John Boozman (R-AR)
A resolution recognizing the 80th anniversary of the Fulbright Program.
A Republican resolution with 2 Democratic cosponsors · See all 3 cosponsors
Last activity — Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S4425; text: CR S4436-4437)
Adopted
The chamber formally agreed to it, and for a resolution that is the finish line: what it says is now officially the chamber's position, rule or tribute.
Nothing more is needed. A resolution is how a chamber speaks for itself or sets its own rules, so adopting it is what puts it into effect. It is not a law, so there is nothing for the President to sign.
Its path through Congress
- Introduced
- Officially Recorded
- Adopted by the Senate unanimous consent
A Senate resolution is the Senate speaking for itself: stating a position, honouring someone, or setting its own rules. Adopting it is the whole process. Once the Senate agrees to it, it is officially the Senate's word; it is not a law, so the House and the President have no part in it.
The Senate by unanimous consent (no one objected, so there was no vote): no senator's position on it was recorded.
What this bill would do
This resolution recognizes the 80th anniversary of the Fulbright Program. The program was established by Senator James William Fulbright to promote international goodwill through student exchanges in education, culture, and science. It is currently sponsored by the Department of State's Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs. The resolution highlights the program's history, its global reach, and the prestigious achievements of its alumni. Additionally, the Senate expresses support for the program's role in foreign policy and national security. Finally, it congratulates award recipients and encourages global engagement.
Yes· 3 of 6
- Scored +5
Would students be better off under this?
The resolution highlights how the program provides unique educational and cultural opportunities for students.
- Scored +5
Does this favour talking over confrontation abroad?
The resolution supports the program as a valuable diplomatic tool for international understanding.
- Scored +4
Would people in their twenties and thirties be better off under this?
The program offers significant educational and cultural exchange opportunities for students and scholars.
The opposite
No question was scored the opposite.
Who it would affect, and how
Potential Positive Impacts for People
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Educational Opportunities: The program provides unique opportunities for people in the United States to receive high-quality cultural and academic education from around the world (Whereas clause).
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International Goodwill and Relationships: The program promotes international good will through the exchange of students and advances national security by building international relationships (Whereas clauses).
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Professional and Academic Achievement: More than 450,000 individuals have benefited from the program, which has produced notable alumni such as Nobel Prize laureates, heads of State, and members of Congress (Whereas clauses).
Potential Negative Impacts for People
- No negative impacts are mentioned in the provided text.
Groups and Interests Ranking
Every group the model scored this bill for, from -10 to +10. Tap or hover a score for the reason it gave.
- Demographic And Interest Groups
- Would students be better off under this? — The resolution highlights how the program provides unique educational and cultural opportunities for students. Would people in their twenties and thirties be better off under this? — The program offers significant educational and cultural exchange opportunities for students and scholars.
- National Security And Foreign Policy
- Does this favour talking over confrontation abroad? — The resolution supports the program as a valuable diplomatic tool for international understanding. Does this strengthen ties with allied countries? — The resolution highlights the program's role in building international relationships and goodwill.
- Education And Technology
- Does this make college cost less? — The resolution promotes high-quality cultural and academic education opportunities through international exchange. Does this put more money into scientific research? — The resolution supports the program's role in the exchange of students in the field of science.
- 8/4/2026
- Passed/agreed to in Senate: Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S4425; text: CR S4436-4437)
- Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S4425; text: CR S4436-4437)
- 3 Cosponsors added.
- Bill introduced.
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