Passed on 2026-04-28
Resolution · 119th Congress · SRES 697
A resolution welcoming Their Majesties King Charles III and Queen Camilla of the United Kingdom to the United States on the occasion of His Majesty's address to a joint meeting of Congress, and recognizing the historic global significance of the United States-United Kingdom relationship.
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Introduced 2026-04-28Topic: veterans military · governance ethicsSummary
AI-generated summary, report an errorThis Senate resolution welcomes King Charles III and Queen Camilla of the United Kingdom on their first official state visit to the United States, ahead of the King's address to a joint meeting of Congress on April 28, 2026. It recognizes the visit as taking place during the 250th anniversary of United States independence. It reaffirms the partnership between the United States and the United Kingdom and expresses appreciation for the friendship between their peoples. It also encourages deeper security cooperation between the two countries, including in Europe and the Indo-Pacific. The resolution does not create new laws or spending.
Sponsors
- James E. Risch Republican sponsor
- 31 cosponsors
Action history
| Date | Chamber | Action | Status effect |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-04-28 | Senate | Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S2076-2077; text: CR S2086) | |
| 2026-04-28 | Passed/agreed to in Senate: Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. | floor pass |