Bill · H.Res. 1218· House(119-HRES-1218)
Recognizing the importance of the special relationship between the United States and the United Kingdom and welcoming the visit of King Charles III to the United States.
- Introduced
- 4/28/2026
- Last activity
- 4/28/2026 — Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.
- Sponsored by
- Gabe Amo
- Cosponsors
- - 1 - 2
- Introduced
- In Committee
A House resolution is the House speaking for itself: stating a position, honouring someone, or setting its own rules. Adopting it is the whole process. Once the House agrees to it, it is officially the House's word; it is not a law, so the Senate and the President have no part in it.
What this bill would do
This resolution recognizes the importance of the special relationship between the United States and the United Kingdom. It welcomes the upcoming visit of King Charles III to the United States in April 2026. The text highlights the historical ties between the two nations, noting that diplomatic relations began in 1785. It emphasizes shared commitments to democratic values, security, and prosperity. Additionally, the resolution notes the significant bilateral trade existing between the two countries. Finally, it aims to strengthen diplomatic, economic, and security ties.
Yes· 3 of 6
Does this strengthen ties with allied countries?+5
The resolution explicitly aims to strengthen diplomatic, economic, and security ties with the United Kingdom.
Does this make trade with other countries easier?+3
The resolution emphasizes strengthening and deepening economic and trade ties with the United Kingdom.
Would business owners be better off under this?+2
The emphasis on strengthening economic and trade ties is beneficial for those engaged in international commerce.
The opposite
No question was scored the opposite.
Who it would affect, and how
Potential Positive Impacts for People
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Strengthening Ties: The resolution commits to deepening diplomatic, economic, security, and people-to-people ties between the United States and the United Kingdom (Section 5).
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Defense and Security Cooperation: It supports continued efforts to strengthen shared defense through commitments to multilateral security arrangements (Section 3).
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Promotion of Shared Values: The resolution calls for continued cooperation to promote shared democratic values, the rule of law, and respect for internationally recognized human rights (Section 4).
Potential Negative Impacts for People
- No negative impacts are explicitly stated in the provided text.
Groups and Interests Ranking
Every group the model scored this bill for, from -10 to +10. Hover a score for the reason it gave.
- National Security And Foreign Policy
- Improves International Alliances+5Improves International Trade+3
- Demographic And Interest Groups
- Good For Business Owners+2
- Economy And Finance
- Increases Job Creation+2
- Governance And Ideology
- Improves Government Transparency+1
- Social Issues And Justice
- Improves Racial Equity+1
- 4/28/2026
- Submitted in House
- Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.
- 3 Cosponsors added.
James HimesDemocrat · Connecticut
David RouzerRepublican · North Carolina
Joe WilsonRepublican · South Carolina