Bill · S.Res. 239· Senate(119-SRES-239)
A resolution reaffirming the deep and steadfast partnership between the United States and Canada and the ties that bind the 2 countries in support of economic and national security.
- Introduced
- 5/21/2025
- Last activity
- 5/21/2025 — Referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations. (text: CR S3060-3062)
- Sponsored by
- Kevin Cramer
- Cosponsors
- - 5 - 3
- Introduced
- In Committee
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.
What this bill would do
This resolution reaffirms the deep and steadfast partnership between the United States and Canada. It highlights how the two countries work together on economic and national security, including shared interests in energy, critical minerals, and global security. The text emphasizes the importance of integrated supply chains, such as those for the automotive and lumber industries, and the significant impact of bilateral trade. It also focuses on the necessity of securing their shared border against illegal migration, drugs, and other threats. Furthermore, the resolution discusses cooperation in science, technology, and Arctic defense. Ultimately, the Senate seeks to recognize and grow this essential strategic relationship.
Yes· 3 of 13
Does this strengthen ties with allied countries?+7
The resolution reaffirms the strategic and essential partnership between the US and Canada.
Does this make trade with other countries easier?+6
The resolution focuses on strengthening integrated supply chains and mutual trade benefits.
Does this tighten control of the border?+6
The resolution emphasizes cooperation on border security, including surveillance technology and fighting illegal migration/drug trafficking.
The opposite
No question was scored the opposite.
Who it would affect, and how
Potential Positive Impacts for People
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Economic Opportunity and Job Support: The relationship supports nearly 8,000,000 jobs in the United States through bilateral trade in goods and services. (Whereas, the United States and Canada—(1))
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Energy Security: Canada serves as a large foreign supplier of energy, providing oil, uranium, natural gas, and electricity to the United States, which supports energy dominance. (Whereas, Canada—(1), (2), (3))
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Consumer Needs: Canadian lumber helps meet the needs of United States consumers by filling the shortfall in the domestic lumber industry. (Whereas, the United States lumber industry...)
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Technological Advancement: The two countries are working together on developing and protecting emerging technologies, such as artificial intelligence and quantum technologies. (Whereas, the United States and Canada—(2))
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Environmental Protection: The partnership includes commitments to protect biodiverse areas that span the shared border, benefiting shared species like migratory birds. (Whereas, the United States and Canada—(2))
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Public Safety and Drug Prevention: Efforts are being made to fight the fentanyl crisis and secure the border against illegal migration and deadly drugs. (Whereas, the United States and Canada—(3)(G)(A), (4))
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Job Creation: The resolution expresses a commitment to the creation of more well-paying United States jobs through continued trade and investment with Canada. (Resolved, (7))
Potential Negative Impacts for People
- Note: The provided text does not explicitly list specific provisions that would result in negative consequences or burdens for individuals or groups of people.
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+7Improves International Trade+6Improves Cybersecurity Defense+5
- Demographic And Interest Groups
- Good For Business Owners+4Good For Farmers+4Good For Native Americans+2
- Economy And Finance
- Improves Economic Growth+5Increases Job Creation+5
- Environment Energy And Infrastructure
- Improves Environmental Protections+4Increases Renewable Energy Investment+3
- Social Issues And Justice
- Improves Border Security+6
- Healthcare
- Improves Opioid Crisis Response+5
- Education And Technology
- Increases Space Exploration+3
- 5/21/2025
- Referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations. (text: CR S3060-3062)
- 9 Cosponsors added.
- Introduced in Senate
Marsha BlackburnRepublican · Tennessee
Mike CrapoRepublican · Idaho
Susan CollinsRepublican · Maine
Maggie HassanDemocrat · New Hampshire
Amy KlobucharDemocrat · Minnesota
Angus KingIndependent · Maine
Lisa MurkowskiRepublican · Alaska
Mike RoundsRepublican · South Dakota
Peter WelchDemocrat · Vermont