Bill · S.Res. 551· Senate(119-SRES-551)

A resolution recognizing that sea levels are rising at accelerated rates due to human-caused climate change.

Age: 71 years

Rhode Island

Introduced: 12/17/2025
Last activity: 12/17/2025 — Referred to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation.
Sponsored by: Sheldon Whitehouse
Cosponsors: - 8 - 0

Environmental Protection

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 Senate resolution formally recognizes that sea levels are rising at accelerated rates due to human-caused climate change. It outlines various causes of sea-level rise, such as the thermal expansion of warming ocean water and melting ice sheets. The text highlights that rising seas threaten coastal communities, fresh drinking water sources, and trillions of dollars in economic activity. It also notes that millions of people living in coastal areas face risks like increased flooding and potential displacement by the year 2100. Ultimately, the resolution states that the Senate recognizes the reality of anthropogenic climate change and its role in raising sea levels.

Yes

Does this cut the pollution that drives climate change?+1
The resolution formally acknowledges the reality of human-caused climate change driving sea-level rise.
Does this better protect air, water and wildlife?+1
It highlights critical environmental threats facing coastal regions and oceans.
Would people in cities be better off under this?+1
Brings federal attention to coastal urban areas threatened by sea-level rise.