Bill · S.Res. 602· Senate(119-SRES-602)
A resolution supporting the United States Olympic and Paralympic Teams in the 2026 Olympic and Paralympic Winter Games.
- Introduced
- 2/5/2026
- Last activity
- 2/25/2026 — Resolution agreed to in Senate without amendment and an amended preamble by Unanimous Consent.
- Sponsored by
- Amy Klobuchar
- Cosponsors
- - 11 - 10
- Introduced
- Adopted by the Senate
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 expresses support for the United States Olympic and Paralympic Teams during the 2026 Winter Games in Italy. It recognizes the historical impact of the Olympic and Paralympic Movements on educating youth and fostering international relationships. The text highlights the significant medal counts achieved by Team USA between 2000 and 2026. Additionally, it acknowledges the upcoming roles of the United States as a host for future games. Finally, the Senate resolves to applaud the athletes, coaches, and families involved in these competitions.
Yes
Does this strengthen ties with allied countries?+1
The resolution acknowledges and supports international cooperation through the Olympic movement in Italy.
Does this favour talking over confrontation abroad?+1
The resolution highlights positive international relations between the US and Italy regarding the games.
Would people with disabilities be better off under this?+1
The resolution specifically honors and supports the Paralympic athletes.
The opposite
No question was scored the opposite.
Who it would affect, and how
Potential Positive Impacts for People
-
Support for Athletes and Families: The resolution applauds the athletes, coaches, and the families who provide critical support to them (Resolution Section 1).
-
Recognition of Competition: The resolution supports the athletes of Team USA as they compete in the 2026 Olympic and Paralympic Winter Games (Resolution Section 3).
-
Safety Commitments: The Senate commits to ensuring a safe and secure environment for fans and athletes during the 2028 Los Angeles Olympic and Paralympic Summer Games and the 2034 Utah Olympic and Paralympic Winter Games (Resolution 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 Diplomatic Engagement+1Improves International Alliances+1
- Demographic And Interest Groups
- Good For People With Disabilities+1
| Updated | Bill | Title | Policy Area |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7 months ago | To modify the number of medals won by Team USA. |
- 2/25/2026
- Senate Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation discharged by Unanimous Consent.
- Passed/agreed to in Senate: Resolution agreed to in Senate without amendment and an amended preamble by Unanimous Consent.
- Resolution agreed to in Senate without amendment and an amended preamble by Unanimous Consent.
- 2/10/2026
- 1 Cosponsor added.
- 2/5/2026
- Submitted in Senate
- Referred to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation. (text: CR S515)
- 21 Cosponsors added.
One bill Congress.gov lists as related to this one — companions in the other chamber, earlier versions, and bills this one absorbed or was folded into.
John BoozmanRepublican · Arkansas
Marsha BlackburnRepublican · Tennessee
John BarrassoRepublican · Wyoming
Michael BennetDemocrat · Colorado
Richard BlumenthalDemocrat · Connecticut
Cory BookerDemocrat · New Jersey
Shelley CapitoRepublican · West Virginia
Christopher CoonsDemocrat · Delaware
John CurtisRepublican · Utah
Kirsten GillibrandDemocrat · New York
John HickenlooperDemocrat · Colorado
James JusticeRepublican · West Virginia
Angus KingIndependent · Maine
Andy KimDemocrat · New Jersey
James LankfordRepublican · Oklahoma
Mike LeeRepublican · Utah
Markwayne MullinRepublican · Oklahoma
Alex PadillaDemocrat · California
John ReedDemocrat · Rhode Island
Mike RoundsRepublican · South Dakota
Adam SchiffDemocrat · California
Elissa SlotkinDemocrat · Michigan