Bill · S.Res. 796· Senate(119-SRES-796)

A resolution recognizing the upcoming 250th anniversary of the United States of America and reaffirming the commitment of the Senate to the Nation's founding ideals of liberty, equality, and opportunity for all immigrant communities in the United States.

Age: 80 years

Massachusetts

Introduced: 6/24/2026
Last activity: 6/24/2026 — Referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. (text: CR S3219)
Sponsored by: Edward Markey
Cosponsors: - 10 - 0

Immigration

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 recognizes the upcoming 250th anniversary of the United States. It seeks to reaffirm the Senate's commitment to the founding ideals of liberty, equality, and opportunity for all immigrant communities. The text highlights the need to address barriers faced by asylum seekers, refugees, and immigrants. It calls for advancing systemic change and increasing inclusion and equity. Finally, the resolution encourages strengthening programs that assist with social, economic, and civic participation.

Yes· 3 of 5

Would immigrants be better off under this?+8
The resolution explicitly reaffirms commitment to immigrant communities and supports programs for their integration and opportunity.
Does this make it easier for immigrants already here to become citizens?+6
The resolution highlights the importance of addressing barriers to pathways to citizenship and supports naturalization services.
Would households on low incomes be better off under this?+5
The resolution supports expanding programs that assist with economic and social participation.