A resolution designating May 2, 2025, as "United States Foreign Service Day" in recognition of the men and women who have served, or are presently serving, in the Foreign Service of the United States, and honoring the members of the Foreign Service who have given their lives in the line of duty.
USA119th CongressSRES-234| Senate
| Updated: 5/19/2025
Dan Sullivan
Republican Senator
Alaska
Cosponsors (1)
- Introduced
- In Committee
- On Floor
- Passed Chamber
- Enacted
This resolution officially designates May 2, 2025, as "United States Foreign Service Day" to acknowledge the vital contributions of the men and women of the U.S. Foreign Service. It seeks to honor both current and former members for their dedicated service to the nation, particularly those who have made the ultimate sacrifice in the line of duty. The resolution highlights that Foreign Service personnel, representing various agencies like the Department of State and USAID, perform crucial diplomatic, consular, and development functions that protect and promote U.S. interests abroad. Their work involves ensuring national security, assisting U.S. citizens overseas, promoting peace and economic prosperity, and providing humanitarian aid, often in dangerous environments. The Senate calls upon the American people to reflect on the significant service and sacrifices made by these individuals.
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Bill from Previous Congress
SRES 116-556A resolution designating May 1, 2020, as the "United States Foreign Service Day" in recognition of the men and women who have served, or are presently serving, in the Foreign Service of the United States, and honoring the members of the Foreign Service who have given their lives in the line of duty.
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SRES 118-678A resolution designating May 3, 2024, as "United States Foreign Service Day" in recognition of the men and women who have served, or are presently serving, in the Foreign Service of the United States, and honoring the members of the Foreign Service who have given their lives in the line of duty.
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SRES 118-199A resolution designating May 5, 2023, as "United States Foreign Service Day" in recognition of the men and women who have served, or are presently serving, in the Foreign Service of the United States, and honoring the members of the Foreign Service who have given their lives in the line of duty.
Bill from Previous Congress
SRES 117-627A resolution designating May 6, 2022, as "United States Foreign Service Day" in recognition of the men and women who have served, or are presently serving, in the Foreign Service of the United States, and honoring the members of the Foreign Service who have given their lives in the line of duty.
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SRES 117-202A resolution designating May 7, 2021, as "United States Foreign Service Day" in recognition of the men and women who have served, or are presently serving, in the Foreign Service of the United States, and honoring the members of the Foreign Service who have given their lives in the line of duty.
Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S2966; text: CR S2974)
Introduced in Senate
Passed/agreed to in Senate: Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent.
International Affairs
Commemorative events and holidaysDiplomacy, foreign officials, Americans abroad
A resolution designating May 2, 2025, as "United States Foreign Service Day" in recognition of the men and women who have served, or are presently serving, in the Foreign Service of the United States, and honoring the members of the Foreign Service who have given their lives in the line of duty.
USA119th CongressSRES-234| Senate
| Updated: 5/19/2025
This resolution officially designates May 2, 2025, as "United States Foreign Service Day" to acknowledge the vital contributions of the men and women of the U.S. Foreign Service. It seeks to honor both current and former members for their dedicated service to the nation, particularly those who have made the ultimate sacrifice in the line of duty. The resolution highlights that Foreign Service personnel, representing various agencies like the Department of State and USAID, perform crucial diplomatic, consular, and development functions that protect and promote U.S. interests abroad. Their work involves ensuring national security, assisting U.S. citizens overseas, promoting peace and economic prosperity, and providing humanitarian aid, often in dangerous environments. The Senate calls upon the American people to reflect on the significant service and sacrifices made by these individuals.
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Bill from Previous Congress
SRES 116-556A resolution designating May 1, 2020, as the "United States Foreign Service Day" in recognition of the men and women who have served, or are presently serving, in the Foreign Service of the United States, and honoring the members of the Foreign Service who have given their lives in the line of duty.
Bill from Previous Congress
SRES 118-678A resolution designating May 3, 2024, as "United States Foreign Service Day" in recognition of the men and women who have served, or are presently serving, in the Foreign Service of the United States, and honoring the members of the Foreign Service who have given their lives in the line of duty.
Bill from Previous Congress
SRES 118-199A resolution designating May 5, 2023, as "United States Foreign Service Day" in recognition of the men and women who have served, or are presently serving, in the Foreign Service of the United States, and honoring the members of the Foreign Service who have given their lives in the line of duty.
Bill from Previous Congress
SRES 117-627A resolution designating May 6, 2022, as "United States Foreign Service Day" in recognition of the men and women who have served, or are presently serving, in the Foreign Service of the United States, and honoring the members of the Foreign Service who have given their lives in the line of duty.
Bill from Previous Congress
SRES 117-202A resolution designating May 7, 2021, as "United States Foreign Service Day" in recognition of the men and women who have served, or are presently serving, in the Foreign Service of the United States, and honoring the members of the Foreign Service who have given their lives in the line of duty.
Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S2966; text: CR S2974)
Introduced in Senate
Passed/agreed to in Senate: Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent.
Dan Sullivan
Republican Senator
Alaska
Cosponsors (1)
International Affairs
- Introduced
- In Committee
- On Floor
- Passed Chamber
- Enacted
Commemorative events and holidaysDiplomacy, foreign officials, Americans abroad