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A resolution welcoming Their Majesties King Charles III and Queen Camilla of the United Kingdom to the United States on the occasion of His Majesty's address to a joint meeting of Congress, and recognizing the historic global significance of the United States-United Kingdom relationship.

USA119th CongressSRES-697| Senate 
| Updated: 4/28/2026
James E. Risch

James E. Risch

Republican Senator

Idaho

Cosponsors (32)
Jeanne Shaheen (Democratic)Tammy Duckworth (Democratic)Margaret Wood Hassan (Democratic)Adam B. Schiff (Democratic)Catherine Cortez Masto (Democratic)Charles E. Schumer (Democratic)Alex Padilla (Democratic)Christopher A. Coons (Democratic)Angus S. King (Independent)Lindsey Graham (Republican)John W. Hickenlooper (Democratic)John Boozman (Republican)Tim Kaine (Democratic)Sheldon Whitehouse (Democratic)Jacky Rosen (Democratic)John Thune (Republican)Mike Rounds (Republican)Tim Scott (Republican)Kevin Cramer (Republican)Christopher Murphy (Democratic)Bill Hagerty (Republican)John Barrasso (Republican)Michael F. Bennet (Democratic)David McCormick (Republican)John Cornyn (Republican)Peter Welch (Democratic)Jeff Merkley (Democratic)Pete Ricketts (Republican)Steve Daines (Republican)Richard Blumenthal (Democratic)Mike Crapo (Republican)Shelley Moore Capito (Republican)
  • Introduced
  • In Committee
  • On Floor
  • Passed Chamber
  • Enacted
This resolution formally welcomes Their Majesties King Charles III and Queen Camilla to the United States for their first official state visit, specifically for King Charles III's address to a joint meeting of Congress. This historic occasion marks the first address by a British monarch since 1991 and coincides with the 250th anniversary of United States independence, underscoring the enduring bond between the two nations. The Senate reaffirms the strong and enduring partnership between the United States and the United Kingdom, built on shared heritage, democratic principles, and common interests. It expresses appreciation for their historic friendship and encourages deeper cooperation on strategic security matters , particularly in Europe and the Indo-Pacific, to advance peace, security, and prosperity globally.
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Apr 28, 2026
Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent.
Apr 28, 2026
Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S2076-2077; text: CR S2086)
Apr 28, 2026
Passed/agreed to in Senate: Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent.
  • April 28, 2026
    Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent.


  • April 28, 2026
    Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S2076-2077; text: CR S2086)


  • April 28, 2026
    Passed/agreed to in Senate: Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent.

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A resolution welcoming Their Majesties King Charles III and Queen Camilla of the United Kingdom to the United States on the occasion of His Majesty's address to a joint meeting of Congress, and recognizing the historic global significance of the United States-United Kingdom relationship.

USA119th CongressSRES-697| Senate 
| Updated: 4/28/2026
This resolution formally welcomes Their Majesties King Charles III and Queen Camilla to the United States for their first official state visit, specifically for King Charles III's address to a joint meeting of Congress. This historic occasion marks the first address by a British monarch since 1991 and coincides with the 250th anniversary of United States independence, underscoring the enduring bond between the two nations. The Senate reaffirms the strong and enduring partnership between the United States and the United Kingdom, built on shared heritage, democratic principles, and common interests. It expresses appreciation for their historic friendship and encourages deeper cooperation on strategic security matters , particularly in Europe and the Indo-Pacific, to advance peace, security, and prosperity globally.
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Timeline
Apr 28, 2026
Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent.
Apr 28, 2026
Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S2076-2077; text: CR S2086)
Apr 28, 2026
Passed/agreed to in Senate: Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent.
  • April 28, 2026
    Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent.


  • April 28, 2026
    Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S2076-2077; text: CR S2086)


  • April 28, 2026
    Passed/agreed to in Senate: Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent.
James E. Risch

James E. Risch

Republican Senator

Idaho

Cosponsors (32)
Jeanne Shaheen (Democratic)Tammy Duckworth (Democratic)Margaret Wood Hassan (Democratic)Adam B. Schiff (Democratic)Catherine Cortez Masto (Democratic)Charles E. Schumer (Democratic)Alex Padilla (Democratic)Christopher A. Coons (Democratic)Angus S. King (Independent)Lindsey Graham (Republican)John W. Hickenlooper (Democratic)John Boozman (Republican)Tim Kaine (Democratic)Sheldon Whitehouse (Democratic)Jacky Rosen (Democratic)John Thune (Republican)Mike Rounds (Republican)Tim Scott (Republican)Kevin Cramer (Republican)Christopher Murphy (Democratic)Bill Hagerty (Republican)John Barrasso (Republican)Michael F. Bennet (Democratic)David McCormick (Republican)John Cornyn (Republican)Peter Welch (Democratic)Jeff Merkley (Democratic)Pete Ricketts (Republican)Steve Daines (Republican)Richard Blumenthal (Democratic)Mike Crapo (Republican)Shelley Moore Capito (Republican)

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  • Introduced
  • In Committee
  • On Floor
  • Passed Chamber
  • Enacted
Commemorative events and holidaysDiplomacy, foreign officials, Americans abroadEuropeMembers of CongressUnited Kingdom