A resolution designating May 1, 2026, 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.

This resolution designates May 1, 2026, as **United States Foreign Service Day**, aiming to honor the men and women who have served or are currently serving in the Foreign Service. It also specifically recognizes those members who have made the ultimate sacrifice in the line of duty, acknowledging their critical contributions to national interests. The Foreign Service, established by the **Rogers Act of 1924**, serves as the United States' primary instrument for protecting and promoting its interests abroad, making the nation safer, stronger, and more prosperous. Its personnel perform vital diplomatic, consular, and commercial duties, ensuring national security and providing assistance to U.S. citizens overseas. Foreign Service employees work daily to preserve peace, promote human rights, cultivate new markets for U.S. products, and combat illegal trade and illicit financial flows. The resolution encourages the people of the United States to reflect on the service and sacrifice of these individuals through appropriate ceremonies and activities.