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Congress·Passed Senate·S.Res. 697

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.

Welcoming King Charles III to the United States

The Senate has already passed this resolution by unanimous consent. It does not require any further action in the Senate and is not currently moving through any other legislative steps. There are no upcoming votes scheduled for this measure.

Legislative Progress

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Very likely to pass

The Senate has already voted on and approved this resolution with broad support from both parties.

Key Points

  • The Senate officially welcomed King Charles III and Queen Camilla for their first state visit to the United States. This visit includes a rare speech by the King to a joint meeting of Congress on April 28, 2026.
  • This event celebrates the 250th anniversary of American independence. It is the first time a British monarch has addressed Congress since Queen Elizabeth II visited in 1991.
  • The resolution highlights the close bond between the two countries. It mentions their shared history, language, and democratic values, as well as their work together in military alliances like NATO and the AUKUS partnership.
  • The document recognizes the United Kingdom's role in global security. This includes hosting 10,000 American troops and providing military support to Ukraine during the ongoing conflict with Russia.
  • The Senate expressed its desire for even closer cooperation in the future. They want to work together more on technology, trade, and security in Europe and the Indo-Pacific region.

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Milestones

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Apr 28, 2026Senate

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.

The Senate voted to approve this bill. If the House already passed it, it goes to the President.

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Source Information

Document Type

Congressional Bill

Official Title

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.

Bill NumberSRES 697
Congress119th Congress
ChamberSenate
Latest ActionSubmitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S2076-2077; text: CR S2086)

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Cosponsors

(32)
D: 17R: 14I: 1

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