A concurrent resolution recognizing the 50th anniversary of the Helsinki Final Act and reaffirming the United States' commitment to its principles and values.

Senate Concurrent Resolution

S.Con.Res. 20

119th Congress

A concurrent resolution recognizing the 50th anniversary of the Helsinki Final Act and reaffirming the United States' commitment to its principles and values.

In Committee

Introduced:Aug 1, 2025

Primary Sponsor

Bernard Sanders

I - VT

Cosponsors

4

Quick Stats

Policy Area

International Affairs

Summary

This bill recognizes the 50th anniversary of the Helsinki Final Act, an important agreement that has promoted human rights and democracy around the world. It reaffirms the United States' commitment to the principles and values outlined in this historic agreement.

Latest Action

Referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations. (text: CR S4662)

Introduced8/1/2025

StatusReferred to the Committee on Foreign Relations. (text: CR S5213-5214)

ChamberSenate

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A concurrent resolution recognizing the 50th anniversary of the Helsinki Final Act and reaffirming the United States' commitment to its principles and values.

This bill recognizes the 50th anniversary of the Helsinki Final Act, an important agreement that has promoted human rights and democracy around the world. It reaffirms the United States' commitment to the principles and values outlined in this historic agreeme

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This bill recognizes the 50th anniversary of the Helsinki Final Act, an important agreement that has promoted human rights and democracy around the world. It reaffirms the United States' commitment to the principles and values outlined in this historic agreement.

Bill Number: 20
Introduced: 8/1/2025
Status: Referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations. (text: CR S5213-5214)
Policy Area: International Affairs

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Fact Sheet

Title: A concurrent resolution recognizing the 50th anniversary of the Helsinki Final Act and reaffirming the United States' commitment to its principles and values.
Bill Number: 20
Sponsor: No sponsor
Status: Referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations. (text: CR S5213-5214)
Introduced: 8/1/2025
Summary: This bill recognizes the 50th anniversary of the Helsinki Final Act, an important agreement that has promoted human rights and democracy around the world. It reaffirms the United States' commitment to the principles and values outlined in this historic agreement.

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Plain-English explanation of this bill

This bill recognizes the 50th anniversary of the Helsinki Final Act, an important agreement that has promoted human rights and democracy around the world. It reaffirms the United States' commitment to the principles and values outlined in this historic agreement.

Last updated: 12/30/2025

Official Summary

Congressional Research Service summary

<p>This concurrent resolution recognizes the efforts of pro-democracy forces in Chile and applauds the Chilean people for rebuilding a strong and resilient democracy.</p> <p> </p>

Key Points

Main provisions of the bill

Commemorates the 50th anniversary of the Helsinki Final Act, a landmark international agreement signed in 1975
Reaffirms the United States' support for the principles of the Helsinki Final Act, including respect for human rights, territorial integrity, and self-determination of peoples
Underscores the continued relevance and importance of the Helsinki Final Act in promoting democracy, human rights, and security in Europe and around the world

How This Impacts Americans

Potential effects on citizens and communities

This bill would have symbolic and diplomatic significance, demonstrating the United States' ongoing commitment to the democratic values and principles enshrined in the Helsinki Final Act. It could strengthen the United States' relationships and influence with European and other partner countries that are also signatories to this historic agreement.

Policy Areas

Primary Policy Area

International Affairs

Scope & Jurisdiction

Jurisdiction Level

federal

Congressional Session

119th Congress

Citation Reference

20, 119th Congress (2025). "A concurrent resolution recognizing the 50th anniversary of the Helsinki Final Act and reaffirming the United States' commitment to its principles and values.". Source: Voter's Right Platform. https://votersright.org/bills/118-sconres-20