A resolution recognizing the importance of United States-India relations.

Senate Resolution

S.Res. 259

119th Congress

A resolution recognizing the importance of United States-India relations.

In Committee

Introduced:Jun 2, 2025

Primary Sponsor

Chuck Grassley

Senator

Republican

IA

Cosponsors

2

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Policy Area

International Affairs

Summary

This resolution is a statement by the U.S. Senate that recognizes the importance of the relationship between the United States and India. It encourages further cooperation between the two countries on defense, commerce, and investments, as well as their joint efforts to maintain a free and open Indo-Pacific region.

Latest Action

Referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations. (text: CR S2189)

SponsorChuck Grassley (R-IA)

Introduced6/2/2025

StatusReferred to the Committee on Foreign Relations. (text: CR S2189)

ChamberSenate

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A resolution recognizing the importance of United States-India relations.

This resolution is a statement by the U.S. Senate that recognizes the importance of the relationship between the United States and India. It encourages further cooperation between the two countries on defense, commerce, and investments, as well as their joint

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This resolution is a statement by the U.S. Senate that recognizes the importance of the relationship between the United States and India. It encourages further cooperation between the two countries on defense, commerce, and investments, as well as their joint efforts to maintain a free and open Indo-Pacific region.

Bill Number: 259
Sponsor: Chuck Grassley (R-IA)
Introduced: 6/2/2025
Status: Referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations. (text: CR S2189)
Policy Area: International Affairs

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Fact Sheet

Title: A resolution recognizing the importance of United States-India relations.
Bill Number: 259
Sponsor: Chuck Grassley (R-IA)
Status: Referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations. (text: CR S2189)
Introduced: 6/2/2025
Summary: This resolution is a statement by the U.S. Senate that recognizes the importance of the relationship between the United States and India. It encourages further cooperation between the two countries on defense, commerce, and investments, as well as their joint efforts to maintain a free and open Indo

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Plain-English explanation of this bill

This resolution is a statement by the U.S. Senate that recognizes the importance of the relationship between the United States and India. It encourages further cooperation between the two countries on defense, commerce, and investments, as well as their joint efforts to maintain a free and open Indo-Pacific region.

Last updated: 12/30/2025

Official Summary

Congressional Research Service summary

<p>This resolution reaffirms the strong and long-standing partnership between the governments of the United States and India. The resolution also encourages further defense, commercial, and investment ties between the countries, as well as continued cooperation for a free, open, and resilient Indo-Pacific. </p>

Key Points

Main provisions of the bill

Reaffirms the strong partnership between the U.S. and Indian governments
Encourages deeper defense, commercial, and investment ties between the countries
Supports continued U.S.-India collaboration for a free, open, and resilient Indo-Pacific region

How This Impacts Americans

Potential effects on citizens and communities

If passed, this resolution would not directly change any laws or policies. However, it would signal the U.S. Senate's commitment to strengthening the strategic relationship with India, which could lead to increased diplomatic, economic, and security cooperation between the two nations. This could benefit U.S. businesses, workers, and consumers who engage with or rely on India, as well as U.S. efforts to counter Chinese influence in the Indo-Pacific region.

Policy Areas

Primary Policy Area

International Affairs

Scope & Jurisdiction

Jurisdiction Level

federal

Congressional Session

119th Congress

Citation Reference

259, 119th Congress (2025). "A resolution recognizing the importance of United States-India relations.". Source: Voter's Right Platform. https://votersright.org/bills/118-sres-259