A resolution expressing the sense of the Senate that the United States Agency for International Development is essential for advancing the national security interests of the United States.

Senate Resolution

S.Res. 51

119th Congress

A resolution expressing the sense of the Senate that the United States Agency for International Development is essential for advancing the national security interests of the United States.

In Committee

Introduced:Feb 3, 2025

Primary Sponsor

Christopher Coons

D - DE

Cosponsors

43

Quick Stats

Policy Area

International Affairs

Summary

This Senate resolution affirms that the U.S. Agency for International Development is essential for advancing American national security interests. It recognizes USAID role in promoting global stability and addressing threats abroad before they reach the United States.

Latest Action

Referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations. (text: CR S546-547)

AI Summary

Plain-English explanation of this bill

This Senate resolution affirms that the U.S. Agency for International Development is essential for advancing American national security interests. It recognizes USAID role in promoting global stability and addressing threats abroad before they reach the United States.

Last updated: 1/5/2026

Official Summary

Congressional Research Service summary

<p>This resolution affirms the centrality of the U.S. Agency for International Development for advancing the national security interests of the United States, including by promoting global stability and mitigating threats abroad before they reach the United States.</p>

Key Points

Main provisions of the bill

Affirms USAID as essential for national security
Recognizes role in promoting global stability
Acknowledges threat mitigation abroad
Expresses Senate support for foreign aid agency
Non-binding sense of the Senate resolution

How This Impacts Americans

Potential effects on citizens and communities

This resolution is a statement of Senate support for USAID during debates about foreign aid spending. It does not change law but signals congressional backing for the agency. It comes amid discussions about the proper scope and funding of U.S. foreign assistance programs.

Policy Areas

Primary Policy Area

International Affairs

Scope & Jurisdiction

Jurisdiction Level

federal

Congressional Session

119th Congress

Citation Reference

51, 119th Congress (2025). "A resolution expressing the sense of the Senate that the United States Agency for International Development is essential for advancing the national security interests of the United States.". Source: Voter's Right Platform. https://votersright.org/bills/118-sres-51