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S.Res. 52

Introduced

A resolution recognizing religious freedom as a fundamental right, expressing support for international religious freedom as a cornerstone of United States foreign policy, and expressing concern over increased threats to and attacks on religious freedom around the world.

Introduced 2/4/2025•119th Congress•Senate

Latest Action

Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 105.

6/26/2025 • Senate

Summary

This resolution recognizes religious freedom as a fundamental human right and expresses concern over threats to religious freedom around the world, such as through harassment, violence, and imprisonment.

Introduced in Senate • 2/4/2025

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Topics & Subjects

Human rightsInternational organizations and cooperationReligionRule of law and government transparency

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Sponsor & Cosponsors (10)

Party Breakdown

5
Democrats
4
Republicans
1
Independents

Sponsor

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Sen. Lankford, James [R-OK]

Republican • OK

Sponsored 2/4/2025

Cosponsors (9)

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Sen. Tillis, Thomas [R-NC]

R-NC

Joined 2/4/2025

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Sen. Kaine, Tim [D-VA]

D-VA

Joined 2/4/2025

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Sen. Britt, Katie Boyd [R-AL]

R-AL

Joined 2/25/2025

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Sen. Merkley, Jeff [D-OR]

D-OR

Joined 2/25/2025

Bill Journey

Originated in the Senate

Introduced

February 4, 2025

Committee Review

March 27, 2025

Committee on Foreign Relations. Ordered to be reported without amendment favorably.

Floor Debate

Passed Chamber

Other Chamber

President

Enacted into Law

Text Versions (2)

Reported to Senate6/26/2025
Introduced in Senate2/4/2025

Details

Bill TypeSRES
Current StatusIntroduced
Cosponsors9