A resolution congratulating His Holiness Pope Leo XIV on his election to the papacy.

[Congressional Bills 119th Congress]
[From the U.S. Government Publishing Office]
[S. Res. 253 Agreed to Senate (ATS)]

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119th CONGRESS
  1st Session
S. RES. 253

Congratulating His Holiness Pope Leo XIV on his election to the papacy.


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                   IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES

                              May 22, 2025

   Mr. Schmitt (for himself, Mr. Durbin, Ms. Collins, Mr. Kaine, Mr. 
Lujan, Mr. Risch, Mr. Padilla, Mr. Ricketts, Mr. Rounds, Mr. Sullivan, 
 Mr. Welch, Ms. Cortez Masto, Mr. Hoeven, and Mr. Paul) submitted the 
        following resolution; which was considered and agreed to

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                               RESOLUTION


 
Congratulating His Holiness Pope Leo XIV on his election to the papacy.

Whereas the Senate recognizes the historic and spiritual significance of the 
        election of His Holiness Pope Leo XIV as the Bishop of Rome and leader 
        of the worldwide Catholic Church;
Whereas the Senate recognizes the historic and spiritual significance of the 
        first Pope from the United States ever elected to the papacy;
Whereas the Pope serves as a global symbol of peace, compassion, humility, and 
        the pursuit of justice; and
Whereas the election of the new Pope marks a moment of profound importance for 
        over 1,000,000,000 Catholics worldwide, including millions in the United 
        States, and for people of all faiths who are inspired by his message and 
        ministry: Now, therefore, be it
    Resolved, That the Senate--
            (1) acknowledges the commitment of His Holiness Pope Leo 
        XIV to promoting human dignity, defending the poor and 
        marginalized, advancing interfaith dialogue, and fostering 
        reconciliation and peace throughout the world;
            (2) expresses the hope that the strong relationship between 
        the United States and The Holy See will continue to deepen, 
        reflecting shared values of human rights, religious freedom, 
        and global cooperation;
            (3) recognizes the significance of the Catholic Church in 
        promoting justice, humanitarian assistance, and moral 
        leadership in the world; and
            (4) extends its best wishes for a successful and inspiring 
        pontificate.
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