A resolution reaffirming the importance of the United States promoting the safety, health, and well-being of refugees and displaced persons in the United States and around the world.

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This resolution expresses the importance of the United States supporting the safety, health, and well-being of refugees and displaced persons both domestically and internationally. It highlights ongoing global displacement crises, referencing millions of refugees, asylum seekers, and internally displaced persons, and acknowledges the challenges faced by these populations, including limited resettlement opportunities and restrictive policies. The resolution calls for the restoration of the U.S. Refugee Admissions Program and emphasizes the need for humane and comprehensive refugee policies.

Key provisions

Reaffirms the importance of supporting refugees and displaced persons globally.
Recognizes the scale of current displacement crises, citing millions of refugees and internally displaced persons.
Calls for the restoration of the U.S. Refugee Admissions Program.
Urges the President to lift the indefinite suspension of refugee admissions.
Calls upon the Secretary of State to strengthen international leadership in refugee protection.
Encourages increased support for the UNHCR and relevant NGOs.
Reiterates the commitment to uphold the Refugee Act of 1980.
Calls for the inclusion of refugees and displaced populations in policy-making processes.

Who is affected

Refugees
Displaced Persons
United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR)
Host Countries
U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services

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Jun 17, 2026Senate

Referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations. (text: CR S2897-2899)

Jun 17, 2026

Submitted in Senate

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A resolution reaffirming the importance of the United States promoting the safety, health, and well-being of refugees and displaced persons in the United States and around the world.

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