A resolution celebrating the 65th anniversary of the establishment of the Peace Corps, and commending its volunteers and contributions to global peace, friendship, and development.
The source supplies the latest action, but no lifecycle stage.
Latest action (22 Sep 2026): Referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations. (text: CR S4862)
What this bill does
This Senate resolution, S. Res. 872, would express the Senate's recognition of the Peace Corps' 65th anniversary. It would honor the nearly 250,000 individuals who have served as Peace Corps volunteers, celebrating their contributions to global peace, friendship, and development. The resolution also commends the Peace Corps' ongoing mission.
The resolution directly affects Peace Corps volunteers, past and present, by formally acknowledging their service and its impact. It also indirectly affects the public by highlighting the Peace Corps' role in fostering international relationships and promoting American values through volunteerism. The resolution itself does not create new programs or allocate funds.
This resolution was introduced in the Senate on September 22, 2026, by Senator Cory Booker of New Jersey, with Senator Tillis also listed as a sponsor. It has been referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations. As a resolution, it does not require the approval of the House of Representatives or the President to be enacted; however, it must be considered and passed by the Senate to be adopted.
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Timeline
22 Sep 2026
Referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations. (text: CR S4862)
Common questions
- What does S.Res. 872 do?
- This Senate resolution, S. Res. 872, would express the Senate's recognition of the Peace Corps' 65th anniversary. It would honor the nearly 250,000 individuals who have served as Peace Corps volunteers, celebrating their contributions to global peace, friendship, and development. The resolution also commends the Peace Corps' ongoing mission. The resolution directly affects Peace Corps volunteers, past and present, by formally acknowledging their service and its impact. It also indirectly affects the public by highlighting the Peace Corps' role in fostering international relationships and promoting American values through volunteerism. The resolution itself does not create new programs or allocate funds. This resolution was introduced in the Senate on September 22, 2026, by Senator Cory Booker of New Jersey, with Senator Tillis also listed as a sponsor. It has been referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations. As a resolution, it does not require the approval of the House of Representatives or the President to be enacted; however, it must be considered and passed by the Senate to be adopted.
- Has S.Res. 872 become law?
- The source does not supply a confirmed lifecycle stage for S.Res. 872. Check the latest action and official source below.
- Who sponsored S.Res. 872?
- S.Res. 872 was sponsored by Sen. Booker, Cory A. [D-NJ] (D-NJ), with 3 cosponsors.
- What's the latest action on S.Res. 872?
- Referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations. (text: CR S4862) (22 Sep 2026).
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