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The Senate passed H.J.Res. 104 with a 52-47 vote, a narrow bipartisan outcome that moves the resolution toward becoming law.
This vote was to approve House Joint Resolution 104 (H.J.Res. 104). A joint resolution is a formal legislative measure that, if passed by both the House and Senate and signed by the President, carries the same force of law as a standard bill. This was a final passage vote, requiring a simple majority of senators present to agree. In this case, the resolution required at least 50 'yes' votes to pass, and it succeeded with 52. The vote was notably close, reflecting a significant divide within the chamber. Because this resolution has now passed both the House of Representatives and the Senate, the next step is for it to be sent to the President. If signed, the measure will officially become law. The outcome was bipartisan, though members of both major parties were internally divided on the proposal.
The resolution will be sent to the President for a signature or a veto.
Why it matters. As a joint resolution, this measure has the power to change federal law once signed by the President, making this final vote the last hurdle in the legislative branch.
Who’s affected. The General Public: Will be subject to the new requirements or changes established by H.J.Res. 104 once it is signed into law.
Democrats. The Democratic caucus supported the resolution, though a large minority of 20 members voted against it.
Republicans. The Republican caucus was nearly evenly split on the issue, with 26 members voting in favor and 24 voting against.
On the Joint Resolution H.J.Res. 104
Oct 8, 2025
The Senate passed H.J.Res.
104 with a 52-47 vote, a narrow bipartisan outcome that moves the resolution toward becoming law.