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The Senate narrowly passed S.J.Res. 81 with a 52-48 vote. The measure now moves to the House of Representatives for consideration.
This vote was to decide whether the Senate should approve Senate Joint Resolution 81 (S.J.Res. 81). A joint resolution is a formal legislative measure that, if passed by both chambers of Congress and signed by the President, carries the full force of law, similar to a regular bill. In the Senate, a final vote on a resolution like this allows members to record their support or opposition to the policy being proposed. This specific vote required a simple majority to pass, meaning more than half of the senators present had to vote 'yea' for the resolution to move forward. The resolution passed with a narrow margin of 52 to 48. The outcome was notable because both political parties were deeply split, with significant numbers of both Democrats and Republicans voting on each side. The resolution now proceeds to the House of Representatives for a vote.
The resolution will now be sent to the House of Representatives. If the House passes it in the exact same form, it will then be sent to the President to be signed or vetoed.
Why it matters. The narrow 52-48 margin indicates a high level of disagreement and suggests that the resolution's path through the House may be equally challenging.
Who’s affected. Legislative process: The measure remains active and moves to the next stage of the lawmaking process in the House of Representatives.
Democrats. The Democratic caucus was split, with 21 members voting in favor and 24 voting against.
Republicans. The Republican caucus was also split, with 27 members voting in favor and 24 voting against.
On the Joint Resolution S.J.Res. 81
Oct 28, 2025
The Senate narrowly passed S.J.Res.
81 with a 52-48 vote. The measure now moves to the House of Representatives for consideration.