hold on there's just too much going on in Congress lmao...
Allows a dog parade in a Senate building for 2 hours.
Senator Tillis (R-NC) proposed it; Senate agreed to it.
Agreed to in Senate, no further action needed.
This resolution authorizes the use of the atrium in the Philip A. Hart Senate Office Building for a specific event: a 'Bipawtisan Doggi Gras Pawrade' on February 25, 2026, from 4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. It was submitted by Senator Thom Tillis, a Republican from North Carolina, and immediately considered and agreed to by the Senate. As a Senate Resolution, it only requires Senate approval to be effective for its stated purpose.
Introduced Feb 12, 2026
This resolution was introduced by Senator Tillis on February 12, 2026. On the same day, it was considered and agreed to by the Senate. Because it is a Senate Resolution (S. Res.), it does not need to pass the House of Representatives or be signed by the President. It has completed its legislative journey and is now effective for its stated purpose.
If this resolution passes, the atrium of the Philip A. Hart Senate Office Building will be officially available to host a 'Bipawtisan Doggi Gras Pawrade' on February 25, 2026, for two hours. This means that senators, their staff, and possibly other invited guests would be able to bring their canine companions into this federal building for a festive event, highlighting the role of dogs in uniting people. The resolution simply greenlights the use of the space for this activity.
Supporters Say
Supporters believe the event promotes unity and highlights the positive impact of dogs.
Critics Say
No formal criticism or opposition to this specific resolution was recorded.
The resolution was agreed to by the Senate, indicating no formal opposition was noted during its consideration. The 'whereas' clauses of the bill itself provide the main arguments in favor, stating that dogs have a unique ability to bring people with different backgrounds and beliefs together, and that canine companions are welcomed on a 'bipawtisan' basis in the Senate.