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US SCR26
Concurrent Resolution
AI Summary
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Affirms U.S. respect for the sovereignty of the Kingdom of Denmark, including Greenland, consistent with the North Atlantic Treaty ratified by Congress in 1949
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Declares that any change in Greenland's status or use of U.S. military force involving Greenland must comply with treaty obligations and requires Congressional authorization
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Responds to recent executive branch statements suggesting the U.S. may seek to acquire Greenland, potentially through military force, which prompted objections from Denmark, Greenland, and NATO allies
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Calls for continued strengthening of diplomatic, economic, and security cooperation with Denmark and Greenland through partnership, consent, and alliance-based engagement
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Asserts that Arctic security is best achieved through U.S. cooperation with allies rather than coercion
Legislative Description
A concurrent resolution affirming the partnership between the United States and Denmark and Greenland.
International affairs
Last Action
Referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations. (text: CR S261)
1/15/2026