Congratulating Pope Leo XIV upon his election as the first American Pope and extending best wishes for his spiritual leadership and global ministry as the leader of the Catholic Church

This bill is a ceremonial resolution congratulating Pope Leo XIV on becoming the first American Pope, elected on May 8, 2025. It expresses the legislature's recognition of his leadership as the 268th successor to Saint Peter and extends best wishes for his spiritual ministry. The resolution has no policy impact or direct effect on individuals or communities; it solely serves as a symbolic gesture of goodwill. The legislature formally adopted the resolution on June 12, 2025, and will transmit a copy to the Vatican.