Recognizing the 95th anniversary of the Detroit-Windsor Tunnel and its enduring significance to international trade, economic development, and cross-border relations between the United States and Canada.

HRES 853 is a non-binding resolution recognizing the 95th anniversary of the Detroit-Windsor Tunnel, which opened in 1930 as the first underwater international vehicular tunnel connecting Detroit, Michigan, and Windsor, Ontario. The resolution highlights the tunnel’s historical role as a key trade and transportation link between the U.S. and Canada for nearly a century, supporting cross-border commerce and mobility. It commends the city of Detroit and American Roads (the tunnel operator) for maintaining this infrastructure and reaffirms the importance of resilient cross-border connections. As a commemorative resolution, it has no legal effect or direct impact on policy or affected parties.