A resolution expressing support for the designation of the week of September 11 through September 17, 2026, as "Patriot Week".

This resolution is a non-binding expression of support for a symbolic designation. It does not create any law, appropriate funds, or compel any action. Under Article I, Section 1, Congress possesses the legislative power, but it also retains the inherent right to express its sentiments through resolutions. The First Amendment further protects such speech as a form of political expression. No constitutional provision is violated, as the resolution imposes no obligation on any person or government entity.

This resolution merely expresses support for a symbolic designation of a week, imposing no legal duty, penalty, or expenditure upon any person or state. It does not exceed the limited, enumerated powers delegated to Congress by the Constitution, nor does it infringe upon any right secured by the Bill of Rights. The First Amendment protects the freedom to express such sentiments, and the Tenth Amendment reserves to the states and the people all powers not delegated to the United States. As this resolution does not exercise any coercive federal power, it remains within the bounds of permissible …

This resolution is a non-binding expression of sentiment, not a law with coercive effect. It does not appropriate funds, regulate conduct, or alter rights. As such, it falls within the inherent authority of Congress to deliberate and communicate its views, a power incidental to the legislative function under the Necessary and Proper Clause. The Constitution does not forbid such symbolic expressions, and they do not exceed the limited and enumerated powers of the federal government. The resolution respects federalism by imposing no obligation on the states or individuals.

This resolution is a ceremonial expression of support for a designated week, carrying no binding legal force or appropriation of funds. It does not command any action, impose any duty, or alter any right. As such, it falls within the broad discretion of Congress to express sentiments and make declarations, a power inherent in the legislative body under Article I, Section 1, which vests all legislative powers herein granted. The Constitution does not forbid Congress from issuing non-binding resolutions that honor or recognize events, as such acts do not conflict with any enumerated power or pro…