The House Resolution congratulates His Holiness Pope Leo XIV on his election as the 267th pontiff of the Holy Roman Catholic Church, marking a historic milestone as he is the first American-born pope. The resolution highlights Pope Leo XIV's background, including his upbringing in a Catholic family in Chicago, his education at Villanova University and the Catholic Theological Union of Chicago, and his extensive service as a missionary and church leader in Peru. It emphasizes his commitment to humility, unity, and service, as well as his role in shaping episcopal leadership as Prefect of the Dicastery for Bishops.

The resolution acknowledges the significance of Pope Leo XIV's papacy, which honors a tradition of socially engaged leadership within the Church. It reflects on his teachings that emphasize fidelity over popularity and the importance of conforming to Christ's values. The resolution concludes by extending prayers for Pope Leo XIV as he begins his pontificate, guiding the global Catholic community with wisdom and grace.