A resolution affirming the rule of law and the legitimacy of judicial review.

This is a Senate resolution (non-binding) affirming the rule of law and the legitimacy of judicial review. It restates foundational constitutional principles: Article III vests the judicial power in the courts; Marbury v. Madison established that it is the judiciary’s duty to interpret the law; the Constitution and established precedent require the executive branch to comply with federal court rulings; and when the executive disagrees with a ruling, it may pursue an appeal if authorized by law. In short, the resolution publicly endorses the authority of the judiciary and the legitimacy of judicial review as part of the separation of powers, without creating new legal obligations or altering existing statutes.