Congress·In Committee·H.Res. 1141
National Science Appreciation Day
Expressing support for the designation of March 26, 2026, as "National Science Appreciation Day".
This bill is currently in the early stages of the legislative process and is being reviewed by the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform. There are no upcoming votes scheduled at this time. The bill is not actively moving forward.
Legislative Progress
House
Key Points
- This resolution asks the House of Representatives to name March 26, 2026, as a special day to celebrate science. It points out that science and technology are used every day to improve things like health, travel, and farming.
- The date honors the anniversary of the polio vaccine announcement in 1953. Lawmakers want to use this day to recognize how medical breakthroughs and new inventions keep Americans safe and healthy.
- More than 36 million Americans work in science and technology jobs. The resolution notes that these workers are a huge part of the economy and help the United States stay a leader in innovation.
Milestones
1 milestone2 actions
Mar 26, 2026
Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform.
Mar 26, 2026
Submitted in House
Source Information
Document Type
Congressional Bill
Official Title
Expressing support for the designation of March 26, 2026, as "National Science Appreciation Day".
Bill NumberHRES 1141
Congress119th Congress
ChamberHouse of Representatives
Latest ActionReferred to the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform.
Data Sources
Sponsor
Cosponsors
(2)D: 1R: 1
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