Congress·In Committee·H.Res. 1348
A resolution expressing support for the James Lick Observatory celebrating their 150th anniversary on June 7, 2026, and recognizing its contributions to science and astronomy.
James Lick Observatory: 150th Anniversary Recognition
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House
Very likely to pass
Commemorative resolutions like this are standard practice and almost always pass without any opposition.
Key Points
- This resolution celebrates the 150th anniversary of the James Lick Observatory in California. It honors the observatory for its long history of helping us understand space and the stars.
- The observatory was the first of its kind built on a mountaintop. Over the years, scientists there discovered a moon of Jupiter and helped prove Albert Einstein's famous theory about how the universe works.
- Today, the observatory is run by the University of California. It helps train new scientists from many different colleges and welcomes thousands of visitors every year to learn about science.
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Jun 8, 2026
Referred to the House Committee on Science, Space, and Technology.
Jun 8, 2026
Submitted in House
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Source Information
Document Type
Congressional Bill
Official Title
A resolution expressing support for the James Lick Observatory celebrating their 150th anniversary on June 7, 2026, and recognizing its contributions to science and astronomy.
Bill NumberHRES 1348
Congress119th Congress
ChamberHouse of Representatives
Latest ActionReferred to the House Committee on Science, Space, and Technology.
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