Congress·Passed Senate·S.Res. 679

A resolution recognizing April 14, 2026, as "World Quantum Day", and commemorating and supporting the goals of World Quantum Day.

Recognition of World Quantum Day

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The Senate has officially passed this resolution to recognize World Quantum Day. Because the Senate already agreed to the measure, there are no further actions scheduled for this bill. It is now considered complete.

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Key Points

The Senate officially recognized April 14, 2026, as World Quantum Day. This day is meant to celebrate the science of how the smallest particles in nature work and how they affect our daily lives.
The resolution encourages teachers and schools to hold activities that teach students about quantum physics. The goal is to get more students interested in science, technology, engineering, and math careers to help the country stay competitive.
The date April 14 was picked because of a specific number in physics called the Planck constant, which starts with 4.14. Scientists in more than 70 countries use this day to show how quantum science helps create things like GPS, computer chips, and lasers.

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Apr 16, 2026Senate

Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S1827; text: CR S1826)

Apr 16, 2026

Passed/agreed to in Senate: Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent.

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Source Information

Document Type

Congressional Bill

Official Title

A resolution recognizing April 14, 2026, as "World Quantum Day", and commemorating and supporting the goals of World Quantum Day.

Bill NumberSRES 679

Congress119th Congress

ChamberSenate

Latest ActionSubmitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S1827; text: CR S1826)