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HRES425Referred to Committee

Expressing support for designation of May 16, 2025, as the "National Day of Light".

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Introduced
In Committee
3
Passed One Chamber
4
Passed Both
5
Signed into Law
119th
Congress
2025-05-17
Introduced
1
Cosponsors
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Type

Sponsor

Joseph D. Morelle
Joseph D. Morelle
Democrat · NY · Representative
Votes with party: 97.2% (640 recorded votes)
Top industries funding sponsor:
  • Progressive Groups$100k

Full profile: /officials/M001206

Source: Congress.gov · FEC

Cosponsors (1)

Members who have signed on to support this bill since introduction. Source: Congress.gov.

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Referred to the House Committee on Science, Space, and Technology.

2025-05-17

Source: Congress.gov

Committee Activity

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  • House Committee on Science, Space, and TechnologyReferred To · 2025-05-17

Plain-English Summary

This resolution would officially recognize May 16, 2025, as a national day dedicated to celebrating light and its importance in science, technology, and communications. The designation would encourage Americans to learn about and appreciate how light-based technologies—from fiber optics to medical imaging to everyday lighting—shape modern life and scientific discovery. While symbolic rather than creating new laws or programs, the recognition would highlight the role of light and optical science in advancing technology and innovation.

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Subjects

Science, Technology, Communications
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