Bill · S.Res. 427· Senate(119-SRES-427)
A resolution designating October 8, 2025, as "National Hydrogen and Fuel Cell Day".
- Introduced
- 9/30/2025
- Last activity
- 9/30/2025 — Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S6882; text: CR S6879)
- Sponsored by
- Lindsey Graham
- Cosponsors
- - 0 - 3
- Introduced
- Officially Recorded
- Adopted by the Senate
A Senate resolution is the Senate speaking for itself: stating a position, honouring someone, or setting its own rules. Adopting it is the whole process. Once the Senate agrees to it, it is officially the Senate's word; it is not a law, so the House and the President have no part in it.
What this bill would do
This resolution designates October 8, 2025, as National Hydrogen and Fuel Cell Day. The resolution highlights that the United States is a world leader in developing and deploying these technologies. It notes that hydrogen fuel cells have been instrumental in the U.S. space program. The text emphasizes that fuel cells are used for zero-emission transportation and stationary power generation. It also points out that hydrogen can be derived from various domestic resources.
Yes· 3 of 9
Does this cut the pollution that drives climate change?+3
The resolution emphasizes the use of fuel cells for zero-emission transportation and stationary power generation.
Does this put more money into wind, solar and other renewable power?+2
The text notes that hydrogen can be derived from renewable resources like solar and wind to maximize renewable energy opportunities.
Does this improve buses, trains and other public transport?+2
The resolution highlights the use of fuel cells for zero-emission buses and trains.
The opposite
No question was scored the opposite.
Who it would affect, and how
Potential Positive Impacts for People
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Reliable Power Generation: Stationary fuel cells can provide continuous and backup power, offering businesses and energy consumers reliable power during grid outages. (Whereas clause regarding stationary and backup power generation).
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Zero-Emission Transportation: Fuel cells can be used for various types of zero-emission transportation, including light-duty vehicles, buses, trucks, trains, and military vehicles. (Whereas clause regarding zero-emission transportation).
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Water Conservation: The use of stationary fuel cells can help reduce water use compared to traditional power generation technologies. (Whereas clause regarding water use).
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Vehicle Performance: Fuel cell electric vehicles can mimic the experience of internal combustion vehicles by providing comparable range and refueling times. (Whereas clause regarding fuel cell electric vehicles).
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Energy Storage and Grid Support: Hydrogen and fuel cells can store energy to help enhance the grid and maximize opportunities for deploying renewable energy. (Whereas clause regarding storing energy).
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Economic and Resource Benefits: Hydrogen is a nontoxic gas that can be produced from various domestic resources like solar, wind, biogas, and natural gas. (Whereas clause regarding hydrogen as a nontoxic gas).
Potential Negative Impacts for People
- No negative impacts are mentioned in the text.
Groups and Interests Ranking
Every group the model scored this bill for, from -10 to +10. Hover a score for the reason it gave.
- Environment Energy And Infrastructure
- Reduces Carbon Emissions+3Improves Public Transit+2Increases Renewable Energy Investment+2
- Demographic And Interest Groups
- Good For Business Owners+2Good For Urban Residents+1
- Economy And Finance
- Increases Job Creation+2Improves Small Business Support+1
- Education And Technology
- Increases Scientific Research Funding+1
- National Security And Foreign Policy
- Improves Veterans Benefits+1
- 9/30/2025
- Passed/agreed to in Senate: Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent.
- Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S6882; text: CR S6879)
- 3 Cosponsors added.
- Introduced in Senate
Richard BlumenthalDemocrat · Connecticut
Christopher CoonsDemocrat · Delaware
Christopher MurphyDemocrat · Connecticut