Bill · S.Res. 461· Senate(119-SRES-461)
A resolution expressing support for the designation of the week of October 20 to October 24, 2025, as "Careers in Energy Week".
- Introduced
- 10/21/2025
- Last activity
- 10/21/2025 — Referred to the Committee on Energy and Natural Resources. (text: CR S7188)
- Sponsored by
- David McCormick
- Cosponsors
- - 0 - 1
- Introduced
- In Committee
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 expresses support for designating the week of October 20 to October 24, 2025, as "Careers in Energy Week." It seeks to recognize the millions of individuals working in the energy sector who provide safe and reliable energy. The resolution aims to highlight various career opportunities ranging from skilled trades to management roles. It also promotes energy education, training, and the importance of STEM skills. Additionally, it encourages collaboration between industry, government, and educational institutions to support workforce development.
Yes· 3 of 11
Would people in their twenties and thirties be better off under this?+3
The resolution specifically targets students and young professionals to raise awareness of rewarding career opportunities.
Would students be better off under this?+3
The resolution promotes energy education, technical training, and STEM skills to students.
Would business owners be better off under this?+2
The resolution supports workforce development and industry collaboration which benefits the energy business sector.
The opposite
No question was scored the opposite.
Who it would affect, and how
Potential Positive Impacts for People
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Raising awareness of career opportunities: The resolution aims to highlight rewarding career paths in the energy industry, including fossil-fuel production, renewable energy, research, engineering, and technology development (Resolution clauses 3 and 7).
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Support for students and young professionals: By highlighting energy education and training, the resolution seeks to cultivate a pipeline of skilled workers to meet future needs (Resolution clause 7).
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Workforce development: The resolution encourages collaboration between industry, educational institutions, and government agencies to support the development of the workforce (Resolution clause 5).
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Recognition of current workers: The resolution honors the dedication and professionalism of the millions of individuals currently working in the energy sector (Resolution clause 2).
Potential Negative Impacts for People
- No negative impacts are explicitly mentioned in the text provided.
Groups and Interests Ranking
Every group the model scored this bill for, from -10 to +10. Hover a score for the reason it gave.
- Demographic And Interest Groups
- Good For Students+3Good For Young Adults+3Good For Business Owners+2Good For Union Workers+2
- Economy And Finance
- Increases Job Creation+2Improves Small Business Support+1
- Education And Technology
- Improves College Affordability+1Increases Scientific Research Funding+1
- Environment Energy And Infrastructure
- Improves Rural Development+1Increases Renewable Energy Investment+1
- National Security And Foreign Policy
- Improves Veterans Benefits+1
- 10/21/2025
- Referred to the Committee on Energy and Natural Resources. (text: CR S7188)
- 1 Cosponsor added.
- Introduced in Senate
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Elissa SlotkinDemocrat · Michigan