Bill · S.Res. 467· Senate(119-SRES-467)
A resolution designating October 30, 2025, as a national day of remembrance for the workers of the nuclear weapons program of the United States.
- Introduced
- 10/27/2025
- Last activity
- 10/27/2025 — Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S7755-7756; text: CR S7754-7755)
- Sponsored by
- Marsha Blackburn
- Cosponsors
- - 3 - 10
- 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 30, 2025, as a national day of remembrance for the workers of the United States nuclear weapons program. It recognizes the hundreds of thousands of patriotic men and women, including uranium miners, millers, haulers, plutonium processors, and test participants, who served the country since World War II. The text notes that these dedicated workers paid a high price for advancing the program, often developing disabling or fatal illnesses. The Senate has previously recognized these contributions and sacrifices in multiple resolutions across past Congresses. Finally, the measure encourages the American people to support and participate in ceremonies and activities commemorating these past and present workers.
Yes· 3 of 4
Would people over 65 be better off under this?+2
Many surviving workers and participants of the historic nuclear weapons program are elderly.
Would veterans be better off under this, taking everything together?+2
The resolution recognizes the service and sacrifices of individuals who supported national defense efforts.
Would retired people be better off under this?+2
Retirees who worked in the nuclear weapons program receive formal national recognition for their service.
The opposite
No question was scored the opposite.
Who it would affect, and how
Potential Positive Impacts for People
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Recognition of Workers: The resolution designates October 30, 2025, as a national day of remembrance in Resolved (1) to honor the workers of the United States nuclear weapons program. This is a positive outcome because it recognizes the contributions, services, and sacrifices made by uranium miners, millers, haulers, plutonium processors, and onsite test participants.
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Public Commemoration: The measure encourages the people of the United States to support and participate in appropriate ceremonies, programs, and other activities in Resolved (2). This benefits the public by promoting community involvement and remembrance for past and present workers who developed disabling or fatal illnesses while serving the country.
Potential Negative Impacts for People
- None Identified: The provided text does not contain any sections or provisions that outline negative consequences or burdens for individuals or groups of people in the United States.
Groups and Interests Ranking
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- Demographic And Interest Groups
- Good For Retirees+2Good For Seniors+2Good For Veterans+2
- National Security And Foreign Policy
- Improves Veterans Benefits+2
- 10/27/2025
- 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 S7755-7756; text: CR S7754-7755)
- 13 Cosponsors added.
- Introduced in Senate
Michael BennetDemocrat · Colorado
Maria CantwellDemocrat · Washington
Catherine Cortez MastoDemocrat · Nevada
Lindsey GrahamRepublican · South Carolina
Ruben GallegoDemocrat · Arizona
John HickenlooperDemocrat · Colorado
Bill HagertyRepublican · Tennessee
Martin HeinrichDemocrat · New Mexico
Ben LujánDemocrat · New Mexico
Mitch McConnellRepublican · Kentucky
Patty MurrayDemocrat · Washington
Jacky RosenDemocrat · Nevada
Charles SchumerDemocrat · New York