Bill · S.Res. 903· Senate(119-SRES-903)
A resolution designating October 30, 2026, as a national day of remembrance for the workers of the nuclear weapons program of the United States.
- Introduced
- 9/24/2026
- Last activity
- 9/24/2026 — Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S5020; text: CR S5008)
- Sponsored by
- Marsha Blackburn
- Cosponsors
- - 2 - 5
- 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, 2026, as a national day of remembrance for the workers of the United States nuclear weapons program. It recognizes the contributions, services, and sacrifices of these workers, including uranium miners, millers, haulers, plutonium processors, and onsite participants at atmospheric nuclear weapons tests. The text notes that these dedicated workers paid a high price for advancing the program, such as developing disabling or fatal illnesses. Finally, the resolution encourages the American people to support and participate in appropriate ceremonies, programs, and activities to commemorate the day.
Yes
Would veterans be better off under this, taking everything together?+6
The resolution directly honors the patriotic men and women who served the United States in the nuclear weapons program.
Does this increase the pay, pensions or support veterans receive?+5
The resolution officially recognizes and honors the service and sacrifices of nuclear weapons program workers, many of whom developed illnesses.
Would people over 65 be better off under this?+4
Many aging past and present workers of the nuclear weapons program will be honored by the designated day of remembrance.
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 Senate designates October 30, 2026, as a national day of remembrance for past and present workers of the nuclear weapons program under Resolved paragraph (1). This provides formal acknowledgment for the contributions, services, and sacrifices of patriotic men and women, including uranium miners, millers, haulers, plutonium processors, and onsite participants at atmospheric nuclear weapons tests, who served the United States by building nuclear weapons for national defense.
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Encouragement of Commemoration: The resolution encourages the people of the United States to support and participate in appropriate ceremonies, programs, and other activities under Resolved paragraph (2). This fosters public awareness and community involvement in honoring the individuals who developed disabling or fatal illnesses while serving the country.
Potential Negative Impacts for People
- No Negative Impacts Identified: The provided text does not contain any sections or provisions that outline negative consequences, burdens, or harms for individuals or groups of people in the United States.
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 Veterans+6Good For Seniors+4
- National Security And Foreign Policy
- Improves Veterans Benefits+5
- 9/24/2026
- Passed/agreed to in Senate: Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S5020; text: CR S5008)
- Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S5020; text: CR S5008)
- 7 Cosponsors added.
- Bill introduced.
Maria CantwellDemocrat · Washington
John HickenlooperDemocrat · Colorado
Bill HagertyRepublican · Tennessee
Ben LujánDemocrat · New Mexico
Mitch McConnellRepublican · Kentucky
Patty MurrayDemocrat · Washington
Jacky RosenDemocrat · Nevada