Lindsey Graham (R-SC)
A resolution designating October 8, 2025, as "National Hydrogen and Fuel Cell Day".
A Republican resolution with 3 Democratic cosponsors · See all 3 cosponsors
Last activity — Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S6882; text: CR S6879)
Adopted
The chamber formally agreed to it, and for a resolution that is the finish line: what it says is now officially the chamber's position, rule or tribute.
Nothing more is needed. A resolution is how a chamber speaks for itself or sets its own rules, so adopting it is what puts it into effect. It is not a law, so there is nothing for the President to sign.
Its path through Congress
- Introduced
- Officially Recorded
- Adopted by the Senate unanimous consent
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.
The Senate by unanimous consent (no one objected, so there was no vote): no senator's position on it was recorded.
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
- Scored +3
Does this cut the pollution that drives climate change?
The resolution emphasizes the use of fuel cells for zero-emission transportation and stationary power generation.
- Scored +2
Does this put more money into wind, solar and other renewable power?
The text notes that hydrogen can be derived from renewable resources like solar and wind to maximize renewable energy opportunities.
- Scored +2
Does this improve buses, trains and other public transport?
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. Tap or hover a score for the reason it gave.
- Environment Energy And Infrastructure
- Does this cut the pollution that drives climate change? — The resolution emphasizes the use of fuel cells for zero-emission transportation and stationary power generation. Does this improve buses, trains and other public transport? — The resolution highlights the use of fuel cells for zero-emission buses and trains. Does this put more money into wind, solar and other renewable power? — The text notes that hydrogen can be derived from renewable resources like solar and wind to maximize renewable energy opportunities.
- Demographic And Interest Groups
- Would business owners be better off under this? — The text states that stationary fuel cells provide businesses with reliable backup power during grid outages. Would people in cities be better off under this? — The resolution notes the use of fuel cells in delivery vans and buses which are common in urban logistics.
- Economy And Finance
- Is this likely to create jobs? — The resolution highlights the continued improvement and deployment of hydrogen and fuel cell technologies by industry and government. Does this make it easier to run a small business? — The text notes that stationary fuel cells provide businesses with reliable power during grid outages.
- Education And Technology
- Does this put more money into scientific research? — The resolution notes that national laboratories and institutions of higher education are improving fuel cell technologies.
- National Security And Foreign Policy
- Does this increase the pay, pensions or support veterans receive? — The text mentions the use of fuel cells for military vehicles.
- 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