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James Justice (R-WV)

A resolution designating December 6, 2025, as "National Miners Day".

S.Res. 545 · Senate resolution Congress

A Republican resolution with 8 Democratic cosponsors · See all 18 cosponsors

Last activity — Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S8696-8697; text: CR S8677)

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

  1. Introduced
  2. Officially Recorded
  3. 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 December 6, 2025, as "National Miners Day." The designation serves to honor and remember the accomplishments and sacrifices made by miners in the United States. It recognizes that miners risk their lives and limbs in their daily labor. The resolution also notes the historical significance of the mining tragedy in Monongah, West Virginia. Finally, it encourages the public to participate in activities that celebrate and honor these contributions.

Yes

  • Scored +2

    Would union members be better off under this?

    The designation honors the labor and sacrifices of miners which is often central to union identities.

  • Scored +1

    Would households on low incomes be better off under this?

    The resolution honors the historical and ongoing contributions of miners who often perform high-risk labor.

  • Scored +1

    Would people in rural areas be better off under this?

    The resolution honors a profession that is a significant part of many rural American communities.

The opposite

No question was scored the opposite.