Mark Kelly (D-AZ)
A resolution designating June 30, 2026, as "Asteroid Day".
A Democratic resolution with 2 Republican cosponsors · See all 2 cosponsors
Last activity — Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S3194; text: CR S3217-3218)
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 June 30, 2026, as "Asteroid Day." It seeks to raise public awareness regarding the risks posed by near-Earth objects. The measure also emphasizes the importance of asteroid research, detection, tracking, and planetary defense. Additionally, the resolution encourages increased public awareness of these potential threats. Finally, it supports ongoing efforts to improve our ability to identify and respond to such threats.
Yes· 3 of 6
- Scored +3
Does this strengthen ties with allied countries?
The resolution highlights the importance of international coordination and data sharing for planetary defense.
- Scored +2
Does this put more money into scientific research?
The resolution supports continued efforts in asteroid research, detection, and planetary defense.
- Scored +2
Would students be better off under this?
The bill suggests asteroid exploration provides real-world educational opportunities for students.
The opposite
No question was scored the opposite.
Who it would affect, and how
Potential Positive Impacts for People
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Increased Safety and Planetary Defense: The bill encourages awareness and improved capabilities to identify and respond to threats from near-Earth objects, which could prevent damage, injury, and loss of life (Resolution clauses 2 and 3).
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Scientific Discovery and Education: Asteroids are described as a valuable resource for scientific exploration into the origins of our solar system, and asteroid detection and exploration provide real-world educational opportunities (Whereas clauses 2 and 10).
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Economic and Career Interest: The field of asteroid resource utilization may inspire interest in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (Whereas clause 10).
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Global Stability and Security: The timely sharing of asteroid detection data helps with emergency preparedness and allows governments to distinguish a near-Earth object event from other potential threats (Whereas clause 23).
Potential Negative Impacts for People
- No negative impacts are explicitly stated in the provided 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.
- National Security And Foreign Policy
- Does this strengthen ties with allied countries? — The resolution highlights the importance of international coordination and data sharing for planetary defense. Does this better protect the country from computer attacks? — The bill focuses on planetary defense and asteroid detection rather than digital security.
- Education And Technology
- Does this put more money into scientific research? — The resolution supports continued efforts in asteroid research, detection, and planetary defense. Does this make college cost less? — The bill notes that asteroid research provides real-world educational opportunities.
- Demographic And Interest Groups
- Would students be better off under this? — The bill suggests asteroid exploration provides real-world educational opportunities for students.
- Environment Energy And Infrastructure
- Does this better protect air, water and wildlife? — The measure promotes planetary defense to protect life and the environment from asteroid impacts.
- 6/24/2026
- 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 S3194; text: CR S3217-3218)
- 2 Cosponsors added.
- Bill introduced.
John CornynRepublican · Texas
Jerry MoranRepublican · Kansas