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Marsha Blackburn (R-TN)

A resolution designating October 30, 2026, as a national day of remembrance for the workers of the nuclear weapons program of the United States.

S.Res. 903 · Senate resolution Armed Forces and National Security

A Republican resolution with 5 Democratic cosponsors · See all 7 cosponsors

Last activity — Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S5020; text: CR S5008)

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 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

  • Scored +6

    Would veterans be better off under this, taking everything together?

    The resolution directly honors the patriotic men and women who served the United States in the nuclear weapons program.

  • Scored +5

    Does this increase the pay, pensions or support veterans receive?

    The resolution officially recognizes and honors the service and sacrifices of nuclear weapons program workers, many of whom developed illnesses.

  • Scored +4

    Would people over 65 be better off under this?

    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.