Passed on 2026-06-24
Resolution · 119th Congress · SRES 792
A resolution designating June 30, 2026, as "Asteroid Day".
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Introduced 2026-06-24Topic: technology privacy · public safety · educationSummary
AI-generated summary, report an errorThis Senate resolution names June 30, 2026, as "Asteroid Day." It encourages more public awareness of the risks from asteroids and other near-Earth objects, and of asteroid research, detection, tracking, and planetary defense. It also states the Senate's support for continued efforts to improve the ability to identify and respond to asteroid threats. The resolution does not create new programs or spend money.
Sponsors
- Mark Kelly Democrat sponsor
- 2 cosponsors
Action history
| Date | Chamber | Action | Status effect |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-06-24 | Senate | Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S3194; text: CR S3217-3218) | |
| 2026-06-24 | Passed/agreed to in Senate: Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. | floor pass |