Senate Simple Resolution 495
116th Congress(2019-2020)
A resolution designating February 12, 2020, as "Darwin Day" and recognizing the importance of science to the betterment of humanity.
Introduced
Introduced in Senate on Feb 11, 2020
Origin Chamber
Senate
Type
Simple Resolution
Simple Resolution
A form of legislative measure introduced and potentially acted upon by only one congressional chamber and used for the regulation of business only within the chamber of origin. Depending on the chamber of origin, they begin with a designation of either H.Res. or S.Res. Joint resolutions and concurrent resolutions are other types of resolutions.
Bill Number
495
Congress
116
Policy Area
Science, Technology, Communications
Science, Technology, Communications
Primary focus of measure is natural sciences, space exploration, research policy and funding, research and development, STEM education, scientific cooperation and communication; technology policies, telecommunication, information technology; digital media, journalism. Measures concerning scientific education may fall under Education policy area.
No Senate votes have been held for this bill.
Summary
This resolution designates February 12, 2020, as Darwin Day.
Also, the resolution recognizes the importance of science to the bettering of humanity.
Finally, the resolution recognizes Charles Darwin as a worthy symbol for celebrating science, the achievements of reason, and the advancement of human knowledge.
February 11, 2020
02/11/2020
Referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. (text: CR S993)
02/11/2020
Introduced in Senate
Public Record
Record Updated
Feb 8, 2022 11:21:13 PM