Bill Sponsor
House Simple Resolution 357
117th Congress(2021-2022)
Expressing support for the designation of May 7, 2021, as a "National Day of Reason" and recognizing the central importance of reason in the betterment of humanity.
Introduced
Introduced
Introduced in House on Apr 28, 2021
Overview
Text
Introduced
Apr 28, 2021
Latest Action
Apr 28, 2021
Origin Chamber
House
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
357
Congress
117
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.
Sponsorship by Party
Democrat
Maryland
Democrat
California
Democrat
California
Democrat
District of Columbia
Democrat
Washington
Democrat
Wisconsin
House Votes (0)
No House votes have been held for this bill.
Summary

This resolution (1) supports the designation of a National Day of Reason; and (2) encourages all citizens, residents, and visitors to focus on the central importance of reason, critical thought, the scientific method, and free inquiry to resolving social problems and promoting human welfare.

Text (1)
April 28, 2021
Actions (2)
04/28/2021
Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Reform.
04/28/2021
Introduced in House
Public Record
Record Updated
Jan 11, 2023 1:48:27 PM