The resolution expresses the House of Representatives' support for designating March 26, 2026, as "National Science Appreciation Day." It cites March 26, 1953, when Dr. Jonas Salk announced a polio vaccine, notes that STEM jobs make up about 24 percent of the economy with over 36,800,000 workers, and lists ways science, technology, engineering, and mathematics contribute to society. The text names at least 18 federal agencies that rely on a scientifically trained workforce (for example, NASA, FDA, EPA, NIH, and NOAA). The resolution also mentions benefits such as vaccines, antibiotics, safer water, improved agriculture, research breakthroughs, and opportunities from artificial intelligence.
Based on the text, the House is formally expressing support for recognizing a day to celebrate scientific achievements and to encourage future work in science and STEM. The resolution itself is a statement of support; it does not specify programs, new legal requirements, or actions in the text.
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Supporters say the day would recognize and celebrate American scientific achievements, highlight how STEM improves daily life and many sectors (health, transportation, agriculture, etc.), and help inspire the next generation of scientists and engineers. The resolution emphasizes the size of the STEM workforce and the role of many federal agencies that depend on scientific expertise.
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