Expressing support for the designation of May 16, 2026, as the "National Day of Light".
Sponsored By: Representative Morelle, Joseph D. [D-NY-25]
Introduced
Summary
This bill would designate May 16, 2026 as a National Day of Light to celebrate how light and light-based technologies drive advances in medicine, communications, manufacturing, energy, national security, and scientific discovery. It recognizes U.S. leadership in optics and photonics, highlights breakthroughs such as lasers and quantum technologies, encourages inspiring the next generation of scientists and technicians, and asks schools and colleges to observe the day with appropriate activities.
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Sponsors & CoSponsors
Sponsor
Morelle, Joseph D. [D-NY-25]
NY • D
Cosponsors
Rep. Mast, Brian J. [R-FL-21]
FL • R
Sponsored 5/15/2026
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