A resolution recognizing April 14, 2025, as "World Quantum Day", and commemorating and supporting the goals of World Quantum Day.
Sponsored By: Senator Young, Todd [R-IN]
Passed Senate
Summary
This resolution recognizes April 14, 2025 as World Quantum Day and supports its goals to celebrate the role of quantum physics in daily life. It encourages schools and educators to mark the day with activities that teach students basic quantum ideas and strengthen STEM learning. The text notes that quantum physics underpins technologies like GPS, semiconductors, and lasers and highlights quantum information science and engineering as a key U.S. technology area with potential breakthroughs in logistics, material sciences, and life sciences. It also notes 2025 is the 100th anniversary of quantum mechanics and that the 4.14 date reflects the Planck constant's first digits.
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Sponsors & CoSponsors
Sponsor
Young, Todd [R-IN]
IN • R
Cosponsors
Sen. Hassan, Margaret Wood [D-NH]
NH • D
Sponsored 4/10/2025
Sen. Cantwell, Maria [D-WA]
WA • D
Sponsored 4/10/2025
Roll Call Votes
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