119th Congress · House bill · Last action Oct 5, 2026
H.Res. 1608In Committee
Expressing support for the designation of October 5, 2026, as the "National Beyond the Milky Way Day" and celebrating a transformative achievement in American science.
Sponsor: Rep. Chu, Judy (D-CA)3 cosponsorsIntroduced Oct 5, 2026
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Rep. Chu, Judy [D-CA-28]
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HOUSEReferred to the House Committee on Science, Space, and Technology.
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