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H.Res. 1608

ResolutionFederalHouseIn 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.
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Latest Action · October 5, 2026
Referred to the House Committee on Science, Space, and Technology.
Congress
119th (2025–2027)
Introduced
October 5, 2026
Cosponsors (3)
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This resolution expresses congressional support for designating October 5, 2026, as "National Beyond the Milky Way Day" to commemorate astronomer Edwin Hubble's landmark discovery 103 years earlier that proved galaxies exist beyond our own Milky Way galaxy. The resolution honors both Hubble's 1923 observation at Mount Wilson Observatory in California and Henrietta Swan Leavitt's earlier scientific work that made his discovery possible, recognizing this as one of humanity's most significant scientific achievements. The resolution celebrates the role of American scientific leadership and infrastructure investment in making this transformative discovery and calls on educational institutions, museums, observatories, and communities nationwide to mark the occasion through science education and public engagement programs. No funding is appropriated by this resolution, as it is a commemorative measure expressing the House's recognition and support rather than establishing new programs or spending. The resolution encourages continued scientific exploration and highlights how major discoveries inspire future generations of scientists and engineers.

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