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S.Res. 702

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A resolution commending the American Chemical Society on the occasion of its 150th anniversary and recognizing its many years of service to the United States.
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Passed
Latest Action · April 29, 2026
Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent.
Congress
119th (2025–2027)
Introduced
April 29, 2026
Sponsor
Sen. Christopher A. CoonsD
Cosponsors (3)
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This Senate resolution honors the American Chemical Society (ACS) on its 150th anniversary, celebrating the organization founded by 35 chemists in New York City on April 6, 1876. The resolution recognizes ACS's contributions to American scientific innovation, research advancement, and knowledge dissemination through publications and programs over the past century and a half. It acknowledges chemistry's role as a "central science" that addresses daily challenges in public health, national security, and emerging technologies while generating economic growth across multiple industries. The resolution also emphasizes the importance of promoting STEM education and encouraging young people from all communities to pursue careers in chemistry and related fields. This is a ceremonial resolution that requires no funding and simply formally recognizes the organization's contributions, with copies to be sent to ACS leadership including the president, CEO, and board chair.

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