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.
Latest action (5 Oct 2026): Introduced
What this bill does
This House resolution, H.Res. 1608, expresses support for designating October 5, 2026, as "National Beyond the Milky Way Day." The resolution aims to celebrate a significant American scientific achievement: the discovery that galaxies exist beyond our own Milky Way. It highlights the contributions of astronomer Edwin Hubble and Henrietta Swan Leavitt to this understanding, recognizing the event as transformative for humanity's view of the cosmos.
The resolution affects the nation by encouraging educational institutions, scientific organizations, museums, and communities across the U.S. to commemorate this milestone. It promotes engagement through science, technology, engineering, and mathematics education and other public programs. The bill is currently in its introductory stage in the House of Representatives. It was sponsored by Representative Judy Chu and referred to the Committee on Science, Space, and Technology.
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Official summary
This resolution is in the first stage of the legislative process. It was introduced into Congress on October 5, 2026. It will typically be considered by committee next before it is possibly sent on to the House or Senate as a whole.
Common questions
- What does H.Res. 1608 do?
- This House resolution, H.Res. 1608, expresses support for designating October 5, 2026, as "National Beyond the Milky Way Day." The resolution aims to celebrate a significant American scientific achievement: the discovery that galaxies exist beyond our own Milky Way. It highlights the contributions of astronomer Edwin Hubble and Henrietta Swan Leavitt to this understanding, recognizing the event as transformative for humanity's view of the cosmos. The resolution affects the nation by encouraging educational institutions, scientific organizations, museums, and communities across the U.S. to commemorate this milestone. It promotes engagement through science, technology, engineering, and mathematics education and other public programs. The bill is currently in its introductory stage in the House of Representatives. It was sponsored by Representative Judy Chu and referred to the Committee on Science, Space, and Technology.
- Has H.Res. 1608 become law?
- Not yet. As of 5 Oct 2026, H.Res. 1608 is introduced.
- Who sponsored H.Res. 1608?
- H.Res. 1608 was sponsored by Rep. Judy Chu [D-CA28] (Democrat-CA), with 0 cosponsors.
- What's the latest action on H.Res. 1608?
- Introduced (5 Oct 2026).
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