Recognizing the 60th anniversary of Pacific Northwest National Laboratory.
Latest action (8 Apr 2025): Introduced
What this bill does
H.Res. 306 is a commemorative resolution that would have the House of Representatives formally recognize the 60th anniversary of Pacific Northwest National Laboratory (PNNL), a Department of Energy facility located at the Hanford Site in southeastern Washington State. The resolution recounts PNNL's history since 1965, its growth to more than 6,400 employees, its $1.64 billion in research and development activity in fiscal year 2024, and its work in areas such as nuclear waste cleanup, energy systems, national security, artificial intelligence, and STEM education. Based on these facts, the resolution congratulates PNNL, recognizes its contributions, and expresses support for its continued work.
The resolution does not create new law, funding, or regulatory requirements; it is a symbolic statement of praise. It primarily affects PNNL and its employees by publicly acknowledging their work, and by extension reflects on the Hanford region and Washington State, where PNNL is described as the largest employer in central Washington.
The bill was introduced on April 8, 2025, by Rep. Dan Newhouse of Washington, along with co-sponsors Rep. Kim Schrier and Rep. Suzan DelBene, and referred to the House Committee on Science, Space, and Technology. As a simple resolution, it would need to be considered and passed by the House to take effect, but it does not require Senate action or the President's signature. Its current status is "Introduced," with no further recorded action.
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Official summary
This resolution is in the first stage of the legislative process. It was introduced into Congress on April 8, 2025. 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. 306 do?
- H.Res. 306 is a commemorative resolution that would have the House of Representatives formally recognize the 60th anniversary of Pacific Northwest National Laboratory (PNNL), a Department of Energy facility located at the Hanford Site in southeastern Washington State. The resolution recounts PNNL's history since 1965, its growth to more than 6,400 employees, its $1.64 billion in research and development activity in fiscal year 2024, and its work in areas such as nuclear waste cleanup, energy systems, national security, artificial intelligence, and STEM education. Based on these facts, the resolution congratulates PNNL, recognizes its contributions, and expresses support for its continued work. The resolution does not create new law, funding, or regulatory requirements; it is a symbolic statement of praise. It primarily affects PNNL and its employees by publicly acknowledging their work, and by extension reflects on the Hanford region and Washington State, where PNNL is described as the largest employer in central Washington. The bill was introduced on April 8, 2025, by Rep. Dan Newhouse of Washington, along with co-sponsors Rep. Kim Schrier and Rep. Suzan DelBene, and referred to the House Committee on Science, Space, and Technology. As a simple resolution, it would need to be considered and passed by the House to take effect, but it does not require Senate action or the President's signature. Its current status is "Introduced," with no further recorded action.
- Has H.Res. 306 become law?
- Not yet. As of 8 Apr 2025, H.Res. 306 is introduced.
- Who sponsored H.Res. 306?
- H.Res. 306 was sponsored by Rep. Dan Newhouse [R-WA4] (Republican-WA), with 3 cosponsors.
- What's the latest action on H.Res. 306?
- Introduced (8 Apr 2025).
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