Recognizing the 60th anniversary of Pacific Northwest National Laboratory.
The source supplies the latest action, but no lifecycle stage.
Latest action (8 Apr 2025): Referred to the House Committee on Science, Space, and Technology.
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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Timeline
8 Apr 2025
Referred to the House Committee on Science, Space, and Technology.
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?
- The source does not supply a confirmed lifecycle stage for H.Res. 306. Check the latest action and official source below.
- Who sponsored H.Res. 306?
- H.Res. 306 was sponsored by Rep. Newhouse, Dan [R-WA-4] (R-WA), with 3 cosponsors.
- What's the latest action on H.Res. 306?
- Referred to the House Committee on Science, Space, and Technology. (8 Apr 2025).
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