119-sres319

[Congressional Bills 119th Congress]
[From the U.S. Government Publishing Office]
[S. Res. 319 Agreed to Senate

    (ATS) ]

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119th CONGRESS
 1st Session
S. RES. 319

 Recognizing and celebrating 100 years of quantum mechanics.

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 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES

 July 10, 2025

 Mr. Daines (for himself, Mr. Kim, Mrs. Blackburn, Mr. Durbin, and Mr. 
 Young) submitted the following resolution; which was considered and 
 agreed to

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 RESOLUTION

 Recognizing and celebrating 100 years of quantum mechanics.

Whereas, in 1925, the foundational principles of quantum mechanics were 
 formulated by pioneering physicists and advanced by scientists in the 
 United States, including Richard Feynman, John Archibald Wheeler, David 
 Bohm, Bryce Dewitt, and Peter Shor, among others, laying the groundwork 
 for a revolutionary understanding of physics that examines the behavior 
 of matter and energy at the atomic and subatomic levels;
Whereas quantum mechanics has led to groundbreaking scientific advancements, 
 enabling the development of modern technologies that improve the daily 
 lives of people, such as semiconductors, lasers, superconductive 
 materials, magnetic resonance imaging, and the global positioning 
 system;
Whereas the study and application of optics, photonics, cryogenics, and 
 condensed matter physics have been instrumental in advancing quantum 
 technologies by leveraging fundamental quantum principles such as 
 superposition, entanglement, and interference;
Whereas ongoing breakthroughs in quantum information science, including in 
 quantum computing, quantum simulation, quantum communication, quantum 
 cryptography, quantum sensing, and materials science, promise to enhance 
 national security, drive economic growth, and advance numerous 
 industries;
Whereas the advancement of quantum technologies creates high-quality jobs and 
 fosters innovation across critical sectors, such as chemistry, biology, 
 healthcare, finance, transportation, telecommunications, and advanced 
 manufacturing;
Whereas the United States has been a global leader in quantum research and 
 innovation, with significant contributions from private industry, 
 national laboratories, universities, and government agencies; and
Whereas 2025 marks the 100th anniversary of quantum mechanics, providing an 
 opportunity to educate the public, inspire the next generation of 
 scientists and engineers, and highlight the strategic importance of 
 quantum science, technology, and education: Now, therefore, be it
 Resolved, That the Senate--

    (1) recognizes the 100th anniversary of quantum mechanics 
 and its profound impact on science and technology;

    (2) celebrates the contributions of scientists, engineers, 
 and innovators in the United States in advancing quantum 
 science;

    (3) reaffirms the commitment of the United States to 
 maintaining leadership in quantum research and development; and

    (4) supports efforts to raise public awareness of quantum 
 science and its potential to shape the future of computing, 
 security, healthcare, and industry.
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