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SRES 545

A resolution designating December 6, 2025, as "National Miners Day".

119th Congress Introduced by John Barrasso and 17 co-sponsors

Designates December 6, 2025 as National Miners Day to honor U.S. miners and invite public participation in mining commemorations; non-binding, no new spending.

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Bill Summary · SRES 545

Summary: S. Res. 545 — Designation of National Miners Day

Overview

S. Res. 545 is a Senate resolution that designates December 6, 2025 as “National Miners Day.” The measure recognizes the accomplishments and sacrifices of United States miners and invites participation in activities celebrating and honoring their contributions. It is a non-binding resolution, intended to express the sentiment of Congress rather than create new laws or expenditures.

Purpose and Key Provisions

  • Designation: Designates December 6, 2025, as National Miners Day in appreciation, honor, and remembrance of the accomplishments and sacrifices of the miners of the United States.
  • Encouragement: Urges the people of the United States to participate in local and national activities celebrating and honoring the contributions of miners.
  • Nature of the measure: Non-binding, ceremonial designation with a preamble acknowledging the significance of mining and miners.

Affected Parties and Impact

  • Primary beneficiaries: Miners and mining communities in the United States, along with families and advocates who commemorate mining history and safety achievements.
  • General public: Encouraged to observe and participate in related events, education, and commemorations.
  • Fiscal/ regulatory impact: As a Senate resolution, it does not enact new regulations or authorize spending. Any related events would be organized and funded by participating organizations or individuals.

Procedural History and Timeline

  • Introduction: Introduced in the Senate on December 11, 2025.
  • Consideration and passage: Considered, agreed to, and passed by unanimous consent on December 11, 2025, with a preamble. The record notes the actions were handled without amendment.
  • Status: Introduced in the Senate and subsequently agreed to by unanimous consent; no further legislative action is described here. (As a resolution, it does not become law without passage by the House and signature by the President.)

Notes for Context

  • The text indicates two triggers in the action: (1) designation of the specific date, and (2) a call for public participation in commemorative activities.
  • The accompanying preamble is noted in Senate records as part of the agreed text.

This summary captures the bill’s intent to publicly honor U.S. miners and to promote awareness and participation in mining-related commemorations, without creating regulatory or fiscal obligations.

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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