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H.Res. 472 (114th)

Expressing support for designation of the week of October 11, 2015, through October 17, 2015, as "Earth Science Week".

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Introduced

8 October 2015

Last action

8 October 2015 · Introduced

Status

Referred to the Committee on Science, Space, and Technology, and in addition to the Committee on Education and the Workforce, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.

Sponsors

Rep. Honda, Michael M. [D-CA-15], Rep. Larsen, Rick [D-WA-2], Del. Norton, Eleanor Holmes [D-DC-At Large], Rep. Perlmutter, Ed [D-CO-7], Rep. Tonko, Paul [D-NY-20], Rep. Nadler, Jerrold [D-NY-12], Rep. Kilmer, Derek [D-WA-6], Rep. Serrano, Jose E. [D-NY-15], Rep. Edwards, Donna F. [D-MD-4], Rep. Blumenauer, Earl [D-OR-3], Rep. Lipinski, Daniel [D-IL-3], Rep. DeFazio, Peter A. [D-OR-4], Rep. Heck, Denny [D-WA-10], Rep. Polis, Jared [D-CO-2], Sen. Van Hollen, Chris [D-MD], Rep. Foster, Bill [D-IL-11], Rep. Lowenthal, Alan S. [D-CA-47], Rep. Davis, Susan A. [D-CA-53], Rep. Cárdenas, Tony [D-CA-29], Rep. Bonamici, Suzanne [D-OR-1], Rep. McCollum, Betty [D-MN-4], Rep. Peters, Scott H. [D-CA-50], Rep. Keating, William R. [D-MA-9], Rep. Lofgren, Zoe [D-CA-18], Rep. Lieu, Ted [D-CA-36], Rep. Speier, Jackie [D-CA-14], Rep. Costa, Jim [D-CA-21], Rep. Becerra, Xavier [D-CA-34], Rep. Kennedy, Joseph P., III [D-MA-4], Rep. Butterfield, G. K. [D-NC-1], Rep. Fattah, Chaka [D-PA-2], Rep. Swalwell, Eric [D-CA-15], Rep. Farr, Sam [D-CA-20], Rep. Clark, Katherine M. [D-MA-5], Rep. McNerney, Jerry [D-CA-9], Rep. Takano, Mark [D-CA-39], Rep. Takai, Mark [D-HI-1], Rep. Schrader, Kurt [D-OR-5], Rep. Roybal-Allard, Lucille [D-CA-40], Rep. Smith, Adam [D-WA-9]

Subjects

Education

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21 July 2025

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Summary

Supports the designation of Earth Science Week. Expresses strong support for the goals and ideals of Earth Science Week and its aims to increase understanding of and interest in earth science at the local, state, national, and international levels. Recognizes the importance of education and public outreach efforts to ensure the U.S. public gains a better understanding and appreciation for the impact of the earth sciences on their daily lives. Encourages K-12 students to participate in local, state, and national events in connection with Earth Science Week and to get involved in the celebration by exploring artistic and academic applications of earth science.

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Timeline

  1. 8 October 2015

    Introduced

    Referred to the Committee on Science, Space, and Technology, and in addition to the Committee on Education and the Workforce, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.

    Source: IntroReferral

  2. 8 October 2015

    Introduced

    Referred to the Committee on Science, Space, and Technology, and in addition to the Committee on Education and the Workforce, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.

    Source: IntroReferral

  3. 8 October 2015

    Introduced

    Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR H6921)

    Source: IntroReferral

  4. 8 October 2015

    Introduced

    Introduced in House

    Source: IntroReferral

  5. 8 October 2015

    Introduced

    Introduced in House

    Source: IntroReferral

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