A resolution designating October 4, 2025, as "National Energy Appreciation Day" to celebrate the people who work to power the United States and the economy of the United States and to build awareness of the important role that the energy producers of the United States play in reducing poverty, strengthening national security, and improving the quality of life for people around the world.

Bill Number: S.Res. 430
Origin Chamber: Senate
Congress: 119th Congress, Session 1
Policy Area: Energy
Status: Introduced
Latest Action: 2025-10-03: Referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. (text: CR S6934-6935)
Last Updated: 2026-04-09T10:43:36Z

AI-Generated Summary

Purpose

This Senate Resolution (S. Res. 430) aims to designate October 4, 2025, as "National Energy Appreciation Day." It seeks to honor the workers who power the U.S. economy and highlight the contributions of U.S. energy producers in reducing global poverty, enhancing national security, and improving quality of life worldwide.

Key Provisions

Designation of the Day: Officially recognizes October 4, 2025, as National Energy Appreciation Day.
Encouragement for Observance: Urges the federal government, states, local communities, schools, nonprofit organizations, businesses, and U.S. citizens to participate through events that educate about and celebrate the role of modern energy systems in daily life.
Supporting "Whereas" Clauses: Provides background rationale, including:
Energy's role in improving living standards and life expectancy in the U.S. (e.g., doubling life expectancy through access to energy).
The U.S. "all-of-the-above" energy strategy, which includes fossil fuels, nuclear, hydroelectric, and renewables, to ensure affordable, reliable, and efficient energy.
Economic benefits, such as 8.35 million direct energy jobs, multiplier effects (e.g., each oil and gas job supports 3.7 additional jobs), $1.8 trillion in annual GDP from oil and gas, and $22 billion in federal revenue from leases in 2022.
Environmental and security aspects, like reduced emissions through advanced technology, coal's role in baseload power (19.5% of U.S. electricity in 2022), hydroelectric flexibility, nuclear's 100,000 megawatts of clean power, and growth in renewable jobs (especially solar).
Global impacts, such as reducing extreme poverty from over 40% to under 10% of the world population via energy access.

Significant Changes to Existing Law

This is a non-binding resolution with no enforceable changes to existing laws or regulations. It does not amend statutes, allocate funds, or impose requirements; it serves as a symbolic gesture of recognition.

Potential Impacts

On Government Agencies: Minimal direct impact; federal agencies may be encouraged (but not required) to promote energy education, potentially influencing public outreach programs without new mandates.
On Citizens: Could increase public awareness of energy's societal benefits, fostering appreciation for energy workers and potentially supporting policies favoring domestic production. No direct obligations on individuals.
On International Relations: Indirectly promotes U.S. energy leadership globally by emphasizing its role in poverty reduction and security, which may bolster diplomatic narratives around U.S. exports and aid, but has no binding international effects.

Main Stakeholders Affected

Energy Workers and Producers: Directly celebrated, including those in oil, natural gas, coal, nuclear, hydroelectric, and renewable sectors (e.g., solar installers).
Businesses and Industry Groups: Energy companies benefit from heightened visibility and potential support for an "all-of-the-above" approach.
Educational and Community Entities: Schools, nonprofits, states, and localities may organize events, promoting energy literacy.
General Public and Economy: Citizens gain awareness of energy's economic contributions (e.g., jobs and GDP), while the broader economy is indirectly highlighted for its reliance on diverse energy sources.

Notable Legal, Constitutional, or Political Implications

Legal: As a simple resolution, it requires only a Senate majority vote and has no force of law, similar to other commemorative designations (e.g., awareness days). It does not infringe on constitutional powers.
Constitutional: Aligns with Congress's broad authority to express sense-of-the-Senate positions under Article I, without executive involvement.
Political: Introduced by a bipartisan group of 14 senators (primarily Republicans from energy-producing states), it signals support for domestic energy independence and a balanced energy portfolio. It may influence debates on energy policy, environmental regulations, and subsidies by framing fossil fuels positively alongside renewables, potentially polarizing views on climate change without mandating action.

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Sponsor

Sen. Lummis, Cynthia M. [R-WY]

Cosponsors (14)

Sen. Scott, Tim [R-SC], Sen. Lankford, James [R-OK], Sen. Crapo, Mike [R-ID], Sen. Capito, Shelley Moore [R-WV], Sen. Risch, James E. [R-ID], Sen. Justice, James C. [R-WV], Sen. Hyde-Smith, Cindy [R-MS], Sen. Hoeven, John [R-ND], Sen. Cassidy, Bill [R-LA], Sen. Cruz, Ted [R-TX], Sen. Barrasso, John [R-WY], Sen. Cramer, Kevin [R-ND], Sen. Husted, Jon [R-OH], Sen. Sullivan, Dan [R-AK]

Recent Actions

2025-10-03: Referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. (text: CR S6934-6935)
2025-10-03: Introduced in Senate

Bill Versions

Designating October 4, 2025, as National Energy Appreciation Day to celebrate the people who work to power the United States and the economy of the United States and to build awareness of the important role that the energy producers of the United States play in reducing poverty, strengthening national security, and improving the quality of life for people around the world. — issued 2025-10-03 — PDF (4 pages)