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SRES 427119th CongressIntroduced
A resolution designating October 8, 2025, as "National Hydrogen and Fuel Cell Day".
Introduced: Sep 30, 2025
Sponsor: Sen. Graham, Lindsey [R-SC] (R-South Carolina)
Environment & ClimateTechnology & Innovation
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This resolution designates October 8, 2025, as "National Hydrogen and Fuel Cell Day." The date was chosen because hydrogen has an atomic mass of 1.008 (10/08). The resolution recognizes the United States' leadership in hydrogen and fuel cell technology development and highlights the various applications and benefits of these technologies. It acknowledges the role of hydrogen fuel cells in the space program, their current use in transportation and power generation, and their potential to address energy, environmental, and economic challenges while supporting the transition to cleaner energy sources.
Key Points
- 1Recognizes U.S. leadership in developing and deploying hydrogen fuel cell technologies, from the space program to modern commercial applications
- 2Highlights diverse applications including zero-emission vehicles (cars, buses, trucks, trains, marine vessels), stationary power generation, and backup power systems
- 3Emphasizes hydrogen's environmental benefits as a clean, nontoxic fuel that can be produced from various domestic resources including renewable sources like solar, wind, and biogas
- 4Notes that the U.S. currently produces and uses approximately 10,000,000 metric tons of hydrogen annually
- 5Acknowledges the development of safety protocols and standards for hydrogen delivery, handling, and use
Impact Areas
Energy sector: Promotes alternative energy technologies and grid resilience through hydrogen storage capabilitiesTransportation industry: Encourages adoption of zero-emission fuel cell vehicles across multiple sectorsEnvironmental policy: Supports cleaner energy alternatives that can reduce emissions and water usage compared to traditional power generationEconomic development: Recognizes domestic hydrogen production and the export of fuel cell technologies to international markets
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