SRES 461119th CongressIn Committee

A resolution expressing support for the designation of the week of October 20 to October 24, 2025, as "Careers in Energy Week".

Introduced: Oct 21, 2025

Sponsor: Sen. McCormick, David [R-PA] (R-Pennsylvania)

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This is a non-binding Senate resolution (S. Res. 461) introduced in the 119th Congress that expresses support for designating a specific week—October 20–24, 2025—as “Careers in Energy Week.” The resolution articulates the importance of the energy sector to the nation’s economy, security, and daily life, and it highlights the diverse range of career paths within the industry. It emphasizes the need to attract, educate, and sustain a skilled energy workforce to meet current and future demand, including tens of millions of replacement and new workers over the next decade. As a resolution, it signals congressional backing and encourages observing the week, but it does not, by itself, create new laws or authorize funding.

Key Points

1Supports the designation of October 20–24, 2025 as “Careers in Energy Week.”
2Recognizes and honors the dedication and professionalism of millions of energy sector workers who ensure safe and reliable energy delivery.
3Highlights the broad spectrum of energy careers, from trades and technical roles to engineering, science, and management.
4Promotes energy education and awareness, stressing the importance of career and technical education, vocational training, and STEM skills for energy innovation.
5Encourages collaboration among industry, educational institutions, workforce organizations, and government to support workforce development and to address evolving industry needs; urges Americans to observe the week with programs and activities showcasing energy careers.

Impact Areas

Primary group/area affected- Energy sector workers and job seekers, including students and young professionals exploring career opportunities in energy.Secondary group/area affected- Educational institutions, career and technical education programs, workforce development organizations, and government agencies involved in training and workforce policy.Additional impacts- Increases public awareness of the energy workforce’s role in the economy and national security; may spur partnerships and events that promote energy-related education and training, though it does not authorize new programs or funding.

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