Commending the American Chemical Society on the occasion of its 150th anniversary and recognizing its many years of service to the United States.

This resolution commends the American Chemical Society (ACS) on the momentous occasion of its 150th anniversary , acknowledging its founding in 1876 and its subsequent incorporation by an Act of Congress in 1938. It recognizes the ACS as one of the world's foremost scientific organizations, which has consistently advanced the chemical enterprise by supporting American innovation, fostering research, and disseminating scientific knowledge. The resolution highlights the ACS's enduring contributions to the scientific, educational, and economic strength of the United States, emphasizing chemistry's essential role in addressing global challenges in public health, national security, and emerging technologies. Furthermore, it affirms the importance of promoting science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) education , expanding opportunities for students in chemistry, and inspiring the next generation of scientific leaders. The House of Representatives requests that an enrolled copy of this resolution be transmitted to the leadership of the American Chemical Society.