A resolution designating December 2, 2025, as "World Nuclear Energy Day".

This Senate resolution designates December 2, 2025, as "World Nuclear Energy Day" to commemorate significant historical achievements in nuclear science. These include the first self-sustaining nuclear chain reaction in 1942 and the operation of the world's first commercial nuclear power plant in 1957, acknowledging nuclear energy's vital role in global power generation. The resolution celebrates nuclear energy's contributions to clean, reliable, and sustainable power generation , noting its substantial share of carbon-free electricity in the United States. It highlights the sector's significant economic impact through job creation, its importance for national security, and its role in ensuring grid stability and resilience. Furthermore, the resolution honors the scientists, engineers, and innovators who have advanced nuclear technology for the betterment of humanity. Finally, the resolution commends the global community for its commitment to the safe and responsible utilization of nuclear energy. It strongly encourages continued domestic and international cooperation in the research, development, and implementation of advanced nuclear energy technologies.