A resolution to commemorate the 60th Anniversary of the Trinity Test, the culmination of the Manhattan Project, and to honor the people who made it possible.

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SRES 197

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Jul 13, 2005

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Referred to the Committee on Energy and Natural Resources. (text of measure as introduced: CR S8237)

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Anniversaries Armed Forces and National Security Commemorations Congress Congressional tributes Military research New Mexico Nuclear weapons Science, Technology, Communications

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Commemorates the significance of the 60th anniversary of the Trinity Test of July 16, 1945, in Alamogordo, New Mexico (the detonation of the first atomic device), as marking one of the seminal events in human history and one that epitomizes the American spirit. Recognizes the critical role of science and technology in keeping our nation free and prosperous.

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Jul 13, 2005

Referred to the Committee on Energy and Natural Resources. (text of measure as introduced: CR S8237)
Jul 13, 2005

Introduced in Senate

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