A resolution designating December 6, 2025, as "National Miners Day".

Senate Resolution

S.Res. 545

119th Congress

A resolution designating December 6, 2025, as "National Miners Day".

Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimou

Introduced:Dec 11, 2025

Primary Sponsor

James Justice

R - WV

Cosponsors

18

Quick Stats

Policy Area

Congress

Summary

This bipartisan resolution designates December 6, 2025, as National Miners Day, commemorating the 1907 Monongah, West Virginia mining disaster - the deadliest industrial accident in US history - which catalyzed modern mine safety efforts. It honors the ongoing sacrifices of miners who risk their lives for the nation's economic and military security.

Latest Action

Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S8696-8697; text: CR S8677)

AI Summary

Plain-English explanation of this bill

This bipartisan resolution designates December 6, 2025, as National Miners Day, commemorating the 1907 Monongah, West Virginia mining disaster - the deadliest industrial accident in US history - which catalyzed modern mine safety efforts. It honors the ongoing sacrifices of miners who risk their lives for the nation's economic and military security.

Last updated: 12/26/2025

Key Points

Main provisions of the bill

Designates December 6, 2025, as National Miners Day
Commemorates 1907 Monongah, WV disaster - deadliest US industrial accident
That tragedy launched the national mine safety movement
Honors miners' contributions to economic strength and military security
Strongly bipartisan with 18 cosponsors from both parties
Sponsored by WV Sen. Justice with coal state and western state support

How This Impacts Americans

Potential effects on citizens and communities

Mining communities nationwide receive formal recognition of their sacrifices and contributions. The date selection honors the Monongah disaster victims and survivors. Raises awareness of ongoing mine safety challenges. Encourages public participation in honoring miners through local and national activities.

Policy Areas

Primary Policy Area

Congress

Related Subjects

Commemorative events and holidays

Labor market

Mining

Scope & Jurisdiction

Jurisdiction Level

federal

Congressional Session

119th Congress

Citation Reference

545, 119th Congress (2025). "A resolution designating December 6, 2025, as "National Miners Day".". Source: Voter's Right Platform. https://votersright.org/bills/119-sres-545