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Senate Designates June 30, 2026, as 'Asteroid Day'

Original title: SENATE RESOLUTION 792--DESIGNATING JUNE 30, 2026, AS "ASTEROID DAY"

Record date · June 24, 2026

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What This Bill Does

The U.S. Senate has officially designated June 30, 2026, as 'Asteroid Day' to raise public awareness about the risks of near-Earth objects and the importance of research. This resolution highlights the role of international cooperation and scientific initiatives in tracking potential asteroid threats.

Why it matters

This resolution formalizes federal support for initiatives and public education programs, which guide the prioritization of funding and research for NASA's asteroid detection missions.

Who It Affects

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NASA

The agency is tasked with leading U.S. efforts in detecting, tracking, and coordinating responses to near-Earth objects.

Indirectly affected

General Public

The resolution encourages increased public awareness and participation in science education initiatives related to planetary defense.

Key Facts

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the purpose of Asteroid Day?

It is intended to raise public awareness about the potential impact of asteroids, the importance of , and the scientific value of asteroid exploration.

Why is June 30 significant?

June 30 commemorates the 1908 Tunguska event in Siberia, which is the largest recorded asteroid impact in modern history.

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Focus on 2029 Apophis Approach

The resolution explicitly links current planetary defense efforts to the upcoming 2029 close approach of asteroid Apophis.

Apophis NASA

Connected Entities

General Assembly of the United Nations, NASA, Kelly, Mr. and 4 more

OrganizationGeneral Assembly of the United Nations“International body that recognized Asteroid Day in 2016.”Map →

OrganizationNASA“National Aeronautics and Space Administration, the primary agency for planetary ”Map →

PersonKelly, Mr.“U.S. Senator who submitted the resolution.”Map →

OrganizationJohns Hopkins Applied Physics Laboratory“Coordinates the Asteroids 2029 U.S. Node.”Map →

PersonMr. Moran“U.S. Senator who cosponsored the resolution.”Map →

PersonMr. Cornyn“U.S. Senator who cosponsored the resolution.”Map →

OrganizationVera C. Rubin Observatory“Observatory conducting surveys to discover asteroids.”Map →

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