United StatesSenate supports National Forensic Science Week and public outreach
The Senate adopted a resolution recognizing September 14–20, 2025, as an opportunity for forensic science labs to share their work with communities and policymakers.
What it does
The Senate supports National Forensic Science Week and recognizes it as a chance to honor lab workers, offer tours, and help communities understand their work.
Argument forLab tours and community events could help residents and policymakers better understand how forensic science works and what labs need.
Argument againstLabs that choose to host tours and community events could spend staff time on outreach alongside their investigative work.
More detail
The Senate supports National Forensic Science Week and recognizes opportunities for public outreach. The recognition includes forensic science labs, policymakers, residents, the media, and people who work in the justice system. The resolution describes voluntary opportunities; it does not require labs or community members to hold or attend events. The recognized week runs from September 14 through September 20, 2025.
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Where it stands
- Introduced
- Adopted
Looking ahead
No hearings or votes scheduled.
History
- 2025
- Sep 16Introduced in SenateLatest
- Sep 16Passed/agreed to in Senate: Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S6637; text: CR S6653)Adopted
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