HRES1242Referred to Committee
Supporting the first Friday of May as "National Space Day" in recognition of the significant positive impact the aerospace community has and will continue to have on the United States of America.
Introduced
In Committee
3
Passed One Chamber4
Passed Both5
Signed into Law119th
Congress
2026-04-30
Introduced
2
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Referred to the Committee on Science, Space, and Technology, and in addition to the Committee on Armed Services, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.
2026-04-30
Bill Summary
The proposal would officially recognize the first Friday in May as "National Space Day" to celebrate the aerospace industry's contributions to the United States. This symbolic designation would honor the work of companies, scientists, and engineers involved in space exploration and related technologies. The measure has been sent to congressional committees for review but does not create any new laws or funding programs.
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