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Expressing support for designation of the week of October 4, 2025, through October 10, 2025, as "World Space Week".

USA119th CongressHRES-785| House 
| Updated: 10/3/2025
Debbie Dingell

Debbie Dingell

Democratic Representative

Michigan

Cosponsors (6)
Chrissy Houlahan (Democratic)Maria Elvira Salazar (Republican)Don Bacon (Republican)Adam Smith (Democratic)George Whitesides (Democratic)Judy Chu (Democratic)

Science, Space, and Technology Committee, Education and Workforce Committee

  • Introduced
  • In Committee
  • On Floor
  • Passed Chamber
  • Enacted
The House of Representatives formally designates the week of October 4 through October 10, 2025 as World Space Week , honoring the United Nations’ annual celebration of space science and technology. The resolution highlights the 2025 theme, 'Living in Space,' which showcases advances in sustainable living, life support systems, and extraterrestrial research. It emphasizes the role of space research in driving innovation across health, transportation, energy, and information technology, thereby supporting the U.S. economy. The House stresses the importance of international cooperation and synchronized events to maximize student and public impact. The resolution calls for robust education and public outreach, urging K‑12 students to engage in local, state, and national activities that explore academic applications of space science. It encourages the broader American public to observe World Space Week through appropriate activities that deepen appreciation for space’s contributions to daily life. By fostering curiosity and understanding, the House aims to inspire future generations of scientists, engineers, and informed citizens.
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Bill from Previous Congress

HRES 118-1532
Expressing support for designation of the week of October 4, 2024, through October 10, 2024, as "World Space Week".

Bill from Previous Congress

HRES 115-566
Expressing support for designation of the week of October 4, 2017, through October 10, 2017, as World Space Week and for the designation of the week of October 8, 2017, through October 14, 2017, as Earth Science Week.

Bill from Previous Congress

HRES 115-1120
Expressing support for designation of the week of October 4, 2018, through October 10, 2018, as World Space Week and for the designation of the week of October 14, 2018, through October 20, 2018, as Earth Science Week.
Oct 3, 2025
Submitted in House
Oct 3, 2025
Referred to the Committee on Science, Space, and Technology, and in addition to the Committee on Education and Workforce, 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.
  • Bill from Previous Congress

    HRES 118-1532
    Expressing support for designation of the week of October 4, 2024, through October 10, 2024, as "World Space Week".


  • Bill from Previous Congress

    HRES 115-566
    Expressing support for designation of the week of October 4, 2017, through October 10, 2017, as World Space Week and for the designation of the week of October 8, 2017, through October 14, 2017, as Earth Science Week.


  • Bill from Previous Congress

    HRES 115-1120
    Expressing support for designation of the week of October 4, 2018, through October 10, 2018, as World Space Week and for the designation of the week of October 14, 2018, through October 20, 2018, as Earth Science Week.


  • October 3, 2025
    Submitted in House


  • October 3, 2025
    Referred to the Committee on Science, Space, and Technology, and in addition to the Committee on Education and Workforce, 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.

Science, Technology, Communications

Expressing support for designation of the week of October 4, 2025, through October 10, 2025, as "World Space Week".

USA119th CongressHRES-785| House 
| Updated: 10/3/2025
The House of Representatives formally designates the week of October 4 through October 10, 2025 as World Space Week , honoring the United Nations’ annual celebration of space science and technology. The resolution highlights the 2025 theme, 'Living in Space,' which showcases advances in sustainable living, life support systems, and extraterrestrial research. It emphasizes the role of space research in driving innovation across health, transportation, energy, and information technology, thereby supporting the U.S. economy. The House stresses the importance of international cooperation and synchronized events to maximize student and public impact. The resolution calls for robust education and public outreach, urging K‑12 students to engage in local, state, and national activities that explore academic applications of space science. It encourages the broader American public to observe World Space Week through appropriate activities that deepen appreciation for space’s contributions to daily life. By fostering curiosity and understanding, the House aims to inspire future generations of scientists, engineers, and informed citizens.
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Bill from Previous Congress

HRES 118-1532
Expressing support for designation of the week of October 4, 2024, through October 10, 2024, as "World Space Week".

Bill from Previous Congress

HRES 115-566
Expressing support for designation of the week of October 4, 2017, through October 10, 2017, as World Space Week and for the designation of the week of October 8, 2017, through October 14, 2017, as Earth Science Week.

Bill from Previous Congress

HRES 115-1120
Expressing support for designation of the week of October 4, 2018, through October 10, 2018, as World Space Week and for the designation of the week of October 14, 2018, through October 20, 2018, as Earth Science Week.
Oct 3, 2025
Submitted in House
Oct 3, 2025
Referred to the Committee on Science, Space, and Technology, and in addition to the Committee on Education and Workforce, 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.
  • Bill from Previous Congress

    HRES 118-1532
    Expressing support for designation of the week of October 4, 2024, through October 10, 2024, as "World Space Week".


  • Bill from Previous Congress

    HRES 115-566
    Expressing support for designation of the week of October 4, 2017, through October 10, 2017, as World Space Week and for the designation of the week of October 8, 2017, through October 14, 2017, as Earth Science Week.


  • Bill from Previous Congress

    HRES 115-1120
    Expressing support for designation of the week of October 4, 2018, through October 10, 2018, as World Space Week and for the designation of the week of October 14, 2018, through October 20, 2018, as Earth Science Week.


  • October 3, 2025
    Submitted in House


  • October 3, 2025
    Referred to the Committee on Science, Space, and Technology, and in addition to the Committee on Education and Workforce, 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.
Debbie Dingell

Debbie Dingell

Democratic Representative

Michigan

Cosponsors (6)
Chrissy Houlahan (Democratic)Maria Elvira Salazar (Republican)Don Bacon (Republican)Adam Smith (Democratic)George Whitesides (Democratic)Judy Chu (Democratic)

Science, Space, and Technology Committee, Education and Workforce Committee

Science, Technology, Communications

  • Introduced
  • In Committee
  • On Floor
  • Passed Chamber
  • Enacted