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A resolution commemorating the 65th anniversary of the Marshall Space Flight Center and recognizing its continued leadership in the development of the Space Launch System and human space exploration.

USA119th CongressSRES-309| Senate 
| Updated: 7/29/2025
Tommy Tuberville

Tommy Tuberville

Republican Senator

Alabama

Cosponsors (1)
Katie Boyd Britt (Republican)

Commerce, Science, and Transportation Committee

  • Introduced
  • In Committee
  • On Floor
  • Passed Chamber
  • Enacted
The Senate commemorates the 65th anniversary of the Marshall Space Flight Center (MSFC), established in 1960, acknowledging its pivotal role in the United States' leadership in space exploration. MSFC was instrumental in designing the Saturn V rocket for the Apollo program and has consistently supported critical NASA initiatives like Skylab, the Hubble Space Telescope, and the International Space Station, revolutionizing our understanding of the universe. The resolution specifically commends MSFC's continued excellence and leadership as the lead center for the development and integration of the Space Launch System (SLS) . The SLS is a cornerstone of the Artemis program, representing the nation's commitment to returning humans to the Moon and preparing for future crewed missions to Mars and deep space exploration. The Senate reaffirms its strong support for MSFC's ongoing mission and the broader goals of the Artemis program, recognizing its role as an anchor for the aerospace industry and STEM education. It honors the commitment, skill, and innovation of MSFC's dedicated workforce, who have advanced spaceflight for the United States.

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Jun 26, 2025
Introduced in Senate
Jun 26, 2025
Referred to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation. (text: CR S3566)
Jun 26, 2025
Referred to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation.
Jun 27, 2025

Latest Companion Bill Action

HRES 119-560
Submitted in House
Jul 29, 2025
Passed/agreed to in Senate: Resolution agreed to in Senate without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent.
Jul 29, 2025
Resolution agreed to in Senate without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S4856: 1; text: 06/26/2025 CR S3566)
Jul 29, 2025
Senate Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation discharged by Unanimous Consent.
  • June 26, 2025
    Introduced in Senate


  • June 26, 2025
    Referred to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation. (text: CR S3566)


  • June 26, 2025
    Referred to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation.


  • June 27, 2025

    Latest Companion Bill Action

    HRES 119-560
    Submitted in House


  • July 29, 2025
    Passed/agreed to in Senate: Resolution agreed to in Senate without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent.


  • July 29, 2025
    Resolution agreed to in Senate without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S4856: 1; text: 06/26/2025 CR S3566)


  • July 29, 2025
    Senate Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation discharged by Unanimous Consent.

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A resolution commemorating the 65th anniversary of the Marshall Space Flight Center and recognizing its continued leadership in the development of the Space Launch System and human space exploration.

USA119th CongressSRES-309| Senate 
| Updated: 7/29/2025
The Senate commemorates the 65th anniversary of the Marshall Space Flight Center (MSFC), established in 1960, acknowledging its pivotal role in the United States' leadership in space exploration. MSFC was instrumental in designing the Saturn V rocket for the Apollo program and has consistently supported critical NASA initiatives like Skylab, the Hubble Space Telescope, and the International Space Station, revolutionizing our understanding of the universe. The resolution specifically commends MSFC's continued excellence and leadership as the lead center for the development and integration of the Space Launch System (SLS) . The SLS is a cornerstone of the Artemis program, representing the nation's commitment to returning humans to the Moon and preparing for future crewed missions to Mars and deep space exploration. The Senate reaffirms its strong support for MSFC's ongoing mission and the broader goals of the Artemis program, recognizing its role as an anchor for the aerospace industry and STEM education. It honors the commitment, skill, and innovation of MSFC's dedicated workforce, who have advanced spaceflight for the United States.

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Timeline
Jun 26, 2025
Introduced in Senate
Jun 26, 2025
Referred to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation. (text: CR S3566)
Jun 26, 2025
Referred to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation.
Jun 27, 2025

Latest Companion Bill Action

HRES 119-560
Submitted in House
Jul 29, 2025
Passed/agreed to in Senate: Resolution agreed to in Senate without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent.
Jul 29, 2025
Resolution agreed to in Senate without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S4856: 1; text: 06/26/2025 CR S3566)
Jul 29, 2025
Senate Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation discharged by Unanimous Consent.
  • June 26, 2025
    Introduced in Senate


  • June 26, 2025
    Referred to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation. (text: CR S3566)


  • June 26, 2025
    Referred to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation.


  • June 27, 2025

    Latest Companion Bill Action

    HRES 119-560
    Submitted in House


  • July 29, 2025
    Passed/agreed to in Senate: Resolution agreed to in Senate without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent.


  • July 29, 2025
    Resolution agreed to in Senate without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S4856: 1; text: 06/26/2025 CR S3566)


  • July 29, 2025
    Senate Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation discharged by Unanimous Consent.
Tommy Tuberville

Tommy Tuberville

Republican Senator

Alabama

Cosponsors (1)
Katie Boyd Britt (Republican)

Commerce, Science, and Transportation Committee

Science, Technology, Communications

  • Introduced
  • In Committee
  • On Floor
  • Passed Chamber
  • Enacted
AlabamaCongressional tributesGovernment buildings, facilities, and propertyResearch and developmentSpace flight and exploration