This House resolution supports naming the first Friday of May as "National Space Day." It praises the aerospace community, including NASA, the Armed Forces, industry, universities, and research centers, for their roles in space exploration, research, technology, and STEM education. The text lists past programs and achievements—such as Apollo, the Space Shuttle, Mars rovers, the James Webb Space Telescope, GPS, and Artemis II—and says the day would celebrate those contributions and partnerships.
The resolution expresses the House of Representatives' support for a National Space Day and recognizes the value of aerospace work and STEM learning. It highlights efforts to inspire students and build a future workforce. The measure was introduced in the House and referred to committees for consideration.
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Supporters say recognizing National Space Day honors the aerospace community's past and present achievements, promotes STEM engagement, highlights partnerships among government, industry, and the Armed Forces, and encourages continued investment in space exploration and education.
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