Ted Lieu (D-CA)
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.
A Democratic resolution with 2 Republican cosponsors · See all 3 cosponsors
Last activity — 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.
In committee
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Its path through Congress
- Introduced
- In Committee
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What this bill would do
This resolution supports designating the first Friday of May as "National Space Day." It aims to recognize the significant positive impact the aerospace community has on the United States. The text highlights the contributions of NASA, the Armed Forces, and various industry and academic partners. It notes historical achievements like the Apollo program and the Artemis Moon exploration program. Additionally, the resolution emphasizes how space-related technologies and STEM engagement benefit the nation.
Yes· 3 of 8
- Scored +3
Would students be better off under this?
The bill emphasizes the importance of STEM engagement and educational initiatives to inspire students.
- Scored +3
Is this likely to create jobs?
The resolution highlights the growth of the commercial space sector and the building of a future workforce through STEM engagement.
- Scored +2
Would children be better off under this?
The bill promotes educational initiatives and STEM engagement to inspire young minds.
The opposite
No question was scored the opposite.
Who it would affect, and how
Potential Positive Impacts for People
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Technological Benefits: The text notes that the ingenuity of space-related professionals has led to technologies that benefit humankind, specifically mentioning the life-changing impact of the global positioning system.
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Workforce Development: Through NASA's mission and initiatives by commercial space companies and museums, there is a focus on STEM engagement to build the workforce of the future.
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Scientific Discovery: The resolution highlights how programs like the James Webb Space Telescope and Mars rover vehicles expand scientific ability and unlock insights into cosmic origins.
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National Security: The resolution recognizes the important partnerships between the aerospace industry and the Armed Forces in protecting and defending the United States of America.
Potential Negative Impacts for People
- No negative impacts are explicitly mentioned in the provided text.
Groups and Interests Ranking
Every group the model scored this bill for, from -10 to +10. Tap or hover a score for the reason it gave.
- Demographic And Interest Groups
- Would students be better off under this? — The bill emphasizes the importance of STEM engagement and educational initiatives to inspire students. Would business owners be better off under this? — The resolution highlights the growth and importance of the commercial space sector and entrepreneurs. Would children be better off under this? — The bill promotes educational initiatives and STEM engagement to inspire young minds. Would people in their twenties and thirties be better off under this? — The focus on building the workforce of the future through STEM engagement benefits young adults entering the workforce.
- Economy And Finance
- Is this likely to create jobs? — The resolution highlights the growth of the commercial space sector and the building of a future workforce through STEM engagement.
- Education And Technology
- Does this put more money into scientific research? — The bill recognizes the historical and ongoing contributions of NASA and other entities to space exploration and research. Does this make it easier to use public money at a school other than the local one? — The resolution emphasizes the importance of educational initiatives and STEM engagement.
- National Security And Foreign Policy
- Does this increase the pay, pensions or support veterans receive? — The bill recognizes the importance of partnerships between the aerospace industry and the Armed Forces.
- 5/19/2026
- 1 Cosponsor added.
- 4/30/2026
- Submitted in House
- 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.
- 2 Cosponsors added.
One bill Congress.gov lists as related to this one — companions in the other chamber, earlier versions, and bills this one absorbed or was folded into.
Ken CalvertRepublican · California
Jeff CrankRepublican · Colorado
George WhitesidesDemocrat · California