Andrea Salinas (D-OR)
Supporting the designation of July 20, 2025, as "National Moon Landing Day".
A Democratic resolution with 1 Republican cosponsor · See the cosponsor
Last activity — Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform.
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 July 20, 2025, as "National Moon Landing Day." It commemorates the Apollo 11 mission where Neil Armstrong and Buzz Aldrin landed on the Moon in 1969. The text highlights how space exploration has inspired STEM careers and provided technological and societal benefits. It also mentions the ongoing Artemis campaign and the Moon to Mars Program. Finally, the resolution encourages citizens to celebrate astronauts, workers, and the United States' leadership in space.
Yes· 3 of 10
- Scored +5
Does this put more into space exploration?
The resolution explicitly supports the Artemis campaign and the return of humans to the Moon.
- Scored +3
Is this likely to create jobs?
The resolution highlights how NASA programs spur a large commercial space economy and support hundreds of thousands of jobs.
- Scored +3
Is this likely to grow the economy?
Space exploration is noted as a driver for the commercial space economy and future economic opportunities.
The opposite
No question was scored the opposite.
Who it would affect, and how
Potential Positive Impacts for People
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Advancement of Science and Health: The text notes that research on the International Space Station provides a microgravity environment to better understand disease and improve human health. (Whereas, the first crewed lunar landing marked a turning point in human history; Whereas, science aboard the International Space Station continues to provide societal benefits...)
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Economic Growth and Job Support: NASA's space exploration programs have helped drive a $211.6 billion commercial space economy that supports 360,000 private sector jobs. (Whereas, NASA's space exploration programs have helped spur a $211.6 billion commercial space economy in the United States supporting 360,000 private sector jobs)
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Inspiration for Future Generations: The Apollo missions inspired children to pursue careers in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) fields. (Whereas, the first crewed lunar landing inspired a generation of children in the United States to pursue careers in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (“STEM”) fields)
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Technological Advancements: Space activities and the Apollo missions have yielded technological advancements that benefit all of society. (Whereas, The Apollo missions and subsequent space activities... have yielded technological advancements benefitting all of society)
Potential Negative Impacts for People
- No negative impacts or burdens are mentioned in the 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 business owners be better off under this? — The resolution highlights the growth of the commercial space economy. Would children be better off under this? — The resolution emphasizes the importance of space exploration in inspiring children toward STEM careers. Would students be better off under this? — The resolution focuses on inspiring young people toward STEM careers. Would women be better off under this? — The resolution notes the goal of including the first woman in future lunar missions.
- Education And Technology
- Does this put more into space exploration? — The resolution explicitly supports the Artemis campaign and the return of humans to the Moon. Does this put more money into scientific research? — The resolution advocates for the continued value of space-based scientific research and inquiry.
- Economy And Finance
- Is this likely to grow the economy? — Space exploration is noted as a driver for the commercial space economy and future economic opportunities. Is this likely to create jobs? — The resolution highlights how NASA programs spur a large commercial space economy and support hundreds of thousands of jobs.
- Social Issues And Justice
- Does this narrow the gap between how men and women are treated? — The text highlights the intent to include women in upcoming lunar missions. Does this narrow racial gaps in how people are treated? — The resolution mentions the Artemis missions' goal to include the first woman and person of color on the moon.
- 7/17/2025
- Submitted in House
- Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform.
- 1 Cosponsor added.
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Keith SelfRepublican · Texas