H.Res. 560

[Congressional Bills 119th Congress]
[From the U.S. Government Publishing Office]
[H. Res. 560 Introduced in House (IH)]

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119th CONGRESS
1st Session
H. RES. 560

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.

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IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES

June 27, 2025

Mr. Strong (for himself, Mr. Moore of Alabama, Mr. Figures, Mr. Rogers 
of Alabama, Mr. Aderholt, Mr. Palmer, and Ms. Sewell) submitted the 
following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Science, 
Space, and Technology

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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.

Whereas the Marshall Space Flight Center (MSFC), located in Huntsville, Alabama, 
was officially established on July 1, 1960, as one of the National 
Aeronautics and Space Administration's (NASA) premier centers for 
spaceflight research and development;
Whereas MSFC played a pivotal role in the historic Apollo program, designing and 
developing the Saturn V rocket that carried astronauts to the Moon and 
marked a defining achievement in American scientific and engineering 
excellence;
Whereas MSFC has consistently led innovation and mission support for critical 
NASA programs, including Skylab, America's first space station, the 
Hubble Space Telescope, Chandra X-ray Observatory, and numerous other 
scientific payloads that have revolutionized understanding of the 
universe;
Whereas MSFC has provided engineering leadership, payload integration, and 
science operations in support of the International Space Station (ISS), 
helping maintain a continuous human presence in space since the year 
2000;
Whereas MSFC continues to serve as the lead center for the development and 
integration of the Space Launch System (SLS), NASA's most powerful 
launch vehicle since Saturn V, and a cornerstone of the Artemis program;
Whereas the SLS represents the Nation's commitment to returning humans to the 
Moon, preparing for future crewed missions to Mars, and expanding deep 
space exploration for generations to come;
Whereas MSFC's leadership in the SLS program exemplifies the Center's unmatched 
technical expertise in large-scale propulsion systems, systems 
integration, and complex spaceflight engineering;
Whereas the Center continues to serve as an anchor for the aerospace industry 
and STEM education in the Tennessee Valley region and beyond, providing 
high-tech jobs, economic opportunity, and outreach to schools and 
universities; and
Whereas the Marshall Space Flight Center is home to a dedicated workforce 
committed to excellence, safety, integrity, and teamwork: Now, 
therefore, be it
Resolved, That the House of Representatives--
(1) commemorates the 65th anniversary of the establishment 
of the Marshall Space Flight Center (MSFC);
(2) recognizes the historical legacy and critical 
contributions of MSFC to the United States leadership in space 
exploration over the past six and a half decades;
(3) commends the Marshall Space Flight Center's continued 
excellence and leadership in the development and integration of 
the Space Launch System (SLS) as the leading technology for 
deep space exploration;
(4) reaffirms the House of Representatives strong support 
for the ongoing mission of the Marshall Space Flight Center and 
the broader goals of NASA's Artemis program and beyond; and
(5) honors the commitment, skill, and innovation of the 
engineers, scientists, technicians, and support staff who have 
contributed to MSFC's mission in advancing American 
spaceflight.
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