IV 
119TH CONGRESS 
1ST SESSION 
H. RES. 785 
Expressing support for designation of the week of October 4, 2025, through 
October 10, 2025, as ‘‘World Space Week’’. 
IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES 
OCTOBER 3, 2025 
Mrs. DINGELL (for herself, Mr. SMITH of Washington, Mr. WHITESIDES, Mr. 
BACON, and Ms. HOULAHAN) submitted the following resolution; which 
was referred to the Committee on Science, Space, and Technology, and 
in addition to the Committee on Education and Workforce, for a period 
to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consider-
ation of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee 
concerned 
RESOLUTION 
Expressing support for designation of the week of October 
4, 2025, through October 10, 2025, as ‘‘World Space Week’’. 
Whereas this year marks the 26th annual international World 
Space Week, which was declared by the General Assem-
bly of the United Nations by resolution 54/68 on Decem-
ber 6, 1999, to celebrate each year at the international 
level the contributions of space science and technology to 
the betterment of the human condition; 
Whereas the theme for World Space Week 2025, ‘‘Living in 
Space’’, will highlight groundbreaking advancements for 
sustainable living in space, from life support systems and 
space habitats to research on human adaptability and re-
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source utilization in extraterrestrial environments, and 
consist of a myriad of space-related events held by space 
agencies, aerospace companies, schools, planetaria, muse-
ums, and astronomy clubs in a common timeframe to 
achieve greater student and public impact through syn-
chronization; 
Whereas the study of Earth and space sciences leads to an 
improved understanding of the Earth’s and the universe’s 
natural systems and the connections between humanity 
and these systems; 
Whereas the Earth and space sciences contribute to the un-
derstanding of Earth as a planet in the solar system and 
in the universe; 
Whereas space research, exploration, and technology leads to 
the development of innovative new technologies and in-
dustries that fuel the United States economy and improve 
quality of life, including in health and medicine, transpor-
tation, public safety, consumer goods, information tech-
nology, mining, and energy; 
Whereas Earth and space sciences leverage capabilities such 
as geologic mapping and remote sensing technologies 
which provide the foundational knowledge of Earth’s nat-
ural systems that is integral to the discovery, develop-
ment, and conservation of natural resources, such as en-
ergy, water, and minerals; 
Whereas Earth and space science researchers and educators 
drive creativity and passion for the science, technology, 
engineering, and mathematics fields among students of 
all ages through diverse and innovative education and 
public outreach efforts; 
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Whereas space scientists and researchers in the Nation’s labs, 
universities, research institutions, and Federal agencies, 
including the U.S. Geological Survey, the National Aero-
nautics and Space Administration, the National Oceanic 
and Atmospheric Administration, the National Park 
Service, the National Science Foundation, and the De-
partment of Energy, continually push the frontiers of 
human knowledge of the universe, help develop and incu-
bate the concepts and programs that keep United States 
companies and industries at the innovative forefront of 
the world’s economy, and inspire future generations of re-
searchers, scientists, and informed citizens; 
Whereas the space sciences and technology make vital con-
tributions to the understanding of the universe, its his-
tory, and the potential for life on other planets; and 
Whereas Earth science using space-based observations for re-
search and application makes vital contributions to the 
understanding of, and respect for, nature and the Earth: 
Now, therefore, be it 
Resolved, That the House of Representatives— 
(1) supports the designation of ‘‘World Space 
Week’’; 
(2) expresses strong support for the goals and 
ideals of World Space Week and its aims to increase 
understanding of, and interest in, space sciences and 
technology at the local, State, national, and inter-
national levels; 
(3) recognizes the importance of international 
cooperation in space missions and outreach and edu-
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cation in furthering knowledge and discovery of new 
worlds and development of sustainable living solu-
tions for space; 
(4) recognizes the importance of education and 
public outreach efforts to ensure that the United 
States public gains a better understanding and ap-
preciation for the impact of the space science and 
technology on their daily lives; 
(5) encourages K–12 students to participate in 
local, State, and national events in connection with 
World Space Week and to get involved in the cele-
bration by exploring academic applications of and 
opportunities in space science and technology; and 
(6) encourages the people of the United States 
to observe World Space Week with appropriate ac-
tivities to gain a better understanding and apprecia-
tion for the space sciences and technology and their 
contributions to society. 
Æ 
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