Celebrating the 50th anniversary of the United States Television Infrared Observation Satellite, the world's first meteorological satellite, launched by the National Aeronautics and Space Administration on April 1, 1960, and fulfilling the promise of President Eisenhower to all nations of the world to promote the peaceful use of space for the benefit of all mankind.

Bill: 111-hres-1231
Sponsor: Rep. Holt, Rush [D-NJ-12]
Introduced: 2010-03-25 in the House
Policy area: Science, Technology, Communications
Subjects: Advanced technology and technological innovations
Congressional tributes
Elementary and secondary education
Higher education
Science and engineering education
Space flight and exploration
Spacecraft and satellites

Summary:
action_date: 2010-03-25
text: 
Celebrates the achievement of the National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) and the Television Infrared Observation Satellite (TIROS I) team who worked together to enable the successful operation of the TIROS I to establish applications of space systems and technology for the benefit of people worldwide. 
 
Supports science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) education programs which are critical for preparing the next generation of scientists and engineers to lead future U.S. space endeavors.
 
Recognizes the role of the U.S. space program in strengthening the scientific and engineering foundation that contributes to U.S. innovation and economic growth. 
 
Looks forward to the next 50 years of U.S. achievements in the peaceful use of space. 

action_date: 2010-05-04
text: 

(This measure has not been amended since it was introduced. The summary of that version is repeated here.)

 
Celebrates the achievement of the National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) and the Television Infrared Observation Satellite (TIROS I) team who worked together to enable the successful operation of the TIROS I to establish applications of space systems and technology for the benefit of people worldwide. 
 
Supports science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) education programs which are critical for preparing the next generation of scientists and engineers to lead future U.S. space endeavors.
 
Recognizes the role of the U.S. space program in strengthening the scientific and engineering foundation that contributes to U.S. innovation and economic growth. 
 
Looks forward to the next 50 years of U.S. achievements in the peaceful use of space. 


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2010-05-04
text: Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
action_date: 2010-05-04
text: On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution Agreed to by voice vote. (text: CR H3091)
action_date: 2010-05-04
text: Passed/agreed to in House: On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution Agreed to by voice vote.(text: CR H3091)
action_date: 2010-05-04
text: DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H. Res. 1231.
action_date: 2010-05-04
text: Considered under suspension of the rules. (consideration: CR H3091-3092)
action_date: 2010-05-04
text: Ms. Fudge moved to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution.
action_date: 2010-03-25
text: Referred to the House Committee on Science and Technology.
action_date: 2010-03-25
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2010-03-25
text: Introduced in House