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.
Latest action · May 4, 2010 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
Progress
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- IntroducedMar 25, 2010
- Agreed to in HouseMay 4, 2010
Summary
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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.
Cosponsors 13
Members who signed on, in the order they did. Signatures ran from Apr 29, 2010 to May 4, 2010.
| Seat | Cosponsor | Signed on | |
|---|---|---|---|
| D-CA | Adam B. Schiff | Apr 29, 2010 | |
| D-WA | Brian Baird | Apr 29, 2010 | |
| D-OR | David Wu | Apr 29, 2010 | |
| R-NJ | Frank A. LoBiondo | Apr 29, 2010 | |
| D-VA | James P. Moran | Apr 29, 2010 | |
| D-NY | Joseph Crowley | Apr 29, 2010 | |
| D-CA | Lois Capps | Apr 29, 2010 | |
| D-NY | Louise McIntosh Slaughter | Apr 29, 2010 | |
| D-MA | Michael E. Capuano | Apr 29, 2010 | |
| D-MO | Russ Carnahan | Apr 29, 2010 | |
| D-AZ | Gabrielle Giffords | May 4, 2010 | |
| D-CA | John Garamendi | May 4, 2010 | |
| R-NJ | Rodney P. Frelinghuysen | May 4, 2010 |
Actions 8
Everything that happened, newest first.
- May 4, 2010Considered under suspension of the rules. (consideration: CR H3091-3092)
- May 4, 2010DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H. Res. 1231.
- May 4, 2010Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
- May 4, 2010Ms. Fudge moved to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution.
- May 4, 2010On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution Agreed to by voice vote. (text: CR H3091)
Subjects
Assigned by the Library of Congress. Policy area: Science, Technology, Communications.
Text 2
Each version as it was printed, newest first.
- May 4, 2010Engrossed in House
- Mar 25, 2010Introduced in House
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