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S.Res. 721 · 117th Congress

A resolution celebrating the 50th anniversary of the inaugural launch of the Landsat series of Earth…

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A resolution celebrating the 50th anniversary of the inaugural launch of the Landsat series of Earth Observation satellites, a joint mission of the United States Geological Survey and the National Aeronautics and Space Administration.

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3 cosponsors · 1 D, 2 R

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  1. Senate Introduced Jul 26, 2022
  2. Senate Passed Jul 26, 2022

This resolution celebrates the 50th anniversary of the inaugural launch of the Landsat series of Earth Observation satellites (commonly known as the Landsat program).

What it does: CRS summary · Passed Senate · Jul 26, 2022

This resolution celebrates the 50th anniversary of the inaugural launch of the Landsat series of Earth Observation satellites (commonly known as the Landsat program).

The resolution recognizes the scientific, engineering, and analytical expertise of the U.S. Geological Survey, the National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA), and the advisory Landsat Science Team.

The resolution also recognizes the important contributions that data produced by the Landsat program provides to decision-makers worldwide.

Finally, the resolution designates July 23, 2022, as Landsat 50th Anniversary Day, or Landsaturday.

Written by the nonpartisan Congressional Research Service. All summary versions on Congress.gov

About this bill and sources

Official title: A resolution celebrating the 50th anniversary of the inaugural launch of the Landsat series of Earth Observation satellites, a joint mission of the United States Geological Survey and the National Aeronautics and Space Administration.

Latest action (Jul 26, 2022): Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S3688; text: CR S3698)

Policy area: Science, Technology, Communications · Origin: Senate · Introduced: Jul 26, 2022

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  1. Senate Introduced Jul 26, 2022
  2. Senate Passed Jul 26, 2022

No recorded floor vote found.