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A resolution expressing support for the James Lick Observatory celebrating their 150th anniversary on June 7, 2026, and recognizing its contributions to science and astronomy.

House

Referred to the House Committee on Science, Space, and Technology.

Latest action: Mon Jun 08 2026 00:00:00 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time)
Bill

A resolution designating June 30, 2025 as "Asteroid Day".

Senate

Designates June 30, 2025, as "Asteroid Day" to formally recognize that observance

Latest action: Wed Jun 25 2025 00:00:00 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time)
Bill

A resolution designating June 30, 2026, as "Asteroid Day".

Senate

Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S3194; text: CR S3217-3218)

Latest action: Wed Jun 24 2026 00:00:00 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time)
Bill

To make revisions in title 51, United States Code, as necessary to keep the title current, and to make technical amendments to improve the United States Code.

House

Amends title 51 of the United States Code to keep space law current and make technical code improvements

Latest action: Wed Sep 10 2025 00:00:00 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time)
Bill

NASA Transition Authorization Act of 2025

Senate

Reauthorizes NASA programs through FY2025 while revising and creating space exploration, low-Earth orbit, and aerospace research initiatives

Latest action: Wed Mar 04 2026 00:00:00 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time)
Bill

National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2026

Senate

Sets FY2026 defense and national security policies and authorities for Defense Department programs, military construction, nuclear security, and related State Department, Coast Guard, and intelligence activities

Latest action: Thu Dec 18 2025 00:00:00 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time)
Bill

Support for Astrophysical Observatories and National High-Energy Astrophysics Hubs Act of 2026

Senate

Establishes federal support for astrophysical observatories and national high-energy astrophysics hubs to strengthen astronomy research infrastructure

Latest action: Tue Mar 10 2026 00:00:00 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time)
Bill

Dark and Quiet Skies Act of 2025

Senate

Establishes protections against excessive satellite brightness and radio interference to preserve dark and quiet skies for astronomy and observation

Latest action: Thu Nov 20 2025 00:00:00 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time)