[Congressional Bills 111th Congress]
[From the U.S. Government Publishing Office]
[H. Con. Res. 292 Enrolled Bill (ENR)]

        H.Con.Res.292
                                    Agreed to September 13, 2010        

                      One Hundred Eleventh Congress

                                 of the

                        United States of America


                          AT THE SECOND SESSION

          Begun and held at the City of Washington on Tuesday,
             the fifth day of January, two thousand and ten


                          Concurrent Resolution

Whereas the missions to the Moon by the National Aeronautics and Space 
  Administration are recognized around the globe as one of the most 
  outstanding achievements of humankind;

Whereas the United States is a leader in the International Space 
  Station, the first permanent human habitation and scientific 
  laboratory in space;

Whereas the first aircraft flight occurred in the United States, and 
  the United States operates the largest and safest aviation system in 
  the world;

Whereas the United States aerospace industry is a powerful, reliable 
  source of employment, innovation, and export income, directly 
  employing 831,000 people in the United States and supporting more 
  than 2,000,000 jobs in related fields;

Whereas space exploration is a source of inspiration that captures the 
  interest of young people;

Whereas aerospace education is an important component of science, 
  technology, engineering, and mathematics education and helps to 
  develop the science and technology workforce in the United States;

Whereas aerospace innovation has led to the development of advanced 
  meteorological forecasting, which has saved lives around the world;

Whereas aerospace innovation has led to the development of the Global 
  Positioning System, which has strengthened national security and 
  increased economic productivity;

Whereas the aerospace industry assists and protects members of the 
  Armed Forces with military communications, unmanned aerial systems, 
  situational awareness, and satellite-guided ordnances; and

Whereas the third week in September is an appropriate week to observe 
  ``National Aerospace Week'': Now, therefore, be it

    Resolved by the House of Representatives (the Senate concurring), 
That the Congress--
        (1) supports the goals and ideals of ``National Aerospace 
    Week''; and
        (2) recognizes the contributions of the aerospace industry to 
    the history, economy, security, and educational system of the 
    United States.
Attest:

                                 Clerk of the House of Representatives.

Attest:

                                               Secretary of the Senate.