[Congressional Bills 115th Congress]
[From the U.S. Government Publishing Office]
[H. Res. 566 Introduced in House (IH)]
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115th CONGRESS
1st Session
H. RES. 566
Expressing support for designation of the week of October 4, 2017,
through October 10, 2017, as World Space Week and for the designation
of the week of October 8, 2017, through October 14, 2017, as Earth
Science Week.
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IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
October 10, 2017
Mr. Polis (for himself, Mr. Lipinski, and Mrs. Comstock) submitted the
following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Science,
Space, and Technology, and in addition to the Committee on Education
and the Workforce, for a period to be subsequently determined by the
Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall
within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned
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RESOLUTION
Expressing support for designation of the week of October 4, 2017,
through October 10, 2017, as World Space Week and for the designation
of the week of October 8, 2017, through October 14, 2017, as Earth
Science Week.
Whereas this year marks the 18th annual international World Space Week,
designated by the United Nations to celebrate the contributions of space
science and technology, and their contribution to the betterment of
mankind;
Whereas this year marks the 20th annual international Earth Science Week,
designated by the American Geosciences Institute to help the public gain
a better understanding and appreciation for the Earth sciences and to
encourage stewardship of the Earth;
Whereas the theme for World Space Week 2017, ``Exploring New Worlds in Space'',
focuses on astrobiology missions, feats of engineering, and efforts of
NewSpace actors and other entities with a vision for exploration and
utilization of extraterrestrial resources as inspirations to the world;
Whereas the theme for Earth Science Week 2017, ``Earth and Human Activity'',
promotes public understanding and stewardship of the planet, especially
in terms of the ways people affect and are affected by Earth's systems;
Whereas the study of Earth sciences leads to an improved understanding of the
Earth's natural systems and the interplay between human society and
these systems;
Whereas the Earth sciences provide the basis for mitigating natural hazards such
as droughts, earthquakes, fires, floods, coastal erosion, hurricanes,
and landslides;
Whereas the Earth and space sciences contribute to our understanding of Earth as
a planet in our solar system and the universe;
Whereas Earth and space science research and technology leads to the development
of innovative new technologies and industries that fuel the American
economy and improve our quality of life;
Whereas Earth and space science researchers and educators drive creativity and
passion for the science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM)
fields among students of all ages through diverse and innovative
education and public outreach efforts;
Whereas Earth and space scientists and researchers in our Nation's labs,
universities, research institutions, and Federal agencies, including the
U.S. Geological Survey (USGS), the National Aeronautics and Space
Administration (NASA), the National Oceanic and Atmospheric
Administration (NOAA), the National Park Service, the National Science
Foundation, and the Department of Energy, continually push the frontiers
of human knowledge of the universe, help develop and incubate the
concepts and programs that keep United States companies and industries
at the innovative forefront of the world's economy, and inspire future
generations of researchers, scientists, and informed citizens;
Whereas the space sciences and technology make vital contributions to our
understanding of the universe and provide benefits to our home planet;
and
Whereas the Earth sciences make vital contributions to our understanding of, and
respect for, nature and our home planet: Now, therefore, be it
Resolved, That the House of Representatives--
(1) supports the designation of World Space Week and the
designation of Earth Science Week;
(2) expresses strong support for the goals and ideals of
World Space Week and its aims to increase understanding of, and
interest in, space sciences and technology at the local, State,
national, and international levels;
(3) expresses strong support for the goals and ideals of
Earth Science Week and its aims to increase understanding of,
and interest in, Earth science at the local, State, national,
and international levels;
(4) recognizes the importance of international cooperation
in space missions and outreach and education in furthering our
knowledge and discovery of new worlds;
(5) recognizes the importance of education and public
outreach efforts to ensure that the United States public gains
a better understanding and appreciation for the impact of the
Earth sciences on their daily lives;
(6) encourages K-12 students to participate in local,
State, and national events in connection with World Space Week
and to get involved in the celebration by exploring academic
applications of and opportunities in space science and
technology;
(7) encourages K-12 students to participate in local,
State, and national events in connection with Earth Science
Week and to get involved in the celebration by exploring
artistic and academic applications of Earth science;
(8) encourages the people of the United States to observe
World Space Week with appropriate activities to gain a better
understanding and appreciation for the space sciences and
technology and their contributions to society; and
(9) encourages the people of the United States to observe
Earth Science Week with appropriate activities to gain a better
understanding and appreciation for the Earth sciences and to
encourage stewardship of the Earth.
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