Texas House Bill HR701

Texas 2009 - 81st Regular

• Introduced: 3/4/09
• Refer: 3/9/09

Caption

Urging Congress to fully fund the National Aeronautics and Space Administration budget request in support of the U.S. Space Exploration Policy, as submitted to Congress for Fiscal Year 2010.

Impact

The resolution further emphasizes the importance of NASA for the state of Texas, especially through the Johnson Space Center located in Houston. Texas thrives due to the employment of thousands of civil servants and contractors at NASA, along with substantial annual contracts that strengthen the state’s economy. HR701 indicates that NASA’s presence and projects are pivotal not only in advancing technology but also in fostering educational programs aimed at developing future scientists and astronauts in Texas.

Summary

House Resolution 701 (HR701) urges the United States Congress to fully fund the National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) budget request for the Fiscal Year 2010 in support of the U.S. Space Exploration Policy. This resolution outlines the significant achievements of NASA over the last fifty years, highlighting its profound impact on technology and human life, particularly in fields such as healthcare. It acknowledges innovations like MRI technology and programmable heart pacemakers as examples of NASA's contributions to medical advancements.

Contention

While the bill generally has support given its focus on funding critical space programs, it may face challenges in the broader context of budget allocations and federal funding priorities. Critics may argue about the need to balance spending across various sectors, including education and infrastructure, highlighting a potential contention around prioritization of space exploration funding compared to other pressing national needs.