A resolution commemorating the 40th anniversary of the inaugural flight of Space Shuttle Atlantis and recognizing Kennedy Space Center for its economic, educational, and cultural contributions to the State of Florida and the United States.

Senate Resolution

S.Res. 456

119th Congress

A resolution commemorating the 40th anniversary of the inaugural flight of Space Shuttle Atlantis and recognizing Kennedy Space Center for its economic, educational, and cultural contributions to the State of Florida and the United States.

Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimou

Introduced:Oct 16, 2025

Primary Sponsor

Rick Scott

R - FL

Cosponsors

1

Quick Stats

Policy Area

Science, Technology, Communications

Summary

Commemorates the 40th anniversary of Space Shuttle Atlantis's inaugural flight on October 3, 1985 and recognizes Kennedy Space Center's contributions to Florida and the nation. Notes Atlantis completed 33 missions and is now displayed at the KSC Visitor Complex.

Latest Action

Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S7159; text: CR S7159)

AI Summary

Plain-English explanation of this bill

Commemorates the 40th anniversary of Space Shuttle Atlantis's inaugural flight on October 3, 1985 and recognizes Kennedy Space Center's contributions to Florida and the nation. Notes Atlantis completed 33 missions and is now displayed at the KSC Visitor Complex.

Last updated: 12/29/2025

Key Points

Main provisions of the bill

Commemorates 40th anniversary of Atlantis inaugural flight (October 3, 1985)
Recognizes Kennedy Space Center as exclusive launch site for all 135 shuttle missions
Notes Space Shuttle Program employed tens of thousands on Florida Space Coast
Highlights $100M Atlantis exhibit draws 1.5 million annual visitors
Credits shuttle program for enabling International Space Station construction

How This Impacts Americans

Potential effects on citizens and communities

Florida's aerospace industry and Space Coast communities receive national recognition. Resolution celebrates shuttle program legacy without creating policy changes. Supports tourism at Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex.

Policy Areas

Primary Policy Area

Science, Technology, Communications

Related Subjects

Congressional tributes

Florida

Space flight and exploration

Spacecraft and satellites

Scope & Jurisdiction

Jurisdiction Level

federal

Congressional Session

119th Congress

Citation Reference

456, 119th Congress (2025). "A resolution commemorating the 40th anniversary of the inaugural flight of Space Shuttle Atlantis and recognizing Kennedy Space Center for its economic, educational, and cultural contributions to the State of Florida and the United States.". Source: Voter's Right Platform. https://votersright.org/bills/119-sres-456