Reps. Andrea Salinas and Keith Self Reintroduce Resolution to Establish “National Moon Landing Day”
WASHINGTON, D.C. — Today, U.S. Representatives Andrea Salinas (OR-06) and Keith Self (TX-03) reintroduced a bipartisan resolution establishing July 20 as “National Moon Landing Day” to mark the anniversary of the first-ever crewed lunar landing in 1969.
"I am proud to introduce this resolution to establish National Moon Landing Day, honoring the skilled technical workers, engineers, scientists, and astronauts who made one of our nation's greatest achievements possible," said Rep. Salinas. "The Apollo 11 Moon landing demonstrated how much we can achieve when we come together as Americans, and this anniversary deserves special recognition. However, National Moon Landing Day isn’t just about looking back — it’s about recognizing the hard work of Americans across this country who contribute daily to our next moonshot. This is an opportunity to inspire the next generation to dream big and ensure the United States continues to lead the world in science and innovation for decades to come.”
“Fifty-seven years ago, America did what the world thought was impossible and sent mankind to the Moon, proving that America doesn’t follow—we lead,” Congressman Self said. “Since Neil Armstrong took that ‘one small step for man, one giant leap for mankind,’ the United States remains the only nation to have successfully landed humans on the Moon. That achievement continues to stand alone as a testament to the American spirit of innovation and leadership. Our dedication to space exploration reflects who we are as Americans: pioneers, problem-solvers, and patriots. The Artemis II mission carried Apollo’s legacy forward, inspiring a new generation to look to the heavens as American ingenuity once again reached new heights. As a member of the House Science, Space, and Technology Committee, I am proud to introduce this resolution with Congresswoman Salinas, honoring the bravery of our astronauts, the ingenuity of our engineers, and the enduring spirit of American exploration.”
In addition to honoring the 57th anniversary of the Apollo 11 moon landing, the resolution honors all those who paved the way for human spaceflight and continue to make it possible today. The resolution goes on to highlight the importance of the National Aeronautics and Space Administration’s (NASA) Artemis program.
The National Moon Landing Day resolution is cosponsored by Reps. Addison McDowell (NC-06), August Pfluger (TX-11), Chuck Fleischmann (TN-03), George Whitesides (CA-27), Jim Baird (IN-04), Laura Gillen (NY-04), Marc Veasey (TX-33), Matt Van Epps (TN-07), Maxwell Frost (FL-10), Michael McCaul (TX-10), Mike Haridopolos (Fl-08), Randy Weber (TX-14), and Zoe Lofgren (CA-18).
To read the full text of this resolution, click here.