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HRES 1532118th CongressFailed / ExpiredHouse

Expressing support for designation of the week of October 4, 2024, through October 10, 2024, as "World Space Week".

Policy Area: Science, Technology, Communications
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Origin Chamber
House
Last Updated
Jul 21, 2025
Latest Action Date
Oct 4, 2024

Latest Action

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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Executive Summary

House Resolution 1532 from the 118th Congress expresses support for designating the week of October 4 through October 10, 2024, as "World Space Week." The resolution was referred to the Committee on Science, Space, and Technology and the Committee on Education and the Workforce for consideration. The bill did not advance beyond committee and is listed as failed or expired. There is no official summary or full text available for detailed provisions.

Bottom Line

H.Res. 1532 aimed to officially recognize World Space Week in October 2024 but did not pass out of committee and expired without further action.

Policy Risk Level
🟢 Low
Neutral Risk Assessment
Key Points
  • The resolution supports the designation of October 4-10, 2024, as World Space Week.
  • Referred to two House committees related to science, space, and education for review.
  • The bill did not advance and is recorded as failed or expired.
Who Benefits?

['Space science and technology communities', 'Educational institutions focusing on science and technology', 'Organizations promoting space awareness and outreach']

Potential Concerns

['No funding or enforcement mechanisms are specified, limiting direct impact.', 'Lack of detailed provisions or implementation guidance may reduce effectiveness.', 'Failure to advance may reflect competing legislative priorities or limited committee interest.']

Political Context

The resolution was introduced in the House during the 118th Congress and referred to committees with jurisdiction over science and education. It aligns with ongoing efforts to promote space science awareness but did not progress to a floor vote or enactment.

Hidden Impact Review

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Funding Implications
Regulatory or Enforcement Authority
Indirect Effects

['May increase public and educational awareness of space science during the designated week.', 'Could encourage related events or programming by educational and scientific organizations.', 'Supports ongoing cultural recognition of space exploration and technology.']

GovScope Watchdog Notes

The resolution lacks detailed legislative text and does not appropriate funds or create enforceable mandates, limiting oversight complexity. Its failure to advance beyond committee suggests limited legislative momentum. Transparency is constrained by the absence of a full bill text and official summary.

Passage Likelihood: LowConfidence: 85%Model: gpt-4.1-mini

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