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119th Congress
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SENATES. 5123· 119th Congress

U.S. Designates July 20 as Lunar Landing Day

Lunar Landing Day Act

Sponsor
Tim Sheehy (R-MT)
Introduced
Jul 23, 2026
Last Action
Jul 30, 2026
Passage
85%
Introduced
Jul 23, 2026
Committee
Floor Vote
Jul 30, 2026
4
Both Chambers
5
Enacted
01 — The Text

What.

  • Establishes a federal observance day commemorating the Apollo 11 moon landing on July 20, 1969.
  • Senate passed unanimously with no amendments required.
  • Detailed policy specifics not yet published by Congressional Research Service.
02 — The Stakes

So what?

  • Americans get official recognition of a historic space achievement; affects public awareness and education.
  • Science and tech sectors gain symbolic support for lunar exploration and STEM engagement.
  • No fiscal impact identified; purely ceremonial designation with minimal government costs.
03 — The Path

Now what?

  • Senate approved it July 23, 2026. Bill now awaits House vote—unanimous Senate passage signals strong bipartisan backing.
  • Passage likely in House given Senate's unanimous consent; then sent to president for signature.
  • Contact your House rep if you want to track or voice support for the bill.
Legislative History

Actions.

  • Jul 30, 2026Message on Senate action sent to the House.
  • Jul 23, 2026Introduced in the Senate, read twice, considered, read the third time, and passed without amendment by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S4273-4274; text: CR S4273-4274)
  • Jul 23, 2026Passed/agreed to in Senate: Introduced in the Senate, read twice, considered, read the third time, and passed without amendment by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S4273-4274; text: CR S4273-4274)
  • Jul 23, 2026Introduced in Senate