HR94 Alabama 2015 Session

Summary

Primary Sponsor

Mac McCutcheon

Republican

Session

Regular Session 2015

Title

NASA's Marshall Space Flight Center and Scheuermann, Patrick, commended

Summary

A House resolution formally commends NASA's Marshall Space Flight Center and its director Patrick Scheuermann for their contributions to Alabama and space exploration.

What This Bill Does

The bill publicly recognizes the center's scientific and technological work, including rocket propulsion developments and the Space Launch System, as well as its support for STEM education. It notes the center's economic impact in Alabama—jobs and tax revenue—and its role in attracting private sector investment. It also directs that a copy of the resolution be sent to Patrick Scheuermann in recognition of the center's staff and leadership.

Who It Affects

• Alabama residents and the state/local economy, through the center's about 16,000 jobs, tax revenues, and attraction of private sector companies.
• NASA Marshall Space Flight Center staff and leadership (including Patrick Scheuermann) who receive formal recognition; the broader public benefits from STEM education and space research.

Key Provisions

• Noting with commendation the contributions of NASA's Marshall Space Flight Center and Patrick Scheuermann.
• Recognizes the center's role in rocket propulsion tech, the Space Launch System, and ongoing space missions relevant to Alabama and the United States.
• Highlights the center's economic impact, including about 16,000 jobs and more than $62 million in state/local tax revenue, plus its role as an economic development asset.
• Directs that a copy of the resolution be forwarded to Patrick Scheuermann in recognition of the center's scientists, engineers, technicians, management, and support personnel.

AI-generated summary using openai/gpt-5-nano on Feb 24, 2026. May contain errors — refer to the official bill text for accuracy.

Subjects

Resolutions, Congratulatory