HJR140 Alabama 2019 Session

Summary

Primary Sponsor

Rex ReynoldsRepresentative

Republican

Session

Regular Session 2019

Title

Apollo 11 launch, 50th anniversary, recognized

Summary

HJR140 is a formal resolution recognizing the 50th anniversary of the Apollo 11 launch and Alabama’s key role in its success, especially Huntsville’s contributions.

What This Bill Does

The bill acknowledges the July 16, 1969 launch of Apollo 11 and Alabama’s aerospace work led by Dr. Wernher von Braun. It notes Huntsville as a technology hub that helped create thousands of aerospace jobs and supported cultural and educational institutions. It describes community events in Huntsville/Madison County during 2019 to celebrate the anniversary, such as a large rocket-launch attempt, a Lunar Rover debut, and a homecoming for former NASA employees and contractors, and mentions the ongoing program Apollo: When We Went to the Moon. The resolution is adopted to recognize the anniversary and Alabama’s role, without creating new laws or changing existing statutes.

Who It Affects

• Residents of Alabama, especially those in Huntsville and Madison County, who participate in or benefit from anniversary events and recognition of local aerospace history.
• Former NASA employees and contractors who worked on the Apollo program, who may participate in commemorative activities and homecoming events.
• Aerospace companies and workers in the Huntsville area who are highlighted by Huntsville’s role in the Apollo era.
• Educational and cultural institutions (e.g., University of Alabama in Huntsville, Huntsville Symphony) connected to von Braun’s legacy and local history.

Key Provisions

• Recognizes the 50th anniversary of the Apollo 11 launch and Alabama’s role in its success.
• Acknowledges Huntsville as a technology leader and notes the resulting jobs and the establishment of cultural and educational institutions linked to von Braun.
• Plans or references community events in Huntsville/Madison County in 2019 to celebrate the anniversary, including a 5,000-rocket launch attempt, a vintage car show with a Lunar Roving Vehicle debut, and a 'Dancing in the Streets' celebration, plus a homecoming for NASA employees and contractors.
• Mentions the Apollo: When We Went to the Moon program to be presented in Huntsville in 2019 as part of Alabama’s Bicentennial celebrations.

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