HR63 Alabama 2019 Session

Summary

Primary Sponsor

Mac McCutcheon

Republican

Session

Regular Session 2019

Title

Singer, Jody, and NASA's Marshall Space Flight Center, commended

Summary

The Alabama House of Representatives commends NASA's Marshall Space Flight Center and its Center Director Jody Singer for their significant contributions to Alabama.

What This Bill Does

This resolution publicly recognizes MSFC and Jody Singer for their historic and ongoing contributions in science, technology, and the local economy. It highlights MSFC's role in rocket propulsion, space exploration, and education, and notes the center's economic impact—$4.5 billion in economic activity, more than 28,000 jobs, over $1 billion in tax revenues, and $1.8 billion in procurement. A copy of the resolution will be sent to Center Director Jody Singer to acknowledge the staff and supporters at Marshall Space Flight Center.

Who It Affects

• NASA's Marshall Space Flight Center and Center Director Jody Singer, who are publicly recognized and honored
• Alabama residents and taxpayers, who benefit from the center's economic impact, tax revenues, and regional development
• Alabama students, scientists, and private-sector companies that may be inspired and influenced by MSFC's work and partnerships

Key Provisions

• Commends NASA's Marshall Space Flight Center and Center Director Jody Singer for exceptional contributions to Alabama
• Notes MSFC's historical and ongoing work in science, rocket propulsion, and advanced space systems, and its impact on space exploration and national goals
• Cites specific economic benefits: $4.5 billion economic impact, over 28,000 jobs in Alabama, more than $1 billion in tax revenues, and $1.8 billion in procurement dollars
• Recognizes MSFC's broader benefits, including knowledge creation, national security, international partnerships, and inspiration for future generations
• Acknowledges Alabama astronauts associated with MSFC and their spaceflight achievements
• States that a copy of the resolution will be forwarded to Center Director Jody Singer

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