HJR69 Alabama 2023 Session

Summary

Primary Sponsor

James LomaxRepresentative

Republican

Session

Regular Session 2023

Title

URGING THE BIDEN ADMINISTRATION TO AFFIRM REDSTONE ARSENAL AS THE FUTURE LOCATION OF THE U.S. SPACE COMMAND.

Summary

Alabama's Legislature urges the Biden administration to affirm Redstone Arsenal as the permanent headquarters of the U.S. Space Command.

What This Bill Does

It formally asks the President to designate Redstone Arsenal as the permanent U.S. Space Command HQ. It cites advantages like strong transportation access, proximity to NASA and MDA, a skilled aerospace workforce, affordable living, and solid education and infrastructure. It notes prior federal affirmation of Redstone’s suitability and the Air Force’s initial 2021 selection. It also directs the Alabama Secretary of State to send copies of the resolution to the President and Alabama's congressional delegation.

Who It Affects

• Redstone Arsenal and the Huntsville, Alabama area residents and workers who could benefit from stability and potential economic activity if the Space Command HQ remains there.
• The President, federal decision-makers, and U.S. Space Command, who are the targets of the urging and whose location decision this resolution seeks to influence.

Key Provisions

• Urges President Biden to affirm Redstone Arsenal as the permanent headquarters of the U.S. Space Command.
• Describes supporting factors for Redstone Arsenal, including transportation access, nearby agencies (NASA MSFC and MDA), a skilled local workforce, cost of living, education, infrastructure, and job opportunities.
• Directs the Secretary of State of Alabama to transmit duly authorized copies of the resolution to the President and Alabama's delegation in Congress.

AI-generated summary using openai/gpt-5-nano on Feb 22, 2026. May contain errors — refer to the official bill text for accuracy.

Subjects

U.S. Space Command/Redstone Arsenal