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senate Bill S. Res. 385

Congratulating NASA Astronaut Scott Kelly on His One-Year Space Mission

Argument in favor

Astronaut Scott Kelly’s successful one-year space mission is a remarkable achievement for him personally and for NASA that merits congratulations from the Senate.

Grant's Opinion
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03/11/2016
It's quick and cheap, so there is little reason not to. Also, it celebrates an achievement in STEM that we need to emphasize because it will draw more people into this fascinating field, which is far more important for the senate to do than try to repeal the affordable care act again after over 60 unsuccessful attempts. We need to put more emphasis on STEM and bringing this country together - congratulating Scott Kelly would do both.
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Jc's Opinion
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03/12/2016
It's frontiersman like Kelly that have pushed humanity to where we are today. He is an American Hero.
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StratonGarrard's Opinion
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03/11/2016
This is a monumental step forward in space travel that deserves to be recognized by this Congress.
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Argument opposed

While Scott Kelly and NASA both deserve recognition for their accomplishment, the Senate doesn’t need to go on record applauding them with a formal resolution.

Hameltor's Opinion
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03/11/2016
I don't think we should celebrate aliens entering our country under any circumstance. Send him back!
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Michael's Opinion
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03/11/2016
There are more important things the senate should be doing. Not taking away from the achievement at all though, I'm a huge advocate for further space travels.
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BTSundra's Opinion
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03/11/2016
Let's focus on things pertinent to the state of our nation.
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simple resolution Progress

  • The senate Passed March 8th, 2016
    Passed by Voice Vote
      senate Committees
      Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation
    IntroducedMarch 3rd, 2016
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Bill Activity

  • action
    Introduced in Senate
  • referral
    Referred to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation.
  • action
    Senate Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation discharged by Unanimous Consent.
  • vote
    Resolution agreed to in Senate without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent.

simple resolution Progress

  • The senate Passed March 8th, 2016
    Passed by Voice Vote
      senate Committees
      Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation
    IntroducedMarch 3rd, 2016
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    Grant's Opinion In Favor
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    03/11/2016
    It's quick and cheap, so there is little reason not to. Also, it celebrates an achievement in STEM that we need to emphasize because it will draw more people into this fascinating field, which is far more important for the senate to do than try to repeal the affordable care act again after over 60 unsuccessful attempts. We need to put more emphasis on STEM and bringing this country together - congratulating Scott Kelly would do both.
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    Hameltor's Opinion Against
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    03/11/2016
    I don't think we should celebrate aliens entering our country under any circumstance. Send him back!
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    Michael's Opinion Against
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    03/11/2016
    There are more important things the senate should be doing. Not taking away from the achievement at all though, I'm a huge advocate for further space travels.
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    BTSundra's Opinion Against
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    03/11/2016
    Let's focus on things pertinent to the state of our nation.
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    Steven's Opinion Against
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    03/15/2016
    This needed to be legislation???? A few congressman couldn't call a press conference and say "Good Job"? Do they propose bills on what's going to be for lunch? The least productive Congress in US history, good job congress!
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    Alis's Opinion Against
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    03/11/2016
    I think he is remarkable & has served the country admirably but this is NOT the stuff of legislation. He can be adequately honored without wasting staff time & tax payers money!
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    Jc's Opinion In Favor
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    03/12/2016
    It's frontiersman like Kelly that have pushed humanity to where we are today. He is an American Hero.
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    Bob's Opinion Against
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    03/11/2016
    While this a remarkable feat, it's not something that congress needs to waste their time on. We all do our jobs with little or no recognition.
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    Daniel's Opinion In Favor
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    03/11/2016
    Space exploration is humanity's future. We need to celebrate all of our brave astronauts. Our officials acknowledging such accomplishments can be great for raising public awareness about space exploration and technologies.
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    Todd's Opinion In Favor
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    03/11/2016
    A tenth of a penny. That's what the average tax payer gives NASA each year. (Paraphrased from Neil deGrasse Tyson.) It's not a waste of money. Space travel has resulted in many bi-products that have benefited society. No, congress shouldn't NEED to congratulate Kelly, but his work, and the work of all those behind him are for the betterment of mankind, and I think it's worth the 20 seconds it would take to say "good job!"
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    Heather's Opinion Against
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    03/13/2016
    He did his job. It's a great thing he did, but it was his job. No one else gets such recognition for doing their job, so Congress should just try doing theirs and stop trying to shift people's focus away from their frankly criminal apathy and neglect of their duties.
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    StratonGarrard's Opinion In Favor
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    03/11/2016
    This is a monumental step forward in space travel that deserves to be recognized by this Congress.
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    Colton's Opinion Against
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    03/11/2016
    While what he accomplished was commendable, there are issues more important than this. This is a waste of time and taxpayer dollars.
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    Steve's Opinion Against
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    03/11/2016
    The Senate needs to get off their collective asses, do the job they were elected to do, and faithfully represent the people who elected them.
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    Barryaharris's Opinion In Favor
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    03/11/2016
    Is this a real question?
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    Harrison's Opinion Against
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    03/11/2016
    Seems like a waste if you ask me. All Kelly did was take a year-long off-world vacation.
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    Thomas's Opinion Against
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    03/12/2016
    Not what I'm paying you for.
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    GrumpyMSgt's Opinion Against
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    03/11/2016
    How about acknowledging ALL the VETS who have multiple tours, 3, 4, or 5 times to the Middle East? Especially those returning injured or suffering from PTSD. SHAME ON OUR LEADERSHIP.
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    Serena's Opinion Against
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    03/18/2016
    The time spent on this bill and acknowledging only one of thousands of people (or more) with extraordinary accomplishments takes the necessary time needed by our Senators to review and act on truly needed legislation.
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    Nick's Opinion In Favor
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    03/11/2016
    Not like they're doing anything else productive or useful.
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