IV 118th CONGRESS 1st Session H. RES. 646 IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES August 4, 2023 Ms. DelBene submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Science, Space, and Technology RESOLUTION Recognizing the launch of the Redmond Space District in partnership with the City of Redmond and OneRedmond, showcasing the growth of Redmond’s Space Cluster.

Whereas Washington State is a global leader in the space industry; Whereas Redmond, Washington, has a rich history of contributions to the space industry starting in 1967, when the first space company broke ground on their site in Redmond; Whereas Redmond is home to a major developer and manufacturer of chemical and electrical propulsion systems that has contributed to numerous NASA missions; Whereas vital suppliers for the space industry are located in Redmond, as well as data management and analysis suppliers; Whereas Redmond leverages its strength in information technology, manufacturing, and aerospace to provide an environment for small businesses in this industry to grow; Whereas, in the last decade, multiple companies have chosen to locate and expand their satellite manufacturing facilities in Redmond; Whereas Redmond, as a result, is a global satellite manufacturing hub, manufacturing more satellites than any other city in the world; Whereas, in March 2023, the City of Redmond issued a proclamation designating the Redmond Space District; and Whereas the Redmond Space District creates an ecosystem of innovation, technology, knowledge, and human capital for the space industry: Now, therefore, be it

That the House of Representatives recognizes the growing space industry in the Redmond Space District.