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Recognizing Arecibo Telescope's Contributions and Urging Replacement

This U.S. House of Representatives resolution commemorates the significant scientific and educational contributions of the Arecibo radio telescope, highlighting its role in space research and planetary defense. The document acknowledges the loss from the telescope's collapse and encourages federal agencies to explore ways to replace the lost research capabilities, potentially impacting future scientific discoveries and national security.
Key points
Acknowledges the Arecibo Telescope's crucial role in astronomy, planetary, and atmospheric sciences, and inspiring STEM careers.
Highlights the loss of unique research and planetary defense capabilities for the U.S. due to the telescope's collapse.
Encourages federal agencies like NSF and NASA to study means of replacing the lost scientific capabilities at Arecibo.
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Print number: 117_HRES_827
Sponsor: Resident Commissioner González-Colón, Jenniffer [R-PR-At Large]
Process start date: 2021-12-01
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Recognizing the contributions made by the 305-meter radio telescope at the Arecibo Observatory.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HRES_827.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the House of Representatives.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2021-12-01.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Acknowledges the Arecibo Telescope's crucial role in astronomy, planetary, and atmospheric sciences, and inspiring STEM careers.
  • Highlights the loss of unique research and planetary defense capabilities for the U.S. due to the telescope's collapse.
  • Encourages federal agencies like NSF and NASA to study means of replacing the lost scientific capabilities at Arecibo.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Expired.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Resident Commissioner González-Colón, Jenniffer [R-PR-At Large].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the House Committee on Science, Space, and Technology.

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Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-27.

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