Washington, D.C. — U.S. Senators Michael Bennet (D-Colo.) and Kevin Cramer (R-N.D.) and U.S. Representatives Jason Crow (D-Colo.) and Mike Rogers (R-Ala.) joined 17 bipartisan colleagues in the House and Senate to introduce a resolution honoring the 5th anniversary of the United States Space Force. The resolution recognizes space as a critical military domain, celebrates the essential role the U.S. Space Force and its service members play in our national security, and urges continued development and modernization of its capabilities.
“The United States Space Force plays a critical role in maintaining and advancing the United States’ military readiness, superiority, and technological dominance in space,” wrote the lawmakers. “The 5th anniversary of the United States Space Force is an occasion to honor the contributions of its personnel and recognize the installations that support its vital mission. ”
The U.S. Space Force was established on December 20, 2019, and created the first new branch of the U.S. armed services in 73 years. Superiority in the space domain is critical to protecting U.S. satellite operations and national security amidst growing threats from near-peer competitors such as China and Russia. Space Force’s establishment centralized, expanded, and advanced space operations previously operated by the U.S. Air Force. Space Force operations include 36 bases and installations across 18 states and territories with approximately 14,000 active military and civilian personnel.
The text of the resolution is available HERE and below.
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