Recognizing the longstanding partnership between USDA and NASA and encouraging further interagency collaboration.
Summary
House Resolution 1159 formally recognizes and encourages the ongoing partnership between the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) and NASA to advance agricultural research and technology. The resolution highlights how the agencies work together to use satellite data and space-based technology to improve crop yields, manage water resources, and monitor soil health. For everyday citizens, this collaboration aims to strengthen the national food supply and help farmers make more informed decisions by providing them with high-tech tools to combat climate challenges and increase efficiency.
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Lifecycle of the Bill
Submitted in House
Apr 9, 2026
Referred to the House Committee on Ethics.
Apr 9, 2026