space exploration

If Starliner passes testing with NASA, it could then be used to actually transport astronauts.

Various Alabama priorities were included in the funding measures.

Tuesday, Congressman Robert Aderholt, R-Haleyville, said that NASA and the Space Launch System (SLS) were fully funded in the appropriations package that Congress passed before the Christmas recess. This package included a $1.1 billion budget increase for NASA. NASA, and its contractors, is a major employer in North Alabama. “I, along with members of the … Continued

NASA announced Friday that the space agency’s U.S Marshall Flight Center in Huntsville will act as the headquarters for the Human Landing System Program. NASA made the announcement in Huntsville on Friday, in the shadow of the Space Launch System rocket test stand at Marshall. Congressman Mo Brooks, R-Huntsville, joined NASA Administrator Jim Bridenstine for … Continued

Tuesday is the 50th anniversary of the launch of the Apollo 11 mission that took a man to the Moon for the first time. Alabama Governor Kay Ivey will be in Huntsville Tuesday night to deliver remarks at the Apollo 11 50th Anniversary Dinner. The annual dinner will be held at NASA’s Space and Rocket … Continued

Thursday, the U.S. Senate voted to pass the Fiscal Year 2018 appropriations bill on a 65 to 32 vote late on Thursday night. U.S. Sen. Richard Shelby, R-Alabama, voted to pass the legislation. Shelby claimed that the bill benefited our national defense and many other federal activities in Alabama. “This measure will deliver the resources … Continued