FL H1187

Urges Congress to increase NASA's budget to enable development of exploration systems, operate the International Space Station through 2020, and reduce the gap in U.S. human space flight capabilities.

Requests Congressional support for life sciences research necessary for long-term human space flight beyond low earth orbit.

Calls for directing NASA work and programs to utilize Florida's aerospace workforce and facilities to preserve and enhance national space launch capability.

Requests increased utilization and sustainable development of federal and state spaceports as national resources for commercial enterprises and research.

Directs distribution of the memorial to the President, Congressional leadership, and all members of the Florida Congressional delegation.