The resolution SJR___ reaffirms Redstone Arsenal in Huntsville, Alabama, as the optimal permanent location for the headquarters of the U.S. Space Command, emphasizing its critical role in advancing national security. It highlights the importance of space operations for military and economic purposes and underscores the selection process conducted by the U.S. Air Force, which identified Redstone Arsenal as the best candidate after evaluating various factors such as infrastructure, community support, and costs. The resolution notes that Huntsville's existing aerospace workforce, educational opportunities, and the presence of major aerospace companies further solidify its suitability for hosting the Space Command.
Additionally, the resolution expresses gratitude to the U.S. Air Force for its decision and urges the Biden Administration to officially affirm Redstone Arsenal as the headquarters. It strongly counters any claims that Alabama is not the ideal location for the Space Command, asserting that the selection was based solely on the state's unique advantages. The resolution concludes by directing copies to key federal officials and members of Alabama's Congressional delegation to ensure awareness and support for this designation.