House Joint Resolution 486, sponsored by Representative Sexton, honors Elon Musk and SpaceX for their successful rescue mission of two American astronauts, Captain Barry "Butch" Wilmore and Captain Sunita "Suni" Williams, who were stranded on the International Space Station (ISS) for over nine months. The astronauts had initially arrived at the ISS in June 2024 as part of Boeing's Starliner test flight but faced technical issues that delayed their return. In January 2025, President Trump requested Musk's assistance in facilitating their return, leading to the launch of the SpaceX Dragon, which successfully brought the astronauts back to Earth on March 18, 2025.

The resolution commends Musk for his swift action and commitment to serving the nation, highlighting the gratitude expressed by Captain Wilmore in a viral video thanking both Musk and President Trump for their roles in the rescue. The General Assembly recognizes Musk's contributions and leadership, affirming that he deserves appreciation for this historic achievement. The resolution concludes with a directive for an appropriate copy to be prepared for presentation.