Louisiana lawmakers endorse permanently locating the U.S. Space Academy in Southeast Louisiana, citing its aerospace infrastructure and workforce.
Quiver AI Summary
Louisiana delegation backs space academy bid: House Majority Leader Steve Scalise said he led a joint letter from members of Louisiana’s congressional delegation supporting a permanent U.S. Space Academy in southeast Louisiana. The letter was addressed to the presidential commission overseeing site selection.
Supporters cite space industry and education ties: The release said the delegation argued Louisiana offers manufacturing, research and university resources tied to space work, and pointed to NASA’s Michoud facility and other regional aerospace sites. Governor Jeff Landry and GNO, Inc. CEO Michael Hecht also voiced support.
Background on the proposal: The statement said a presidential executive order established the academy and that the commission has begun a site-selection process. It said Louisiana officials intend to apply for the academy to be located between Michoud and the proposed Starbase, Louisiana site.
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