S.Res. 695 — A resolution commemorating April 6, 2026, as the day the Artemis II crew surpassed the record for the farthest distance traveled by astronauts into deep space and celebrating the success of the Artemis II mission.

This section resolves that the Senate (1) commemorates April 6, 2026, as the day the Artemis II crew surpassed the Apollo 13 record for the farthest distance traveled by astronauts into deep space; (2) celebrates the successful completion of the Artemis II mission, including its launch, historic journey, and safe return to Earth; (3) honors the achievements and service of Reid Wiseman, Victor Glover, Christina Koch, and Jeremy Hansen; (4) celebrates technological and manufacturing excellence led by the United States as showcased by the Artemis II mission; (5) recognizes the critical contributions of flight controllers, engineers, contractors, and support personnel, particularly those at the Lyndon B. Johnson Space Center; (6) commends the employees of the National Aeronautics and Space Administration, the Canadian Space Agency, and all industry and international partners; and (7) reaffirms the U.S. commitment to maintaining leadership in space exploration and advancing the peaceful use of space for the benefit of all humanity.