Space Foundation’s
Congressional Space Series

Professional Development Series for Congressional Staffers interested in gaining a broader understanding of the space ecosystem

Space Foundation’s Congressional Space Series, is an educational professional development program focused on developing a foundational understanding of the space ecosystem. This series offers insights into the civil, commercial, and national security space domains, highlighting the challenges and opportunities within the sector, and illuminating that every congressional district is connected to space. Led by government and military officials as well as policy experts, each session will offer a deep dive into the rapidly evolving space landscape, equipping you with valuable knowledge to inform your work in this vital area.

Next Series Starting Soon!

The series will take place on Thursdays this Fall, with the first class kicking off on Thursday, September 4, 2025. Each class will run from 12:00-1:30 pm in Rayburn 2325.

Lunch will be provided at each session with registration.

This series is an excellent opportunity to enhance your understanding of space-related policy issues and gain a robust framework understanding of the global space sector.

“This seminar series has been one of my favorites from this year.”
-Defense Fellow with Representative William Keating of Massachusetts

“It was a fantastic experience; my only regret is not being able to attend more of the classes!”
-Military Legislative Correspondent with Senator Kevin Cramer of North Dakota

“The format and speakers have been great.”
-Senior Professional Staff, House Science, Space & Technology Committee

“The program consists of five classes that provide valuable insights into various aspects of space, its future capabilities, and the current mission of the U.S. Space Force, among other topics. I had the privilege of participating in these classes myself, and I found them to be extremely informative and engaging!”
-District Security, Police Services and Law Enforcement Division, Office of the Sergeant at Arms

“A wonderful space class. It brought me something to look forward to each week, and the room was filled with brilliant minds, discussions, and hope for the future of space policy.”
-Legislative Assistant with Representative Dale Strong of Alabama

“As someone with a lifelong interest in space, this series was the perfect intersection of my personal and professional interests in space and policy. The range of speakers from different agencies and backgrounds provided a great overview of the key stakeholders in space policy. It was informative, well organized, easy to follow, and a great networking opportunity.”
-HillVets Legislative Fellow with Representative Chris Pappas of New Hampshire