Recognizing and congratulating the Martinsville Missile's land speed record for a stock car.
Recognition for Martinsville Missile Speed Record
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Legislative Progress
Congratulatory resolutions like this are routine and rarely face any opposition in the House.
Key Points
- This resolution officially recognizes a new land speed record for a stock car. A vehicle known as the Martinsville Missile reached a top speed of 253 miles per hour at a Florida landing strip in March 2026.
- The car is a 1969 Dodge Daytona Charger with a powerful 1,000 horsepower engine. It was designed and driven by a team from Virginia as part of a project to celebrate the 250th anniversary of the United States.
- The resolution honors the history of car racing and manufacturing in Southside Virginia. It specifically mentions the city of Martinsville and several nearby counties that have long been centers for fast cars and racing culture.
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Milestones
Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform.
Submitted in House
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Document Type
Congressional Bill
Official Title
Recognizing and congratulating the Martinsville Missile's land speed record for a stock car.
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