Authorize funding and set policy priorities for NASA space exploration and research programs.
One policy goal, tracked across every bill that has carried it.
What’s happening with NASA Reauthorization Act of 2026?
The NASA Reauthorization Act of 2026 remains in the House Science, Space, and Technology Committee after a committee vote on February 3, 2026. The full House of Representatives must act next to move the bill forward, but the lack of progress since February 3, 2026, suggests a stall. Most bills fail because they never receive a committee vote, so this bill is in a position where many legislative efforts end.
Updated July 9, 2026 · Generated by AI. Always verify with official sources.
Where it stands
Now carried by NASA Reauthorization Act of 2026 (H.R. 7273 (119th)) →
Legislative Progress
Next up: A house committee · Nothing moves until they act.
How we got here
Every bill that has carried this goal, oldest first.
Died with Congress · Jan 3, 2025
Died when the 118th Congress ended without final passage. Bills must be reintroduced under a new number to be revived.
Reintroduced · Jan 3, 2025
Reintroduced from H.R. 8958 (118th), which died when its Congress ended.
H.R. 8958 (118th) →
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Who’s behind it
Brian Babin (R-TX)Wrote and sponsored the current bill.