To make revisions in title 51, United States Code, as necessary to keep the title current, and to make technical amendments to improve the United States Code.
Rep. Crockett Introduces Bill to Organize National Space Laws and Set Sights on Mars by the 2030s
Stalled
No legislative action in over 90 days.
Legislative Progress
Key Points
- This bill cleans up and organizes the official rulebook for space and aeronautics. It gathers different laws passed over many years and puts them into one organized section. While it doesn't change the actual meaning of the laws, it makes them easier to read, fixes old errors, and updates the names of government committees.
- The plan officially sets a goal for the United States to send humans to Mars by the 2030s. It also commits to keeping the International Space Station running until at least September 30, 2030. This gives NASA and private companies a clear timeline for long-term projects in space.
- To keep space missions safe, the bill requires a new program to track and stop fake electronic parts from getting into the supply chain. It also calls for better cybersecurity to protect NASA’s computer networks from hackers and requires regular updates on security risks.
- The bill pushes for more diversity in the space industry by creating programs to help women and underrepresented groups get into science and engineering careers. It also supports science and math education in schools to help students prepare for jobs in the aerospace sector.
- It outlines how the government should work with private companies to carry cargo and crews to space. The goal is to encourage competition among American companies to make space travel more affordable and reliable while maintaining high safety standards for astronauts.
Impact Analysis
Personal Impact
The bill codifies limitations on international agreements concerning outer space activities, requiring certifications that any such agreements are equitable and have no militarily significant impact on U.S. space capabilities. This preserves military flexibility in space but is largely a restatement of existing law rather than a new protection.
Broader Impacts
State Impacts
Milestones
Ordered to be Reported by Voice Vote.
The committee approved this bill and is sending it to the full chamber for a vote. This is a significant step — most bills never get this far.
Committee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held
Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
Introduced in House
The bill was officially filed and given a number. It now enters the legislative queue.
Votes
No votes have been recorded for this legislation yet.
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Congressional Bill
Official Title
To make revisions in title 51, United States Code, as necessary to keep the title current, and to make technical amendments to improve the United States Code.
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