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H. RES. 1129 — Supporting May 3 as National Space Day in recognition of the significant positive impact the aerospace community has and will continue to have on the United States of America.
April 10, 2024
Status:Introduced in House
Congress:118
Words:261
H. RES. 1129 is a resolution that supports recognizing May 3 as "National Space Day" to celebrate the aerospace community's significant contributions to the United States. The resolution highlights the role of NASA and the aerospace industry in pioneering space exploration and research, as...
Simple Explanation
The bill wants to make May 3 a special day called "National Space Day" to celebrate all the cool things the space people like NASA and other companies do, like making GPS and exploring space. It doesn't say exactly what this day will involve or why it's important for everyone, which might make it confusing for people to understand how it helps them.
H. R. 7661 — To provide expanded cooperation by the National Aeronautics and Space Administration and the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration with Taiwan, and for other purposes.
March 13, 2024
Status:Introduced in House
Congress:118
Words:717
H.R. 7661, titled the “Taiwan and American Space Assistance Act of 2024,” aims to foster collaboration between the United States and Taiwan in civilian space activities. The bill requires NASA, NOAA, and the Secretary of State to engage with Taiwanese agencies to enhance...
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H.R. 7661 is a plan for the U.S. to team up with Taiwan in space activities like satellite building and exploration, making sure important secrets are kept safe. This plan will be checked and talked about every year to see how it's going and to solve any problems.
S. 1524 — To ensure that whistleblowers, including contractors, are protected from retaliation when a Federal employee orders a reprisal, and for other purposes.
July 29, 2024
Status:Reported to Senate
Congress:118
Words:5,312
The bill, titled the “Expanding Whistleblower Protections for Contractors Act of 2024”, aims to strengthen protection for whistleblowers, including contractors, from retaliation by Federal employees. It makes changes to existing laws, ensuring that individuals who report gross mismanagement,...
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The bill wants to make sure that if someone working with the government, like a helper or a worker, sees something wrong and tells on it, they won't get in trouble or punished. It says that nobody can make them feel scared for speaking up, and even special rules can't make them give up this protection.
H. J. RES. 132 — Providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the Department of Defense, the General Services Administration, and the National Aeronautics and Space Administration relating to the Federal Acquisition Regulation: Use of Project Labor Agreements for Federal Construction Projects.
April 29, 2024
Status:Introduced in House
Congress:118
Words:250
H. J. RES. 132 is a proposal that allows Congress to reject a specific rule put forward by the Department of Defense, the General Services Administration, and NASA. This rule concerns the use of Project Labor Agreements (PLAs) for federal construction projects. If Congress...
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Congress has a plan to stop a new rule from going into action that decides how construction jobs for government buildings should be managed. If they go through with this plan, the rule that was supposed to start won't happen.
S. 4221 — To amend title 51, United States Code, to authorize the transfer to NASA of funds from other agencies for scientific or engineering research or education, and for other purposes.
May 01, 2024
Status:Introduced in Senate
Congress:118
Words:899
S. 4221 aims to amend title 51 of the United States Code to allow NASA to receive funds from other government agencies for scientific or engineering research or education. These funds can be used by NASA as grants or cooperative agreements if approved by the agency providing...
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NASA can get money from other parts of the government to help with school and science research, but they have to tell everyone how they use it and check that it's working well.
H. R. 7339 — An Act 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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December 03, 2024
Status:Engrossed in House
Congress:118
Words:28,149
H.R. 7339 is a legislative proposal aimed at updating and modernizing title 51 of the United States Code. The bill makes necessary revisions and technical amendments to ensure the title remains current, focused on topics related to space and aeronautics. It includes...
Simple Explanation
H.R. 7339 is like fixing up and cleaning a big book about space rules to make them clear and updated, so everyone knows the latest ways to explore space without any confusion.
H. R. 6219 — An Act To require the Administrator of the National Aeronautics and Space Administration to establish a program to identify, evaluate, acquire, and disseminate commercial Earth remote sensing data and imagery in order to satisfy the scientific, operational, and educational requirements of the Administration, and for other purposes.
September 23, 2024
Status:Engrossed in House
Congress:118
Words:1,185
H.R. 6219, referred to as the "Accessing Satellite Data to Enable New Discoveries Act" or the "ASCEND Act," aims to improve NASA's use of commercial Earth remote sensing data. The bill requires NASA to establish a program within its Earth Science Division to acquire and share...
Simple Explanation
The ASCEND Act wants NASA to use and share pictures of Earth taken from space to help scientists, teachers, and others learn more about our planet. The Act asks NASA to mainly use pictures from American companies and tell everyone how they use them every year.
H. R. 8982 — To authorize NASA to reimburse Chincoteague for drinking water well replacement costs, and for other purposes.
July 10, 2024
Status:Introduced in House
Congress:118
Words:232
H. R. 8982 allows NASA to make agreements with the town of Chincoteague, Virginia, to reimburse them for the costs of replacing drinking water wells. This reimbursement can occur over a period of up to five years from the date the bill becomes law. It specifically concerns...
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NASA is going to help a town called Chincoteague by paying back some of the money it spent to fix water wells. This means the town can get money back for up to five years when they replace the wells that give people clean water to drink.
H. R. 7687 — To amend title 51, United States Code, to authorize the transfer to NASA of funds from other agencies for scientific or engineering research or education, and for other purposes.
December 19, 2024
Status:Reported in House
Congress:118
Words:1,115
H.R. 7687, also known as the "NASA Streamlining Partnerships for Research and Education for Engineering and Science Act" or the "NASA SPREES Act," aims to authorize NASA to receive funds from other federal departments or agencies for scientific or engineering research and...
Simple Explanation
NASA might get some extra money from other government groups to help with science and engineering projects, but they need to make sure to use it for what it was supposed to be used for and tell Congress about it every year.
S. 4795 — Making appropriations for the Departments of Commerce and Justice, Science, and Related Agencies for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2025, and for other purposes.
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July 25, 2024
Status:Reported to Senate
Congress:118
Words:31,539
S. 4795 is a bill outlining how money is allocated to the Departments of Commerce and Justice, as well as various science agencies, for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2025. The bill specifies funding for a wide range of activities, including economic development, trade administration,...
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S. 4795 is a special plan from the government that decides where to spend money on important things like helping businesses, making sure laws are followed, and learning more about space and science. It also tries to make sure the money is used wisely and not for bad things, but sometimes the rules are not very clear.
S. RES. 665 — Supporting May 3, 2024, as National Space Day in recognition of the significant positive impact the aerospace community has and will continue to have on the United States of America.
April 30, 2024
Status:Agreed to Senate
Congress:118
Words:233
S. RES. 665 supports the designation of May 3, 2024, as "National Space Day" to celebrate the aerospace community's significant impact on the United States. The resolution recognizes the contributions of NASA, the Space Force, the aerospace industry, and educational...
Simple Explanation
The United States Senate wants to celebrate National Space Day on May 3, 2024, to say thank you to all the people who work hard to learn about space, like NASA and space businesses. They think these efforts help make amazing discoveries and keep the country safe.
H. R. 8958 — An Act To reauthorize the National Aeronautics and Space Administration, and for other purposes.
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September 24, 2024
Status:Referred in Senate
Congress:118
Words:27,992
H.R. 8958, known as the "NASA Reauthorization Act of 2024," aims to renew and expand the operations of the National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA). The bill outlines a range of goals and funding allocations for NASA's programs, including space exploration, aeronautics research,...
Simple Explanation
NASA is planning to do more cool things in space like going to the Moon, making new gadgets, and helping people learn about space. They want to make sure they're using money wisely and work nicely with other countries, but some people are worried they might not have enough rules to keep things fair and safe.
H. R. 6219 — To require the Administrator of the National Aeronautics and Space Administration to establish a program to identify, evaluate, acquire, and disseminate commercial Earth remote sensing data and imagery in order to satisfy the scientific, operational, and educational requirements of the Administration, and for other purposes.
July 23, 2024
Status:Reported in House
Congress:118
Words:1,408
H. R. 6219, known as the "Accessing Satellite Data to Enable New Discoveries Act" or the "ASCEND Act," requires NASA's Administrator to create a program for acquiring and sharing commercial Earth remote sensing data and imagery. This data will be used to meet NASA's...
Simple Explanation
NASA wants to start a new project where they buy pictures of Earth taken from space. These pictures will help NASA learn more and help others too. They mostly want to get these pictures from companies in the U.S. and promise to tell Congress every year how they're doing.
H. R. 8965 — To promote the development of certain plans, policies, and standards for managing cybersecurity risks and protecting sensitive technology relating to National Aeronautics and Space Administration spacecraft systems, and for other purposes.
July 09, 2024
Status:Introduced in House
Congress:118
Words:846
H. R. 8965, titled the “Spacecraft Cybersecurity Act,” seeks to enhance cybersecurity measures for NASA's space systems. It instructs NASA to update its acquisition policies and standards to manage cybersecurity risks, ensuring they align with federal cybersecurity principles...
Simple Explanation
NASA wants to make sure their space gadgets are safe from computer bad guys, so they're making a plan to keep their technology safe and will tell the people in charge how they're doing.
S. RES. 646 — Honoring the life and legacy of Lieutenant General Thomas P. Stafford.
April 16, 2024
Status:Agreed to Senate
Congress:118
Words:136
The resolution S. RES. 646, passed by the Senate, commemorates the life and achievements of Lieutenant General Thomas P. Stafford. It highlights his significant contributions as an astronaut and commander in NASA, notably in projects Gemini and Apollo, and his work during the first...
Simple Explanation
This resolution is a special way for the Senate to say thank you and remember a famous astronaut named Thomas P. Stafford, who helped with important space missions and made friends with people from other countries to make the world more peaceful. They also send kind thoughts to his family.
S. 3936 — To require the Administrator of the National Aeronautics and Space Administration and the Administrator of the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration to seek to engage the authorities of Taiwan with respect to expanding cooperation on civilian space activities, and for other purposes.
March 14, 2024
Status:Introduced in Senate
Congress:118
Words:781
S. 3936, known as the "Taiwan and American Space Assistance Act of 2024," seeks to enhance cooperation between the United States and Taiwan on civilian space endeavors. Within 90 days of its enactment, it empowers the leaders of NASA and NOAA, collaborating with the Secretary...
Simple Explanation
The bill is about NASA and NOAA working together with Taiwan to do cool space stuff, like building satellites and learning from each other, while keeping important U.S. secrets safe and telling Congress how it's going every year.
H. RES. 1380 — Supporting the designation of July 20, 2024 as National Moon Day.
July 23, 2024
Status:Introduced in House
Congress:118
Words:289
H. RES. 1380 proposes officially designating July 20, 2024, as "National Moon Day" to commemorate the first human landing on the Moon by NASA's Apollo 11 mission on July 20, 1969. This annual observance aims to celebrate the achievements of NASA's space programs and astronauts, recognize the...
Simple Explanation
Imagine a special day to celebrate the time people first walked on the Moon, like a big space party on July 20 each year. This idea is to help everyone remember the amazing Moon landing and get excited about space adventures, science, and learning cool things about space travel!
H. RES. 1159 — Recognizing the longstanding partnership between USDA and NASA and encouraging further interagency collaboration.
April 18, 2024
Status:Introduced in House
Congress:118
Words:257
The resolution H. RES. 1159 recognizes and encourages the partnership between the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) and the National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA). It highlights how NASA's satellite technology and the USDA's agricultural expertise...
Simple Explanation
This bill says that two groups, one who helps with farming (USDA) and another who sends things to space (NASA), are working together to use space pictures to help farmers grow crops better and take care of the Earth. It also encourages them to keep working together to help kids learn more about science and support family farmers.
H. R. 6219 — An Act To require the Administrator of the National Aeronautics and Space Administration to establish a program to identify, evaluate, acquire, and disseminate commercial Earth remote sensing data and imagery in order to satisfy the scientific, operational, and educational requirements of the Administration, and for other purposes.
September 24, 2024
Status:Referred in Senate
Congress:118
Words:1,148
H.R. 6219, known as the "Accessing Satellite Data to Enable New Discoveries Act" or the "ASCEND Act," mandates the establishment of a program by NASA's Administrator to acquire and share commercial Earth remote sensing data and imagery. The program aims to support NASA's...
Simple Explanation
NASA wants to set up a program to buy cool pictures of Earth taken from space by commercial satellites. They'll use these pictures for science, helping with tasks, and teaching people, while buying from American companies when they can.
H. R. 272 — An Act To amend title 31, United States Code, to authorize transportation for Government astronauts returning from space between their residence and various locations, and for other purposes.
December 16, 2024
Status:Reported to Senate
Congress:118
Words:522
H.R. 272, also known as the "Astronaut Safe Temporary Ride Options Act" or the "ASTRO Act," proposes changes to title 31 of the United States Code. It authorizes transportation for government astronauts, and others involved under reimbursable arrangements, who are returning from space to...
Simple Explanation
The ASTRO Act is about helping astronauts get rides from their homes to where they need to go for work-related stuff, especially after they've just come back from space, since they might not be able to drive yet. It also asks NASA to tell Congress every year about how this ride system is working and who is using it.
H. R. 272 — An Act To amend title 31, United States Code, to authorize transportation for Government astronauts returning from space between their residence and various locations, and for other purposes.
May 07, 2024
Status:Referred in Senate
Congress:118
Words:411
H. R. 272, known as the “Astronaut Safe Temporary Ride Options Act” or the “ASTRO Act,” proposes changes to title 31 of the United States Code. The bill aims to facilitate transportation for government astronauts returning from space to various locations until they receive...
Simple Explanation
The ASTRO Act is a rule that lets astronauts get rides home from space until they are ready to drive, and it wants NASA to tell Congress how many times this happens and how much it costs.
S. 5300 — An Act To authorize the Administrator of the National Aeronautics and Space Administration to reimburse the Town of Chincoteague, Virginia, for costs directly associated with the removal and replacement of certain drinking water wells.
December 16, 2024
Status:Engrossed in Senate
Congress:118
Words:442
S. 5300 allows the Administrator of NASA to reimburse the Town of Chincoteague, Virginia, for costs related to replacing contaminated drinking water wells. The bill permits NASA to enter into a five-year agreement with the town to develop a plan for the removal of wells on...
Simple Explanation
NASA can pay the town of Chincoteague, Virginia, to help them fix and move their water wells so they have clean drinking water. This plan will take up to five years, and NASA needs to tell Congress how they will do it and how much it will cost.
H. R. 8837 — To require the Administrator of the National Aeronautics and Space Administration to develop celestial time standardization to support future operations and infrastructure on and around the Moon and other celestial bodies other than Earth, and for other purposes.
June 26, 2024
Status:Introduced in House
Congress:118
Words:694
H. R. 8837, known as the "Celestial Time Standardization Act," requires NASA to create a new time system for use on the Moon and other celestial bodies. Due to challenges with using Earth-based time standards in space, this bill emphasizes the importance of such a time system...
Simple Explanation
NASA is asked by this bill to make a new kind of clock that works in space, especially on the Moon, to help astronauts and other countries work together better.
H. R. 7339 — An Act 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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December 04, 2024
Status:Referred in Senate
Congress:118
Words:28,129
The bill H.R. 7339 aims to update and improve aspects of Title 51 of the United States Code, which deals with national space policy and related activities. It makes technical amendments to keep the title current and relevant by reorganizing, modernizing language, and...
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H.R. 7339 is a plan to make sure the rules about space stuff in the United States are updated and clear, fixing any mistakes and making sure everything is safe and fair. It makes changes to things like space technology and the space station, so they're up-to-date with new ideas and policies.
H. R. 6213 — To reauthorize the National Quantum Initiative Act, and for other purposes.
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July 25, 2024
Status:Reported in House
Congress:118
Words:19,184
H.R. 6213 is a bill reauthorizing the National Quantum Initiative Act, aiming to advance quantum science, engineering, and technology in the United States. The bill updates definitions, expands research and development programs, and promotes collaboration between various sectors, including...
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H.R. 6213 is a plan to help America become really good at using quantum science, kind of like super-smart computers, by working together with schools, businesses, and other countries, but it needs clear rules to make sure the money isn't wasted.
H. R. 10152 — To allow the Administrator of the National Aeronautics and Space Administration to enter into agreements with private and commercial entities and State governments to provide certain supplies, support, and services.
November 18, 2024
Status:Introduced in House
Congress:118
Words:460
H. R. 10152 is a proposed law that would allow the Administrator of NASA to make agreements with private companies and state governments. The purpose of these agreements would be to provide these entities with supplies, support, and services needed for space activities at...
Simple Explanation
NASA wants to team up with businesses and states to share their space stuff and help each other, but everyone needs to pay for what they use so it’s fair.
H. R. 7632 — To amend title 51, United States Code, to exempt from disclosure by NASA certain technical data, and for other purposes.
March 12, 2024
Status:Introduced in House
Congress:118
Words:702
H.R. 7632 aims to amend title 51 of the United States Code to allow NASA to keep certain technical data related to aeronautics and space from being publicly disclosed. The bill specifies that this data includes blueprints, plans, and other technical information that is...
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NASA wants to keep some special space and airplane information secret, like plans and blueprints, so only certain people like those in the government can see it, but regular people can't unless there are special rules that say they should.
H. R. 272 — An Act To amend title 31, United States Code, to authorize transportation for Government astronauts returning from space between their residence and various locations, and for other purposes.
May 06, 2024
Status:Engrossed in House
Congress:118
Words:427
H. R. 272, known as the "Astronaut Safe Temporary Ride Options Act" or "ASTRO Act," proposes an amendment to title 31 of the United States Code. It authorizes transportation for government astronauts returning from space to travel between their residence and various...
Simple Explanation
The ASTRO Act says that astronauts who come back from space can get rides to important places, like for doctor visits, until they're healthy enough to drive by themselves. Plus, NASA has to tell Congress every year about how this special ride help is used.
H. R. 8787 — To establish a demonstration program for the active remediation of orbital debris and to require the development of uniform orbital debris standard practices in order to support a safe and sustainable orbital environment, and for other purposes.
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June 18, 2024
Status:Introduced in House
Congress:118
Words:3,668
H. R. 8787, also known as the "Orbital Sustainability Act of 2024" or the "ORBITS Act of 2024," outlines a plan to manage and reduce the growing problem of orbital debris in space. The bill proposes setting up a demonstration program to develop and test new technologies for...
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The ORBITS Act of 2024 is like a big clean-up plan for space, where the government wants to spend a lot of money to get rid of junk flying around Earth and make space safe for everyone. They also want to work with scientists and other countries to share new ideas on how to keep space tidy.
H. R. 9513 — To require a Federal science strategy for monitoring and detection of methane, and for other purposes.
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September 10, 2024
Status:Introduced in House
Congress:118
Words:957
H.R. 9513, known as the "Methane Monitoring Science Act of 2024," mandates the development of a federal science strategy to enhance the monitoring and detection of methane emissions. The bill instructs NASA to collaborate with other federal agencies and the National Academies of Sciences,...
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H.R. 9513 is a plan to help scientists work together to watch for methane gas, which is a bit like keeping an eye out for sneaky pollution that sneaks into the air, and they want to do it even better by using cool new technology and better teamwork. They're giving NASA some money to help figure out the best way to do this, but they want to make sure the money is just right for the job.
H. R. 4152 — To direct the Administrator of the National Aeronautics and Space Administration and Secretary of Commerce to submit to Congress a report on the merits of, and options for, establishing an institute relating to space resources, and for other purposes.
July 23, 2024
Status:Reported in House
Congress:118
Words:925
H.R. 4152, titled the "Space Resources Institute Act," would require NASA's Administrator and the Secretary of Commerce to report to Congress on the benefits and possibilities of creating an institute focused on space resources. The bill aims to enhance the United States'...
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H.R. 4152 wants NASA and another big group to tell Congress if making a special space resources school is a good idea and how it might work. They have to say if having the school online or in-person is better, and they have 180 days to do this after the bill becomes a law.
H. R. 8118 — To utilize the Advanced Capabilities for Emergency Response to Operations program of NASA to improve aerial responses to wildfires, and for other purposes.
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April 23, 2024
Status:Introduced in House
Congress:118
Words:927
The H.R. 8118, also known as the “Advanced Capabilities for Emergency Response Operations Act of 2024,” aims to improve aerial responses to wildfires using NASA's advanced tools and technologies. It directs NASA to work on developing better aircraft technologies, real-time...
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NASA has a new project to help firefighters stop big forest fires using cool flying machines and technology, and they have $15 million to spend in 2025 to make it happen. But some people are worried because they don't know all the details about how the money will be spent or if the fancy gadgets will be bought from countries that aren't friendly.
S. 5300 — To authorize the Administrator of the National Aeronautics and Space Administration to reimburse the Town of Chincoteague, Virginia, for costs directly associated with the removal and replacement of certain drinking water wells.
November 12, 2024
Status:Introduced in Senate
Congress:118
Words:469
S. 5300, titled the “Contaminated Wells Relocation Act,” allows the National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) to reimburse the Town of Chincoteague, Virginia, for expenses related to removing and replacing certain drinking water wells. The bill permits NASA to...
Simple Explanation
NASA can help pay the Town of Chincoteague to move and fix their water wells, and they can make a deal with the town to handle this for up to five years.
H. R. 7687 — To amend title 51, United States Code, to authorize the transfer to NASA of funds from other agencies for scientific or engineering research or education, and for other purposes.
March 15, 2024
Status:Introduced in House
Congress:118
Words:925
The NASA Streamlining Partnerships for Research and Education for Engineering and Science Act, also known as the NASA SPREES Act, proposes changes to title 51 of the United States Code. It allows NASA to receive funds from other federal agencies specifically...
Simple Explanation
The NASA SPREES Act lets NASA get money from other parts of the government to help with space science and education, but they need to make sure everything is clear and used the right way.

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