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Aeronautics Innovation Act

Introduced: December 19, 2018 Introduced by: Cruz, Ted Republican · Texas See on congress.gov
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It never became law before the 115th Congress (2017–2018) adjourned, and bills don't carry over to the next Congress. It would have to be reintroduced. You can still save it for reference, but it won't receive updates.
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Dec 19, 2018
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation.
Dec 19, 2018
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National Aeronautics and Space Administration Authorization Act of 2018

This bill reauthorizes the National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) for FY2019, provides for the continuation of the International Space Station, and authorizes NASA programs and activities, including a low-Earth orbit commercialization program, a lunar discovery program, an unmanned aircraft systems operation program, a 21st Century Aeronautics Research Capabilities Initiative, and a small satellite launch services program.

What's happening now December 19, 2018

Read twice and referred to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation.

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Cornyn, John
Texas · Dec 19, 2018
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Markey, Edward J.
Massachusetts · Dec 19, 2018
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U.S. Congress. (2026). S. 3799: National Aeronautics and Space Administration Authorization Act of 2018. 115th Congress. Open America. https://openamerica.io/bill/115-S-3799/
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