US HB1962 | 2009-2010 | 111th Congress
Status
Spectrum: Slight Partisan Bill (Republican 2-1)
Status: Introduced on April 2 2009 - 25% progression, died in committee
Action: 2009-04-06 - Referred to the Subcommittee on Space and Aeronautics.
Pending: House Subcommittee on Space and Aeronautics Committee
Text: Latest bill text (Introduced) [PDF]
Status: Introduced on April 2 2009 - 25% progression, died in committee
Action: 2009-04-06 - Referred to the Subcommittee on Space and Aeronautics.
Pending: House Subcommittee on Space and Aeronautics Committee
Text: Latest bill text (Introduced) [PDF]
Summary
American Space Access Act - Requires the National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) to annually fly at least two Space Shuttle missions for crew transport into space, instead of purchasing Russian crew and cargo services, for the period beginning in 2010 and ending: (1) in 2015; (2) when the Orion crew exploration vehicle is operational; or (3) when NASA has certified the safe operation of an available U.S. commercial capability, whichever occurs first. Directs NASA, not later than March 31, 2011, to investigate areas of reduced operations and enhanced cost savings and implement those that do not impinge on the safe operation of the Space Shuttle program. Requires NASA to report to Congress on: (1) the costs and actions needed to extend the operation of the Space Shuttle in accordance with this Act; and (2) the amount of funding needed to expedite the schedule of the Orion crew exploration vehicle and the Ares I crew exploration vehicle and associated ground support systems under the Constellation program.
Title
American Space Access Act
Sponsors
Rep. John Linder [R-GA] | Rep. Bill Posey [R-FL] | Rep. Debbie Wasserman Schultz [D-FL] |
History
Date | Chamber | Action |
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2009-04-06 | Referred to the Subcommittee on Space and Aeronautics. | |
2009-04-02 | Referred to the House Committee on Science and Technology. |
Subjects
Government investigations
Science, technology, communications
Space flight and exploration
Spacecraft and satellites
Transportation safety and security
Science, technology, communications
Space flight and exploration
Spacecraft and satellites
Transportation safety and security
US Congress State Sources
Type | Source |
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Summary | https://www.congress.gov/bill/111th-congress/house-bill/1962/all-info |
Text | https://www.congress.gov/111/bills/hr1962/BILLS-111hr1962ih.pdf |