Jasmine Crockett (D-TX)
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.
A Democratic bill with no cosponsors
Last activity — Received in the Senate and Read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary.
In the other chamber's committee
Passed one chamber and has been handed to a committee in the other.
The committee decides whether it goes any further, and most bills that reach a committee never leave it. A committee that simply does nothing kills a bill without anyone ever voting against it, so no news from here is usually the news.
Its path through Congress
- Introduced
- Passed House voice vote
- In Senate committee
The House by voice vote (members called out yes or no together): no member's position on it was recorded.
What this bill would do
This Act updates title 51 of the United States Code to reorganize existing laws, modernize language, and correct drafting errors without changing the law's effect. It covers various areas such as the Space Launch System, the International Space Station, and research initiatives. The bill includes mandates for the development of policies regarding facilities, infrastructure, and human space flight. Additionally, it directs the Administrator to fund flight testing and payload development to expand scientific research capabilities. The legislation also establishes new transparency requirements for Space Act Agreements and mandates the renaming of several committees to include "Space" in their titles.
Yes· 3 of 27
- Scored +10
Does this put more into space exploration?
Establishes comprehensive goals for human exploration of Mars, the Moon, and deep space using advanced propulsion.
- Scored +7
Would students be better off under this?
Provides STEM educational resources, fellowships, and research opportunities across all directorates.
- Scored +7
Does this put more money into scientific research?
Mandates funding for suborbital research, astrobiology strategies, and advanced space technology.
The opposite
No question was scored the opposite.
Who it would affect, and how
Potential Positive Impacts for People
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Enhanced Security through Counterfeit Detection: The bill requires a program to detect, track, and reduce counterfeit electronic parts in the supply chain to ensure the integrity of components used in critical systems (Sec. 30311).
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Improved Information Security: An information security awareness and education program aims to reduce the risk of unauthorized access to sensitive information infrastructure (Sec. 30505).
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Workforce Development for Underrepresented Groups: Provisions are included to address impediments to space science and engineering workforce development for minority and underrepresented groups (Sec. 30506).
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Support for STEM Education: The act focuses on developing and maintaining educational programs to increase student interest and participation in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (Sec. 49910).
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Empowering Women in Aerospace: The bill encourages women and girls to pursue careers in aerospace and space exploration through specific initiatives (Sec. 49911).
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Increased Opportunities for Internships: The act establishes a process to encourage the recruitment of qualified candidates, specifically targeting women and individuals underrepresented in STEM and computer science, for internships and fellowships (Sec. 49912).
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Economic and Research Opportunities via the ISS: Policy supports the continued utilization of the International Space Station as a national laboratory to facilitate research and development (Sec. 70911).
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Advancement of Research and Technology: The Administrator is authorized to fund flight testing, payload development, and related hardware to expand technology for scientific research and investigating new capabilities (Section 71766, paragraph 1 and 2).
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Fair Access to Resources: Space Act Agreements must be issued on a nonexclusive basis to ensure all non-government parties have equal access to Administration resources (Section 71766, (b)(1)).
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Increased Transparency: The Administrator is required to publicly disclose Space Act Agreements on the Administration's website in a searchable format, including estimates of resources and expected benefits (Section 71766, (c)).
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Accountability through Reporting: The Administrator must submit an annual report to Congress including descriptions of agreements, their value, cost-sharing details, and cumulative benefits to the technology and industrial base (Section 71766, (d)).
Potential Negative Impacts for People
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Potential for Increased Costs through Security Requirements: Implementing new programs, such as counterfeit part detection and information security, involves creating databases, training, and monitoring systems that may incur costs (Sec. 30311; Sec. 30505).
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Requirement for High-Level Security Clearances or Training: The mandate for specialized training and the requirement that access to infrastructure be granted only to those who satisfy the program could create barriers for certain users (Sec. 30311; Sec. 30505).
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Protection of Sensitive Information: While promoting transparency, the bill allows for the redaction of proprietary, sensitive, or classified information, which may limit the full scope of public disclosure (Section 71766, (c)).
Groups and Interests Ranking
Every group the model scored this bill for, from -10 to +10. Tap or hover a score for the reason it gave.
- Demographic And Interest Groups
- Would students be better off under this? — Provides STEM educational resources, fellowships, and research opportunities across all directorates. Would business owners be better off under this? — Supports commercial development and small business innovation via Space Act Agreements. Would women be better off under this? — Specifically targets the encouragement of women and girls in aerospace and STEM careers. Would people in their twenties and thirties be better off under this? — Creates internships, fellowships, and high-tech careers for students and post-doctoral researchers. Would billionaires be better off under this? — Benefits owners of commercial space companies through government partnerships and satellite capabilities. Would children be better off under this? — Improves STEM education, literacy, and outreach opportunities for students. Would Black Americans be better off under this? — Mandates programs and recruitment for minority and underrepresented groups in STEM. Would Asian Americans be better off under this? — Mandates programs and recruitment for minority and underrepresented groups in STEM. Would Hispanic Americans be better off under this? — Mandates programs and recruitment for minority and underrepresented groups in STEM. Would Native Americans be better off under this? — Mandates programs and recruitment for minority and underrepresented groups in STEM. Would households on low incomes be better off under this? — Increases STEM educational opportunities for underrepresented and low-income groups.
- Education And Technology
- Does this put more into space exploration? — Establishes comprehensive goals for human exploration of Mars, the Moon, and deep space using advanced propulsion. Does this put more money into scientific research? — Mandates funding for suborbital research, astrobiology strategies, and advanced space technology. Does this give people more control over their personal data? — Focuses on improving information security and cybersecurity controls within the Administration.
- Economy And Finance
- Does this make it easier to run a small business? — Explicitly manages Small Business Innovation Research and promotes fair competition for commercial cargo and crew services. Is this likely to create jobs? — The bill promotes the development of a commercial space industry and aerospace workforce through technology investment. Is this likely to grow the economy? — Encourages a thriving space economy, early-stage innovation, and commercial space transportation services. Does this make the government pay for what it commits to? — Mandates reports on over-budget programs and requires plans to eliminate wasteful IT spending.
- National Security And Foreign Policy
- Does this better protect the country from computer attacks? — Establishes comprehensive information security programs and an Administration-wide cybersecurity plan for NASA infrastructure. Does this strengthen ties with allied countries? — Promotes international collaboration for the ISS, deep space exploration, and astrobiology. Does this favour talking over confrontation abroad? — Strengthens partnerships with space-faring countries regarding orbital debris and scientific research.
- Social Issues And Justice
- Does this narrow the gap between how men and women are treated? — Specifically encourages women and girls to pursue careers in aerospace and STEM. Does this narrow racial gaps in how people are treated? — Mandates programs to increase STEM participation and recruitment for minority and underrepresented groups.
- Environment Energy And Infrastructure
- Does this cut the pollution that drives climate change? — Directs aeronautics research toward reducing emissions and pursuing alternative fuels. Does this better protect air, water and wildlife? — Includes goals for reducing noise and fuel consumption in aviation. Does this put more money into wind, solar and other renewable power? — Supports research into alternative fuels for aeronautics.
- Governance And Ideology
- Does this make what the government does easier for the public to see? — Requires public disclosure of Space Act Agreements on a searchable Administration website.
- 9/14/2026
- Received in the Senate and Read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary.
- 8/31/2026
- Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
- Passed/agreed to in House: On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill Agreed to by voice vote.
- On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill Agreed to by voice vote. (text: CR H5319-5335)
- DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H.R. 5174.
- Considered under suspension of the rules. (consideration: CR H5319-5335)
- Mr. Schmidt moved to suspend the rules and pass the bill.
- 9/10/2025
- Committee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held
- Ordered to be Reported by Voice Vote.
- 9/8/2025
- Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
- Introduced in House
2 bills Congress.gov lists as related to this one — companions in the other chamber, earlier versions, and bills this one absorbed or was folded into.