H.R. 5245 · 108th Congress · 2003–2004
To extend the liability indemnification regime for the commercial space transportation industry.
H.R. 5245 in the 108th Congress (2003–2004) became law — introduced on Oct 7, 2004, sponsored by Sherry Boehlert with 1 co-sponsors.
During the 108th Congress (2003–2004), George W. Bush was president, and Republicans held majorities in both the House and Senate.
- Status
- Became law
- Introduced
- Oct 7, 2004
- Co-sponsors
- 1
- Policy area
- Science, Technology, Communications
- Public law
- Public Law 108-428
What it does
Extends liability insurance and financial responsibility requirements with respect to commercial space transportation through December 31, 2009. Directs the Secretary of Transportation to arrange with a nonprofit entity for a study: (1) regarding the liability risk sharing regime in the United States for commercial space transportation; (2) to assess methods by which the liability risk sharing regime could be eliminated and wh…
Summary by the nonpartisan Congressional Research Service.
Sponsor
Sherry Boehlert (R-NY). Co-sponsors: 1 Democrat.
Where it stands
- IntroducedOct 7, 2004
- Passed the HouseOct 8, 2004
- Passed the SenateNov 16, 2004
- Sent to the PresidentNov 19, 2004
- Became lawNov 30, 2004
Latest action: Became Public Law No: 108-428. (Nov 30, 2004)
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