S. 442 · 115th Congress · 2017–2018
National Aeronautics and Space Administration Transition Authorization Act of 2017
S. 442 in the 115th Congress (2017–2018) became law — introduced on Feb 17, 2017, sponsored by Ted Cruz with 7 co-sponsors.
During the 115th Congress (2017–2018), Donald Trump was president, and Republicans held majorities in both the House and Senate.
- Status
- Became law
- Introduced
- Feb 17, 2017
- Co-sponsors
- 7
- Policy area
- Science, Technology, Communications
- Public law
- Public Law 115-10
What it does
National Aeronautics and Space Administration Transition Authorization Act of 2017 TITLE I--AUTHORIZATION OF APPROPRIATIONS (Sec. 101) This bill authorizes appropriations to the National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) for FY2017 for: exploration; space operations; science; aeronautics; space technology; education; safety, security, and mission services; construction and environmental compliance and restoration; an…
Summary by the nonpartisan Congressional Research Service.
Sponsor
Ted Cruz (R-TX). Co-sponsors: 4 Democrats, 3 Republicans.
Where it stands
- IntroducedFeb 17, 2017
- Passed the SenateFeb 17, 2017
- Passed the HouseMar 7, 2017
- Sent to the PresidentMar 9, 2017
- Became lawMar 21, 2017
Latest action: Became Public Law No: 115-10. (Mar 21, 2017)
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Committees
- Science, Space, and Technology Committee
More
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