H.R.2313

Celestial Time Standardization Act

Introduced·3/25/25
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Celestial Time Standardization Act mandates NASA to develop time standardization for the Moon and other celestial bodies.

The Celestial Time Standardization Act directs the National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) to create celestial time standardization to support future operations and infrastructure on and around the Moon and other celestial bodies. The bill emphasizes the importance of U.S. leadership in deep space exploration and the need for interoperability between systems. It also highlights the challenges of using Coordinated Universal Time beyond Earth due to relativistic effects.

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History

Apr 29, 2025

House

Committee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held

Apr 29, 2025

House

Ordered to be Reported by Voice Vote.

Mar 25, 2025

House

Introduced in House