S.2351

Space Exploration Research Act

Introduced·7/17/25

Supplements NASA lease authorities to support research, education, and training in the space industry.

The Space Exploration Research Act supplements existing lease authorities available to the National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) to support research, education, and training in the space industry. The Administrator of NASA may lease real property for up to 99 years to entities for aeronautical and space research, education, technology transfer, and other space-related activities. The act allows for lease renewals and delegation of authorities to subordinate officers and employees. The authority applies regardless of state laws or other provisions.

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Calendar

Jul 30, 2025

10:00 AM

Senate Commerce, Science, and Transportation Hearing

History

Apr 13

Senate

Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation. Reported by Senator Cruz with an amendment in the nature of a substitute. With written report No. 119-117.

Apr 13

Senate

Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 369.

Jul 30, 2025

Senate

Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation. Ordered to be reported with an amendment in the nature of a substitute favorably.