[Congressional Record Volume 170, Number 178 (Tuesday, December 3, 2024)]
[House]
[Pages H6235-H6251]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]
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MAKING 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
Mr. TIFFANY. Mr. Speaker, I move to suspend the rules and pass the
bill (H.R. 7339) 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.
The Clerk read the title of the bill.
The text of the bill is as follows:
H.R. 7339
Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of
the United States of America in Congress assembled,
SECTION 1. TABLE OF CONTENTS.
The table of contents for this Act is as follows:
Sec. 1. Table of contents.
Sec. 2. Purposes; restatement does not change meaning or effect of
existing law.
Sec. 3. Revision of title 51, United States Code.
Sec. 4. Technical amendments.
Sec. 5. Transitional and savings provisions.
Sec. 6. Repeals.
SEC. 2. PURPOSES; RESTATEMENT DOES NOT CHANGE MEANING OR
EFFECT OF EXISTING LAW.
(a) Purposes.--The purposes of this Act are--
(1) to make revisions in title 51, United States Code, as
necessary to keep the title current; and
(2) to make technical amendments to improve the United
States Code.
(b) Restatement Does Not Change Meaning or Effect of
Existing Law.--
(1) In general.--The restatement of existing law enacted by
this Act does not change the meaning or effect of the
existing law. The restatement incorporates in title 51,
United States Code, various provisions that were enacted
separately over a period of years, reorganizing them,
conforming style and terminology, modernizing obsolete
language, and correcting drafting errors. These changes serve
to remove ambiguities, contradictions, and other
imperfections, but they do not change the meaning or effect
of the existing law or impair the precedential value of
earlier judicial decisions or other interpretations.
(2) Rule of construction.--
(A) In general.--Notwithstanding the plain meaning rule or
other rules of statutory construction, a change in wording
made in the restatement of existing law enacted by this Act
serves to clarify the existing law as indicated in paragraph
(1), but not to change the meaning or effect of the existing
law.
(B) Revision notes.--Subparagraph (A) applies whether or
not a change in wording is explained by a revision note
appearing in a congressional report accompanying this Act. If
such a revision note does appear, a court shall consider the
revision note in interpreting the change.
SEC. 3. REVISION OF TITLE 51, UNITED STATES CODE.
(a) Revision of Title Table of Contents.--The title table
of contents of title 51, United States Code, is amended--
(1) by striking the item relating to chapter 301 and
inserting the following:
``301. Funding.............................................30101'';....
(2) by striking the item relating to chapter 315 and
inserting the following:
``315. Facilities and Infrastructure.........................31501 ....
``317 Through 397......................................................
Reserved ..............................................................
``399. Miscellaneous.......................................39901'';....
(3) by striking the item relating to chapter 409 and
inserting the following:
``409. Aeronautics and Space Technology......................40901 ....
``411 Through 497......................................................
Reserved ..............................................................
``499. Miscellaneous.......................................49901'';....
(4) by striking the items relating to chapters 513 and 515
and inserting the following:
``513. Space Resource Commercial Exploration and Utilization.51301 ....
``515. Office of Spaceports..................................51501 ....
``517. Development and Use of Commercial Cargo and Crew Transportation
Capabilities...........................................51701'';....
(5) by striking the item relating to chapter 701 and
inserting the following:
``701. Use of Space Launch System or Alternatives..........70101'';....
and
(6) by inserting after the item relating to chapter 713 the
following:
``715. Human Space Flight and Exploration....................71501 ....
``717. Advancing Human Space Exploration...................71701''.....
(b) Revision of Section 20144.--
(1) Amendments.--Section 20144 of title 51, United States
Code, is amended--
(A) in subsection (a), by striking ``The Administration may
carry out a program to award prizes only in conformity with
this section.''; and
(B) in subsection (i)(4), by striking ``Committee on
Science and Technology'' and inserting ``Committee on
Science, Space, and Technology''.
(2) Effective date.--The amendment made by paragraph (1)(A)
is effective on January 4, 2011.
(c) Revision of Section 20145.--Section 20145 of title 51,
United States Code, is amended--
(1) by redesignating subsections (f) through (h) as
subsections (g) through (i), respectively;
(2) by inserting after subsection (e) the following:
``(f) Proceeds.--Proceeds from leases entered into under
this section shall be deposited in the Administration
Construction and Environmental Compliance and Restoration
appropriations account. The proceeds shall be available for a
period of 5 years, to the extent and in amounts provided in
appropriations acts.''; and
(3) in subsection (h) (as redesignated by paragraph (1)),
in the matter before paragraph (1), by striking ``the date of
the enactment of the National Aeronautics and Space
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Administration Authorization Act of 2022,'' and inserting
``August 9, 2022,''.
(d) Revision of Section 20303.--Section 20303 of title 51,
United States Code, is amended--
(1) in subsection (c), by striking ``(42 U.S.C. 16611(d))''
and inserting ``(Public Law 109-155, 119 Stat. 2900)'';
(2) by redesignating subsection (d) as subsection (e); and
(3) by inserting after subsection (c) the following:
``(d) Evaluation and Expansion of Interagency
Contribution.--
``(1) In general.--The Administrator shall evaluate and, to
the extent possible--
``(A) expand efforts to maximize the Administration's
contribution to interagency efforts to enhance science,
technology, engineering, and mathematics education
capabilities; and
``(B) enhance the Nation's technological excellence and
global competitiveness.
``(2) Identification in report.--The Administrator shall
identify the expanded efforts and enhancements made under
paragraph (1) in the annual reports required by subsection
(e).''.
(e) Revision of Chapter 301.--
(1) Chapter heading.--The chapter heading of chapter 301 of
title 51, United States Code, is amended by striking
``APPROPRIATIONS, BUDGETS, AND ACCOUNTING'' and inserting
``FUNDING''.
(2) Chapter table of contents.--
(A) Contents.--The chapter table of contents of chapter 301
of title 51, United States Code is amended to read as
follows:
``SUBCHAPTER I--GENERAL PROVISIONS
``Sec.
``30101. Prior authorization of appropriations required.
``30102. Working capital fund.
``30103. Baselines and cost controls.
``30104. Reports on estimated costs for certain programs.
``30105. Annual report on program cost and control.
``SUBCHAPTER II--BUDGET PROVISIONS
``30121. General budget documentation requirements.
``30122. Consideration of decadal surveys.
``30123. Two-year budget request with third-year estimate.''.
(B) Typeface.--The chapter table of contents of chapter 301
of title 51, United States Code, as amended by subparagraph
(A), is amended so that the typeface of the subchapter
headings and the typeface of the subchapter items conform to
those appearing in other chapter table of contents of title
51.
(3) Redesignation of existing sections.--Chapter 301 of
title 51, United States Code, is amended as follows:
(A) Section 30103 (Budgets) is redesignated as section
30121, and transferred to appear after section 30104
(Baselines and cost controls).
(B) Section 30104 (Baselines and cost controls) is
redesignated as section 30103.
(4) Designation of subchapters.--Chapter 301 of title 51,
United States Code, is amended by--
(A) inserting a subchapter heading (in typeface styled like
other subchapter headings in title 51) before section 30101
as follows: ``SUBCHAPTER I--GENERAL PROVISIONS''; and
(B) inserting a subchapter heading (in typeface styled like
other subchapter headings in title 51) before section 30121
(as redesignated and transferred by paragraph (3)(A)) as
follows: ``SUBCHAPTER II--BUDGET PROVISIONS''.
(5) Revision of section 30103.--Section 30103 (Baselines
and cost controls) of title 51, United States Code (as
redesignated by paragraph (3)(B)), is amended by striking
``Committee on Science and Technology'' and inserting
``Committee on Science, Space, and Technology'' in--
(A) subsection (b)(2);
(B) subsection (c)(1);
(C) subsection (d)(3);
(D) subsection (e)(1)(A) (matter before clause (i)); and
(E) subsection (e)(2).
(6) Enactment of sections 30104 and 30105.--Chapter 301 of
title 51, United States Code, is amended by inserting after
section 30103 (Baselines and cost controls) (as redesignated
by paragraph (3)(B) and amended by paragraph (5)) the
following:
``Sec. 30104. Reports on estimated costs for certain programs
``For each program under the jurisdiction of the
Administration for which development costs are expected to
exceed $200,000,000, the Administrator shall submit to
Congress, at the time of submission of the President's annual
budget--
``(1) a 5-year budget detailing the estimated development
costs of the program; and
``(2) an estimate of the life-cycle costs associated with
the program.
``Sec. 30105. Annual report on program cost and control
``(a) Annual Report.--Not later than April 30 of each year,
the Administrator shall submit to the Committee on Commerce,
Science, and Transportation of the Senate and the Committee
on Science, Space, and Technology of the House of
Representatives a report on the implementation during the
preceding year of the corrective action plan referred to in
section 1203(a)(4) of the National Aeronautics and Space
Administration Authorization Act of 2010 (Public Law 111-267,
124 Stat. 2842).
``(b) Contents.--A report under this section shall contain
the following:
``(1) Description of over-budget or delayed programs.--For
the year covered by the report, a description of each
Administration program that has exceeded its cost baseline by
15 percent or more or is more than 2 years behind its
projected development schedule.
``(2) Corrective plans.--For each program described under
paragraph (1), a plan for a decrease in scope or
requirements, or other measures, to be undertaken to control
cost and schedule, including any cost monitoring or
corrective actions undertaken pursuant to the National
Aeronautics and Space Administration Authorization Act of
2005 (Public Law 109-155, 119 Stat. 2895), and the amendments
made by that Act.''.
(7) Revision of section 30121.--Section 30121 of title 51,
United States Code (as redesignated and transferred by
paragraph (3)(A)), is amended--
(A) in the section heading, by striking ``Budgets'' and
inserting ``General budget documentation requirements''; and
(B) in subsection (b) (matter before paragraph (1)), by
striking ``Committee on Science and Technology'' and
inserting ``Committee on Science, Space, and Technology''.
(8) Enactment of sections 30122 and 30123.--Chapter 301 of
title 51, United States Code, is amended by adding at the end
the following:
``Sec. 30122. Consideration of decadal surveys
``The Administration shall take into account the current
decadal surveys from the National Academies' Space Studies
Board when submitting the President's budget request to
Congress.
``Sec. 30123. Two-year budget request with third-year
estimate
``Each fiscal year, the President shall submit to Congress
a budget request for the Administration that includes--
``(1) a budget request for the immediate fiscal year and
the following fiscal year; and
``(2) budget estimates for the third fiscal year.''.
(f) Revision of Section 30310.--Section 30310 of title 51,
United States Code, is amended by striking ``Section 526(a)
of the Energy Independence and Security Act of 2007 (42
U.S.C. 17142(a))'' and inserting ``Section 526 of the Energy
Independence and Security Act of 2007 (42 U.S.C. 17142)''.
(g) Enactment of Section 30311.--
(1) Chapter table of contents.--The chapter table of
contents of chapter 303 of title 51, United States Code, is
amended by adding at the end the following:
``30311. Counterfeit parts.''.
(2) Enactment of section.--Chapter 303 of title 51, United
States Code, is amended by adding at the end the following:
``Sec. 30311. Counterfeit parts
``(a) In General.--The Administrator shall plan, develop,
and implement a program, in coordination with other Federal
agencies, to detect, track, catalog, and reduce the number of
counterfeit electronic parts in the Administration supply
chain.
``(b) Requirements.--In carrying out the program, the
Administrator shall establish--
``(1) counterfeit part identification training for all
employees who procure, process, distribute, and install
electronic parts that will--
``(A) teach employees how to identify counterfeit parts;
``(B) educate employees on procedures to follow if they
suspect a part is counterfeit;
``(C) regularly update employees on new threats,
identification techniques, and reporting requirements; and
``(D) integrate industry associations, manufacturers,
suppliers, and other Federal agencies, as appropriate;
``(2) an internal database to track all suspected and
confirmed counterfeit electronic parts that will maintain, at
a minimum--
``(A) companies and individuals known and suspected of
selling counterfeit parts;
``(B) parts known and suspected of being counterfeit,
including lot and date codes, part numbers, and part images;
``(C) countries of origin;
``(D) sources of reporting;
``(E) United States Customs seizures; and
``(F) Government-Industry Data Exchange Program reports and
other public- or private-sector database notifications; and
``(3) a mechanism--
``(A) to report all information on suspected and confirmed
counterfeit electronic parts to law enforcement agency
databases, industry association databases, and other
databases; and
``(B) to issue bulletins to industry on counterfeit
electronic parts and related counterfeit activity.
``(c) Review of Procurement and Acquisition Policy.--
``(1) In general.--In establishing the program, the
Administrator shall amend acquisition and procurement policy
in effect on October 11, 2010, to require the purchase of
electronic parts from trusted or approved manufacturers. To
determine trusted or approved manufacturers, the
Administrator shall establish a list, assessed and adjusted
at least annually, and create criteria for manufacturers to
meet in order to be placed on the list.
``(2) Criteria.--The criteria may include--
``(A) authentication or encryption codes;
``(B) embedded security markings in parts;
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``(C) unique, hard-to-copy labels and markings;
``(D) identification of distinct lot and serial codes on
external packaging;
``(E) radio frequency identification embedded into high-
value parts;
``(F) physical destruction of all defective, damaged, and
sub-standard parts that are by-products of the manufacturing
process;
``(G) testing certifications;
``(H) maintenance of procedures for handling any
counterfeit parts that slip through;
``(I) maintenance of secure facilities to prevent
unauthorized access to proprietary information; and
``(J) maintenance of product return, buy back, and
inventory control practices that limit counterfeiting.''.
(h) Enactment of Sections 30505 and 30506.--
(1) Chapter table of contents.--The chapter table of
contents of chapter 305 of title 51, United States Code, is
amended by adding at the end the following:
``30505. Information security.
``30506. Workforce development for minority and underrepresented
groups.''.
(2) Enactment of sections.--Chapter 305 of title 51, United
States Code, is amended by adding at the end the following:
``Sec. 30505. Information security
``(a) Definition of Information Infrastructure.--In this
section, the term `information infrastructure' means the
underlying framework that information systems and assets rely
on to process, transmit, receive, or store information
electronically, including programmable electronic devices and
communications networks and any associated hardware,
software, or data.
``(b) Monitoring Risk.--
``(1) Biennial update on system implementation.--On a
biennial basis, the Chief Information Officer of the
Administration, in coordination with other national security
agencies, shall provide to the Committee on Commerce,
Science, and Transportation of the Senate and the Committee
on Science, Space, and Technology of the House of
Representatives--
``(A) an update on efforts to implement a system to provide
dynamic, comprehensive, real-time information regarding risk
of unauthorized remote, proximity, and insider use or access,
for all information infrastructure under the responsibility
of the Chief Information Officer, and mission-related
networks, including contractor networks;
``(B) an assessment of whether the system has demonstrably
and quantifiably reduced network risk compared with
alternative methods of measuring security; and
``(C) an assessment of the progress that each center and
facility has made toward implementing the system.
``(2) Existing assessments.--The assessments required of
the Inspector General under section 3555 of title 44 shall
evaluate the effectiveness of the system described in this
subsection.
``(c) Information Security Awareness and Education.--
``(1) In general.--In consultation with the Department of
Education, other national security agencies, and other agency
directorates, the Chief Information Officer shall institute
an information security awareness and education program for
all operators and users of Administration information
infrastructure, with the goal of reducing unauthorized
remote, proximity, and insider use or access.
``(2) Program requirements.--
``(A) Briefings, exercises, and examinations.--The program
shall include, at a minimum, ongoing classified and
unclassified threat-based briefings, and automated exercises
and examinations that simulate common attack techniques.
``(B) Participation.--All agency employees and contractors
engaged in the operation or use of agency information
infrastructure shall participate in the program.
``(C) Access.--Access to Administration information
infrastructure shall be granted only to operators and users
who regularly satisfy the requirements of the program.
``(D) Rewarding achievement.--The Chief Human Capital
Officer of the Administration, in consultation with the Chief
Information Officer, shall create a system to reward
operators and users of agency information infrastructure for
continuous high achievement in the program.
``Sec. 30506. Workforce development for minority and
underrepresented groups
``(a) Addressing Impediments.--To the extent practicable,
the Administrator shall take all necessary steps to address
any impediments identified in the assessment described in
subsection (b).
``(b) Assessment.--The assessment referred to in subsection
(a) is the independent assessment of impediments to space
science and engineering workforce development for minority
and underrepresented groups at the Administration that was
prepared under section 203(a) of the America COMPETES
Reauthorization Act of 2010 (Public Law 111-358, 124 Stat.
3994).''.
(i) Revision of Section 30704.--Section 30704(2) of title
51, United States Code, is amended by striking ``the Buy
American Act (41 U.S.C. 10a et seq.)'' and inserting
``chapter 83 of title 41''.
(j) Enactment of Section 30705.--
(1) Chapter table of contents.--The chapter table of
contents of chapter 307 of title 51, United States Code, is
amended by adding at the end the following:
``30705. Limitation on international agreements concerning outer space
activities.''.
(2) Enactment of section.--Chapter 307 of title 51, United
States Code, is amended by adding at the end the following:
``Sec. 30705. Limitation on international agreements
concerning outer space activities
``(a) Definitions.--In this section:
``(1) Congressional defense committees.--The term
`congressional defense committees' means--
``(A) the Committee on Armed Services and the Committee on
Appropriations of the Senate; and
``(B) the Committee on Armed Services and the Committee on
Appropriations of the House of Representatives.
``(2) Covered congressional committees.--The term `covered
congressional committees' means--
``(A) the Committee on Armed Services, the Committee on
Foreign Relations, and the Select Committee on Intelligence
of the Senate; and
``(B) the Committee on Armed Services, the Committee on
Foreign Affairs, and the Permanent Select Committee on
Intelligence of the House of Representatives.
``(b) Certification.--If the United States becomes a
signatory to a non-legally binding international agreement
concerning an International Code of Conduct for Outer Space
Activities or any similar agreement, at the same time as the
United States becomes a signatory--
``(1) the President shall submit to the congressional
defense committees, the Permanent Select Committee on
Intelligence of the House of Representatives, and the Select
Committee on Intelligence of the Senate a certification that
the agreement has no legally binding effect or basis for
limiting the activities of the United States in outer space;
and
``(2) the Secretary of Defense, the Chairman of the Joint
Chiefs of Staff, and the Director of National Intelligence
shall jointly submit to the congressional defense committees
a certification that the agreement is equitable, enhances
national security, and has no militarily significant impact
on the ability of the United States to conduct military or
intelligence activities in space.
``(c) Briefings and Notifications Required.--
``(1) Restatement of policy formulation under the arms
control and disarmament act with respect to outer space.--No
action shall be taken that would obligate the United States
to reduce or limit the Armed Forces or armaments of the
United States in outer space in a militarily significant
manner, except pursuant to the treaty-making power of the
President under article II, section 2, clause II of the
Constitution or unless authorized by the enactment of further
affirmative legislation by Congress.
``(2) Briefings.--
``(A) Requirement.--The Secretary of Defense, the Secretary
of State, and the Director of National Intelligence shall
jointly provide to the covered congressional committees
regular, detailed updates on the negotiation of a non-legally
binding international agreement concerning an International
Code of Conduct for Outer Space Activities or any similar
agreement.
``(B) Termination of requirement.--The requirement to
provide regular briefings under subparagraph (A) shall
terminate on the date on which the United States becomes a
signatory to an agreement referred to in subparagraph (A), or
on the date on which the President certifies to Congress that
the United States is no longer negotiating an agreement
referred to in subparagraph (A), whichever is earlier.
``(3) Notifications.--If the United States becomes a
signatory to a non-legally binding international agreement
concerning an International Code of Conduct for Outer Space
Activities or any similar agreement, not less than 60 days
prior to any action that would obligate the United States to
reduce or limit the Armed Forces, armaments, or activities of
the United States in outer space, the head of each department
or agency of the Federal Government that would be affected by
the action shall submit to Congress a notice of the action
and its effect on the department or agency.''.
(k) Redesignation of Chapter 315 as Chapter 399.--
(1) Reserved chapters.--Title 51, United States Code, is
amended by inserting after section 31302 the following:
``CHAPTERS 317 THROUGH 397--RESERVED''.
(2) Redesignation of chapter.--Title 51, United States
Code, is amended by redesignating chapter 315 as chapter 399.
(3) Redesignation of sections.--Chapter 399 of title 51,
United States Code (as redesignated by paragraph (2)), is
amended--
(A) in the chapter table of contents, by redesignating the
items for sections 31501 through 31505 as items for sections
39901 through 39905, respectively; and
(B) by redesignating sections 31501 through 31505 as
sections 39901 through 39905, respectively.
(l) Enactment of Chapter 315.--
(1) Enactment of chapter.--
(A) Content.--Title 51, United States Code, as amended by
subsection (k), is amended by inserting after chapter 313
(and before ``CHAPTERS 317 THROUGH 397-RESERVED'' as inserted
by subsection (k)(1)) the following:
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``Chapter 315--FACILITIES AND INFRASTRUCTURE
``Sec.
``31501. Policy and plan.
``31502. Maintenance and upgrade of center facilities.
``Sec. 31501. Policy and plan
``(a) Policy.--It is the policy of the United States that
the Administration maintain reliable and efficient facilities
and infrastructure and that decisions on whether to dispose
of, maintain, or modernize existing facilities or
infrastructure be made in the context of meeting future
Administration needs.
``(b) Plan.--
``(1) In general.--The Administrator shall develop a
facilities and infrastructure plan.
``(2) Goal.--The goal of the plan is to position the
Administration to have the facilities and infrastructure,
including laboratories, tools, and approaches, necessary to
meet future Administration and other Federal agencies'
laboratory needs.
``(3) Contents.--The plan shall identify--
``(A) current Administration and other Federal agency
laboratory needs;
``(B) future Administration research and development and
testing needs;
``(C) a strategy for identifying facilities and
infrastructure that are candidates for disposal, which
strategy is consistent with the national strategic direction
set forth in--
``(i) the National Space Policy;
``(ii) the National Aeronautics Research, Development,
Test, and Evaluation Infrastructure Plan;
``(iii) the National Aeronautics and Space Administration
Authorization Act of 2005 (Public Law 109-155, 119 Stat.
2895), the National Aeronautics and Space Administration
Authorization Act of 2008 (Public Law 110-422, 122 Stat.
4779), and the National Aeronautics and Space Administration
Authorization Act of 2010 (Public Law 111-267, 124 Stat.
2805); and
``(iv) the human exploration roadmap under section 71721 of
this title;
``(D) a strategy for the maintenance, repair, upgrading,
and modernization of Administration facilities and
infrastructure, including laboratories and equipment;
``(E) criteria for--
``(i) prioritizing deferred maintenance tasks;
``(ii) maintaining, repairing, upgrading, or modernizing
Administration facilities and infrastructure; and
``(iii) implementing processes, plans, and policies for
guiding the Administration's centers on whether to maintain,
repair, upgrade, or modernize a facility or infrastructure
and for determining the type of instrument to be used;
``(F) an assessment of modifications needed to maximize
usage of facilities that offer unique and highly specialized
benefits to the aerospace industry and the American public;
and
``(G) implementation steps, including a timeline,
milestones, and an estimate of resources required for
carrying out the plan.
``(c) Requirement To Establish Policy.--
``(1) In general.--Not later than 180 days after March 21,
2017, the Administrator shall establish and make publicly
available a policy that guides the Administration's use of
existing authorities to out-grant, lease, excess to the
General Services Administration, sell, decommission,
demolish, or otherwise transfer property, facilities, or
infrastructure.
``(2) Criteria.--The policy shall include criteria for the
use of authorities, best practices, standardized procedures,
and guidelines for how to appropriately manage property,
facilities, and infrastructure.
``(d) Submission to Congress.--Not later than 1 year after
March 21, 2017, the Administrator shall submit to the
Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation of the
Senate and the Committee on Science, Space, and Technology of
the House of Representatives the plan developed under
subsection (b).''.
(B) Typeface.--The chapter heading of chapter 315 of title
51, United States Code, as inserted by subparagraph (A), is
amended so that the typeface of that chapter heading conforms
to the typeface of other chapter headings in title 51, United
States Code.
(2) Redesignation of section 39902 as section 31502.--
(A) Redesignation and transfer.--Section 39902 of title 51,
United States Code, as redesignated by subsection (k)(3)(B),
is redesignated as section 31502 of title 51, United States
Code, and transferred to appear after section 31501 of title
51, United States Code, as inserted by paragraph (1).
(B) Amendment of section 31502.--Section 31502 of title 51,
United States Code, as redesignated and transferred by
subparagraph (A), is amended--
(i) in the heading, by striking ``Maintenance of
facilities'' and inserting ``Maintenance and upgrade of
center facilities'';
(ii) by striking ``healthy Centers'' and inserting
``healthy centers''; and
(iii) by striking ``Center facilities'' and inserting
``center facilities''.
(C) Conforming amendments to chapter 399.--Chapter 399 of
title 51, United States Code, as redesignated and amended by
subsections (k) and (l)(2)(A), is amended--
(i) in the chapter table of contents--
(I) by striking the item relating to section 39902; and
(II) by redesignating the items relating to sections 39903,
39904, and 39905 as items relating to sections 39902, 39903,
and 39904, respectively; and
(ii) by redesignating sections 39903, 39904, and 39905 as
sections 39902, 39903, and 39904, respectively.
(m) Revision of Section 39901.--Section 39901 of title 51,
United States Code (as redesignated by subsection (k)(3)), is
amended--
(1) by redesignating the existing text as subsection (a)
and inserting the subsection heading ``Technologies To
Decrease Risk.--''; and
(2) by adding at the end the following:
``(b) International Discussion.--
``(1) In general.--The Administrator shall, in consultation
with such other departments and agencies of the Federal
Government as the Administrator considers appropriate,
continue and strengthen discussions with the representatives
of other space-faring countries, within the Inter-Agency
Space Debris Coordination Committee and elsewhere, to deal
with orbital debris mitigation.
``(2) Interagency effort.--For purposes of carrying out
this subsection, the Director of the Office of Science and
Technology Policy, in coordination with the Director of the
National Security Council and using the President's Council
of Advisors on Science and Technology coordinating mechanism,
shall develop an overall strategy for review by the
President, with recommendations for proposed international
collaborative efforts to address the challenge of orbital
debris mitigation.''.
(n) Redesignation of Chapter 409 as Chapter 499.--
(1) Reserved chapters.--Title 51, United States Code, is
amended by inserting after section 40704 the following:
``CHAPTERS 411 THROUGH 497--RESERVED''.
(2) Redesignation of chapter.--Title 51, United States
Code, is amended by redesignating chapter 409 as chapter 499.
(3) Redesignation of sections.--Chapter 499 of title 51,
United States Code (as redesignated by paragraph (2)), is
amended--
(A) in the chapter table of contents, by redesignating the
items for sections 40901 through 40909 as items for sections
49901 through 49909, respectively; and
(B) by redesignating sections 40901 through 40909 as
sections 49901 through 49909, respectively.
(o) Enactment of Chapter 409.--Title 51, United States
Code, is amended by inserting after chapter 407 (and before
``CHAPTERS 411 THROUGH 497--RESERVED'' as inserted by
subsection (n)(1)) the following:
``Chapter 409--AERONAUTICS AND SPACE TECHNOLOGY
``Sec.
``40901. Aeronautics research goals.
``40902. Research collaboration.
``40903. Goal for Administration space technology.
``40904. National space technology policy.
``40905. Commercial Reusable Suborbital Research Program.
``Sec. 40901. Aeronautics research goals
``The Administrator should ensure that the Administration
maintains a strong aeronautics research portfolio ranging
from fundamental research through systems research with
specific research goals, including the following:
``(1) Airspace capacity.--The Administration's Aeronautics
Research Mission Directorate shall address research needs of
the Next Generation Air Transportation System, including the
ability of the National Airspace System to handle up to 3
times the current travel demand by 2025.
``(2) Environmental sustainability.--The Directorate
shall--
``(A) consider and pursue concepts to reduce noise,
emissions, and fuel consumption while maintaining high safety
standards; and
``(B) pursue research relating to alternative fuels.
``(3) Aviation safety.--The Directorate shall proactively
address safety challenges with new and current air vehicles
and with operations in the Nation's current and future air
transportation system.
``Sec. 40902. Research collaboration
``(a) Department of Defense.--The Administrator shall
continue to coordinate with the Secretary of Defense, through
the National Partnership for Aeronautics Testing, to develop
and implement joint plans for those elements of the Nation's
research, development, testing, and engineering
infrastructure that are of common interest and use.
``(b) Federal Aviation Administration.--The Administrator
shall continue to coordinate with, and work closely with, the
Administrator of the Federal Aviation Administration, under
the framework of the Senior Policy Council, in the
development of the Next Generation Air Transportation
Program. The Administrator shall encourage the Council to
explore areas for greater collaboration, including areas in
which the Administration can help to accelerate the
development and demonstration of NextGen technologies.
``Sec. 40903. Goal for Administration space technology
``Building on its Innovative Partnerships Program and other
partnering approaches, it is critical that the Administration
maintain an Administration space technology base that helps
align mission directorate investments and supports long term
needs--
``(1) to complement mission-directorate funded research;
and
``(2) where appropriate, to support multiple users.
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``Sec. 40904. National space technology policy
``(a) In General.--The President, in consultation with
appropriate Federal agencies, shall develop a national policy
to guide the space technology development programs of the
United States through 2020. The policy shall include national
goals for technology development and shall describe the role
and responsibilities of each Federal agency that will carry
out the policy. In developing the policy, the President shall
utilize external studies that have been conducted on the
state of United States technology development and have
suggested policies to ensure continued competitiveness.
``(b) Content.--At a minimum, the national space technology
development policy shall describe for the Administration--
``(1) the priority areas of research for technology
investment;
``(2) the basis on which and the process by which
priorities for ensuing fiscal years will be selected;
``(3) the facilities and personnel needed to carry out the
technology development program; and
``(4) the budget assumptions on which the policy is based,
which for fiscal years 2011, 2012, and 2013 shall be the
authorized level for the Administration's technology program
authorized by the National Aeronautics and Space
Administration Authorization Act of 2010 (Public Law 111-267,
124 Stat. 2805).
``(c) Policy Premise.--The policy shall be based on the
premise that the Federal Government has an established
interest in conducting research and development programs that
help preserve the role of the United States as a global
leader in space technologies and their application.
``(d) Considerations.--In developing the national space
technology development policy, the President shall consider
the following issues:
``(1) Long term and incremental development.--The extent to
which the Administration should focus on long term, high-risk
research or more incremental technology development, and the
expected impact of that decision on the United States
economy.
``(2) Military and commercial needs.--The extent to which
the Administration should address military and commercial
needs.
``(3) Coordination with federal agencies.--How the
Administration will coordinate its technology program with
other Federal agencies.
``(4) Administration, university, and industry research.--
The extent to which the Administration will conduct research
in-house, fund university research, and collaborate on
industry research and the expected impact of that mix of
funding on the supply of United States workers for industry.
``(e) Consultation.--In the development of the national
space technology development policy, the President shall
consult widely with academic and industry experts and with
Federal agencies. The Administrator may enter into an
arrangement with the National Academy of Sciences to help
develop the policy.
``Sec. 40905. Commercial Reusable Suborbital Research Program
``(a) Finding That Suborbital Science Missions Are
Critical.--The report entitled Revitalizing NASA's Suborbital
Program: Advancing Science, Driving Innovation, and
Developing a Workforce (prepared by the Committee on NASA's
Suborbital Research Capabilities, Space Studies Board,
Division on Engineering and Physical Sciences, National
Research Council of the National Academies) found that
suborbital science missions are absolutely critical to
building an aerospace workforce capable of meeting the needs
of current and future human and robotic space exploration.
``(b) Establishment.--The Administrator shall establish a
Commercial Reusable Suborbital Research Program within the
Space Technology Program.
``(c) Management.--The Administrator shall designate an
officer or employee of the Space Technology Program to act as
the responsible official for the Commercial Reusable
Suborbital Research Program. The designee shall be
responsible for the development of short- and long-term
strategic plans for maintaining, renewing, and extending
suborbital facilities and capabilities.
``(d) Activities.--The Commercial Reusable Suborbital
Research Program--
``(1) shall fund the development of payloads for scientific
research, technology development, and education;
``(2) shall provide flight opportunities to microgravity
environments and suborbital altitudes for the payloads
referred to in paragraph (1);
``(3) may fund engineering and integration demonstrations,
proofs of concept, or educational experiments for commercial
reusable vehicle flights; and
``(4) shall endeavor to work with the Administration's
mission directorates to help achieve the Administration's
research, technology, and education goals.
``(e) Report.--The Administrator shall annually submit to
the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation of the
Senate and the Committee on Science, Space, and Technology of
the House of Representatives a report describing progress in
carrying out the Commercial Reusable Suborbital Research
program, including the number and type of suborbital missions
planned in each fiscal year.''.
(p) Enactment of Sections 49910 Through 49912.--
(1) Chapter table of contents.--The chapter table of
contents of chapter 499 of title 51, United States Code (as
redesignated and amended by subsection (n)), is amended by
adding at the end the following:
``49910. Programs to support STEM education.
``49911. Supporting women's involvement in the fields of aerospace and
space exploration.
``49912. Internship and fellowship opportunities.''.
(2) Enactment of sections.--Chapter 499 of title 51, United
States Code (as redesignated and amended by subsection (n)),
is amended by adding at the end the following:
``Sec. 49910. Programs to support STEM education
``(a) Definition of STEM.--In this section, the term `STEM'
means the academic and professional disciplines of science,
technology, engineering, and mathematics.
``(b) Educational Program Goals.--The Administration shall
develop and maintain educational programs to--
``(1) carry out and support research-based programs and
activities designed to increase student interest and
participation in STEM, including students from minority and
underrepresented groups;
``(2) improve public literacy in STEM;
``(3) employ proven strategies and methods for improving
student learning and teaching in STEM;
``(4) provide curriculum support materials and other
resources that--
``(A) are designed to be integrated with comprehensive STEM
education;
``(B) are aligned with national science education
standards; and
``(C) promote the adoption and implementation of high-
quality education practices that build toward college and
career-readiness; and
``(5) create and support opportunities for enhanced and
ongoing professional development for teachers using best
practices that improve the STEM content and knowledge of the
teachers, including through programs linking STEM teachers
with STEM educators at the higher education level.
``(c) Cybersecurity in STEM Programs.--In carrying out any
STEM education program of the Administration, including a
program of the Office of STEM Engagement, the Administrator
shall, to the maximum extent practicable, encourage the
inclusion of cybersecurity education opportunities in the
program.
``Sec. 49911. Supporting women's involvement in the fields of
aerospace and space exploration
``The Administrator shall encourage women and girls to
study science, technology, engineering, and mathematics,
pursue careers in aerospace, and further advance the Nation's
space science and exploration efforts through support of the
following initiatives:
``(1) NASA GIRLS and NASA BOYS.
``(2) Aspire to Inspire.
``(3) Summer Institute in Science, Technology, Engineering,
and Research.
``Sec. 49912. Internship and fellowship opportunities
``Not later than October 1, 2018, the Administrator shall
institute a process to encourage the recruitment of qualified
candidates who are women or individuals who are
underrepresented in the fields of science, technology,
engineering, and mathematics (STEM) and computer science for
internships and fellowships at the Administration with
relevance to the aerospace sector and related fields.''.
(q) Revision of Section 50905.--Section 50905 of title 51,
United States Code, is amended--
(1) in the 2d sentence of subsection (a)(1), by striking
``subsection (b)(2)(D)'' and inserting ``subsection
(b)(2)(E)'';
(2) in the 3d sentence of subsection (a)(1), by striking
``subsection (b)(2)(D)'' and inserting ``subsection
(b)(2)(E)'';
(3) in the last sentence of subsection (a)(1), by striking
``Committee on Science'' and inserting ``Committee on
Science, Space, and Technology'';
(4) in subsection (b)(4)(B), by striking ``the date of
enactment of the Commercial Space Launch Amendments Act of
2004'' and inserting ``December 23, 2004'';
(5) in subsection (b)(6)(A), by striking ``the date of
enactment of the Commercial Space Launch Amendments Act of
2004'' and inserting ``December 23, 2004''; and
(6) in subsection (b)(6)(B), by striking ``the date of
enactment of the Commercial Space Launch Amendments Act of
2004'' and inserting ``December 23, 2004''.
(r) Revision of Section 50922.--Section 50922 of title 51,
United States Code, is amended--
(1) in subsection (a) (matter before paragraph (1)), by
striking ``the date of the enactment of this section,'' and
inserting ``October 28, 1998,'';
(2) in subsection (b) (matter before paragraph (1)), by
striking ``the date of the enactment of this section,'' and
inserting ``October 28, 1998,'';
(3) in subsection (c)(1)--
(A) by striking ``the date of enactment of the Commercial
Space Launch Amendments Act of 2004,'' and inserting
``December 23, 2004,'';
(B) by striking ``that Act,'' and inserting ``the
Commercial Space Launch Amendments Act of 2004,''; and
(C) by striking ``such date of enactment,'' and inserting
``December 23, 2004,'';
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(4) in subsection (c)(2)(A)--
(A) by striking ``the date of enactment of the Commercial
Space Launch Amendments Act of 2004,'' and inserting
``December 23, 2004,''; and
(B) by striking ``the Congress.'' and inserting
``Congress.'';
(5) in subsection (d)(2)--
(A) by striking ``the date of enactment of the Commercial
Space Launch Amendments Act of 2004,'' and inserting
``December 23, 2004,''; and
(B) by striking ``that Act'' and inserting ``the Commercial
Space Launch Amendments Act of 2004''; and
(6) in subsection (d)(3), by striking ``the date of
enactment of the Commercial Space Launch Amendments Act of
2004'' and inserting ``December 23, 2004,''.
(s) Revision of Chapter 515.--
(1) Table of contents.--Chapter 515 of title 51, United
States Code, is amended by inserting after the chapter
heading the following:
``Sec.
``51501. Establishment of Office of Spaceports.''.
(2) Revision of section 51501.--Section 51501 of title 51,
United States Code, is amended--
(A) by redesignating subsections (a), (b), (c), (d), and
(e) as subsections (b), (c), (d), (e), and (a), respectively,
and transferring subsection (a), as redesignated, to appear
at the beginning of the section;
(B) in the heading for subsection (a), as redesignated, by
striking ``Definition'' and inserting ``Definition of
Spaceport'';
(C) in subsection (a), as redesignated, by inserting a
comma after ``In this section'';
(D) in subsection (b), as redesignated, by striking ``the
date of enactment of this section,'' and inserting ``October
5, 2018,''; and
(E) in subsection (d), as redesignated--
(i) by striking ``functions assigned in subsection (b),''
and inserting ``functions assigned in subsection (c),''; and
(ii) by striking ``host'' from the end of the matter before
paragraph (1) and inserting ``host'' at the beginning of
paragraph (1).
(t) Enactment of Chapter 517.--Title 51, United States
Code, is amended by inserting after chapter 515 the
following:
``Chapter 517--DEVELOPMENT AND USE OF COMMERCIAL CARGO AND CREW
TRANSPORTATION CAPABILITIES
``Sec.
``51701. Commercial development of cargo transportation capabilities.
``51702. Commercial development of crew transportation capabilities.
``51703. Commercial Crew Program.
``51704. Policy regarding fair and open competition for space
transportation services.
``51705. Transparency.
``Sec. 51701. Commercial development of cargo transportation
capabilities
``The Administrator shall continue to support the existing
Commercial Resupply Services program, aimed at enabling the
commercial space industry in support of the Administration to
develop reliable means of launching cargo and supplies to the
International Space Station throughout the duration of the
facility's operation. The Administrator may apply funds
toward the reduction of risk to the timely start of the
services, specifically--
``(1) efforts to conduct a flight test;
``(2) the acceleration of development; and
``(3) the development of the ground infrastructure needed
for commercial cargo capability.
``Sec. 51702. Commercial development of crew transportation
capabilities
``For the duration of the commercial crew development
program, the Administrator may support follow-on commercially
developed crew transportation systems dependent on the
completion of each of the following:
``(1) Human rating requirements.--The Administrator shall
develop and make available to the public detailed human
rating processes and requirements to guide the design of
commercially developed crew transportation capabilities,
which requirements shall be at least equivalent to proven
requirements for crew transportation in use as of October 11,
2010.
``(2) Procurement system review.--
``(A) Review of current practices and processes.--The
Administrator shall review current Government procurement and
acquisition practices and processes, including agreement
authorities under chapter 201 of this title, to determine the
most cost-effective means of procuring commercial crew
transportation capabilities and related services in a manner
that ensures appropriate accountability, transparency, and
maximum efficiency in the procurement of the capabilities and
services. The review shall include identification of proposed
measures to address--
``(i) risk management and means of indemnification of
commercial providers of the capabilities and services;
``(ii) quality control;
``(iii) safety oversight; and
``(iv) the application of Federal oversight processes
within the jurisdiction of other Federal agencies.
``(B) Review of proposed procurement.--A description of the
proposed procurement process and justification of the
proposed procurement for its selection shall be included in
any proposed initiation of procurement activity for
commercially developed crew transportation capabilities and
services and shall be subject to review by the Committee on
Commerce, Science, and Transportation of the Senate and the
Committee on Science, Space, and Technology of the House of
Representatives before the initiation of any competitive
process to procure the capabilities or services. In support
of the review by the committees, the Comptroller General
shall undertake an assessment of the proposed procurement
process and provide a report to the committees not later than
90 days after the date on which the Administrator provides
the description and justification to the committees.
``(3) Use of government-supplied capabilities and
infrastructure.--In evaluating any proposed development
activity for commercially developed crew or cargo launch
capabilities, the Administrator shall identify the
anticipated contribution of Government personnel, expertise,
technologies, and infrastructure to be utilized in support of
design, development, or operations of the capabilities. This
assessment shall include a clear delineation of the full
requirements for the commercial crew service (including the
contingency for crew rescue). The Administrator shall include
details and associated costs of such support as part of any
proposed development initiative for the procurement of
commercially developed crew or cargo launch capabilities or
services.
``(4) Flight demonstration and readiness requirements.--The
Administrator shall establish appropriate milestones and
minimum performance objectives to be achieved before
authority is granted to proceed to the procurement of
commercially developed crew transportation capabilities or
services. The guidelines shall include a procedure to provide
independent assurance of flight safety and flight readiness
before the authorization of United States government
personnel to participate as crew onboard any commercial
launch vehicle developed pursuant to this section.
``(5) Commercial crew rescue capabilities.--The provision
of a commercial capability to provide International Space
Station crew services shall include crew rescue requirements,
and shall be undertaken through the procurement process
initiated in conformance with this section. In the event such
development is initiated, the Administrator shall make
available any relevant government-owned intellectual property
deriving from the development of a multipurpose crew vehicle
authorized by this section and sections 71522 and 71523 of
this title to commercial entities involved with such crew
rescue capability development which shall be relevant to the
design of a crew rescue capability. In addition, the
Administrator shall seek to ensure that contracts for
development of the multipurpose crew vehicle contain
provisions for the licensing of relevant intellectual
property to participating commercial providers of any crew
rescue capability development undertaken pursuant to this
section. If 1 or more contractors involved with development
of the multipurpose crew vehicle seek to compete in
development of a commercial crew service with crew rescue
capability, separate legislative authority must be enacted to
enable the Administrator to provide funding for any
modifications of the multipurpose crew vehicle necessary to
fulfill the International Space Station crew rescue function.
``Sec. 51703. Commercial Crew Program
``(a) Objective.--The objective of the Commercial Crew
Program shall be to assist in the development and
certification of commercially provided transportation that--
``(1) can carry United States government astronauts
(meaning a United States government astronaut as defined in
section 50902 of this title, except it does not include an
individual who is an international partner astronaut) safely,
reliably, and affordably to and from the International Space
Station;
``(2) can serve as a crew rescue vehicle; and
``(3) can accomplish the goals stated in paragraphs (1) and
(2) as soon as practicable.
``(b) Primary Consideration.--The objective described in
subsection (a) shall be the primary consideration in the
acquisition strategy for the Commercial Crew Program.
``(c) Safety.--
``(1) In general.--The Administrator shall protect the
safety of government astronauts (as defined in section 50902
of this title) by ensuring that each commercially provided
transportation system under this section meets all applicable
human rating requirements in accordance with section 51702(1)
of this title.
``(2) Lessons learned.--Consistent with the findings and
recommendations of the Columbia Accident Investigation Board,
the Administration shall ensure that safety and the
minimization of the probability of loss of crew are the
critical priorities of the Commercial Crew Program.
``(d) Cost Minimization.--The Administrator shall strive
through the competitive selection process to minimize the
life cycle cost to the Administration through the planned
period of commercially provided crew transportation services.
``Sec. 51704. Policy regarding fair and open competition for
space transportation services
``It is the policy of the United States that, to foster the
competitive development, operation, improvement, and
commercial availability of space transportation services, and
to minimize the life cycle cost to the Administration, the
Administrator shall procure services for Federal Government
access to and return from the International Space Station,
whenever practicable, via fair and open competition for well-
defined, milestone-based, Federal Acquisition Regulation-
based contracts under section 71511(a) of this title.
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``Sec. 51705. Transparency
``The Administrator shall, to the greatest extent
practicable and in a manner that does not add costs or
schedule delays to the program, ensure all Commercial Crew
Program and Commercial Resupply Services Program providers
provide evidence-based support for their costs and
schedules.''.
(u) Revision of Section 60304.--
(1) Revision of section.--Section 60304 of title 51, United
States Code, is amended--
(A) in the section heading, by striking ``Program
evaluation'' and inserting ``Advisory committee'';
(B) in subsection (a), by striking the subsection
designation ``(a)'' and the subsection heading ``Advisory
Committee.--''; and
(C) by striking subsection (b).
(2) Conforming amendment.--The chapter table of contents of
chapter 603 of title 51, United States Code, is amended by
striking the item relating to section 60304 and inserting the
following:
``60304. Advisory committee.''.
(v) Enactment of Sections 60507 Through 60510.--
(1) Chapter table of contents.--The chapter table of
contents of chapter 605 of title 51, United States Code, is
amended by adding at the end the following:
``60507. Interagency collaboration implementation approach.
``60508. Transitioning experimental research to operations.
``60509. Decadal Survey missions implementation for Earth observation.
``60510. Instrument testbeds and venture class missions.''.
(2) Enactment of sections.--Chapter 605 of title 51, United
States Code, is amended by adding at the end the following:
``Sec. 60507. Interagency collaboration implementation
approach
``The Director of the Office of Science and Technology
Policy shall establish a mechanism to ensure greater
coordination of the research, operations, and activities
relating to civilian Earth observation of Federal agencies,
including the Administration, that have active programs that
contribute either directly or indirectly to those areas. The
mechanism should include the development of a strategic
implementation plan that is updated at least every 3 years
with a process for external independent advisory input. The
strategic implementation plan should include--
``(1) a description of the responsibilities of the various
Federal agency roles in Earth observations;
``(2) recommended cost-sharing and procurement arrangements
between Federal agencies and other entities, including
international arrangements; and
``(3) a plan for ensuring the provision of sustained, long-
term space-based climate observations.
``Sec. 60508. Transitioning experimental research to
operations
``Based on the implementation plan provided to Congress in
March 2011, the Administrator shall coordinate with the
Administrator of the National Oceanic and Atmospheric
Administration and the Director of the United States
Geological Survey to establish a formal mechanism that plans,
coordinates, and supports the transitioning of the research
findings, assets, and capabilities of the Administration to
the operations of the National Oceanic and Atmospheric
Administration and the United States Geological Survey. In
defining the mechanism, the Administration should consider
the establishment of a formal or informal interagency
transition office.
``Sec. 60509. Decadal Survey missions implementation for
Earth observation
``The Administrator shall undertake to implement, as
appropriate, missions identified in the National Research
Council's Earth Science Decadal Survey within the scope of
the funds authorized for the Earth Science Mission
Directorate.
``Sec. 60510. Instrument testbeds and venture class missions
``The Administrator shall pursue innovative ways to fly
instrument-level payloads for early demonstration or as co-
manifested payloads. Congress encourages the use of the
International Space Station as an accessible platform for the
conduct of such activities. Additionally, in order to address
the cost and schedule challenges associated with large flight
systems, the Administrator should pursue smaller systems to
the extent practicable and warranted.''.
(w) Revision of Chapter 709.--
(1) Chapter table of contents.--The chapter table of
contents of chapter 709 of title 51, United States Code, is
amended by adding at the end the following:
``70908. Continuation of the International Space Station.
``70909. Maximum utilization of the International Space Station.
``70910. Operation, maintenance, and maximum utilization of United
States segment.
``70911. Management of national laboratory.
``70912. Primary objectives of International Space Station program.''.
(2) Technical amendment to section 70902.--Section 70902 of
title 51, United States Code, is amended by striking
``section 40904'' and inserting ``section 49904''.
(3) Technical amendment to section 70903.--Section 70903(1)
of title 51, United States Code, is amended by striking
``section 40904'' and inserting ``section 49904''.
(4) Technical amendments to section 70904.--Section 70904
of title 51, United States Code, is amended--
(A) in subsection (b)(2), by striking ``section 40904'' and
inserting ``section 49904'';
(B) in subsection (b)(3), by striking ``Committee on
Science and Technology'' and inserting ``Committee on
Science, Space, and Technology''; and
(C) in subsection (c)(2), by striking ``Committee on
Science and Technology'' and inserting ``Committee on
Science, Space, and Technology''.
(5) Enactment of sections 70908 through 70912.--Chapter 709
of title 51, United States Code, is amended by adding at the
end the following:
``Sec. 70908. Continuation of the International Space Station
``(a) Policy.--It shall be the policy of the United States,
in consultation with its international partners in the
International Space Station program, to support full and
complete utilization of the International Space Station
through at least September 30, 2030.
``(b) Actions.--In furtherance of the policy set forth in
subsection (a), the Administration shall--
``(1) pursue international, commercial, and
intragovernmental means to maximize International Space
Station logistics supply, maintenance, and operational
capabilities, reduce risks to International Space Station
systems sustainability, and offset and minimize United States
operations costs relating to the International Space Station;
``(2) utilize, to the extent practicable, the International
Space Station for the development of capabilities and
technologies needed for the future of human space exploration
beyond low-Earth orbit; and
``(3) utilize, if practical and cost effective, the
International Space Station for Science Mission Directorate
missions in low-Earth orbit.
``Sec. 70909. Maximum utilization of the International Space
Station
``(a) In General.--With assembly of the International Space
Station complete, the Administration shall take steps to
maximize the productivity and use of the International Space
Station with respect to scientific and technological research
and development, advancement of space exploration, and
international collaboration.
``(b) Actions.--In carrying out subsection (a), the
Administration shall, at a minimum, undertake the following:
``(1) Innovative use of u.s. segment.--The United States
segment of the International Space Station, which has been
designated as a national laboratory, shall be developed,
managed, and utilized in a manner that enables the effective
and innovative use of the facility, as provided in section
70911 of this title.
``(2) International cooperation.--
``(A) Definition of near-earth space.--In this paragraph,
the term `near-Earth space' means the region of space that
includes low-Earth orbit and extends out to and includes geo-
synchronous orbit.
``(B) Use of international space station.--The
International Space Station shall continue to be utilized as
a key component of international efforts to build missions
and capabilities that further the development of a human
presence beyond near-Earth space and advance United States
security and economic goals. The Administrator shall actively
seek ways to encourage and enable the use of International
Space Station capabilities to support those efforts.
``(3) Domestic collaboration.--The operations, management,
and utilization of the International Space Station shall be
conducted in a manner that provides opportunities for
collaboration with other research programs and objectives of
the United States Government in cooperation with commercial
suppliers, users, and developers.
``Sec. 70910. Operation, maintenance, and maximum utilization
of United States segment
``(a) In General.--The Administrator shall take all actions
necessary to ensure the safe and effective operation,
maintenance, and maximum utilization of the United States
segment of the International Space Station through at least
September 30, 2030.
``(b) Planning, Management, and Support.--Utilization of
research facilities and capabilities aboard the International
Space Station (other than exploration-related research and
technology development facilities and capabilities, and
associated ground support and logistics) shall be planned,
managed, and supported as provided in section 70911 of this
title. Exploration-related research and technology
development facilities, capabilities, and associated ground
support and logistics shall be planned, managed, and
supported by the appropriate Administration organizations and
officials in a manner that does not interfere with other
activities under section 70911 of this title.
``Sec. 70911. Management of national laboratory
``(a) Cooperative Agreement With Not-for-Profit
Organization for Management of National Laboratory.--
``(1) In general.--The Administrator shall provide initial
financial assistance and enter into a cooperative agreement
with an appropriate organization that is exempt from taxation
under section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986
(26 U.S.C. 501(c)(3)) to manage the activities of the
International Space Station national laboratory in accordance
with this section.
``(2) Qualifications.--The organization with which the
Administrator enters into
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the cooperative agreement shall develop the capabilities to
implement research and development projects utilizing the
International Space Station national laboratory and to
otherwise manage the activities of the International Space
Station national laboratory.
``(3) Prohibition on other activities.--The cooperative
agreement shall require the organization entering into the
agreement to engage exclusively in activities relating to the
management of the International Space Station national
laboratory and activities that promote its long-term research
and development mission as required by this section, without
any other organizational objectives or responsibilities on
behalf of the organization or any parent organization or
other entity.
``(b) Administration Liaison.--
``(1) Designation.--The Administrator shall designate an
official or employee of the Space Operations Mission
Directorate of the Administration to act as liaison between
the Administration and the organization with which the
Administrator enters into a cooperative agreement under
subsection (a) with regard to the management of the
International Space Station national laboratory.
``(2) Consultation with liaison.--The cooperative agreement
shall require the organization entering into the agreement to
carry out its responsibilities under the agreement in
cooperation and consultation with the official or employee
designated under paragraph (1).
``(c) Planning and Coordination of National Laboratory
Research Activities.--The Administrator shall provide initial
financial assistance to the organization with which the
Administrator enters into a cooperative agreement under
subsection (a), in order for the organization to initiate the
following:
``(1) Planning and coordination of the International Space
Station national laboratory research activities.
``(2) Development and implementation of guidelines,
selection criteria, and flight support requirements for non-
Administration scientific utilization of International Space
Station research capabilities and facilities available in
United States-owned modules of the International Space
Station or in partner-owned facilities of the International
Space Station allocated to United States utilization by
international agreement.
``(3) Interaction with and integration of the International
Space Station National Laboratory Advisory Committee
established under section 70906 of this title with the
governance of the organization, and review of recommendations
provided by that Committee regarding agreements with non-
Administration departments and agencies of the United States
Government, academic institutions and consortia, and
commercial entities leading to the utilization of the
International Space Station national laboratory facilities.
``(4) Coordination of transportation requirements in
support of the International Space Station national
laboratory research and development objectives, including
provision for delivery of instruments, logistics support, and
related experiment materials, and provision for return to
Earth of collected samples, materials, and scientific
instruments in need of replacement or upgrade.
``(5) Cooperation with the Administration, other
departments and agencies of the United States Government, the
States, and commercial entities in ensuring the enhancement
and sustained operations of non-exploration-related research
payload ground support facilities for the International Space
Station, including the Space Life Sciences Laboratory, the
Space Station Processing Facility, and the Payload Operations
Integration Center.
``(6) Development and implementation of scientific outreach
and education activities designed to ensure effective
utilization of International Space Station research
capabilities, including the conduct of scientific assemblies,
conferences, and other fora for the presentation of research
findings, methods, and mechanisms for the dissemination of
non-restricted research findings and the development of
educational programs, course supplements, and interaction
with educational programs at all grade levels, including
student-focused research opportunities for conduct of
research in the International Space Station national
laboratory facilities.
``(7) Other matters relating to the utilization of the
International Space Station national laboratory facilities
for research and development as the Administrator considers
appropriate.
``(d) Research Capacity Allocation and Integration of
Research Payloads.--
``(1) Allocation of international space station research
capacity.--The International Space Station national
laboratory managed experiments shall be guaranteed access to,
and utilization of, not less than 50 percent of the United
States research capacity allocation, including power, cold
stowage, and requisite crew time onboard the International
Space Station through at least September 30, 2030. Access to
the International Space Station research capacity includes
provision for the adequate upmass and downmass capabilities
to utilize the International Space Station research capacity,
as available. The Administrator may allocate additional
capacity to the International Space Station national
laboratory should such capacity be in excess of
Administration research requirements.
``(2) Additional research capabilities.--If any
Administration research plan is determined to require
research capacity onboard the International Space Station
beyond the percentage allocated under paragraph (1), the
research plan shall be prepared in the form of a requested
research opportunity to be submitted to the process
established under this section for the consideration of
proposed research within the capacity allocated to the
International Space Station national laboratory. A proposal
for such a research plan may include the establishment of
partnerships with non-Administration institutions eligible to
propose research to be conducted within the International
Space Station national laboratory capacity. Until at least
September 30, 2030, the official or employee designated under
subsection (b) may grant an exception to this requirement in
the case of a proposed experiment considered essential for
purposes of preparing for exploration beyond low-Earth orbit,
as determined by joint agreement between the organization
with which the Administrator enters into a cooperative
agreement under subsection (a) and the official or employee
designated under subsection (b).
``(3) Research priorities and enhanced capacity.--The
organization with which the Administrator enters into the
cooperative agreement shall consider recommendations of the
National Academies Decadal Survey on Biological and Physical
Sciences in Space in establishing research priorities and in
developing proposed enhancements of research capacity and
opportunities for the International Space Station national
laboratory.
``(4) Responsibility for research payload.--The
Administration shall retain its roles and responsibilities in
providing research payload physical, analytical, and
operations integration during pre-flight, post-flight,
transportation, and orbital phases essential to ensure safe
and effective flight readiness and vehicle integration of
research activities approved and prioritized by the
organization with which the Administrator enters into the
cooperative agreement and the official or employee designated
under subsection (b).
``Sec. 70912. Primary objectives of International Space
Station program
``The primary objectives of the International Space Station
program shall be--
``(1) to achieve the long term goal and objectives under
section 71512 of this title; and
``(2) to pursue a research program that advances knowledge
and provides other benefits to the Nation.''.
(x) Revision of Section 71102.--Section 71102(1) of title
51, United States Code, is amended by striking ``attaching a
tracking device,'' and inserting ``attaching a tracking
device to,''.
(y) Enactment of Chapter 715.--Title 51, United States
Code, is amended as follows:
(1) Content.--Title 51, United States Code, is amended by
adding after chapter 713 the following:
``Chapter 715--HUMAN SPACE FLIGHT AND EXPLORATION
``SUBCHAPTER I--GENERAL PROVISIONS
``Sec.
``71501. Definitions.
``SUBCHAPTER II--POLICY, GOALS, AND OBJECTIVES
``71511. Human space flight policy.
``71512. Goals and objectives.
``SUBCHAPTER III--EXPANSION OF HUMAN SPACE FLIGHT BEYOND THE
INTERNATIONAL SPACE STATION AND LOW-EARTH ORBIT
``71521. Space Launch System as follow-on launch vehicle to the space
shuttle.
``71522. Multipurpose crew vehicle.
``71523. Utilization of existing workforce and assets in development of
Space Launch System and multipurpose crew vehicle.
``71524. Launch support and infrastructure modernization program.
``71525. Development of technologies and in-space capabilities for
beyond near-Earth space missions.
``SUBCHAPTER IV--SPACE SCIENCE
``71541. Technology development.
``71542. Suborbital research activities.
``71543. In-space servicing.
``71544. Ongoing restoration of radioisotope thermoelectric generator
material production.
``71545. Coordinated approach for robotic missions.
``71546. Near-Earth object survey and policy with respect to threats
posed.
``Subchapter I--GENERAL PROVISIONS
``Sec. 71501. Definitions
``In this chapter:
``(1) Cis-lunar space.--The term `cis-lunar space' means
the region of space from the Earth out to and including the
region around the surface of the Moon.
``(2) Deep space.--The term `deep space' means the region
of space beyond cis-lunar space.
``(3) Near-earth space.--The term `near-Earth space' means
the region of space that includes low-Earth orbit and extends
out to and includes geo-synchronous orbit.
``(4) Space launch system.--The term `Space Launch System'
means the follow-on Government-owned civil launch system
developed, managed, and operated by the Administration to
serve as a key component to expand human presence beyond low-
Earth orbit.
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``Subchapter II--POLICY, GOALS, AND OBJECTIVES
``Sec. 71511. Human space flight policy
``(a) Use of Non-United States Human Space Flight
Transportation Services.--
``(1) Definitions.--In this subsection:
``(A) Commercial provider.--The term `commercial provider'
means any person providing human space flight transportation
services, primary control of which is held by persons other
than the Federal Government, a State or local government, or
a foreign government.
``(B) Qualified foreign entity.--The term `qualified
foreign entity' means a foreign entity that is in compliance
with all applicable safety standards and is not prohibited
from providing space transportation services under other law.
``(C) United states commercial provider.--The term `United
States commercial provider' means a commercial provider,
organized under the laws of the United States or of a State,
that is more than 50 percent owned by United States
nationals.
``(2) In general.--The Federal Government may not acquire
human space flight transportation services from a foreign
entity unless--
``(A) no United States Government-operated human space
flight capability is available;
``(B) no United States commercial provider is available;
and
``(C) it is a qualified foreign entity.
``(3) Arrangements with foreign entities.--Nothing in this
subsection shall prevent the Administrator from negotiating
or entering into human space flight transportation
arrangements with foreign entities to ensure safety of flight
and continued International Space Station operations.
``(b) United States Human Space Flight Capabilities.--
Congress reaffirms the policy stated in section 70501(a) of
this title that the United States shall maintain an
uninterrupted capability for human space flight and
operations in low-Earth orbit, and beyond, as an essential
instrument of national security and of the capacity to ensure
continued United States participation and leadership in the
exploration and utilization of space.
``Sec. 71512. Goals and objectives
``(a) Long-Term Goals.--The long-term goals of the human
space flight and exploration efforts of the Administration
shall be--
``(1) to expand permanent human presence beyond low-Earth
orbit and to do so, where practical, in a manner involving
international, academic, and industry partners;
``(2) crewed missions and progress toward achieving the
goal in paragraph (1) to enable the potential for subsequent
human exploration and the extension of human presence
throughout the solar system; and
``(3) to enable a capability to extend human presence,
including potential human habitation on another celestial
body and a thriving space economy in the 21st century.
``(b) Key Objectives.--The key objectives of the United
States for human expansion into space shall be--
``(1) to sustain the capability for long-duration presence
in low-Earth orbit, initially through continuation of the
International Space Station and full utilization of the
United States segment of the International Space Station as a
national laboratory, and through assisting and enabling an
expanded commercial presence in, and access to, low-Earth
orbit, as elements of a low-Earth orbit infrastructure;
``(2) to determine whether humans can live for extended
periods in space with decreasing reliance on Earth, starting
with utilization of low-Earth orbit infrastructure, to--
``(A) identify potential roles that space resources such as
energy and materials can play;
``(B) meet national and global needs and challenges such as
potential cataclysmic threats; and
``(C) explore the viability of and lay the foundation for
sustainable economic activities in space;
``(3) to maximize the role that human exploration of space
can play in--
``(A) advancing overall knowledge of the universe;
``(B) supporting United States national and economic
security and the United States global competitive posture;
and
``(C) inspiring young people in their educational pursuits;
``(4) to build on the cooperative and mutually beneficial
framework established by the International Space Station
partnership agreements and experience in developing and
undertaking programs and meeting objectives designed to
realize the goal of human space flight set forth in
subsection (a); and
``(5) to achieve human exploration of Mars and beyond
through the prioritization of those technologies and
capabilities best suited for such a mission in accordance
with the stepping stone approach to exploration under section
70504 of this title.
``Subchapter III--EXPANSION OF HUMAN SPACE FLIGHT BEYOND THE
INTERNATIONAL SPACE STATION AND LOW-EARTH ORBIT
``Sec. 71521. Space Launch System as follow-on launch vehicle
to the space shuttle
``(a) Policy.--It is the policy of the United States that
the Administration develop a Space Launch System as a follow-
on to the space shuttle that can access cis-lunar space and
the regions of space beyond low-Earth orbit in order to
enable the United States to participate in global efforts to
access and develop that increasingly strategic region.
``(b) Initiation of Development.--
``(1) In general.--As soon as practicable after October 11,
2010, the Administrator shall initiate development of a Space
Launch System meeting the minimum capability requirements
specified in subsection (c).
``(2) Modification of current contracts.--In order to limit
the Administration's termination liability costs and support
critical capabilities, the Administrator shall, to the extent
practicable, extend or modify existing (as of October 11,
2010) vehicle development and associated contracts necessary
to meet the requirement in paragraph (1), including contracts
for ground testing of solid rocket motors, if necessary, to
ensure their availability for development of the Space Launch
System.
``(c) Minimum Capability Requirements.--
``(1) In general.--The Space Launch System developed
pursuant to subsection (b) shall be designed to have, at a
minimum, the following:
``(A) The initial capability of the core elements, without
an upper stage, of lifting payloads weighing between 70 and
100 tons into low-Earth orbit in preparation for transit for
missions beyond low-Earth orbit.
``(B) The capability to carry an integrated upper Earth
departure stage bringing the total lift capability of the
Space Launch System to 130 tons or more.
``(C) The capability to lift the multipurpose crew vehicle.
``(D) The capability to serve as a backup system for
supplying and supporting International Space Station cargo
delivery requirements or crew delivery requirements not
otherwise met by available commercial or partner-supplied
vehicles.
``(E) The capacity for efficient and timely evolution,
including the incorporation of new technologies, competition
of sub-elements, and commercial operations.
``(2) Flexibility.--The Space Launch System shall be
designed from inception as a fully integrated vehicle capable
of carrying a total payload of 130 tons or more into low-
Earth orbit in preparation for transit for missions beyond
low-Earth orbit. The Space Launch System shall, to the extent
practicable, incorporate capabilities for evolutionary growth
to carry heavier payloads. Developmental work and testing of
the core elements and the upper stage should proceed in
parallel subject to appropriations. Priority should be placed
on the core elements with the goal for operational capability
for the core elements not later than December 31, 2016.
``(3) Transition needs.--The Administrator shall ensure
that critical skills and capabilities are retained, modified,
and developed, as appropriate, in areas relating to solid and
liquid engines, large diameter fuel tanks, rocket propulsion,
and other ground test capabilities for an effective
transition to the follow-on Space Launch System.
``Sec. 71522. Multipurpose crew vehicle
``(a) Initiation of Development.--
``(1) In general.--The Administrator shall continue the
development of a multipurpose crew vehicle to be available as
soon as practicable, and no later than for use with the Space
Launch System. The vehicle shall continue to advance
development of the human safety features, designs, and
systems in the Orion project.
``(2) Goal for operational capability.--It shall be the
goal to achieve full operational capability for the
transportation vehicle developed pursuant to this subsection
by not later than December 31, 2016. For purposes of meeting
such goal, the Administrator may undertake a test of the
transportation vehicle at the International Space Station
before that date.
``(b) Minimum Capability Requirements.--The multipurpose
crew vehicle developed pursuant to subsection (a) shall be
designed to have, at a minimum, the following:
``(1) The capability to serve as the primary crew vehicle
for missions beyond low-Earth orbit.
``(2) The capability to conduct regular in-space
operations, such as rendezvous, docking, and extra-vehicular
activities, in conjunction with payloads delivered by the
Space Launch System developed pursuant to section 71521 of
this title, or other vehicles, in preparation for missions
beyond low-Earth orbit or servicing of assets described in
section 71543 of this title, or other assets in cis-lunar
space.
``(3) The capability to provide an alternative means of
delivery of crew and cargo to the International Space
Station, in the event other vehicles, whether commercial
vehicles or partner-supplied vehicles, are unable to perform
that function.
``(4) The capacity for efficient and timely evolution,
including the incorporation of new technologies, competition
of sub-elements, and commercial operations.
``Sec. 71523. Utilization of existing workforce and assets in
development of Space Launch System and multipurpose crew
vehicle
``(a) In General.--In developing the Space Launch System
pursuant to section 71521 of this title and the multipurpose
crew vehicle pursuant to section 71522 of this title, the
Administrator shall, to the extent practicable, utilize--
``(1) existing (as of October 11, 2010) contracts,
investments, workforce, industrial base, and capabilities
from the space shuttle and Orion and Ares 1 projects,
including--
``(A) spacesuit development activities for application to,
and coordinated development
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of, a multipurpose crew vehicle suit and associated life-
support requirements with potential development of standard
Administration-certified suit and life support systems for
use in alternative commercially developed crew transportation
systems; and
``(B) space shuttle-derived components and Ares 1
components that use existing (as of October 11, 2010) United
States propulsion systems, including liquid fuel engines,
external tank or tank-related capability, and solid rocket
motor engines; and
``(2) associated testing facilities in existence or under
construction as of October 11, 2010.
``(b) Discharge of Requirements.--In meeting the
requirements of subsection (a), the Administrator--
``(1) shall, to the extent practicable, utilize ground-
based manufacturing capability, ground testing activities,
launch and operations infrastructure, and workforce
expertise;
``(2) shall, to the extent practicable, minimize the
modification and development of ground infrastructure and
maximize the utilization of existing (as of October 11, 2010)
software, vehicle, and mission operations processes;
``(3) shall complete construction and activation of the A-3
test stand with a completion goal of September 30, 2013;
``(4) may procure, develop, and flight test applicable
components; and
``(5) shall take appropriate actions to ensure timely and
cost-effective development of the Space Launch System and the
multipurpose crew vehicle, including the use of a procurement
approach that incorporates adequate and effective oversight,
the facilitation of contractor efficiencies, and the
streamlining of contract and procurement requirements.
``(c) Continuation of Contractor Support.--The
Administrator may not terminate any contract that provides
the system transitions necessary for shuttle-derived hardware
to be used on the Space Launch System described in section
71521 of this title or the multipurpose crew vehicle
described in section 71522 of this title.
``Sec. 71524. Launch support and infrastructure modernization
program
``(a) In General.--The Administrator shall carry out a
program the primary purpose of which is to prepare
infrastructure at the Kennedy Space Center that is needed to
enable processing and launch of the Space Launch System.
Vehicle interfaces and other ground processing and payload
integration areas should be simplified to minimize overall
costs, enhance safety, and complement the purpose of this
section.
``(b) Elements.--The program required by this section shall
include--
``(1) investments to improve civil and national security
operations at the Kennedy Space Center, to enhance the
overall capabilities of the Center, and to reduce the long-
term cost of operations and maintenance;
``(2) measures to provide multi-vehicle support,
improvements in payload processing, and partnering at the
Kennedy Space Center; and
``(3) other measures that the Administrator considers
appropriate, including investments to improve launch
infrastructure at Administration flight facilities scheduled
to launch cargo to the International Space Station under the
program to develop commercial cargo transportation
capabilities.
``Sec. 71525. Development of technologies and in-space
capabilities for beyond near-Earth space missions
``(a) Development Authorized.--The Administrator may
initiate activities to develop the following:
``(1) Technologies identified as necessary elements of
missions beyond low-Earth orbit.
``(2) In-space capabilities such as refueling and storage
technology, orbital transfer stages, innovative in-space
propulsion technology, communications, and data management
that facilitate a broad range of users (including military
and commercial).
``(3) Applications defining the architecture and design of
missions beyond low-Earth orbit.
``(4) Spacesuit development and associated life support
technology.
``(5) Flagship missions.
``(b) Investments.--In developing technologies and
capabilities under subsection (a), the Administrator may make
investments in--
``(1) space technologies such as advanced propulsion,
propellant depots, in situ resource utilization, and robotic
payloads or capabilities that enable human missions beyond
low-Earth orbit ultimately leading to Mars;
``(2) a space-based transfer vehicle including technologies
described in paragraph (1) with an ability to conduct space-
based operations that provide capabilities--
``(A) to integrate with the Space Launch System and other
space-based systems;
``(B) to provide opportunities for in-space servicing of
and delivery to multiple space-based platforms; and
``(C) to facilitate international efforts to expand human
presence to deep space destinations;
``(3) advanced life support technologies and capabilities;
``(4) technologies and capabilities relating to in-space
power, propulsion, and energy systems;
``(5) technologies and capabilities relating to in-space
propellant transfer and storage;
``(6) technologies and capabilities relating to in situ
resource utilization; and
``(7) expanded research to understand the greatest
biological impediments to human deep space missions,
especially the radiation challenge.
``(c) Utilization of International Space Station as
Testbed.--The Administrator may utilize the International
Space Station as a testbed for any technology or capability
developed under subsection (a) in a manner consistent with
sections 70908 through 70911 of this title.
``(d) Coordination.--The Administrator shall coordinate
development of technologies and capabilities under this
section through an overall Administration technology approach
consistent with the plan required by section 905 of the
National Aeronautics and Space Administration Authorization
Act of 2010 (Public Law 111-267, 124 Stat. 2836), which
outlines how the Administration's space technology program
will meet the goal described in section 40903 of this title,
including an explanation of how the plan will link to other
mission-directorate technology efforts.
``Subchapter IV--SPACE SCIENCE
``Sec. 71541. Technology development
``The Administrator shall ensure that the Science Mission
Directorate maintains a long-term technology development
program for space and Earth science. That effort should be
coordinated with an overall Administration technology
investment approach consistent with the plan required by
section 905 of the National Aeronautics and Space
Administration Authorization Act of 2010 (Public Law 111-267,
124 Stat. 2836), which outlines how the Administration's
space technology program will meet the goal described in
section 40903 of this title, including an explanation of how
the plan will link to other mission-directorate technology
efforts.
``Sec. 71542. Suborbital research activities
``(a) Management.--The Administrator shall designate an
officer or employee of the Science Mission Directorate to act
as the responsible official for all Suborbital Research in
the Science Mission Directorate. The designee shall be
responsible for--
``(1) the development of short- and long-term strategic
plans for maintaining, renewing, and extending suborbital
facilities and capabilities;
``(2) monitoring progress toward goals in the plans; and
``(3) integration of suborbital activities and workforce
development within the Administration, thereby ensuring the
long-term recognition of their combined value to the
Directorate, to the Administration, and to the Nation.
``(b) Establishment of Suborbital Research Program.--The
Administrator shall establish a Suborbital Research Program
within the Science Mission Directorate that shall include the
use of sounding rockets, aircraft, high altitude balloons,
suborbital reusable launch vehicles, and commercial launch
vehicles to advance science and train the next generation of
scientists and engineers in systems engineering and systems
integration, which are vital to maintaining critical skills
in the aerospace workforce. The program shall integrate
existing (as of October 11, 2010) suborbital research
programs with orbital missions at the discretion of the
designated officer or employee and shall emphasize the
participation of undergraduate and graduate students and
post-doctoral researchers when formulating announcements of
opportunity.
``(c) Annual Report.--The Administrator shall report
annually to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and
Transportation of the Senate and the Committee on Science,
Space, and Technology of the House of Representatives on the
number and type of suborbital missions conducted in each
fiscal year under this section and the number of
undergraduate and graduate students that participated in the
missions.
``Sec. 71543. In-space servicing
``The Administrator shall continue to take all necessary
steps to ensure that provisions are made for robotic or human
in-space servicing and repair of all future observatory-class
scientific spacecraft intended to be deployed in Earth-orbit
or at a Lagrangian point to the extent practicable and
appropriate. The Administrator should ensure that
Administration investments and future capabilities for space
technology, robotics, and human space flight take the ability
to service and repair observatory-class scientific spacecraft
into account, as appropriate, and incorporate those
capabilities into design and operational plans.
``Sec. 71544. Ongoing restoration of radioisotope
thermoelectric generator material production
``The Administrator shall, in coordination with the
Secretary of Energy, pursue a joint approach beginning in
fiscal year 2011 toward restarting and sustaining the
domestic production of radioisotope thermoelectric generator
material for deep space and other science and exploration
missions. Funds authorized by the National Aeronautics and
Space Administration Authorization Act of 2010 (Public Law
111-267, 124 Stat. 2805) for the Administration shall be made
available under a reimbursable agreement with the Department
of Energy for the purpose of reestablishing facilities to
produce fuel required for radioisotope thermoelectric
generators to enable future missions.
``Sec. 71545. Coordinated approach for robotic missions
``The Administrator shall ensure that the Exploration
Systems Mission Directorate
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and the Space Operations Mission Directorate coordinate with
the Science Mission Directorate on an overall approach and
plan for interagency and international collaboration on
robotic missions that are developed by the Administration or
internationally developed, including lunar, Lagrangian, near-
Earth orbit, and Mars spacecraft, such as the International
Lunar Network.
``Sec. 71546. Near-Earth object survey and policy with
respect to threats posed
``(a) Policy Reaffirmation.--Congress reaffirms the policy
set forth in section 20102(g) of this title relating to
surveying near-Earth asteroids and comets.
``(b) Implementation.--Consistent with section 71103 of
this title, the Director of the Office of Science and
Technology Policy shall implement, before September 30, 2012,
a policy for notifying Federal agencies and relevant
emergency response institutions of an impending near-Earth
object threat if near-term public safety is at risk, and
assign a Federal agency or agencies to be responsible for
protecting the United States and working with the
international community on such threats.''.
(2) Chapter heading typeface.--The chapter heading of
chapter 715 of title 51, United States Code, as added by
paragraph (1), is amended so that the typeface of that
chapter heading conforms to the typeface of other chapter
headings in title 51, United States Code.
(3) Chapter table of contents typeface.--The chapter table
of contents of chapter 715 of title 51, United States Code,
as added by paragraph (1), is amended so that the typeface of
the subchapter headings and the typeface of the subchapter
items conform to those appearing in other chapter table of
contents of title 51.
(4) Subchapter heading typeface.--The subchapter headings
for subchapters I through IV of chapter 715 of title 51,
United States Code, as added by paragraph (1), are amended so
that the typeface of those subchapter headings conforms to
the typeface of subchapter headings in other chapters of
title 51, United States Code.
(z) Enactment of Chapter 717.--Title 51, United States
Code, is amended as follows:
(1) Content.--Title 51, United States Code, as amended by
subsection (y), is amended by adding after chapter 715 the
following:
``Chapter 717--ADVANCING HUMAN SPACE EXPLORATION
``SUBCHAPTER I--GENERAL PROVISIONS
``Sec.
``71701. Definitions.
``SUBCHAPTER II--ADVANCING HUMAN DEEP SPACE EXPLORATION
``Part A--Assuring Core Capabilities for Exploration
``71711. Space launch system, Orion, and exploration ground systems.
``Part B--Journey to Mars
``71721. Human exploration roadmap.
``SUBCHAPTER III--ADVANCING SPACE SCIENCE
``71731. Policy on maintaining balanced space science portfolio.
``71732. Mission priorities for planetary science.
``71733. Extrasolar planet exploration strategy.
``71734. Astrobiology strategy.
``71735. Collaboration.
``SUBCHAPTER IV--SPACE TECHNOLOGY
``71741. Space technology infusion.
``71742. Space technology program.
``SUBCHAPTER V--MAXIMIZING EFFICIENCY
``Part A--Administration Information Technology and Cybersecurity
``71751. Information technology governance.
``71752. Information technology strategic plan.
``71753. Information security plan for cybersecurity.
``Part B--Collaboration Among Mission Directorates and Other
Matters
``71761. Collaboration among mission directorates.
``71762. Administration launch capabilities collaboration.
``71763. Education and outreach.
``71764. Leveraging commercial satellite servicing capabilities across
mission directorates.
``71765. Flight opportunities.
``71766. Space Act Agreements.
``Subchapter I--GENERAL PROVISIONS
``Sec. 71701. Definitions
``In this chapter:
``(1) Appropriate committees of congress.--The term
`appropriate committees of Congress' means--
``(A) the Committee on Commerce, Science, and
Transportation of the Senate; and
``(B) the Committee on Science, Space, and Technology of
the House of Representatives.
``(2) Cis-lunar space.--The term `cis-lunar space' means
the region of space from the Earth out to and including the
region around the surface of the Moon.
``(3) Deep space.--The term `deep space' means the region
of space beyond low-Earth orbit, to include cis-lunar space.
``(4) Orion.--The term `Orion' means the multipurpose crew
vehicle described under section 71522 of this title.
``(5) Space launch system.--The term `Space Launch System'
has the meaning given the term in section 71501 of this
title.
``Subchapter II--ADVANCING HUMAN DEEP SPACE EXPLORATION
``Part A--Assuring Core Capabilities for Exploration
``Sec. 71711. Space launch system, Orion, and exploration
ground systems
``(a) Reaffirmation.--Congress reaffirms the policy and
minimum capability requirements for the Space Launch System
under section 71521 of this title.
``(b) Continued Development of Fully Integrated Space
Launch System.--The Administrator shall continue the
development of the fully integrated Space Launch System,
including an upper stage needed to go beyond low-Earth orbit,
in order to safely enable human space exploration of the
Moon, Mars, and beyond over the course of the next century as
required in section 71521(c) of this title.
``(c) Exploration Missions.--The Administrator shall
continue development of--
``(1) an uncrewed exploration mission to demonstrate the
capability of both the Space Launch System and Orion as an
integrated system by 2018;
``(2) subject to applicable human rating processes and
requirements, a crewed exploration mission to demonstrate the
Space Launch System, including the Core Stage and Exploration
Upper Stages, by 2021;
``(3) subsequent missions beginning with Artemis III at
operational flight rate sufficient to maintain safety and
operational readiness using the Space Launch System and Orion
to extend into cis-lunar space and eventually to Mars; and
``(4) a deep space habitat as a key element in a deep space
exploration architecture along with the Space Launch System
and Orion.
``(d) Other Uses.--The Administrator shall assess the
utility of the Space Launch System for use by the science
community and for other Federal Government launch needs,
including consideration of overall cost and schedule savings
from reduced transit times and increased science returns
enabled by the unique capabilities of the Space Launch
System.
``Part B--Journey to Mars
``Sec. 71721. Human exploration roadmap
``(a) In General.--The Administrator shall develop a human
exploration roadmap, including a critical decision plan, to
expand human presence beyond low-Earth orbit to the surface
of Mars and beyond, considering potential interim
destinations such as cis-lunar space and the moons of Mars.
``(b) Scope.--The human exploration roadmap shall include--
``(1) an integrated set of exploration, science, and other
goals and objectives of a United States human space
exploration program to achieve the long-term goal of human
missions near or on the surface of Mars in the 2030s;
``(2) opportunities for international, academic, and
industry partnerships for exploration-related systems,
services, research, and technology if those opportunities
provide cost-savings, accelerate program schedules, or
otherwise benefit the goals and objectives developed under
paragraph (1);
``(3) sets and sequences of precursor missions in cis-lunar
space and other missions or activities necessary--
``(A) to demonstrate the proficiency of the capabilities
and technologies identified under paragraph (4); and
``(B) to meet the goals and objectives developed under
paragraph (1), including anticipated timelines and missions
for the Space Launch System and Orion;
``(4) an identification of the specific capabilities and
technologies, including the Space Launch System, Orion, a
deep space habitat, and other capabilities, that facilitate
the goals and objectives developed under paragraph (1);
``(5) a description of how cis-lunar elements, objectives,
and activities advance the human exploration of Mars;
``(6) an assessment of potential human health and other
risks, including radiation exposure;
``(7) mitigation plans, whenever possible, to address the
risks identified in paragraph (6);
``(8) a description of those technologies already under
development across the Federal Government or by other
entities that facilitate the goals and objectives developed
under paragraph (1);
``(9) a specific process for the evolution of the
capabilities of the fully integrated Orion with the Space
Launch System and a description of how these systems
facilitate the goals and objectives developed under paragraph
(1) and demonstrate the capabilities and technologies
described in paragraph (4);
``(10) a description of the capabilities and technologies
that need to be demonstrated or research data that could be
gained through the utilization of the International Space
Station and the status of the development of such
capabilities and technologies;
``(11) a framework for international cooperation in the
development of all capabilities and technologies identified
under this section, including an assessment of the risks
posed by relying on international partners for capabilities
and technologies on the critical path of development;
``(12) a process for partnering with nongovernmental
entities using Space Act
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Agreements or other acquisition instruments for future human
space exploration; and
``(13) information on the phasing of planned intermediate
destinations, Mars mission risk areas and potential risk
mitigation approaches, technology requirements and phasing of
required technology development activities, the management
strategy to be followed, related International Space Station
activities, planned international collaborative activities,
potential commercial contributions, and other activities
relevant to the achievement of the goal established in this
section.
``(c) Considerations.--In developing the human exploration
roadmap, the Administrator shall consider--
``(1) using key exploration capabilities, namely the Space
Launch System and Orion;
``(2) using existing commercially available technologies
and capabilities or those technologies and capabilities being
developed by industry for commercial purposes;
``(3) establishing an organizational approach to ensure
collaboration and coordination among the Administration's
mission directorates under section 71761 of this title, when
appropriate, including to collect and return to Earth a
sample from the Martian surface;
``(4) building upon the initial uncrewed mission, Artemis
I, and first crewed mission, Artemis II, of the Space Launch
System and Orion to establish a sustainable cadence of
missions extending human exploration missions into cis-lunar
space, including anticipated timelines and milestones;
``(5) developing the robotic and precursor missions and
activities that will demonstrate, test, and develop key
technologies and capabilities essential for achieving human
missions to Mars, including long-duration human operations
beyond low-Earth orbit, space suits, solar electric
propulsion, deep space habitats, environmental control life
support systems, Mars lander and ascent vehicle, entry,
descent, landing, ascent, Mars surface systems, and in-situ
resource utilization;
``(6) demonstrating and testing 1 or more habitat modules
in cis-lunar space to prepare for Mars missions;
``(7) using public-private, firm fixed-price partnerships,
where practicable;
``(8) collaborating with international, academic, and
industry partners, when appropriate;
``(9) any risks to human health and sensitive onboard
technologies, including radiation exposure;
``(10) any risks identified through research outcomes under
the Administration Human Research Program's Behavioral Health
Element; and
``(11) the recommendations and ideas of several
independently developed reports or concepts that describe
potential Mars architectures or concepts and identify Mars as
the long-term goal for human space exploration, including the
reports described under section 431 of the National
Aeronautics and Space Administration Transition Authorization
Act of 2017 (Public Law 115-10, 131 Stat. 38).
``(d) Critical Decision Plan on Human Space Exploration.--
As part of the human exploration roadmap, the Administrator
shall include a critical decision plan--
``(1) identifying and defining key decisions guiding human
space exploration priorities and plans that need to be made
before June 30, 2020, including decisions that may guide
human space exploration capability development, precursor
missions, long-term missions, and activities;
``(2) defining decisions needed to maximize efficiencies
and resources for reaching the near-, intermediate-, and
long-term goals and objectives of human space exploration;
and
``(3) identifying and defining timelines and milestones for
a sustainable cadence of missions beginning with Artemis III
for the Space Launch System and Orion to extend human
exploration from cis-lunar space to the surface of Mars.
``(e) Reports.--
``(1) Initial human exploration roadmap.--The Administrator
shall submit to the appropriate committees of Congress--
``(A) an initial human exploration roadmap, including a
critical decision plan, before December 1, 2017; and
``(B) an updated human exploration roadmap periodically as
the Administrator considers necessary but not less than
biennially.
``(2) Contents.--Each human exploration roadmap under this
subsection shall include a description of--
``(A) the achievements and goals accomplished in the
process of developing capabilities and technologies described
in this section during the 2-year period prior to the
submission of the human exploration roadmap; and
``(B) the expected goals and achievements in the following
2-year period.
``(3) Submission with budget.--Each human exploration
roadmap under this section shall be included in the budget
for that fiscal year transmitted to Congress under section
1105(a) of title 31.
``Subchapter III--ADVANCING SPACE SCIENCE
``Sec. 71731. Policy on maintaining balanced space science
portfolio
``It is the policy of the United States to ensure, to the
extent practicable, a steady cadence of large, medium, and
small science missions.
``Sec. 71732. Mission priorities for planetary science
``(a) In General.--In accordance with the priorities
established in the most recent Planetary Science Decadal
Survey, the Administrator shall ensure, to the greatest
extent practicable, the completion of a balanced set of
Discovery, New Frontiers, and Flagship missions at the
cadence recommended by the most recent Planetary Science
Decadal Survey.
``(b) Mission Priority Adjustments.--Consistent with the
set of missions described in subsection (a), and while
maintaining the continuity of scientific data and steady
development of capabilities and technologies, the
Administrator may seek, if necessary, adjustments to mission
priorities, schedule, and scope in light of changing budget
projections.
``Sec. 71733. Extrasolar planet exploration strategy
``(a) Strategy.--
``(1) In general.--The Administrator shall enter into an
arrangement with the National Academies to develop a science
strategy for the study and exploration of extrasolar planets,
including the use of the Transiting Exoplanet Survey
Satellite, the James Webb Space Telescope, a potential Wide-
Field Infrared Survey Telescope mission, or any other
telescope, spacecraft, or instrument, as appropriate.
``(2) Requirements.--The strategy shall--
``(A) outline key scientific questions;
``(B) identify the most promising research in the field;
``(C) indicate the extent to which the mission priorities
in existing decadal surveys address the key extrasolar planet
research and exploration goals;
``(D) identify opportunities for coordination with
international partners, commercial partners, and not-for-
profit partners; and
``(E) make recommendations regarding the activities under
subparagraphs (A) through (D), as appropriate.
``(b) Use of Strategy.--The Administrator shall use the
strategy--
``(1) to inform roadmaps, strategic plans, and other
activities of the Administration as they relate to extrasolar
planet research and exploration; and
``(2) to provide a foundation for future activities and
initiatives related to extrasolar planet research and
exploration.
``(c) Report to Congress.--Not later than 18 months after
March 21, 2017, the National Academies shall submit to the
Administrator and to the appropriate committees of Congress a
report containing the strategy developed under subsection
(a).
``Sec. 71734. Astrobiology strategy
``(a) Strategy.--
``(1) In general.--The Administrator shall enter into an
arrangement with the National Academies to develop a science
strategy for astrobiology that would outline key scientific
questions, identify the most promising research in the field,
and indicate the extent to which the mission priorities in
existing decadal surveys address the search for life's
origin, evolution, distribution, and future in the universe.
``(2) Recommendations.--The strategy shall include
recommendations for coordination with international partners.
``(b) Use of Strategy.--The Administrator shall use the
strategy developed under subsection (a) in planning and
funding research and other activities and initiatives in the
field of astrobiology.
``(c) Report to Congress.--Not later than 18 months after
March 21, 2017, the National Academies shall submit to the
Administrator and to the appropriate committees of Congress a
report containing the strategy developed under subsection
(a).
``Sec. 71735. Collaboration
``The Administration shall continue to develop first-of-a-
kind instruments that, once proved, can be transitioned to
other agencies for operations. Whenever responsibilities for
the development of sensors or for measurements are
transferred to the Administration from another agency, the
Administration shall seek, to the extent possible, to be
reimbursed for the assumption of such responsibilities.
``Subchapter IV--SPACE TECHNOLOGY
``Sec. 71741. Space technology infusion
``(a) Policy.--It is the policy of the United States that
the Administrator shall develop technologies to support the
Administration's core missions, as described in section 2(3)
of the National Aeronautics and Space Administration
Authorization Act of 2010 (Public Law 111-267, 124 Stat.
2807), and support sustained investments in early stage
innovation, fundamental research, and technologies to expand
the boundaries of the national aerospace enterprise.
``(b) Propulsion Technologies.--A goal of propulsion
technologies developed under subsection (a) shall be to
significantly reduce human travel time to Mars.
``Sec. 71742. Space technology program
``(a) Space Technology Program Authorized.--The
Administrator shall conduct a space technology program
(referred to in this section as the `Program') to research
and develop advanced space technologies that could deliver
innovative solutions across the Administration's space
exploration and science missions.
``(b) Considerations.--In conducting the Program, the
Administrator shall consider--
``(1) the recommendations of the National Academies' review
of the Administration's
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Space Technology roadmaps and priorities; and
``(2) the applicable enabling aspects of the stepping stone
approach to exploration under section 70504 of this title.
``(c) Requirements.--In conducting the Program, the
Administrator shall--
``(1) to the extent practicable, use a competitive process
to select research and development projects;
``(2) to the extent practicable and appropriate, use small
satellites and the Administration's suborbital and ground-
based platforms to demonstrate space technology concepts and
developments; and
``(3) as appropriate, partner with other Federal agencies,
universities, private industry, and foreign countries.
``(d) Small Business Programs.--The Administrator shall
organize and manage the Administration's Small Business
Innovation Research Program and Small Business Technology
Transfer Program within the Program.
``(e) Nonduplication Certification.--The Administrator
shall submit a budget for each fiscal year, as transmitted to
Congress under section 1105(a) of title 31, that avoids
duplication of projects, programs, or missions conducted by
the Program with other projects, programs, or missions
conducted by another office or directorate of the
Administration.
``(f) Collaboration, Coordination, and Alignment.--The
Administrator shall--
``(1) ensure that the Administration's projects, programs,
and activities in support of technology research and
development of advanced space technologies are fully
coordinated and aligned;
``(2) ensure that the results of the projects, programs,
and activities under paragraph (1) are shared and leveraged
within the Administration; and
``(3) ensure that the organizational responsibility for
research and development activities in support of human space
exploration not initiated as of March 21, 2017, is
established on the basis of a sound rationale.
``(g) Annual Report.--The Administrator shall include in
the Administration's annual budget request for each fiscal
year the rationale for assigning organizational
responsibility for, in the year prior to the budget fiscal
year, each initiated project, program, and mission focused on
research and development of advanced technologies for human
space exploration.
``Subchapter V--MAXIMIZING EFFICIENCY
``Part A--Administration Information Technology and Cybersecurity
``Sec. 71751. Information technology governance
``The Administrator shall, in a manner that reflects the
unique nature of the Administration's mission and expertise--
``(1) ensure the Administration Chief Information Officer,
mission directorates, and centers have appropriate roles in
the management, governance, and oversight processes related
to information technology operations and investments and
information security programs for the protection of
Administration systems;
``(2) ensure the Administration Chief Information Officer
has the appropriate resources and insight to oversee
Administration information technology and information
security operations and investments;
``(3) provide an information technology program management
framework to increase the efficiency and effectiveness of
information technology investments, including relying on
metrics for identifying and reducing potential duplication,
waste, and cost;
``(4) improve the operational linkage between the
Administration Chief Information Officer and each
Administration mission directorate, center, and mission
support office to ensure both Administration and mission
needs are considered in Administration-wide information
technology and information security management and oversight;
``(5) review the portfolio of information technology
investments and spending, including information technology-
related investments included as part of activities within
Administration mission directorates that may not be
considered information technology, to ensure investments are
recognized and reported appropriately based on guidance from
the Office of Management and Budget;
``(6) consider appropriate revisions to the charters of
information technology boards and councils that inform
information technology investment and operation decisions;
and
``(7) consider whether the Administration Chief Information
Officer should have a seat on any boards or councils
described in paragraph (6).
``Sec. 71752. Information technology strategic plan
``(a) In General.--Subject to subsection (b), the
Administrator shall develop an information technology
strategic plan to guide Administration information technology
management and strategic objectives.
``(b) Requirements.--In developing the strategic plan, the
Administrator shall ensure that the strategic plan
addresses--
``(1) the deadline under section 306(a) of title 5; and
``(2) the requirements under section 3506 of title 44.
``(c) Contents.--The strategic plan shall address, in a
manner that reflects the unique nature of the
Administration's mission and expertise--
``(1) near- and long-term goals and objectives for
leveraging information technology;
``(2) a plan for how the Administration will submit to
Congress a list of information technology projects, including
completion dates and risk levels in accordance with guidance
from the Office of Management and Budget;
``(3) an implementation overview for an Administration-wide
approach to information technology investments and
operations, including reducing barriers to cross-center
collaboration;
``(4) coordination by the Administration Chief Information
Officer with centers and mission directorates to ensure that
information technology policies are effectively and
efficiently implemented across the Administration;
``(5) a plan to increase the efficiency and effectiveness
of information technology investments, including a
description of how unnecessarily duplicative, wasteful,
legacy, or outdated information technology across the
Administration will be identified and eliminated, and a
schedule for the identification and elimination of such
information technology;
``(6) a plan for improving the information security of
Administration information and Administration information
systems, including improving security control assessments and
role-based security training of employees; and
``(7) submission by the Administration to Congress of
information regarding high risk projects and cybersecurity
risks.
``(d) Congressional Oversight.--The Administrator shall
submit to the appropriate committees of Congress the
strategic plan under subsection (a) and any updates to the
strategic plan.
``Sec. 71753. Information security plan for cybersecurity
``(a) In General.--Not later than 1 year after March 21,
2017, the Administrator shall implement the information
security plan developed under subsection (b) and take such
further actions as the Administrator considers necessary to
improve the information security system in accordance with
this section.
``(b) Information Security Plan.--Subject to subsections
(c) and (d), the Administrator shall develop an
Administration-wide information security plan to enhance
information security for Administration information and
information infrastructure.
``(c) Requirements.--In developing the plan under
subsection (b), the Administrator shall ensure that the
plan--
``(1) reflects the unique nature of the Administration's
mission and expertise;
``(2) is informed by policies, standards, guidelines, and
directives on information security required for Federal
agencies;
``(3) is consistent with the standards and guidelines under
section 11331 of title 40; and
``(4) meets applicable National Institute of Standards and
Technology information security standards and guidelines.
``(d) Contents.--The plan shall address--
``(1) an overview of the requirements of the information
security system;
``(2) an Administration-wide risk management framework for
information security;
``(3) a description of the information security system
management controls and common controls that are necessary to
ensure compliance with information security-related
requirements;
``(4) an identification and assignment of roles,
responsibilities, and management commitment for information
security at the Administration;
``(5) coordination among organizational entities, including
between each center, facility, mission directorate, and
mission support office, and among Administration entities
responsible for different aspects of information security;
``(6) the need to protect the information security of
mission-critical systems and activities and high-impact and
moderate-impact information systems; and
``(7) a schedule of frequent reviews and updates, as
necessary, of the plan.
``Part B--Collaboration Among Mission Directorates and Other Matters
``Sec. 71761. Collaboration among mission directorates
``The Administrator shall encourage an interdisciplinary
approach among all Administration mission directorates and
divisions, whenever appropriate, for projects or missions--
``(1) to improve coordination, and encourage collaboration
and early planning on scope;
``(2) to determine areas of overlap or alignment;
``(3) to find ways to leverage across divisional
perspectives to maximize outcomes; and
``(4) to be more efficient with resources and funds.
``Sec. 71762. Administration launch capabilities
collaboration
``The Administrator shall pursue a strategy for acquisition
of crewed transportation services and non-crewed launch
services that continues to enhance communication,
collaboration, and coordination between the Launch Services
Program and the Commercial Crew Program.
``Sec. 71763. Education and outreach
``The Administrator shall continue engagement with the
public and education opportunities for students via all the
Administration's mission directorates to the maximum extent
practicable.
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``Sec. 71764. Leveraging commercial satellite servicing
capabilities across mission directorates
``The Administrator shall--
``(1) identify orbital assets in both the Science Mission
Directorate and the Human Exploration and Operations Mission
Directorate that could benefit from satellite servicing-
related technologies; and
``(2) work across all Administration mission directorates
to evaluate opportunities for the private sector to perform
such services or advance technical capabilities by leveraging
the technologies and techniques developed by Administration
programs and other industry programs.
``Sec. 71765. Flight opportunities
``(a) Development of Payloads.--
``(1) In general.--In order to conduct necessary research,
the Administrator shall continue and, as the Administrator
considers appropriate, expand the development of technology
payloads for--
``(A) scientific research; and
``(B) investigating new or improved capabilities.
``(2) Funds.--For the purpose of carrying out paragraph
(1), the Administrator shall make funds available for--
``(A) flight testing;
``(B) payload development; and
``(C) hardware related to subparagraphs (A) and (B).
``(b) Reaffirmation of Policy.--Congress reaffirms that the
Administrator should provide flight opportunities for
payloads to microgravity environments and suborbital
altitudes as authorized by section 40905 of this title.
``Sec. 71766. Space Act Agreements
``(a) Funded Space Act Agreements.--To the extent
appropriate, the Administrator shall seek to maximize the
value of contributions provided by other parties under a
funded Space Act Agreement in order to advance the
Administration's mission.
``(b) Non-Exclusivity.--
``(1) In general.--The Administrator shall, to the greatest
extent practicable, issue each Space Act Agreement--
``(A) except as provided in paragraph (2), on a
nonexclusive basis;
``(B) in a manner that ensures all non-government parties
have equal access to Administration resources; and
``(C) exercising reasonable care not to reveal unique or
proprietary information.
``(2) Exclusivity.--If the Administrator determines an
exclusive arrangement is necessary, the Administrator shall,
to the greatest extent practicable, issue the Space Act
Agreement--
``(A) utilizing a competitive selection process when
exclusive arrangements are necessary; and
``(B) pursuant to public announcements when exclusive
arrangements are necessary.
``(c) Transparency.--The Administrator shall publicly
disclose on the Administration's website and make available
in a searchable format each Space Act Agreement, including an
estimate of committed Administration resources and the
expected benefits to Administration objectives for each
agreement, with appropriate redactions for proprietary,
sensitive, or classified information, not later than 60 days
after such agreement is signed by the parties.
``(d) Annual Reports.--
``(1) Requirement.--Not later than 90 days after the end of
each fiscal year, the Administrator shall submit to the
appropriate committees of Congress a report on the use of
Space Act Agreement authority by the Administration during
the previous fiscal year.
``(2) Contents.--The report shall include for each Space
Act Agreement in effect at the time of the report--
``(A) an indication of whether the agreement is a
reimbursable, non-reimbursable, or funded Space Act
Agreement;
``(B) a description of--
``(i) the subject and terms;
``(ii) the parties;
``(iii) the responsible--
``(I) mission directorate;
``(II) center; or
``(III) headquarters element;
``(iv) the value;
``(v) the extent of the cost sharing among Federal
Government and non-Federal sources;
``(vi) the time period or schedule; and
``(vii) all milestones; and
``(C) an indication of whether the agreement was renewed
during the previous fiscal year.
``(3) Anticipated agreements.--The report shall include a
list of all anticipated reimbursable, non-reimbursable, and
funded Space Act Agreements for the upcoming fiscal year.
``(4) Cumulative program benefits.--The report shall
include, with respect to each Space Act Agreement covered by
the report, a summary of--
``(A) the technology areas in which research projects were
conducted under that agreement;
``(B) the extent to which the use of that agreement--
``(i) has contributed to a broadening of the technology and
industrial base available for meeting Administration needs;
and
``(ii) has fostered within the technology and industrial
base new relationships and practices that support the United
States; and
``(C) the total amount of value received by the Federal
Government during the fiscal year under that agreement.''.
(2) Chapter heading typeface.--The chapter heading of
chapter 717 of title 51, United States Code, as added by
paragraph (1), is amended so that the typeface of that
chapter heading conforms to the typeface of other chapter
headings in title 51, United States Code.
(3) Chapter table of contents typeface.--The chapter table
of contents of chapter 717 of title 51, United States Code,
as added by paragraph (1), is amended so that the typeface of
the subchapter headings and the typeface of the subchapter
items conform to those appearing in other chapter table of
contents of title 51.
(4) Subchapter heading typeface.--The subchapter headings
for subchapters I through V of chapter 717 of title 51,
United States Code, as added by paragraph (1), are amended so
that the typeface of those subchapter headings conforms to
the typeface of subchapter headings in other chapters of
title 51, United States Code.
(aa) Committee Name Change.--
(1) Section 20117(1) of title 51, United States Code, is
amended by striking ``Committee on Science and Technology''
and inserting ``Committee on Science, Space, and
Technology''.
(2) Section 311 of the National Aeronautics and Space
Administration Authorization Act of 2000 (Public Law 106-391,
51 U.S.C. 20143 note) is amended--
(A) in subsection (a), by striking ``Committee on Science''
and inserting ``Committee on Science, Space, and
Technology''; and
(B) in subsection (b), by striking ``Committees on Science
and Appropriations'' and inserting ``Committee on Science,
Space, and Technology and the Committee on Appropriations''.
(3) Section 30303(b) of title 51, United States Code, is
amended by striking ``Committee on Science and Technology''
and inserting ``Committee on Science, Space, and
Technology''.
(4) Section 30305(c) (matter before paragraph (1)) of title
51, United States Code, is amended by striking ``Committee on
Science and Technology'' and inserting ``Committee on
Science, Space, and Technology''.
(5) Section 203(b) of the America COMPETES Reauthorization
Act of 2010 (Public Law 111-358, 51 U.S.C. note prec. 30501)
is amended by striking ``Committee on Science and
Technology'' and inserting ``Committee on Science, Space, and
Technology''.
(6) Section 30501(a) of title 51, United States Code, is
amended by striking ``Committee on Science and Technology''
and inserting ``Committee on Science, Space, and
Technology''.
(7) Section 30502 of title 51, United States Code, is
amended--
(A) in subsection (a), by striking ``Committee on Science
and Technology'' and inserting ``Committee on Science, Space,
and Technology''; and
(B) in subsection (d) (matter before paragraph (1)), by
striking ``Committee on Science and Technology'' and
inserting ``Committee on Science, Space, and Technology''.
(8) Section 30503(c) (matter before paragraph (1)) of title
51, United States Code, is amended by striking ``Committee on
Science and Technology'' and inserting ``Committee on
Science, Space, and Technology''.
(9) Section 102 of the National Aeronautics and Space
Administration Authorization Act of 2005 (Public Law 109-155,
51 U.S.C. note prec. 49901 (formerly 40901)) is amended by
striking ``Committee on Science'' and inserting ``Committee
on Science, Space, and Technology'' in the following
provisions:
(A) Subsection (a)(2)(A).
(B) Subsection (a)(2)(B).
(C) Subsection (b) (matter before paragraph (1)).
(D) Subsection (c)(3).
(E) Subsection (d).
(F) Subsection (e)(2) (matter before subparagraph (A)).
(10) Section 49906(b) (matter before paragraph (1)) of
title 51, United States Code (as redesignated by subsection
(n)(3)), is amended by striking ``Committee on Science and
Technology'' and inserting ``Committee on Science, Space, and
Technology''.
(11) Section 50134(b)(1) (matter before subparagraph (A))
of title 51, United States Code, is amended by striking
``Committee on Science and Technology'' and inserting
``Committee on Science, Space, and Technology''.
(12) Section 50505(a) of title 51, United States Code, is
amended by striking ``Committee on Science and Technology''
and inserting ``Committee on Science, Space, and
Technology''.
(13) Section 50703 of title 51, United States Code, is
amended by striking ``Committee on Science and Technology''
and inserting ``Committee on Science, Space, and
Technology''.
(14) Section 621(b) (matter before paragraph (1)) of the
National Aeronautics and Space Administration Authorization
Act of 2008 (Public Law 110-422, 51 U.S.C. 50903 note) is
amended by striking ``Committee on Science and Technology''
and inserting ``Committee on Science, Space, and
Technology''.
(15) Section 50906(a) of title 51, United States Code, is
amended by striking ``Committee on Science'' and inserting
``Committee on Science, Space, and Technology''.
(16) Section 50914(d)(1) of title 51, United States Code,
is amended by striking ``Committee on Science'' and inserting
``Committee on Science, Space, and Technology''.
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(17) Section 60505(b) of title 51, United States Code, is
amended by striking ``Committee on Science and Technology''
and inserting ``Committee on Science, Space, and
Technology''.
(18) Section 502 of the National Aeronautics and Space
Administration Authorization Act of 2005 (Public Law 109-155,
51 U.S.C. 70501 note) is amended--
(A) in subsection (b) (matter before paragraph (1)), by
striking ``Committee on Science'' and inserting ``Committee
on Science, Space, and Technology''; and
(B) in subsection (c), by striking ``Committee on Science''
and inserting ``Committee on Science, Space, and
Technology''.
(19) Section 313(c) of the National Aeronautics and Space
Administration Authorization Act of 2000 (Public Law 106-391,
51 U.S.C. 70506 note) is amended by striking ``Committee on
Science'' and inserting ``Committee on Science, Space, and
Technology''.
(20) Section 203(b) of the National Aeronautics and Space
Administration Authorization Act of 2000 (Public Law 106-391,
51 U.S.C. 70901 note) is amended by striking ``Committee on
Science'' and inserting ``Committee on Science, Space, and
Technology''.
(21) Section 205(b) (matter before paragraph (1)) of the
National Aeronautics and Space Administration Authorization
Act of 2000 (Public Law 106-391, 51 U.S.C. 70901 note) is
amended by striking ``Committee on Science'' and inserting
``Committee on Science, Space, and Technology''.
SEC. 4. TECHNICAL AMENDMENTS.
(a) Title 5, United States Code.--Section 914 of the Ronald
W. Reagan National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year
2005 (Public Law 108-375, 5 U.S.C. 552 note) is amended--
(1) in subsection (b)(1)(B), by striking ``the Land Remote
Sensing Policy Act of 1992 (15 U.S.C. 5601 et seq.);'' and
inserting ``chapter 601 of title 51, United States Code;'';
and
(2) in subsection (e), by striking ``section 3 of the Land
Remote Sensing Policy Act of 1992 (15 U.S.C. 5602).'' and
inserting ``section 60101 of title 51, United States Code.''.
(b) Title 28, United States Code.--
(1) The chapter table of contents of chapter 123 of title
28, United States Code, is amended in the item for section
1932 (relating to revocation of earned release credit) by
striking ``1932'' and inserting ``1933''.
(2) Section 1932 of title 28, United States Code (relating
to revocation of earned release credit), is redesignated as
section 1933 of that title.
(c) Title 31, United States Code.--Section 1(4) of Public
Law 107-74 (31 U.S.C. 1113 note), is amended by striking
``Section 206 of the National Aeronautics and Space Act of
1958 (42 U.S.C. 2476).'' and inserting ``Section 20116 of
title 51, United States Code.''.
(d) Title 36, United States Code.--The title table of
contents of title 36, United States Code, is amended--
(1) in the item for chapter 23, by striking ``Council'' and
inserting ``Museum''; and
(2) in the item for chapter 307, by striking ``For'' and
inserting ``for''.
(e) Title 42, United States Code.--
(1) Section 602(b)(1) of the National Aeronautics and Space
Administration Authorization Act of 2010 (42 U.S.C.
18362(b)(1)) is amended by striking ``section 302 of this
Act.'' and inserting ``section 71521 of title 51, United
States Code.''.
(2) Section 603 of the National Aeronautics and Space
Administration Authorization Act of 2010 (42 U.S.C. 18363) is
amended--
(A) in subsection (a), by striking ``(42 U.S.C.
17761(a)),'' and inserting ``(Public Law 110-422, 51 U.S.C.
70501 note),''; and
(B) in subsection (b), by striking ``(42 U.S.C.
17761(a)).'' and inserting ``(Public Law 110-422, 51 U.S.C.
70501 note).''.
(f) Title 51, United States Code.--
(1) Section 10802 of the National Aeronautics and Space
Administration Authorization Act of 2022 (Public Law 117-167,
51 U.S.C. 10101 note) is amended--
(A) in paragraph (11), by striking ``section 303 of the
National Aeronautics and Space Administration Authorization
Act of 2010 (42 U.S.C. 18323).'' and inserting ``section
71522 of title 51, United States Code.''; and
(B) in paragraph (14), by striking ``section 302 of the
National Aeronautics and Space Administration Act of 2010 (42
U.S.C. 18322).'' and inserting ``section 71521 of title 51,
United States Code.''.
(2) Section 2 of the National Aeronautics and Space
Administration Transition Authorization Act of 2017 (Public
Law 115-10, 51 U.S.C. 10101 note) is amended--
(A) in paragraph (8), by striking ``section 504(a) of the
National Aeronautics and Space Administration Authorization
Act of 2010 (42 U.S.C. 18354(a)).'' and inserting ``section
70911(a) of title 51, United States Code.'';
(B) in paragraph (10), by striking ``section 303 of the
National Aeronautics and Space Administration Authorization
Act of 2010 (42 U.S.C. 18323).'' and inserting ``section
71522 of title 51, United States Code.''; and
(C) in paragraph (11), by striking ``section 3 of the
National Aeronautics and Space Administration Authorization
Act of 2010 (42 U.S.C. 18302).'' and inserting ``section
71501 of title 51, United States Code.''.
(3) Section 10812 of the National Aeronautics and Space
Administration Authorization Act of 2022 (Public Law 117-167,
51 U.S.C. 20301 note) is amended--
(A) in subsection (e)(1), by striking ``section 302(c)(2)
of the National Aeronautics and Space Administration
Authorization Act of 2010 (42 U.S.C. 18322(c)(2)),'' and
inserting ``section 71521(c)(2) of title 51, United States
Code,''; and
(B) in subsection (f), by striking ``section 302(c)(3) of
the National Aeronautics and Space Administration
Authorization Act of 2010 (42 U.S.C. 18322(c)(3)),'' and
inserting ``section 71521(c)(3) of title 51, United States
Code,''.
(4) Section 421 of the National Aeronautics and Space
Administration Transition Authorization Act of 2017 (Public
Law 115-10, 51 U.S.C. 20301 note) is amended--
(A) in subsection (e)--
(i) in paragraph (1), by striking ``section 303(b)(3) of
the National Aeronautics and Space Administration
Authorization Act of 2010 (42 U.S.C. 18323(b)(3)).'' and
inserting ``section 71522(b)(3) of title 51, United States
Code.'';
(ii) in paragraph (2)(A), by striking ``section 303(b)(3)
of that Act (42 U.S.C. 18323(b)(3));'' and inserting
``section 71522(b)(3) of title 51, United States Code;''; and
(iii) in subparagraphs (C) and (D) of paragraph (2), by
striking ``section 303(b)(3) of that Act (42 U.S.C.
18323(b)(3))'' and inserting ``section 71522(b)(3) of title
51, United States Code,''; and
(B) in subsection (h)(1), by striking ``section 302(c) of
the National Aeronautics and Space Administration
Authorization Act of 2010 (42 U.S.C. 18322(c)).'' and
inserting ``section 71521(c) of title 51, United States
Code.''.
(5) Section 20302(c) of title 51, United States Code, is
amended--
(A) in paragraph (1), by striking ``section 303 of the
National Aeronautics and Space Administration Authorization
Act of 2010 (42 U.S.C. 18323).'' and inserting ``section
71522 of this title.''; and
(B) in paragraph (2)--
(i) by striking ``means has the meaning'' and inserting
``has the meaning''; and
(ii) by striking ``section 3 of the National Aeronautics
and Space Administration Authorization Act of 2010 (42 U.S.C.
18302).'' and inserting ``section 71501 of this title.''.
(6) Section 10811 of the National Aeronautics and Space
Administration Authorization Act of 2022 (Public Law 117-167,
51 U.S.C. 20302 note) is amended--
(A) in subsection (a)(2)(A), by striking ``section 432 of
the National Aeronautics and Space Administration Transition
Authorization Act of 2017 (Public Law 115-10; 51 U.S.C. 20302
note);'' and inserting ``section 71721 of title 51, United
States Code;''; and
(B) in subsection (b)(2)(C)(ii), by striking ``section 432
of the National Aeronautics and Space Administration
Transition Authorization Act of 2017 (Public Law 115-10; 51
U.S.C. 20302 note);'' and inserting ``section 71721 of title
51, United States Code;''.
(7) Section 837(a)(4) of the National Aeronautics and Space
Administration Transition Authorization Act of 2017 (Public
Law 115-10, 51 U.S.C. 31502 note) is amended by striking
``section 432 of this Act,'' and inserting ``section 71721 of
title 51, United States Code,''.
(8) Section 202 of the National Space Grant College and
Fellowship Act (Public Law 100-147, title II, 51 U.S.C. 40301
note) is amended--
(A) by striking ``The Congress finds'' and inserting ``(a)
Congress finds''; and
(B) by adding at the end the following:
``(b) The definitions in section 40302 of title 51, United
States Code, apply in this section.''.
(9) Section 50111(c)(2) of title 51, United States Code, is
amended--
(A) in subparagraph (E), by striking ``section 301(b)(2) of
the National Aeronautics and Space Administration Transition
Authorization Act of 2017;'' and inserting ``section 70912(2)
of this title;'';
(B) in subparagraph (G), by striking ``section 432 of the
National Aeronautics and Space Administration Transition
Authorization Act of 2017;'' and inserting ``section 71721 of
this title;''; and
(C) in subparagraph (J) (matter before clause (i)), by
striking ``section 503 of the National Aeronautics and Space
Administration Authorization Act of 2010 (42 U.S.C. 18353),''
and inserting ``section 70910 of this title,''.
(10) Section 302(c)(1) of the National Aeronautics and
Space Administration Transition Authorization Act of 2017
(Public Law 115-10, 51 U.S.C. 50111 note) is amended by
striking ``(42 U.S.C. 18301 et seq.);'' and inserting
``(Public Law 111-267, 124 Stat. 2805);''.
(11) Section 303(b)(2) of the National Aeronautics and
Space Administration Transition Authorization Act of 2017
(Public Law 115-10, 51 U.S.C. 50111 note) is amended by
striking ``section 432 of this Act.'' and inserting ``section
71721 of title 51, United States Code.''.
(12) Section 501 of the National Aeronautics and Space
Administration Authorization Act, Fiscal Year 1993 (Public
Law 102-588, 51 U.S.C. 50501 note) is amended by striking
``The Congress finds that--'' and inserting the following:
``(a) Definitions.--The definitions in section 50501 of
title 51, United States Code, apply in this section.
``(b) In General.--Congress finds that--''.
(13) Section 70104 of title 51, United States Code, is
amended by striking ``section 302 of the National Aeronautics
and Space Administration Authorization Act of 2010 (42 U.S.C.
18322).'' and inserting ``section 71521 of this title.''.
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(14) Section 70501(a)(2) of title 51, United States Code,
is amended by striking ``section 421(f) of the National
Aeronautics and Space Administration Transition Authorization
Act of 2017'' and inserting ``section 71711(c) of this
title''.
(15) Section 70504(a) of title 51, United States Code, is
amended--
(A) in paragraph (1), by striking ``section 202(b)(5) of
the National Aeronautics and Space Administration
Authorization Act of 2010 (42 U.S.C. 18312(b)(5));'' and
inserting ``section 71512(b)(5) of this title;''; and
(B) in paragraph (2), by striking ``section 432 of the
National Aeronautics and Space Administration Transition
Authorization Act of 2017.'' and inserting ``section 71721 of
this title.''.
SEC. 5. TRANSITIONAL AND SAVINGS PROVISIONS.
(a) Definitions.--In this section:
(1) Restated provision.--The term ``restated provision''
means a provision of title 51, United States Code, that is
enacted by section 3.
(2) Source provision.--The term ``source provision'' means
a provision of law that is replaced by a restated provision.
(b) Cutoff Date.--The restated provisions replace certain
provisions of law enacted on or before January 5, 2023. If a
law enacted after that date amends or repeals a source
provision, that law is deemed to amend or repeal, as the case
may be, the corresponding restated provision. If a law
enacted after that date is otherwise inconsistent with a
restated provision or a provision of this Act, that law
supersedes the restated provision or provision of this Act to
the extent of the inconsistency.
(c) Original Date of Enactment Unchanged.--A restated
provision is deemed to have been enacted on the date of
enactment of the corresponding source provision.
(d) References to Restated Provisions.--A reference to a
restated provision is deemed to refer to the corresponding
source provision.
(e) References to Source Provisions.--A reference to a
source provision, including a reference in a regulation,
order, or other law, is deemed to refer to the corresponding
restated provision.
(f) Regulations, Orders, and Other Administrative
Actions.--A regulation, order, or other administrative action
in effect under a source provision continues in effect under
the corresponding restated provision.
(g) Actions Taken and Offenses Committed.--An action taken
or an offense committed under a source provision is deemed to
have been taken or committed under the corresponding restated
provision.
SEC. 6. REPEALS.
(a) In General.--The provisions of law listed in subsection
(b) are repealed, except with respect to rights and duties
that matured, penalties that were incurred, or proceedings
that were begun before the date of enactment of this Act.
(b) Schedule of Laws Repealed.--The repealed provisions
referred to in subsection (a) are listed in the table below.
Schedule of Laws Repealed
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United States Code
Act Section Former
Classification
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National Aeronautics and Space 104 31 U.S.C. 1105
Administration Authorization note
Act, Fiscal Year 1989 (Public
Law 100-685)
National Aeronautics and Space 210 51 U.S.C. 30103
Administration Authorization note
Act, Fiscal Year 1993 (Public
Law 102-588)
National Aeronautics and Space 201 42 U.S.C. 18311
Administration Authorization
Act of 2010 (Public Law 111-
267)
202 42 U.S.C. 18312
301(b) 42 U.S.C. 18321(b)
302 42 U.S.C. 18322
303 42 U.S.C. 18323
304 42 U.S.C. 18324
305 42 U.S.C. 18325
308 42 U.S.C. 18326
401 42 U.S.C. 18341
403 42 U.S.C. 18342
501 42 U.S.C. 18351
502 42 U.S.C. 18352
503(a) 42 U.S.C. 18353(a)
503(d) 42 U.S.C. 18353(d)
503(e) 42 U.S.C. 18353(e)
503(f) 42 U.S.C. 18353(f)
504 42 U.S.C. 18354
702 42 U.S.C. 18371
703 42 U.S.C. 18372
704 42 U.S.C. 18373
706 42 U.S.C. 18374
801 42 U.S.C. 18381
802(b) through (e) 42 U.S.C. 18382(b)
through (e)
804 42 U.S.C. 18383
805 42 U.S.C. 18384
806(b), (c) 42 U.S.C.
18385(b), (c)
807 42 U.S.C. 18386
808 42 U.S.C. 18387
902 42 U.S.C. 18401
903 42 U.S.C. 18402
904 42 U.S.C. 18403
906 42 U.S.C. 18404
907 42 U.S.C. 18405
1202(b) 42 U.S.C. 18441(b)
1203(b) 42 U.S.C. 18442(b)
1206 42 U.S.C. 18444
1207 42 U.S.C. 18445
America COMPETES Reauthorization 202(b) 51 U.S.C. note
Act of 2010 (Public Law 111- prec. 40901
358)
203(c) 51 U.S.C. note
prec. 30501
204(b) 51 U.S.C. 20303
note
National Defense Authorization 913(a), (b) 51 U.S.C. 30701
Act for Fiscal Year 2013 note
(Public Law 112-239)
Science Appropriations Act, 2013 (1st, 2d provisos 51 U.S.C. 20145
(Public Law 113-6, div. B, under heading note
title III) ``'', at 127
Stat. 263)
Inspiring the Next Space 3 51 U.S.C. note
Pioneers, Innovators, prec. 40901
Researchers, and Explorers
(INSPIRE) Women Act (Public Law
115-7)
National Aeronautics and Space 301(b) 51 U.S.C. 50111
Administration Transition note
Authorization Act of 2017
(Public Law 115-10)
301(c) 42 U.S.C. 18351,
51 U.S.C. 50111
note
302(d) 42 U.S.C. 18311,
51 U.S.C. 50111
note
302(e) 51 U.S.C. 50111
note
302(f) 42 U.S.C. 18341,
51 U.S.C. 50111
note
302(g) 51 U.S.C. 50111
note
302(h)(2) 51 U.S.C. 50111
note
421(b)(2) 51 U.S.C. 20301
note
421(d) 51 U.S.C. 20301
note
421(f) 51 U.S.C. 20301
note
421(g) 51 U.S.C. 20301
note
432(b) 51 U.S.C. 20302
note
501(b) 51 U.S.C. 20301
note
502(b) 51 U.S.C. 20301
note
508 51 U.S.C. 20301
note
509 51 U.S.C. 20301
note
517 51 U.S.C. 20113
note
701(c) 51 U.S.C. 20301
note
701(d) 51 U.S.C. 20301
note
702(a) 51 U.S.C. 20301
note
702(b) 51 U.S.C. 20301
note
702(c) 51 U.S.C. 20301
note
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702(d) 51 U.S.C. 20301
note
702(e) 51 U.S.C. 20301
note
702(f)(1) 51 U.S.C. 20301
note
702(h) 51 U.S.C. 20301
note
811(a) 51 U.S.C. 20111
note
812 51 U.S.C. 20111
note
813(b) 51 U.S.C. 20111
note
821 51 U.S.C. 20111
note
822(c) 51 U.S.C. 50131
note
824(b)(1) 51 U.S.C. note
prec. 40901
825(c) 51 U.S.C. 50131
note
826 51 U.S.C. 70102
note
837(b) 51 U.S.C. 31502
note
837(c) 51 U.S.C. 31502
note
837(d) 51 U.S.C. 31502
note
837(e) 51 U.S.C. 31502
note
841(b) 51 U.S.C. 20113
note
841(c) 51 U.S.C. 20113
note
841(d) 51 U.S.C. 20113
note
841(e) 51 U.S.C. 20113
note
Women in Aerospace Education Act 3 51 U.S.C. note
(Public Law 115-303) prec. 40901
William M. (Mac) Thornberry 9406 51 U.S.C. note
National Defense Authorization prec. 40901
Act for Fiscal Year 2021
(Public Law 116-283)
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The SPEAKER pro tempore. Pursuant to the rule, the gentleman from
Wisconsin (Mr. Tiffany) and the gentleman from Georgia (Mr. Johnson)
each will control 20 minutes.
The Chair recognizes the gentleman from Wisconsin.
General Leave
Mr. TIFFANY. Mr. Speaker, I ask unanimous consent that all Members
may have 5 legislative days in which to revise and extend their remarks
and insert extraneous material on H.R. 7339.
The SPEAKER pro tempore. Is there objection to the request of the
gentleman from Wisconsin?
There was no objection.
Mr. TIFFANY. Mr. Speaker, I yield myself such time as I may consume.
Mr. Speaker, I rise in support of H.R. 7339. This bill was prepared
for the Judiciary Committee by the Office of Law Revision Counsel.
In 2010, Congress enacted a restatement of title 51 making it a
positive law title. Since that time, Congress has continued to
legislate on matters within title 51, which necessitates the bill to
update the title before us today.
This bill does not change the substance of any law on the books. It
simply updates title 51 to account for laws passed by Congress. I thank
my colleagues on the Judiciary Committee for the bipartisan way that we
handle these bills. I urge support of H.R. 7339, and I reserve the
balance of my time.
Mr. JOHNSON of Georgia. Mr. Speaker, I yield myself such time as I
may consume.
Mr. Speaker, I rise to support H.R. 7339, which makes a number of
technical amendments to title 51 of the United States Code, while
making no substantive changes. I thank the gentlewoman from North
Carolina (Ms. Ross), for introducing this bill.
Mr. Speaker, I yield 3 minutes to the gentlewoman from North Carolina
(Ms. Ross).
Ms. ROSS. Mr. Speaker, I am proud to lead H.R. 7339, which updates
title 51 of the U.S. Code with new legislation enacted into law after
2010.
This title is known as the National and Commercial Space Programs,
and so much of that new legislation came through the Science, Space,
and Technology Committee.
The bill fixes cross-references and headings, removes obsolete
language, and clarifies some phrases. Notably, as you have heard, this
bill does not make any substantive change to the law, which is why it
passed out of the Judiciary Committee with unanimous support.
Updating the U.S. Code periodically to make these technical and
conforming changes helps ensure that the law is accessible to everyday
Americans. The American people deserve a code that is comprehensible
without specialized knowledge, and making the updates in this bill will
help make that goal a reality.
Mr. JOHNSON of Georgia. Mr. Speaker, I support the legislation, I
encourage my colleagues to do the same, and I yield back the balance of
my time.
Mr. TIFFANY. Mr. Speaker, I urge support of this bill also, and I
yield back the balance of my time.
The SPEAKER pro tempore. The question is on the motion offered by the
gentleman from Wisconsin (Mr. Tiffany) that the House suspend the rules
and pass the bill, H.R. 7339.
The question was taken; and (two-thirds being in the affirmative) the
rules were suspended and the bill was passed.
A motion to reconsider was laid on the table.
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