In this chapter, the term “institution of higher education” has the meaning given the term by section 101 of the Higher Education Act of 1965 (20 U.S.C. 1001).

(Pub. L. 111–314, §3, Dec. 18, 2010, 124 Stat. 3378.)

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40101 | 42 U.S.C. 16701. | Pub. L. 109–155, title IV, §401, Dec. 30, 2005, 119 Stat. 2923. |


Congress reaffirms the national commitment to aeronautics research made in chapter 201 of this title. Aeronautics research and development remains a core mission of the Administration. The Administration is the lead agency for civil aeronautics research. Further, the government of the United States shall promote aeronautics research and development that will expand the capacity, ensure the safety, and increase the efficiency of the Nation's air transportation system, promote the security of the Nation, protect the environment, and retain the leadership of the United States in global aviation.

(Pub. L. 111–314, §3, Dec. 18, 2010, 124 Stat. 3379.)

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40102 | 42 U.S.C. 16711. | Pub. L. 109–155, title IV, §411, Dec. 30, 2005, 119 Stat. 2923. |


Ex. Ord. No. 13419, Dec. 20, 2006, 71 F.R. 77565, provided:

By the authority vested in me as President by the Constitution and the laws of the United States of America, including section 204 of the National Science and Technology Policy, Organization, and Priorities Act of 1976, as amended (42 U.S.C. 6613), section 101(c) of the National Aeronautics and Space Administration Authorization Act of 2005 (Public Law 109–155), and section 301 of title 3, United States Code, it is hereby ordered as follows:

*National Aeronautics Research and Development Policy*. Continued progress in aeronautics, the science of flight, is essential to America's economic success and the protection of America's security interests at home and around the globe. Accordingly, it shall be the policy of the United States to facilitate progress in aeronautics research and development (R&D) through appropriate funding and activities of the Federal Government, in cooperation with State, territorial, tribal, local, and foreign governments, international organizations, academic and research institutions, private organizations, and other entities, as appropriate. The Federal Government shall only undertake roles in supporting aeronautics R&D that are not more appropriately performed by the private sector. The National Aeronautics Research and Development Policy prepared by the National Science and Technology Council should, to the extent consistent with this order and its implementation, guide the aeronautics R&D programs of the United States through 2020.

*Functions of the Director of the Office of Science and Technology Policy*. To implement the policy set forth in section 1 of this order, the Director of the Office of Science and Technology Policy (the “Director”) shall:

(a) review the funding and activities of the Federal Government relating to aeronautics R&D;

(b) recommend to the President, the Director of the Office of Management and Budget, and the heads of executive departments and agencies, as appropriate, such actions with respect to funding and activities of the Federal Government relating to aeronautics R&D as may be necessary to

(i) advance United States technological leadership in aeronautics;

(ii) support innovative research leading to significant advances in aeronautical concepts, technologies, and capabilities;

(iii) pursue and develop advanced aeronautics concepts and technologies, including those for advanced aircraft systems and air transportation management systems, to benefit America's security and effective and efficient national airspace management;

(iv) maintain and advance United States aeronautics research, development, test and evaluation infrastructure to provide effective experimental and computational capabilities in support of aeronautics R&D;

(v) facilitate the educational development of the future aeronautics workforce as needed to further Federal Government interests;

(vi) enhance coordination and communication among executive departments and agencies to maximize the effectiveness of Federal Government R&D resources; and

(vii) ensure appropriate Federal Government coordination with State, territorial, tribal, local, and foreign governments, international organizations, academic and research institutions, private organizations, and other entities.

*Implementation of National Aeronautics Research and Development Policy*. To implement the policy set forth in section 1 of this order, the Director shall:

(a) develop and, not later than 1 year after the date of this order, submit for approval by the President a plan for national aeronautics R&D and for related infrastructure, (the “plan”), and thereafter submit, not less often than biennially, to the President for approval any changes to the plan;

(b) monitor and report to the President as appropriate on the implementation of the approved plan;

(c) ensure that executive departments and agencies conducting aeronautics R&D:

(i) obtain and exchange information and advice, as appropriate, from organizations and individuals outside the Federal Government in support of Federal Government planning and performance of aeronautics R&D;

(ii) develop and implement, as appropriate, measures for improving dissemination of R&D results and facilitating technology transition from R&D to applications; and

(iii) identify and promote innovative policies and approaches that complement and enhance Federal Government aeronautics R&D investment; and

(d) report to the President on the results of the efforts of executive departments and agencies to implement paragraphs (c)(i) through (iii) of this section.

*General Provisions*. (a) In implementing this order, the Director shall:

(i) obtain as appropriate the assistance of the National Science and Technology Council in the performance of the Director's functions under this order, consistent with Executive Order 12881 of November 23, 1993, as amended;

(ii) coordinate as appropriate with the Director of the Office of Management and Budget; and

(iii) obtain information and advice from all sources as appropriate, including individuals associated with academic and research institutions and private organizations.

(b) The functions of the President under subsection (c) of section 101 of the National Aeronautics and Space Administration Authorization Act of 2005, except the function of designation, are assigned to the Director of the Office of Science and Technology Policy. In performing these assigned functions, the Director shall, as appropriate, consult the Administrator of the National Aeronautics and Space Administration, the Secretary of Defense, the Secretary of Transportation, the Director of the Office of Management and Budget, and other heads of executive departments and agencies as appropriate. The Director also shall ensure that all actions taken in the performance of such functions are consistent with the authority set forth in subsections (a) through (d) of section 6 of Executive Order 13346 of July 8, 2004.

(c) This order shall be implemented in a manner consistent with:

(i) applicable law, including section 102A(i) of the National Security Act of 1947, as amended (50 U.S.C. 403–1(i)), and subject to the availability of appropriations; and

(ii) statutory authority of the principal officers of executive departments and agencies as the heads of their respective departments and agencies.

(d) This order shall not be construed to impair or otherwise affect the functions of the Director of the Office of Management and Budget relating to budget, administrative, and legislative proposals.

(e) This order is not intended to, and does not, create any rights or benefits, substantive or procedural, enforceable at law or in equity by a party against the United States, its departments, agencies, instrumentalities, or entities, its officers, employees, or agents, or any other person.

George W. Bush.

The Administrator shall coordinate, as appropriate, the Administration's aeronautics activities with relevant programs in the Department of Transportation, the Department of Defense, the Department of Commerce, and the Department of Homeland Security, including the activities of the Next Generation Air Transportation System Joint Planning and Development Office established under section 709 of the Vision 100—Century of Aviation Reauthorization Act (Public Law 108–176, 49 U.S.C. 40101 note).

(Pub. L. 111–314, §3, Dec. 18, 2010, 124 Stat. 3379.)

Revised Section | Source (U.S. Code) | Source (Statutes at Large) |
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40103 | 42 U.S.C. 16712(b). | Pub. L. 110–69, title II, §2002(b), Aug. 9, 2007, 121 Stat. 583. |


The words “Next Generation Air Transportation System” are inserted before “Joint Planning and Development Office” for consistency with section 709 of the Vision 100—Century of Aviation Reauthorization Act (Public Law 108–176, 49 U.S.C. 40101 note).

Research and development activities performed by the Aeronautics Research Mission Directorate with the primary objective of assisting in the development of a flight project in another Mission Directorate shall be funded by the Mission Directorate seeking assistance.

(Pub. L. 111–314, §3, Dec. 18, 2010, 124 Stat. 3379.)

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40104 | 42 U.S.C. 17724. | Pub. L. 110–422, title III, §307, Oct. 15, 2008, 122 Stat. 4788. |


(a)

(b)

(Pub. L. 111–314, §3, Dec. 18, 2010, 124 Stat. 3379.)

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40111 | 42 U.S.C. 16721(a), (b). | Pub. L. 109–155, title IV, §421(a), (b), Dec. 30, 2005, 119 Stat. 2924. |


(a)

(b)

(c)

(d)

(e)

(1)

(2)

(f)

(1)

(2)

(Pub. L. 111–314, §3, Dec. 18, 2010, 124 Stat. 3379.)

Revised Section | Source (U.S. Code) | Source (Statutes at Large) |
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40112(a) | 42 U.S.C. 16722(b). | Pub. L. 109–155, title IV, §422(b)–(g), Dec. 30, 2005, 119 Stat. 2925. |

40112(b) | 42 U.S.C. 16722(c). | |

40112(c) | 42 U.S.C. 16722(d). | |

40112(d) | 42 U.S.C. 16722(e). | |

40112(e) | 42 U.S.C. 16722(f). | |

40112(f) | 42 U.S.C. 16722(g). |


Pub. L. 101–611, title I, §116, Nov. 16, 1990, 104 Stat. 3202, provided that:

“(a)

“(b)

“(1) The Secretary and the Adminstrator [sic] shall jointly develop a management plan for the program established under subsection (a), which shall include goals, major tasks, anticipated schedules, organizational structure, funding profiles, details of the respective responsibilities of the Secretary and the Administrator, and resource procurement strategies.

“(2) The management plan developed pursuant to paragraph (1) shall be submitted to the Congress within 120 days after the date of enactment of this Act [Nov. 16, 1990].”

[Pub. L. 101–611, title I, §127, Nov. 16, 1990, 104 Stat. 3205, provided that: “For purposes of this title [see Tables for classification], the term ‘Administrator’ means the Administrator of the National Aeronautics and Space Administration.”]

(a)

(b)

(Pub. L. 111–314, §3, Dec. 18, 2010, 124 Stat. 3380.)

Revised Section | Source (U.S. Code) | Source (Statutes at Large) |
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40113 | 42 U.S.C. 16723. | Pub. L. 109–155, title IV, §423, Dec. 30, 2005, 119 Stat. 2925. |


In subsection (b), the date “December 30, 2005” is substituted for “the date of enactment of this Act” to reflect the date of enactment of the National Aeronautics and Space Administration Authorization Act of 2005 (Public Law 109–155, 119 Stat. 2895).

(a)

(b)

(Pub. L. 111–314, §3, Dec. 18, 2010, 124 Stat. 3380.)

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40114 | 42 U.S.C. 16724. | Pub. L. 109–155, title IV, §424, Dec. 30, 2005, 119 Stat. 2926. |


In subsection (b), the date “December 30, 2005” is substituted for “the date of enactment of this Act” to reflect the date of enactment of the National Aeronautics and Space Administration Authorization Act of 2005 (Public Law 109–155, 119 Stat. 2895).

The Administrator may carry out a program of collaborative research with the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration on convective weather events, with the goal of significantly improving the reliability of 2-hour to 6-hour aviation weather forecasts.

(Pub. L. 111–314, §3, Dec. 18, 2010, 124 Stat. 3381.)

Revised Section | Source (U.S. Code) | Source (Statutes at Large) |
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40115 | 42 U.S.C. 16725. | Pub. L. 109–155, title IV, §425, Dec. 30, 2005, 119 Stat. 2926. |


(a)

(b)

(c)

(d)

(1) satisfactory performance in meeting the goals of the research plan proposed in the application submitted under subsection (c); and

(2) other requirements as specified by the Administrator.

(Pub. L. 111–314, §3, Dec. 18, 2010, 124 Stat. 3381.)

Revised Section | Source (U.S. Code) | Source (Statutes at Large) |
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40116 | 42 U.S.C. 16727. | Pub. L. 109–155, title IV, §427, Dec. 30, 2005, 119 Stat. 2926; Pub. L. 110–422, title III, §308, Oct. 15, 2008, 122 Stat. 4788. |


In subsection (b), the words “Centers for Research on Aviation Training” are substituted for “Centers” for clarity. There are references to both “Centers for Research on Aviation Training” and “Administration Centers” in subsection (a).

In subsection (d)(1), the words “proposed in the application submitted under subsection (c)” are substituted for “proposed by the Center in its application under subsection (c)” for clarity. Under section (c), applications are filed by an institution of higher education (or a consortium of such institutions) seeking funding, and not by the Center for which such funding is sought.

(a)

(b)

(c)

(Pub. L. 111–314, §3, Dec. 18, 2010, 124 Stat. 3381.)

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40131 | 42 U.S.C. 16741. | Pub. L. 109–155, title IV, §431, Dec. 30, 2005, 119 Stat. 2927. |


In subsection (b), the date “December 30, 2005” is substituted for “the date of enactment of this Act” to reflect the date of enactment of the National Aeronautics and Space Administration Authorization Act of 2005 (Public Law 109–155, 119 Stat. 2895).

The Administrator shall make available upon request satellite imagery and aerial photography of remote terrain that the Administration owns at the time of the request to the Administrator of the Federal Aviation Administration or the Director of the Five Star Medallion Program, to assist and train pilots in navigating challenging topographical features of such terrain.

(Pub. L. 111–314, §3, Dec. 18, 2010, 124 Stat. 3382.)

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40141 | 42 U.S.C. 16751. | Pub. L. 109–155, title IV, §441, Dec. 30, 2005, 119 Stat. 2927. |



The purposes of this chapter are to—

(1) increase the understanding, assessment, development, and utilization of space resources by promoting a strong educational base, responsive research and training activities, and broad and prompt dissemination of knowledge and techniques;

(2) utilize the abilities and talents of the universities of the Nation to support and contribute to the exploration and development of the resources and opportunities afforded by the space environment;

(3) encourage and support, within the university community of the Nation, the existence of interdisciplinary and multidisciplinary programs of space research that—

(A) engage in integrated activities of training, research, and public service;

(B) have cooperative programs with industry; and

(C) are coordinated with the overall program of the Administration;

(4) encourage and support the existence of consortia, made up of university and industry members, in order to advance the exploration and development of space resources in cases in which national objectives can be better fulfilled through such consortia than through the programs of single universities;

(5) encourage and support Federal funding for graduate fellowships in fields related to space; and

(6) support activities in colleges and universities generally for the purpose of creating and operating a network of institutional programs that will enhance achievements resulting from efforts under this chapter.

(Pub. L. 111–314, §3, Dec. 18, 2010, 124 Stat. 3382.)

Revised Section | Source (U.S. Code) | Source (Statutes at Large) |
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40301 | 42 U.S.C. 2486a. | Pub. L. 100–147, title II, §203, Oct. 30, 1987, 101 Stat. 869. |


In paragraph (3), the word “that” is substituted for “, to” for clarity.

In paragraph (4), the words “in order to” are substituted for “to”, and the words “through such consortia” are added, for clarity.

Pub. L. 100–147, title II, §202, Oct. 30, 1987, 101 Stat. 869, provided that: “The Congress finds that—

“(1) the vitality of the Nation and the quality of life of the citizens of the Nation depend increasingly on the understanding, assessment, development, and utilization of space resources;

“(2) research and development of space science, space technology, and space commercialization will contribute to the quality of life, national security, and the enhancement of commerce;

“(3) the understanding and development of the space frontiers require a broad commitment and an intense involvement on the part of the Federal Government in partnership with State and local governments, private industry, universities, organizations, and individuals concerned with the exploration and utilization of space;

“(4) the National Aeronautics and Space Administration, through the national space grant college and fellowship program, offers the most suitable means for such commitment and involvement through the promotion of activities that will result in greater understanding, assessment, development, and utilization; and

“(5) Federal support of the establishment, development, and operation of programs and projects by space grant colleges, space grant regional consortia, institutions of higher education, institutes, laboratories, and other appropriate public and private entities is the most cost-effective way to promote such activities.”

[For definition of terms used in section 202 of Pub. L. 100–147, set out above, see section 204 of Pub. L. 100–147, title II, Oct. 30, 1987, 101 Stat. 870, which was classified to former section 2486b of Title 42, The Public Health and Welfare, and was repealed and reenacted as section 40302 of this title by Pub. L. 111–314, §§3, 6, Dec. 18, 2010, 124 Stat. 3328, 3444.]

In this chapter:

(1)

(2)

(3)

(4)

(5)

(6)

(7)

(A) is administered by any space grant college, space grant regional consortium, institution of higher education, institute, laboratory, or State or local agency; and

(B) includes 2 or more projects involving education and one or more of the following activities in the fields related to space:

(i) Research.

(ii) Training.

(iii) Advisory services.

(8)

(9)

(A) aeronautical and space activities; or

(B) advancements in any field related to space.

(10)

(Pub. L. 111–314, §3, Dec. 18, 2010, 124 Stat. 3383.)

Revised Section | Source (U.S. Code) | Source (Statutes at Large) |
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40302 | 42 U.S.C. 2486b. | Pub. L. 100–147, title II, §204, Oct. 30, 1987, 101 Stat. 870. |


The definitions of “Administration” and “Administrator” in section 204 of the National Space Grant College and Fellowship Act (Public Law 100–147, title II, 101 Stat. 870) are omitted as unnecessary because of the definitions added by section 10101 of title 51.

(a)

(b)

(1) apply the long-range planning guidelines and the priorities established by the Administrator under subsection (a);

(2) advise the Administrator with respect to the expertise and capabilities which are available through the national space grant college and fellowship program, and make such expertise available to the Administration as directed by the Administrator;

(3) evaluate activities conducted under grants and contracts awarded pursuant to sections 40304 and 40305 of this title to ensure that the purposes set forth in section 40301 of this title are implemented;

(4) encourage other Federal departments, agencies, and instrumentalities to use and take advantage of the expertise and capabilities which are available through the national space grant college and fellowship program, on a cooperative or other basis;

(5) encourage cooperation and coordination with other Federal programs concerned with the development of space resources and fields related to space;

(6) advise the Administrator on the designation of recipients supported by the national space grant college and fellowship program and, in appropriate cases, on the termination or suspension of any such designation; and

(7) encourage the formation and growth of space grant and fellowship programs.

(c)

(1) accept conditional or unconditional gifts or donations of services, money, or property, real, personal or mixed, tangible or intangible;

(2) accept and use funds from other Federal departments, agencies, and instrumentalities to pay for fellowships, grants, contracts, and other transactions; and

(3) issue such rules and regulations as may be necessary and appropriate.

(Pub. L. 111–314, §3, Dec. 18, 2010, 124 Stat. 3383.)

Revised Section | Source (U.S. Code) | Source (Statutes at Large) |
---|---|---|

40303 | 42 U.S.C. 2486c. | Pub. L. 100–147, title II, §205, Oct. 30, 1987, 101 Stat. 871. |


(a)

(b)

(1) no reasonable means is available through which the applicant can meet the matching requirement for a grant under subsection (a);

(2) the probable benefit of the project outweighs the public interest in the matching requirement; and

(3) the same or equivalent benefit cannot be obtained through the award of a contract or grant under subsection (a) or section 40305 of this title.

(c)

(d)

(1)

(2)

(A) the purchase of any land;

(B) the purchase, construction, preservation, or repair of any building; or

(C) the purchase or construction of any launch facility or launch vehicle.

(3)

(4)

(Pub. L. 111–314, §3, Dec. 18, 2010, 124 Stat. 3384.)

Revised Section | Source (U.S. Code) | Source (Statutes at Large) |
---|---|---|

40304 | 42 U.S.C. 2486d. | Pub. L. 100–147, title II, §206, Oct. 30, 1987, 101 Stat. 872. |


In subsection (a), the words “not more than 66 percent” are substituted for “66 percent, or any lesser percent”, and the word “except” is substituted for “except that this limitation shall not apply”, for clarity and to eliminate unnecessary words.

In subsection (b), the words “up to 100 percent” are substituted for “100 percent, or any lesser percent” to eliminate unnecessary words.

(a)

(b)

(Pub. L. 111–314, §3, Dec. 18, 2010, 124 Stat. 3385.)

Revised Section | Source (U.S. Code) | Source (Statutes at Large) |
---|---|---|

40305 | 42 U.S.C. 2486e. | Pub. L. 100–147, title II, §207, Oct. 30, 1987, 101 Stat. 873. |


In subsection (a), the words “up to 100 percent” are substituted for “100 percent, or any lesser percent” to eliminate unnecessary words.

(a)

(1)

(A) any institution of higher education as a space grant college; and

(B) any association or other alliance of 2 or more persons, other than individuals, as a space grant regional consortium.

(2)

(A) is maintaining a balanced program of research, education, training, and advisory services in fields related to space;

(B) will act in accordance with such guidelines as are prescribed under subsection (b)(2); and

(C) meets such other qualifications as the Administrator considers necessary or appropriate.

(3)

(A) is established for the purpose of sharing expertise, research, educational facilities or training facilities, and other capabilities in order to facilitate research, education, training, and advisory services in any field related to space;

(B) will encourage and follow a regional approach to solving problems or meeting needs relating to space, in cooperation with appropriate space grant colleges, space grant programs, and other persons in the region;

(C) will act in accordance with such guidelines as are prescribed under subsection (b)(2); and

(D) meets such other qualifications as the Administrator considers necessary or appropriate.

(b)

(1) the qualifications required to be met under paragraphs (2)(C) and (3)(D) of subsection (a); and

(2) guidelines relating to the activities and responsibilities of space grant colleges and space grant regional consortia.

(c)

(Pub. L. 111–314, §3, Dec. 18, 2010, 124 Stat. 3386.)

Revised Section | Source (U.S. Code) | Source (Statutes at Large) |
---|---|---|

40306 | 42 U.S.C. 2486f. | Pub. L. 100–147, title II, §208, Oct. 30, 1987, 101 Stat. 873. |


(a)

(b)

(c)

(Pub. L. 111–314, §3, Dec. 18, 2010, 124 Stat. 3387.)

Revised Section | Source (U.S. Code) | Source (Statutes at Large) |
---|---|---|

40307 | 42 U.S.C. 2486g. | Pub. L. 100–147, title II, §209, Oct. 30, 1987, 101 Stat. 874. |


(a)

(b)

(1) applications or proposals for, and performance under, grants and contracts awarded pursuant to sections 40304 and 40305 of this title;

(2) the space grant fellowship program;

(3) the designation and operation of space grant colleges and space grant regional consortia, and the operation of space grant and fellowship programs;

(4) the formulation and application of the planning guidelines and priorities pursuant to subsections (a) and (b)(1) of section 40303 of this title; and

(5) such other matters as the Administrator refers to the panel for review and advice.

(c)

(d)

(1)

(2)

(3)

(4)

(5)

(Pub. L. 111–314, §3, Dec. 18, 2010, 124 Stat. 3387.)

Revised Section | Source (U.S. Code) | Source (Statutes at Large) |
---|---|---|

40308 | 42 U.S.C. 2486h. | Pub. L. 100–147, title II, §210, Oct. 30, 1987, 101 Stat. 874. |


In subsection (a), the word “provisions” is substituted for “provisons” to correct an error in the law.

The Federal Advisory Committee Act, referred to in subsec. (a), is Pub. L. 92–463, Oct. 6, 1972, 86 Stat. 770, which is set out in the Appendix to Title 5, Government Organization and Employees.

Each department, agency, or other instrumentality of the Federal Government that is engaged in or concerned with, or that has authority over, matters relating to space—

(1) may, upon a written request from the Administrator, make available, on a reimbursable basis or otherwise, any personnel (with their consent and without prejudice to their position and rating), service, or facility which the Administrator considers necessary to carry out any provision of this chapter;

(2) may, upon a written request from the Administrator, furnish any available data or other information which the Administrator considers necessary to carry out any provision of this chapter; and

(3) may cooperate with the Administration.

(Pub. L. 111–314, §3, Dec. 18, 2010, 124 Stat. 3388.)

Revised Section | Source (U.S. Code) | Source (Statutes at Large) |
---|---|---|

40309 | 42 U.S.C. 2486i. | Pub. L. 100–147, title II, §211, Oct. 30, 1987, 101 Stat. 875. |


The Administrator shall not under this chapter designate any space grant college or space grant regional consortium or award any fellowship, grant, or contract unless such designation or award is made in accordance with the competitive, merit-based review process employed by the Administration on October 30, 1987.

(Pub. L. 111–314, §3, Dec. 18, 2010, 124 Stat. 3388.)

Revised Section | Source (U.S. Code) | Source (Statutes at Large) |
---|---|---|

40310 | 42 U.S.C. 2486k. | Pub. L. 100–147, title II, §213, Oct. 30, 1987, 101 Stat. 875. |


The date “October 30, 1987” is substituted for “the date of enactment of this Act” to reflect the date of enactment of the National Space Grant College and Fellowship Act, which is title II of the National Aeronautics and Space Administration Authorization Act of 1988 (Public Law 100–147, 101 Stat. 860).

The Administration shall continue its emphasis on the importance of education to expand opportunities for Americans to understand and participate in the Administration's aeronautics and space projects by supporting and enhancing science and engineering education, research, and public outreach efforts.

(Pub. L. 111–314, §3, Dec. 18, 2010, 124 Stat. 3388.)

Revised Section | Source (U.S. Code) | Source (Statutes at Large) |
---|---|---|

40311 | 42 U.S.C. 17781(c). | Pub. L. 110–422, title VII, §704(c), Oct. 15, 2008, 122 Stat. 4803. |



(a)

(b)

(c)

(d)

(Pub. L. 111–314, §3, Dec. 18, 2010, 124 Stat. 3389.)

Revised Section | Source (U.S. Code) | Source (Statutes at Large) |
---|---|---|

40501 | 42 U.S.C. 2487a. | Pub. L. 102–588, title VI, §602, Nov. 4, 1992, 106 Stat. 5130. |


Pub. L. 102–588, title VI, §601, Nov. 4, 1992, 106 Stat. 5130, provided that: “The Congress finds that—

“(1) the space program can make significant contributions to selected areas of health-related research and should be an integral part of the Nation's health research and development program;

“(2) the continuing development of trained scientists and engineers is essential to carrying out an effective and sustained program of biomedical research in space and on the ground;

“(3) the establishment and maintenance of an electronically accessible archive of data on space-related biomedical research is essential to advancement of the field;

“(4) cooperation with the republics of the former Soviet Union, including use of former Soviet orbital facilities, offers the potential for greatly enhanced biomedical research activities and progress; and

“(5) the establishment and maintenance of an international telemedicine consultation satellite capability to support emergency medical service provision can provide an important aid to disaster relief efforts.”

(a)

(b)

(Pub. L. 111–314, §3, Dec. 18, 2010, 124 Stat. 3389.)

Revised Section | Source (U.S. Code) | Source (Statutes at Large) |
---|---|---|

40502 | 42 U.S.C. 2487b. | Pub. L. 102–588, title VI, §603, Nov. 4, 1992, 106 Stat. 5130. |


The Administrator and the Director of the National Institutes of Health shall create a joint program of graduate research fellowships in biomedical research described in section 40501(a) of this title. Fellowships under such program may provide for participation in approved research conferences and symposia.

(Pub. L. 111–314, §3, Dec. 18, 2010, 124 Stat. 3389.)

Revised Section | Source (U.S. Code) | Source (Statutes at Large) |
---|---|---|

40503 | 42 U.S.C. 2487c. | Pub. L. 102–588, title VI, §604, Nov. 4, 1992, 106 Stat. 5131. |


The Administrator shall create and maintain a national electronic data archive for biomedical research data obtained from space-based experiments.

(Pub. L. 111–314, §3, Dec. 18, 2010, 124 Stat. 3389.)

Revised Section | Source (U.S. Code) | Source (Statutes at Large) |
---|---|---|

40504 | 42 U.S.C. 2487e. | Pub. L. 102–588, title VI, §606, Nov. 4, 1992, 106 Stat. 5131. |


The Administrator, the Administrator of the Federal Emergency Management Agency, the Director of the Office of Foreign Disaster Assistance, and the Surgeon General of the United States shall jointly create and maintain an international telemedicine satellite consultation capability to support emergency medical services in disaster-stricken areas.

(Pub. L. 111–314, §3, Dec. 18, 2010, 124 Stat. 3389.)

Revised Section | Source (U.S. Code) | Source (Statutes at Large) |
---|---|---|

40505 | 42 U.S.C. 2487f. | Pub. L. 102–588, title VI, §607, Nov. 4, 1992, 106 Stat. 5131; Pub. L. 109–295, title VI, §612(c), Oct. 4, 2006, 120 Stat. 1410. |


The words “Office of Foreign Disaster Assistance” are substituted for “Office of Foreign Disaster” to correct an error in the law.


The Administrator may establish an initiative with the objective of developing, and demonstrating in a relevant environment, technologies to enable the following commercial aircraft performance characteristics:

(1)

(2)

(3)

(Pub. L. 111–314, §3, Dec. 18, 2010, 124 Stat. 3390.)

Revised Section | Source (U.S. Code) | Source (Statutes at Large) |
---|---|---|

40701 | 42 U.S.C. 16722(a). | Pub. L. 109–155, title IV, §422(a), Dec. 30, 2005, 119 Stat. 2924. |


In paragraphs (2) and (3), the date “December 30, 2005” is substituted for “the date of enactment of this Act” to reflect the date of enactment of the National Aeronautics and Space Administration Authorization Act of 2005 (Public Law 109–155, 119 Stat. 2895).

The Administrator shall establish an initiative involving the Administration, universities, industry, and other research organizations as appropriate, of research, development, and demonstration, in a relevant environment, of technologies to enable the following commercial aircraft performance characteristics:

(1)

(2)

(Pub. L. 111–314, §3, Dec. 18, 2010, 124 Stat. 3390.)

Revised Section | Source (U.S. Code) | Source (Statutes at Large) |
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40702 | 42 U.S.C. 17721. | Pub. L. 110–422, title III, §302, Oct. 15, 2008, 122 Stat. 4786. |


In paragraphs (1) and (2), the date “October 15, 2008” is substituted for “the date of enactment of this Act” to reflect the date of enactment of the National Aeronautics and Space Administration Authorization Act of 2008 (Public Law 110–422, 122 Stat. 4779).

In addition to pursuing the research and development initiative described in section 40702 of this title, the Administrator shall, to the maximum extent practicable within available funding, align the fundamental aeronautics research program to address high priority technology challenges of the National Academies’ Decadal Survey of Civil Aeronautics, and shall work to increase the degree of involvement of external organizations, and especially of universities, in the fundamental aeronautics research program.

(Pub. L. 111–314, §3, Dec. 18, 2010, 124 Stat. 3390.)

Revised Section | Source (U.S. Code) | Source (Statutes at Large) |
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40703 | 42 U.S.C. 17722. | Pub. L. 110–422, title III, §303, Oct. 15, 2008, 122 Stat. 4787. |


(a)

(b)

(Pub. L. 111–314, §3, Dec. 18, 2010, 124 Stat. 3391.)

Revised Section | Source (U.S. Code) | Source (Statutes at Large) |
---|---|---|

40704(a) | 42 U.S.C. 17723(b). | Pub. L. 110–422, title III, §304(b), (c), Oct. 15, 2008, 122 Stat. 4787. |

40704(b) | 42 U.S.C. 17723(c). |


Pub. L. 110–422, title III, §304(a), Oct. 15, 2008, 122 Stat. 4787, provided that: “The ability to fly commercial aircraft over land at supersonic speeds without adverse impacts on the environment or on local communities would open new markets and enable new transportation capabilities. In order to have the basis for establishing appropriate sonic boom standards for such flight operations, a research program is needed to assess the impact in a relevant environment of commercial supersonic flight operations.”


Pub. L. 111–358, title II, §202, Jan. 4, 2011, 124 Stat. 3993, provided that:

“(a)

“(b)

“(1) to 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) to improve public literacy in STEM;

“(3) that employ proven strategies and methods for improving student learning and teaching in STEM;

“(4) to 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;

“(C) promote the adoption and implementation of high-quality education practices that build toward college and career-readiness; and

“(5) to 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.”

[For definition of “STEM” as used in section 202 of Pub. L. 111–358, set out above, see section 2 of Pub. L. 111–358, set out as a note under section 6621 of Title 42, The Public Health and Welfare.]

Pub. L. 109–155, title I, §102, Dec. 30, 2005, 119 Stat. 2905, provided that:

“(a)

“(1)

“(2)

“(B) Not later than three years after the date of enactment of this Act [Dec. 30, 2005], the Administrator shall transmit to the Committee on Science of the House of Representatives and the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation of the Senate an assessment of the impact of the national awareness campaign.

“(b)

“(1) the expected cost of the Crew Exploration Vehicle through fiscal year 2020, based on the public specifications for that development contract; and

“(2) the expected budgets for each fiscal year through 2020 for human spaceflight, aeronautics, space science, and earth science—

“(A) first assuming inflationary growth for the budget of NASA as a whole and including costs for the Crew Exploration Vehicle as projected under paragraph (1); and

“(B) then assuming inflationary growth for the budget of NASA as a whole and including at least two cost estimates for the Crew Exploration Vehicle that are higher than those projected under paragraph (1), based on NASA's past experience with cost increases for similar programs, along with a description of the reasons for selecting the cost estimates used for the calculations under this subparagraph and the confidence level for each of the cost estimates used in this section.

“(c)

“(1)

“(A) Projected Deep Space Network requirements for the next 20 years, including those in support of human space exploration missions.

“(B) Upgrades needed to support Deep Space Network requirements.

“(C) Cost estimates for the maintenance of existing Deep Space Network capabilities.

“(D) Cost estimates and schedules for the upgrades described in subparagraph (B).

“(E) Projected Tracking and Data Relay Satellite System requirements for the next 20 years, including those in support of other relevant Federal agencies.

“(F) Cost and schedule estimates to maintain and upgrade the Tracking and Data Relay Satellite System to meet projected requirements.

“(2)

“(3)

“(d)

“(e)

“(1)

“(A) if any research and development programs of NASA are unnecessarily duplicating aspects of programs of other Federal agencies; and

“(B) if any research and development programs of NASA are neglecting any topics of national interest that are related to the mission of NASA.

“(2)

“(A) describes the results of the study under paragraph (1);

“(B) lists the research and development programs of Federal agencies other than NASA that were reviewed as part of the study, which shall include any program supporting research and development in an area related to the programs of NASA, and the most recent budget figures for those programs of other agencies;

“(C) recommends any changes to the research and development programs of NASA that should be made in response to the findings of the study required by paragraph (1); and

“(D) describes mechanisms the Office of Science and Technology Policy will use to ensure adequate coordination between NASA and Federal agencies that operate related programs.

“(3)

Pub. L. 109–155, title VI, §617, Dec. 30, 2005, 119 Stat. 2934, provided that: “Not later than 60 days after the date of enactment of this Act [Dec. 30, 2005], the Administrator [of the National Aeronautics and Space Administration] shall transmit a report to Congress on the legal status of the Motivating Undergraduates in Science and Technology program. If the report concludes that the program is in compliance with the laws of the United States, NASA [National Aeronautics and Space Administration] shall implement the program, as planned in the July 5, 2005, NASA Research Announcement.”

Pub. L. 92–304, §6, May 19, 1972, 86 Stat. 161, provided generally that any institution of higher education deny for a two-year period payment under programs authorized by the National Aeronautics and Space Act of 1958 (see 51 U.S.C. 20101 et seq.) to any individual attending or employed by such institution who has been convicted of any crime committed after May 19, 1972, which involved the use of force, disruption or seizure of property to prevent officers or students from engaging in their duties or pursuing their studies. Similar provisions were contained in the following prior appropriation acts:

Pub. L. 92–68, §6, Aug. 6, 1971, 85 Stat. 177.

Pub. L. 91–303, §6, July 2, 1970, 84 Stat. 372.

Pub. L. 91–119, §7, Nov. 18, 1969, 83 Stat. 201.

There is appropriated, by transfer from funds appropriated in the Department of Housing and Urban Development—Independent Agencies Appropriations Act, 1989 (Public Law 100–404, 102 Stat. 1014), for “Construction of facilities”, the sum of $15,000,000 to the “Science, Space, and Technology Education Trust Fund”, which is hereby established in the Treasury of the United States. The Secretary of the Treasury shall invest these funds in the United States Treasury special issue securities, and interest shall be credited to the Trust Fund on a quarterly basis. Such interest shall be available for the purpose of making grants for programs directed at improving science, space, and technology education in the United States. The Administrator, after consultation with the Director of the National Science Foundation, shall review applications made for such grants and determine the distribution of available funds on a competitive basis. Grants shall be made available to any awardee only to the extent that the awardee provides matching funds from non-Federal sources to carry out the program for which grants from this Trust Fund are made. Of the funds made available by this Trust Fund, $250,000 shall be disbursed each calendar quarter to the Challenger Center for Space Science Education. The Administrator shall submit to Congress an annual report on the grants made pursuant to this section.

(Pub. L. 111–314, §3, Dec. 18, 2010, 124 Stat. 3391.)

Revised Section | Source (U.S. Code) | Source (Statutes at Large) |
---|---|---|

40901 | 42 U.S.C. 2467. | Pub. L. 100–404, title II, (par. under heading “Science, Space, and Technology Education Trust Fund”, at 102 Stat. 1028), Aug. 19, 1988, 102 Stat. 1028; Pub. L. 103–327, title III, Sept. 28, 1994, 108 Stat. 2328. |


In the first sentence, the words “the Department of Housing and Urban Development—Independent Agencies Appropriations Act, 1989 (Public Law 100–404, 102 Stat. 1014)” are substituted for “this Act” to clarify the reference.

In the second sentence, the words “of the Treasury” are inserted after “the Secretary” for clarity.

In the sixth sentence, the word “hereafter”, which appeared after “each calendar quarter”, is omitted as unnecessary.

(a)

(b)

(c)

(Pub. L. 111–314, §3, Dec. 18, 2010, 124 Stat. 3391.)

Revised Section | Source (U.S. Code) | Source (Statutes at Large) |
---|---|---|

40902 | 42 U.S.C. 2467a. | Pub. L. 102–195, §20, Dec. 9, 1991, 105 Stat. 1615. |


In subsection (a), the words “The Trust Fund shall consist of amounts” are substituted for “The Trust Fund shall consist of gifts and donations accepted by the National Aeronautics and Space Administration pursuant to section 208 of the National Aeronautics and Space Act of 1958 (42 U.S.C. 2476b), as well as other amounts” because the Administration's authority to accept gifts or donations under section 208 of the National Aeronautics and Space Act of 1958 terminated 5 years after October 30, 1987.

(a)

(b)

(1) the application's merit and relevance to the mission of the Administration;

(2) the potential for the grant to serve as a catalyst to enhance the ability of researchers in the State to become more competitive for regular Administration funding;

(3) the potential for the grant to improve the environment for science, mathematics, and engineering education in the State; and

(4) the need to ensure the maximum distribution of grants among eligible States, consistent with merit.

(c)

(d)

(Pub. L. 111–314, §3, Dec. 18, 2010, 124 Stat. 3392.)

Revised Section | Source (U.S. Code) | Source (Statutes at Large) |
---|---|---|

40903(a) | 42 U.S.C. 2467b(c). | Pub. L. 102–588, title III, §304, Nov. 4, 1992, 106 Stat. 5120. |

40903(b) | 42 U.S.C. 2467b(a). | |

40903(c) | 42 U.S.C. 2467b(b). | |

40903(d) | 42 U.S.C. 17781(b). | Pub. L. 110–422, title VII, §704(b), Oct. 15, 2008, 122 Stat. 4802. |


In subsection (d) the words “eligible States” are substituted for “EPSCoR States” for clarity and consistency in the section.

Pub. L. 102–588, title III, §§301–303, Nov. 4, 1992, 106 Stat. 5119, provided that:

“This title [see Tables for classification] may be cited as the ‘Experimental Program to Stimulate Competitive Research on Space and Aeronautics Act’.

“Congress finds that—

“(1) the report of the Advisory Committee on the Future of the United States Space Program has provided a framework within which a consensus on the goals of the space program can be developed;

“(2) the National Aeronautics and Space Administration's space science and applications, aeronautical research and technology, and space research and technology programs will serve as the fulcrum for future initiatives by the United States in civil space and aviation;

“(3) colleges and universities in many States are currently not able to compete successfully for research grants awarded by the National Aeronautics and Space Administration through its space science and applications, aeronautical research and technology, and space research and technology programs;

“(4) balanced programs of space science and applications, aeronautical research and technology, and space research and technology should include initiatives designed to foster competitive research capacity in all geographic areas of the Nation; and

“(5) by strengthening the competitive research capacity in those geographic areas of the Nation which are not currently fully competitive, the education and training of scientists and engineers important to the future of the United States civil space and aviation programs will be fostered.

“It is the policy of the United States that—

“(1) the Administrator [of the National Aeronautics and Space Administration], in planning for national programs in space science and applications, aeronautical research, space flight, and exploration, should ensure the resilience of the space and aeronautics research infrastructure;

“(2) a stable and balanced program of space science and applications, aeronautical research and technology, and space research and technology should include programs to assure that geographic areas of the United States that currently do not successfully participate in competitive space and aeronautical research activities are enabled to become more competitive; and

“(3) programs to improve competitive capabilities should be a part of the research and the educational activities of the National Aeronautics and Space Administration.”

The Administrator shall—

(1) ensure the capacity to support ground-based research leading to space-based basic and applied scientific research in a variety of disciplines with potential direct national benefits and applications that can be advanced significantly from the uniqueness of microgravity and the space environment; and

(2) carry out, to the maximum extent practicable, basic, applied, and commercial International Space Station research in fields such as molecular crystal growth, animal research, basic fluid physics, combustion research, cellular biotechnology, low-temperature physics, and cellular research at a level that will sustain the existing United States scientific expertise and research capability in microgravity research.

(Pub. L. 111–314, §3, Dec. 18, 2010, 124 Stat. 3393.)

Revised Section | Source (U.S. Code) | Source (Statutes at Large) |
---|---|---|

40904(1) | 42 U.S.C. 16655(2). | Pub. L. 109–155, title III, §305(2), (3), Dec. 30, 2005, 119 Stat. 2918. |

40904(2) | 42 U.S.C. 16655(3). |


(a)

(b)

(1) that utilize community-based partnerships in the field;

(2) that build and maintain video conference and exhibit capacity;

(3) that travel directly to rural communities and serve low-income populations; and

(4) with a special emphasis on increasing the number of women and minorities in the science and engineering professions.

(Pub. L. 111–314, §3, Dec. 18, 2010, 124 Stat. 3393.)

Revised Section | Source (U.S. Code) | Source (Statutes at Large) |
---|---|---|

40905 | 42 U.S.C. 16791. | Pub. L. 109–155, title VI, §612, Dec. 30, 2005, 119 Stat. 2932. |


(a)

(b)

(1) data on minority participation in the Administration's education programs, at a minimum in the categories of—

(A) elementary and secondary education;

(B) undergraduate education; and

(C) graduate education; and

(2) the total value of grants the Administration made to Historically Black Colleges and Universities and to Hispanic Serving Institutions through education programs during the period covered by the report.

(c)

(Pub. L. 111–314, §3, Dec. 18, 2010, 124 Stat. 3393.)

Revised Section | Source (U.S. Code) | Source (Statutes at Large) |
---|---|---|

40906 | 42 U.S.C. 16794. | Pub. L. 109–155, title VI, §615, Dec. 30, 2005, 119 Stat. 2934. |


In subsection (b), in the matter before paragraph (1), the words “Every 2 years” are substituted for “Not later than 1 year after the date of enactment of this Act [December 30, 2005], and every 2 years thereafter” to eliminate obsolete language.

In subsection (b), in the matter before paragraph (1), the words “Committee on Science and Technology” are substituted for “Committee on Science” on authority of Rule X(1)(*o*) of the Rules of the House of Representatives, adopted by House Resolution No. 6 (110th Congress, January 5, 2007).

The Administrator may provide grants to, and enter into cooperative agreements with, museums and planetariums to enable them to enhance programs related to space exploration, aeronautics, space science, Earth science, or microgravity.

(Pub. L. 111–314, §3, Dec. 18, 2010, 124 Stat. 3394.)

Revised Section | Source (U.S. Code) | Source (Statutes at Large) |
---|---|---|

40907 | 42 U.S.C. 16795. | Pub. L. 109–155, title VI, §616, Dec. 30, 2005, 119 Stat. 2934. |


From amounts appropriated to the Administration for education programs, the Administrator shall ensure the continuation of the Space Grant Program, the Experimental Program to Stimulate Competitive Research, and, consistent with the results of the review under section 614 of the National Aeronautics and Space Administration Authorization Act of 2005 (Public Law 109–155, 119 Stat. 2933), the Administration Explorer School program, to motivate and develop the next generation of explorers.

(Pub. L. 111–314, §3, Dec. 18, 2010, 124 Stat. 3394.)

Revised Section | Source (U.S. Code) | Source (Statutes at Large) |
---|---|---|

40908 | 42 U.S.C. 16797. | Pub. L. 109–155, title VI, §618, Dec. 30, 2005, 119 Stat. 2934. |


Section 614 of the National Aeronautics and Space Administration Authorization Act of 2005, referred to in text, was classified to former section 16793 of Title 42, The Public Health and Welfare, and was omitted from the Code following the enactment of this title by Pub. L. 111–314.

To comply with title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972 (20 U.S.C. 1681 et seq.), the Administrator shall conduct compliance reviews of at least 2 grantees annually.

(Pub. L. 111–314, §3, Dec. 18, 2010, 124 Stat. 3394.)

Revised Section | Source (U.S. Code) | Source (Statutes at Large) |
---|---|---|

40909 | 42 U.S.C. 16798(b). | Pub. L. 109–155, title VI, §619(b), Dec. 30, 2005, 119 Stat. 2935. |


The Education Amendments of 1972, referred to in text, is Pub. L. 92–318, June 23, 1972, 86 Stat. 235. Title IX of the Act, known as the Patsy Takemoto Mink Equal Opportunity in Education Act, is classified principally to chapter 38 (§1681 et seq.) of Title 20, Education. For complete classification of title IX to the Code, see Short Title note set out under section 1681 of Title 20 and Tables.