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Enhancing Spaceport Operations Act
3/13/2024, 3:59 AM
Summary of Bill S 2232
Bill 118 s 2232, also known as the Enhancing Spaceport Operations Act, is a piece of legislation currently being considered by the US Congress. The main goal of this bill is to improve the operations of spaceports in the United States.
The bill includes provisions that aim to streamline the regulatory process for spaceport operations, making it easier for companies to obtain the necessary permits and licenses to launch rockets and other spacecraft. This is intended to promote innovation and growth in the commercial space industry.
Additionally, the bill includes measures to enhance safety and security at spaceports, ensuring that proper protocols are in place to protect both personnel and the surrounding environment. This includes requirements for emergency response plans and risk assessments. Furthermore, the bill seeks to promote collaboration between federal, state, and local governments, as well as private sector stakeholders, in order to create a cohesive and efficient regulatory framework for spaceport operations. Overall, the Enhancing Spaceport Operations Act aims to support the continued development of the commercial space industry in the United States by improving the regulatory environment for spaceport operations.
The bill includes provisions that aim to streamline the regulatory process for spaceport operations, making it easier for companies to obtain the necessary permits and licenses to launch rockets and other spacecraft. This is intended to promote innovation and growth in the commercial space industry.
Additionally, the bill includes measures to enhance safety and security at spaceports, ensuring that proper protocols are in place to protect both personnel and the surrounding environment. This includes requirements for emergency response plans and risk assessments. Furthermore, the bill seeks to promote collaboration between federal, state, and local governments, as well as private sector stakeholders, in order to create a cohesive and efficient regulatory framework for spaceport operations. Overall, the Enhancing Spaceport Operations Act aims to support the continued development of the commercial space industry in the United States by improving the regulatory environment for spaceport operations.
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Current Status of Bill S 2232
Bill S 2232 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since July 11, 2023. Bill S 2232 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the Senate on July 11, 2023. Bill S 2232's most recent activity was Read twice and referred to the Committee on Armed Services. as of July 11, 2023
Bipartisan Support of Bill S 2232
Total Number of Sponsors
1Democrat Sponsors
0Republican Sponsors
1Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
0Democrat Cosponsors
0Republican Cosponsors
0Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill S 2232
Primary Policy Focus
Armed Forces and National SecurityAlternate Title(s) of Bill S 2232
Enhancing Spaceport Operations Act
Enhancing Spaceport Operations Act
A bill to provide special authority for the provision of commercial space launch support services.
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Sponsors and Cosponsors of S 2232
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