CAPE Canaveral Act

4/6/2025, 10:36 AM
Referred to the House Committee on Science, Space, and Technology.
Bill 119 HR 2422, also known as the "NASA Headquarters Relocation Act," proposes to transfer the headquarters of the National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) to Brevard County, Florida. The bill aims to relocate the central administrative offices of NASA from its current location in Washington, D.C. to Brevard County, which is home to the Kennedy Space Center.

The bill outlines that the relocation of NASA's headquarters to Brevard County will provide numerous benefits, including closer proximity to key NASA facilities and resources, such as the Kennedy Space Center and Cape Canaveral Air Force Station. This move is expected to enhance collaboration and coordination between NASA's headquarters and its operational centers, leading to more efficient and effective management of the agency's programs and missions.

Additionally, the bill states that the relocation of NASA's headquarters to Brevard County will also bring economic benefits to the region, creating job opportunities and stimulating economic growth in the area. By establishing a stronger presence in Brevard County, NASA aims to further solidify its role as a leader in space exploration and research. Overall, Bill 119 HR 2422 seeks to transfer the headquarters of NASA to Brevard County, Florida in order to improve operational efficiency, enhance collaboration, and stimulate economic growth in the region.
Congress
119

Number
HR - 2422

Introduced on
2025-03-27

# Amendments
0

Sponsors
+5

Cosponsors
+5

Variations and Revisions

3/27/2025

Status of Legislation

Bill Introduced
Introduced to House
House to Vote
Introduced to Senate
Senate to Vote

Purpose and Summary

Referred to the House Committee on Science, Space, and Technology.
Bill 119 HR 2422, also known as the "NASA Headquarters Relocation Act," proposes to transfer the headquarters of the National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) to Brevard County, Florida. The bill aims to relocate the central administrative offices of NASA from its current location in Washington, D.C. to Brevard County, which is home to the Kennedy Space Center.

The bill outlines that the relocation of NASA's headquarters to Brevard County will provide numerous benefits, including closer proximity to key NASA facilities and resources, such as the Kennedy Space Center and Cape Canaveral Air Force Station. This move is expected to enhance collaboration and coordination between NASA's headquarters and its operational centers, leading to more efficient and effective management of the agency's programs and missions.

Additionally, the bill states that the relocation of NASA's headquarters to Brevard County will also bring economic benefits to the region, creating job opportunities and stimulating economic growth in the area. By establishing a stronger presence in Brevard County, NASA aims to further solidify its role as a leader in space exploration and research. Overall, Bill 119 HR 2422 seeks to transfer the headquarters of NASA to Brevard County, Florida in order to improve operational efficiency, enhance collaboration, and stimulate economic growth in the region.
Alternative Names
Official Title as IntroducedTo transfer the headquarters of the National Aeronautics and Space Administration to Brevard County, Florida, and for other purposes.

Policy Areas
Science, Technology, Communications

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Referred to the House Committee on Science, Space, and Technology.