Celestial Time Standardization Act

4/4/2025, 12:56 PM

Summary of Bill HR 2313

Bill 119 hr 2313, also known as the Celestial Time Standardization Act, aims to mandate the Administrator of NASA to create a standardized time system for celestial bodies such as the Moon. This time standardization is crucial for future operations and infrastructure development on these celestial bodies.

The bill emphasizes the importance of having a consistent time system in place to ensure smooth coordination and communication among astronauts, scientists, and engineers working on missions to the Moon and other celestial bodies. By establishing a celestial time standard, the bill seeks to streamline operations and enhance efficiency in space exploration efforts.

In addition to developing a celestial time standard, the bill also addresses the need for supporting infrastructure and resources to facilitate future missions to these celestial bodies. This includes provisions for research, technology development, and collaboration with international partners to advance space exploration capabilities. Overall, the Celestial Time Standardization Act aims to pave the way for successful and sustainable operations on and around the Moon and other celestial bodies beyond Earth. By establishing a standardized time system and supporting infrastructure, the bill seeks to enhance the effectiveness and safety of future space missions.

Current Status of Bill HR 2313

Bill HR 2313 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since March 25, 2025. Bill HR 2313 was introduced during Congress 119 and was introduced to the House on March 25, 2025.  Bill HR 2313's most recent activity was Referred to the House Committee on Science, Space, and Technology. as of March 25, 2025

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 2313

Total Number of Sponsors
5
Democrat Sponsors
5
Republican Sponsors
0
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
0
Democrat Cosponsors
0
Republican Cosponsors
0
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 2313

Primary Policy Focus

Science, Technology, Communications

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 2313

Celestial Time Standardization ActCelestial Time Standardization ActTo require the Administrator of the National Aeronautics and Space Administration to develop celestial time standardization to support future operations and infrastructure on and around the Moon and other celestial bodies other than Earth, and for other purposes.
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