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3/31/2025, 1:46 PM

Summary of Bill S 1013

Bill 119 s 1013, also known as the "National Aeronautics and Space Administration Headquarters Relocation Act," proposes to move the headquarters of NASA from its current location in Washington, D.C. to Brevard County, Florida.

The bill, introduced in the Senate, aims to require NASA to establish its headquarters in Brevard County, which is home to the Kennedy Space Center and has a long history of involvement in space exploration. Proponents of the bill argue that relocating NASA's headquarters to Brevard County would enhance collaboration between the agency and the space industry, as well as provide economic benefits to the region.

If passed, the bill would mandate the transfer of NASA's headquarters within one year of the bill's enactment. The relocation process would involve moving personnel, equipment, and administrative functions to Brevard County. Opponents of the bill may argue that relocating NASA's headquarters could disrupt the agency's operations and incur unnecessary costs. They may also raise concerns about the potential impact on NASA employees who would need to relocate to Florida. Overall, Bill 119 s 1013 seeks to centralize NASA's operations in a location with a strong connection to the space industry and promote further advancements in space exploration. The bill is currently under consideration in the Senate and will undergo further debate and scrutiny before potentially becoming law.

Current Status of Bill S 1013

Bill S 1013 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since March 13, 2025. Bill S 1013 was introduced during Congress 119 and was introduced to the Senate on March 13, 2025.  Bill S 1013's most recent activity was Read twice and referred to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation. as of March 13, 2025

Bipartisan Support of Bill S 1013

Total Number of Sponsors
3
Democrat Sponsors
0
Republican Sponsors
3
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
1
Democrat Cosponsors
0
Republican Cosponsors
1
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill S 1013

Primary Policy Focus

Science, Technology, Communications

Alternate Title(s) of Bill S 1013

A bill to require the headquarters of the National Aeronautics and Space Administration to be transferred to Brevard County, Florida.A bill to require the headquarters of the National Aeronautics and Space Administration to be transferred to Brevard County, Florida.
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