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LAUNCH Act
4/11/2024, 8:23 AM
Summary of Bill S 3966
The LAUNCH Act, also known as Bill 118 s 3966, is a piece of legislation introduced in the US Congress with the aim of promoting the development and growth of the commercial space industry. The bill seeks to streamline regulations and provide incentives for private companies to invest in space exploration and innovation.
One of the key provisions of the LAUNCH Act is the establishment of a regulatory framework that encourages collaboration between government agencies and private companies in the space industry. This framework aims to reduce bureaucratic hurdles and promote innovation in the sector.
Additionally, the bill includes provisions for the creation of a competitive grant program to support research and development in the commercial space industry. This program would provide funding for projects that demonstrate potential for advancing space exploration and technology. Furthermore, the LAUNCH Act seeks to promote international cooperation in space exploration by encouraging partnerships between US companies and foreign entities. This provision aims to foster collaboration and knowledge sharing in the global space industry. Overall, the LAUNCH Act is designed to support the growth of the commercial space industry by providing regulatory certainty, financial incentives, and opportunities for collaboration. It aims to position the United States as a leader in space exploration and innovation, while also fostering economic growth and job creation in the sector.
One of the key provisions of the LAUNCH Act is the establishment of a regulatory framework that encourages collaboration between government agencies and private companies in the space industry. This framework aims to reduce bureaucratic hurdles and promote innovation in the sector.
Additionally, the bill includes provisions for the creation of a competitive grant program to support research and development in the commercial space industry. This program would provide funding for projects that demonstrate potential for advancing space exploration and technology. Furthermore, the LAUNCH Act seeks to promote international cooperation in space exploration by encouraging partnerships between US companies and foreign entities. This provision aims to foster collaboration and knowledge sharing in the global space industry. Overall, the LAUNCH Act is designed to support the growth of the commercial space industry by providing regulatory certainty, financial incentives, and opportunities for collaboration. It aims to position the United States as a leader in space exploration and innovation, while also fostering economic growth and job creation in the sector.
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Current Status of Bill S 3966
Bill S 3966 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since March 19, 2024. Bill S 3966 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the Senate on March 19, 2024. Bill S 3966's most recent activity was Read twice and referred to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation. as of March 19, 2024
Bipartisan Support of Bill S 3966
Total Number of Sponsors
1Democrat Sponsors
0Republican Sponsors
1Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
10Democrat Cosponsors
4Republican Cosponsors
4Unaffiliated Cosponsors
2Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill S 3966
Primary Policy Focus
Science, Technology, CommunicationsAlternate Title(s) of Bill S 3966
LAUNCH Act
LAUNCH Act
Licensing Aerospace Units to New Commercial Heights Act of 2024
A bill to streamline the application of regulations relating to commercial space launch and reentry requirements and licensing of private remote sensing space systems, and for other purposes.
A bill to streamline the application of regulations relating to commercial space launch and reentry requirements and licensing of private remote sensing space systems, and for other purposes.
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Sponsors and Cosponsors of S 3966
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