0
0
0
To direct the Secretary of Homeland Security to issue guidance with respect to space systems, services, and technology as critical infrastructure, and for other purposes.
2/11/2025, 9:05 AM
Summary of Bill HR 1154
Bill 119 hr 1154, also known as the "Space Infrastructure Act," aims to direct the Secretary of Homeland Security to issue guidance regarding space systems, services, and technology as critical infrastructure. This bill recognizes the importance of space technology in our national security and economy, and seeks to ensure that these systems are protected and secure.
The guidance outlined in the bill will help to establish a framework for identifying and protecting critical space infrastructure, as well as coordinating efforts between government agencies and private sector entities. This will help to prevent potential threats to our space systems, such as cyber attacks or physical damage.
In addition to addressing the security of space systems, the bill also aims to promote innovation and growth in the space industry. By designating space technology as critical infrastructure, the government can provide support and resources to help develop and expand this important sector of the economy. Overall, Bill 119 hr 1154 seeks to enhance the security and resilience of our space systems, while also fostering growth and innovation in the space industry. It represents a bipartisan effort to address the unique challenges and opportunities presented by space technology in the 21st century.
The guidance outlined in the bill will help to establish a framework for identifying and protecting critical space infrastructure, as well as coordinating efforts between government agencies and private sector entities. This will help to prevent potential threats to our space systems, such as cyber attacks or physical damage.
In addition to addressing the security of space systems, the bill also aims to promote innovation and growth in the space industry. By designating space technology as critical infrastructure, the government can provide support and resources to help develop and expand this important sector of the economy. Overall, Bill 119 hr 1154 seeks to enhance the security and resilience of our space systems, while also fostering growth and innovation in the space industry. It represents a bipartisan effort to address the unique challenges and opportunities presented by space technology in the 21st century.
Congressional Summary of HR 1154
Space Infrastructure Act
This bill directs the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) to designate space systems, services, and technology as a critical infrastructure sector. Under current law, critical infrastructure means systems and assets, whether physical or virtual, so vital to the United States that the incapacity or destruction of such systems and assets would have a debilitating impact on security, national economic security, national public health or safety, or any combination of those matters.
DHS must issue guidance with respect to the designation, in which it must define the scope of the sector and name a federal agency to serve as the federal interface for the prioritization and coordination of activities specific to the sector, among other duties.
The bill also adds the space systems, services, and technology sector to a list of critical infrastructure sectors that DHS must consider in allocating certain national security grants.
Current Status of Bill HR 1154
Bill HR 1154 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since February 10, 2025. Bill HR 1154 was introduced during Congress 119 and was introduced to the House on February 10, 2025. Bill HR 1154's most recent activity was Referred to the House Committee on Science, Space, and Technology. as of February 10, 2025
Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 1154
Total Number of Sponsors
1Democrat Sponsors
0Republican Sponsors
1Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
3Democrat Cosponsors
2Republican Cosponsors
1Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 1154
Primary Policy Focus
Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 1154
To direct the Secretary of Homeland Security to issue guidance with respect to space systems, services, and technology as critical infrastructure, and for other purposes.
To direct the Secretary of Homeland Security to issue guidance with respect to space systems, services, and technology as critical infrastructure, and for other purposes.
Comments
Sponsors and Cosponsors of HR 1154
Latest Bills
To designate the Pride flag as an authorized flag eligible for display at units of the National Park System, to express the sense of Congress that the Pride flag should be on display at the Stonewall National Monument in the State of New York, and for other purposes.
Bill HR 7659March 12, 2026
ROTOR Act
Bill S 2503March 12, 2026
Military Family Diaper Partnership Act
Bill HR 7657March 12, 2026
Countering China’s Control of the Caucasus Act
Bill HR 7668March 12, 2026
A resolution expressing the sense of the Senate that the law enforcement agents and other personnel of the Department of Justice and the Department of Homeland Security, who have been temporarily engaging in civil immigration enforcement operations, should be returned to their primary missions during periods of active hostility with Iran.
Bill SRES 638March 12, 2026
A resolution establishing an annual Senate academic civics competition for secondary school students.
Bill SRES 639March 12, 2026
A bill to establish the Proprietary Education Interagency Oversight Committee and to facilitate the disclosure and reporting of information regarding complaints and investigations related to proprietary institutions of higher education eligible to receive Federal education assistance.
Bill S 4056March 12, 2026
Housing for the 21st Century Act
Bill HR 6644March 12, 2026
A bill to take certain land in the State of California into trust for the benefit of the Pechanga Band of Indians, and for other purposes.
Bill S 4053March 12, 2026
A bill to require the Secretary of the Treasury to mint and issue coins that are emblematic of the National Fallen Firefighters Memorial and the service and sacrifice of firefighters throughout the history of the United States.
Bill S 4051March 12, 2026