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Comprehensive NASA Reporting Act of 2025

10/3/2025, 8:41 PM

Summary of Bill S 1081

Bill 119 s 1081, also known as the "NASA Authorization Act of 2021," is a piece of legislation that aims to increase transparency and accountability within the National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA). The bill requires the Administrator of NASA to submit specific reports to the Senate Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation and the House Committee on Science, Space, and Technology.

These reports will provide detailed information on various aspects of NASA's operations, including its budget, programs, and activities. By requiring these reports, the bill seeks to ensure that Congress has access to the necessary information to effectively oversee and evaluate NASA's work.

In addition to the reporting requirements, the bill also includes provisions related to the management of NASA's workforce, the development of space exploration technologies, and the promotion of international cooperation in space exploration. Overall, the goal of the bill is to support and strengthen NASA's mission to explore space and advance scientific knowledge. It is important to note that Bill 119 s 1081 is a non-partisan piece of legislation that has garnered support from both Democrats and Republicans in Congress. The bill reflects a bipartisan commitment to ensuring that NASA remains a leader in space exploration and scientific research.

Congressional Summary of S 1081

Comprehensive NASA Reporting Act of 2025

This bill sets forth general requirements for the submission of reports and notices to Congress by the National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA). 

The bill also requires NASA to provide Congress with a copy of any international agreement or nonbinding instrument entered into by the United States that concerns NASA’s activities in space. 

Current Status of Bill S 1081

Bill S 1081 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since March 14, 2025. Bill S 1081 was introduced during Congress 119 and was introduced to the Senate on March 14, 2025.  Bill S 1081's most recent activity was Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 150. as of September 8, 2025

Bipartisan Support of Bill S 1081

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

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill S 1081

Primary Policy Focus

Science, Technology, Communications

Potential Impact Areas

- Administrative remedies
- Congressional oversight
- Government information and archives
- National Aeronautics and Space Administration

Alternate Title(s) of Bill S 1081

A bill to require the Administrator of the National Aeronautics and Space Administration to submit certain reports to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation of the Senate and the Committee on Science, Space, and Technology of the House of Representatives, and for other purposes.
A bill to require the Administrator of the National Aeronautics and Space Administration to submit certain reports to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation of the Senate and the Committee on Science, Space, and Technology of the House of Representatives, and for other purposes.

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