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To make revisions in title 51, United States Code, as necessary to keep the title current, and to make technical amendments to improve the United States Code.

USA119th CongressHR-5174| House 
| Updated: 9/10/2025
Jasmine Crockett

Jasmine Crockett

Democratic Representative

Texas

Judiciary Committee

  • Introduced
  • In Committee
  • On Floor
  • Passed Chamber
  • Enacted
This bill aims to modernize and clarify Title 51 of the United States Code, which governs national and commercial space activities. Its primary purposes are to make necessary revisions to keep the title current and to implement technical amendments to improve the overall structure and language of the Code. The bill explicitly states that these restatements and amendments do not alter the meaning or effect of existing law, but rather reorganize, conform style, and correct drafting errors to remove ambiguities. Significant changes are made across various chapters of Title 51. In the area of funding and oversight , the bill renames Chapter 301 to "FUNDING," restructures its contents, and introduces new requirements for detailed cost and schedule reports for large programs. It also mandates consideration of decadal surveys in budget requests and requires a two-year budget request with a third-year estimate for the Administration. The bill introduces new provisions for supply chain security and information management . A new section mandates a program to detect and reduce counterfeit electronic parts in the Administration's supply chain, including employee training, an internal database, and reporting mechanisms. Additionally, it establishes requirements for information security, including biennial risk monitoring and an agency-wide awareness and education program, alongside a comprehensive information security plan for cybersecurity. Regarding human space flight and exploration , the bill reaffirms the policy to maintain uninterrupted U.S. human space flight capabilities and sets long-term goals for expanding human presence beyond low-Earth orbit, including Mars exploration. It mandates the continued development of the Space Launch System (SLS) as a follow-on to the space shuttle and the Multipurpose Crew Vehicle (Orion) , specifying minimum capabilities and emphasizing the utilization of existing workforce and assets. A human exploration roadmap to Mars is also required, outlining goals, precursor missions, and necessary technologies. For commercial space activities , the bill continues support for commercial resupply services and outlines conditions for supporting commercially developed crew transportation systems, including human rating requirements and procurement reviews. It also establishes a policy for fair and open competition for space transportation services and mandates transparency from commercial providers. Furthermore, the bill addresses International Space Station (ISS) operations, extending support through at least September 30, 2030, and detailing the management of its national laboratory, including cooperative agreements with non-profit organizations. The bill also focuses on space science and technology development . It establishes aeronautics research goals, mandates research collaboration, and requires a national space technology policy. New sections promote STEM education, encourage women's involvement in aerospace, and create internship opportunities. It also addresses interagency collaboration for Earth observation, the transition of experimental research to operations, and the implementation of Decadal Survey missions, alongside provisions for orbital debris mitigation and limitations on international agreements concerning outer space activities. Finally, it includes numerous technical amendments to update committee names and date references throughout the Code.
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Bill from Previous Congress

HR 117-5982
To make revisions in title 51, United States Code, as necessary to keep the title current, and to make technical amendments to improve the United States Code.

Bill from Previous Congress

HR 118-7339
To make revisions in title 51, United States Code, as necessary to keep the title current, and to make technical amendments to improve the United States Code.

Bill from Previous Congress

HR 117-5961
To make revisions in title 5, United States Code, as necessary to keep the title current, and to make technical amendments to improve the United States Code.

Bill from Previous Congress

HR 115-6342
To make revisions in title 51, United States Code, as necessary to keep the title current, and to make technical amendments to improve the United States Code.
Sep 8, 2025
Introduced in House
Sep 8, 2025
Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
Sep 10, 2025
Ordered to be Reported by Voice Vote.
Sep 10, 2025
Committee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held
  • Bill from Previous Congress

    HR 117-5982
    To make revisions in title 51, United States Code, as necessary to keep the title current, and to make technical amendments to improve the United States Code.


  • Bill from Previous Congress

    HR 118-7339
    To make revisions in title 51, United States Code, as necessary to keep the title current, and to make technical amendments to improve the United States Code.


  • Bill from Previous Congress

    HR 117-5961
    To make revisions in title 5, United States Code, as necessary to keep the title current, and to make technical amendments to improve the United States Code.


  • Bill from Previous Congress

    HR 115-6342
    To make revisions in title 51, United States Code, as necessary to keep the title current, and to make technical amendments to improve the United States Code.


  • September 8, 2025
    Introduced in House


  • September 8, 2025
    Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.


  • September 10, 2025
    Ordered to be Reported by Voice Vote.


  • September 10, 2025
    Committee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held

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Advanced technology and technological innovationsAstronomyBiological and life sciencesComputers and information technologyComputer security and identity theftCongressional operations and organizationCongressional oversightEarth sciencesElectric power generation and transmissionEmployment and training programsGovernment information and archivesGovernment studies and investigationsInternational scientific cooperationPublic-private cooperationResearch administration and fundingScientific communicationSpacecraft and satellitesSpace flight and explorationTechnology assessmentTechnology transfer and commercialization

To make revisions in title 51, United States Code, as necessary to keep the title current, and to make technical amendments to improve the United States Code.

USA119th CongressHR-5174| House 
| Updated: 9/10/2025
This bill aims to modernize and clarify Title 51 of the United States Code, which governs national and commercial space activities. Its primary purposes are to make necessary revisions to keep the title current and to implement technical amendments to improve the overall structure and language of the Code. The bill explicitly states that these restatements and amendments do not alter the meaning or effect of existing law, but rather reorganize, conform style, and correct drafting errors to remove ambiguities. Significant changes are made across various chapters of Title 51. In the area of funding and oversight , the bill renames Chapter 301 to "FUNDING," restructures its contents, and introduces new requirements for detailed cost and schedule reports for large programs. It also mandates consideration of decadal surveys in budget requests and requires a two-year budget request with a third-year estimate for the Administration. The bill introduces new provisions for supply chain security and information management . A new section mandates a program to detect and reduce counterfeit electronic parts in the Administration's supply chain, including employee training, an internal database, and reporting mechanisms. Additionally, it establishes requirements for information security, including biennial risk monitoring and an agency-wide awareness and education program, alongside a comprehensive information security plan for cybersecurity. Regarding human space flight and exploration , the bill reaffirms the policy to maintain uninterrupted U.S. human space flight capabilities and sets long-term goals for expanding human presence beyond low-Earth orbit, including Mars exploration. It mandates the continued development of the Space Launch System (SLS) as a follow-on to the space shuttle and the Multipurpose Crew Vehicle (Orion) , specifying minimum capabilities and emphasizing the utilization of existing workforce and assets. A human exploration roadmap to Mars is also required, outlining goals, precursor missions, and necessary technologies. For commercial space activities , the bill continues support for commercial resupply services and outlines conditions for supporting commercially developed crew transportation systems, including human rating requirements and procurement reviews. It also establishes a policy for fair and open competition for space transportation services and mandates transparency from commercial providers. Furthermore, the bill addresses International Space Station (ISS) operations, extending support through at least September 30, 2030, and detailing the management of its national laboratory, including cooperative agreements with non-profit organizations. The bill also focuses on space science and technology development . It establishes aeronautics research goals, mandates research collaboration, and requires a national space technology policy. New sections promote STEM education, encourage women's involvement in aerospace, and create internship opportunities. It also addresses interagency collaboration for Earth observation, the transition of experimental research to operations, and the implementation of Decadal Survey missions, alongside provisions for orbital debris mitigation and limitations on international agreements concerning outer space activities. Finally, it includes numerous technical amendments to update committee names and date references throughout the Code.
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Timeline

Bill from Previous Congress

HR 117-5982
To make revisions in title 51, United States Code, as necessary to keep the title current, and to make technical amendments to improve the United States Code.

Bill from Previous Congress

HR 118-7339
To make revisions in title 51, United States Code, as necessary to keep the title current, and to make technical amendments to improve the United States Code.

Bill from Previous Congress

HR 117-5961
To make revisions in title 5, United States Code, as necessary to keep the title current, and to make technical amendments to improve the United States Code.

Bill from Previous Congress

HR 115-6342
To make revisions in title 51, United States Code, as necessary to keep the title current, and to make technical amendments to improve the United States Code.
Sep 8, 2025
Introduced in House
Sep 8, 2025
Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
Sep 10, 2025
Ordered to be Reported by Voice Vote.
Sep 10, 2025
Committee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held
  • Bill from Previous Congress

    HR 117-5982
    To make revisions in title 51, United States Code, as necessary to keep the title current, and to make technical amendments to improve the United States Code.


  • Bill from Previous Congress

    HR 118-7339
    To make revisions in title 51, United States Code, as necessary to keep the title current, and to make technical amendments to improve the United States Code.


  • Bill from Previous Congress

    HR 117-5961
    To make revisions in title 5, United States Code, as necessary to keep the title current, and to make technical amendments to improve the United States Code.


  • Bill from Previous Congress

    HR 115-6342
    To make revisions in title 51, United States Code, as necessary to keep the title current, and to make technical amendments to improve the United States Code.


  • September 8, 2025
    Introduced in House


  • September 8, 2025
    Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.


  • September 10, 2025
    Ordered to be Reported by Voice Vote.


  • September 10, 2025
    Committee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held
Jasmine Crockett

Jasmine Crockett

Democratic Representative

Texas

Judiciary Committee

Science, Technology, Communications

  • Introduced
  • In Committee
  • On Floor
  • Passed Chamber
  • Enacted
Advanced technology and technological innovationsAstronomyBiological and life sciencesComputers and information technologyComputer security and identity theftCongressional operations and organizationCongressional oversightEarth sciencesElectric power generation and transmissionEmployment and training programsGovernment information and archivesGovernment studies and investigationsInternational scientific cooperationPublic-private cooperationResearch administration and fundingScientific communicationSpacecraft and satellitesSpace flight and explorationTechnology assessmentTechnology transfer and commercialization