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SPACEPORT Act

USA119th CongressS-2888| Senate 
| Updated: 9/18/2025
John W. Hickenlooper

John W. Hickenlooper

Democratic Senator

Colorado

Commerce, Science, and Transportation Committee

  • Introduced
  • In Committee
  • On Floor
  • Passed Chamber
  • Enacted
This legislation aims to enhance space transportation infrastructure by modifying the existing grant program. It revises the limitations on project grants, generally capping federal contributions at 90% of total project costs , though the Secretary may waive this limit if deemed in the national interest. The bill also broadens the definition of "public agency" to include airport authorities and tax-supported organizations, expanding potential grant recipients. Furthermore, the bill updates the eligibility criteria for these grants, shifting the focus to encompass the civil, national security, and commercial space transportation needs of the United States. It requires the Secretary of Transportation to develop specific criteria for evaluating projects and to consult with agencies like the Department of Defense and NASA during this process. The legislation also mandates a comprehensive report to Congress within two years, evaluating space transportation demand, recommending policy, examining funding options, and assessing international capabilities to ensure United States competitiveness. An annual appropriation of up to $10,000,000 is authorized for these modernization grants.
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Bill from Previous Congress

S 118-1982
SPACEPORT Act
Sep 17, 2025

Latest Companion Bill Action

HR 119-5447
Introduced in House
Sep 18, 2025
Introduced in Senate
Sep 18, 2025
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation.
  • Bill from Previous Congress

    S 118-1982
    SPACEPORT Act


  • September 17, 2025

    Latest Companion Bill Action

    HR 119-5447
    Introduced in House


  • September 18, 2025
    Introduced in Senate


  • September 18, 2025
    Read twice and referred to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation.

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Related Bills

  • HR 119-5447: SPACEPORT Act

SPACEPORT Act

USA119th CongressS-2888| Senate 
| Updated: 9/18/2025
This legislation aims to enhance space transportation infrastructure by modifying the existing grant program. It revises the limitations on project grants, generally capping federal contributions at 90% of total project costs , though the Secretary may waive this limit if deemed in the national interest. The bill also broadens the definition of "public agency" to include airport authorities and tax-supported organizations, expanding potential grant recipients. Furthermore, the bill updates the eligibility criteria for these grants, shifting the focus to encompass the civil, national security, and commercial space transportation needs of the United States. It requires the Secretary of Transportation to develop specific criteria for evaluating projects and to consult with agencies like the Department of Defense and NASA during this process. The legislation also mandates a comprehensive report to Congress within two years, evaluating space transportation demand, recommending policy, examining funding options, and assessing international capabilities to ensure United States competitiveness. An annual appropriation of up to $10,000,000 is authorized for these modernization grants.
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Timeline

Bill from Previous Congress

S 118-1982
SPACEPORT Act
Sep 17, 2025

Latest Companion Bill Action

HR 119-5447
Introduced in House
Sep 18, 2025
Introduced in Senate
Sep 18, 2025
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation.
  • Bill from Previous Congress

    S 118-1982
    SPACEPORT Act


  • September 17, 2025

    Latest Companion Bill Action

    HR 119-5447
    Introduced in House


  • September 18, 2025
    Introduced in Senate


  • September 18, 2025
    Read twice and referred to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation.
John W. Hickenlooper

John W. Hickenlooper

Democratic Senator

Colorado

Commerce, Science, and Transportation Committee

Science, Technology, Communications

Related Bills

  • HR 119-5447: SPACEPORT Act
  • Introduced
  • In Committee
  • On Floor
  • Passed Chamber
  • Enacted