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Maverick Act

USA119th CongressS-4161| Senate 
| Updated: 5/4/2026
Tim Sheehy

Tim Sheehy

Republican Senator

Montana

Cosponsors (1)
Mark Kelly (Democratic)

Armed Services Committee

  • Introduced
  • In Committee
  • On Floor
  • Passed Chamber
  • Enacted
This legislation authorizes the Secretary of the Navy to convey three specific surplus F-14D Tomcat aircraft to the U.S. Space and Rocket Center Commission in Huntsville, Alabama, without monetary consideration. The primary purpose is to allow the Commission to restore and operate these aircraft for public display, airshows, and commemorative events, thereby preserving naval aviation heritage. The transfer will be executed through a conditional deed of gift, requiring the aircraft to be devoid of combat capabilities. The Navy will provide specific maintenance manuals and excess spare parts from existing stock to facilitate the display or potential operation of one aircraft, but will not be responsible for repairs or additional support. All costs associated with the conveyance, operation, and maintenance of the aircraft will be borne by the Commission. Crucially, the bill includes a reverter clause , stipulating that ownership will revert to the United States if the Commission breaches conditions such as maintaining FAA compliance or transferring ownership without prior approval. Upon conveyance, the United States will not be liable for any death, injury, loss, or damage resulting from the aircraft's use.

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Amendments (1)
SAMDT 5437text

Amendment SA 5437 agreed to in Senate by Unanimous Consent.

Apr 30, 2026, 7:08 AM·Rick Scott

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Timeline
Mar 23, 2026
Introduced in Senate
Mar 23, 2026
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Armed Services.
Apr 16, 2026

Latest Companion Bill Action

HR 119-8331
Introduced in House
Apr 28, 2026
Passed Senate with an amendment by Unanimous Consent. (text: CR S2075)
Apr 28, 2026
Passed Senate with an amendment by Unanimous Consent.
Apr 28, 2026
Passed/agreed to in Senate: Passed Senate with an amendment by Unanimous Consent.
Apr 28, 2026
Measure laid before Senate by unanimous consent.
Apr 28, 2026
Measure laid before Senate by unanimous consent. (consideration: CR S2075)
Apr 28, 2026
Senate Committee on Armed Services discharged by Unanimous Consent.
May 1, 2026
Message on Senate action sent to the House.
May 4, 2026
Received in the House.
May 4, 2026
Held at the desk.
  • March 23, 2026
    Introduced in Senate


  • March 23, 2026
    Read twice and referred to the Committee on Armed Services.


  • April 16, 2026

    Latest Companion Bill Action

    HR 119-8331
    Introduced in House


  • April 28, 2026
    Passed Senate with an amendment by Unanimous Consent. (text: CR S2075)


  • April 28, 2026
    Passed Senate with an amendment by Unanimous Consent.


  • April 28, 2026
    Passed/agreed to in Senate: Passed Senate with an amendment by Unanimous Consent.


  • April 28, 2026
    Measure laid before Senate by unanimous consent.


  • April 28, 2026
    Measure laid before Senate by unanimous consent. (consideration: CR S2075)


  • April 28, 2026
    Senate Committee on Armed Services discharged by Unanimous Consent.


  • May 1, 2026
    Message on Senate action sent to the House.


  • May 4, 2026
    Received in the House.


  • May 4, 2026
    Held at the desk.

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Maverick Act

USA119th CongressS-4161| Senate 
| Updated: 5/4/2026
This legislation authorizes the Secretary of the Navy to convey three specific surplus F-14D Tomcat aircraft to the U.S. Space and Rocket Center Commission in Huntsville, Alabama, without monetary consideration. The primary purpose is to allow the Commission to restore and operate these aircraft for public display, airshows, and commemorative events, thereby preserving naval aviation heritage. The transfer will be executed through a conditional deed of gift, requiring the aircraft to be devoid of combat capabilities. The Navy will provide specific maintenance manuals and excess spare parts from existing stock to facilitate the display or potential operation of one aircraft, but will not be responsible for repairs or additional support. All costs associated with the conveyance, operation, and maintenance of the aircraft will be borne by the Commission. Crucially, the bill includes a reverter clause , stipulating that ownership will revert to the United States if the Commission breaches conditions such as maintaining FAA compliance or transferring ownership without prior approval. Upon conveyance, the United States will not be liable for any death, injury, loss, or damage resulting from the aircraft's use.

Bill Text Versions

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2 versions available

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Timeline
Mar 23, 2026
Introduced in Senate
Mar 23, 2026
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Armed Services.
Apr 16, 2026

Latest Companion Bill Action

HR 119-8331
Introduced in House
Apr 28, 2026
Passed Senate with an amendment by Unanimous Consent. (text: CR S2075)
Apr 28, 2026
Passed Senate with an amendment by Unanimous Consent.
Apr 28, 2026
Passed/agreed to in Senate: Passed Senate with an amendment by Unanimous Consent.
Apr 28, 2026
Measure laid before Senate by unanimous consent.
Apr 28, 2026
Measure laid before Senate by unanimous consent. (consideration: CR S2075)
Apr 28, 2026
Senate Committee on Armed Services discharged by Unanimous Consent.
May 1, 2026
Message on Senate action sent to the House.
May 4, 2026
Received in the House.
May 4, 2026
Held at the desk.
  • March 23, 2026
    Introduced in Senate


  • March 23, 2026
    Read twice and referred to the Committee on Armed Services.


  • April 16, 2026

    Latest Companion Bill Action

    HR 119-8331
    Introduced in House


  • April 28, 2026
    Passed Senate with an amendment by Unanimous Consent. (text: CR S2075)


  • April 28, 2026
    Passed Senate with an amendment by Unanimous Consent.


  • April 28, 2026
    Passed/agreed to in Senate: Passed Senate with an amendment by Unanimous Consent.


  • April 28, 2026
    Measure laid before Senate by unanimous consent.


  • April 28, 2026
    Measure laid before Senate by unanimous consent. (consideration: CR S2075)


  • April 28, 2026
    Senate Committee on Armed Services discharged by Unanimous Consent.


  • May 1, 2026
    Message on Senate action sent to the House.


  • May 4, 2026
    Received in the House.


  • May 4, 2026
    Held at the desk.
Tim Sheehy

Tim Sheehy

Republican Senator

Montana

Cosponsors (1)
Mark Kelly (Democratic)

Armed Services Committee

Armed Forces and National Security

  • Introduced
  • In Committee
  • On Floor
  • Passed Chamber
  • Enacted
Amendments (1)
SAMDT 5437text

Amendment SA 5437 agreed to in Senate by Unanimous Consent.

Apr 30, 2026, 7:08 AM·Rick Scott
AlabamaAviation and airportsMilitary historyMuseums, exhibitions, cultural centers