Space Exploration Technologies

• Artemis Accords Authorization ActCongress · HR 8321 · Last action Apr 16, 2026 · Official record (opens in a new tab)The bill affects U.S. foreign policy, space diplomacy, and international cooperation in space, particularly by strengthening alliances and countering efforts by strategic competitors to shape space governance inconsistent with democratic values.Latest action: Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.Referred
• Powering the Future of American Space Dominance ActCongress · HR 9193 · Last action Jun 8, 2026 · Official record (opens in a new tab)The Powering the Future of American Space Dominance Act would direct NASA to accelerate the development and deployment of nuclear power and propulsion systems for deep space exploration. - Requires NASA to submit a 180-day progress report on nuclear propulsion milestones, including in-space demonstrations by the late 2020s and routine lunar night survival…Latest action: Referred to the House Committee on Science, Space, and Technology.Referred
• NASA Transition Authorization Act of 2025Congress · S 933 · Last action Mar 4, 2026 · Official record (opens in a new tab)The bill also revises certain existing NASA programs and establishes new programs related to space exploration, research, and technology.Latest action: Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation. Ordered to be reported with an amendment in the nature of a substitute favorably.Committee reported
• NASA Reauthorization Act of 2026Congress · HR 7273 · Last action Feb 4, 2026 · Official record (opens in a new tab)The bill also directs NASA to continue planning for the eventual deorbit of the International Space Station (ISS) and to continue lunar and Mars exploration missions.Latest action: Ordered to be Reported (Amended) by the Yeas and Nays: 37 - 0.Committee reported

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