House Approves NASA Transition Authorization Act

Statement

The House of Representatives today approved the National Aeronautics and Space Administration Transition Authorization Act of 2017 (S.442), which cleared the Senate last month. This bipartisan, bicameral legislation reaffirms Congress' commitment to the National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) and directs NASA to pursue a balanced portfolio of activities.

Chairman Lamar Smith (R-Texas): "The NASA Transition Authorization Act of 2017 reaffirms our support for the bold visions and commitments that will shape America's future in space. This bill reiterates the importance of maintaining NASA's continuity of purpose to ensure America remains a leader in space exploration. It also directs NASA to create a roadmap for human exploration and guides the future path of exploration for decades to come. With the passage of this bill, we take another step in making America great again. "

Space Subcommittee Chairman Brian Babin (R-Texas): "The NASA Transition Authorization Act of 2017 is a bipartisan and bicameral bill that creates certainty and long-term stability for NASA and America's human space flight programs. The bill continues support for the International Space Station, the Space Launch System, the Orion crew vehicle, and the commercial cargo and crew programs. Its passage puts NASA and America on a clear path forward into the next chapter of space exploration. I am also pleased to note the inclusion of the TREAT Astronauts Act, legislation that I introduced to ensure that our nation's astronauts receive support for medical issues associated with their service while also advancing research in long-term space missions."

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