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Astronaut Post-Flight Transport: Ensuring Safety and Medical Access.

This new law allows government astronauts returning from space to receive transportation before they are medically cleared to drive. This aims to facilitate their access to medical research, monitoring, and other official duties, enhancing their safety and well-being after demanding missions. The act also mandates annual reports on the cost and usage of this transportation.
Key points
Government astronauts returning from space will get rides home and to medical appointments before they can drive themselves.
The goal is to ensure safety and medical support for astronauts after space flights.
NASA will report annually to Congress on the number of times and cost of providing this transportation.
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Print number: 117_HR_9239
Sponsor: Rep. Babin, Brian [R-TX-36]
Process start date: 2022-10-28
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

ASTRO Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HR_9239.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the House of Representatives.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2022-10-28.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Government astronauts returning from space will get rides home and to medical appointments before they can drive themselves.
  • The goal is to ensure safety and medical support for astronauts after space flights.
  • NASA will report annually to Congress on the number of times and cost of providing this transportation.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Expired.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Rep. Babin, Brian [R-TX-36].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Introduced in House

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-28.

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