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Space Safety: Transitioning Oversight to Civilian Agencies

This Act aims to enhance space safety by transferring responsibility for monitoring space objects from the Department of Defense to the Department of Commerce. Citizens will gain access to free information about space threats, supporting the growth of commercial space activities and protecting satellites that underpin many daily services.
Key points
Transfer of space safety oversight from military to civilian agencies (Department of Commerce).
Free and public access to information on space objects and potential collisions.
Support for the development of space technologies and innovation in the private sector.
Increased safety for satellites, impacting the reliability of telecommunications and navigation services.
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Additional Information
Print number: 118_HR_5431
Sponsor: Rep. Beyer, Donald S., Jr. [D-VA-8]
Process start date: 2023-09-13
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Space SSA Transition Act of 2023

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_HR_5431.

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 2023-09-13.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Transfer of space safety oversight from military to civilian agencies (Department of Commerce).
  • Free and public access to information on space objects and potential collisions.
  • Support for the development of space technologies and innovation in the private sector.
  • Increased safety for satellites, impacting the reliability of telecommunications and navigation services.
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. Beyer, Donald S., Jr. [D-VA-8].

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 2025-12-25.

What is the impact of this bill?

We don't know, that is up to you to decide. Summarizing raw data with AI is fundamentally different from predicting socio-economic outcomes. As of 2026, we believe impact assessment strictly requires a human in the loop to verify and judge.

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