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Streamlining Commercial Space Launches from Military Bases.

This act grants military departments special authority to allow private space companies to use domestic military installations for commercial rocket launches. Companies must reimburse the Department of Defense for all direct costs associated with the support, ensuring taxpayer funds are protected. This aims to boost the domestic commercial space industry by utilizing existing infrastructure more efficiently.
Key points
Private companies can contract with the military to use spaceport infrastructure, equipment, and services on military property for commercial launches.
Commercial users are required to fully reimburse the Department of Defense for all direct costs incurred for the support provided.
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Additional Information
Print number: 118_S_2232
Sponsor: Sen. Rubio, Marco [R-FL]
Process start date: 2023-07-11