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Establishing Advisory Committee to Boost Commercial Space Economy

This act establishes a new expert committee to advise the government and Congress on the development and regulation of the U.S. commercial space sector. The goal is to foster innovation, identify market challenges, and ensure space activities are conducted safely and sustainably. This indirectly supports future economic and technological growth.
Key points
Creation of a 15-member expert committee from the space industry, set to operate for 10 years, advising the Secretary of Commerce.
The committee will advise on promoting commercial space investments and resolving regulatory issues (e.g., export controls, radio spectrum access).
A key duty is reviewing best practices to prevent contamination of the Moon, other celestial bodies, and the Earth's environment.
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Print number: 118_S_3342
Sponsor: Sen. Peters, Gary C. [D-MI]
Process start date: 2023-11-15
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Space Commerce Advisory Committee Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_S_3342.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2023-11-15.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Creation of a 15-member expert committee from the space industry, set to operate for 10 years, advising the Secretary of Commerce.
  • The committee will advise on promoting commercial space investments and resolving regulatory issues (e.g., export controls, radio spectrum access).
  • A key duty is reviewing best practices to prevent contamination of the Moon, other celestial bodies, and the Earth's environment.
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 Sen. Peters, Gary C. [D-MI].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Introduced in Senate

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-26.

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