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NASA: Enhanced Access to Satellite Data for Science and Education

This act aims to streamline NASA's acquisition and dissemination of commercial Earth remote sensing data. This will provide scientists and educational institutions with broader access to information about our planet, potentially leading to a better understanding of climate and environmental changes, as well as the development of new technologies.
Key points
NASA will purchase more satellite data from private companies to support scientific research and education.
This data will be more widely available to scientists and other users, not just those funded by NASA.
The act requires NASA to report annually to Congress on how it uses this data and the benefits derived from it.
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Status: Passed House
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Additional Information
Print number: 119_HR_2600
Sponsor: Rep. Hurd, Jeff [R-CO-3]
Process start date: 2025-04-02
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

ASCEND Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 119_HR_2600.

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 2025-04-02.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • NASA will purchase more satellite data from private companies to support scientific research and education.
  • This data will be more widely available to scientists and other users, not just those funded by NASA.
  • The act requires NASA to report annually to Congress on how it uses this data and the benefits derived from it.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Passed House.

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. Hurd, Jeff [R-CO-3].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill, as amended Agreed to by voice vote. (text: CR H2242-2243)

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-22.

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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