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Report on Space Resources Institute: Securing US Future in Space.

This bill requires NASA and the Department of Commerce to prepare a report. It will assess the merits and options for establishing an institute focused on space resources. The goal is to maintain US leadership in space and explore how space resources can support future space programs and supplement Earth's resources.
Key points
The US government will study the creation of a dedicated institute for managing space resources.
The aim is to strengthen America's position in space and use extraterrestrial materials to support missions and supplement Earth's resources.
The report will evaluate if such an institute should be virtual or physical and if it should partner with universities and industry.
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Status: Introduced
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Additional Information
Print number: 119_HR_6638
Sponsor: Rep. Foushee, Valerie P. [D-NC-4]
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

To require a report on merits and options for establishing an institute relating to space resources, and for other purposes.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 119_HR_6638.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the House of Representatives.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • The US government will study the creation of a dedicated institute for managing space resources.
  • The aim is to strengthen America's position in space and use extraterrestrial materials to support missions and supplement Earth's resources.
  • The report will evaluate if such an institute should be virtual or physical and if it should partner with universities and industry.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Introduced.

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. Foushee, Valerie P. [D-NC-4].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the House Committee on Science, Space, and Technology.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2026-01-11.

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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