Artemis Accords Authorization Act
Bill Summary
Authorizes the Artemis Accords, a set of international agreements for space exploration. Funds and establishes guidelines for US participation in the Accords.
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- Apr 16, 2026
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The committee will review the bill, debate amendments, and vote on whether to advance it to the full chamber.
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The full chamber debates the bill, may amend it, and votes on whether to pass it.
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If passed by the first chamber, the other chamber considers, may amend, and votes on the bill.
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If passed by both chambers, the bill goes to the President to sign into law or veto.
Why It Matters
Affects NASA and international space agencies participating in the Artemis program, as it sets guidelines for cooperation and shared goals in space exploration. Impacts US astronauts, scientists, and engineers working on the Artemis missions, as well as foreign governments and space agencies collaborating with the US.
Impact Areas
Support & Opposition
- Democratic2
- Republican3
Documents
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Cosponsors (4)
Bill Details
- Military
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