Sens. Cruz, Sinema, Wicker, Markey, Peters Introduce the Space Frontier Act
Introduce bipartisan legislation to extend ISS operations through 2030, support development of commercial space sector, fortify America’s leadership in space
WASHINGTON, D.C. - U.S. Sen. Ted Cruz (R-Texas), chairman of the Subcommittee on Aviation and Space, along with Sens. Kyrsten Sinema (D-Ariz.), Roger Wicker (R-Miss.), Ed Markey (D-Mass.), and Gary Peters (D-Mich.) this week introduced the Space Frontier Act. This bipartisan bill would secure funding to continue operations for the International Space Station (ISS) through 2030, eliminate overreaching regulations to support further development of the commercial space sector, and to strengthen America's leadership in space exploration. Read the full text of the bill here.
"I am proud of this bipartisan legislation as it will help to fortify America's leadership in the domain of space," Sen. Cruz said. "The Space Frontier Act moves our nation forward in taking the critical step of continuing the operations and utilization of the International Space Station through 2030, securing the United States' competitive edged against China in low-Earth orbit, and enacts meaningful reforms to modernize our nation's launch and re-entry regulations, and streamlines nongovernmental Earth observation regulations."
"Arizona is home to a thriving aerospace manufacturing community," said Senator Sinema. "We're working across the aisle to cut red tape, support our space industry, and ensure that the United States continues to be a leader in the global space community."
"Fifty years after the United States first put a man on the moon, we are in the midst of a new and exciting space race," Wicker said. "This challenge requires policy certainty, partnerships with the private sector and our friends across the globe, and America's continuing competitive edge and innovative thinking. The Space Frontier Act would ensure American leadership in space for years to come."
"This bill passed the Senate through unanimous consent last year, and I am glad to continue this bipartisan effort to provide certainty and a firmer launchpad for our commercial space industry," Sen. Markey said. "Our sky should not be a ceiling for innovation and achievement, and the Space Frontier Act will help the American space industry achieve new heights, all while protecting small businesses and the scientific research that benefits all Americans through innovation and discovery."
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