S 582 United States Senate · 119th Congress

Astronaut Ground Travel Support Act

This bill allows NASA to use government-owned vehicles (like cars or vans) to transport astronauts and international space travelers after missions for specific medical reasons. It directly affects NASA astronauts and international partners who need post-mission medical checks before being cleared to drive. The key provision lets NASA's Administrator authorize this ground transportation - such as for medical monitoring or treatment - after obtaining written approval from the Astronaut Office Chief, using existing government vehicles without new funding. Non-U.S. personnel must reimburse the government for these services.
Bill status in committee 1 of 4 stages cleared
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Feb 2025
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Introduced Feb 13, 2025 Last action Oct 29, 2025
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Oct 20, 2025
Upper · Passed
Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation. Reported by Senator Cruz without amendment. With written report No. 119-82.
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Mar 12, 2025
Upper · Passed
Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation. Ordered to be reported without amendment favorably.
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Feb 13, 2025
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Read twice and referred to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation.
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Feb 13, 2025
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