119th Congress Science, Technology, Communications
H.R. 477: MACH Act
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Summary
This bill permits the National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) to establish a research program to facilitate the testing of high-speed aircraft and related technologies, to be known as the Making Advancements in Commercial Hypersonics Program.
Within a specified time period, NASA must develop a strategic plan for such research. NASA must also consult with the Department of Defense and the Federal Aviation Administration on these efforts.
Under the program, NASA may not (1) fund the development of hypersonic and related technologies; or (2) enter into an agreement with certain foreign entities of concern, including entities owned or controlled by China, Iran, North Korea, or Russia.
Written by the Congressional Research Service, Library of Congress.
Roll calls
No roll call votes have been held on this bill.
Amendments
No amendments were offered to this bill.
Cosponsors
- Kevin Mullin D-CAOriginal
- George Whitesides D-CA
- Eugene Vindman D-VA
- Mike Haridopolos R-FL
- Rich McCormick R-GA
- Sarah McBride D-DE
- Jay Obernolte R-CA
- Pat Harrigan R-NC
- Laura Gillen D-NY
- Nicholas Begich R-AK
- Valerie Foushee D-NC
- C. Franklin R-FL
Who scored on this bill
- 1Vince Fong SponsorDrew cross-party cosponsors, introduced2 events+6
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History
- Introduced in the House by Vince Fong.
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- Introduced in House
- Referred to the House Committee on Science, Space, and Technology.