H.R. 3237 · 111th Congress · 2009–2010
To enact certain laws relating to national and commercial space programs as title 51, United States Code, "National and Commercial Space Programs".
H.R. 3237 in the 111th Congress (2009–2010) became law — introduced on Jul 16, 2009, sponsored by John Conyers, Jr. with 1 co-sponsors.
During the 111th Congress (2009–2010), Barack Obama was president, and Democrats held majorities in both the House and Senate.
- Status
- Became law
- Introduced
- Jul 16, 2009
- Co-sponsors
- 1
- Policy area
- Science, Technology, Communications
- Public law
- Public Law 111-314
What it does
Enacts title 51 of the United States Code into positive law to be entitled "National and Commercial Space Programs." Makes conforming changes to existing law and repeals specified provisions of specified laws.
Summary by the nonpartisan Congressional Research Service.
Sponsor
John Conyers, Jr. (D-MI). Co-sponsors: 1 Republican.
Where it stands
- IntroducedJul 16, 2009
- Passed the HouseJan 13, 2010
- Passed the SenateDec 3, 2010
- Sent to the PresidentDec 9, 2010
- Became lawDec 18, 2010
Latest action: Became Public Law No: 111-314. (Dec 18, 2010)
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Committees
- Judiciary Committee
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