Bill > S1722

This bill, called the Mission to MARS (Modernize Astronautic Resources for Space) Act, appropriates $1 billion to the NASA Administrator for comprehensive infrastructure upgrades and modernization at the Johnson Space Center. The funding, available until September 30, 2034, will support 18 specific projects including preparing the Neutral Buoyancy Lab for commercial space station training, upgrading the Astromaterials Curation and Research facility, modernizing the Mission Control Center, repairing astronaut flight training facilities at Ellington Field, and addressing various infrastructure needs such as electrical systems, HVAC upgrades, fire alarm repairs, and building maintenance. Additionally, the bill provides that any remaining funds after completing these initial projects will be used to further develop advanced spacesuits, hardware, food systems, and training simulations for missions to low-Earth orbit, the Moon, and Mars, as determined by the NASA Administrator. The bill aims to enhance NASA's capabilities and support commercial space exploration efforts by investing in critical infrastructure at a key NASA facility.

Transportation and Infrastructure

https://www.congress.gov/bill/119th-congress/senate-bill/1722/all-info