What does Preamble of Space Exploration Research Act do?

This bill, formally titled 'Space Exploration Research Act', aims to supplement existing lease authorities available to the Administrator of the National Aeronautics and Space Administration. The Administrator may lease real property under their jurisdiction for up to 99 years to support research, education, and training activities. Leases can be used for aeronautical and space research, education and training for space industry careers, technology transfer, scientific activities, and other space-related activities. The Administrator may enter into agreements to lease back property and provide administrative and maintenance support to facilities. Eligible entities for leases include states, subdivisions of states, educational or scientific foundations, and institutions of higher education.

What does SHORT TITLE. of Space Exploration Research Act do?

This bill is formally titled the Space Exploration Research Act.

What does NATIONAL AERONAUTICS AND SPACE ADMINISTRATION SUPPLEMENTAL of Space Exploration Research Act do?

This section grants the Administrator of the National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) supplemental lease authority using existing authorities. NASA may lease real property to entities like states, educational institutions, and non-profit organizations for purposes including aeronautical and space research, education, technology transfer, and scientific activities. Leases may be for up to 50 years and may be renewed. NASA may enter into agreements and contracts to lease back property and provide administrative support to entities leasing the property. The Administrator can delegate authorities under this section to subordinate employees. This section supersedes certain existing laws regarding property leasing. NASA is required to submit an annual report to Congress detailing the mission relevance, value, and financial impact of leases entered into under this section.

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Space Exploration Research Act

Last updated: 4/13/2026 · Introduced: 7/17/2025

Author: Ted Cruz (R-TX)

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The Space Exploration Research Act expands NASA's ability to lease property to states, educational institutions, and non-profit organizations for research, education, and related activities.
This bill allows NASA to enter into leases up to 99 years long, with renewal options, and to lease back property while providing support services.
The Act grants NASA supplemental lease authority that overrides certain existing federal laws regarding property management.

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