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| 104-hr-4233 | 104 | hr | 4233 | Savings in Construction Act of 1996 | Science, Technology, Communications | 1996-09-27 | 1996-09-30 | Received in the Senate. | House | Rep. Cox, Christopher [R-CA-47] | CA | R | C000830 | 3 | Savings in Construction Act of 1996 - Amends the Metric Conversion Act of 1975 to define specified terms, including: (1) full and open competition; (2) total installed price; (3) hard-metric; (4) cost or pricing data or price analysis; and (5) Federal facility. Requires the implementation of such Act in the acquisition of construction services and materials for Federal facilities. Directs that if the requirements of this Act conflict with specified Federal procurement provisions, then such provisions shall take precedence. Sets forth exceptions with respect to the implementation of such Act concerning concrete masonry units and recessed lighting fixtures. Requires the agency head to determine in writing according to specified criteria that specifications can only be satisfied by hard-metric versions. Requires the head of each agency that awards construction contracts within the United States and its territories to designate a senior agency official as a construction metrication ombudsman to, among other things, be: (1) responsible for reviewing and responding to complaints from prospective bidders, subcontractors, suppliers, or their designated representatives concerning use of the metric system of measurement in contracts for the construction of Federal buildings; (2) independent of the contracting officer for construction contracts; and (3) responsible for ensuring that the agency is not implementing the metric system of measurement in a manner that is either impractical, likely to cause significant inefficiencies or loss of markets to U.S. firms, or inconsistent with specified guidelines while ensuring that the goals of the Metric Conversion Act of 1975 are observed. | 2025-08-21T20:14:39Z | |
| 104-hr-4239 | 104 | hr | 4239 | To provide for the licensing of commercial space reentry vehicles and reentry sites, and for other purposes. | Science, Technology, Communications | 1996-09-27 | 1996-10-02 | Referred to the Subcommittee on Space and Aeronautics. | House | Rep. Brown, George E., Jr. [D-CA-42] | CA | D | B000918 | 0 | Amends Federal law to include reentry vehicles and related launch operations within the scope of commercial space launch activities. Mandates an annual report. | 2024-02-07T15:21:41Z | |
| 104-s-2131 | 104 | s | 2131 | Commission on the Year 2000 Computer Problem Act | Science, Technology, Communications | 1996-09-25 | 1996-09-25 | Read twice and referred to the Committee on Commerce. | Senate | Sen. Moynihan, Daniel Patrick [D-NY] | NY | D | M001054 | 0 | Commission on the Year 2000 Computer Problem Act - Establishes the National Commission on the Year 2000 Computer Problem to identify problems and recommend possible solutions with respect to the proper transition of private and public sector computers from the year 1999 to the year 2000. | 2025-08-21T20:15:35Z | |
| 104-hr-3936 | 104 | hr | 3936 | Space Commercialization Promotion Act of 1996 | Science, Technology, Communications | 1996-08-01 | 1996-09-18 | Received in the Senate. | House | Rep. Walker, Robert S. [R-PA-16] | PA | R | W000068 | 11 | TABLE OF CONTENTS: Title I: Promotion of Commercial Space Opportunities Title II: Remote Sensing Title III: Federal Acquisition of Space Transportation Services Space Commercialization Promotion Act of 1996 - Title I: Promotion of Commercial Space Opportunities - Requires the Administrator of the National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) to deliver to the Congress a market study that examines the role of commercial ventures which could supply, use, service, or augment the International Space Station. (Sec. 102) Amends Federal law to include reentry vehicles and launch and reentry operations within the scope of commercial space launch activities. Mandates an annual report. (Sec. 103) Amends Federal law and the Office of Federal Procurement Policy Act to except from certain post-employment restrictions employees or former employees of NASA seeking employment with an entity that is awarded the Space Flight Operations Contract for the Space Shuttle, with specified exceptions. (Sec. 104) Amends the National Aeronautics and Space Administration Authorization Act, Fiscal Year 1993 to: (1) discontinue funding of the commercial launch voucher demonstration program through the Office of Commercial Programs within NASA (continues funding such program directly through NASA); and (2) extend the program indefinitely. (Sec. 105) Encourages the President to promote U.S. Global Positioning System standards. (Sec. 106) Directs NASA to purchase, to the maximum extent possible, space science data from the private sector. Title II: Remote Sensing - Makes amendments to the Land Remote Sensing Policy Act of 1992 respecting the commercialization of land remote sensing space systems. Modifies license application and issuance requirements to allow U.S. Government agencies to enter into agreements for utilization of a private land remote sensing space system if such remote sensing space system will be licensed by the Secretary of Commerce before commencing its commercial operation. Prohibits dupli… | 2026-03-23T12:17:56Z | |
| 104-s-1907 | 104 | s | 1907 | Daylight Saving time Extension Act of 1996 | Science, Technology, Communications | 1996-06-26 | 1996-06-26 | Read twice and referred to the Committee on Commerce. | Senate | Sen. Simpson, Alan K. [R-WY] | WY | R | S000429 | 0 | Daylight Saving time Extension Act of 1996 - Amends the Uniform Time Act of 1966 to extend daylight saving time by: (1) beginning it on the third Sunday of March instead of the first Sunday in April; and (2) ending it on the first Sunday of November instead of the last Sunday of October. Directs the Federal Communications Commission to make such adjustments with respect to hours of operation of daytime standard amplitude modulation broadcast stations as may be consistent with the public interest. | 2025-08-21T20:15:20Z | |
| 104-hr-3709 | 104 | hr | 3709 | Opportunities in Science and Technology Act of 1996 | Science, Technology, Communications | 1996-06-25 | 1996-07-09 | Referred to the Subcommittee on Basic Research. | House | Rep. Brown, George E., Jr. [D-CA-42] | CA | D | B000918 | 0 | Opportunities in Science and Technology Act of 1996 - Establishes a competitive, merit-reviewed awards program to support instructional equipment and facilities for science and technology. Sets forth limitations on authorized activities. Authorizes appropriations for FY 1997 through 1999. | 2025-08-21T20:14:32Z | |
| 104-s-1839 | 104 | s | 1839 | National Aeronautics and Space Administration Authorization Act, Fiscal Year 1997 | Science, Technology, Communications | 1996-06-05 | 1996-07-22 | Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 506. | Senate | Sen. Pressler, Larry [R-SD] | SD | R | P000513 | 2 | TABLE OF CONTENTS: Title I: Authorization of Appropriations Title II: Limitations and General Provisions Title III: Employment Reduction Assistance Title IV: Commercial Space Launch Act Amendments National Aeronautics and Space Administration Authorization Act, Fiscal Year 1997 - Title I: Authorization of Appropriations - Authorizes FY 1997 appropriations for the National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) for: (1) human space flight; (2) science, aeronautics, and technology; (3) mission support; and (4) the Inspector General. Title II: Limitations and General Provisions - Limits funding for the Space Station. Allocates a specified amount for the experimental program to stimulate competitive research from amount authorized for science, aeronautics, and technology. (Sec. 203) Directs NASA to initiate and operate a radar satellite program. Requires that all of the data processing functions be performed by the U.S. Geological Survey and the Alaska Synthetic Aperture Radar Facility. Provides for funding. (Sec. 204) Prohibits the Administrator of NASA from restructuring the Earth Observing System Data and Information System without first fulfilling certain reporting requirements. (Sec. 205) Directs the Administrator to conduct studies of the Upper Missouri River Basin hydrology to develop applications for Mission to Planet Earth data. Provides for funding. (Sec. 206) Directs the Administrator to make acquisitions of space-based and airborne Earth remote sensing data from the private sector. Provides for funding. (Sec. 207) Directs the Administrator to conduct a study of privatization of the Shuttle. (Sec. 208) Directs the Administrator to consider the use of existing military installation facilities or any other federally owned facilities when considering the purchase, lease, or expansion of a facility to meet the requirements of NASA. (Sec. 209) Authorizes the Administrator to use funds appropriated for purposes other than those appropriated for the construction of facilities,… | 2025-04-07T15:30:28Z | |
| 104-hr-3537 | 104 | hr | 3537 | Federal Oceanography Coordination Improvement Act of 1996 | Science, Technology, Communications | 1996-05-29 | 1996-09-04 | House Committee on Science Granted an extension for further consideration ending not later than Oct. 4, 1996. | House | Rep. Saxton, Jim [R-NJ-3] | NJ | R | S000097 | 2 | Federal Oceanography Coordination Improvement Act of 1996 - Establishes the National Oceanographic Partnership Program. Sets forth the purposes of the program. Establishes the National Ocean Research Leadership Council which shall: (1) prescribe policies and procedures to implement the National Oceanographic Partnership Program; and (2) review, select, identify, and allocate funds for partnership projects for implementation under the program, based on certain criteria. Mandates an annual report. Requires the Council to establish in the National Ocean Service and oversee a partnership program office to implement the National Oceanographic Partnership Program, including to: (1) establish and oversee working groups to propose partnership projects to the Council and advise the Council on such projects; (2) manage peer review of partnership projects and competition for projects selected by the Council; and (3) submit to the Council an annual report on the status of all partnership projects and office activities. | 2025-06-06T14:17:56Z | |
| 104-hr-3523 | 104 | hr | 3523 | To require the relocation of a National Weather Service radar tower which is on Sulphur Mountain near Ojai, California. | Science, Technology, Communications | 1996-05-23 | 1996-06-06 | Referred to the Subcommittee on Energy and Environment. | House | Rep. Gallegly, Elton [R-CA-23] | CA | R | G000021 | 0 | Requires the Secretary of Commerce to relocate the National Weather Service radar tower located on Sulphur Mountain near Ojai, California, to a new site which shall be selected so that the relocation: (1) will not result in degradation of service; and (2) will minimize the negative impacts of the radar tower and its emissions on residential areas. Mandates a report from the Secretary to the Congress. | 2025-01-02T17:38:31Z | |
| 104-s-1731 | 104 | s | 1731 | National Geologic Mapping Reauthorization Act of 1996 | Science, Technology, Communications | 1996-05-07 | 1996-05-08 | Referred to Subcommittee on Forests and Public Lands. | Senate | Sen. Craig, Larry E. [R-ID] | ID | R | C000858 | 13 | National Geologic Mapping Reauthorization Act of 1996 - Amends the National Geologic Mapping Act of 1992 to establish a national cooperative geologic mapping program between the U.S. Geological Survey and State geological surveys. Establishes a geologic mapping advisory committee to advise the Director of the U.S. Geological Survey on planning and implementation of the geological mapping program. Authorizes appropriations. | 2026-03-24T12:48:03Z | |
| 104-hr-3387 | 104 | hr | 3387 | To designate the Southern Piedmont Conservation Research Center located at 1420 Experimental Station Road in Watkinsville, Georgia, as the "J. Phil Campbell, Senior Natural Resource Conservation Center". | Science, Technology, Communications | 1996-05-01 | 1996-08-02 | Received in the Senate and read twice and referred to the Committee on Agriculture. | House | Rep. Norwood, Charles W. [R-GA-10] | GA | R | N000159 | 1 | Designates the Southern Piedmont Conservation Research Center located at 1420 Experimental Station Road in Watkinsville, Georgia, as the J. Phil Campbell, Senior Natural Resource Conservation Center. | 2025-04-07T15:29:21Z | |
| 104-hr-3322 | 104 | hr | 3322 | Omnibus Civilian Science Authorization Act of 1996 | Science, Technology, Communications | 1996-04-25 | 1996-06-03 | Received in the Senate and read twice and referred to the Committee on Commerce. | House | Rep. Walker, Robert S. [R-PA-16] | PA | R | W000068 | 4 | TABLE OF CONTENTS: Title I: National Science Foundation Subtitle A: National Science Foundation Authorization Subtitle B: General Provisions Title II: National Aeronautics and Space Administration Subtitle A: General Provisions Subtitle B: Authorization of Appropriations Subtitle C: International Space Station Subtitle D: Miscellaneous Provisions Title III: United States Fire Administration Title IV: National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration Subtitle A: Atmospheric, Weather, and Satellite Programs Subtitle B: Program Support Subtitle C: Streamlining of Operations Subtitle D: Miscellaneous Title V: Environmental Protectional Agency Title VI: National Institute of Standards and Technology Title VII: Federal Aviation Administration Research, Engineering, and Development Title VIII: National Earthquake Hazards Reduction Program Title IX: Miscellaneous Title X: Further Authorizations Omnibus Civilian Science Authorization Act of 1996 - Title I: National Science Foundation - National Science Foundation Authorization Act of 1996 - Subtitle A: National Science Foundation Authorization - Authorizes appropriations to the National Science Foundation (NSF) for FY 1997. (Sec. 114) Provides for reprogramming of appropriations. Subtitle B: General Provisions - Amends the National Science Foundation Act of 1950 to direct NSF to include in its annual report to the President a strategic plan defining its goals, criteria, and procedures. (Sec. 122) Requires NSF to submit to the Congress an annual upgrade and maintenance plan for national research facilities. (Sec. 123) Amends the Academic Research Facilities Modernization Act of 1988 to give research facility grant priority to institutions or consortia that have not received such funds in the preceding five years. (Sec. 124) Makes administrative amendments to the National Scien… | 2025-06-06T14:17:56Z | |
| 104-hr-3303 | 104 | hr | 3303 | National Oceanographic Partnership Act | Science, Technology, Communications | 1996-04-23 | 1996-07-30 | Modified provisions of H.R. 3303 were incorporated in H.R. 3230. | House | Rep. Weldon, Curt [R-PA-7] | PA | R | W000268 | 26 | National Oceanographic Partnership Act - Establishes the National Oceanographic Partnership Program. Sets forth the purposes of the program. Establishes the: (1) National Ocean Research Leadership Council; (2) Ocean Research Partnership Coordinating Group; and (3) Ocean Research Advisory Panel under the program. Sets forth the composition of membership and specified duties of each. Mandates certain annual reports. Authorizes appropriations for the National Oceanographic Partnership Program for FY 1997 and requires that a certain amount be available for the operations of the partnership program office for such fiscal year. | 2025-08-21T20:16:18Z | |
| 104-hr-3198 | 104 | hr | 3198 | National Geologic Mapping Reauthorization Act of 1996 | Science, Technology, Communications | 1996-03-29 | 1996-10-01 | By Senator Murkowski from Committee on Energy and Natural Resources filed written report. Report No. 104-395. | House | Rep. Calvert, Ken [R-CA-43] | CA | R | C000059 | 7 | National Geologic Mapping Reauthorization Act of 1996 - Amends the National Geologic Mapping Act of 1992 to establish a national cooperative geologic mapping program between the U.S. Geological Survey and State geological surveys. Establishes a geologic mapping advisory committee to advise the Director of the U.S. Geological Survey on planning and implementation of the geological mapping program. Authorizes appropriations. | 2026-03-24T12:48:03Z | |
| 104-hr-2779 | 104 | hr | 2779 | Savings in Construction Act of 1996 | Science, Technology, Communications | 1995-12-14 | 1996-10-11 | Became Public Law No: 104-289. | House | Rep. Cox, Christopher [R-CA-47] | CA | R | C000830 | 86 | Savings in Construction Act of 1996 - Amends the Metric Conversion Act of 1975 to define specified terms, including: (1) full and open competition; (2) total installed price; (3) hard-metric; (4) cost or pricing data or price analysis; and (5) Federal facility. Requires the implementation of such Act in the acquisition of construction services and materials for Federal facilities. Directs that if the requirements of this Act conflict with specified Federal procurement provisions, then such provisions shall take precedence. Sets forth exceptions with respect to the implementation of such Act concerning concrete masonry units and recessed lighting fixtures. Requires the agency head to determine in writing according to specified criteria that specifications can only be satisfied by hard-metric versions. Requires the head of each agency that awards construction contracts within the United States and its territories to designate a senior agency official as a construction metrication ombudsman to, among other things, be: (1) responsible for reviewing and responding to complaints from prospective bidders, subcontractors, suppliers, or their designated representatives concerning use of the metric system of measurement in contracts for the construction of Federal buildings; (2) independent of the contracting officer for construction contracts; and (3) responsible for ensuring that the agency is not implementing the metric system of measurement in a manner that is either impractical, likely to cause significant inefficiencies or loss of markets to U.S. firms, or inconsistent with specified guidelines while ensuring that the goals of the Metric Conversion Act of 1975 are observed. | 2025-04-07T15:27:07Z | |
| 104-s-1445 | 104 | s | 1445 | National Science Foundation Authorization Act of 1995 | Science, Technology, Communications | 1995-12-05 | 1995-12-05 | Read twice and referred to the Committee on Labor and Human Resources pursuant to the order of March 3, 1988, with instructions, that if reported the bill then be referred to the Committee on Commerce, Science and Transportation for a period not to exceed 30 session days. | Senate | Sen. Pressler, Larry [R-SD] | SD | R | P000513 | 1 | TABLE OF CONTENTS: Title I: National Science Foundation Authorization Title II: General Provisions National Science Foundation Authorization Act of 1995 - Title I: National Science Foundation Authorization - Authorizes appropriations to the National Science Foundation (NSF) for FY 1996 through 1998. Authorizes FY 1996 through 1998 appropriations for a NSF pilot grant program to consortia of Experimental Program to Stimulate Competitive Research (EPSCoR) institutions and non-EPSCoR institutions. Requires the Director of NSF to design and implement a pilot program to develop interactive telecommunications systems at tribally-controlled community colleges. Obligates specified funds for consultation and representation expenses. Sets forth certain reprogramming provisions. Title II: General Provisions - Amends the National Science Foundation Act of 1950 to direct NSF to include in its annual report to the President a strategic plan defining its goals, criteria, and procedures. Makes administrative amendments to the National Science Foundation Act of 1950 and the National Science Foundation Authorization Act, 1976. Subjects temporary NSF employees to financial disclosure requirements. | 2025-08-21T20:14:22Z | |
| 104-hr-2659 | 104 | hr | 2659 | To cancel the participation of the United States in the Space Station program. | Science, Technology, Communications | 1995-11-17 | 1995-11-21 | Referred to the Subcommittee on Space and Aeronautics. | House | Rep. Frank, Barney [D-MA-4] | MA | D | F000339 | 0 | Cancels U.S. participation in the Space Station program. Prohibits obligation of funds for such program. | 2025-01-02T17:37:20Z | |
| 104-hr-2405 | 104 | hr | 2405 | Omnibus Civilian Science Authorization Act of 1995 | Science, Technology, Communications | 1995-09-27 | 1995-10-17 | Received in the Senate and read twice and referred to the Committee on Commerce. | House | Rep. Walker, Robert S. [R-PA-16] | PA | R | W000068 | 4 | TABLE OF CONTENTS: Title I: National Science Foundation Subtitle A: National Science Foundation Authorization Subtitle B: General Provisions Title II: National Aeronautics and Space Administration Subtitle A: General Provisions Subtitle B: Authorization of Appropriations Subtitle C: Miscellaneous Provisions Title III: Department of Energy Title IV: National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration Subtitle A: Atmospheric, Weather, and Satellite Programs Subtitle B: Marine Research Subtitle C: Program Support Subtitle D: Streamlining of Operations Subtitle E: Miscellaneous Title V: Environmental Protection Agency Title VI: Technology Title VII: United States Fire Administration Title VIII: Buy American Omnibus Civilian Science Authorization Act of 1995 - Title I: National Science Foundation - National Science Foundation Authorization Act of 1995 - Subtitle A: National Science Foundation Authorization - Authorizes appropriations to the National Science Foundation (NSF) for FY 1996 and 1997. (Sec. 114) Provides for reprogramming of appropriations. Subtitle B: General Provisions - Amends the National Science Foundation Act of 1950 to direct NSF to include in its annual report to the President a strategic plan defining its goals, criteria, and procedures. (Sec. 122) Requires NSF to submit to the Congress an annual upgrade and maintenance plan for national research facilities. (Sec. 123) Amends the Academic Research Facilities Modernization Act of 1988 to give research facility grant priority to institutions or consortia that have not received such funds in the preceding five years. (Sec. 124) Makes administrative amendments to the National Science Foundation Act of 1950, the National Science Foundation Authorization Act, 1976, the National Science Foundation Authorization Act of 1988, and the Education for Economic Security Act. (Sec. 126) Requires… | 2025-04-07T15:30:24Z | |
| 104-s-1164 | 104 | s | 1164 | Technology Transfer Improvements Act of 1995 | Science, Technology, Communications | 1995-08-10 | 1995-12-20 | Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 294. | Senate | Sen. Rockefeller, John D., IV [D-WV] | WV | D | R000361 | 1 | Technology Transfer Improvements Act of 1995 - Amends the Stevenson-Wydler Technology Innovation Act of 1980 regarding title to intellectual property arising from cooperative research and development agreements (CRADAs) to provide: (1) the collaborating partner with the option to choose an exclusive or nonexclusive license for a field of use for a resulting CRADA invention; (2) confidentiality of commercial information; and (3) limited Government use rights under specified circumstances, such as public health and safety needs. Provides, with regard to income distribution from intellectual property received by Federal laboratories, for: (1) agency payments of $2,000 plus 15 percent of future royalties to the inventor, and payments to other contributing personnel; and (2) laboratory use of royalties for related research and other expenses. Amends the Fastener Quality Act (FQA) to modify various definitions. Repeals provisions authorizing the Secretary of Commerce to designate items as being within the definition of fasteners under the FQA. Modifies testing and certification requirements. Permits an alternative procedure for demonstrating conformity to chemical characteristics standards. Changes requirements regarding the sale of domestically produced fasteners subsequent to manufacture, including concerning commingling and subsequent purchaser requirements. Allows designation of Department of Commerce officers or employees to conduct investigations under the FQA. Modifies FQA recordkeeping requirements. Repeals provisions establishing an advisory committee. | 2025-04-07T15:28:30Z | |
| 104-s-1141 | 104 | s | 1141 | Technology Administration Authorization Act of 1995 | Science, Technology, Communications | 1995-08-09 | 1995-09-29 | Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 199. | Senate | Sen. Pressler, Larry [R-SD] | SD | R | P000513 | 1 | Technology Administration Authorization Act of 1995 - Authorizes appropriations to the Secretary of Commerce for: (1) the Under Secretary for Technology-Office of Technology Policy; and (2) the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST). Directs the Secretary to submit to the Congress a plan for phasing out the Office of Technology Policy and transferring essential functions to NIST. Amends the National Institute of Standards and Technology Act to direct the Secretary to establish an Experimental Program to Stimulate Cooperative Technology which shall make grants in furtherance of NIST's mission. Amends the American Technology Preeminence Act of 1991 to eliminate the National Quality Council. Amends the Fastener Quality Act with regard to metal chemistry testing, commingling of fasteners in distribution, and acceptance of nonconforming fasteners. | 2025-08-21T20:15:26Z | |
| 104-s-1142 | 104 | s | 1142 | National Oceanic and Atmospheric Authorization Act of 1995 | Science, Technology, Communications | 1995-08-09 | 1995-11-29 | Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 251. | Senate | Sen. Pressler, Larry [R-SD] | SD | R | P000513 | 4 | TABLE OF CONTENTS: Title I: NOAA Atmospheric and Satellite Programs Title II: NOAA Ocean and Coastal Programs Title III: NOAA Marine Fishery Programs Title IV: Program Administration and Support Title V: Cost Savings and Streamlining National Oceanic and Atmospheric Authorization Act of 1995 - Title I: NOAA Atmospheric and Satellite Programs - Authorizes appropriations for the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) for: (1) National Weather Service (NWS) operations and research; (2) public warning and forecast systems; (3) climate and air quality research; (4) atmospheric research; (5) satellite observing systems; and (6) environmental data management systems. States that NWS shall be responsible for: (1) weather and storm warnings; and (2) collection and distribution of meteorological, hydrological, climatic, and oceanographic information, including hydrometeorological guidance and forecast information. Authorizes the Administrator of NOAA to procure specified additional satellites. Amends the Land Remote Sensing Act of 1992 to direct the Administrator to develop an operating plan for the Landsat 7 spacecraft and the processing and distribution of its data, including a related ground system. Authorizes appropriations. Title II: NOAA Ocean and Coastal Programs - Authorizes NOAA appropriations for: (1) mapping, charting, and geodesy activities; (2) observation and assessment; and (3) ocean and Great Lakes research. Amends Federal law to authorize appropriations for the national sea grant college program. National Undersea Research Program Act of 1995 - Directs the Administrator to establish a National Undersea Research Program, which shall be conducted by regional centers. Authorizes appropriations. Amends the Coastal Zone Management Act of 1972 to authorize appropriations for: (1) management program development grants; (2) coastal water protection; (3) State coastal water protection programs; and (4) the Secretary of Commerce (Secretary) for specified activiti… | 2025-04-07T15:30:31Z | |
| 104-hr-2196 | 104 | hr | 2196 | National Technology and Advancement Act of 1995 | Science, Technology, Communications | 1995-08-04 | 1996-03-07 | Became Public Law No: 104-113. | House | Rep. Morella, Constance A. [R-MD-8] | MD | R | M000941 | 3 | National Technology Transfer and Advancement Act of 1995 - Amends the Stevenson-Wydler Technology Innovation Act of 1980 (Act) to provide for the Federal agency transfer of Federal Laboratory Consortium for Technology Transfer amounts in excess of $10,000 in any fiscal year. (Sec. 4) Revises provisions regarding title to intellectual property arising from Federal-industry cooperative research and development agreements (CRADAs) to provide: (1) the collaborating partner (partner) with the option to choose an exclusive or nonexclusive license for a prenegotiated field of use for a resulting CRADA invention; (2) confidentiality of commercial information; and (3) limited Government laboratory right to require a partner to grant applicant licenses in exceptional circumstances of public health or safety, Federal requirements, or partner noncompliance. Provides that a partner may retain title to an invention made solely by its employees in exchange for granting the Government a worldwide license to use the invention. (Sec. 5) Provides, with regard to income distribution from intellectual property received by Federal laboratories, for: (1) agency payments of $2,000 plus 15 percent of future royalties to the inventor, and payments to other contributing personnel; and (2) laboratory use of royalties for related research and other expenses. (Sec. 6) Provides that if the Government chooses not to pursue the rights of an invention of a Federal employee or former employee, such individual may obtain the right of ownership or otherwise promote the invention's commercialization. (Sec. 7) Makes a conforming amendment to Federal law (the Bayh- Dole Act). (Sec. 8) Amends the National Institute of Standards Act to: (1) expand the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) Visiting Committee from 9 to 15 members (with an increase in industry members); (2) provide for transportation between the Institute and nearby public transportation; and (3) increase the cap on postdoctoral fellowships from 40 to 60. (Sec. 9) Amends … | 2025-04-07T15:28:30Z | |
| 104-hr-2059 | 104 | hr | 2059 | National Aeronautics and Space Administration Authorization Act, Fiscal Year 1996 | Science, Technology, Communications | 1995-07-19 | 1995-07-24 | Referred to the Subcommittee on Space and Aeronautics. | House | Rep. Brown, George E., Jr. [D-CA-42] | CA | D | B000918 | 0 | TABLE OF CONTENTS: Title I: Authorization of Appropriations Subtitle A: Authorizations Subtitle B: Limitations and Special Authority Title II: Miscellaneous Provisions National Aeronautics and Space Administration Authorization Act, Fiscal Year 1996 - Title I: Authorization of Appropriations - Subtitle A: Authorizations - Authorizes appropriations for the National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) for: (1) human space flight; (2) science, aeronautics, and technology, including facilities construction; (3) mission support; and (4) the Inspector General. Places a ceiling on authorization of appropriations for construction. Subtitle B: Limitations and Special Authority - Sets forth fund uses and limitations. Title II: Miscellaneous Provisions - Authorizes the purchase of airborne infrared astronomy data services. States that if NASA appropriations are less than appropriations authorized under this Act, there shall be established a National Aeronautics and Space Administration Facilities Commission to recommend closure or reconfiguration of NASA facilities. | 2025-08-21T20:14:12Z | |
| 104-s-1048 | 104 | s | 1048 | National Aeronautics and Space Administration Authorization Act, Fiscal Year 1996 | Science, Technology, Communications | 1995-07-18 | 1995-10-20 | Held at the desk. | Senate | Sen. Pressler, Larry [R-SD] | SD | R | P000513 | 1 | TABLE OF CONTENTS: Title I: Authorization of Appropriations Title II: Limitations and General Provisions Title III: Commercial Space Launch Act Amendments National Aeronautics and Space Administration Authorization Act, Fiscal Year 1996 - Title I: Authorization of Appropriations - Authorizes FY 1996 appropriations for the National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) for: (1) human space flight; (2) science, aeronautics and technology; (3) mission support; (4) the Inspector General; and (5) the Office of Commercial Space Transportation of the Department of Transportation. Title II: Limitations and General Provisions - Sets forth fund and use limitations including: (1) the Space Station; (2) the experimental program to stimulate competitive research; (3) the Clear Lake Development Facility, Texas; (4) construction; and (5) scientific consultations or extraordinary expenses. (Sec. 203) Directs the Administrator of NASA to make special technology enhancement grants. Sets aside authorization of appropriations for such grants. (Sec. 205) Directs NASA to: (1) convey the Yellow Creek Facility to the State of Mississippi; and (2) initiate and operate a radar satellite program (authorizes appropriations). (Sec. 207) Directs the Administrator to conduct studies of: (1) the Upper Missouri River Basin hydrology; and (2) privatization of the Shuttle. (Sec. 214) Amends the National Aeronautics and Space Act of 1958 to require the annual report to be submitted in May (currently January) and on a fiscal (currently calendar) basis. Authorizes the Administrator to delay for up to five years the public disclosure of certain commercially valuable information developed in the course of NASA activities. (Sec. 215) States that the Congress finds it is appropriate for specified contractor costs under a cooperative agreement to be allowed as independent research and development costs for Federal procurement purposes. Directs the Administration to seek a revision of the Federal Acquisition Regulations to r… | 2025-04-07T15:29:44Z | |
| 104-hr-2043 | 104 | hr | 2043 | National Aeronautics and Space Administration Authorization Act, Fiscal Year 1996 | Science, Technology, Communications | 1995-07-17 | 1995-09-27 | For Further Action See H.R.2405. | House | Rep. Walker, Robert S. [R-PA-16] | PA | R | W000068 | 1 | TABLE OF CONTENTS: Title I: Authorization of Appropriations Subtitle A: Authorizations Subtitle B: Restructuring the National Aeronautics and Space Administration Subtitle C: Limitations and Special Authority Title II: Miscellaneous Provisions National Aeronautics and Space Administration Authorization Act, Fiscal Year 1996 - Title I: Authorization of Appropriations - Subtitle A: Authorizations - Authorizes appropriations for the National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) for: (1) human space flight; (2) science, aeronautics, and technology, including facilities construction; (3) mission support; and (4) the Inspector General. (Sec. 105) Limits the total FY 1996 authorization of appropriations. (Sec. 106) Authorizes additional FY 1996 NASA appropriations for Mission to Planet Earth, subject to certain obligations and expenditure requirements. Subtitle B: Restructuring the National Aeronautics and Space Administration - Directs the Administrator of NASA to contract for an asset-based review of NASA. Prohibits closure of any NASA field centers prior to such review. Subtitle C: Limitations and Special Authority - Sets forth funds uses, limitations, and special authorities, including limitations on transfers to Russia. Title II: Miscellaneous Provisions - Amends Federal law to include reentry vehicles and related launch operations within the scope of commercial space launch activities. (Sec. 202) Authorizes appropriations for the Office of Air and Space Commercialization. (Sec. 203) Requires independent cost analysis of specified NASA projects. (Sec. 204) Authorizes the Administrator to delay for up to five years unrestricted public disclosure of technical data developed by joint NASA-private sector research under specified conditions. (Sec. 205) Directs the Administrator to: (1) establish within the Office of Space Access and Technology a procurement demonstration program; and (2) coordinate a technology procurement initiative. (Sec. 206) … | 2025-04-07T15:30:08Z | |
| 104-hr-1953 | 104 | hr | 1953 | Space Business Incentives Act of 1995 | Science, Technology, Communications | 1995-06-28 | 1995-06-28 | Referred to the House Committee on Ways and Means. | House | Rep. Walker, Robert S. [R-PA-16] | PA | R | W000068 | 7 | Space Business Incentives Act of 1995 - Amends the Internal Revenue Code to allow a deduction for an amount equal to the aggregate amount paid during the taxable year for the purchase of qualified Commercial Space Stock. Excludes gain on the sale or exchange of qualified space corporation stock held for more than five years, with limitations. Provides for the treatment of space launch and launch support facility bonds as exempt facility bonds. Excludes from gross income: (1) income from the commercial sale of any product manufactured in space and returned to Earth; and (2) income from any services performed in space in a commercial space activity. Exempts a product which was manufactured in space and which was launched from and returned to Earth or manufactured at a facility in outer space from all Federal excises, imposts, and duties and any other Federal tariffs. Directs the President to encourage State and local governments to offer tax and other incentives to encourage commercial space activities. | 2025-08-21T20:17:09Z | |
| 104-hr-1870 | 104 | hr | 1870 | American Technology Advancement Act of 1995 | Science, Technology, Communications | 1995-06-16 | 1995-09-27 | For Further Action See H.R.2405. | House | Rep. Morella, Constance A. [R-MD-8] | MD | R | M000941 | 0 | American Technology Advancement Act of 1995 - Authorizes appropriations to the Secretary of Commerce for: (1) the Under Secretary for Technology - Office of Technology Policy (Under Secretary); and (2) the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST). (Sec. 3) Amends the National Institute of Standards and Technology Act to: (1) increase National Institute of Standards and Technology Visiting Committee membership from nine members to 15 members; (2) authorize certain transportation services; and (3) increase the size of the postdoctoral program. (Sec. 4) Amends the Stevenson-Wydler Technology Innovation Act of 1980 to: (1) eliminate the Secretary of Commerce's authority to expand the Malcolm Baldrige National Quality Award categories; and (2) increase the maximum number of annual subcategory awards from two to four. (Sec. 5) Extends indefinitely a specified personnel management demonstration project under the National Bureau of Standards Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 1987. (Sec. 6) Amends the Fastener Quality Act with regard to heat mill certification, commingling, and minor nonconformance. (Sec. 7) Prohibits funds authorized by this Act to be used for lobbying activities. (Sec. 8) Specifies that: (1) this Act is the only authorization for all FY 1996 programs and activities under this Act; and (2) no funds are authorized for programs and activities under this Act after FY 1996 unless they are specifically authorized by future Acts. (Sec. 9) Makes a person who received a Federal noncompetitive nonmerit award after FY 1995 ineligible for financial assistance from the Under Secretary or NIST. (Exempts certain class-based awards.) (Sec. 10) Requires NIST to report to the Congress regarding conformity assessment implementation. (Sec. 11) States that this Act shall not preclude further authorization of appropriations for the Manufacturing Extension Partnerships program. | 2025-04-07T15:30:24Z | |
| 104-hr-1871 | 104 | hr | 1871 | National Institute of Standards and Technology Industrial Technology Services Authorization Act of 1995 | Science, Technology, Communications | 1995-06-16 | 1995-06-16 | Referred to the House Committee on Science. | House | Rep. Morella, Constance A. [R-MD-8] | MD | R | M000941 | 0 | National Institute of Standards and Technology Industrial Technology Services Authorization Act of 1995 - Authorizes appropriations for the National Institute of Standards and Technology Industrial Technology Services (Department of Commerce). | 2025-08-21T20:14:41Z | |
| 104-hr-1852 | 104 | hr | 1852 | National Science Foundation Authorization Act of 1995 | Science, Technology, Communications | 1995-06-15 | 1995-09-27 | For Further Action See H.R.2405. | House | Rep. Schiff, Steven [R-NM-1] | NM | R | S000125 | 1 | TABLE OF CONTENTS: Title I: National Science Foundation Authorization Title II: General Provisions National Science Foundation Authorization Act of 1995 - Title I: National Science Foundation Authorization - Authorizes appropriations to the National Science Foundation (NSF) for FY 1996 and 1997. (Sec. 104) Provides for reprogramming of appropriations. (Sec. 105) States that nothing in this Act shall preclude additional FY 1996 authorization of appropriations for NSF. Title II: General Provisions - Amends the National Science Foundation Act of 1950 to direct NSF to include in its annual report to the President a strategic plan defining its goals, criteria, and procedures. (Sec. 202) Requires NSF to submit to the Congress an annual upgrade and maintenance plan for national research facilities. (Sec. 203) Amends the Academic Research Facilities Modernization Act of 1988 to give research facility grant priority to institutions or consortia that have not received such funds in the preceding five years. (Sec. 204) Makes administrative amendments to the National Science Foundation Act of 1950, the National Science Foundation Authorization Act, 1976, the National Science Foundation Authorization Act of 1988, and the Education for Economic Security Act. (Sec. 206) Requires certain research instrumentation and facilities guidelines to be incorporated in NSF grant notices. (Sec. 207) Subjects NSF temporary employees to the same financial disclosure requirements as apply to permanent employees. (Sec. 208) Requires an institution of higher education receiving NSF funds to grant a military-educational leave of absence to a student on active military duty (other than training). (Sec. 209) Prohibits the use of any funds authorized under this Act from being used for any lobbying activity. (Sec. 210) Renames the Critical Technologies Institute as the Science Studies Institute. (Sec. 211) Requires NSF to consider the impact of a grant on undergraduate and graduate education before its award. (Sec. 212) Authorizes the D… | 2025-04-07T15:28:11Z | |
| 104-hr-1844 | 104 | hr | 1844 | Manufacturing Technology and Extension Act of 1995 | Science, Technology, Communications | 1995-06-14 | 1995-06-23 | Referred to the Subcommittee on Technology. | House | Rep. Olver, John W. [D-MA-1] | MA | D | O000085 | 0 | Manufacturing Technology and Extension Act of 1995 - Amends the Stevenson-Wydler Technology Innovation Act of 1980 to make the Department of Commerce the lead Federal agency in working with U.S. manufacturers and labor, and the States to develop and promote advanced manufacturing and management technologies and practices. Establishes a National Technology Outreach Program which shall include: (1) Manufacturing Outreach Centers; (2) Regional Centers for the Transfer of Manufacturing Technology; (3) the State Technology Extension Program; (4) the Outreach Program Information Network and Clearinghouse; and (5) other technology and manufacturing centers and activities. Authorizes eligible government and private sector entities to apply to the Secretary of Commerce for designation as Manufacturing Outreach Centers. Authorizes related appropriations. Provides for the establishment of an Outreach Program Information Network and Clearinghouse. Directs the Secretary to establish an Advanced Manufacturing Technology Development Program which shall create collaborative multiyear manufacturing design and technology development programs. Includes research and development and technology development testbeds as Program components. Authorizes appropriations. | 2025-08-21T20:14:37Z | |
| 104-hr-1815 | 104 | hr | 1815 | National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration Authorization Act of 1995 | Science, Technology, Communications | 1995-06-13 | 1995-09-29 | Placed on the Union Calendar, Calendar No. 140. | House | Rep. Rohrabacher, Dana [R-CA-45] | CA | R | R000409 | 1 | TABLE OF CONTENTS: Title I: National Ocean Service Title II: NOAA Marine Fishery Programs Title III: Miscellaneous Provisions National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration Authorization Act of 1995 - Title I: National Ocean Service - Authorizes appropriations for the National Ocean and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) for: (1) mapping, charting, and geodesy; (2) observation and assessment; and (3) ocean and Great Lakes research. Authorizes contracts for hydrographic, geodetic, and photogrammetric surveying and mapping services in accordance with specified provisions of the Federal Property and Administrative Services Act of 1949. (Sec. 103) Mandates establishment and maintenance of the National Undersea Research Program and regional National Undersea Research Centers. Authorizes appropriations. Title II: NOAA Marine Fishery Programs - Amends the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration Marine Fisheries Program Authorization Act to authorize appropriations for the National Marine Fisheries Service for: (1) fisheries information collection and analysis; (2) fisheries conservation and management operations; and (3) fisheries State and industry assistance. Authorizes appropriations for NOAA for operation of the Chesapeake Bay Estuarine Resources Office. Title III: Miscellaneous Provisions - Authorizes appropriations for NOAA for: (1) executive direction and administrative activities; (2) acquisition, construction, maintenance, and operation of facilities; and (3) marine services. (Sec. 302) Mandates conveyance to Massachusetts of the National Marine Fisheries Service laboratory in Gloucester. (Sec. 303) Directs the Secretary of Commerce to clean up landfills, wastes, dumps, debris, storage tanks, property, hazardous or unsafe conditions, and contaminants on lands NOAA and its predecessor agencies transferred or is obligated to transfer to local entities or landowners on the Pribilof Islands, Alaska, under the Fur Seal Act of 1966. (Sec. 304) Mandates (unless certain conditions exis… | 2025-04-07T15:29:11Z | |
| 104-hr-1737 | 104 | hr | 1737 | National Spaceport Act | Science, Technology, Communications | 1995-05-25 | 1995-06-08 | Referred to the Subcommittee on Aviation. | House | Rep. Seastrand, Andrea H. [R-CA-22] | CA | R | S000213 | 15 | National Spaceport Act - Establishes in the Department of Transportation a National Spaceport Office to administer a grant program of State-run spaceports. Amends the Internal Revenue Code to provide tax-exempt bond financing for spaceports. Authorizes appropriations. Terminates the Office on October 1, 2000. | 2025-08-21T20:16:09Z | |
| 104-hr-1701 | 104 | hr | 1701 | To cancel the Space Station project. | Science, Technology, Communications | 1995-05-24 | 1995-05-31 | Referred to the Subcommittee on Space and Aeronautics. | House | Rep. Roemer, Tim [D-IN-3] | IN | D | R000385 | 27 | Cancels the Space Station project. Authorizes appropriations for costs associated with carrying out this Act. | 2025-04-07T15:29:27Z | |
| 104-hr-1631 | 104 | hr | 1631 | National Spaceport Act | Science, Technology, Communications | 1995-05-12 | 1995-05-25 | Referred to the Subcommittee on Aviation. | House | Rep. Seastrand, Andrea H. [R-CA-22] | CA | R | S000213 | 18 | National Spaceport Act - Establishes in the Department of Transportation a National Spaceport Office to administer a grant program of State-run spaceports. Amends the Internal Revenue Code to provide tax-exempt bond financing for spaceports. Authorizes appropriations. Terminates the Office on October 1, 2000. | 2025-08-21T20:16:17Z | |
| 104-hr-1601 | 104 | hr | 1601 | International Space Station Authorization Act of 1995 | Science, Technology, Communications | 1995-05-10 | 1995-10-10 | Received in the Senate and read twice and referred to the Committee on Commerce. | House | Rep. Walker, Robert S. [R-PA-16] | PA | R | W000068 | 1 | International Space Station Authorization Act of 1995 - Authorizes appropriations through FY 2002 to the National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) for complete development and initial operations of the International Space Station. Caps appropriations for any one fiscal year. Makes appropriations contingent upon the Administrator of NASA certifying that Space Station budgetary, schedule, and technical commitments will be met. Requires a report to the Congress if such certification cannot be made. Authorizes the Administrator to purchase the Clear Lake Development Facility, containing the Sonny Carter Training Facility, Texas. Provides for coordination of the Space Shuttle program with the Space Station Program Office. States that a priority goal of building the International Space Station is the economic development of Earth orbital space. Requires a related commercialization market study. Expresses the sense of the Congress that the "cost incentive fee" single prime contract for the International Space Station and the consolidation of program management and financial accountability into a single Space Station Program Office should be applied throughout the civil space program. Requires the Administrator to submit to the Congress an annual Space Station report, including accounting of all payments to Russia. | 2025-04-07T15:30:24Z | |
| 104-s-748 | 104 | s | 748 | Federal Research Financing Improvement Act of 1995 | Science, Technology, Communications | 1995-05-03 | 1995-05-03 | Read twice and referred to the Committee on Governmental Affairs. | Senate | Sen. McCain, John [R-AZ] | AZ | R | M000303 | 0 | Federal Research Financing Improvement Act of 1995 - Prohibits the construction of new Federal research facilities to carry out a covered research activity unless the head of the Federal agency with jurisdiction over the new facility enters into a cooperative agreement for such construction and the conduct of such research with appropriate representatives of each beneficiary industry to be served by the activity. Requires the beneficiary industries to pay at least half the cost of construction (individual percentages to be determined according to a formula developed by the appropriate Federal agency head). Requires the agreement to provide for both: (1) sharing among beneficiary industries of intellectual property obtained from covered research activities; and (2) protection of certain intellectual property used by the Federal Government in carrying out the activities. | 2025-08-21T20:14:29Z | |
| 104-hr-1450 | 104 | hr | 1450 | To eliminate certain activities from the functions performed by the National Weather Service, and for other purposes. | Science, Technology, Communications | 1995-04-06 | 1995-04-11 | Referred to the Subcommittee on Energy and Environment. | House | Rep. Roemer, Tim [D-IN-3] | IN | D | R000385 | 6 | Prohibits the National Weather Service from providing any weather services specifically for the marine, aviation, or agricultural communities other than as part of general public weather information. | 2025-04-07T15:27:01Z | |
| 104-hr-1459 | 104 | hr | 1459 | To increase the supply of minority scientists and help meet the research and development needs of the public and private sectors of the United States. | Science, Technology, Communications | 1995-04-06 | 1995-04-12 | Referred to the Subcommittee on Basic Research. | House | Rep. Thompson, Bennie G. [D-MS-2] | MS | D | T000193 | 23 | Authorizes appropriations to the National Science Foundation for the Alliance for the Centers of Excellence in Teaching Preparation (to increase the number of minority scientists). | 2024-02-07T15:21:41Z | |
| 104-s-625 | 104 | s | 625 | Landsat Amendments Act of 1995 | Science, Technology, Communications | 1995-03-27 | 1995-05-15 | Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 106. | Senate | Sen. Pressler, Larry [R-SD] | SD | R | P000513 | 0 | Landsat Amendments Act of 1995 - Amends the Land Remote Sensing Policy Act of 1992 with respect to management and licensing of commercial remote sensing satellites. | 2025-08-21T20:15:17Z | |
| 104-sres-78 | 104 | sres | 78 | A resolution to request the President to issue a proclamation designating February 16, 1995, as "Haleyville, Alabama, Emergency 911 Day", and for other purposes. | Science, Technology, Communications | 1995-02-14 | 1995-02-16 | Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR S2902) | Senate | Sen. Heflin, Howell [D-AL] | AL | D | H000445 | 0 | Requests the President to designate February 16, 1995, as Haleyville, Alabama, Emergency 911 Day. | 2025-04-07T15:23:12Z | |
| 104-s-157 | 104 | s | 157 | Reduction of Federal Spending Through Space Station Termination Act of 1995 | Science, Technology, Communications | 1995-01-05 | 1995-01-05 | Read twice and referred to the Committee on Appropriations. | Senate | Sen. Bumpers, Dale [D-AR] | AR | D | B001057 | 13 | Reduction of Federal Spending Through Space Station Termination Act of 1995 - Prohibits the expenditure of appropriated funds for the Space Station Program. | 2025-08-21T20:14:32Z | |
| 104-hr-258 | 104 | hr | 258 | Launch Services Corporation Act of 1995 | Science, Technology, Communications | 1995-01-04 | 1995-01-12 | Referred to the Subcommittee on Space and Aeronautics. | House | Rep. Hefley, Joel [R-CO-5] | CO | R | H000444 | 0 | Launch Services Corporation Act of 1995 - Authorizes the creation of a non-Federal, for profit Launch Services Corporation to provide space launch services to the Federal Government and other domestic and foreign customers. Ends Federal funding (except for payment of services) for the Corporation after the year 2001. | 2025-08-21T20:14:56Z | |
| 104-hr-388 | 104 | hr | 388 | National Aeronautics and Space Administration Decentralization Act of 1993 | Science, Technology, Communications | 1995-01-04 | 1995-01-17 | Referred to the Subcommittee on Space and Aeronautics. | House | Rep. Traficant, James A., Jr. [D-OH-17] | OH | D | T000350 | 5 | National Aeronautics and Space Administration Decentralization Act of 1993 (sic) - Directs the Administrator of the National Aeronautics and Space Administration to use abandoned and underutilized facilities in depressed communities to meet the Administration's facilities' needs. | 2025-08-21T20:14:08Z | |
| 104-hr-407 | 104 | hr | 407 | To terminate the International Space Station Alpha program. | Science, Technology, Communications | 1995-01-04 | 1995-01-17 | Referred to the Subcommittee on Space and Aeronautics. | House | Rep. Zimmer, Dick [R-NJ-12] | NJ | R | Z000008 | 5 | Terminates the International Space Station Alpha program. | 2025-01-02T17:34:23Z |
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