To require a report on merits and options for establishing an institute relating to space resources, and for other purposes.

Sponsor: Valerie P. Foushee (Democratic-NC)December 11, 2025

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Referred to the House Committee on Science, Space, and Technology.

Government would study how to use space resources and if a new institute is needed.

Currently, no government report is required on setting up a space resources institute. This bill would require NASA and the Department of Commerce to write a report within 180 days of it becoming law. This report would explore the benefits and options for creating an institute focused on using resources from space, aiming to keep the U.S. a leader in space.

What Would Change

Currently, there is no requirement for NASA and the Department of Commerce to study creating an institute focused on space resources. If this bill becomes law, these agencies would be required to jointly submit a report within 180 days, detailing the benefits and options for establishing such an institute to advance U.S. leadership in space.

Key Provisions

Requires NASA and the Department of Commerce to write a joint report on creating a space resources institute.
Mandates the report to include how an institute would help find, develop, and use space resources responsibly.
Requires the report to assess if a virtual or physical institute would be best and if partnerships with colleges and industries would be effective.

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HR 6638 · 119th Congress · December 11, 2025 · AI Summary by gemini-2.5-flash · 8/10

To require a report on merits and options for establishing an institute relating to space resources, and for other purposes.

What Would Change

Key Provisions

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