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House Science Committee advances ASTRO Act to streamline postflight transport for astronauts
Summary
The House Committee on Science, Space, and Technology voted to favorably report HR 2984, the ASTRO Act, which would clarify administrative authority to transport returning astronauts for medical evaluations. The bill passed the committee by voice vote and was ordered favorably reported to the House.
The House Committee on Science, Space, and Technology voted to favorably report HR 2984, the Astronaut Safe Temporary Return Options Act (ASTRO Act), a measure that would remove procedural obstacles to transporting astronauts returning from space to the Johnson Space Center for postflight medical evaluations.
Supporters said the bill is designed to protect astronaut health and…
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