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Read. Follow. Verify.1973 NASA Authorization Hearings
Record date · July 14, 2026
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What This Bill Does
This document is a transcript of congressional hearings regarding the 1973 NASA bill. It details the legislative process for funding the space agency, specifically tracking the transition from H.R. 12824 to the replacement bill, H.R. 14070.
These hearings established the federal funding levels and policy priorities for NASA for the 1973 fiscal year, directly impacting the scope of space exploration and aeronautics research programs.
Who It Affects
Groups the bill's text affects, as described in the record. Being affected is not a position for or against it.
NASA
The agency's annual budget and operational authorities are determined by the final passage of the authorization bill.
Committee on Science and Astronautics
The committee members are responsible for drafting and refining the legislation governing NASA's activities.
Key Facts
- The Committee on Science and Astronautics held hearings for the 1973 NASA authorization.
- H.R. 12824 was the original bill introduced for the 1973 NASA authorization.
- H.R. 14070 was introduced to supersede H.R. 12824.
- The hearings took place during the second session of the Ninety-second Congress.
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Legislative Replacement
The transition from H.R. 12824 to H.R. 14070 indicates a formal revision of the authorization package during the committee stage.
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