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FEDERALhearing transcript

1978 NASA Authorization Hearings

Original title: 1978 NASA Authorization. Volume II, Part 2: Hearings before the subcommittee on transportation, aviation and weather of the committee on science and technology. U.S. House of Representatives, Ninety-Fifth Congress, First Session on H.R 2221 (Superseded by H.R. 4088).

July 20, 2026

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What this does

The document details the legislative process for determining NASA's federal funding levels and operational priorities for the 1978 fiscal year.

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NASA

The agency's annual budget and operational authority are determined by the legislation discussed in these hearings.

U.S. House of Representatives

Members of the committee are responsible for drafting and approving the authorization bill.

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Summary

This document is a transcript of congressional hearings regarding the 1978 budget for NASA. It covers legislative discussions held by the House Subcommittee on Transportation, Aviation, and Weather concerning proposed funding bills.

Key Facts

  • The hearings concern the authorization of NASA's budget for the 1978 fiscal year.
  • The legislative process involved the transition from H.R. 2221 to H.R. 4088.
  • The hearings were conducted by the Subcommittee on Transportation, Aviation and Weather.
  • The proceedings took place during the Ninety-Fifth Congress, First Session.

Why It Matters

The document details the legislative process for determining NASA's federal funding levels and operational priorities for the 1978 fiscal year.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the purpose of these hearings?
The hearings were held to review and discuss the proposed budget for NASA for the 1978 fiscal year.
What is the relationship between H.R. 2221 and H.R. 4088?
H.R. 4088 is the legislative successor that the initial proposal, H.R. 2221.

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Legislative Replacement

The transition from H.R. 2221 to H.R. 4088 indicates a formal revision of the authorization proposal during the committee process.

Connected Entities

organizationSubcommittee on Transportation, Aviation and WeatherThe specific subcommittee conducting the hearings.Map →
organizationU.S. House Committee on Science and TechnologyThe committee overseeing the hearings.Map →

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