Rep. Haridopolos and Senator Moody Introduce Space Ready 2.0 Act

Washington, D.C. — Today, U.S. Congressman Mike Haridopolos (FL-08), Chairman of the Subcommittee on Space and Aeronautics, and Senator Ashley Moody (R-FL) introduced the Space Ready 2.0 Act to modernize the roads, utilities, and other critical infrastructure that support NASA's missions and America's growing space industry. 

As America's commercial space industry continues to grow at a record pace, NASA's aging infrastructure must keep up with increasing demand. The Space Ready 2.0 Act allows NASA to work with private companies to improve the infrastructure that supports launches while protecting taxpayer dollars through transparency and accountability.

“We can't be number one on Earth if we're number two in space,” said Congressman Haridopolos. “The Space Coast has always been at the heart of America's space program. As more missions launch from Florida, we must ensure NASA has the infrastructure needed to support the next generation of exploration and keep America leading the world in space.”

“Florida is leading America’s next great chapter of space exploration, but if we want to remain the world’s leader in space, our infrastructure must keep pace with the incredible growth we’re seeing on the Space Coast,” said Senator Moody. “The Space Ready 2.0 Act is a commonsense solution that empowers NASA and its commercial partners to modernize aging facilities without creating new spending programs, ensuring we remain competitive and mission ready. I’ll continue fighting to strengthen our nation’s space capabilities and keep the Sunshine State the launchpad for American innovation and exploration.” 

The Space Ready 2.0 Act would: 

• Launch a pilot program allowing NASA to partner with public and private entities to improve shared infrastructure at NASA centers.

• Modernize critical infrastructure, including roads, utilities, pipelines, and other shared facilities, to support growing government and commercial space operations.
• Increase transparency through cost estimates, project timelines, annual reports to Congress, and clear cost-sharing agreements.
• Protect taxpayers by ensuring participation is voluntary and requiring unused private contributions to be refunded or redirected to eligible projects.
• Provide accountability by establishing congressional oversight and sunsetting the pilot program's contribution authority on December 31, 2031.

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