Commercial Space Launch Act

Summary

Expendable Launch Vehicle Commercialization Act - Prohibits persons from launching a space object from the territory of the United States (or, in the case of U.S. nationals, from international waters or air space as well) unless they are properly licensed. Sets criminal penalties for violation of this Act. Directs the Secretary of Commerce to issue such licenses. Sets forth certain conditions of and procedures for licensing. Requires license applicants to obtain liability insurance. Permits the Secretary to suspend or revoke such licenses in specified circumstances.

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• Public Law (PDF)

  Public Law · EN · 31 October 1984

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• Passed Senate amended

  summary · EN · 9 October 1984

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• Reported to Senate with amendment(s)

  summary · EN · 3 October 1984

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• Passed House amended

  summary · EN · 5 June 1984

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• Reported to House with amendment(s)

  summary · EN · 31 May 1984

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• Introduced in House

  summary · EN · 21 September 1983

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