VoterlyH.R. 1159: United States and Israel Space Cooperation Act
115th Congress · Sponsored from Washington · In committee
What this bill does
United States and Israel Space Cooperation Act (Sec. 3) This bill directs the National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) to continue to work with the Israel Space Agency in identifying and cooperatively pursuing peaceful space exploration and science initiatives in areas of mutual interest, taking all appropriate measures to protect sensitive information, intellectual property, trade secrets, and economic interests of the United States.
Key facts
- Status In committee
- Introduced 2017-02-16
- Policy area Science, Technology, Communications
- Cosponsors 37
- Latest action Received in the Senate and Read twice and referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations.
Sponsor
Who funds the sponsor?
Rep. Kilmer, Derek [D-WA-6] introduced H.R. 1159. On Voterly you can see their top campaign donors from public Federal Election Commission records — individuals, PACs, and industry groups (follow the money) — and compare that with how they vote.
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Frequently asked questions
What does H.R. 1159 do?
United States and Israel Space Cooperation Act (Sec. 3) This bill directs the National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) to continue to work with the Israel Space Agency in identifying and cooperatively pursuing peaceful space exploration and science initiatives in area…
Who sponsored H.R. 1159?
Rep. Kilmer, Derek [D-WA-6] (D) of Washington is the lead sponsor.
How do I find out who funds or lobbies for H.R. 1159?
Campaign-finance records (Federal Election Commission) show who funds the bill's sponsor. Separately, federal lobbying disclosures filed under the Lobbying Disclosure Act list the companies and lobbyists who reported lobbying on specific bills. Voterly links the sponsor's donors; lobbying records are public at the U.S. Senate and House lobbying databases.
Is H.R. 1159 now law?
Not yet. The current status is "In committee." See the latest action above for details.