Bill · H.R. 2042· House(119-HR-2042)
Space National Guard Establishment Act of 2025
- Introduced
- 3/11/2025
- Last activity
- 3/11/2025 — Referred to the House Committee on Armed Services.
- Sponsored by
- Jason Crow
- Cosponsors
- - 7 - 11
- Introduced
- In Committee
What this bill would do
This bill, known as the "Space National Guard Establishment Act of 2025," seeks to create the Space National Guard. This new group will function as a space force and serve as the reserve component of the Space Force. The establishment involves transferring specific space operations staff and units from the National Guard Bureau to this new entity. The designated states for this Guard include Alaska, California, Colorado, Florida, Hawaii, New York, and Ohio. The Act also outlines the transfer of leadership roles and provides instructions for implementation and congressional oversight.
Yes· 3 of 4
Does this put more into space exploration?+5
The creation of a dedicated space military component supports the development of space-related operations and technology.
Does this better protect the country from computer attacks?+5
The establishment of a space-focused National Guard likely enhances national space security and defense capabilities.
Does this give the federal government more power?+3
The bill increases federal oversight and establishment of a new military component within specific states.
The opposite
No question was scored the opposite.
Who it would affect, and how
Potential Positive Impacts for People
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Creation of a New Specialized Force: The bill establishes a Space National Guard which is a space force that is trained, organized, and federally recognized (Section 2(a)(1)).
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Congressional Oversight: To ensure transparency, the Secretary of the Air Force, the Chief of the Space Force, and the Chief of the National Guard Bureau must provide briefings to congressional defense committees every year for five years regarding missions, personnel, and budget status (Section 4(b)).
Potential Negative Impacts for People
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Personnel Limitations: There is a prohibition on adding any personnel to the Space National Guard other than those specifically provided for in the transfer of existing staff and units (Section 2(b)(3)(A)).
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No Additional State Staff: No State shall receive any additional personnel, such as general officers or staff, to help run the administration and operation of the Space National Guard (Section 2(b)(3)(C)).
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Construction Restrictions: There is a prohibition on constructing or modifying any new facilities, infrastructure, or installations to accommodate the Space National Guard (Section 3(b)).
Groups and Interests Ranking
Every group the model scored this bill for, from -10 to +10. Hover a score for the reason it gave.
- Governance And Ideology
- Improves Government Transparency+3Increases Federal Power+3
- Education And Technology
- Increases Space Exploration+5
- National Security And Foreign Policy
- Improves Cybersecurity Defense+5
- 10/28/2025
- 1 Cosponsor added.
- 9/16/2025
- 1 Cosponsor added.
- 7/2/2025
- 4 Cosponsors added.
- 6/4/2025
- 2 Cosponsors added.
- 5/29/2025
- 1 Cosponsor added.
- 5/21/2025
- 2 Cosponsors added.
- 5/8/2025
- 2 Cosponsors added.
- 3/27/2025
- 2 Cosponsors added.
- 3/26/2025
- 2 Cosponsors added.
- 3/11/2025
- Referred to the House Committee on Armed Services.
- 1 Cosponsor added.
- Introduced in House
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