Bill · H.R. 477· House(119-HR-477)

MACH Act

Age: 47 years

California

Introduced: 1/16/2025
Last activity: 1/16/2025 — Referred to the House Committee on Science, Space, and Technology.
Sponsored by: Vince Fong
Cosponsors: - 6 - 6

Science, Technology, Communications

Introduced
In Committee

What this bill would do

This bill, known as the "Making Advancements in Commercial Hypersonics Act" or the "MACH Act," aims to advance scientific research and technology development for hypersonic vehicles. It allows the NASA Administrator to establish the Making Advancements in Commercial Hypersonics Program. This program is intended to facilitate testing opportunities for high-speed aircraft and other related technologies. The Administrator is required to develop a strategic plan that aligns with existing hypersonic research roadmaps. Additionally, the bill mandates coordination with other mission directorates and consultation with the Secretary of Defense and the FAA.

Yes· 3 of 8

Does this put more money into scientific research?+4
The bill establishes a new program through NASA specifically to advance scientific research and technology development in hypersonics.
Is this likely to create jobs?+3
The program aims to facilitate testing for high-speed aircraft technologies, which supports the commercial aerospace industry.
Would business owners be better off under this?+3
The program creates opportunities for commercial entities involved in high-speed aircraft development to test their technologies.