Bills · S 3672
IN COMMITTEE· 119TH CONGRESS
Senate BillS 3672Science, Technology, Communications
NASA Talent Exchange Program Act
INTRO JAN 15· LAST ACTION JAN 15
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WHAT THE BILL DOES
AI-writtenThis bill matters because it seeks to improve NASA's ability to innovate and operate effectively by fostering a direct exchange of talent and ideas with the private sector. As private companies play an increasingly significant role in space exploration and technology, this program could ensure NASA's workforce remains at the cutting edge and that the agency can effectively collaborate with its industry partners. It could help bridge the gap between government and private industry approaches, leading to more integrated and efficient space projects.
If this bill becomes law, it could accelerate technological advancements, optimize resource utilization, and make NASA more agile in responding to the rapidly evolving space environment. If it does not pass, NASA might miss out on a structured way to directly transfer knowledge and develop its talent, potentially hindering its ability to adapt and lead in future space endeavors.
KEY PROVISIONS
5AI-extractedPROVISION 01
Authorizes NASA to temporarily assign its employees to private companies and accept private company employees to work at NASA.
This establishes a formal mechanism for cross-sector skill and knowledge exchange between government and industry.
PROVISION 02
Requires NASA employees returning from a private sector assignment to serve NASA for twice the assignment's length and prohibits them from misusing confidential information for the private company's benefit.
This ensures loyalty to government service and prevents conflicts of interest or improper use of privileged government information.
PROVISION 03
Specifies that private sector employees assigned to NASA continue to be paid by their original company and are restricted from performing inherently governmental functions.
This clarifies their employment status, prevents blurring lines between government and private roles, and avoids undue private influence on government decisions.
PROVISION 04
Mandates that NASA implement a system to identify, manage, and mitigate any potential conflicts of interest arising from these assignments.
This provision is crucial for maintaining integrity, fairness, and public trust in government-private partnerships.
PROVISION 05
Prohibits private sector entities from charging the federal government for the pay or benefits of their employees assigned to NASA.
This prevents taxpayers from effectively subsidizing private company salaries or incurring additional costs for the exchange program.
SPONSORSHIP
1 + 3
D· New Jersey
YRS IN OFFICE
7
BILLS LED
43
COSPONSOR BREAKDOWNBIPARTISAN · 67%
DEM 1 REP 2 IND 0
ACTION TIMELINE
2 EVENTSJAN 15
Introduced in Senate
JAN 15
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation.
BILL INFO
TypeSenate Bill
NumberS 3672
Congress119th
StatusIn Committee
IntroducedJan 15, 2026
Last actionJan 15, 2026
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IN COMMITTEE· 119TH CONGRESS · COMMERCE, SCIENCE, AND TRANSPORTATION COMMITTEE · INTRODUCED JAN 15, 2026
Senate BillS 3672Science, Technology, Communications
NASA Talent Exchange Program Act
INTRODUCED JAN 15, 2026· LAST ACTION JAN 15, 2026
PASSAGE CHANCES
—%
READING
7 min
COSPONSORS
3
COMPLEXITY
Moderate
