The SPACEPORT Act modifies federal grant programs that help states and local agencies modernize spaceport and space launch infrastructure. The bill expands eligible recipients to include airport authorities and tax-supported organizations, and broadens the types of space transportation needs the projects must address to include civil, national security, and commercial purposes—not just government space needs. It increases the federal funding cap from previous levels to $10 million annually and allows the Secretary of Transportation to fund up to 90 percent of a project's costs, with a national interest waiver available for higher federal contributions. The legislation requires the Secretary of Transportation to consult with defense, NASA, and commerce officials when evaluating projects, and mandates a comprehensive report to Congress within two years assessing space transportation demand, funding options, and international competitiveness, with updates every four years thereafter.
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