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Ted Cruz Wants a Real Space Shuttle in Houston, Not a Fake One.

  • Published In: Bloomberg.com, 2025. P. N.PAG 1 of 3

  • Database: Business Source Ultimate 2 of 3

  • Authored By: Grush, Loren 3 of 3

Abstract

The article discusses Texas senators Ted Cruz and John Cornyn's efforts to relocate a retired NASA space shuttle, specifically targeting the Space Shuttle Discovery, to Houston. A provision in the recently signed One Big Beautiful Bill Act allocates $85 million for a "space vehicle transfer," which the senators argue addresses a perceived oversight when retired shuttles were distributed to other cities. However, logistical challenges and high costs associated with the transfer, including potential damage during transport, raise concerns among experts. The Smithsonian Institution, which currently owns Discovery, has not committed to the transfer, complicating the senators' initiative. [Extracted from the article]

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  • Source:Bloomberg.com. 2025/08, pN.PAG
  • Document Type:Article
  • Subject Area:History
  • Publication Date:2025
  • Accession Number:187550861
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