Mr. NELSON of Florida (for himself and Mr. RUBIO) introduced the following bill; which was read twice and referred to the Committee on Small Business and EntrepreneurshipCommentsClose CommentsPermalink
(1) The termination of the space shuttle program has resulted in significant economic hardship for the region surrounding the Kennedy Space Center.CommentsClose CommentsPermalink
(2) The highly skilled space shuttle workforce in Brevard County, Florida, is a unique asset of the United States, the retention of which will facilitate advancements in science and technology.CommentsClose CommentsPermalink
(3) The technical capabilities, dedication, and perseverance of the space shuttle workforce will enhance the technological competitiveness of the United States by cultivating and developing the small business community within Brevard County, Florida.CommentsClose CommentsPermalink
(4) It is in the national interest to remain globally competitive in the fields of science and technology.CommentsClose CommentsPermalink
SEC. 3. BREVARD COUNTY, FLORIDA.
For purposes of the Small Business Act (15 U.S.C. 631 et seq.), Brevard County, Florida, shall be a HUBZone, as defined in section 3(p) of the Small Business Act (15 U.S.C. 632(p)), until not earlier than January 1, 2020.CommentsClose CommentsPermalink
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U.S. Congress - Text of S.2157 as Introduced in Senate Shuttle Workforce Revitalization Act of 2012
