§ 70907. Maintaining use through at least 2024

• (a) The Administrator shall take all necessary steps to ensure that the International Space Station remains a viable and productive facility capable of potential United States utilization through at least September 30, 2024 .
• (b) In furtherance of the policy under subsection (a), the Administrator shall ensure, to the extent practicable, that the International Space Station, as a designated national laboratory—
  • (1) remains viable as an element of overall exploration and partnership strategies and approaches;
  • (2) is considered for use by all NASA mission directorates, as appropriate, for technically appropriate scientific data gathering or technology risk reduction demonstrations; and
  • (3) remains an effective, functional vehicle providing research and test bed capabilities for the United States through at least September 30, 2024 .