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The policy framework will be announced at a 2023-12-20 meeting of the National Space Council.

Mentioned as: National Space CouncilNarrative GeneralDec 20, 2023White House releases mission authorization policy framework

The National Space Council's Users’ Advisory Group recommended a presumption of approval and strict review timelines for mission authorization.

Mentioned as: National Space CouncilNarrative GeneralDec 18, 2023An extended mission for authorization

Vice President Kamala Harris requested proposals for mission authorization concepts within 180 days during a National Space Council meeting.

Mentioned as: National Space CouncilNarrative GeneralDec 18, 2023An extended mission for authorization

The National Space Council released a legislative proposal on November 15 outlining its approach to mission authorization.

Mentioned as: National Space CouncilNarrative GeneralDec 18, 2023An extended mission for authorization

The National Space Council’s Users’ Advisory Group subcommittee offered 12 recommendations on mission authorization at its 2023-12-01 meeting, including recommending a single clear agency for industry to work with to minimize confusion and compliance burden.

Mentioned as: National Space CouncilOrg RelationshipDec 14, 2023Senators question White House mission authorization proposal

Sen. Kyrsten Sinema asked the National Space Council to participate in the 2023-12-13 hearing, but the White House did not provide a witness.

Mentioned as: National Space CouncilNarrative GeneralDec 14, 2023Senators question White House mission authorization proposal

The National Space Council released a draft legislative proposal on 2023-11-15 that would give the Departments of Transportation and Commerce authority to authorize and oversee commercial space activities not currently licensed by other agencies.

Mentioned as: National Space CouncilNarrative GeneralNov 15, 2023White House proposal would split mission authorization between Commerce and Transportation

The ORBITS Act would require the Office of Space Commerce, together with the National Space Council and the Federal Communications Commission, to encourage the development of practices for coordinating space traffic to help avoid collisions that create debris.

Mentioned as: National Space CouncilOrg RelationshipNov 5, 2023U.S. Senate passes act to support technologies to clear dangerous orbital debris endangering astronauts and satellites

NASA and National Space Council officials and the Dutch ambassador to the United States attended the Netherlands’ 2023-11-01 Artemis Accords signing event.

Mentioned as: National Space CouncilNarrative GeneralNov 2, 2023Netherlands and Iceland sign Artemis Accords

Katie Wall previously served as Chief of Staff for the White House National Space Council.

Mentioned as: National Space CouncilNarrative GeneralJun 1, 2023True Anomaly Scales its Brand with Expanded US Presence

Vice President Kamala Harris highlighted Earth science cooperation and directed the National Space Council to expand the TEMPO-like monitoring network to include the Southern Hemisphere, specifically Africa and South America.

Mentioned as: National Space CouncilNarrative GeneralApr 26, 2023United States and South Korea agree to enhance space cooperation

The Users’ Advisory Group of the National Space Council met on 2023-02-23 for the first time since the White House announced a new membership roster in December.

Mentioned as: National Space CouncilNarrative GeneralFeb 25, 2023Commercial space a key topic for National Space Council advisory group

Dave Kaufman represents Ball Aerospace on the National Space Council’s User Advisory Group.

Mentioned as: National Space CouncilNarrative GeneralFeb 22, 2023Ball Aerospace President Dr. David A. Kaufman to serve on the NSpC UAG

The National Space Council’s User Advisory Group provides advice and recommendations on matters related to space policy and strategy.

Mentioned as: National Space CouncilNarrative GeneralFeb 22, 2023Ball Aerospace President Dr. David A. Kaufman to serve on the NSpC UAG

The National Space Council within the Executive Office of the President provides advice on the formulation and implementation of space policy and strategy.

Mentioned as: National Space CouncilTechnical ProductFeb 22, 2023Ball Aerospace President Dr. David A. Kaufman to serve on the NSpC UAG

The National Space Council’s reconstituted Users’ Advisory Group (UAG) will meet on 2023-02-23 in Washington.

Mentioned as: National Space CouncilTechnical ProductFeb 11, 2023White House reviewing input on mission authorization concepts

Chirag Parikh, executive secretary of the National Space Council, endorsed integrating commercial capabilities into military plans for space operations during a Feb. 9 speech at the Commercial Space Transportation Conference.

Mentioned as: National Space CouncilNarrative GeneralFeb 10, 2023Loft Orbital creates new subsidiary for government and defense

Lester Lyles was selected for the Users’ Advisory Group chair position at the National Space Council meeting on 2022-09-08 in Houston.

Mentioned as: National Space CouncilNarrative GeneralDec 16, 2022White House revamps membership of National Space Council advisory group

A Presidential directive with support from Congress and the National Space Council directs migration of commercial and civil space situational awareness services to the Commerce Department with initial operations by fiscal year 2024.

Mentioned as: National Space CouncilOrg RelationshipDec 13, 2022U.S. Department of Commerce Awards Contracts for a Trial Project Involving Space Traffic Coordinating

The National Space Council plans to hold learning sessions with industry to develop a new regulatory framework for novel commercial space activities.

Mentioned as: National Space CouncilNarrative GeneralSep 30, 2022National Space Council to seek industry input on future regulatory framework
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