National Aeronautics Research and Development
Directs Federal Government to Coordinate Aeronautics Research and Development
What it does
Agencies must follow a government-wide plan for aeronautics research prepared, reviewed, and overseen by the Director of the Office of Science and Technology Policy.
Real-world impact
- Creates a national aeronautics R&D and infrastructure plan to guide federal programs.
- Requires agencies to share information with outside experts and improve technology transition.
- Establishes reporting and biennial updates to the President on plan implementation.
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Summary
This order makes it a national policy to support and guide aeronautics research and development across the federal government. It directs the Office of Science and Technology Policy to review federal aeronautics funding and activities, work with other levels of government and outside organizations, and prepare a national R&D and infrastructure plan within one year.
Federal agencies conducting aeronautics research must share information with outside experts, improve how research results move into real-world use, support workforce development, and report progress to the President.
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