The National Space Council
Headline: Establishes National Space Council to Coordinate Federal Space Policy
What it does: Agencies that conduct space activities must align those activities with the President's national space policy and cooperate with the Council's coordination.
- Council will meet at least annually to advise the President on space policy.
- Creates a Users' Advisory Group of non‑Federal space industry representatives.
- Agencies must provide information, personnel, and resources to support Council requests.
Summary
This order establishes the National Space Council, defines its membership, and sets its duties to advise and assist the President on national space policy and strategy.
It requires federal agencies that conduct space activities to follow the President's space policy, provide information and resources to the Council, and cooperate in coordination efforts. The Council will meet at least annually and create a Users' Advisory Group of non‑Federal space industry representatives who may advise the Council without pay.
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