To establish a demonstration program for the active remediation of orbital debris and to require the development of uniform orbital debris standard practices in order to support a safe and sustainable orbital environment, and for other purposes.
Sponsors
Legislative Progress
Passed SenateMr. Hickenlooper (for himself, Ms. Lummis, Ms. Cantwell, Mr. Wicker, …
Mr. Hickenlooper (for himself, Ms. Lummis, Ms. Cantwell, Mr. Wicker, …
Mr. Hickenlooper (for himself, Ms. Lummis, Ms. Cantwell, Mr. Wicker, …
Mr. Hickenlooper (for himself, Ms. Lummis, Ms. Cantwell, Mr. Wicker, …
Mr. Hickenlooper (for himself, Ms. Lummis, Ms. Cantwell, Mr. Wicker, …
Mr. Hickenlooper (for himself, Ms. Lummis, Ms. Cantwell, Mr. Wicker, …
Mr. Hickenlooper (for himself, Ms. Lummis, Ms. Cantwell, Mr. Wicker, …
Mr. Hickenlooper (for himself, Ms. Lummis, Ms. Cantwell, Mr. Wicker, …
Mr. Hickenlooper (for himself, Ms. Lummis, Ms. Cantwell, Mr. Wicker, …
Mr. Hickenlooper (for himself, Ms. Lummis, Ms. Cantwell, Mr. Wicker, …
Summary
What This Bill Does
This bill creates a demonstration program for actively removing orbital debris from space and requires development of uniform debris mitigation standards. It addresses the growing threat of space debris to satellites and space operations.
Who Benefits and How
Space operators benefit from reduced collision risk and clearer standards. National security improves through protected space assets. Commercial space gains regulatory certainty.
Who Bears the Burden and How
NASA must develop and execute active debris remediation demonstrations. Agencies must develop uniform standards.
Key Provisions
- NASA demonstration program for active debris remediation
- Requires removal of U.S. government-generated debris
- Mandates uniform orbital debris standard practices
- Encourages international cooperation on debris mitigation
- Promotes best practices for satellite operators
Evidence Chain:
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Primary Purpose
Establishes a NASA demonstration program for active orbital debris remediation and requires development of uniform orbital debris standards to ensure sustainable space operations.
Policy Domains
Legislative Strategy
"Address growing orbital debris threat through demonstration programs and standards"
Bill Structure & Actor Mappings
Who is "The Secretary" in each section?
- "the_administrator"
- → Administrator of NASA
Key Definitions
Terms defined in this bill
The deliberate process of facilitating the de-orbit, repurposing, or other disposal of orbital debris using an object or technique external or internal to the debris; does not include passive means
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