What Happened
Updated Directive Aims To Expand Launch Capacity And Streamline Regulation
The Satellite Industry Association (SIA) has endorsed the White House’s updated National Security Presidential Memorandum on National Space Transportation Policy. The policy aims to expand launch capacity, modernize national airspace integration, and streamline regulatory processes for commercial space access. According to Tom Stroup, president of the SIA, the policy recognizes access to space as a national economic and security priority. The announcement was first reported by SatNews.