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Ferguson Initiative Aims to Propel State to New Heights in Space Industry
Washington Gov. Bob Ferguson has launched the 23-person Washington Space Council to boost the state’s commercial space industry. The council, which includes representatives from Blue Origin, SpaceX, and other industry leaders, aims to come up with bold ideas to propel Washington’s space industry to new heights. With over 90 space companies in the state generating $4.6 billion in annual economic activity, the council will assess workforce development and research needs, as well as identify barriers and opportunities for growth. The initiative was announced at the Museum of Flight in Seattle, as reported by the Washington State Standard.