What does DEFINITIONS. of NASA Reauthorization Act of 2026 do?

This section defines terms used in the Act Definitions include Administrator, commercial provider, and space-related terms Terms are defined for clarity and consistency throughout the Act

What does COMMERCIAL SATELLITE DATA. of NASA Reauthorization Act of 2026 do?

This section establishes the Commercial Satellite Data Acquisition Program within NASA's Earth Science Division. The program aims to acquire and disseminate cost-effective commercial Earth remote sensing data and imagery. The program will satisfy scientific, operational, and educational requirements of NASA and other Federal agencies. Data publication and transparency are ensured, allowing for the publication of commercial data or imagery for scientific purposes. The Administrator may procure commercial Earth remote sensing data and imagery from vendors, prioritizing United States vendors. The Administrator must submit reports to Congress regarding agreements, vendors, license terms, and uses of commercial Earth remote sensing data and imagery.

What does PLANETARY DEFENSE. of NASA Reauthorization Act of 2026 do?

This section amends existing legislation related to planetary defense. It modifies Section 808 of the National Aeronautics and Space Administration Authorization Act of 2010 to require maintaining and regularly updating the implementation of policies. Title 51 of the United States Code is amended to update policy on near-Earth objects and require coordination with the Administrator for maintenance and updates. The legislation establishes a 'Planetary Defense Coordination Office' within the Planetary Science Division of the Science Mission Directorate. The Planetary Defense Coordination Office is tasked with surveying threats from near-Earth objects greater than 140 meters in diameter. The office is also responsible for identifying, tracking, and characterizing potentially hazardous near-Earth objects, issuing warnings, and investigating mitigation strategies. Finally, the office will assist in coordinating government planning for a response to a potential impact.

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NASA Reauthorization Act of 2026

Last updated: 2/4/2026 · Introduced: 1/30/2026

Author: Brian Babin (R-TX)

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119th Congressin committeeHR. 6638(In Committee)Official page

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