U.S. Opposes Restrictions on Use of Space

25 October 2006

U.S. Opposes Restrictions on Use of Space
Policy acknowledges new technology, importance of space to international commerce

By Cheryl Pellerin
Washington File Staff Writer


Astronaut Heidemarie M. Stefanyshyn-Piper participates in a spacewalk. (© AP Images)

Washington -- Freedom of action in space is the centerpiece of a new U.S. National Space Policy, the first update in nearly 10 years, that accounts for technology advances and the growing importance of space to international commerce, science, peace and security.

New elements include using space support for homeland security, emphasizing and strengthening interagency partnerships, and renewing the emphasis on the value of mission success in the U.S. government’s space acquisition programs.

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