Reviving the National Space Council

What it means

Revives the National Space Council, chaired by the Vice President, to coordinate U.S. space policy across government agencies. The council includes cabinet secretaries, military leaders, and space officials who will develop recommendations on national space strategy and foster cooperation between civil, military, and commercial space sectors.

Expected impact

• Improved coordination of America's space activities across government departments and the private sector
• More cohesive national space policy with clearer strategic goals
• Enhanced ability to address emerging space challenges and opportunities through regular policy reviews
• Gives the Vice President a prominent leadership role in shaping space policy
• Creates a formal channel for commercial space companies to provide input through the Users' Advisory Group