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Overregulation is stifling the commercial space industry. The Launch Communications Act is a good start.

The article from SpaceNews discusses the challenges faced by the commercial space industry due to overregulation, particularly focusing on the need for streamlined regulatory processes to foster growth and innovation. It highlights the introduction of the Launch Communications Act by U.S. Representatives Kevin Kiley and Salud Carbajal, which aims to reduce regulatory burdens on satellite communications for space launches. The Act seeks to clarify and expedite the licensing process for communications between launch vehicles and ground stations, which is currently seen as overly complex and time-consuming. The piece argues that while the Act is a positive step, further legislative and regulatory reforms are necessary to keep pace with the rapidly evolving space sector, ensuring that the U.S. remains competitive globally. It emphasizes the importance of balancing safety and security with the need for efficiency and innovation in space activities.

Read the Full SpaceNews Article at [ https://spacenews.com/overregulation-is-stifling-the-commercial-space-industry-the-launch-communications-act-is-a-good-start/ ]