United States Department of Commerce: Space Traffic Management

The National Academy of Public Administration (the Academy), pursuant to directives set forth in the Consolidated Appropriations Act 2020, has contracted with the National Oceanic and Atmosphere Administration to conduct an assessment of the Office of Space Commerce. The Academy is charged with five main tasks:

1. To conduct an assessment of which department or agency, and entity within that department or agency, is best suited for responsibility for space traffic management.
2. To define any statutory, regulatory, or licensing authorities necessary to facilitate such a transfer.
3. To describe the funding implications of a transfer, including infrastructure and personnel costs.
4. To consult with appropriate officials from across the federal government, as well as industry figures, and other key stakeholders.
5. To account for data integrity, information technology, and national security considerations incumbent upon a transfer.