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ORBITS Act of 2025

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The ORBITS Act of 2025 establishes a federal demonstration program to develop and test technologies for actively removing orbital debris from Earth's orbit. The bill requires the Secretary of Commerce to publish a prioritized list of debris targets within 90 days, and directs NASA to establish a competitive awards program for eligible entities (commercial companies, universities, and nonprofits) to research and demonstrate debris remediation technologies. The legislation also mandates development of uniform orbital debris standard practices and encourages international cooperation on debris mitigation.

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Bill details

Congress
119
Bill type
s
Introduced
May 22, 2025
Sponsor
John HickenlooperDCO
Cosponsors
3
Last action
June 18, 2026— Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 440.

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