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ORBITS Act of 2025

Plain-English overview

What this bill does

Require federal agencies to advance orbital debris remediation and update space sustainability practices for safer space operations

Key points
  • Establish NASA demonstration project
  • Require debris remediation list
  • Authorize debris removal contracts
  • Direct updated debris mitigation standards
Current status

Where it stands

Status
Introduced
Latest action
2026-06-18 — Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 440.
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