Regulators and officials emphasized the urgent need to modernize U.S. space law to match the pace of innovation in the sector. At the Space Symposium, experts from agencies like the FAA, NOAA, and FCC highlighted the relevance of Article Six of the 1967 Outer Space Treaty. They stressed that current overlapping and fragmented regulations hinder efficient oversight and growth. The U.S. government is being urged to create a more unified legal framework for space activity. Balancing national responsibility with industry flexibility remains a key challenge moving forward.
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