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Ensuring American Space Superiority

AI Summary: This regulation is an Executive Order establishing a comprehensive space policy for the United States with four main priorities. The policy aims to lead global space exploration by returning Americans to the Moon by 2028, establishing a lunar outpost by 2030, and preparing for Mars exploration. It focuses on securing national and economic security interests in space by developing advanced missile defense technologies and creating a responsive national security space architecture. The order also seeks to grow a commercial space economy by attracting at least $50 billion in investment by 2028 and supporting private sector space initiatives. Additionally, the policy emphasizes developing advanced capabilities like space nuclear power, improving space research and development, and establishing infrastructure and standards to enable future space achievements. The order requires various government agencies to develop implementation plans within specified timeframes, including NASA, the Department of Commerce, and national security agencies, and it supersedes previous space-related executive orders and directives.