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Space Launch Authorities

Clayton, Daniel J.; Fulton, John; Truyol, Sabine O.; Slavin, Dalia E.; Corro, Janna L.; Knight, Jessica

This report identifies current best understanding of federal agencies that are responsible for the safe transportation and handling of nuclear materials during various phases of space launch activities and how they interact. It explores the following questions: (1) Which federal agencies have roles, responsibilities, and statutory authorities related to the launch, orbit, and reentry of nuclear materials and components? (2) What relevant current/recent activities are those federal agencies involved in?