The Trump administration is evaluating the possibility of permitting space launches and re-entry operations off the U.S. coasts. This consideration was announced in a notice published by the Bureau of Ocean Energy Management (BOEM) on July 7, 2026. The Outer Continental Shelf, which includes submerged lands, is being considered for these offshore space activities.
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Trump Administration Considers Offshore Space Launches
The Trump administration is exploring the option of allowing space launches and re-entry from U.S. coasts. The Bureau of Ocean Energy Management published a notice on July 7, 2026, regarding the potential use of the Outer Continental Shelf for these activities.
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