NASA Administrator
Executive orders directing the NASA Administrator · 3 in Reagan · 12 all terms.
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National Microgravity Research Board
This executive order establishes the National Microgravity Research Board, chaired by the NASA Administrator with members from multiple cabinet departments and agencies, to coordinate and stimulate microgravity research across government, academia, and industry. The Board is tasked with developing policy recommendations, advising on research priorities, and promoting commercial applications of microgravity science, with automatic termination after 5 years unless extended.
Facilitating access to science and technology
This executive order directs federal agencies to accelerate technology transfer from government laboratories to universities and private industry, particularly small businesses. It establishes cooperative research agreements, royalty-sharing for inventors, a Technology Share Program for consortia, scientist exchange programs, and international technology cooperation guidelines, while requiring reports on progress within one year.
Commercial expendable launch vehicle activities
This executive order designates the Department of Transportation as the lead federal agency for promoting commercial expendable launch vehicle (ELV) operations by private U.S. companies. It establishes an interagency group to coordinate efforts and directs all federal agencies to streamline regulations and expedite licensing for private space launches.