COMETS Act

The COMETS Act allows NASA to enter agreements with private companies and state governments to provide them with supplies, support, and services related to their space activities at NASA-owned or operated facilities. It also permits NASA to include such supplies or services in its own procurement requirements, provided the Administrator confirms it benefits the government, doesn’t interfere with NASA’s operations, and avoids competing with other commercial space activities. Before committing to any agreement, NASA must secure full payment from the requesting entity or state government upfront. This bill directly affects NASA, commercial space entities, and state governments operating at NASA sites by streamlining collaborative arrangements for space-related services.