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FCC votes to exclude space from environmental reviews
Original: FCC votes to exclude space from NEPA reviews
The Federal Communications Commission has voted to exempt space-related activities, such as satellite licensing, from National Environmental Policy Act reviews. The move is intended to speed approvals for the fast-growing satellite industry, but is drawing criticism from environmental advocates who say orbital debris and other impacts should be assessed.
Why now: The decision affects the rapidly expanding satellite industry and its environmental oversight
Federal Communications CommissionNEPAsatellite industry
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