According to lots of press speculation, New Mexico Gov. Bill Richardson is the likely pick by President-elect Obama to be the next Secretary of Commerce. If Richardson gets that post, it could be a plus for private space.
Gov. Richardson was a key mover in establishing Spaceport America in New Mexico, and has stated publicly his support for both private and public space efforts. As Commerce Secretary, he would be in a position to oversee the writing of regulations that will govern the space tourism industry, and other NewSpace efforts. He would also have a say in the modification of ITAR, the regulatory regime that governs the export of sensitive technology. Loosening of the rules governing space technology that can be obtained from other sources in any case could increase U. S. exports in that area.
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