By Marina Malenic U.S. satellite manufacturers are suffering from government restrictions on space-related commerce, according to a new report on U.S. satellite programs released this week by the House intelligence committee. The report finds that current statutes and regulations--particularly the International Traffic in Arms Regulation (ITAR)--"drastically hinder the space industry." ITAR regulations restrict sharing of defense technologies and data with non-U.S. persons unless the State Department provides a special exemption. U.S. companies can be subject to hefty fines if the…
Congressman Calls For Satellite Acquisition Overhaul, Looser Export Controls
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