NASA Asks Public to Help Improve Free Software Catalog
Published Date: 7/17/2026
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Summary
NASA is updating its Software Catalog, which lets government groups, companies, schools, and people request cool NASA software. They’re making the process easier and asking for feedback by August 17, 2026. This update helps NASA share its tech widely while keeping paperwork light and smooth.
Analyzed Economic Effects
2 provisions identified: 1 benefits, 1 costs, 0 mixed.
Streamlined NASA Software Requests
You (government groups, companies, schools, or individuals) can request NASA-developed software through a streamlined, qualification-based electronic process. NASA estimates 7,000 annual responses, expects each response to take about 1 hour, and estimates a total annual burden of 7,000 hours; comments on this collection are due by August 17, 2026.
Must Provide Intended Use Information
If you request NASA software, you must submit the intended use of the software as part of the request form. This requirement applies to government entities, companies, academic institutions, and individuals who seek to obtain NASA software.
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