America Declares Space Free, Then Sets Moon and Mars Deadlines
Published Date: 11/6/2026
Presidential Document
Summary
The U.S. is boldly claiming space as a place for all humans but leading the way in exploring, settling, and using it with freedom and liberty at the core. Starting now, America will return to the Moon by 2028, build a lasting presence there, and aim to send the first human to Mars, boosting innovation, security, and commercial space growth. This means new missions, jobs, and investments that will shape humanity’s future beyond Earth.
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U.S. will return to Moon by 2028
The proclamation states the United States will return Americans to the Moon by 2028 and will lay the foundation for a permanent American lunar presence. You (space companies, workers, or investors) can expect the federal government to prioritize missions and development tied to that 2028 goal.
Administration backing commercial space growth
The proclamation says the Administration is 'reinvigorating human spaceflight' and 'unleashing a competitive and thriving commercial space industry' through Executive Orders and directives. You (space businesses and entrepreneurs) are being told the federal government is prioritizing policies to support commercial space activity.
U.S. aims to send a human to Mars
The proclamation declares the U.S. will hasten the day when an American becomes the first human to set foot on Mars. You (space-sector organizations and workers) are being told this is a national objective that may shape long-term planning and projects.
Space declared open for American presence
The proclamation states that the solar system and all of outer space beyond Earth are 'open to exploration, development, use, and the establishment of a permanent presence by American citizens' consistent with U.S. law and international obligations. You (American citizens and entities) are being told the Administration supports Americans establishing a presence in space under those legal limits.
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