Washington state launches space industry council
Washington Governor Bob Ferguson has created a 23-member public-private Space Council aiming to boost the state’s standing in the US space industry. The council brings together leaders from local space-focused companies, state officials, and educators. Their goal: identify barriers, recommend industry-friendly policies, and explore options like setting up commercial rocket launch sites in-state. Washington already claims over 90 space companies and $4 billion in annual space sector revenue.
- Council includes business, government, and education leaders
- Washington home to more than 90 space companies
- Council will suggest workforce and infrastructure strategies
- Discussion includes commercial space launch potential in-state
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