New council aims to unify subnational space efforts
On July 15, 2026, the Commercial Space Federation (CSF) announced in Washington, D.C. the creation of a dedicated council focused on state and local engagement. The CSF describes itself as the primary trade association for the commercial space sector in the United States.
The newly formed State and Local Council is intended to bring greater coherence to the space-related activities of individual states. By aligning these efforts, the organization seeks to reinforce the country's broader industrial base in the space domain.
- Launch of a council at state and local government level
- Coordination of state plans on national space capacity
- Support for the U.S. commercial space industrial base
Through this initiative, the CSF expects state and municipal policymakers to act more consistently with national objectives. The move is designed to help maintain the long-term competitiveness of the American commercial space industry.