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U.S. Space Academy competition expands to include FL and AZ

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2026-09-28 21:33 UTC → 2026-10-10 22:08 UTC · added removed

U.S. Space Academy competition expands to include Ohio FL and AZ

President Trump has officially established the U.S. Space Academy via executive order to support NASA, the U.S. Space Force, and the commercial space industry. The academy is intended to provide technical and leadership training for astronauts, engineers, scientists, and military personnel to bolster American competitiveness in space. The academy aims to provide tuition-free, four-year degrees. Unlike traditional military academies, degrees for technical and leadership training, with graduates would not be required to perform active-duty military service; instead, they may fulfill their fulfilling obligations by working as NASA employees or in other through government civilian roles. roles rather than mandatory active-duty service. A Presidential Commission on the United States Space Academy, Commission, chaired by Jared Isaacman, is tasked with submitting a report reporting on governance and curriculum by Christmas. NASA has issued a Request Competition for Information (RFI) to identify the host site is intensifying as states interested in hosting and sponsoring respond to NASA’s Request for Information. Florida lawmakers are advancing the academy. State governors or their designees must submit proposals STARS Act through House companion legislation filed by October 26, 2026, detailing Representatives Byron Donalds and Mike Haridopolos, following a Senate introduction by Senator Ashley Moody. This proposal seeks to utilize the state’s Space Coast infrastructure, community resources, including Patrick Space Force Base and potential partnerships. Competition for Space Launch Delta 45, to train future U.S. Space Force officers. Arizona has also entered the host site is intensifying. Nevada competition, with Governor Katie Hobbs forming a statewide steering committee. This coalition includes experts from the University of Arizona, the Arizona Space Commission, and former NASA and Air Force leaders. The state intends to leverage its existing research capabilities and aerospace industry to position itself as a host. Other active contenders include Nevada, which is advocating for its federal land and the Nevada National Security Site; Louisiana is lobbying with Louisiana, promoting its aerospace corridor; and Indiana is Indiana, pushing for Grissom Air Reserve Base. Florida has also entered the competition through legislative efforts. Ohio has now joined the campaign, with Senator Bernie Moreno leading a statewide initiative Base; and Ohio, which is campaigning via a steering group led by Governor Mike DeWine assembling a steering group. Proponents suggest Wright-Patterson Air Force Base and the NASA Glenn Research Center as primary components of a potential site. NASA Administrator Jared Isaacman has indicated that Ohio represents a ‘good shot’ for the academy, noting the region’s strong interest in spaceflight and established technical networks. Senator Bernie Moreno.

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  1. 2026-10-10 22:08 UTC U.S. Space Academy competition expands to include FL and AZ
  2. 2026-09-28 21:33 UTC U.S. Space Academy competition expands to include Ohio
  3. 2026-09-28 20:53 UTC U.S. Space Academy established; FL, NV, LA, and IN in
  4. 2026-09-28 15:23 UTC U.S. Space Academy established; Nevada, Louisiana, and IN in
  5. 2026-09-24 04:51 UTC U.S. Space Academy established; Nevada and Louisiana bid for
  6. 2026-09-18 04:18 UTC U.S. Space Academy established; Nevada bids for host site
  7. 2026-09-16 13:11 UTC U.S. Space Academy established; NASA seeks host states
  8. 2026-09-10 21:31 UTC U.S. Space Academy established; NASA seeks host states
  9. 2026-09-04 22:06 UTC U.S. Space Academy established; Space Force commissions new
  10. 2026-09-02 18:44 UTC U.S. Space Academy established; Space Force commissions new
  11. 2026-09-01 07:38 UTC Artemis II crew honored; U.S. Space Academy announced
  12. 2026-08-31 17:37 UTC Artemis II crew honored; U.S. Space Academy announced
  13. 2026-08-29 00:36 UTC Artemis II crew honored; U.S. Space Academy announced
  14. 2026-08-28 22:55 UTC Artemis II crew honored; U.S. Space Academy announced
  15. 2026-08-28 21:24 UTC Artemis II crew honored; U.S. Space Academy announced
  16. 2026-08-28 20:40 UTC Artemis II crew honored; U.S. Space Academy announced
  17. 2026-08-28 19:24 UTC Artemis II crew honored; U.S. Space Academy announced
  18. 2026-08-28 10:31 UTC Artemis II crew Congressional Space Medal of Honor

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