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Jan 28, 2020
Planetary Society Statement on H.R. 5666, the NASA Authorization Act of 2020Though it contains many important provisions for space science and exploration, The Planetary Society is concerned that H.R. 5666, as written, could disrupt and delay a planned return of U.S. astronauts to deep space.
Dec 18, 2019
The Planetary Society Awards Nearly $58,000 to Amateur Asteroid HuntersThe Planetary Society is pleased to announce the winners of the 2019 Shoemaker Near Earth Object (NEO) Grant program.
Nov 22, 2019
The Planetary Society Urges ESA's Member States to Fund the Hera MissionThe Planetary Society supports Hera, a mission that would increase humankind's knowledge of its asteroid deflection capability.
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