COMETS Act

This bill, the COMETS Act, allows NASA to enter agreements with private companies and state governments to provide them with supplies, support, and services related to their space activities on NASA-owned property. It directly affects private space companies and state governments operating at NASA facilities. The key provision permits NASA to include these services in its own procurement requirements if the Administrator determines it benefits the government, doesn't interfere with NASA's needs, and avoids competing with other commercial entities, provided the requesting entity fully reimburses NASA upfront. The bill creates a formal mechanism for NASA to collaborate with commercial and state partners on shared infrastructure.