COMETS Act

The COMETS Act, also known as Bill 118 hr 10152, is a piece of legislation introduced in the US Congress. The purpose of this bill is to establish a program within the National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) to detect and track near-Earth objects (NEOs) that could potentially pose a threat to Earth.

The COMETS Act aims to enhance the capabilities of NASA in identifying and monitoring NEOs, such as asteroids and comets, that could potentially impact Earth. By improving our ability to detect these objects early on, the bill seeks to provide advanced warning and allow for potential mitigation efforts to be put in place.

The legislation also calls for increased collaboration between NASA and other federal agencies, as well as international partners, to improve our understanding of NEOs and develop strategies for planetary defense. Additionally, the COMETS Act emphasizes the importance of public outreach and education on the topic of NEOs and the potential risks they pose. Overall, the COMETS Act is a proactive measure aimed at protecting Earth from potential impacts by NEOs through enhanced detection, monitoring, and collaboration efforts.