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TORONTO (miningweekly.com) – Space-mining pioneers have welcomed the historic unanimous passing of the Space Act of 2015, as amended, in the US Senate on Tuesday, recognising the right of US citizens to own asteroid resources they obtain as property and encouraging commercial exploration and recovery of resources from asteroids, free from harmful interference. The legislation, HR 2262, created a pro-growth environment for the development of the commercial space industry by encouraging private sector investment and ensuring a more stable and predictable regulatory regime. This law was important for the industry and was integral to protecting and supporting US interests as the commercial space sector continued to expand. “We are proud to have the support of Congress. Throughout history, governments have spurred growth in new frontiers by instituting sensible legislation. Long ago, the Homestead Act of 1862 advocated for the search for gold and timber and, today, HR 2262 fuels a new economy that will open many avenues for the continual growth and prosperity of humanity.
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