51 U.S.C. § 51301

Current through P.L. 118-106 (published on www.congress.gov on 10/04/2024)

Section 51301 - Definitions

In this chapter:

(1) ASTEROID RESOURCE.-The term "asteroid resource" means a space resource found on or within a single asteroid.

(2) SPACE RESOURCE.-

(A) IN GENERAL.-The term "space resource" means an abiotic resource in situ in outer space.

(B) INCLUSIONS.-The term "space resource" includes water and minerals.

(3) UNITED STATES CITIZEN.-The term "United States citizen" has the meaning given the term "citizen of the United States" in section 50902.

51 U.S.C. § 51301

Added Pub. L. 114-90, title IV, §402(a), Nov. 25, 2015, 129 Stat. 721.