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Mar 07, 2025

The Planetary Society: reported cuts to NASA would amount to an “extinction event” for space science and exploration

The Planetary Society, the world’s largest independent space interest organization, issued a statement in response to recent reports that the White House is considering a 50% cut to NASA’s science projects in its 2026 fiscal year budget proposal.

Feb 27, 2025

Bill Nye honored with Live Long and Prosper tribute pendant on the 10th anniversary of Leonard Nimoy’s passing

The Planetary Society is proud to announce that its CEO, Bill Nye, has been awarded the Live Long and Prosper Tribute pendant by the family of Leonard Nimoy. This honor is given to individuals who embody the values and ideals that Nimoy championed throughout his life, including a commitment to science, education, and inspiring future generations.

Feb 24, 2025

The Planetary Society welcomes the reconsideration of mass probationary employee layoffs at NASA

The Planetary Society extends its gratitude to the numerous individuals within and outside the agency who enabled this outcome.

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