Sec. 324. Planetary science
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Congress finds that— Administration support for planetary science is critical to enabling greater understanding of the solar system and its origin; the United States leads the world in planetary science and can augment its success with appropriate international partnerships; a mix of small-, medium-, and large-planetary science missions is required to sustain a steady cadence of planetary exploration; and robotic planetary exploration is a key component of preparing for future human exploration.
In accordance with the priorities established in the most recent decadal survey for planetary science, the Administrator shall ensure, to the greatest extent practicable, the completion of a balanced set of Discovery, New Frontiers, and flagship missions. The Administrator may seek, if necessary, adjustments to mission priorities, schedule, and scope in light of changing budget projections. To support its science mission priorities, the Administration shall invest in a sustained program to develop or mature scientific instrument capabilities, as delineated in the NASA Science Instruments, Observatories, and Sensor Systems Roadmap.