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Op-ed: Move NASA to Florida, where it belongs
April 23, 2025
The Hill
By George LeMieux
NASA Vehicle Assembly Building at Kennedy Space Center (Pexels/Lando Dong)
The time has come to move NASA’s headquarters from Washington, D.C., to Florida — the heart of America’s space program.
With its deep legacy of success and recognizing the advantages of having decision makers closer to the center of America’s operational space program, Florida is the logical home for NASA’s headquarters. The business community stands ready to welcome the agency and bolster America’s role as the world’s space leader.
As the federal government looks to drive cost-saving efficiencies, the Sunshine State makes logical and fiscally responsible sense for NASA headquarters. Taxpayers will benefit from the space administration leveraging Florida’s strong aerospace sector, extensive infrastructure, highly skilled talent pipeline, lower operating costs, and favorable business environment.