FIRST IG (SPACE) MEETING

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• Publication Date: September 28, 1982
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Under Secretary of State for Security Assistance,
Science and Technology
Frank C. Carlucci
Deputy Secretary of Defense
GUY W. FISKE
Deputy Secretary of Commerce
JOSEPH R. WRIGHT
Deputy Director, Office of Management and Budget
ydOHN N. McMAHON
Deputy Director of Central Intelligence
LT GENERAL PAUL GORMAN
Assistant to the Chairman of the Joint Chiefs
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NORMAN TERRELL
Assistant Director for Nuclear and Weapons Control
Arms Control and Disarmament Agency
RONALD B. FRANKUM
Deputy Science Advisor to the President
JAMES M. BEGGS
Administrator, National Aeronautics and
Space Administration
SUBJECT: First IG(Space) Meeting (U)
Attached are minutes from the first SIG(Space) meeting held on
September 23, 1982. We will assume your concurrence with the ?
minutes unless comments are received by COB September 30, 1982.
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The first Interagency Group for Space - IG(Space) will be held
on October 1, 1982 from 2:00-3:00 p.m. in Room 305 of the Old
Executive Office Building. This will be a kick-off meeting for
the three working groups chartered by the SIG(Space). I would
like to ask each working group chairman to present a 10-minute
briefing on their. approach to each issue. Especially important
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is the need for the chairmen of the space launch policy and
remote sensing working groups to indicate how those policy
issues impacting the FY 84 budget cycle can be expeditiously
resolved. (U)
Please call Gil Rye-of the NSC Staff at 395-5022 with-the name
of-your IG(Space) representative:and working group chairman by
COB September 30, 1982. Attendance at the IG(Space) meeting `-"
will be limited to principal plus one. (U)
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SENIOR INTERAGENCY GROUP FOR SPACE - SIG(SPACE)
SEPTEMBER 23, 1982
The first meeting of the SIG(Space) was held from 3:00-4:15 p.m.
on September 23, 1982, in Room 305 of the Old Executive Office
Building. Judge William P. Clark presided. Other attendees are
shown at Attachment 1. The purpose of the meeting was to review
and approve the SIG(Space) Terms of Reference and initial set of-
issues developed by the working group chartered by Judge Clark's
memorandum of July 21, 1982. (U)
Judge Clark opened the meeting by stating that the President
is firmly committed to a vigorous U.S. Space Program which will
demonstrate our resolve to exercise leadership in space. The
National Space Policy issued on July 4 established the broad
policy framework for the space program and the formation of a
mechanismto implement the policy. The SIG(Space) is a recogni-
tion of the true interagency na ure of the U.S. Space Program and
the importance that space will have. for the future of our nation.
Judge Clark noted that he understood there were concerns that the
SIG will become bogged down in addressing detailed programs or
issues that should be more appropriately ad sed--by--e-xisting
inter agenc or a agencies the " he
group that we are sensitive o is and ha a no intention for
this to occur. Judge Clark views the SIG(Space) as a ig -Ievel
me o`r: 'res lying olic issues in
sh_ e appropriate ~amew rk for bu getary or detailed program
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required. Judge Clark emphasized the President's desire to be an
active participant in major decisions and be presented with
budget decisions that are reflective of a disciplined policy
resolution process. The SIG(Space) will actively seek out those
major issues and attempt to resolve them-in sufficient time to
impact the budget process. Judge Clark. has asked Robert C. McFarlane
to chair the Interagency Group (IG) for..Space which is referred to
in the Terms of Reference. (U)
Before receiving comments from the group, Judge Clark asked
Colonel Gil Rye of the NSC Staff to give a brief summary of the
Working Group's deliberations. (U)
Colonel Rye indicated that the working Group met three times.-
Regarding the Terms of Reference, he reiterated the main function
of the SIG(Space) is the implementation of the President's space
policy - a function which is consistent with other SIGs chartered
by other NSDDs. The Working Group agreed to formation of one
Interagency Group under the SIG which would have the primary
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functions of resolving lesser issues and of filtering larger ones
for the SIG. Individual working groups will be chartered to
address specific issues. .Colonel Rye indicated that eight issues
were reviewed'and that these were narrowed to three: space
launch policy, remote sensing, and manned space station. The
first two of these require immediate attention because of their
impact on the FY 84 budget cycle. (U)
Judge Clark then invited comment around the table. (U)-
James Beggs (NASA): Strongly supports the need to resolve the
tree major issues proposed. On the Shuttle, the major issue is
whether we need backup for the four orbiter fleet in order to
support projected demand in the face. of potential loss of one of
the orbiters. The manned space station is an extremely important
issue. The Shuttle is based on 15-year old technology and without
a manned space station program, we will gradually lose our tech-
nology base. The Air Force is in the early phase of a study to
determine military requirements for permanent manned presence in
space. On remote sensing, the Europeans and the Japanese have
requested we look at the potential for international cooperation. (U)
Craig Fuller (White House): The space program is at a crossroads.
We need the focus this group will provide. (U)
John McMahon (CIA): Endorses the SIG concept and the need for
government agencies to share and understand space activities. He
is deeply concerned about this year's intelligence budget and
recognizes many of our capabilities are highly dependent on the
Shuttle and other space assets. (S)
Michael Bayers (Commerce): Thinks the SIG(Space) is a very
worthwhile idea and should be very helpful in working with the
Cabinet Council on Commerce and Trade. Requests Commerce assume
chairmanship of the remote sensing working group in lieu of
State, since-NOAA will be most impacted by the final decision on
commercialization of LANDSAT and/or METSAT. (Following the
meeting, this suggestion was subsequently adopted.) (U)
Ronald Frankum (OSTP): Only an observer but looks forward to
working with the group. (U)
William Schneider (State).: U orses the concept of the SIG being
a senior group and use of the subordinate IG to resolve as many
issues as possible. Recommended deletion of the first sentence
in paragraph 2a of the Terms of Reference which reads "Periodically
review the implementation of NSDD-42." Norm Terrell (ACDA)
suggested retention of the sentence and insertion of the words
"policy implications involving" between "the" and "implementation."
Mr. Terrell's recommendation was adopted. (U)
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Joseph Wright' (OMB): I orses the concept of.SIG(Space) assessing-
the civil and?milita space programs in order to insure the
President's highest priorities are implemented within available
resources, rather than new programs being proposed as incremental
piecemeal additions. Space launch capabilities very important
in maintaining space leadership; however, we must be concerned
not to carry it too far on the civil commercial side. It appears'
somewhat premature for a policy review of the space station since
all agencies have not completed their assessments. Expressed
concern about overlap between SIG(Space).and existing interagency
coordinative mechanisms on the remote sensing issue. Requested
the opportunity for participating agencies to review draft minutes
of meetings. (U)
Frank Carlucci (Defense): Agrees with Terms of Reference as
modified. We must insure we stick to policy issues. Strongly
supports Judge Clark's comments. (U)
Lt Gen Paul Gorman (JCS): It's all been said and could not add
any more. (U)
Robert McFarlane (NSC): Highlighted need to energize the IG
quickly since the FY 84 budget cycle was upon us. (U)
Judge Clark concluded the meeting by approving the Terms of
Reference, as amended, and the three issues. He'indicated that
work must begin immediately on those issues impacting the FY 84
budget cycle. (U)
Final versions of the SIG(Space) Terms of Reference and three
issue papers are attached. (U)
Gilbert.D. Rye
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2. Terms of Reference
3. Issues
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SENIOR INTERAGENCY GROUP FOR SPACE
SEPTEMBER 23, 1982
REPRESENTATIVES
John N. McMahon,.Deputy Director of Central Intelligence
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William Schneider, Under Secretary for Security Assistance, Science
and Technology
William Salmon, Special Assistant
Frank C. Carlucci, Deputy Secretary of Defense
Gen Richard G. Stilwell, Deputy Under Secretary of Defense for Policy
COMMERCE
Michael-Bayer, Associate Deputy Secretary of Commerce
Lt Gen Paul Gorman, Assistant to the Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff
Maj Randy Blanks -
James M. Beggs, Administrator
Dr. Hans Mark, Deputy Administrator
Norman Terrell, Assistant Director for Nuclear and weapons Control
Vigdor Teplitz, Physical Science Officer
OBSERVERS
Joseph R. Wright, Deputy Director, Office of Management and Budget
Daniel H. Taft, Deputy Associate Director for Special Studies
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OSTP
Ronald B. Frankum, Deputy Science Advisor to the President
Victor Reis, Assistant Director for National. Security and Space
WHITE HOUSE
Craig Fuller, Assistant to the President for Cabinet Affairs
NSC
Robert C. McFarlane, Deputy Assistant to the President for National
Colonel Gilbert D. Rye, NSC Staff
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