the Communications Satellite Act of 1962

The Communications Satellite Act of 1962 was a U.S. law that established a framework for developing and managing communication satellites. It created the Communications Satellite Corporation (COMSAT) to promote and oversee satellite communications, enhancing global telecommunications. The act aimed to improve international and domestic communication networks, ensuring safer, more reliable, and expanded use of satellite technology. Essentially, it laid the legal groundwork for commercial satellite communications, encouraging private investment and cooperation to modernize and broaden the reach of telecommunication services.