§ 70103. Commercial payloads on space launch system

• (a) In this section:
  • (1) The term “launch vehicle” means any vehicle constructed for the purpose of operating in, or placing a payload in, outer space.
  • (2) The term “payload” means an object which a person undertakes to place in outer space by means of a launch vehicle, and includes subcomponents of the launch vehicle specifically designed or adapted for that object.
• (b) Commercial payloads may not be accepted for launch as primary payloads on the space launch system unless the Administrator determines that—
  • (1) the payload requires the unique capabilities of the space launch system; or
  • (2) launching of the payload on the space launch system is important for either national security or foreign policy purposes.