*Administration of Barack Obama, 2016 *

**Letter to Congressional Leaders Transmitting a Report and Classified Annex on an Integrated Policy To Deter Adversaries in Space **

*May 26, 2016 *

*Dear Mr. Chairman: (Dear Senator:) (Dear Representative:) *

I transmit herewith, in accordance with section 1613 of the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2016 (Public Law 114–92), the report and classified annex on an integrated policy to deter adversaries in space.

The report is the result of an interagency process with the objectives to reduce risks to the United States and our allies in space; and to protect and preserve the rights, access, capabilities, use, and freedom of action of the United States in space. Success will require a multi-year effort and commitment across all departments and agencies, and I look forward to your continued support.

Sincerely,

BARACK OBAMA

NOTE: Identical letters were sent to John S, McCain III, chairman, and John F. Reed, ranking member, Senate Committee on Armed Services; and Mac Thornberry, chairman, and Adam Smith, ranking member, House Committee on Armed Services. An original was not available for verification of the content of this letter.

*Categories:* Communications to Congress : Adversaries in space, integrated policy to deter, letter transmitting report and classified annex*.*

*Subjects:* Defense and national security : Space defense capabilities, strengthening efforts.

*DCPD Number:* DCPD201600355.