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Government Shutdown Threatens NASA, NOAA, and Science Funding

10/1/2025

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A potential U.S. government shutdown could severely impact federal environmental and science agencies.
The Trump administration proposes cuts to National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) and National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), with science programs cut by 46%.
During a shutdown, layoffs could occur instead of furloughs, raising legal concerns; NOAA funds frozen over $400 million hinder disaster response.

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Story summary

A potential U.S. government shutdown could severely impact federal environmental and science agencies.
The Trump administration proposes cuts to National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) and National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), with science programs cut by 46%.
During a shutdown, layoffs could occur instead of furloughs, raising legal concerns; NOAA funds frozen over $400 million hinder disaster response.