Update: A minibus spending package passed by the House of Representatives on January 8, 2026, effectively cancels the Mars Sample Return program by eliminating almost all funding for future missions.

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The precious Mars samples collected by the Perseverance rover could be coming to Earth sooner rather than later. When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission.

Rocket Lab's MSR study involves two Neutron launches of a sample retrieval lander and Earth return orbiter. Credit: Rocket Lab WASHINGTON — NASA has awarded a contract to Rocket Lab to study ...