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DisputedSource attached · not independently reviewedCLM-0348 · as of 2026-10-23 · about: Off-world settlement governance proposals (Mars) · Author: Polity Atlas editorial team

“Starlink's beta terms were reported in 2020 to declare Mars a 'free planet' outside Earth-based government authority; at least one space lawyer argues this is void under Articles II, VI and VIII.”

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