NASA, or the National Aeronautics and Space Administration, is not actively pursuing the development of a space laser as part of its projects. While there have been studies and proposed concepts for space-based lasers in the past, NASA's research efforts have primarily focused on space science, exploration, and Earth observation missions. It's also important to note that the practical development and deployment of powerful lasers or directed energy weapons in space face significant challenges regarding international treaties, ethical concerns, and technological complexities.