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Interstellar communication will never be possible, unless we can build a mirror over 50 meters in diameter. Only a mirror that big can provide the targeting accuracy for a laser beam transmission to a planet dozens of lightyears away. Naturally good 'ol astronomy would be the first priority.
On a side note, the budget of NASA, $14 billion, could outfit every home in the US with solar power. It's not related but I thought I'd mention that.