this is one of the consequences, one of the amazing developments as the result of the President's charge, is to start looking at the full range of activities that we have in the Agency and applying them towards common solution.

I think the administration has a credibility problem on its approach to the Clean Air Act and to mercury pollution.

Could you briefly explain the process on going within code 'T' to engage industry as you formulate requirements, definitions and program planning decisions in the new space exploration program.

I think that Senator Mikulski's idea about dealing with the National Academy of Sciences and getting their opinion on a lot of things is very sound.

We have to use foreign launch systems now. The budget it seems chooses to use them in the future, which is troubling to some of us.

Mr. Chairman, I want to associate myself with your remarks.

We've got so much to learn there to benefit us.

I look forward to working with Chairman Bond and Senator Mikulski on this bill.

While, in my opinion, this budget again falls short in total funding for our veterans, it does include important initiatives.

I believe they are the concerns of a lot of people on the committee.

I do believe that the citizens of my State, and, I think, this country, are willing to make the investment.