Amerish Bera actually said...

"Now, we don't know exactly when humans will return to the lunar surface, but what is clear is that we're at the doorstep of a renaissance in Moon exploration."

"However, let's also not forget that the Moon remains an important scientific research center and the importance of finding that public-private nexus."

"Let's say NASA is thinking about something like the Moon buggy or a research vehicle. They can now in this new world of space travel say okay, let's do some competitive bidding."

"Thank you, Mr. Chairman. And actually before I begin, I want to express my full support and sympathies to both you, your constituents in your district, and the employees at the NASA Johnson Space Cent..."