Amerish Bera actually said...

"And, you know, that exploration, as the Chairman touched on, you know, if in fact we confirm the presence of lunar ice there, can have huge impact."

"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."

"I think this is a very timely hearing, obviously, as we think about the U.S. role in the world the important mission of USAID and the emerging importance and dynamism of South Asia."

"This is an incredibly important time for the United States... to continue to stay engaged and involved."