On the recordDecember 9, 2014
One word that will always be synonymous with Ralph Hall is `gentleman.' I met Congressman Hall when I was first elected to Congress in 1993 and was appointed to the Science, Space and Technology Committee where he served as Chairman at the time when he was a Democrat. As Chairman of the Committee, his bipartisan work there was marked by promotion of science, technology, engineering and math education; advancing American competitiveness through research and development of new technologies; and maintaining our country's preeminence in space. I've never known Congressman Hall as a person who rests. His work as a policymaker will endure, and he is a natural politician with a knack for coalescing conflicting viewpoints. Congressman Hall is also one of the kindest Members in Congress. His geniality helps make this institution a better place for the American people. And no matter who you are--astronaut, president, or next door neighbor--Congressman Hall is always one to put a generous hand forward. I wish Congressman Hall every blessing together with his three sons and five beautiful grandchildren. I'm grateful to know him, to have served with him, and to call him my friend.
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