09/24/2013
https://www.congress.gov...
"Astronaut safety. The safety of our astronauts is my number one priority. This means whatever transportation system is chosen, it must protect our astronauts during launch, mission execution, reentry,..."
"Space operations are among the most complex and unforgiving pursuits ever undertaken by humans. It really is rocket science."
"Workforce transition. The retirement of the Space Shuttle should proceed as planned in 2012 after ISS assembly is complete, and any future direction must include a plan to maintain critical skills and..."
"Children are especially vulnerable to pollution, and we must ensure that they are protected."