Zoe Lofgren: “I think there is much merit in what we have before us. I think we will have more transparency and more accountability.”

It unfortunately is no surprise a president who has attacked NSF from day one would seek to destroy the board that helps guide the foundation.

Now they have reached NOAA where they're wreaking havoc on the scientific and regulatory systems that protect American families' safety and jobs.

My fear is that the chaos the new administration is sowing will be enough to leave our science and technology enterprise in ruins, with Chinese Communist leaders in Beijing popping champagne corks.

I urge that we support and enact this good bill, and I yield back the balance of my time.