Political Quotes

“Mr. President, at my request, the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration has provided information on the potential impact of a fiscal year 2011 continuing resolution on the agency's long-term ability to effectively carry out its mission. In particular, they highlight potential impacts to their ability to provide accurate and timely weather and hazard forecasts and what the economic impacts may be on a State-by-State basis. I ask unanimous consent that their response be printed in the Record so that we may have a more informed debate. There being no objection, the material was ordered to be printed in the Record, as follows: U.S. Department of Commerce, Washington, DC. Hon. Daniel K. Inouye, Chairman, Senate Committee on Appropriations, U.S. Senate, Washington, DC. Dear Chairman Inouye: Thank you for meeting with me on Monday, March 7, 2011, and for your letter regarding the level of funding for National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration included in the proposed FY 2011 Continuing Resolutions. Enclosed are answers to your questions on the Joint Polar Satellite System (JPSS) and state-by-state data on NOAA funding. I appreciate your interest in our polar satellite system, which is of vital importance to the Nation. NOAA provided the best information possible in the rapid time frame that the current debate demands. If we may be of further assistance to focus on more specific information or examples, please do not hesitate to contact me. Sincerely, Jane Lubchenco.…”