There are just 47 percent total in tariffs now on American beef going in there.

June is National Ocean Month, and it's fitting we hold this hearing recognizing the importance of researching this part of our planet, which has gone largely unexplored.

All Americans benefit from a better understanding of our oceans, whether we live on a farm in western Kansas, or a coastal community along the ocean.

Though we are known more for wheat, cattle, and ethanol production, Kansans are affected every day by our oceans.

Having a better understanding of our oceans is an important component of promoting economic development.

Is there any interaction between what we're doing and some folks from there?

I think we keep the goal in mind, if our goal is to innovate, as opposed to just researching for researching.

This committee should ensure that universities, private companies, and non-profit groups can continue the mission of increasing our knowledge of our oceans for the benefit of our country.

Over 70 percent of our planet is covered by water, and more than 96 percent of that water is in our oceans.

Is there anything that we can do to promote those relationships and work on this challenge together?

A recent proclamation from the White House notes that our oceans, along with the Great Lakes, generate more than $320 billion in economic activity annually.

Thank you for holding this hearing, Chairwoman Fletcher. I want to thank our witnesses for appearing before the Subcommittee and sharing their perspectives.