It is a story that is truly American and I look forward to sharing this story with many when we open these areas under the National Park Service Arrowhead.

Mr. Lujan. Mr. Chairman, thank you very much, as well.

The story of the Manhattan Project isn't just about world-class scientists.

The Nation needs to understand the Manhattan Project from all sides, and the Park Service can do that.

I look forward to working with the citizens of Dona Ana County, Congress and the president to permanently protect the nationally significant lands, heritage, and history within the proposed Organ Mountains-Desert Peaks National Monument.

The Manhattan Project National Historical Park will once again transform these communities, creating an economic driver based on heritage tourism.

The nation needs to understand the Manhattan Project from all sides.

Because there were not a lot of folks that came to the Committee hearing today, is it possible to get another round of questions?

Does everyone here--is there anyone that would disagree with the statement that the future of the economy in the United States can be strengthened through more robust investments and collaboration with the Federal Government, universities…

Mr. Chairman, I appreciate your graciousness in the recognition of more time.

given the--we have heard a little bit about SBIR today. We don't talk much about STTR, a program that has been terribly neglected by the Federal Government

the reality is that I have ranchers back in New Mexico that have sold off entire herds because there is less water