Political Quotes

“Mr. Speaker, I rise today in support of H. Res. 1231, celebrating the 50th anniversary of the United States Television Infrared Observation Satellite. Launched by the National Aeronautics and Space Administration on April 1, 1960, the United States Television Infrared Observation Satellite, better known as TIROS I, demonstrated the beginning of a new American capability--the ability to examine weather patterns from space and to enable the early warnings of storms. The TIROS I spacecraft gave the United States crucial experience related to satellite technology and applications. Over the past 50 years, NASA has continued to develop increasingly capable weather satellites for operation by the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration. Because of the technology pioneered by TIROS I, meteorologists have access to information that helps to save lives and property around the world. TIROS I is a shining example of the peaceful use of outer space and of the benefits that our civil space program provides for the United States and for the world. I urge my colleagues to join me in supporting H. Res. 1231, marking the 50th anniversary of TIROS I.”