"I think that is proof that DOT certain has the authority to grant a waiver to whomever they wish in this process."
"Something that struck me about this eclipse is the level of excitement that it generated all across the United States."
"I am excited about the upcoming 2024 eclipse, which, in my opinion, could even be more impressive and awe-inspiring."
"I want to start by thanking our colleagues and also our witnesses that have come forth on this very, very interesting hearing."
"Exploration, particularly space exploration, is inherently and inescapably a matter of vital national strategic importance."
"There will certainly be failures but the failures and successes should be determined by the free market."
"Our leadership in space is far too important to subject it to that kind of risk and uncertainty."
"Not only can space involve the private sector, it must involve the private sector."
"Mars remains the first interplanetary destination for humanity."
"U.S. leadership in space is a bipartisan priority."
"NASA is a critical national investment in our future."