Eddie Bernice Johnson: “I appreciate that you are holding this hearing. I want to thank all of our witnesses for being here today.”

For too long we have failed to prioritize, or even acknowledge, the vast contributions that the Black community and other minority groups have made towards scientific discovery and innovation.

Support of robust, coordinated Arctic research and science is critical.

We need investments in the operation, staffing, and pay and benefits to keep and attract people to aviation jobs.

It is critically important to make sure that everyone is benefitting from this legislation.