Eddie Bernice Johnson actually said...

We want NASA to succeed in its endeavors, because its success benefits our Nation in many, many ways.

NASA is a critical part of the Nation's research and development enterprise, as well as being a source of inspiration for our young people.

The United States presence in Antarctica is critically important both strategically and scientifically.

I want to take this opportunity to thank my friend and colleague Ralph Hall for his leadership of this Committee.