Kay Bailey Hutchison
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Kay Bailey Hutchison is a former U.S. Senator from Texas, serving from 1993 to 2013. A member of the Republican Party, she was the first woman to represent Texas in the Senate. During her tenure, Hutchison was known for her work on issues such as space exploration, military funding, and education. She played a significant role in advocating for NASA and was a strong supporter of human spaceflight initiatives. Hutchison also served as the chair of the Senate Republican Conference and was involved in various bipartisan efforts throughout her career.
The estimates are that to solve the problem completely will cost about $300 billion.
I believe we all share the common goal of encouraging the development of broadband communications in areas of the country that continue to lack access.
my concern is that we have the mapping that is required to see where the real priorities in America because they don't have broadband
I am concerned about having broadband throughout our country, and the priorities that we would put on the use of money that has been allocated for it.
The numerous benefits attributed to our Nation's investment in space and research are all around us.
Civil space occupies a central position in the American way of life and our national goals.
I have just a very special feeling and connection about the 'National Laboratory' designation that we did put forward in our 2005 authorization.
You have been the champion that has kept NASA and the importance of space exploration at the forefront of your priorities, and it is mine, as well.
the ISS has been very high, this orbiting laboratory, named by Kay Bailey Hutchison as a National Laboratory, is just now starting to show a return on this investment.
Thank you, Mr. Chairman, for scheduling this important hearing to begin a comprehensive examination of the benefits and value of space exploration.





