FEDERALhearing transcript

Review of NASA's Deep Space Exploration and Lunar Plans

Original title: KEEPING OUR SIGHTS ON MARS: A REVIEW OF NASA'S DEEP SPACE EXPLORATION PROGRAMS AND LUNAR PROPOSAL

January 1, 2020

NASA Space Exploration Mars Lunar Program Aerospace Safety

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The Frame

What this does

This hearing provides oversight on the strategic direction and safety protocols of NASA's multi-billion dollar human spaceflight programs, which determine the timeline and objectives for future lunar and Mars exploration.

Who is mentioned in the record

Potentially affected actors named in the source documents. Mention is not a position.

NASA

The agency is subject to congressional oversight regarding its exploration programs and budget priorities.

Aerospace Industry

Companies and contractors involved in deep space exploration are impacted by the strategic direction and funding decisions discussed.

What changed

Last recorded activity January 1, 2020.

What's next

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Summary

The House held a hearing on May 8, 2019, to evaluate NASA's current deep space exploration strategies, specifically focusing on the agency's lunar exploration proposals and long-term goals for Mars missions.

Key Facts

The hearing took place on May 8, 2019, in the Rayburn House Office Building.
The session focused on reviewing NASA's deep space exploration programs and lunar proposals.
Witnesses included representatives from NASA, the Aerospace Safety Advisory Panel, academia, and private consulting.
The hearing included formal opening statements from the Subcommittee Chair and Ranking Member.
The record includes post-hearing responses to questions submitted to the witnesses.
The hearing was conducted by the Subcommittee on Space and Aeronautics of the House Committee on Science, Space, and Technology.

Frequently Asked Questions

What was the main purpose of this hearing?

To review NASA's deep space exploration programs and their specific proposals for lunar exploration.

Who testified at the hearing?

Witnesses included William H. Gerstenmaier (NASA), Mark Sirangelo (NASA), Dr. Patricia Sanders (), Dr. Jonathan Lunine (Cornell), and J. Walter Faulconer (Faulconer Consulting Group).

Why It Matters

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Post-Hearing Accountability

The document includes an extensive appendix of post-hearing questions and answers, indicating a formal follow-up process between Congress and NASA officials.

NASA William H. Gerstenmaier

Connected Entities

organizationNASA“Primary agency under review”Map →

personKendra Horn“Chairwoman of the Subcommittee on Space and Aeronautics”Map →

personJonathan Lunine“Director, Cornell Center for Astrophysics and Planetary Science”Map →

personMark Sirangelo“Special Assistant to the Administrator, NASA”Map →

personPatricia Sanders“Chair, Aerospace Safety Advisory Panel”Map →

personWilliam H. Gerstenmaier“Associate Administrator, Human Exploration and Operations Mission Directorate, N”Map →

personJ. Walter Faulconer“President, Faulconer Consulting Group”Map →

personBrian Babin“Ranking Member of the Subcommittee”Map →

Sources

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