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Washington, DC – U.S. Representative Brian Babin (TX-36) announced today that he has been appointed by Science, Space, and Technology Committee Chairman Lamar Smith (TX-21) to serve as the Chairman of the Space Subcommittee. Rep. Babin, whose district includes NASA’s Johnson Space Center, will now have a leading role in Congressional efforts to help refocus NASA’s mission to ensure America is once again the world leader in human space exploration.

“It is an honor for me to serve as Chairman of the Subcommittee on Space and continue working with my colleagues on the Committee to strengthen NASA’s core exploration mission, create an environment for commercial space ventures to thrive, and build a clear vision for America’s space program,” said Rep. Babin. “I believe we are on the verge of significant space advancements and I look forward to doing all I can to create an environment for success.”

“The Science Committee has already been hard at work this Congress promoting legislation that advances America’s space interests,” said Chairman Smith. “I am pleased to welcome Representative Babin as Chairman of the Space Subcommittee. Congressmen Babin has proven to be a knowledgeable and capable member of this Committee, and I look forward to working with him in his new leadership role.”

“We’re extremely pleased on the recent announcement that Congressman Brian Babin, DDS, has been appointed chairman of the Space Subcommittee on the Science, Space & Technology Committee of the U.S. House of Representatives,” said Bob Mitchell, President, Bay Area Houston Economic Partnership. “This appointment means a great deal to this community, as well as all of NASA. It’s very meaningful to have one of our own chair this important subcommittee. We all look forward to working with Dr. Babin on the significant issues which face NASA.”