March 12, 2020 - Issue: Vol. 166, No. 48 — Daily Edition116th Congress (2019 - 2020) - 2nd Session

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                  HIGHLIGHTING NASA'S ARTEMIS PROGRAM

  (Mr. THOMPSON of Pennsylvania asked and was given permission to 
address the House for 1 minute and to revise and extend his remarks.)
  Mr. THOMPSON of Pennsylvania. Madam Speaker, I rise today to 
highlight the NASA ``be an astronaut'' program.
  For the first time in 4 years, NASA is accepting applications for a 
new class of astronauts.
  Space exploration is a rich piece of modern American history, and 
thanks to the new Artemis program, it will remain a part of our future.
  Artemis will send the first woman and another man to the South Pole 
of the Moon by 2024 and allow us to establish a permanent presence on 
the Moon by 2028.
  Our Nation's astronauts help execute a bold vision for science and 
for exploration. Aspiring astronauts have the opportunity to join NASA 
for this new chapter in space exploration.
  Applications are being accepted through March 31 at www.USAJOBS.com. 
U.S. citizens with a master's degree in a STEM field, 2 years of 
related experience, and a passing physical exam are eligible to apply.
  Madam Speaker, I encourage all eligible space lovers and travelers to 
apply for this incredible opportunity.

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