Washington, DC – Following the tragic shooting that took place earlier today in Tucson, Arizona, Rep. Ralph M. Hall (R-TX), Chairman of the House Science, Space, and Technology Committee, released the following statement:
“I am shocked and saddened by this terrible news, and my prayers are with Gabrielle, her husband Astronaut Mark Kelly, her family, her staff, and all those who were injured and lost their lives and their families. Gabrielle has so many friends in Congress and is an outstanding Congresswoman for her district and for the Committee on Science, Space, and Technology. I have been to her district with her to support solar energy and to the Cape with her to support the Shuttle flights. She is a wonderful person, and our prayers are with her, Captain Kelly, and the families of all the victims of this tragedy.”
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