Oklahoma congresswoman Stephanie Bice told a House subcommittee hearing Monday she fully supported the “Oceanshot” plan for research of oceans and the Great Lakes but also encouraged greater government cooperation with private industry in doing so.
Rep. Bice, the Ranking Republican on the House Committee on Science, Space and Technology Subcommittee on Environment spoke during a hearing called “Defining a National ‘Oceanshot’: Accelerating Ocean and Great Lakes Science and Technology.”
“Just as the ‘Moonshot’ led to many new and unexpected technology innovations, a well-coordinated ‘Oceanshot’ could spur breakthroughs in technology that benefit more than just marine science,” Bice said. “The potential benefits could touch all aspects of society such as the economy, national security, public health, and more.”
Bice admitted she’s not much of an expert about oceans since she comes from land-locked Oklahoma but added she is aware of the impact the Gulf of Mexico has on the state, making it part of tornado alley. The GOP Representative said it’s clear the scientific research of oceans might help save lives in Oklahoma through improved weather forecasting.
Source: press release