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Statements on Swearing in of Margaret Vo Schaus as NASA CFO

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Wednesday, August 4, 2021
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WASHINGTON, Aug. 4, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- The following are statements from Margaret Vo Schaus, NASA Administrator Bill Nelson, and Deputy Administrator Pam Melroy on Wednesday's swearing in of Vo Schaus as NASA's Chief Financial Officer:

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  • WASHINGTON, Aug. 4, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- The following are statements from Margaret Vo Schaus, NASA Administrator Bill Nelson, and Deputy Administrator Pam Melroy on Wednesday's swearing in of Vo Schaus as NASA's Chief Financial Officer:
    "I am honored to be sworn in by Administrator Bill Nelson, and I am grateful to President Biden for the opportunity to oversee NASA's budget and help carry out the agency's groundbreaking missions," Vo Schaus said.
  • As a first-generation American, I am honored to join the Biden-Harris Administration and serve a country that has given my family so much.
  • "As an accomplished career civil servant with experience across many federal agencies, she brings a wealth of knowledge and experience to NASA.
  • I am excited to welcome Margaret to the team, and I can't wait to see what we will accomplish together."

Statements on Senate Confirmation of Margaret Vo Schaus as NASA CFO

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Saturday, July 31, 2021
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WASHINGTON, July 30, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --The following are statements from Margaret Vo Schaus, NASA Administrator Bill Nelson, and Deputy Administrator Pam Melroy on Friday's U.S. Senate confirmation of Vo Schaus as NASA's chief financial officer:

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  • WASHINGTON, July 30, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --The following are statements from Margaret Vo Schaus, NASA Administrator Bill Nelson, and Deputy Administrator Pam Melroy on Friday's U.S. Senate confirmation of Vo Schaus as NASA's chief financial officer:
    "It's an honor to be confirmed by the Senate to serve as the chief financial officer at NASA and I am grateful for the opportunity to help carry on this agency's great legacy both in space and here on Earth," said Vo Schaus.
  • "I look forward to working with Administrator Nelson and Deputy Administrator Melroy to oversee NASA's budget to support the workforce and the groundbreaking missions ahead.
  • Margaret will be integral to determining future missions and help turn program dreams into reality.
  • For information about NASA's missions, discoveries, and activities, visit:
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Pam Melroy Sworn in as NASA Deputy Administrator

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Monday, June 21, 2021
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WASHINGTON, June 21, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --NASA Deputy Administrator Pam Melroy took office Monday after she was given the oath of office by NASA Administrator Bill Nelson during a ceremony at the Mary W. Jackson NASA Headquarters building in Washington.

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  • WASHINGTON, June 21, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --NASA Deputy Administrator Pam Melroy took office Monday after she was given the oath of office by NASA Administrator Bill Nelson during a ceremony at the Mary W. Jackson NASA Headquarters building in Washington.
  • "I'm very honored to be teamed with Administrator Nelson and our Associate Administrator Bob Cabana and rest of the NASA team.
  • Along with Nelson, Melroy is responsible for providing overall leadership, planning, and policy direction for NASA.
  • And, now, Pam is the first woman astronaut to serve as deputy administrator here at NASA."

Statements on Pam Melroy's Senate Confirmation as NASA Deputy Administrator

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Friday, June 18, 2021
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WASHINGTON, June 17, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --The following are statements from Pam Melroy and Administrator Bill Nelson on Thursday's U.S. Senate confirmation of Melroy as deputy administrator of the National Aeronautics and Space Administration:

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  • WASHINGTON, June 17, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --The following are statements from Pam Melroy and Administrator Bill Nelson on Thursday's U.S. Senate confirmation of Melroy as deputy administrator of the National Aeronautics and Space Administration:
    "It's an honor to be confirmed by the Senate to serve as NASA Deputy Administrator, and I am humbled by President Biden and Vice President Harris' confidence in me," Melroy said.
  • "Pam is a pioneer and veteran of NASA, and will be an outstanding leader as we venture farther out to the stars," said Nelson.
  • "We certainly are lucky to have her on board, and I look forward to leading NASA with her as a team."
  • For information about NASA's missions, discoveries, and activities, visit:
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NASA Statement on Nomination of Pam Melroy for Agency Deputy Administrator

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Friday, April 16, 2021
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b'WASHINGTON, April 16, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- The following is a statement from Acting NASA Administrator Steve Jurczyk on Friday\'s announcement of the intended nomination by President Joe Biden of former NASA astronaut Pam Melroy to serve as the agency\'s deputy administrator:\n"Pam\'s experience as an astronaut, space shuttle commander, and U.S. Air Force test pilot would bring to NASA a unique perspective on the opportunities and challenges facing the agency.

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  • b'WASHINGTON, April 16, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- The following is a statement from Acting NASA Administrator Steve Jurczyk on Friday\'s announcement of the intended nomination by President Joe Biden of former NASA astronaut Pam Melroy to serve as the agency\'s deputy administrator:\n"Pam\'s experience as an astronaut, space shuttle commander, and U.S. Air Force test pilot would bring to NASA a unique perspective on the opportunities and challenges facing the agency.
  • Pam is driven by a desire to solve the biggest issues here on Earth, throughout the solar system, and beyond.
  • "\nOne of only two women to command a space shuttle, Melroy logged more than 38 days in space.
  • She currently is an independent consultant and a member of the National Space Council\'s Users Advisory Group.\nMelroy\'s agency bio is available at:\n'

Former Space Shuttle Commander and DARPA Executive Joins SPA Board of Directors

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Monday, August 20, 2018
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"Colonel Melroy brings unique and extensive experience in Space, hypersonics, and the Australian Defence and Space industries.

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  • "Colonel Melroy brings unique and extensive experience in Space, hypersonics, and the Australian Defence and Space industries.
  • We look forward to the insights and leadership Colonel Melroy brings to our team."
  • We provide services directly to Australia and Canada and indirectly to the UK through U.S. agreements.
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