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Former Astronaut Pam Melroy Officially Sworn In as NASA Deputy Administrator

By  //  June 21, 2021

Pam Melroy is ceremonially sworn-in as the 15th NASA Deputy Administrator by NASA Administrator Bill Nelson, as her husband, Doug Hollett, holds their family Bible, on June 21, 2021, at NASA Headquarters Mary W. Jackson Building in Washington. (Image by NASA/Bill Ingalls)

BREVARD COUNTY, FLORIDA – Pam Melroy is ceremonially sworn-in as the 15th NASA Deputy Administrator by NASA Administrator Bill Nelson, as her husband, Doug Hollett, holds their family Bible, on June 21, 2021, at NASA Headquarters Mary W. Jackson Building in Washington.

Melroy is a former NASA astronaut.

“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. “I look forward to returning to the NASA family and working with Administrator Nelson to ensure the United States continues to lead in space and beyond – exploring the wonders of the universe, expanding the Earth science research critical to combatting climate change, unlocking scientific discoveries that will change the world as we know it, and inspiring the next generation of discoverers and dreamers.”

“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.”