I call this meeting to order.
I'd like to take this opportunity to welcome our guests here today and thank them for taking the time to come and meet with committee members to talk about the northern Arctic study we're embarking upon, and to give us some advice, some insight, and answer some questions that committee members might have.
Mr. Burden, I believe you're going to make a presentation to begin with. I'll ask that you take a moment to introduce your colleagues with you today. I think you've all been here before the committee. I welcome you back to the committee, and thank you very much, once again.
Any time you're ready, Mr. Burden, I'll let you take over.