Univ. of Texas Earmarks Funds for Los Alamos Bid

University of Texas regents have set aside $1.2 million to finance the school’s joint bid with defense contractor Lockheed Martin to take over management of the Los Alamos National Laboratory in New Mexico, the Daily Texan reported today (see GSN, May 26).

The money is expected to pay for salaries, consultants, travel expenses and supplies.

“The work of Los Alamos is fundamental to our national security,” said James R. Huffines, Board of Regents chairman. “As one of the finest institutions in the country, we have a duty to pursue this proposal.”

The partnership between Lockheed and the University of Texas is expected to be finalized this week, according to a university spokesman (Zachary Warmbrodt, Daily Texan, June 1).

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