By EPA Newswire | Jun 2, 2015
News Release: While it is important to fully understand the cause of the Takata airbag failure, there are steps Congress can take immediately to enhance auto safety and oversight. That should begin with the enactment of H.R. 1181, the Vehicle Safety Improvement Act - legislation introduced by full Committee Ranking Member Frank Pallone (NJ-6), Commerce, Trade and Manufacturing Subcommittee Ranking Member Jan Schakowsky (IL-9), and other Committee Democrats earlier this year.
By EPA Newswire | Jun 2, 2015
News Release: The Subcommittee on Communications and Technology, chaired by Rep. Greg Walden (R-OR), has scheduled a hearing for Thursday, June 11, at 10:00 a.m. in room 2123 of the Rayburn House Office Building. The hearing is entitled, “Oversight of FCC Field Offices."
By EPA Newswire | Jun 1, 2015
News Release: The Subcommittee on Health, chaired by Rep. Joe Pitts (R-PA), has scheduled a hearing for Thursday, June 11, at 10:15 a.m. in room 2322 of the Rayburn House Office Building. The hearing is entitled, “Examining H.R. 1786, James Zadroga 9/11 Health and Compensation Reauthorization Act." Subcommittee members will discuss H.R. 1786, the James Zadroga 9/11 Health and Compensation Reauthorization Act.
By EPA Newswire | May 29, 2015
News Release: WASHINGTON, DC - The House Energy and Commerce Committee today announced its hearing and vote schedule for the week of June 1. The committee will continue its work on the Architecture of Abundance, discuss the integrity of the Medicaid program, examine the Takata airbag recall, consider legislation to modernize and reform a key federal agency, and review bipartisan legislation regarding Obamacare menu-labeling requirements.
By EPA Newswire | May 29, 2015
News Release: Washington, DC -The Energy and Commerce Committee has scheduled a markup beginning on Tuesday, June 2, at 5:00 p.m. in room 2123 of the Rayburn House Office Building to consider legislation that aims to reform chemical management and modernize and reform a key federal agency. Members will convene for opening statements only on Tuesday and reconvene to consider the legislation Wednesday, June 3, at 10:00 a.m.
By EPA Newswire | May 28, 2015
News Release: WASHINGTON, DC - Bipartisan leaders of the House Energy and Commerce Committee today wrote to seventeen auto manufacturers and the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration requesting information about the industry’s plans to address cybersecurity challenges as new technologies are developed and vehicles and transportation infrastructure are becoming increasingly connected.
By EPA Newswire | May 28, 2015
News Release: WASHINGTON, DC - House Energy and Commerce Committee Chairman Fred Upton (R-MI) and Communications and Technology Subcommittee Chairman Greg Walden (R-OR) today issued the following statement regarding Federal Communications Commission Chairman Tom Wheeler’s plans to include broadband in the Universal Service Fund’s Lifeline program...
By EPA Newswire | May 28, 2015
News Release: The Subcommittee on Health, chaired by Rep. Joe Pitts (R-PA), has scheduled a hearing for Thursday, June 4, at 10:00 a.m. in room 2123 of the Rayburn House Office Building. The hearing is entitled, “Examining H.R. 2017, the Common Sense Nutrition Disclosure Act of 2015."
By EPA Newswire | May 28, 2015
News Release: WASHINGTON, DC - Bipartisan leaders of the House Energy and Commerce Committee today requested briefings from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention and the Department of Defense regarding the recent reports of live anthrax being shipped to nine states and South Korea.
By EPA Newswire | May 27, 2015
News Release: WASHINGTON, DC - Bipartisan House Energy and Commerce Committee leaders this week formally introduced bipartisan legislation to reform the Toxic Substances Control Act to help improve chemical safety and management. H.R. 2576, the TSCA Modernization Act, is sponsored by Environment and the Economy Subcommittee...
By EPA Newswire | May 27, 2015
News Release: The Subcommittee on Energy and Power has scheduled a two-day hearing for Wednesday, June 3 and Thursday June 4. On June 3, the subcommittee will meet at 2:00 p.m. in room 2322 of the Rayburn House Office Building and on Thursday June 4, the subcommittee will reconvene at 10:15 a.m. in 2322 Rayburn. The...
By EPA Newswire | May 26, 2015
News Release: The Subcommittee on Oversight and Investigations, chaired by Rep. Tim Murphy (R-PA), has scheduled a hearing for Tuesday, June 2, at 10:15 a.m. in room 2322 of the Rayburn House Office Building. The hearing is entitled, “Medicaid Program Integrity: Screening Out Errors, Fraud, and Abuse."
By EPA Newswire | May 26, 2015
News Release: The Subcommittee on Oversight and Investigations, chaired by Rep. Tim Murphy (R-PA), has scheduled a hearing for Tuesday, June 2, at 10:15 a.m. in room 2322 of the Rayburn House Office Building. The hearing is entitled, “Medicaid Program Integrity: Screening Out Errors, Fraud, and Abuse."
By EPA Newswire | May 26, 2015
News Release: The Subcommittee on Oversight and Investigations, chaired by Rep. Tim Murphy (R-PA), has scheduled a hearing for Tuesday, June 2, at 10:15 a.m. in room 2322 of the Rayburn House Office Building. The hearing is entitled, “Medicaid Program Integrity: Screening Out Errors, Fraud, and Abuse."
By EPA Newswire | May 26, 2015
News Release: The Subcommittee on Commerce, Manufacturing, and Trade, chaired by Rep. Michael C. Burgess, M.D. (R-TX), has scheduled a hearing for Tuesday, June 2, at 2:00 p.m. in room 2123 of the Rayburn House Office Building. The hearing is entitled, “An Update on the Takata Airbag Ruptures and Recalls."
By EPA Newswire | May 21, 2015
News Release: WASHINGTON, DC - The Energy and Commerce Oversight and Investigations Subcommittee, chaired by Rep. Tim Murphy (R-PA), today continued its review of the ongoing prescription drug and opioid abuse epidemic with a look at what is being done at the state level to combat these crises.
By EPA Newswire | May 21, 2015
News Release: WASHINGTON, DC - The Energy and Commerce Oversight and Investigations Subcommittee, chaired by Rep. Tim Murphy (R-PA), today continued its review of the ongoing prescription drug and opioid abuse epidemic with a look at what is being done at the state level to combat these crises.
By EPA Newswire | May 21, 2015
News Release: WASHINGTON, DC - The House Energy and Commerce Committee today unanimously approved the nonpartisan 21st Century Cures Act 51-0. The nonpartisan legislation will help to modernize and personalize health care, encourage greater innovation, support research, and streamline the system to deliver better, ...
By EPA Newswire | May 21, 2015
News Release: “Commissioner Rosenworcel has been a tireless and passionate public servant throughout her career. Her deep understanding of the issues that Commission confronts has made her a valuable resource for the agency and for those of us in Congress. I commend the President on an excellent nomination."
By EPA Newswire | May 20, 2015
News Release: WASHINGTON, DC - The Subcommittee on Communications and Technology, chaired by Rep. Greg Walden (R-OR), today approved seven bills aimed at improving transparency and process at the Federal Communications Commission. Today’s markup follows two hearings by the subcommittee examining these issues with members of the commission and expert witnesses.
