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Recent News About House Energy and Commerce Committee
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Chairman Brett Guthrie led House Republicans supporting a Trump administration proposal changing federal vehicle fuel efficiency rules. Lawmakers say this would lower car costs for families compared with earlier regulations. The House Energy and Commerce Committee has played a key role shaping such policies.
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The House Energy and Commerce Committee has issued a subpoena demanding records from California officials about their electric vehicle mandate policies. Chairman Brett Guthrie said this move follows months of non-compliance during an ongoing investigation into regulations affecting auto manufacturers. The committee's action highlights continued debate over federal versus state authority on environmental rules.
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A House subcommittee led by Congressman Richard Hudson held a hearing reviewing updates needed for U.S. telecommunications law after thirty years. Lawmakers discussed adapting regulations for new technologies such as broadband and artificial intelligence.
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Congressman Morgan Griffith led a hearing reviewing fourteen proposed bills targeting illicit drug threats across America. The measures focus on combating substances like fentanyl while supporting law enforcement efforts amid rising overdose rates.
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Chairman Brett Guthrie has issued his first subpoena demanding documents from CARB regarding implementation of nullified vehicle emission rules in California. The move follows allegations that automakers were required by CARB officials to comply with banned regulations.
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Chairman Brett Guthrie has sent a letter questioning Columbia University's compliance with federal anti-discrimination laws after recent allegations regarding protection against antisemitism. The House Energy and Commerce Committee seeks detailed reporting from the university amid ongoing investigations into civil rights law adherence at federally funded institutions.
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Chairman Richard Hudson led a House subcommittee hearing reviewing three decades since passage of the Telecommunications Act of 1996. Lawmakers discussed how technological changes may require updates in federal policy.
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A House subcommittee led by Congressman Morgan Griffith held a hearing focused on policies addressing illicit drug threats including xylazine and fentanyl. Lawmakers discussed several bills aimed at reducing overdose deaths through regulation changes or increased access to non-opioid pain treatments.
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The House Energy and Commerce Committee has sent two bipartisan bills focused on first responder networks and emergency alerts for consideration by all members of Congress. Lawmakers say these measures aim at improving communication systems during natural disasters.
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Chairman Brett Guthrie announced that two bills focused on public safety communications were discussed at a recent House Energy and Commerce Committee markup session. The proposed legislation aims to improve emergency alert systems like FirstNet while also introducing satellite-based alerts through new measures.
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Chairman Brett Guthrie announced a Full Committee markup for two key bills related to FirstNet reauthorization and emergency alerts. The session will take place March 25 at Rayburn House Office Building. The meeting is open to both public attendance and press coverage.
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The House Energy and Commerce Committee has scheduled two subcommittee hearings and a full committee markup for late March. Topics include emergency communications systems modernization, telecom policy review, and addressing illicit drug threats.
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A congressional subcommittee led by Congressman John Joyce held a hearing on Mar. 17 examining widespread Medicare and Medicaid fraud. The session addressed how these crimes impact vulnerable populations while costing taxpayers billions each year.
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A House subcommittee led by Congressman Bob Latta held a hearing examining lessons from Winter Storm Fern regarding electric grid reliability during severe weather events. Lawmakers discussed infrastructure challenges affecting reliable power delivery amid rising demand.
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Congressman Richard Hudson opened a subcommittee hearing addressing how America can maintain its lead in communications technology. His statement covered domestic policy roles, international coordination through bodies like ITU, concerns about China's influence, and upcoming decisions at WRC-27.
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A House subcommittee held a hearing focused on securing U.S. leadership in communications technology amid rising international competition from countries like China. Lawmakers discussed national security implications and emphasized faster coordination ahead of major global conferences.
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A House subcommittee led by Congressman Morgan Griffith held a hearing examining how hospital consolidation affects health care costs for Americans. Lawmakers discussed declining Medicare reimbursements and challenges facing rural providers. The House Energy and Commerce Committee's historical role was also highlighted.
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House Republican leaders responded after the White House released a federal artificial intelligence framework. They emphasized bipartisan cooperation for future AI legislation focused on innovation and consumer protection.
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The House Energy and Commerce Committee will hold a public hearing on March 26 about policies addressing illicit drug threats. The session will review multiple bills aimed at preventing dangerous substances from impacting American communities.
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House Energy and Commerce leaders have requested information from Garney Companies about an unfinalized emergency repair contract related to a major Potomac Interceptor sewer collapse earlier this year. Lawmakers are investigating causes behind what is being called one of America's largest sewage spills.