Airworthiness Directive Issued by FAA Involving Airbus Aircraft
WASHINGTON, May 27 -- The U.S. Department of Transportation Federal Aviation Administration has issued a proposed rule (14 CFR Part 39), published in the Federal Register on May 26, 2023, entitled "Airworthiness Directives; Airbus SAS Airplanes."
The proposed rule was issued by Michael Linegang, acting director in the Compliance and Airworthiness Division in the Aircraft Certification Service.
COMMENT DEADLINE: July 10, 2023
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SUMMARY:
The FAA proposes to adopt a new airworthiness direc more
Airworthiness Directive Issued by FAA Involving Boeing Aircraft
WASHINGTON, May 27 -- The U.S. Department of Transportation Federal Aviation Administration has issued a rule (14 CFR Part 39), published in the Federal Register on May 26, 2023, entitled "Airworthiness Directives; The Boeing Company Airplanes."
The rule was issued by Christina Underwood, acting director in the Compliance and Airworthiness Division in the Aircraft Certification Service.
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SUMMARY:
The FAA is adopting a new airworthiness directive (AD) for certain The Boeing Company Model more
Airworthiness Directive Issued by FAA Involving Sikorsky Aircraft Helicopters
WASHINGTON, May 27 -- The U.S. Department of Transportation Federal Aviation Administration has issued a rule (14 CFR Part 39), published in the Federal Register on May 25, 2023, entitled "Airworthiness Directives; Sikorsky Aircraft Corporation Helicopters."
The rule was issued by Michael Linegang, acting director in the Compliance and Airworthiness Division in the Aircraft Certification Service.
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SUMMARY:
The FAA is superseding Airworthiness Directive (AD) 2022-02-01 for Sikorsky Aircr more
Airworthiness Directive Issued by FAA Involving Transport, Commuter Category Aircraft (Part 1 of 2)
WASHINGTON, May 27 -- The U.S. Department of Transportation Federal Aviation Administration has issued a rule (14 CFR Part 39), published in the Federal Register on May 26, 2023, entitled "Airworthiness Directives; Transport and Commuter Category Airplanes."
The rule was issued by Michael Linegang, acting director in the Compliance and Airworthiness Division in the Aircraft Certification Service.
Here are excerpts:
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SUMMARY:
The FAA is superseding Airworthiness Directive (AD) 2021-23-1 more
Airworthiness Directive Issued by FAA Involving Transport, Commuter Category Aircraft (Part 2 of 2)
WASHINGTON, May 27 -- The U.S. Department of Transportation Federal Aviation Administration has issued a rule (14 CFR Part 39), published in the Federal Register on May 26, 2023, entitled "Airworthiness Directives; Transport and Commuter Category Airplanes."
Here are excerpts:
(Continued from Part 1 of 2)
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O. PSD Curve and Associated Compliance Policy
1. Request for Part Numbers/Criteria for Radio Altimeter Tolerance
Comment summary: Many commenters stated concern that the process for more
EPA: Air Plan Approval for Idaho
WASHINGTON, May 27 -- The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency has issued a rule (40 CFR Part 52), published in the Federal Register on May 26, 2023, entitled "Air Plan Approval; ID; State Board Composition."
The rule was issued by Region 10 Administrator Casey Sixkiller.
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SUMMARY:
The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is approving a revision to the Idaho State Implementation Plan (SIP) submitted on August 9, 2022. The revision was submitted to meet the state board composition requi more
EPA: Air Plan Approval for Ill.
WASHINGTON, May 27 -- The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency has issued a rule (40 CFR Part 52), published in the Federal Register on May 30, 2023, entitled "Air Plan Approval; Illinois; Second Maintenance Plan for 1997 Ozone NAAQS; Jersey County Portion of St. Louis Missouri-Illinois Area."
The rule was issued by Region 5 Administrator Debra Shore.
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SUMMARY:
The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is approving, as a revision to the Illinois State Implementation Plan (SIP), the stat more
EPA: Air Plan Approval for Ohio
WASHINGTON, May 27 -- The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency has issued a rule (40 CFR Part 52), published in the Federal Register on May 30, 2023, entitled "Air Plan Approval; Ohio; Sulfur Dioxide Regulations."
The rule was issued by Region 5 Administrator Debra Shore.
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SUMMARY:
The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is approving, under the Clean Air Act (CAA), revised sulfur dioxide (SO2) regulations submitted by Ohio on May 23, 2022. Ohio updated its regulations to make changes more
EPA: Finding of Failure To Submit State Implementation Plan Submissions for Fine Particulate Matter National Ambient Air Quality Standards in Los Angeles-South Coast Air Basin, Calif.
WASHINGTON, May 27 -- The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency has issued a rule (40 CFR Part 52), published in the Federal Register on May 26, 2023, entitled "Finding of Failure To Submit State Implementation Plan Submissions for the 2012 Fine Particulate Matter National Ambient Air Quality Standards; California; Los Angeles-South Coast Air Basin."
The rule was issued by Region 9 Administrator Martha Guzman Aceves.
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SUMMARY:
The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is taking final act more
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Darin Atwater to Join Peabody Conservatory as Distinguished Visiting Faculty
BALTIMORE, Maryland, May 29 (TNSper) -- The Johns Hopkins University's Peabody Institute issued the following news:
A strong advocate for arts, culture, and music education, composer/ conductor/ performer/ producer/ educator Darin Atwater will join the Peabody Conservatory as Distinguished Visiting Faculty in the 2023-24 academic year. In this new role, Atwater will serve as a diversity advocate supporting the selection and evaluation of the repertoire that is taught and performed at the Conser more
Utah A.G. Reyes: ICAC Commander Alan White Retires After 12 Years of Service Protecting Kids
SALT LAKE CITY, Utah, May 29 (TNSper) -- Utah Attorney General Sean D. Reyes issued the following news:
After 12 years as an investigator for the Utah Attorney General's Office, and 23 years in law enforcement, Internet Crimes Against Children (ICAC) Commander Alan White has retired.
This office congratulates Commander White and expresses a debt of thanks for his dedication and service to the citizens of Utah in an effort to protect children from those who seek to exploit children.
Commander more
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GOVERNMENT - Congressional Research Service
Congressional Research Service Issues In Focus White Paper on Fusion Energy
WASHINGTON, May 26 -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF12411) on fusion energy on May 24, 2023, by Daniel Morgan, science and technology policy specialist:
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Fusion Energy
The federal government has supported fusion energy research and development (R&D) for decades. In recent years, congressional interest in fusion has grown in response to scientific progress by fusion researchers, the emergence of a growing commercial fusion industry, an more
Congressional Research Service Issues In Focus White Paper on Offshore Energy
WASHINGTON, May 26 -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF12411) on offshore energy on May 25, 2023, by transportation policy specialist John Frittelli:
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Offshore Energy: Vessel and Crew Nationality Requirements
Introduction
The 118th Congress is debating whether to further restrict foreigners from working in the U.S. offshore energy sector (i.e., oil, gas, and wind). The offshore wind industry asserts that proposed restrictions in H.R. 2 more
Congressional Research Service Issues In Focus White Paper on Venture Capital Operations & Regulation
WASHINGTON, May 26 -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF12411) on venture capital operations and regulation on May 25, 2023, by financial economics specialist Eva Su.
Here are excerpts:
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Venture Capital Operations and Regulation
Venture capital (VC) funds are sources of startup financing for early-stage, high-growth firms, such as technology startups. According to the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), as of the second quarter of more
Congressional Research Service: 'Debt Limit Policy Questions - What Are Potential Economic Effects of a Binding Federal Debt Limit?'
WASHINGTON, May 26 -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following report (No. R47574) on May 25, 2023, entitled "Debt Limit Policy Questions: What Are the Potential Economic Effects of a Binding Federal Debt Limit?" by public finance specialists Brendan McDermott and Grant A. Driessen.
Here are excerpts:
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SUMMARY
Federal law prohibits the "face amount of obligations whose principal and interest are guaranteed by the United States Government" from exceeding the statutory debt more
Congressional Research Service Issues In Focus White Paper on Adverse Effect Wage Rate Methodology for Temporary Employment of H-2A Nonimmigrants in U.S.
WASHINGTON, May 25 -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF12408) on adverse effect wage rate methodology for temporary employment of H-2A nonimmigrants in the U.S. on May 23, 2023, by labor policy specialist Sarah A. Donovan:
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Adverse Effect Wage Rate (AEWR) Methodology for Temporary Employment of H-2A Nonimmigrants in the United States
Introduction
The H-2A visa program allows for the temporary admission of foreign workers to the United S more
Congressional Research Service Issues In Focus White Paper on CIGIE Integrity Committee
WASHINGTON, May 25 -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF12410) on the Council of the Inspectors General for Integrity and Efficiency Integrity committee on May 24, 2023, by Ben Wilhelm, government organization and management analyst.
Here are excerpts:
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Oversight of Inspectors General: The CIGIE Integrity Committee
The role of inspectors general (IGs) in the federal government makes it particularly important that they operate with integr more
Congressional Research Service Issues In Focus White Paper on Palestinians
WASHINGTON, May 25 -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF10644) on the Palestinians on May 24, 2023, by Middle Eastern affairs specialist Jim Zanotti.
Here are excerpts:
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The Palestinians: Overview, Aid, and U.S. Policy Issues
The Palestinians are an Arab people whose origins are in present-day Israel, the West Bank, and Gaza. Their ongoing disputes and interactions with Israel raise significant issues for U.S. policy (see "U.S. Policy I more
Congressional Research Service Issues In Focus White Paper on Place-Based Economic Development
WASHINGTON, May 25 -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF12409) on place-based economic development on May 24, 2023, by economic development policy analyst Adam G. Levin.
Here are excerpts:
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What Is Place-Based Economic Development?
The Economic Development Administration (EDA) defines economic development as creating "the conditions for economic growth and improved quality of life by expanding the capacity of individuals, firms, and comm more
Congressional Research Service Issues In Focus White Paper on Cambodia
WASHINGTON, May 24 -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF10238) on Cambodia on May 23, 2023, by Asian affairs specialist Thomas Lum.
Here are excerpts:
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Cambodia
Overview
The Department of State refers to the Kingdom of Cambodia, located in mainland Southeast Asia, as "strategically significant." Bilateral relations have become strained during the past decade, particularly as Cambodia's relationship with the People's Republic of China (P more
Congressional Research Service Issues In Focus White Paper on Dispute Settlement in WTO & U.S. Trade Agreements
WASHINGTON, May 24 -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF10645) entitled "Dispute Settlement in WTO and U.S. Trade Agreements" on May 23, 2023, by Christopher A. Casey and Cathleen D. Cimino-Isaacs, international trade and finance specialists.
Here are excerpts:
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Dispute Settlement in the WTO and U.S. Trade Agreements
Since the 1980s, Congress has consistently declared that a principal trade negotiating objective of the United States is more
Congressional Research Service Issues In Focus White Paper on Experimental Populations Under Endangered Species Act
WASHINGTON, May 24 -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF12407) on experimental populations under the Endangered Species Act on May 23, 2023, by legislative attorneys Erin H. Ward and Benjamin M. Barczewski:
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Experimental Populations Under the Endangered Species Act
Section 10(j) of the Endangered Species Act (ESA; 16 U.S.C. Sec.Sec. 1531 et seq.) allows for the establishment of experimental populations of endangered or threatened species more
Congressional Research Service Issues In Focus White Paper on Introduction to Cryptocurrency
WASHINGTON, May 24 -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF12405) on introduction to cryptocurrency on May 23, 2023, by financial economics analyst Paul Tierno:
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Introduction to Cryptocurrency
Cryptocurrencies (or crypto) are digital financial instruments exchanged and recorded on public ledgers (known as blockchains) that do not require central intermediaries (e.g., commercial banks, central banks) for clearing and settlement. Users and tra more
Congressional Research Service Issues In Focus White Paper on NOAA FY2024 Budget Request & Appropriations
WASHINGTON, May 24 -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF12406) on the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration fiscal 2024 budget request and appropriations on May 22, 2023, by natural resources policy analyst Eva Lipiec.
Here are excerpts:
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National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) FY2024 Budget Request and Appropriations
The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) is an agency in the Department of Com more
Congressional Research Service Issues Insight White Paper on Overview of Tribal Child Support Enforcement Program Financing
WASHINGTON, May 24 -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following Insight white paper (No. IN12164) entitled "Overview of Tribal Child Support Enforcement Program Financing" on May 22, 2023, by social policy specialist Jessica Tollestrup:
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Overview of Tribal Child Support Enforcement (CSE) Program Financing
All 50 states, the District of Columbia, Guam, Puerto Rico, the U.S. Virgin Islands, and certain tribal nations operate Child Support Enforcement (CSE) programs pursuant t more
Congressional Research Service Issues Insight White Paper on Responding to Drought in Colorado River Basin
WASHINGTON, May 24 -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following Insight white paper (No. IN11982) on responding to drought in the Colorado River Basin on May 23, 2023, by natural resources policy specialist Charles V. Stern.
Here are excerpts:
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Responding to Drought in the Colorado River Basin: Federal and State Efforts
The Colorado River Basin (Figure 1) covers more than 246,000 square miles in seven U.S. states and Mexico. Basin waters are managed and governed by multipl more
Congressional Research Service Issues In Focus White Paper on Commercial Space Launch & April 2023 Starship Mishap
WASHINGTON, May 23 -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF10799) on commercial space launch and the April 2023 Starship mishap on May 19, 2023, by Daniel Morgan, science and technology policy specialist.
Here are excerpts:
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Commercial Space Launch and the April 2023 Starship Mishap
The commercial space industry, including the launch sector, has been expanding rapidly (see Figure 1). A mishap during a test of a new rocket in April 2023 has more
Congressional Research Service Issues In Focus White Paper on Nonfederal Levee Safety
WASHINGTON, May 23 -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF12404) on nonfederal levee safety on May 22, 2023, by natural resources policy specialist Nicole T. Carter and flood insurance and emergency management specialist Diane P. Horn.
Here are excerpts:
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Nonfederal Levee Safety: Primer, Status, and Considerations
This In Focus discusses nonfederal levees, the evolution of federal efforts to enhance nonfederal levee safety since 2007, and more
Congressional Research Service Issues In Focus White Paper on Prospects for U.S.-Saudi Nuclear Energy Cooperation
WASHINGTON, May 23 -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF10799) on prospects for U.S.-Saudi nuclear energy cooperation on May 19, 2023, by Middle Eastern affairs specialist Christopher M. Blanchard and nonproliferation specialist Paul K. Kerr:
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Prospects for U.S.-Saudi Nuclear Energy Cooperation
Overview
The 118th Congress may engage the Biden Administration with regard to U.S. policy toward Saudi Arabia's National Project for Atomic Ene more
Congressional Research Service Issues In Focus White Paper on SBA's Small Business Development Centers Program
WASHINGTON, May 23 -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF12402) on the Small Business Administration's Small Business Development Centers program on May 19, 2023, by R. Corinne Blackford, small business and economic development policy analyst.
Here are excerpts:
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The SBA's Small Business Development Centers Program
Overview
The Small Business Administration's (SBA) Small Business Development Centers (SBDCs) provide free counseling, trai more
Congressional Research Service Issues In Focus White Paper on Strategic Nuclear Forces
WASHINGTON, May 23 -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF10799) on strategic nuclear forces on May 19, 2023, by nonproliferation specialist Paul K. Kerr.
Here are excerpts:
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Defense Primer: Strategic Nuclear Forces
The Nuclear Triad
Since the early 1960s, the United States has maintained a "triad" of strategic nuclear delivery vehicles. These include long-range land-based intercontinental ballistic missiles (ICBMs), long-range submarine- more
Congressional Research Service Issues Insight White Paper on Debt Limit Suspensions
WASHINGTON, May 23 -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following Insight white paper (No. IN11829) on debt limit suspensions on May 19, 2023, by economic policy analyst D. Andrew Austin.
Here are excerpts:
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Debt Limit Suspensions
From 2013 until 2019, Congress chose to suspend the statutory limit on the amount of federal debt outstanding for set periods of time, rather than increase the limit by a dollar amount. On October 14, 2021, however, Congress chose to increase the d more
Congressional Research Service: 'Federal Preemption - A Legal Primer' (Part 1 of 2)
WASHINGTON, May 22 -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following report (No. R45825) on May 18, 2023, entitled "Federal Preemption: A Legal Primer."
The report was written by legislative attorneys Bryan L. Adkins, Alexander H. Pepper and Jay B. Sykes.
Here are excerpts:
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SUMMARY
The Constitution's Supremacy Clause provides that federal law is "the supreme Law of the Land" notwithstanding any state law to the contrary. This language is the foundation for the doctrine of fe more
Congressional Research Service: 'Federal Preemption - A Legal Primer' (Part 2 of 2)
WASHINGTON, May 22 -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following report (No. R45825) on May 18, 2023, entitled "Federal Preemption - A Legal Primer:"
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"Requirements," "Laws," "Regulations," and "Standards"
Federal statutes frequently preempt state "requirements," "laws," "regulations," and/or "standards" concerning subjects of federal regulatory concern./97 These preemption clauses have raised the question of whether they encompass state common more
Congressional Research Service: 'Agricultural Conservation - FY2023 & FY2024 Appropriations'
WASHINGTON, May 21 -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following report (No. R47560) on May 18, 2023, entitled "Agricultural Conservation: FY2023 and FY2024 Appropriations" by Megan Stubbs, agricultural conservation and natural resources policy specialist.
Here are excerpts:
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SUMMARY
The Agriculture appropriations bill funds the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) except for the U.S. Forest Service. The FY2023 Consolidated Appropriations Act (P.L. 117-328, Division A) inc more
Congressional Research Service: 'Chevron Deference - A Primer' (Part 1 of 3)
WASHINGTON, May 21 -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following report (No. R44954) on May 18, 2023, entitled "Chevron Deference: A Primer" by legislative attorney Benjamin M. Barczewski:
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SUMMARY
When Congress delegates regulatory functions to an administrative agency, that agency's ability to act is governed by the statutes that authorize it to carry out these delegated tasks. In the course of its work, an agency must interpret these statutory authorizations to determine more
Congressional Research Service: 'Chevron Deference - A Primer' (Part 2 of 3)
WASHINGTON, May 21 -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following report (No. R44954) on May 18, 2023, entitled "Chevron Deference - A Primer:"
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Chevron Step Two
If a court determines at step one that the statute is ambiguous or silent on the particular issue in question, the Chevron framework next requires consideration of whether the agency's construction of the statute is "reasonable."/110 Under Chevron's step two analysis, if Congress has de more
Congressional Research Service: 'Chevron Deference - A Primer' (Part 3 of 3)
WASHINGTON, May 21 -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following report (No. R44954) on May 18, 2023, entitled "Chevron Deference - A Primer:"
(Continued from Part 2 of 3)
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The Major Questions Doctrine
Questions about the future of Chevron have become even more urgent in light of recent cases applying an alternative tool of statutory interpretation, the "major questions doctrine."/227 Under that doctrine, the Court has sometimes declined to defer to an agency interpretatio more
Congressional Research Service: 'Lebanon - Background & U.S. Relations' (Part 1 of 2)
WASHINGTON, May 20 -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following report (No. R44759) on May 19, 2023, entitled "Lebanon: Background and U.S. Relations" by Middle Eastern affairs analyst Carla E. Humud.
Here are excerpts:
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SUMMARY
Lebanon: Background and U.S. Relations
Since having its boundaries drawn by France after the First World War, Lebanon has struggled to define its national identity. Its population then included Christian, Sunni Muslim, and Shi'a Muslim communities more
Congressional Research Service: 'Lebanon - Background & U.S. Relations' (Part 2 of 2)
WASHINGTON, May 20 -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following report (No. R44759) on May 19, 2023, entitled "Lebanon - Background and U.S. Relations:"
(Continued from Part 1 of 2)
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Refugees and Lebanese Policy
Refugees from Syria
The outbreak of conflict in Syria in 2011 led to a surge of Syrian refugee arrivals in Lebanon. By 2014, Lebanon had the highest per capita refugee population in the world, with refugees equaling one-quarter of the resident population./43 Thos more
GOVERNMENT - Congressional Testimony
House Veterans' Affairs Subcommittee Issues Testimony From American Veterans National Service Director Black
WASHINGTON, May 27 -- The House Veterans' Affairs Subcommittee on Disability Assistance and Memorial Affairs issued the following testimony by Michael T. Black, national service director of American Veterans, involving a hearing on May 16, 2023, entitled "Reviewing VA's Implementation of the PACT Act." PACT Act is the Sergeant First Class Heath Robinson Honoring Our Promise to Address Comprehensive Toxics Act.
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Chairman Luttrell, Ranking Member Pappas, and distinguished members of the Sub more
House Veterans' Affairs Subcommittee Issues Testimony From Defense Support Services Center Acting Director Baird
WASHINGTON, May 27 -- The House Veterans' Affairs Subcommittee on Economic Opportunity issued the following testimony by Alex Baird, acting director for the Defense Support Services Center of the Defense Department, involving a hearing on May 17, 2023, entitled "The Transition Assistance Program: Steps to Ensure Success for Servicemembers as they Enter Civilian Life":
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Thank you for the opportunity to appear before you for this oversight hearing on the Transition Assistance Program (TAP). more
House Veterans' Affairs Subcommittee Issues Testimony From Service Women's Action Network Director Fenner
WASHINGTON, May 27 -- The House Veterans' Affairs Subcommittee on Disability Assistance and Memorial Affairs issued the following testimony by Lorry M. Fenner, director of government relations at the Service Women's Action Network, involving a hearing on May 16, 2023, entitled "Reviewing VA's Implementation of the PACT Act." PACT Act is the Sergeant First Class Heath Robinson Honoring Our Promise to Address Comprehensive Toxics Act.
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On behalf of the Service Women's Action Network (SWAN), more
House Veterans' Affairs Subcommittee Issues Testimony From Student Veterans of America Chief of Staff Kinch
WASHINGTON, May 27 -- The House Veterans' Affairs Subcommittee on Economic Opportunity issued the following testimony by Abby Kinch, chief of staff for the Student Veterans of America, involving a hearing on May 17, 2023, entitled "The Transition Assistance Program: Steps to Ensure Success for Servicemembers as they Enter Civilian Life":
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Chairman Van Orden, Ranking Member Levin, and Members of the Subcommittee, thank you for inviting Student Veterans of America (SVA) to submit testimony more
House Veterans' Affairs Subcommittee Issues Testimony From Under Secretary of VA for Benefits Jacobs
WASHINGTON, May 27 -- The House Veterans' Affairs Subcommittee on Disability Assistance and Memorial Affairs issued the following testimony by Joshua Jacobs, under secretary of Veterans Affairs for benefits, involving a hearing on May 16, 2023, entitled "Reviewing VA's Implementation of the PACT Act." PACT Act is the Sergeant First Class Heath Robinson Honoring Our Promise to Address Comprehensive Toxics Act.
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Thank you for the opportunity to appear before you today to discuss the Departm more
House Veterans' Affairs Subcommittee Issues Testimony From Veterans Employment & Training Service Deputy Assistant Secretary Devlin
WASHINGTON, May 27 -- The House Veterans' Affairs Subcommittee on Economic Opportunity issued the following testimony by Margarita Devlin, deputy assistant secretary of the U.S. Department of Labor Veterans Employment and Training Service, involving a hearing on May 17, 2023, entitled "The Transition Assistance Program: Steps to Ensure Success for Servicemembers as they Enter Civilian Life":
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Thank you for the opportunity to testify before you today on the current state of the Transition more
House Veterans' Affairs Subcommittee Issues Testimony From Veterans of Foreign Wars Associate Director Dymond
WASHINGTON, May 27 -- The House Veterans' Affairs Subcommittee on Economic Opportunity issued the following testimony by Brittany Dymond, associate director for the National Security and Foreign Affairs Directorate of the Veterans of Foreign Wars, involving a hearing on May 17, 2023, entitled "The Transition Assistance Program: Steps to Ensure Success for Servicemembers as they Enter Civilian Life":
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On behalf of the men and women of the Veterans of Foreign Wars of the United States (VFW) more
House Veterans' Affairs Subcommittee Issues Testimony From Wounded Warrior Project
WASHINGTON, May 27 -- The House Veterans' Affairs Subcommittee on Disability Assistance and Memorial Affairs issued the following testimony by Aleks Morosky, government affairs deputy director of the Wounded Warrior Project, involving a hearing on May 16, 2023, entitled "Reviewing VA's Implementation of the PACT Act." PACT Act is the Sergeant First Class Heath Robinson Honoring Our Promise to Address Comprehensive Toxics Act.
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Chairman Luttrell, Ranking Member Pappas, and distinguished me more
House Agriculture Subcommittee Issues Testimony From American Sheep Industry Association
WASHINGTON, May 26 -- The House Agriculture Subcommittee on Livestock, Dairy and Poultry issued the following testimony by Laurie Hubbard, a board director at American Sheep Industry Association, involving a hearing on May 17, 2023, entitled "A Review of Animal Agriculture Stakeholder Priorities":
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Chairman Thompson, Ranking Member Scott, and members of the committee, thank you for the opportunity to speak with you today. I am Laurie Hubbard, a sheep producer from Pennsylvania and a direc more
House Agriculture Subcommittee Issues Testimony From Intertribal Agriculture Council Director Scott
WASHINGTON, May 26 -- The House Agriculture Subcommittee on Livestock, Dairy and Poultry issued the following testimony by Kelsey Scott, director of programs at the Intertribal Agriculture Council, involving a hearing on May 17, 2023, entitled "A Review of Animal Agriculture Stakeholder Priorities":
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Hinhanni waste (good morning) and Wophila (thank you) Chairman Mann, Ranking member Costa, and members of the Subcommittee on Livestock, Dairy, and Poultry, for the opportunity to appear befo more
House Agriculture Subcommittee Issues Testimony From National Cattlemen's Beef Association
WASHINGTON, May 26 -- The House Agriculture Subcommittee on Livestock, Dairy and Poultry issued the following testimony by Todd Wilkinson, president of the National Cattlemen's Beef Association, involving a hearing on May 17, 2023, entitled "A Review of Animal Agriculture Stakeholder Priorities":
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On behalf of America's cattle producers, thank you for inviting me to provide an update on the state of the U.S. cattle industry.
My name is Todd Wilkinson, and I currently serve as President o more
House Agriculture Subcommittee Issues Testimony From National Pork Producers Council
WASHINGTON, May 26 -- The House Agriculture Subcommittee on Livestock, Dairy and Poultry issued the following written testimony by Scott Hays, president of the National Pork Producers Council, involving a hearing on May 17, 2023, entitled "A Review of Animal Agriculture Stakeholder Priorities":
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The National Pork Producers Council (NPPC), representing 42 affiliated state associations, works to ensure the U.S. pork industry remains a consistent and responsible supplier of high-quality pork more
House Agriculture Subcommittee Issues Testimony From National Turkey Federation
WASHINGTON, May 26 -- The House Agriculture Subcommittee on Livestock, Dairy and Poultry issued the following testimony by John Zimmerman, vice chairman of the National Turkey Federation, involving a hearing on May 17, 2023, entitled "A Review of Animal Agriculture Stakeholder Priorities":
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Good morning, Chairman Mann, Ranking Member Costa members of the subcommittee. Thank you for the opportunity to share the turkey industry's perspective today.
My name is John Zimmerman, and I'm a seco more
House Agriculture Subcommittee Issues Testimony From North American Meat Institute VP Burns
WASHINGTON, May 26 -- The House Agriculture Subcommittee on Livestock, Dairy and Poultry issued the following testimony by Bryan Burns, vice president and associate general counsel at the North American Meat Institute, involving a hearing on May 17, 2023, entitled "A Review of Animal Agriculture Stakeholder Priorities":
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The Meat Institute is the United States' oldest and largest trade association representing packers and processors of beef, pork, lamb, veal, poultry, and processed meat p more
House Agriculture Subcommittee Issues Testimony From U.S. Forest Service Chief Moore
WASHINGTON, May 26 -- The House Agriculture Subcommittee on Forestry issued the following testimony by Randy Moore, chief of the U.S. Department of Agriculture U.S. Forest Service, involving a hearing on May 16, 2023, entitled "To Review the National Forest System: Supporting Forest Health and Confronting the Wildfire Crisis":
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Thank you for the opportunity to review how the Farm Bill supports forest health and aids our efforts to confront the wildfire crisis. The U.S. Department of Agric more
House Financial Services Subcommittee Issues Testimony From Carta CEO & Co-Founder Ward
WASHINGTON, May 26 -- The House Financial Services Subcommittee on Capital Markets issued the following testimony by Carta CEO and Co-Founder Henry Ward involving a hearing on April 19, 2023, entitled "A Roadmap for Growth: Reforms to Encourage Capital Formation and Investment Opportunities for All Americans":
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Chairman Wagner, Ranking Member Sherman, and members of the Committee, thank you for the opportunity to appear before you today as an advocate for the venture ecosystem and the pri more
House Financial Services Subcommittee Issues Testimony From Latham & Watkins Partner Trotter
WASHINGTON, May 26 -- The House Financial Services Subcommittee on Capital Markets issued the following testimony by Latham and Watkins Partner Joel H. Trotter involving a hearing on April 19, 2023, entitled "A Roadmap for Growth: Reforms to Encourage Capital Formation and Investment Opportunities for All Americans":
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Chairman Wagner, Ranking Member Sherman, and Members of the Subcommittee:
Thank you for inviting me to appear before you today.
Introduction
Based on my experience as par more
House Financial Services Subcommittee Issues Testimony From Maryland Securities Commissioner Lubin (Part 1 of 3)
WASHINGTON, May 26 -- The House Financial Services Subcommittee on Capital Markets issued the following written testimony by Maryland Securities Commissioner Melanie Senter Lubin, on behalf of the North American Securities Administrators Association, involving a hearing on April 19, 2023, entitled "A Roadmap for Growth: Reforms to Encourage Capital Formation and Investment Opportunities for All Americans":
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NASAA Organized in 1919, the North American Securities Administrators Association more
House Financial Services Subcommittee Issues Testimony From Maryland Securities Commissioner Lubin (Part 2 of 3)
WASHINGTON, May 26 -- The House Financial Services Subcommittee on Capital Markets issued the following written testimony by Maryland Securities Commissioner Melanie Senter Lubin, on behalf of the North American Securities Administrators Association, involving a hearing on April 19, 2023, entitled "A Roadmap for Growth: Reforms to Encourage Capital Formation and Investment Opportunities for All Americans":
(Continued from Part 1 of 3)
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The proposals under discussion are (1) H.R. ___, the more
House Financial Services Subcommittee Issues Testimony From Maryland Securities Commissioner Lubin (Part 3 of 3)
WASHINGTON, May 26 -- The House Financial Services Subcommittee on Capital Markets issued the following written testimony by Maryland Securities Commissioner Melanie Senter Lubin, on behalf of the North American Securities Administrators Association, involving a hearing on April 19, 2023, entitled "A Roadmap for Growth: Reforms to Encourage Capital Formation and Investment Opportunities for All Americans":
(Continued from Part 2 of 3)
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To put this proposal in context, securities industry more
House Financial Services Subcommittee Issues Testimony From Opportunity Hub Executive Chairman & CEO Sampson
WASHINGTON, May 26 -- The House Financial Services Subcommittee on Capital Markets issued the following written testimony by Opportunity Hub Executive Chairman and CEO Rodney Sampson involving a hearing on April 19, 2023, entitled "A Roadmap for Growth: Reforms to Encourage Capital Formation and Investment Opportunities for All Americans":
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Chair McHenry, Ranking Member Waters, Chair Wagner, Ranking Member Sherman, and Members of the Committee:
Thank you for the opportunity to appear bef more
House Financial Services Subcommittee Issues Testimony From Overlooked Ventures Founding Partner Brooks
WASHINGTON, May 26 -- The House Financial Services Subcommittee on Capital Markets issued the following testimony by Overlooked Ventures Founding Partner Brandon Brooks involving a hearing on April 19, 2023, entitled "A Roadmap for Growth: Reforms to Encourage Capital Formation and Investment Opportunities for All Americans":
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Esteemed members of the House Financial Services Committee, I stand before you today as a representative of the voiceless and marginalized, the overlooked and under more
House Foreign Affairs Subcommittee Issues Testimony From Ex-Deputy Assistant Secretary of State Feith
WASHINGTON, May 26 -- The House Foreign Affairs Subcommittee on the Indo-Pacific issued the following testimony by David Feith, ex-deputy assistant secretary of State for East Asian and Pacific affairs, involving a hearing on May 18, 2023, entitled "Standing United Against the People's Republic of China's Economic Aggression and Predatory Practices."
Feith is also an adjunct senior fellow at the Center for a New American Security.
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My testimony has three purposes:
1. First is to outline more
House Foreign Affairs Subcommittee Issues Testimony From FemtoMetrix CEO Raphael
WASHINGTON, May 26 -- The House Foreign Affairs Subcommittee on the Indo-Pacific issued the following testimony by FemtoMetrix Inc. CEO Alon Raphael involving a hearing on May 18, 2023, entitled "Standing United Against the People's Republic of China's Economic Aggression and Predatory Practices":
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Thank you for the opportunity to testify at today's hearing entitled "Standing United Against the People's Republic of China's Economic Aggression and Predatory Practices." It is an honor to be more
House Veterans' Affairs Subcommittee Issues Testimony From American Legion Veterans Affairs, Rehabilitation Division Director Ellett
WASHINGTON, May 26 -- The House Veterans' Affairs Subcommittee on Health issued the following testimony by Tiffany Ellett, veterans affairs and rehabilitation division director at the American Legion, at a hearing on March 29, 2023, on veterans-related programs and services legislation.
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The legislation includes the VA Same-Day Scheduling Act of 2023 (H.R. 41), Improving Veterans Access to Congressional Services Act of 2023 (H.R. 562), Veterans Patient Advocacy Act (H.R. 808), Modernizing more
House Veterans' Affairs Subcommittee Issues Testimony From American Legion Veterans Education & Employment Policy Analyst Brennan
WASHINGTON, May 26 -- The House Veterans' Affairs Subcommittee on Economic Opportunity issued the following testimony by Matthew Brennan, veterans' education and employment policy analyst at the American Legion, at a hearing on March 30, 2023, on veterans-related programs and services legislation.
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The legislation includes the Vaccine Discharge Parity Act (H.R. 291), To direct the Assistant Secretary of Labor for Veterans' Employment and Training to carry out a pilot program on short-term more
House Veterans' Affairs Subcommittee Issues Testimony From Code Platoon Chief Operations & Development Officer Boddy
WASHINGTON, May 26 -- The House Veterans' Affairs Subcommittee on Economic Opportunity issued the following testimony by Alicia Boddy, chief operations and development officer at Code Platoon, at a hearing on March 30, 2023, on the VET-TEC Authorization Act of 2023 (H.R. 1669):
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Good morning Chairman Van Orden, Ranking Member Levin and Members of the Committee. Thank you for inviting me here to discuss the VET TEC Authorization Act of 2023.
While I will focus my statement on VET TEC, ple more
House Veterans' Affairs Subcommittee Issues Testimony From Disabled American Veterans Assistant National Legislative Director Retzer
WASHINGTON, May 26 -- The House Veterans' Affairs Subcommittee on Health issued the following testimony by Jon Retzer, assistant national legislative director at the Disabled American Veterans, at a hearing on March 29, 2023, on veterans-related programs and services legislation.
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The legislation includes the VA Same-Day Scheduling Act of 2023 (H.R. 41), Improving Veterans Access to Congressional Services Act of 2023 (H.R. 562), Veterans Patient Advocacy Act (H.R. 808), Modernizing Vetera more
House Veterans' Affairs Subcommittee Issues Testimony From GAO Director Oakley
WASHINGTON, May 26 -- The House Veterans' Affairs Subcommittee on Oversight and Investigation issued the following testimony by Shelby Oakley, director of the contracting and national security acquisitions at the Government Accountability Office, at a hearing on April 19, 2023, on veterans-related programs and services legislation.
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The legislation includes the Electronic Health Record Modernization Improvement Act (H.R. 592), To terminate the Electronic Health Record Modernization Progra more
House Veterans' Affairs Subcommittee Issues Testimony From Independence Fund Chief of Staff Elkins
WASHINGTON, May 26 -- The House Veterans' Affairs Subcommittee on Health issued the following testimony by Independence Fund Chief of Staff Daniel Elkins at an oversight hearing on April 18, 2023, entitled "Combatting a Crisis: Providing Veterans Access to Life-saving Substance Abuse Disorder Treatment":
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Dear Chairwoman Meeks, Ranking Member Brownley, and Members of the Subcommittee:
On behalf of Sarah Verardo, CEO of The Independence Fund, we would like to thank the Subcommittee for yo more
House Veterans' Affairs Subcommittee Issues Testimony From Miramar Health CEO & Owner Sauer
WASHINGTON, May 26 -- The House Veterans' Affairs Subcommittee on Health issued the following testimony by Miramar Health CEO and Owner Thomas B. Sauer at an oversight hearing on April 18, 2023, entitled "Combatting a Crisis: Providing Veterans Access to Life-saving Substance Abuse Disorder Treatment":
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Chair Miller-Meeks, Ranking Member Brownley, and members of the Subcommittee:
I am honored to testify before you today. My name is Tom Sauer, and I'm a Navy and Marine Corps Veteran, havi more
House Veterans' Affairs Subcommittee Issues Testimony From Miramar Health Veteran Outreach Manager Dowling
WASHINGTON, May 26 -- The House Veterans' Affairs Subcommittee on Health issued the following testimony by Miramar Health Veteran Outreach Manager Brendan Dowling at an oversight hearing on April 18, 2023, entitled "Combatting a Crisis: Providing Veterans Access to Life-saving Substance Abuse Disorder Treatment":
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Good morning, Chair Miller-Meeks, Ranking Member Brownley, and distinguished members of the subcommittee.
My name is Brendan Dowling, and I am currently Miramar Health's Vetera more
House Veterans' Affairs Subcommittee Issues Testimony From National Legislative Service Director Murray
WASHINGTON, May 26 -- The House Veterans' Affairs Subcommittee on Economic Opportunity issued the following testimony by National Legislative Service Director Patrick Murray, on behalf of Veterans of Foreign Wars of the U.S., at a hearing on March 30, 2023, on veterans-related programs and services legislation.
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The legislation includes the Vaccine Discharge Parity Act (H.R. 291), To direct the Assistant Secretary of Labor for Veterans' Employment and Training to carry out a pilot program more
House Veterans' Affairs Subcommittee Issues Testimony From Student Veterans of America VP Barlet
WASHINGTON, May 26 -- The House Veterans' Affairs Subcommittee on Economic Opportunity issued the following testimony by Tammy Barlet, vice president of government affairs at the Student Veterans of America, at a hearing on March 30, 2023, on veterans-related programs and services legislation.
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The legislation includes the Vaccine Discharge Parity Act (H.R. 291), Healthy Foundations for Homeless Veterans Act (H.R. 645), To direct the Assistant Secretary of Labor for Veterans' Employment a more
House Veterans' Affairs Subcommittee Issues Testimony From VA Deputy Assistant Undersecretary Montoya (Part 2 of 2)
WASHINGTON, May 26 -- The House Veterans' Affairs Subcommittee on Health issued the following testimony by Alfred A. Montoya Jr., deputy assistant under secretary for health operations in the Office of the Deputy Under Secretary for Health at the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs, at a hearing on March 29, 2023, on veterans-related programs and services legislation.
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The legislation includes the VA Same-Day Scheduling Act of 2023 (H.R. 41), Improving Veterans Access to Congressional Ser more
House Veterans' Affairs Subcommittee Issues Testimony From VA Deputy Executive Director Christy
WASHINGTON, May 26 -- The House Veterans' Affairs Subcommittee on Oversight and Investigation issued the following testimony by Phillip Christy, deputy executive director and deputy chief acquisition officer in the Office of Acquisition, Logistics and Construction at the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs, at a hearing on April 19, 2023, on veterans-related programs and services legislation.
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The legislation includes the Electronic Health Record Modernization Improvement Act (H.R. 592), more
House Veterans' Affairs Subcommittee Issues Testimony From VA Office of Healthcare Inspections Principal Deputy Assistant IG Kroviak
WASHINGTON, May 26 -- The House Veterans' Affairs Subcommittee on Health issued the following testimony by Julie Kroviak, principal deputy assistant inspector general in the Office of Healthcare Inspections at the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs, at an oversight hearing on April 18, 2023, entitled "Combatting a Crisis: Providing Veterans Access to Life-saving Substance Abuse Disorder Treatment":
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Chairwoman Miller-Meeks, Ranking Member Brownley, and Subcommittee Members, thank you for more
House Veterans' Affairs Subcommittee Issues Testimony From VA Office of Mental Health & Suicide Prevention Executive Director Campbell
WASHINGTON, May 26 -- The House Veterans' Affairs Subcommittee on Health issued the following testimony by Tamara Campbell, executive director for the Office of Mental Health and Suicide Prevention at the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs Veterans Health Administration, at an oversight hearing on April 18, 2023, entitled "Combatting a Crisis: Providing Veterans Access to Life-saving Substance Abuse Disorder Treatment":
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Good morning, Chairman Miller-Meeks, Ranking Member Brownley and di more
House Veterans' Affairs Subcommittee Issues Testimony From VA Veterans Benefits Administration Executive Director Garcia
WASHINGTON, May 26 -- The House Veterans' Affairs Subcommittee on Economic Opportunity issued the following testimony by Joseph Garcia, executive director for education service at the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs Veterans Benefits Administration, at a hearing on March 30, 2023, on veterans-related programs and services legislation.
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The legislation includes the Vaccine Discharge Parity Act (H.R. 291), Healthy Foundations for Homeless Veterans Act (H.R. 645), To direct the Assistant more
House Veterans' Affairs Subcommittee Issues Testimony From Wounded Warrior Project Chief Program Officer Silva
WASHINGTON, May 26 -- The House Veterans' Affairs Subcommittee on Health issued the following testimony by Jen Silva, chief program officer at the Wounded Warrior Project, at an oversight hearing on April 18, 2023, entitled "Combatting a Crisis: Providing Veterans Access to Life-saving Substance Abuse Disorder Treatment":
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Chairwoman Miller-Meeks, Ranking Member Brownley, and distinguished members of the House Committee on Veterans' Affairs Subcommittee on Health - thank you for inviting more
House Education & Workforce Committee Issues Testimony From DOEd Secretary Cardona
WASHINGTON, May 25 -- The House Education and the Workforce Committee issued the following testimony by Education Secretary Miguel Cardona involving a hearing on May 16, 2023, entitled "Examining the Policies and Priorities of the Department of Education":
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I am pleased to join you today, and I am proud to testify on behalf of President Biden's fiscal year 2024 Budget Request for the Department of Education. As an educator and a father, I know that nothing unites America's families more t more
House Education & Workforce Subcommittee Issues Testimony From Carlo Salerno
WASHINGTON, May 25 -- The House Education and the Workforce Subcommittee on Higher Education and Workforce Development issued the following testimony by Carlo Salerno involving a hearing on March 23, 2023, entitled "Breaking the System: Examining the Implications of Biden's Student Loan Policies for Students and Taxpayers":
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Chairman Owens, Ranking Member Wilson, and members of the Subcommittee: Thank you for inviting me here today to share my assessment of challenges of the president's s more
House Education & Workforce Subcommittee Issues Testimony From Committee for a Responsible Federal Budget Senior VP Goldwein
WASHINGTON, May 25 -- The House Education and the Workforce Subcommittee on Higher Education and Workforce Development issued the following testimony by Marc Goldwein, senior vice president and senior policy director at the Committee for a Responsible Federal Budget, involving a hearing on March 23, 2023, entitled "Breaking the System: Examining the Implications of Biden's Student Loan Policies for Students and Taxpayers":
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Chairman Owens, Ranking Member Wilson, and Members of the Committ more
House Education & Workforce Subcommittee Issues Testimony From Institute for College Access & Success President Gadkaree
WASHINGTON, May 25 -- The House Education and the Workforce Subcommittee on Higher Education and Workforce Development issued the following testimony by Sameer Gadkaree, president at the Institute for College Access and Success, involving a hearing on March 23, 2023, entitled "Breaking the System: Examining the Implications of Biden's Student Loan Policies for Students and Taxpayers":
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Chairman Owens, Ranking Member Wilson, and members of the subcommittee:
Thank you for the opportunity t more
House Education & Workforce Subcommittee Issues Testimony From Marriner S. Eccles Institute Director Looney
WASHINGTON, May 25 -- The House Education and the Workforce Subcommittee on Higher Education and Workforce Development issued the following testimony by Adam Looney, director of the Marriner S. Eccles Institute and Clinical Professor of Finance at the David Eccles School of Business at the University of Utah, involving a hearing on March 23, 2023, entitled "Breaking the System: Examining the Implications of Biden's Student Loan Policies for Students and Taxpayers":
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The United States Hous more
House Education & Workforce Subcommittee Issues Testimony From Rep. Davidson
WASHINGTON, May 25 -- Rep. Warren Davidson, R-Ohio, a member of the House Education and the Workforce Subcommittee on Early Childhood, Elementary, and Secondary Education, issued the following written testimony at a hearing on April 18, 2023, entitled "School Choice: Expanding Educational Freedom for All":
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Thank you, Chairman Bean - and the rest of this committee - for hosting me on this member panel today to talk about empowering parents and expanding school choice. I'm pleased the comm more
House Education & Workforce Subcommittee Issues Testimony From Rep. Pocan
WASHINGTON, May 25 -- Rep. Mark Pocan, D-Wisconsin, a member of the House Education and the Workforce Subcommittee on Early Childhood, Elementary, and Secondary Education, issued the following written testimony at a hearing on April 18, 2023, entitled "School Choice: Expanding Educational Freedom for All":
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Chairman Bean and Ranking Member Bonamici,
Thank you for the opportunity to testify before today's subcommittee hearing.
The title of today's hearing, "School Choice: Expanding Educa more
House Education & Workforce Subcommittee Issues Testimony From Rep. Smith
WASHINGTON, May 25 -- Rep. Adrian Smith, R-Nebraska, a member of the House Education and the Workforce Subcommittee on Early Childhood, Elementary, and Secondary Education, issued the following testimony at a hearing on April 18, 2023, entitled "School Choice: Expanding Educational Freedom for All":
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Thank you, Chairman Bean, Chairwoman Foxx, Ranking Member Bonamici, and members of the Subcommittee. I appreciate the opportunity to discuss this important topic at today's hearing.
There's more
House Energy & Commerce Subcommittee Issues Testimony From DOE Office of Cybersecurity, Energy Security & Emergency Response
WASHINGTON, May 25 -- The House Energy and Commerce Subcommittee on Oversight and Investigations issued the following testimony by Puesh Kumar, director of the U.S. Department of Energy Office of Cybersecurity, Energy Security, and Emergency Response, involving a hearing on May 16, 2023, entitled "Protecting Critical Infrastructure From Cyberattacks: Examining Expertise of Sector Specific Agencies":
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Thank you for the opportunity to testify on behalf of the Department of Energy (DOE) on t more
House Energy & Commerce Subcommittee Issues Testimony From EPA Water Infrastructure & Cyber Resilience Division Director Travers
WASHINGTON, May 25 -- The House Energy and Commerce Subcommittee on Oversight and Investigations issued the following testimony by David Travers, director of the Water Infrastructure and Cyber Resilience Division of the Office of Water at the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, involving a hearing on May 16, 2023, entitled "Protecting Critical Infrastructure From Cyberattacks: Examining Expertise of Sector Specific Agencies":
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I am David Travers and I serve as the Director of the Water more
House Energy & Commerce Subcommittee Issues Testimony From HHS Office of Preparedness Deputy Director Mazanec
WASHINGTON, May 25 -- The House Energy and Commerce Subcommittee on Oversight and Investigations issued the following testimony by Brian M. Mazanec, deputy director for the Office of Preparedness at the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services Administration for Strategic Preparedness and Response, involving a hearing on May 16, 2023, entitled "Protecting Critical Infrastructure From Cyberattacks: Examining Expertise of Sector Specific Agencies":
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It is an honor to testify before you more
House Financial Services Committee Issues Testimony From Acting Comptroller of the Currency Hsu
WASHINGTON, May 25 -- The House Financial Services Committee issued the following testimony by Acting Comptroller of the Currency Michael Hsu involving a hearing on May 16, 2023, entitled "Oversight of Prudential Regulators":
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I am pleased to testify before the Committee on Financial Services to provide information about the Office of the Comptroller of the Currency's (OCC) actions and responses to recent market stress, and to update Members of the Committee on efforts underway as we work more
House Financial Services Committee Issues Testimony From FDIC Chairman Gruenberg
WASHINGTON, May 25 -- The House Financial Services Committee issued the following testimony by Martin Gruenberg, chairman of the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation, involving a hearing on May 16, 2023, entitled "Oversight of Prudential Regulators":
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I am pleased to appear at today's hearing on "Oversight of Prudential Regulators," to discuss the condition of the banking industry and the Deposit Insurance Fund (DIF), provide the Committee with an update on the Federal Deposit Insurance more
House Financial Services Committee Issues Testimony From Fed Vice Chair for Supervision Barr
WASHINGTON, May 25 -- The House Financial Services Committee issued the following testimony by Michael S. Barr, vice chair for supervision at Fed, involving a hearing on May 16, 2023, entitled "Oversight of Prudential Regulators":
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Overall, the U.S. banking system remains strong and resilient, and depositors should be confident that all deposits in our banking system are safe. At the same time, recent stress in the banking system shows the need for us to be vigilant as we assess and respo more
House Financial Services Committee Issues Testimony From NCUA Chairman Harper
WASHINGTON, May 25 -- The House Financial Services Committee issued the following testimony by Todd M. Harper, chairman of the National Credit Union Administration, involving a hearing on May 16, 2023, entitled "Oversight of Prudential Regulators":
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Thank you for inviting me to discuss the state of the credit union system and to provide an update on the operations, programs, and initiatives of the National Credit Union Administration (NCUA).
The NCUA protects the safety and soundness of more
House Financial Services Subcommittee Issues Testimony From Housing Policy Council President DeMarco
WASHINGTON, May 25 -- The House Financial Services Subcommittee on Housing and Insurance issued the following testimony by Housing Policy Council President Edward J. DeMarco involving a hearing on May 17, 2023, entitled "The Current Mortgage Market: Undermining Housing Affordability With Politics":
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Thank you for the invitation to participate in today's hearing. I am here on behalf of the Housing Policy Council, a trade association comprised of the leading national mortgage lenders and se more
House Financial Services Subcommittee Issues Testimony From National Association of Realtors President Parcell
WASHINGTON, May 25 -- The House Financial Services Subcommittee on Housing and Insurance issued the following written testimony by Kenny Parcell, president of the National Association of Realtors, involving a hearing on May 17, 2023, entitled "The Current Mortgage Market: Undermining Housing Affordability With Politics":
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My name is Kenny Parcell. I am the CEO and broker of Equity Real Estate Utah, with over 25 years of experience as a REALTOR(R), and the 2023 President of the National As more
House Financial Services Subcommittee Issues Testimony From University of Maryland Professor of the Practice
WASHINGTON, May 25 -- The House Financial Services Subcommittee on Housing and Insurance issued the following testimony by Clifford Rossi, professor-of-the-practice and executive-in-residence in Robert H. Smith School of Business at the University of Maryland, involving a hearing on May 17, 2023, entitled "The Current Mortgage Market: Undermining Housing Affordability With Politics":
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I am Dr. Clifford Rossi, Professor-of-the-Practice and Executive-in-Residence at the Robert H. Smith Scho more
House Financial Services Subcommittees Issues Testimony From Calif. Financial Protection & Innovation Dept. Commissioner Hewlett
WASHINGTON, May 25 -- The House Financial Services Subcommittees on Financial Institutions and Monetary Policy and Oversight and Investigations issued the following testimony by Clothilde V. Hewlett, commissioner of the California Department of Financial Protection and Innovation, involving a joint hearing on May 17, 2023, entitled "Continued Oversight Over Regional Bank Failures":
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Chairman, Ranking Member, and Members of the Committee, I appreciate the opportunity to testify on behalf o more
House Financial Services Subcommittees Issues Testimony From Ex-First Republic Bank CEO Roffler
WASHINGTON, May 25 -- The House Financial Services Subcommittees on Financial Institutions and Monetary Policy and Oversight and Investigations issued the following written testimony by Michael J. Roffler, ex-CEO and president at First Republic Bank, involving a joint hearing on May 17, 2023, entitled "Continued Oversight Over Regional Bank Failures":
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Good morning, and thank you for allowing me to speak with you today. Since 2009, I have had the privilege of serving First Republic Bank, more
House Financial Services Subcommittees Issues Testimony From Ex-Signature Bank Chairman Shay
WASHINGTON, May 25 -- The House Financial Services Subcommittees on Financial Institutions and Monetary Policy and Oversight and Investigations issued the following testimony by ex-Signature Bank Chairman Scott A. Shay involving a joint hearing on May 17, 2023, entitled "Continued Oversight Over Regional Bank Failures":
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Thank you for the opportunity to be here today to discuss Signature Bank and my role as Chairman of the Board.
In 2000, I co-founded Signature Bank. At the time, the ban more
House Financial Services Subcommittees Issues Testimony From Ex-Silicon Valley Bank CEO Becker
WASHINGTON, May 25 -- The House Financial Services Subcommittees on Financial Institutions and Monetary Policy and Oversight and Investigations issued the following written testimony by ex-Silicon Valley Bank CEO Gregory W. Becker involving a joint hearing on May 17, 2023, entitled "Continued Oversight Over Regional Bank Failures":
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My name is Greg Becker, and I was the Chief Executive Officer of Silicon Valley Bank ("SVB") and a member of its Board of Directors (the "Board").
At the out more
House Financial Services Subcommittees Issues Testimony From N.Y. Financial Services Dept. Superintendent Harris
WASHINGTON, May 25 -- The House Financial Services Subcommittees on Financial Institutions and Monetary Policy and Oversight and Investigations issued the following testimony by Adrienne Harris, superintendent of the New York Department of Financial Services, involving a joint hearing on May 17, 2023, entitled "Continued Oversight Over Regional Bank Failures":
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I am Adrienne Harris, Superintendent of New York's Department of Financial Services ("DFS" or the "Department"). Thank you for in more
House Judiciary Subcommittee Issues Testimony From Everytown for Gun Safety Senior Director Wilcox
WASHINGTON, May 25 -- The House Judiciary Subcommittee on Crime and Federal Government Surveillance and the House Oversight and Accountability Subcommittee on Economic Growth, Energy Policy and Regulatory Affairs issued the following testimony by Rob Wilcox, senior director of policy at Everytown for Gun Safety, involving a hearing on March 23, 2023, entitled "ATF's Assault on the Second Amendment: When is Enough Enough?." ATF is the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives.
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House Judiciary Subcommittee Issues Testimony From Heritage Foundation Senior Legal Fellow Swearer
WASHINGTON, May 25 -- The House Judiciary Subcommittee on Crime and Federal Government Surveillance and the House Oversight and Accountability Subcommittee on Economic Growth, Energy Policy and Regulatory Affairs issued the following testimony by Amy Swearer, a senior legal fellow in the Edwin Meese III Center for Legal and Judicial Studies at the Heritage Foundation, involving a hearing on March 23, 2023, entitled "ATF's Assault on the Second Amendment: When is Enough Enough?." ATF is the Burea more
House Judiciary Subcommittee Issues Testimony From Stabilizing Brace Inventor Bosco
WASHINGTON, May 25 -- The House Judiciary Subcommittee on Crime and Federal Government Surveillance and the House Oversight and Accountability Subcommittee on Economic Growth, Energy Policy and Regulatory Affairs issued the following testimony by Alex Bosco, inventor of the stabilizing brace, involving a hearing on March 23, 2023, entitled "ATF's Assault on the Second Amendment: When is Enough Enough?." ATF is the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives.
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Chairmen Fallon and B more
House Judiciary Subcommittee Issues Testimony From Zermay-Larosiere Law Group Partner Larosiere
WASHINGTON, May 25 -- The House Judiciary Subcommittee on Crime and Federal Government Surveillance and the House Oversight and Accountability Subcommittee on Economic Growth, Energy Policy and Regulatory Affairs issued the following testimony by Zermay-Larosiere Law Group Partner Matthew Larosiere involving a hearing on March 23, 2023, entitled "ATF's Assault on the Second Amendment: When is Enough Enough?." ATF is the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives.
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Honorable Membe more
House Transportation & Infrastructure Subcommittee Issues Testimony From Airlines for America Senior Vice President Pinkerton
WASHINGTON, May 25 -- The House Transportation and Infrastructure Subcommittee on Aviation issued the following testimony by Sharon Pinkerton, senior vice president for legislative and regulatory affairs at the Airlines for America, involving a hearing on March 23, 2023, entitled "FAA Reauthorization: Navigating the Comprehensive Passenger Experience." FAA is the Federal Aviation Administration.
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Airlines for America (A4A) appreciates the opportunity to testify and bring a broader context more
House Transportation & Infrastructure Subcommittee Issues Testimony From Cianbro Assistant General Manager Dreher
WASHINGTON, May 25 -- The House Transportation and Infrastructure Subcommittee on Highways and Transit issued the following testimony by Cianbro Assistant General Manager Aric Dreher, on behalf of the Associated Builders and Contractors, involving a hearing on March 28, 2023, entitled "Reviewing the Implementation of the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act":
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Chairman Crawford, Ranking Member Norton and Members of the Subcommittee on Highways and Transit: Thank you for the invitation t more
House Transportation & Infrastructure Subcommittee Issues Testimony From CRH Americas Materials Regional President Boyd
WASHINGTON, May 25 -- The House Transportation and Infrastructure Subcommittee on Highways and Transit issued the following testimony by CRH Americas Materials Regional President Dwayne Boyd, on behalf of the National Stone, Sand and Gravel Association, involving a hearing on March 28, 2023, entitled "Reviewing the Implementation of the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act":
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Chairman Graves, Ranking Member Larsen, Chairman Crawford Ranking Member Holmes Norton, and members of the commi more
House Transportation & Infrastructure Subcommittee Issues Testimony From FEMA Deputy Administrator Hooks
WASHINGTON, May 25 -- The House Transportation and Infrastructure Subcommittee on Economic Development, Public Buildings and Emergency Management issued the following testimony by Erik Hooks, deputy administrator of the U.S. Department of Homeland Security Federal Emergency Management Agency, involving a hearing on May 17, 2023, entitled "The Impacts of FEMA's Strategic Plan on Disaster Preparedness and Response":
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During our time together, I look forward to discussing how FEMA's Strategi more
House Transportation & Infrastructure Subcommittee Issues Testimony From GAO Director Currie
WASHINGTON, May 25 -- The House Transportation and Infrastructure Subcommittee on Economic Development, Public Buildings and Emergency Management issued the following testimony by Chris Currie, director of homeland security and justice at the Government Accountability Office, involving a hearing on May 17, 2023, entitled "The Impacts of FEMA's Strategic Plan on Disaster Preparedness and Response":
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Thank you for the opportunity to discuss our work on the challenges facing the Federal Emer more
House Transportation & Infrastructure Subcommittee Issues Testimony From Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport Director Dollio
WASHINGTON, May 25 -- The House Transportation and Infrastructure Subcommittee on Aviation issued the following testimony by Kevin Dollio, director of aviation at the Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport, on behalf of the Airports Council International- North America, involving a hearing on March 23, 2023, entitled "FAA Reauthorization: Navigating the Comprehensive Passenger Experience." FAA is the Federal Aviation Administration.
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Good morning. I am Kevin Dolliole. Director more
House Transportation & Infrastructure Subcommittee Issues Testimony From Md. Environment Secretary McIlwain
WASHINGTON, May 25 -- The House Transportation and Infrastructure Subcommittee on Water Resources and Environment issued the following testimony by Maryland Environment Secretary Serena Coleman McIlwain involving a hearing on May 16, 2023, entitled "The Next Fifty Years of the Clean Water Act: Examining the Law and Infrastructure Project Completion":
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Thank you for inviting me here today to testify on the importance of the federal Clean Water Act to the nation's health, economy, and overa more
House Transportation & Infrastructure Subcommittee Issues Testimony From N.D. Water Resources Dept. Director Travnicek
WASHINGTON, May 25 -- The House Transportation and Infrastructure Subcommittee on Water Resources and Environment issued the following testimony by Andrea Travnicek, director of the North Dakota Department of Water Resources, involving a hearing on May 16, 2023, entitled "The Next Fifty Years of the Clean Water Act: Examining the Law and Infrastructure Project Completion":
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Thank you for the invitation to testify today on the impact of the Clean Water Act on infrastructure project complet more
House Transportation & Infrastructure Subcommittee Issues Testimony From National Air Traffic Controllers Association President Santa
WASHINGTON, May 25 -- The House Transportation and Infrastructure Subcommittee on Aviation issued the following written testimony by Rich Santa, president at the National Air Traffic Controllers Association, involving a hearing on March 23, 2023, entitled "FAA Reauthorization: Navigating the Comprehensive Passenger Experience." FAA is the Federal Aviation Administration.
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Thank you for the opportunity to testify on behalf of the National Air Traffic Controllers Association, AFL-CIO (NATCA more
House Transportation & Infrastructure Subcommittee Issues Testimony From National Association of Clean Water Agencies
WASHINGTON, May 25 -- The House Transportation and Infrastructure Subcommittee on Water Resources and Environment issued the following testimony by Metro Water Recovery CEO Mickey Conway, on behalf of the National Association of Clean Water Agencies, involving a hearing on May 16, 2023, entitled "The Next Fifty Years of the Clean Water Act: Examining the Law and Infrastructure Project Completion":
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Good morning and thank you Chairmen Graves and Rouzer, Ranking Members Larsen and Napolitan more
House Transportation & Infrastructure Subcommittee Issues Testimony From National Association of Manufacturers VP Farris
WASHINGTON, May 25 -- The House Transportation and Infrastructure Subcommittee on Water Resources and Environment issued the following testimony by Brandon Farris, vice president of energy and resources policy at the National Association of Manufacturers, involving a hearing on May 16, 2023, entitled "The Next Fifty Years of the Clean Water Act: Examining the Law and Infrastructure Project Completion":
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Good morning, Chairman Rouzer, Ranking Member Napolitano and distinguished members of more
House Transportation & Infrastructure Subcommittee Issues Testimony From Paralyzed Veterans of America Director Page
WASHINGTON, May 25 -- The House Transportation and Infrastructure Subcommittee on Aviation issued the following testimony by Lee Page, senior associate advocacy director at the Paralyzed Veterans of America, involving a hearing on March 23, 2023, entitled "FAA Reauthorization: Navigating the Comprehensive Passenger Experience." FAA is the Federal Aviation Administration.
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Chairman Graves, Ranking Member Cohen, and members of the Subcommittee, Paralyzed Veterans of America (PVA) thanks you more
House Transportation & Infrastructure Subcommittee Issues Testimony From Texas Transportation Executive Director Williams
WASHINGTON, May 25 -- The House Transportation and Infrastructure Subcommittee on Highways and Transit issued the following testimony by Texas Transportation Executive Director Marc D. Williams, on behalf of the American Association of State Highway and Transportation Officials, involving a hearing on March 28, 2023, entitled "Reviewing the Implementation of the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act":
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INTRODUCTION
Chair Crawford, Ranking Member Norton, and Members of the Subcommittee, more
House Transportation & Infrastructure Subcommittee Issues Testimony From WSP USA Senior Vice President Hammond
WASHINGTON, May 25 -- The House Transportation and Infrastructure Subcommittee on Highways and Transit issued the following testimony by Paula Hammond, senior vice president and national market leader at the WSP USA, on behalf of the American Road and Transportation Builders Association, involving a hearing on March 28, 2023, entitled "Reviewing the Implementation of the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act":
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Subcommittee Chairman Crawford, Ranking Member Norton, and members of the sub more
House Armed Services Committee Issues Testimony From Assistant Secretary of Defense for International Security Affairs Wallander
WASHINGTON, May 24 -- The House Armed Services Committee issued the following testimony by Celeste Wallander, assistant secretary of Defense for international security affairs, involving a hearing on March 23, 2023, entitled "U.S. Military Posture and National Security Challenges in the Greater Middle East and Africa":
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Chairman Rogers, Ranking Member Smith, distinguished members of the Committee, thank you for inviting me to testify on our defense posture and policy in the U.S. Central C more
House Armed Services Committee Issues Testimony From U.S. Africa Command Commander Langley
WASHINGTON, May 24 -- The House Armed Services Committee issued the following testimony by Gen. Michael E. Langley, commander of the U.S. Africa Command, involving a hearing on March 23, 2023, entitled "U.S. Military Posture and National Security Challenges in the Greater Middle East and Africa":
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INTRODUCTION
Chairman Rogers, Ranking Member Smith, distinguished Committee members, Africa's impact on the world is greater now than at any point in recent history, so United States Africa Com more
House Armed Services Committee Issues Testimony From U.S. Central Command Commander Kurilla
WASHINGTON, May 24 -- The House Armed Services Committee issued the following testimony by Gen. Michael E. Kurilla, commander of the U.S. Central Command, involving a hearing on March 23, 2023, entitled "U.S. Military Posture and National Security Challenges in the Greater Middle East and Africa":
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I. INTRODUCTION: A LANDSCAPE OF INCREASING COMPLEXITY
In 1983, US Central Command was formed to serve as a hedge against the expansionist goals of Iran - then in the nascent days of its new an more
House Armed Services Subcommittee Issues Testimony From Army Deputy Chief of Staff Stitt
WASHINGTON, May 24 -- The House Armed Services Subcommittee on Military Personnel issued the following testimony by Lt. Gen. Douglas F. Stitt, Army deputy chief of staff G-1, involving a hearing on March 29, 2023, entitled "Military Personnel Subcommittee Hearing - Military Department Personnel Chiefs - Personnel Posture":
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Chairman Banks, Ranking Member Kim, distinguished members of this Subcommittee, thank you for the opportunity to appear before you on behalf of the men and women of th more
House Armed Services Subcommittee Issues Testimony From U.S. Navy Chief of Naval Personnel Cheeseman
WASHINGTON, May 24 -- The House Armed Services Subcommittee on Military Personnel issued the following testimony by Vice Adm. Richard J. Cheeseman Jr., chief of naval personnel and deputy chief of naval operations, involving a hearing on March 29, 2023, entitled "Military Personnel Subcommittee Hearing - Military Department Personnel Chiefs - Personnel Posture":
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Strategic Design Vision: Mission-Focused Sailors
Chairman Banks, Ranking Member Kim, and distinguished Members of the Militar more
House Armed Services Subcommittee Issues Testimony From U.S. Space Force Deputy Chief Kelley
WASHINGTON, May 24 -- The House Armed Services Subcommittee on Military Personnel issued the following testimony by Katherine Kelley, deputy chief of space operations for human capital at the U.S. Space Force, involving a hearing on March 29, 2023, entitled "Military Personnel Subcommittee Hearing - Military Department Personnel Chiefs - Personnel Posture":
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INTRODUCTION
Chairman Banks, Ranking Member Kim, distinguished members of this subcommittee, thank you for the opportunity to appea more
House Armed Services Subcommittee Issues Testimony From USAF Deputy Chief of Staff Miller
WASHINGTON, May 24 -- The House Armed Services Subcommittee on Military Personnel issued the following testimony by Lt. Gen. Caroline M. Miller, deputy chief of staff of the Air Force for manpower, personnel and services, involving a hearing on March 29, 2023, entitled "Military Personnel Subcommittee Hearing - Military Department Personnel Chiefs - Personnel Posture":
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INTRODUCTION
Chairman Banks, Ranking Member Kim, and distinguished Members of this Committee, thank you for the opportu more
House Armed Services Subcommittee Issues Testimony From USMC Deputy Commandant Glynn
WASHINGTON, May 24 -- The House Armed Services Subcommittee on Military Personnel issued the following testimony by Lt. Gen. James F. Glynn, deputy commandant of the U.S. Marine Corps for manpower and reserve affairs, involving a hearing on March 29, 2023, entitled "Military Personnel Subcommittee Hearing - Military Department Personnel Chiefs - Personnel Posture":
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INTRODUCTION
Chairman Banks, Ranking Member Kim, and distinguished Members of the Subcommittee, it is my privilege to appea more
House Armed Services Subcommittees Issues Testimony From Maritime Administration Administrator Phillips
WASHINGTON, May 24 -- The House Armed Services Subcommittees on Readiness and Seapower and Projection Forces issued the following testimony by Ann C. Phillips, administrator of Maritime Administration, involving a hearing on March 28, 2023, entitled "Posture and Readiness of the Mobility Enterprise - TRANSCOM and MARAD":
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Good morning, Chairman Waltz, Chairman Kelly, Ranking Member Garamendi, Ranking Member Courtney, and Members of the Subcommittees. Thank you for your tremendous support more
House Armed Services Subcommittees Issues Testimony From U.S. Transportation Command Commander Van Ovost
WASHINGTON, May 24 -- The House Armed Services Subcommittees on Readiness and Seapower and Projection Forces issued the following testimony by Gen. Jacqueline D. Van Ovost, commander of the U.S. Transportation Command, involving a hearing on March 28, 2023, entitled "Posture and Readiness of the Mobility Enterprise - TRANSCOM and MARAD":
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Who We Are - Our Mission
U.S. Transportation Command's (USTRANSCOM) enduring purpose is to project and sustain combat power whenever and wherever our N more
House Judiciary Subcommittee Issues Testimony From Empower Oversight President Leavitt
WASHINGTON, May 24 -- The House Judiciary Select Subcommittee on the Weaponization of the Federal Government issued the following testimony by Empower Oversight President Tristan Leavitt involving a May 18, 2023, hearing on whistleblowers:
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Thank you for the invitation to testify before you today. Empower Oversight is a nonprofit, nonpartisan educational organization dedicated to strengthening public integrity through research, education, and the help of patriotic whistleblowers. My partn more
House Judiciary Subcommittee Issues Testimony From Ex-FBI Special Agent Friend
WASHINGTON, May 24 -- The House Judiciary Select Subcommittee on the Weaponization of the Federal Government issued the following testimony by ex-FBI Special Agent Stephen Friend involving a hearing on May 18, 2023, on whistleblowers:
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My name is Stephen Friend. I am a Senior Fellow for the Center for Renewing America. Prior to assuming my current position, I was a special agent for the Federal Bureau of Investigation for eight and a half years. During that time, I investigated approximat more
House Judiciary Subcommittee Issues Testimony From Family Research Council Center for Religious Liberty Director Turco
WASHINGTON, May 24 -- The House Judiciary Subcommittee on the Constitution and Limited Government issued the following written testimony by Arielle Del Turco, director of the Center for Religious Liberty at Family Research Council, involving a hearing in May 16, 2023, entitled "Revisiting the Implications of the FACE Act." FACE Act is the Freedom of Access to Clinic Entrances Act.
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My name is Arielle Del Turco, and I am the Director of the Center for Religious Liberty at Family Research C more
House Judiciary Subcommittee Issues Testimony From FBI Special Agent O'Boyle
WASHINGTON, May 24 -- The House Judiciary Select Subcommittee on the Weaponization of the Federal Government issued the following testimony by FBI Special Agent Garret O'Boyle involving a hearing on May 18, 2023, on whistleblowers:
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Chairman Jordan, members of the committee, thank you for addressing FBI malfeasance and allowing me to speak today. Aside from that point of gratitude, I am sad, I am disappointed, and I am angry that I have to be here to testify about the weaponization of the more
House Judiciary Subcommittee Issues Testimony From FBI Staff Operations Specialist Allen
WASHINGTON, May 24 -- The House Judiciary Select Subcommittee on the Weaponization of the Federal Government issued the following testimony by FBI Staff Operations Specialist Marcus Allen involving a hearing on May 18, 2023, on whistleblowers:
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My name is Marcus Allen, I am a Staff Operations Specialist for the FBI in the Charlotte, NC field office. Due to whistleblower retaliation by the FBI, I have been suspended without pay for more than a year. Thank you to the committee for allowing more
House Judiciary Subcommittee Issues Testimony From First Liberty Institute Senior Counsel Dys
WASHINGTON, May 24 -- The House Judiciary Subcommittee on the Constitution and Limited Government issued the following written testimony by Jeremy Dys, senior counsel with First Liberty Institute, involving a hearing in May 16, 2023, entitled "Revisiting the Implications of the FACE Act." FACE Act is the Freedom of Access to Clinic Entrances Act.
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I am Jeremy Dys, Senior Counsel with First Liberty Institute, a nationwide legal organization dedicated to defending religious liberty for all more
House Judiciary Subcommittee Issues Testimony From Grammy-Nominated Songwriter Navarro
WASHINGTON, May 24 -- The House Judiciary Subcommittee on Courts, Intellectual Property and the Internet issued the following written testimony by Dan Navarro, a Grammy-nominated songwriter, singer, recording artist and voice actor, involving a hearing on May 17, 2023, entitled "Artificial Intelligence and Intellectual Property: Part I - Interoperability of AI and Copyright Law":
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My name is Dan Navarro and I have been a songwriter, recording artist, session singer, voice actor, and music more
House Judiciary Subcommittee Issues Testimony From Latham & Watkins Partner Damle
WASHINGTON, May 24 -- The House Judiciary Subcommittee on Courts, Intellectual Property and the Internet issued the following testimony by Sy Damle, a partner at Latham and Watkins LLP, involving a hearing on May 17, 2023, entitled "Artificial Intelligence and Intellectual Property: Part I - Interoperability of AI and Copyright Law":
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Chairman Issa, Ranking Member Johnson, and Members of the Subcommittee, thank you for inviting me to participate in this hearing on artificial intelligence more
House Judiciary Subcommittee Issues Testimony From National Abortion Federation Chief Legal Officer Camp
WASHINGTON, May 24 -- The House Judiciary Subcommittee on the Constitution and Limited Government issued the following testimony by Talcott Camp, chief legal and strategy officer of the National Abortion Federation, involving a hearing in May 16, 2023, entitled "Revisiting the Implications of the FACE Act." FACE Act is the Freedom of Access to Clinic Entrances Act.
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My name is Talcott Camp, and I am the Chief Legal and Strategy Officer of the National Abortion Federation, or NAF. I have w more
House Judiciary Subcommittee Issues Testimony From New Life Family Services Executive Director Kocher
WASHINGTON, May 24 -- The House Judiciary Subcommittee on the Constitution and Limited Government issued the following written testimony by Tammy Kocher, executive director at New Life Family Services, involving a hearing in May 16, 2023, entitled "Revisiting the Implications of the FACE Act." FACE Act is the Freedom of Access to Clinic Entrances Act.
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Thank you for the opportunity to join you today to share about our experience since the Supreme Court's Decision in Dobbs v. Jackson Women more
House Judiciary Subcommittee Issues Testimony From Society of Composers & Lyricists President Irwin
WASHINGTON, May 24 -- The House Judiciary Subcommittee on Courts, Intellectual Property and the Internet issued the following testimony by Ashley Irwin, president of the Society of Composers and Lyricists, involving a hearing on May 17, 2023, entitled "Artificial Intelligence and Intellectual Property: Part I - Interoperability of AI and Copyright Law":
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Chairman Issa, Ranking Member Johnson, distinguished members of this Subcommittee, thank you for the opportunity to testify today on the more
House Judiciary Subcommittee Issues Testimony From University of Pennsylvania Associate Professor Callison-Burch
WASHINGTON, May 24 -- The House Judiciary Subcommittee on Courts, Intellectual Property and the Internet issued the following written testimony by Christopher Callison-Burch, an associate professor of computer and information science at the University of Pennsylvania, involving a hearing on May 17, 2023, entitled "Artificial Intelligence and Intellectual Property: Part I - Interoperability of AI and Copyright Law":
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Chairman Issa, Ranking Member Johnson, and distinguished Members of the S more
House Oversight & Accountability Committee Issues Testimony From D.C. A.G. Graves
WASHINGTON, May 24 -- The House Oversight and Accountability Committee issued the following testimony by District of Columbia Attorney General Matthew M. Graves involving a hearing on May 16, 2023, entitled "Overdue Oversight of the Capital City: Part II":
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I am honored to make an appearance before this Committee to discuss the public safety mission of the United States Attorney's Office (USAO or Office) for the District of Columbia (D.C.) and to represent the dedicated men and women of U more
House Oversight & Accountability Committee Issues Testimony From D.C. Mayor Bowser
WASHINGTON, May 24 -- The House Oversight and Accountability Committee issued the following testimony by District of Columbia Mayor Muriel Bowser involving a hearing on May 16, 2023, entitled "Overdue Oversight of the Capital City: Part II":
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I am Muriel Bowser, Mayor of Washington, DC. I am joined today by Robert Contee, Chief of the Metropolitan Police Department, and Kevin Donahue, City Administrator for the District of Columbia.
A lot has been said about Washington, DC over the past more
House Oversight & Accountability Subcommittee Issues Testimony From Center for American Progress Senior Director Baker-Branstetter
WASHINGTON, May 24 -- The House Oversight and Accountability Subcommittee on Economic Growth, Energy Policy and Regulatory Affairs issued the following testimony by Shannon Baker-Branstetter, senior director of domestic climate policy at the Center for American Progress, involving a hearing on May 17, 2023, entitled "Driving Bad Policy: Examining EPA's Tailpipe Emissions Rules and the Realities of a Rapid Electric Vehicle Transition." EPA is the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency.
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Than more
House Oversight & Accountability Subcommittee Issues Testimony From COVID-19 Nursing Home Victim Family Member
WASHINGTON, May 24 -- The House Oversight and Accountability Select Subcommittee on the Coronavirus Pandemic issued the following testimony by Janice Dean, a family member of COVID-19 nursing home victim, involving a hearing on May 17, 2023, entitled "Like Fire Through Dry Grass: Nursing Home Mortality and COVID-19 Policies":
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Thank you for inviting me to testify today regarding the horrific, preventable tragedy that unfolded in elder care facilities in the spring of 2020 that took the li more
House Oversight & Accountability Subcommittee Issues Testimony From Empire Center for Public Policy Senior Fellow Hammond
WASHINGTON, May 24 -- The House Oversight and Accountability Select Subcommittee on the Coronavirus Pandemic issued the following testimony by Bill Hammond, a senior fellow for health policy at the Empire Center for Public Policy, involving a hearing on May 17, 2023, entitled "Like Fire Through Dry Grass: Nursing Home Mortality and COVID-19 Policies":
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On March 25, 2020, three days into New York's pandemic lockdown, the state Health Department issued a directive compelling nursing homes t more
House Oversight & Accountability Subcommittee Issues Testimony From Harvard Medical School Professor Grabowski
WASHINGTON, May 24 -- The House Oversight and Accountability Select Subcommittee on the Coronavirus Pandemic issued the following testimony by David C. Grabowski, a professor of health care policy at Harvard Medical School, involving a hearing on May 17, 2023, entitled "Like Fire Through Dry Grass: Nursing Home Mortality and COVID-19 Policies":
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I am a Professor of Health Care Policy at Harvard Medical School. I am here today speaking in my capacity as researcher who has studied nursing h more
House Oversight & Accountability Subcommittee Issues Testimony From Kansas Corn Growers Association CEO Roe
WASHINGTON, May 24 -- The House Oversight and Accountability Subcommittee on Economic Growth, Energy Policy and Regulatory Affairs issued the following testimony by Josh Roe, CEO of the Kansas Corn Growers Association, involving a hearing on May 17, 2023, entitled "Driving Bad Policy: Examining EPA's Tailpipe Emissions Rules and the Realities of a Rapid Electric Vehicle Transition." EPA is the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency.
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My name is Josh Roe, and I serve as the CEO of the Kansas more
House Oversight & Accountability Subcommittee Issues Testimony From National Association of Convenience Stores
WASHINGTON, May 24 -- The House Oversight and Accountability Subcommittee on Economic Growth, Energy Policy and Regulatory Affairs issued the following testimony by Doug Kantor, general counsel of the National Association of Convenience Stores, involving a hearing on May 17, 2023, entitled "Driving Bad Policy: Examining EPA's Tailpipe Emissions Rules and the Realities of a Rapid Electric Vehicle Transition." EPA is the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency.
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The National Association of Con more
House Oversight & Accountability Subcommittee Issues Testimony From Postmaster General DeJoy
WASHINGTON, May 24 -- The House Oversight and Accountability Subcommittee on Government Operations and the Federal Workforce issued the following testimony by Louis DeJoy, postmaster general and CEO of the U.S. Postal Service, involving a hearing on May 17, 2023, entitled "Tracking the Postal Service: An Update on the Delivering for America Plan":
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I welcome this opportunity to discuss the Postal Service's progress on our 10-Year Strategic Plan, Delivering for America. We are very proud o more
House Oversight & Accountability Subcommittee Issues Testimony From Voice for Seniors Co-Founder Zayas
WASHINGTON, May 24 -- The House Oversight and Accountability Select Subcommittee on the Coronavirus Pandemic issued the following written testimony by Voice for Seniors co-founder Vivian Zayas involving a hearing on May 17, 2023, entitled "Like Fire Through Dry Grass: Nursing Home Mortality and COVID-19 Policies":
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Chairman Wenstrup, Ranking Member Ruiz and Members of the Committee, thank you for the invitation to testify before the Select Subcommittee on the Coronavirus Pandemic.
The St more
Senate Health Committee Issues Testimony From Association of American Medical Colleges President Skorton
ATLANTA, Georgia, May 24 -- The Senate Health, Education, Labor and Pensions Committee issued the following testimony by David J. Skorton, president and CEO of the Association of American Medical Colleges, at a field roundtable meeting in Atlanta, Georgia, on May 12, 2023, entitled "How Can We Improve Health Workforce Diversity and Address Shortages? A Conversation With Historically Black College and University Leaders and Students":
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The AAMC appreciates the opportunity to participate in more
Senate Health Committee Issues Testimony From Charles R. Drew University of Medicine & Science President Carlisle
ATLANTA, Georgia, May 24 -- The Senate Health, Education, Labor and Pensions Committee issued the following written testimony by David M. Carlisle, president and CEO at Charles R. Drew University of Medicine and Science, at a field roundtable meeting in Atlanta, Georgia, on May 12, 2023, entitled "How Can We Improve Health Workforce Diversity and Address Shortages? A Conversation With Historically Black College and University Leaders and Students":
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Charles R Drew University of Medicine a more
Senate Health Committee Issues Testimony From Meharry Medical College Executive VP South-Paul
ATLANTA, Georgia, May 24 -- The Senate Health, Education, Labor and Pensions Committee issued the following testimony by Jeannette E. South-Paul, executive vice president and provost at Meharry Medical College, at a field roundtable meeting in Atlanta, Georgia, on May 12, 2023, entitled "How Can We Improve Health Workforce Diversity and Address Shortages? A Conversation With Historically Black College and University Leaders and Students":
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Thank you for inviting Meharry Medical College to more
Senate Health Committee Issues Testimony From Morehouse School of Medicine President Rice
ATLANTA, Georgia, May 24 -- The Senate Health, Education, Labor and Pensions Committee issued the following testimony by Valerie Montgomery Rice, president and CEO of Morehouse School of Medicine, at a field roundtable meeting in Atlanta, Georgia, on May 12, 2023, entitled "How Can We Improve Health Workforce Diversity and Address Shortages? A Conversation With Historically Black College and University Leaders and Students":
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Chairman Sanders, we are extremely proud of our accomplishments more
Senate Health Committee Issues Testimony From Morehouse School of Medicine Resident Doctor
ATLANTA, Georgia, May 24 -- The Senate Health, Education, Labor and Pensions Committee issued the following testimony by Samuel Cook, a resident doctor at Morehouse School of Medicine, at a field roundtable meeting in Atlanta, Georgia, on May 12, 2023, entitled "How Can We Improve Health Workforce Diversity and Address Shortages? A Conversation With Historically Black College and University Leaders and Students":
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Senator and Chairman Sanders, I come to you today as a fellow American born more
Senate Health Committee Issues Testimony From Morehouse School of Medicine Student
ATLANTA, Georgia, May 24 -- The Senate Health, Education, Labor and Pensions Committee issued the following testimony by Sonya Randolph, a student at Morehouse School of Medicine, at a field roundtable meeting in Atlanta, Georgia, on May 12, 2023, entitled "How Can We Improve Health Workforce Diversity and Address Shortages? A Conversation With Historically Black College and University Leaders and Students":
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It is imperative that we as a country understand the significance of Black phys more
Senate Health, Education, Labor & Pensions Committee Issues Testimony From CVS Health Executive VP Joyner
WASHINGTON, May 24 -- The Senate Health, Education, Labor and Pensions Committee issued the following testimony by David Joyner, executive vice president and president of pharmacy services at CVS Health, involving a hearing on May 10, 2023, entitled "The Need to Make Insulin Affordable for All Americans":
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HBCUs serve as vital cultural and economic pillars of not only the communities they reside in but the African American community at large. Studies continue to show the prowess of HBCUs more
Senate Health, Education, Labor & Pensions Committee Issues Testimony From Eli Lilly Chair Ricks
WASHINGTON, May 24 -- The Senate Health, Education, Labor and Pensions Committee issued the following testimony by David Ricks, chair and CEO of Eli Lilly and Co., involving a hearing on May 10, 2023, entitled "The Need to Make Insulin Affordable for All Americans":
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My name is David Ricks. I'm the Chair and CEO of Eli Lilly and Company.
I joined Lilly--an American company headquartered in Indiana--26 years ago because I believed in Lilly's life-saving and life-sustaining mission. Innova more
Senate Health, Education, Labor & Pensions Committee Issues Testimony From Express Scripts President Kautzner
WASHINGTON, May 24 -- The Senate Health, Education, Labor and Pensions Committee issued the following testimony by Express Scripts President Adam Kautzner involving a hearing on May 10, 2023, entitled "The Need to Make Insulin Affordable for All Americans":
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My name is Adam Kautzner. I grew up in rural Missouri outside of St. Louis and began my career as a pharmacist for a regional hospital. After working as a nuclear pharmacist, I joined Express Scripts over fifteen years ago. I am proud more
Senate Health, Education, Labor & Pensions Committee Issues Testimony From Novo Nordisk President Jorgensen
WASHINGTON, May 24 -- The Senate Health, Education, Labor and Pensions Committee issued the following testimony by Lars Fruergaard Jorgensen, president and CEO of Novo Nordisk, involving a hearing on May 10, 2023, entitled "The Need to Make Insulin Affordable for All Americans":
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Thank you for holding this hearing and for giving me an opportunity to speak today on behalf of Novo Nordisk.
At Novo Nordisk, our mission is to pioneer scientific breakthroughs that improve patient care and to more
Senate Health, Education, Labor & Pensions Committee Issues Testimony From Optum Rx CEO Cianfrocco
WASHINGTON, May 24 -- The Senate Health, Education, Labor and Pensions Committee issued the following written testimony by Optum Rx CEO Heather Cianfrocco involving a hearing on May 10, 2023, entitled "The Need to Make Insulin Affordable for All Americans":
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I am Heather Cianfrocco, CEO of Optum Rx, a part of UnitedHealth Group. I appreciate the opportunity to address the vitally important topic of the cost and accessibility of insulin. While meaningful progress has been made through both more
Senate Health, Education, Labor & Pensions Committee Issues Testimony From Sanofi CEO Hudson
WASHINGTON, May 24 -- The Senate Health, Education, Labor and Pensions Committee issued the following testimony by Sanofi CEO Paul Hudson involving a hearing on May 10, 2023, entitled "The Need to Make Insulin Affordable for All Americans":
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Chairman Sanders, Ranking Member Cassidy, and Members of the Committee, thank you for the opportunity to appear before the Senate Committee on Health, Education, Labor & Pensions to discuss issues related to pricing, affordability, and patient access more
Senate Agriculture, Nutrition & Forestry Committee Issues Testimony From Deputy Secretary of Agriculture Nominee Small
WASHINGTON, May 23 -- The Senate Agriculture, Nutrition and Forestry Committee issued the following testimony by Xochitl Torres Small, President Biden's nominee to be deputy secretary of Agriculture, at a May 10, 2023, confirmation hearing:
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I am honored and humbled by President Biden's nomination and Secretary Vilsack's support of me to serve as Deputy Secretary of the United States Department of Agriculture. I am here today, immensely grateful for the path that brought me before you tod more
Senate Appropriations Subcommittee Issues Testimony From Assistant Secretary of the Interior for Indian Affairs Newland
WASHINGTON, May 23 -- The Senate Appropriations Subcommittee on Interior, Environment and Related Agencies Appropriations issued the following testimony by Bryan Newland, assistant secretary of the Interior for Indian affairs, involving a hearing on May 10, 2023, entitled "A Review of the President's Fiscal Year 2024 Budget Request for Indian Country":
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Thank you for the opportunity to testify regarding the Fiscal Year 2024 President's Budget Request for Indian Affairs.
The President's 2 more
Senate Appropriations Subcommittee Issues Testimony From DEA Administrator Milgram
WASHINGTON, May 23 -- The Senate Appropriations Subcommittee on Commerce, Justice, Science and Related Agencies issued the following written testimony by Anne Milgram, administrator of the U.S. Department of Justice Drug Enforcement Administration, involving a hearing on May 10, 2023, entitled "A Review of the President's Fiscal Year 2024 Funding Requests for the Federal Bureau of Investigation and for the U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration":
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On behalf of the Department of Justice (Dep more
Senate Appropriations Subcommittee Issues Testimony From DOD Secretary Austin
WASHINGTON, May 23 -- The Senate Appropriations Subcommittee on Defense issued the following testimony by Defense Secretary Lloyd J. Austin III involving a hearing on May 11, 2023, entitled "A Review of the President's Fiscal Year 2024 Budget Request for the Department of Defense":
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Thank you for the opportunity to testify in support of the President's budget request for Fiscal Year (FY) 2024.
On behalf of Deputy Secretary Hicks, the leadership of the Department of Defense, and our Servi more
Senate Appropriations Subcommittee Issues Testimony From DOEd Secretary Cardona
WASHINGTON, May 23 -- The Senate Appropriations Subcommittee on Labor, Health and Human Services, Education and Related Agencies issued the following testimony by Education Secretary Miguel Cardona involving a hearing on May 11, 2023, entitled "A Review of the President's Fiscal Year 2024 Funding Request and Budget Justification for the Department of Education":
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I am pleased to join you today, and I am proud to testify on behalf of President Biden's fiscal year 2024 Budget Request for th more
Senate Appropriations Subcommittee Issues Testimony From FBI Director Wray
WASHINGTON, May 23 -- The Senate Appropriations Subcommittee on Commerce, Justice, Science and Related Agencies issued the following testimony by FBI Director Christopher Wray involving a hearing on May 10, 2023, entitled "A Review of the President's Fiscal Year 2024 Funding Requests for the Federal Bureau of Investigation and for the U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration":
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Thank you for inviting me to appear before you today. I do so on behalf of the men and women of the Federal Bureau o more
Senate Appropriations Subcommittee Issues Testimony From Indian Health Service Director Tso
WASHINGTON, May 23 -- The Senate Appropriations Subcommittee on Interior, Environment and Related Agencies Appropriations issued the following testimony by Roselyn Tso, director of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services Indian Health Service, involving a hearing on May 10, 2023, entitled "A Review of the President's Fiscal Year 2024 Budget Request for Indian Country":
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Thank you for your support and for inviting me to speak with you about the President's Fiscal Year (FY) 2024 Bu more
Senate Appropriations Subcommittee Issues Testimony From Joint Chiefs of Staff Chairman Milley
WASHINGTON, May 23 -- The Senate Appropriations Subcommittee on Defense issued the following testimony by Gen. Mark A. Milley, chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, involving a hearing on May 11, 2023, entitled "A Review of the President's Fiscal Year 2024 Budget Request for the Department of Defense":
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After 43 years in uniformed service, 4 years as Chief of Staff of the Army, and 3.5 years as Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, this will be my last set of posture hearings. I want to more
Senate Armed Services Subcommittee Issues Testimony From Assistant Secretary of Defense for Space Policy Plumb
WASHINGTON, May 23 -- The Senate Armed Services Subcommittee on Strategic Forces issued the following written testimony by John Plumb, assistant secretary of Defense for space policy, involving a hearing on May 9, 2023, entitled "The Department of Defense Missile Defense Activities in Review of the Defense Authorization Request for Fiscal Year 2024 and the Future Years Defense Program":
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Thank you for the opportunity to testify on the Fiscal Year 2024 budget request for missile defeat and more
Senate Armed Services Subcommittee Issues Testimony From Missile Defense Agency Director Hill
WASHINGTON, May 23 -- The Senate Armed Services Subcommittee on Strategic Forces issued the following written testimony by Vice Adm. Jon A. Hill, director of the Missile Defense Agency, involving a hearing on May 9, 2023, entitled "The Department of Defense Missile Defense Activities in Review of the Defense Authorization Request for Fiscal Year 2024 and the Future Years Defense Program":
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The Missile Defense Agency (MDA) budget request of $10.9 billion for Fiscal Year (FY) 2024 enables t more
Senate Armed Services Subcommittee Issues Testimony From U.S. Army Space & Missile Defense Command Commanding General Karbler
WASHINGTON, May 23 -- The Senate Armed Services Subcommittee on Strategic Forces issued the following written testimony by Lt. Gen. Daniel L. Karbler, commanding general of the U.S. Army Space and Missile Defense Command, involving a hearing on May 9, 2023, entitled "The Department of Defense Missile Defense Activities in Review of the Defense Authorization Request for Fiscal Year 2024 and the Future Years Defense Program":
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Thank you for your continued support for our service members, ci more
Senate Armed Services Subcommittee Issues Testimony From U.S. Northern Command Commander VanHerck
WASHINGTON, May 23 -- The Senate Armed Services Subcommittee on Strategic Forces issued the following written testimony by Gen. Glen D. VanHerck, commander of the U.S. Northern Command and North American Aerospace Defense Command, involving a hearing on May 9, 2023, entitled "The Department of Defense Missile Defense Activities in Review of the Defense Authorization Request for Fiscal Year 2024 and the Future Years Defense Program":
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Thank you for the opportunity to testify, and for the h more
Senate Banking Committee Issues Testimony From United Food & Commercial Workers International Union VP Oyefeso
WASHINGTON, May 23 -- The Senate Banking, Housing and Urban Affairs Committee issued the following testimony by Ademola Oyefeso, vice president and director of the Legislative and Political Action Department of the United Food and Commercial Workers International Union, involving a hearing on May 11, 2023, entitled "Examining Cannabis Banking Challenges of Small Businesses and Workers":
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Thank you for the opportunity to testify today. I am Ademola Oyefeso with the United Food and Commerci more
Senate Banking, Housing & Urban Affairs Committee Issues Testimony From Cannabis Regulators of Color Coalition Vice Chair Packer
WASHINGTON, May 23 -- The Senate Banking, Housing and Urban Affairs Committee issued the following written testimony by Cat Packer, vice chair of the Cannabis Regulators of Color Coalition, involving a hearing on May 11, 2023, entitled "Examining Cannabis Banking Challenges of Small Businesses and Workers":
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I urge you to support several recommendations offered to improve the SAFE Banking Act, especially to ensure that cannabis banking is fair -- which is what the F in SAFE stands for.
T more
Senate Banking, Housing & Urban Affairs Committee Issues Testimony From Sen. Daines
WASHINGTON, May 23 -- The Senate Banking, Housing and Urban Affairs Committee issued the following testimony by Sen. Steve Daines, R-Montana, involving a hearing on May 11, 2023, entitled "Examining Cannabis Banking Challenges of Small Businesses and Workers":
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Thank you, Mr. Chairman, and thank you to our witnesses for being here today. I am very pleased that the Banking Committee is holding a hearing on this important topic. Across my home state of Montana and in communities across the more
Senate Banking, Housing & Urban Affairs Committee Issues Testimony From Sen. Merkley
WASHINGTON, May 23 -- The Senate Banking, Housing and Urban Affairs Committee issued the following testimony by Sen. Jeff Merkley, D-Oregon, involving a hearing on May 11, 2023, entitled "Examining Cannabis Banking Challenges of Small Businesses and Workers":
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Thank you for holding this critical hearing today on our SAFE Banking Act. And thank you for the invitation to come and testify on an effort I began over eight years ago and have partnered with bi-partisan colleagues, including Sena more
Senate Banking, Housing & Urban Affairs Committee Issues Testimony From Smart Approaches to Marijuana President Sabet
WASHINGTON, May 23 -- The Senate Banking, Housing and Urban Affairs Committee issued the following testimony by Kevin Sabet, president and CEO of Smart Approaches to Marijuana, involving a hearing on May 11, 2023, entitled "Examining Cannabis Banking Challenges of Small Businesses and Workers":
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My name is Kevin Sabet, and I am the President and CEO of Smart Approaches to Marijuana, a non-partisan, non-profit organization dedicated to promoting a health-first approach to drug policy. I se more
Senate Commerce Subcommittee Issues Testimony From American Enterprise Institute Senior Fellow Lyons
WASHINGTON, May 23 -- The Senate Commerce, Science and Transportation Subcommittee on Communications, Media and Broadband issued the following testimony by Daniel A. Lyons, a nonresident senior fellow at the American Enterprise Institute, involving a hearing on May 11, 2023, entitled "The State of Universal Service":
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Thank you for the opportunity to appear before you at today's hearing on the state of universal service. I am a nonresident senior fellow at the American Enterprise Institut more
Senate Commerce Subcommittee Issues Testimony From Cuba Independent School District Technology Director Chavez
WASHINGTON, May 23 -- The Senate Commerce, Science and Transportation Subcommittee on Communications, Media and Broadband issued the following testimony by Timothy Chavez, technology director of Cuba Independent School District, involving a hearing on May 11, 2023, entitled "The State of Universal Service":
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My name is Timothy Chavez. I have been an employee of the Cuba School District for 22 years. I grew up in Cuba and graduated from Cuba High School.
Located in Sandoval County, Cuba I more
WASHINGTON, May 23 -- The Senate Commerce, Science and Transportation Subcommittee on Communications, Media and Broadband issued the following testimony by Michelle Sullivan, chief risk and compliance officer for Dama Financial, involving a hearing on May 11, 2023, entitled "The State of Universal Service":
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My name is Michelle Sullivan, and I am the Chief Risk & Compliance Officer for Dama Financial. I am honored to testify before this committee to share my experiences and lessons learne more
Senate Commerce Subcommittee Issues Testimony From Golden West Telecommunications Cooperative CEO Law
WASHINGTON, May 23 -- The Senate Commerce, Science and Transportation Subcommittee on Communications, Media and Broadband issued the following testimony by Denny Law, CEO of Golden West Telecommunications Cooperative Inc., involving a hearing on May 11, 2023, entitled "The State of Universal Service":
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Chairman Lujan, Ranking Member Thune, and members of the Subcommittee, thank you for the opportunity to participate in today's hearing focused on the state of universal service.
I am Denny more
Senate Commerce Subcommittee Issues Testimony From INCOMPAS President Kronenberg
WASHINGTON, May 23 -- The Senate Commerce, Science and Transportation Subcommittee on Communications, Media and Broadband issued the following testimony by Angie Kronenberg, president of INCOMPAS, involving a hearing on May 11, 2023, entitled "The State of Universal Service":
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My name is Angie Kronenberg, and I am the President of INCOMPAS--the internet and competitive networks association. Thank you for the opportunity to testify on the importance and future of this nation's critical con more
Senate Commerce Subcommittee Issues Testimony From Public Knowledge Director Guice
WASHINGTON, May 23 -- The Senate Commerce, Science and Transportation Subcommittee on Communications, Media and Broadband issued the following testimony by Greg Guice, director of government affairs for Public Knowledge, involving a hearing on May 11, 2023, entitled "The State of Universal Service":
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My name is Greg Guice and I am the Director of Government Affairs for Public Knowledge, an organization that is dedicated to promoting freedom of expression, an open internet, and access to a more
Senate Energy & Natural Resources Committee Issues Testimony From AFL-CIO President Shuler
WASHINGTON, May 23 -- The Senate Energy and Natural Resources Committee issued the following written testimony by AFL-CIO President Elizabeth H. Shuler involving a hearing on May 11, 2023, entitled "Opportunities for Congress to Reform the Permitting Process for Energy and Mineral Projects":
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I'm Liz Shuler, President of the AFL-CIO. I'm proud to be here on behalf of the 12.5 million workers we represent, across 60 different unions.
Permitting reform is a top priority for the AFL-CIO and more
Senate Energy & Natural Resources Committee Issues Testimony From American Clean Power Association CEO Grumet
WASHINGTON, May 23 -- The Senate Energy and Natural Resources Committee issued the following written testimony by Jason Grumet, CEO for the American Clean Power Association, involving a hearing on May 11, 2023, entitled "Opportunities for Congress to Reform the Permitting Process for Energy and Mineral Projects":
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My name is Jason Grumet, and I am the Chief Executive Officer for the American Clean Power Association (ACP). ACP represents nearly 800 companies focused on deploying utility-sc more
Senate Energy & Natural Resources Committee Issues Testimony From Jonah Energy VP Ulrich
WASHINGTON, May 23 -- The Senate Energy and Natural Resources Committee issued the following written testimony by Paul Ulrich, vice president of government and regulatory affairs for Jonah Energy LLC, involving a hearing on May 11, 2023, entitled "Opportunities for Congress to Reform the Permitting Process for Energy and Mineral Projects":
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I, Paul Ulrich, provide the following written testimony for the above noted hearing. I am Vice President-Government and Regulatory Affairs for Jonah E more
Senate Energy & Natural Resources Committee Issues Testimony From National Mining Association President Nolan
WASHINGTON, May 23 -- The Senate Energy and Natural Resources Committee issued the following written testimony by Rich Nolan, president and CEO of the National Mining Association, involving a hearing on May 11, 2023, entitled "Opportunities for Congress to Reform the Permitting Process for Energy and Mineral Projects":
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I am Rich Nolan, President and Chief Executive Officer of the National Mining Association (NMA). America's mining industry supplies the essential materials necessary for n more
Senate Energy & Natural Resources Subcommittee Issues Testimony From National Parks Service Director Sams
WASHINGTON, May 23 -- The Senate Energy and Natural Resources Subcommittee on National Parks issued the following testimony by National Parks Service Director Charles F. Sams III involving a hearing on May 10, 2023, on the fiscal 2024 budget request:
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Chair King, Ranking Member Daines, and members of the Subcommittee, thank you for the opportunity to appear before you today at this hearing on the Fiscal Year 2024 President's Budget Request for the National Park Service (NPS, Service).
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Senate Environment & Public Works Committee Issues Testimony From NRC Member Nominee Baran
WASHINGTON, May 23 -- The Senate Environment and Public Works Committee issued the following testimony by Jeff Baran, President Biden's nominee to be a member of the Nuclear Regulatory Commission, at a May 10, 2023, confirmation hearing:
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Chairman Carper, Ranking Member Capito, and members of the Committee, thank you for the opportunity to appear before you today. I am honored to have been nominated to continue my service on the Nuclear Regulatory Commission for another term. Thank you, C more
Senate Environment & Public Works Committee Issues Testimony From Rep. Beyer
WASHINGTON, May 23 -- The Senate Environment and Public Works Committee issued the following testimony by Rep. Don Beyer, D-Virginia, at a May 10, 2023, confirmation hearing for Jeffery Martin Baran, to be a member of the Nuclear Regulatory Commission:
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I have the honor of introducing Commissioner Jeff Baran to this esteemed Commitee on the momentous occasion of his nomination for a fourth term as a Nuclear Regulatory Commissioner.
I am honored to be Commissioner Baran's Representative a more
Senate Finance Committee Issues Testimony From Ex-Office of Tax Policy Associate International Tax Counsel Morris
WASHINGTON, May 23 -- The Senate Finance Committee issued the following testimony by William Morris, ex-associate international tax counsel at the U.S. Department of the Treasury Office of Tax Policy, involving a hearing on May 11, 2023, entitled "Cross-Border Rx: Pharmaceutical Manufacturers and U.S. International Tax Policy":
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I appreciate the opportunity to appear this morning as the Committee considers important questions of International Tax. My testimony will focus on what is curren more
Senate Foreign Relations Committee Issues Testimony From Assistant to the Administrator for Bureau for Humanitarian Assistance Charles
WASHINGTON, May 23 -- The Senate Foreign Relations Committee issued the following testimony by Sarah Charles, assistant to the administrator for the Bureau for Humanitarian Assistance at the U.S. Agency for International Development, involving a hearing on May 10, 2023, entitled "Conflict in Sudan: Options for an Effective Policy Response":
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Thank you for the opportunity to testify about the unfolding humanitarian crisis in Sudan and the U.S. Agency for International Development's (USAID) more
Senate Foreign Relations Committee Issues Testimony From Under Secretary of State Victoria Nuland
WASHINGTON, May 23 -- The Senate Foreign Relations Committee issued the following testimony by Victoria Nuland, under secretary of State for political affairs, involving a hearing on May 10, 2023, entitled "Conflict in Sudan: Options for an Effective Policy Response":
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Chairman Menendez, Ranking Member Risch, and distinguished Members of the Committee, I appreciate the opportunity to exchange views with you at such a difficult and consequential moment for Sudan.
The third largest nation more
Senate Rules & Administration Committee Issues Testimony From Librarian of Congress Hayden
WASHINGTON, May 23 -- The Senate Rules and Administration Committee issued the following testimony by Librarian of Congress Carla Hayden involving a hearing on May 10, 2023, entitled "Oversight of the Library of Congress":
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Thank you for the opportunity to provide an update on the Library of Congress (Library) and its operations.
The Library of Congress is the largest library in the world with a collection of more than 175 million items that we preserve and make accessible in support of more
