WASHINGTON – The U.S. Senate Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation today announced the following additions to the executive session previously scheduled for January 24, 2017, at 10:15 a.m. (NOTE: changed from 10 a.m.):

20.    Elaine Chao, of Kentucky, to be Secretary, Department of Transportation

21.    Wilbur Ross, of Florida, to be Secretary, Department of Commerce

Both Chao and Ross have submitted information requested by the Commerce Committee, including materials completed through the Office of Government Ethics. Click here for information on Chao’s January 11, 2017, confirmation hearing.

Click here for information on Ross’ January 18, 2017, confirmation hearing.

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