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Press Releases 05/31/2017
Transportation Secretary to Testify on FAA Reauthorization
On Wednesday, June 7, Transportation Secretary Elaine Chao will testify on key aviation issues before the Department and the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA).
Press Releases 05/18/2017
Commerce Committee Approves Six Bills, including Coast Guard Reauthorization
The Senate Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation today approved six bills, including the U.S. Coast Guard reauthorization.
Press Releases 05/18/2017
VIDEO: Pass Legislation to Protect the Open Internet
“We need a statute offering clear and enduring rules that balance innovation and investment throughout the entire internet ecosystem. In crafting rules, we need to listen to the concerns of all Americans who support an open internet but who may have differing opinions about the greatest threats to online freedom.”
Press Releases 05/17/2017
Space Subcommittee to Explore Impact of Outer Space Treaty on its 50th Anniversary
This hearing will examine U.S. government obligations under the Outer Space Treaty on its 50th anniversary, specifically compliance with Article VI of the Treaty that requires governments to authorize and continually supervise the activities of non-government entities. This hearing will also explore the Treaty’s potential impacts on expansion of our nation’s commerce and settlement in space.
Press Releases 05/17/2017
Consumer Protection Subcommittee to Hold Hearing on Pool Safety
This hearing will examine the effectiveness of the Virginia Graeme Baker Pool and Spa Safety Act that became law in 2007 and other ways to improve pool safety. The bill is named after Graeme Baker, who died in an accident in June 2002 when the suction from a hot tub drain trapped her under water. Graeme’s mother, Ms. Nancy Baker, will testify before the subcommittee.
Press Releases 05/16/2017
Commerce Committee Leaders Introduce Coast Guard Reauthorization
U.S. Sen. Dan Sullivan (R-Alaska), chairman of the Senate Commerce, Science, and Transportation Committee’s Subcommittee on Oceans, Atmosphere, Fisheries, and Coast Guard, introduced S. 1129, the Coast Guard Authorization Act of 2017. Sens. John Thune (R-S.D.) and Bill Nelson (D-Fla.), the chairman and ranking member of the full Senate Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation, are co-sponsors of the legislation.
Press Releases 05/12/2017
Committee Sets Legislative Markup for May 18
The U.S. Senate Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation will hold an executive session on Thursday, May 18, at 10:00 a.m. to consider the Coast Guard Authorization Act of 2017 and other measures.
Press Releases 05/11/2017
Committee to Explore Athlete Safety Efforts
U.S. Sen. John Thune (R-S.D.), chairman of the Senate Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation, will convene a hearing titled “Current Issues in American Sports: Protecting the Health and Safety of American Athletes” at 10:00 a.m. on Wednesday, May 17, 2017. This hearing will examine issues under the committee's sports jurisdiction, including efforts to promote athlete safety, anti-doping, and prevent opioid abuse among athletes.
Press Releases 05/10/2017
Thune Highlights Committee’s Railroad Policy Accomplishments, Receives Award
“We were able to make last Congress the most productive two years for railroad policy that I can remember – from enactment of the FAST Act, which included a reauthorization of Amtrak, increased rail safety, and improved infrastructure, to the Surface Transportation Board Reauthorization Act, which was the first reform of the Board since its creation 20 years ago.”
Press Releases 05/4/2017
Subcommittee to Explore Federal Maritime Policy and Challenges
This hearing will explore federal maritime policy to guide the reauthorization of two maritime agencies. It will also examine the state of the nation’s maritime transportation system and conduct oversight of the U.S. Maritime Administration, U.S. Merchant Marine Academy, and the Federal Maritime Commission.

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