Senator Hutchison Op-Ed: With DTV Deadline Looming, Not too Late to Prepare
On January 1, 1954, Americans from coast to coast witnessed the first nationwide colorcast when the Tournament of Roses Parade was aired in vivid Technicolor. This broadcast marked the arrival of the color television, something Americans have now enjoyed for over half a century. Not since that undertaking have the broadcasting industry and the federal […]
Sen. Hutchison’s Statement on General Motors’ New Chairman Ed Whitacre, Jr.
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, U.S. Senator Kay Bailey Hutchison (R-TX), Texas senior Senator and Ranking Member of the Senate Commerce Committee, released the following statement regarding General Motor’s decision to select Ed Whitacre, Jr. as the company’s new chairman once it completes its bankruptcy reorganization: “Ed Whitacre is a distinguished business leader. His successful career […]
News: Chairman Rockefeller And Senate Commerce Committee Members Release Bipartisan Letters To GM CEO And Chrysler President Demanding Action
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Chairman Rockefeller’s Opening Remarks for Blue Economy Hearing
Our oceans and coasts are sources of great economic and environmental wealth for the nation. Nearly 80 percent of U.S. import and export freight is transported through seaports. Our 3.4 million square mile Exclusive Economic Zone (EEZ), the largest in the world, covers an area greater than the entire United States. The Blue Economy – […]
Statement from Sen. Hutchison on Chrysler’s Announcement That They Will Commit to Redistribute 100% of Inventory at Dealers Forced to Close
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, after receiving word that Chrysler has committed to redistributing the inventory of all affected dealers, Senator Hutchison released the following statement: "I very much appreciate Chrysler’s announcement tonight. James Press clearly listened to the dealers’ compelling stories and heard the frustration expressed by the senators regarding the effect Chrysler’s actions were […]
Chairman Rockefeller Statement On The Transition To All Digital Programming
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Chairman Jay Rockefeller today reminded Americans of the nation’s upcoming transition to digital television (DTV), and sent letters to the Federal Communications Commission (FCC), the National Telecommunications and Information Administration (NTIA), and the National Association of Broadcasters (NAB), urging them to help consumers before, during and after the conversion. The letters are […]
Ride The Wave To Ocean Week On Capitol Hill
WASHINGTON, D.C. — The U.S. Senate Committee on Commerce, Science and Transportation and its Chairman, John D. (Jay) Rockefeller IV, celebrates World Oceans Day and Capitol Hill Ocean Week beginning Monday, June 8th and running through Friday, June 12th, 2009. The goal of this year’s Ocean Week is to highlight the critical importance of improving […]
Chairman Rockefeller’s Opening Statement on GM And Chrysler Dealership Hearing
Three weeks ago, Chrysler announced that it was terminating 789 franchises nationwide. I spoke with Pete Lopez, an auto dealer in Spencer, West Virginia, present here today, who had just learned his contract was being terminated. He was devastated and filled with anxiety. In a flash – his work, his livelihood, and the economic security […]
Senator Hutchison’s Statement on GM and Chrysler Dealership Closures
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Senator Kay Bailey Hutchison (R-Texas), the Ranking Member on the Senate Commerce, Science, and Transportation Committee, made the following statement today during a Commerce Committee hearing on the General Motors and Chrysler dealership closures. Thank you Mr. Chairman. Would you allow me to ask every person in the audience who is a dealer […]
Key Quotes from Hearing On Chrysler/GM Bankruptcies
Washington, D.C.—Senator John D. (Jay) Rockefeller IV, Chairman of the Senate Commerce, Science and Transportation Committee, held a hearing today on GM and Chrysler Dealership Closures: Protecting Dealers and Consumers. Witness List: Mr. Pete Lopez, President and CEO, Spencer Auto Group, Roane County, West Virginia Mr. Russell Aubrey Whatley III, Owner/Dealer, Russell Whatley Motor […]