Chairman Rockefeller’s Opening Remarks for Reauthorization of the FAA Hearing
I would like to welcome everyone here today, and express my regret for not being in attendance. I also want to thank Senator Dorgan for his tremendous leadership and I applaud him for holding this important subcommittee hearing. I strongly believe that modernizing our nation’s archaic air traffic control system should be the FAA’s […]
Chairman Rockefeller’s Opening Remarks for Tourism in Troubled Times Hearing
I would like to welcome everyone here today, and express my regret for not being in attendance. I would like to thank Senator Klobuchar for calling this hearing and for her dedication to shining the light on an industry that must flourish if our economy is to recover from the current economic downturn. I would […]
Senator Hutchison Named to GOP High Tech Task Force
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, U.S. Senate Republican Leader Mitch McConnell named U.S. Sen. Kay Bailey Hutchison (R-TX) to the Senate Republican High Tech Task Force for the 111th Congress. “I’m proud to once again serve as a member of this Task Force,” stated Sen. Hutchison. “To get our nation through the current economic climate, we […]
Chairman Rockefeller Reminds Consumers Of The Digital Television Transition (DTV) On June 12, 2009
WASHINGTON, D.C. – One month from today, our nation is scheduled to make the transition to digital television, or DTV, which will modernize our airwaves and free spectrum for public safety and innovative commercial use. On June 12th, full-power television stations across the country will stop broadcasting in analog and switch to digital signals. This […]
Chairman Rockefeller Applauds National Train Day Resolution
Marking 140 years of connecting travelers from coast to coast, the U.S. Senate recognizes National Train Day and celebrated the importance of train travel throughout the country. Chairman Rockefeller co-sponsored a bipartisan resolution that supports the goals and ideals of National Train Day. “As Chairman of the Senate Commerce Committee, I am a big believer […]
Key Quotes from the Future of Journalism Hearing
WASHINGTON, D.C. – The Senate Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation held a subcommittee hearing on The Future of Journalism. Witness List The Honorable Benjamin Cardin, United States Senator, Maryland Panel I Ms. Marissa Mayer, Vice President, Search Products & User Experience, Google Inc. Mr. Steve Coll, Former Managing Editor, Washington Post Mr. David Simon, […]
Chairman Rockefeller’s Opening Statement on Future of Journalism Hearing
For centuries, journalism has been a pillar of our democracy and a watchdog the public relies on. Newspapers and broadcasters have been a check on the excesses of government, business and individuals. When investigatory journalists have uncovered truths and scandals, their work has often brought people together, motivated the public to be guided by our […]
Commerce Committee Broadens Investigation Into Allegations Of Fraud By NASA Contractors
WASHINGTON, D.C. – John D. (Jay) Rockefeller IV, the Chairman of the Senate Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation, broadened his committee’s investigation into fraudulent contracting at the National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) yesterday by sending information request letters to the Department of Defense and the Department of Energy. The Committee sent these two […]
Chairman Rockefeller’s Statement On New CPSC Posts
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Senator John D (Jay) Rockefeller IV (D-WV), Chairman of the U.S. Committee on Commerce, Science and Transportation, issued the following statement applauding President Obama’s announcement on the Consumer Product Safety Commission’s (CPSC) expanded funding and leadership: “Today’s announcement is good news for consumers. I applaud President Obama and his administration for making […]
Key Quotes from Piracy on the High Seas Hearing
WASHINGTON, D.C. – The Senate Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation held a subcommittee hearing today discussing Piracy on the High Seas. The Commerce Committee hearing examined issues within its jurisdiction spanning the operations of the commercial maritime industry, the Coast Guard, and the safety and security of our merchant fleet and their crews. Witness […]