Chairman’s Rockefeller’s Remarks on the Surface Transportation Board Reauthorization Act of 2009
WASHINGTON, D.C.—Today, this Committee will markup the bipartisan Surface Transportation Board Reauthorization Act of 2009. My colleagues know I firmly believe this reauthorization is enormously significant.
Chairman Rockefeller Introduces Landmark Railroad Reform Legislation
WASHINGTON, D.C.—Senator John D. (Jay) Rockefeller IV, Chairman of the U.S. Senate Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation, issued the following statement today after the Committee held an Executive Session and favorably reported out S. 2889, the Surface Transportation Board (STB) Reauthorization Act of 2009. The STB Reauthorization Act of 2009 (STB Act), cosponsored by Ranking Member Kay Bailey Hutchison, Senator Frank Lautenberg, Senator John Thune, and Senator Byron Dorgan, will comprehensively update and improve the railroad industry and address longstanding competitive imbalances for shippers by increasing rail competition, strengthening federal oversight, and improving shipper’s access to regulatory relief.
Chairman Rockefeller’s Remarks on Today’s Nominations Hearing
WASHINGTON, D.C.–I want to welcome and congratulate our nominees. I appreciate your commitment to public service and look forward to seeing you all confirmed shortly so you can get to work.
Rockefeller Encouraged by National Maritime Announcement of Improved Mariner Applicant Processing
WASHINGTON, D.C.—John D. (Jay) Rockefeller IV, Chairman of the U.S. Senate Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation, issued the following statement today regarding the U.S. Coast Guard’s recent revamping of its licensing process to certify mariners through its overseeing agency, the National Maritime Center, by launching an automated status notification program for mariner applicants.
Hearing Summary: Transportation Security Challenges Post-9/11
WASHINGTON, D.C. – The U.S. Senate Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation held a full committee hearing today on Transportation Security Challenges Post-9/11.
Chairman Rockefeller’s Remarks on Transportation Security Challenges Post-9/11
WASHINGTON, D.C. — Welcome Secretary Napolitano. Thank you for joining us today.
Chairman Rockefeller’s Statement on Release of Rockefeller-Requested GAO Report Regarding International Commerce Security Mandates
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today the U.S. Senate Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation will hold a hearing…
Chairman Rockefeller and Senate Commerce Committee Join with DHS to Strengthen American National Security
WASHINGTON, D.C.—Senator John D. (Jay) Rockefeller IV, Chairman of the U.S. Senate Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation, is working in partnership with the U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Inspector General (IG) to update current port security procedures to better protect against biological and chemical threats. The Homeland Security IG issued a report today […]
Rockefeller, Boxer Applaud Funding for Rail Safety Grants
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today U.S. Senators Barbara Boxer (D-CA) and John D. Rockefeller IV (D-WV) lauded the Senate Appropriations Committee for fully funding a new railroad safety technology grant program, created by the Rail Safety Improvement Act of 2008. The committee passed the Transportation, Housing and Urban Development Appropriations bill, which includes $50 […]
Chairman Rockefeller Applauds Senate Commerce Committee’s Extension of Critical Highway Programs
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Senator John D. (Jay) Rockefeller IV, Chairman of the U.S. Senate Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation, worked today to extend critical highway and vehicle safety programs authorized by the Safe, Accountable, Flexible, Efficient Transportation Equity Act: A Legacy for Users (SAFETEA-LU). The Senate Commerce Committee approved a bill to extend […]