Democratic News

Press Releases 10/19/2011
Rockefeller Asks FTC for Report on Implications of Facial Recognition Technology on Consumer Privacy
WASHINGTON, D.C.—Chairman John D. (Jay) Rockefeller IV today asked the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) to provide a report to the Commerce Committee on the growing use of facial recognition technology, what it means for consumers, and the prospect of less privacy for Internet users.
Press Releases 10/18/2011
Chairman Rockefeller Remarks on Pipeline Safety since San Bruno and Other Recent Incidents
WASHINGTON, D.C.—On a normal day, massive amounts of oil or natural gas flow through pipelines all across the country without any incident. The system powers our economy and is impressive in its efficiency. But when something goes wrong, the consequences are deadly. Explosions. Fires. Noxious fumes. And of course environmental damage.
Press Releases 10/17/2011
Senate Approves Rockefeller, Lautenberg Pipeline Safety Act
WASHINGTON, D.C.—The U.S. Senate has unanimously approved pipeline safety legislation introduced by Chairman John D. (Jay) Rockefeller IV and Surface Transportation Subcommittee Chairman Frank R. Lautenberg. The Pipeline Transportation Safety Improvement Act of 2011 would strengthen pipeline safety oversight by the federal government and address long-standing safety issues.
Press Releases 10/14/2011
Rockefeller Releases Commerce Committee Recommendation to Deficit Reduction Panel
WASHINGTON, D.C.—Chairman John D. (Jay) Rockefeller IV today released the Commerce Committee’s recommendation to the Joint Select Committee on Deficit Reduction regarding changes in law to reduce the Nation’s deficit. Chairman Rockefeller and Ranking Member Kay Bailey Hutchison requested that the Committee on Deficit Reduction consider inclusion of S. 911, the Public Safety Spectrum and Wireless Innovation Act, in its recommended legislation.
Press Releases 10/13/2011
Rockefeller Says SEC Guidance Fundamentally Changes the Future of Cybersecurity
WASHINGTON, D.C.—Chairman John D. (Jay) Rockefeller IV released the following statement after the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) issued guidance on its views regarding company disclosure obligations relating to cybersecurity risks and cyber incidents:
Press Releases 10/12/2011
Chairman Rockefeller Remarks on Universal Service Reform
WASHINGTON, D.C.—As far back as the Communications Act of 1934, this country has had a proud history of making sure that all of us have the opportunity that comes with access to modern communications networks. That is why universal service is a cherished principle. In years past, universal service has meant that we connect every community with basic telephone service. In the years ahead, it must mean that we connect our communities with broadband.
Press Releases 10/12/2011
Rockefeller Bill Would Protect Fishing Habitat, Boost Sport-Fishing Opportunities
WASHINGTON, D.C.—Chairman John D. (Jay) Rockefeller IV announced this week that he is seeking to reauthorize a federal program that preserves and restores fishing habitats for the Nation’s sport fishermen while creating jobs in the recreation industry.
Press Releases 10/6/2011
Rockefeller Statement on Committee Approval of Commerce Secretary Nominee
WASHINGTON, D.C.—Chairman John D. (Jay) Rockefeller IV issued the following statement today after Secretary of Commerce nominee John Bryson was favorably voted out of the Commerce Committee:
Press Releases 10/4/2011
Rockefeller Urges FCC to Follow Through on CALM Act
WASHINGTON, D.C.—In a letter to the Federal Communications Commission (FCC), Chairman John D. (Jay) Rockefeller IV today urged the Commission to implement rules that would fix the decades-old issue of excessively loud television commercials. Rockefeller’s action comes as some parties have suggested that only a small fraction of commercials are subject to the Commercial Advertisement Loudness Mitigation Act signed into law last year.
Press Releases 10/4/2011
Rockefeller Commends Administration's Efforts to Improve Cybersecurity
WASHINGTON, D.C.—Chairman John D. (Jay) Rockefeller IV commended the Departments of Commerce and Homeland Security today for requesting information from Internet providers on how to keep consumers informed of computer infections in order to minimize their impact: