Republican News

Press Releases 09/1/2016
Five FCC Commissioners to Testify September 15
This hearing presents an opportunity to discuss concerns about partisanship affecting commission work and to raise issues on important policy questions under consideration this fall.
Press Releases 08/11/2016
Hearing Wrap Up: Senate Commerce Examines Freight Rail Reform Implementation
Witnesses testified on the implementation of the recently-enacted Surface Transportation Board Reauthorization Act, the first reauthorization of the Surface Transportation Board (STB) since its creation two decades ago.
Press Releases 08/4/2016
Thune to Hold South Dakota Hearing on Freight Rail System
The hearing will focus on implementation of the recently-enacted Surface Transportation Board Reauthorization Act, the first reauthorization of the Surface Transportation Board (STB) since its creation two decades ago. Sen. Thune introduced this legislation to make the STB more efficient and effective.
Press Releases 07/15/2016
Thune and Markey Explore How Wireless Carriers May Reduce Unwanted Calls and Texts
U.S. Sen. John Thune (R-S.D.), chairman of the Senate Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation, and Sen. Ed Markey (D-Mass.) sent a letter today to the Honorable Meredith Attwell Baker, the president and CEO of CTIA – The Wireless Association, on whether wireless carriers are in a unique position to reduce unwanted phone calls and text messages.
Press Releases 07/14/2016
Thune Seeks Answers from Elon Musk on Autopilot Technology
U.S. Sen. John Thune (R-S.D.), chairman of the Senate Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation, seeks answers from Elon Musk, chairman and chief executive officer at Tesla Motors, following the recent death of a driver while using the autopilot mode on a Tesla Model S.
Press Releases 07/13/2016
Congress Sends Pro-Security Aviation Bill to the President’s Desk
The bill will provide important safety, security, and time-sensitive improvements for the U.S. aviation system and awaits the president’s signature before the Federal Aviation Administration’s reauthorization deadline on Friday.
Press Releases 07/7/2016
Cruz Calls Hearing on Future of Space Under New Administration
The hearing will focus on the importance of ensuring consistency in policy to best leverage investments made in human space exploration. The hearing will also explore questions facing the agency related to the upcoming presidential transition.
Press Releases 07/6/2016
Thune Calls Hearing on FCC’s Proposal to Change Broadband Privacy Rules
The hearing will examine the Federal Communications Commission’s proposal to apply a new regime of privacy rules to broadband internet access providers.
Press Releases 07/6/2016
Hearing on FAST Act’s Impact on Economy and Transportation
The hearing will explore stakeholder perspectives on implementation of the recently-enacted FAST Act and its role in improving our nation’s infrastructure, increasing safety, and enhancing economic growth.
Press Releases 07/6/2016
Thune: Congress Sending Pro-Security Aviation Bill to President by July 15
Now is the time to advance the bicameral, pro-security aviation bill to keep Americans safe.