Republican News

Press Releases 01/28/2015
Thune Outlines 2015 Tech Agenda in Speech to AEI
Sen. John Thune (R-S.D.) delivered a keynote speech on tech policy.
Press Releases 01/27/2015
Thune to Keynote AEI Tech Policy Event
U.S. Sen. John Thune (R-S.D.) will deliver a keynote speech to the American Enterprise Institute’s day long discussion, “Tech policy 2015: The year ahead.”
Press Releases 01/27/2015
Bipartisan Commerce Committee Letter asks President for TSA Nominee
Senators urge President Barack Obama to, “prioritize the formal nomination of a qualified, experienced, and dedicated individual to serve as Administrator of the Transportation Security Administration (TSA).”
Press Releases 01/26/2015
Thune Announces Committee Hearing on ‘Internet of Things’
“By engaging early in this debate, Congress can ensure that any government efforts to protect consumers are tailored for actual problems and avoid regulatory overreach.”
Press Releases 01/26/2015
Subcommittee to Convene Hearing on Surface Transportation Network
U.S. Sen. Deb Fischer (R-Neb.) will convene the Subcommittee on Surface Transportation and Merchant Marine Infrastructure, Safety, and Security on Thursday, January 29, 2015, at 10:00 a.m.
Press Releases 01/23/2015
Upton, Thune, and Walden Call for Transparency at FCC – Urge Public Release of Open Internet Order
House and Senate leaders urged Federal Communications Commission Chairman Tom Wheeler to release the text of the commission’s draft Open Internet Order.
Press Releases 01/22/2015
House and Senate Begin Review of Draft Legislation to Protect Consumers and the Internet
"Yesterday’s proceedings yielded optimism that there are members on both sides of the aisle who see and support a role for Congress to set a workable long term policy to protect an open Internet."
Press Releases 01/21/2015
Committee Hearing to Examine Freight Rail Transportation Challenges
“Freight Rail Transportation: Enhancing Safety, Efficiency, and Commerce” on Wednesday, January 28, 2015, at 10 a.m.
Press Releases 01/16/2015
Congressional Leaders Unveil Draft Legislation Ensuring Consumer Protections and Innovative Internet
Press Releases 01/14/2015
Thune Announces Hearing on FCC Internet Authority