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Press Releases 06/13/2017
Senators Release Bipartisan Principles for Self-Driving Vehicles Legislation
U.S. Sens. John Thune (R-S.D.), Gary Peters (D-Mich.), and Bill Nelson (D-Fla.) released principles for bipartisan legislation on self-driving vehicles in advance of the Senate Commerce, Science, and Transportation Committee hearing, “Paving the Way for Self-Driving Vehicles.” The hearing will explore automated vehicle technology and hurdles for testing and deployment in the United States.
Press Releases 06/7/2017
Committee to Explore Testing and Deployment of Self-Driving Vehicles in the United States
The hearing will explore automated vehicle technology and hurdles for testing and deployment in the United States. The hearing will also examine state and federal roles to ensure safety while promoting innovation and American competitiveness.
Press Releases 06/5/2017
Thune Statement on President’s Principles for Air Traffic Control Reform
U.S. Sen. John Thune (R-S.D.), chairman of the Senate Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation, issued the following statement on the announcement by President Donald Trump of administration principles for reforming the U.S. air traffic control system.
Press Releases 06/2/2017
Thune and Nelson Press Department of Transportation for Takata Recall Update
U.S. Sens. John Thune (R-S.D.) and Bill Nelson (D-Fla.), who serve respectively as the chairman and ranking member of the Senate Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation, requested that Secretary of Transportation Elaine Chao provide information on the status of efforts to recall and repair 46 million faulty Takata air bags in U.S. vehicles. Defective Takata air bag inflators have been linked to 11 deaths and approximately 180 injuries nationwide.
Press Releases 06/2/2017
Committee Announces Hearing for Three Presidential Nominations
The Senate Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation will hold a nomination hearing at 10:00 a.m. on Thursday, June 8, 2017, for three candidates to fill positions subject to Senate confirmation.
Press Releases 05/31/2017
Transportation Secretary to Testify on FAA Reauthorization
On Wednesday, June 7, Transportation Secretary Elaine Chao will testify on key aviation issues before the Department and the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA).
Press Releases 05/18/2017
Commerce Committee Approves Six Bills, including Coast Guard Reauthorization
The Senate Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation today approved six bills, including the U.S. Coast Guard reauthorization.
Press Releases 05/18/2017
VIDEO: Pass Legislation to Protect the Open Internet
“We need a statute offering clear and enduring rules that balance innovation and investment throughout the entire internet ecosystem. In crafting rules, we need to listen to the concerns of all Americans who support an open internet but who may have differing opinions about the greatest threats to online freedom.”
Press Releases 05/17/2017
Space Subcommittee to Explore Impact of Outer Space Treaty on its 50th Anniversary
This hearing will examine U.S. government obligations under the Outer Space Treaty on its 50th anniversary, specifically compliance with Article VI of the Treaty that requires governments to authorize and continually supervise the activities of non-government entities. This hearing will also explore the Treaty’s potential impacts on expansion of our nation’s commerce and settlement in space.
Press Releases 05/17/2017
Consumer Protection Subcommittee to Hold Hearing on Pool Safety
This hearing will examine the effectiveness of the Virginia Graeme Baker Pool and Spa Safety Act that became law in 2007 and other ways to improve pool safety. The bill is named after Graeme Baker, who died in an accident in June 2002 when the suction from a hot tub drain trapped her under water. Graeme’s mother, Ms. Nancy Baker, will testify before the subcommittee.