Republican News

March 17, 2026
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Senator Fischer Announces Subcommittee Hearing on March 17th WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senator Deb Fischer (R-Neb.), Chairman of the Senate Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation’s Subcommittee on Telecommunications and Media, will convene a hearing titled “U.S. Leadership at the World Radiocommunication Conference 2027: Strategy and Challenges Ahead of Shanghai.” This hearing will examine the United States’ message and strategy ahead of the International Telecommunication Union’s (ITU) World Radiocommunication […]

March 17, 2026
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WASHINGTON, D.C. – In her opening statement during today’s Senate Commerce Telecommunications and Media Subcommittee hearing, Chairman Deb Fischer (R-Neb.) spoke to the importance of the United States coordinating a strong leadership position ahead of the 2027 World Radiocommunication Conference in Shanghai, China. Sen. Fischer’s remarks as prepared for delivery: “Distinguished Members of the Committee, and […]

March 13, 2026
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WASHINGTON, D.C. – Key leaders in the space and aviation industry praised the U.S. Senate Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation for the NASA Authorization Act of 2026, a bipartisan effort led by Chairman Ted Cruz (R-Texas). The NASA Authorization Act of 2026, which was approved unanimously by the Committee on March 4, delivers a clear strategic direction to ensure that the United States—not China—leads the next era of space exploration and builds the first moon […]

March 12, 2026
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WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senator Ted Cruz (R-Texas), Chairman of the Senate Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation, will convene a full committee Executive Session on Thursday, March 12, 2026 at 11:30 a.m. ET (approx.) to consider the following nominations:   Agenda:  Details:  WHAT: Full Committee Executive Session  DATE: Thursday, March 12, 2026  TIME: 11:30 AM EST approx.  LOCATION: S-216, President’s Room  MEDIA INFO: Reporters wanting to attend the committee should contact their respective media gallery to […]

March 12, 2026
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WASHINGTON, D.C –Today, the U.S. Senate Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation advanced five nominations for roles at the National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA), the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB), the Surface Transportation Board (STB), the Department of Transportation, and the Department of Commerce. The Committee also voted to promote more than 200 Coast Guardsmen.   The following actions were taken during today’s Executive Session:  Nomination of Matthew Anderson, of Colorado, […]

March 5, 2026
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WASHINGTON, D.C. –U.S. Senator Ted Cruz (R-Texas), Chairman of the Senate Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation, will convene a hearing to consider nominations for the National Aeronautics and Space Administration and the National Institute of Standards and Technology at 10:00 AM EST on Thursday, March 5, 2026.  Nominees:  Hearing Details:  WHAT: Full Committee Nominations Hearing  DATE: Thursday, March 5, 2026  TIME: 10:00 AM […]

March 5, 2026
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WASHINGTON, D.C. – In his opening statement at today’s Senate Commerce, Science, and Transportation Committee nominations hearing, Chairman Ted Cruz (R-Texas) praised Matthew Anderson, nominee to serve as Deputy Administrator of the National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA), as a strong leader who will work with Administrator Isaacman to ensure the Artemis program succeeds and America beats China back to the Moon. Aided by the $10 billion that Chairman Cruz secured for NASA […]

March 4, 2026
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WASHINGTON, D.C.?–??In his opening statement at today’s Senate Commerce, Science, and Transportation Committee executive session, Chairman?Ted Cruz (R-Texas)?detailed how the NASA Authorization Act of 2026 delivers critical funding and a clear strategic direction to ensure the United States —not China—leads the next era of space exploration.
March 4, 2026
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WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, the U.S. Senate Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation unanimously advanced two bipartisan measures: the NASA Authorization Act of 2026 and the Weather Research and Forecasting Innovation Reauthorization Act of 2026.
March 3, 2026
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Washington, D.C. — In his opening statement at today’s Senate Subcommittee on Science, Manufacturing, and Competitiveness hearing, Chairman Ted Budd (R-N.C.) discussed the potential to maximize the use of artificial intelligence (AI) to deliver a higher quality workforce, healthcare, industry, and productivity for Americans.