Press Releases

Press Releases 05/14/2010
IN CASE YOU MISSED IT – NASA's Constellation gets big boost in Senate
Press Releases 05/12/2010
Hutchison: “America Demands More From President’s NASA Plan”
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Senator Kay Bailey Hutchison (R-Texas), Ranking Member on the Senate Commerce, Science, and Transportation Committee, today expressed her disappointment in the Obama Administration’s proposal for NASA during a Commerce Committee hearing on the future of U.S. human space flight.
Press Releases 05/7/2010
Rockefeller & Hutchison Applaud Senate Passage of Coast Guard Authorization Act
WASHINGTON, DC — U.S. Senate Commerce, Science, and Transportation Committee Chairman John D. (Jay) Rockefeller IV (D-WV), and Ranking Member Kay Bailey Hutchison (R-TX), today applauded Senate passage of the Coast Guard Authorization Act for Fiscal Years 2010 and 2011 (H.R. 3619).
Press Releases 05/6/2010
Hutchison Profoundly Disappointed with FCC Chairman’s Efforts to Reclassify Broadband Services
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Senator Kay Bailey Hutchison (R-Texas), Ranking Member on the Senate Commerce, Science, and Transportation Committee, today expressed her disappointment in Federal Communications Commission Chairman Julius Genachowski’s decision to reclassify broadband services under an outdated regulatory framework. During a committee hearing last month, Senator Hutchison told Chairman Genachowski that if the FCC reclassified broadband without a directive from Congress, and without a thorough analysis of the facts and the potential consequences to investment, the legitimacy of the agency would be seriously compromised.
Press Releases 05/6/2010
Hutchison Plans Legislation to Promote Innovative Texas Program to Prepare Math and Science Teachers
WASHINGTON, D.C. – During a Senate Commerce, Science, and Transportation Committee hearing today on building a high-tech workforce, Senator Kay Bailey Hutchison (R-Texas), Ranking Member on the Committee, said that she plans to introduce legislation to encourage colleges and universities to adopt an innovative program started in 1997 at the University of Texas at Austin, called UTeach, as a way to better prepare secondary science, math and computer science teachers.
Press Releases 05/5/2010
IN CASE YOU MISSED IT – The Hill - Hutchison and Kosmas: Bipartisanship Key for the Future of Space Program
Press Releases 05/3/2010
Hutchison Statement on United Airlines and Continental Airlines Merger
WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senator Kay Bailey Hutchison (R-TX) released the following statement concerning the announcement of the proposed merger between United Airlines and Continental Airlines:
Press Releases 04/22/2010
Hutchison: President’s Plan for Space has Incredible Consequences for Nation
WASHINGTON, D.C. – During a Senate Appropriations subcommittee hearing today on funding for the National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA), Senator Kay Bailey Hutchison (R-Texas), Ranking Member on the Senate Commerce, Science, and Transportation Committee, questioned NASA Administrator Charles Bolden on President Obama’s restated vision for the space agency. Senator Hutchison raised concerns about the real risk of losing the space station without a space shuttle or replacement capability.
Press Releases 04/21/2010
Hutchison: Surface Transportation Security Must Not Be Ignored
WASHINGTON, D.C. – During a hearing of the Surface Transportation Subcommittee today, Senator Kay Bailey Hutchison (R-Texas), Ranking Member on the Senate Commerce, Science, and Transportation Committee, called on the Transportation Security Administration (TSA) to ensure that the security of our nation’s rail, bus and highway networks be a top agency priority.
Press Releases 04/15/2010
IN CASE YOU MISSED IT - Orlando Sentinel Op-Ed by Sen. Hutchison: Bipartisan approach to NASA in Congress
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Senator Kay Bailey Hutchison (R-Texas), Ranking Member on the Senate Commerce, Science, and Transportation Committee, authored an opinion piece in the Orlando Sentinel on the need for a bipartisan approach to NASA in advance of President Obama’s trip to Florida today.
Press Releases 04/14/2010
Hutchison Calls on FCC Chair to Reject Calls to Impose New Regulations on Internet
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Senator Kay Bailey Hutchison (R-Texas), Ranking Member on the Senate Commerce, Science, and Transportation Committee, today called on Federal Communications Chairman (FCC) Julius Genachowski to reject calls to impose new regulations on the Internet during a Commerce Committee hearing on the FCC’s Broadband Plan.
Press Releases 04/13/2010
IN CASE YOU MISSED IT – Washington Times EDITORIAL: Losing it in space
WASHINGTON, D.C. – In an editorial today, the Washington Times highlights legislation sponsored by Senator Kay Bailey Hutchison (R-Texas), Ranking Member on the Senate Commerce, Science, and Transportation Committee, to close the gap in U.S. human space flight that will occur if the space shuttle is retired before the next generation of space vehicle is developed.
Press Releases 04/13/2010
Hutchison Calls on President to Maintain U.S. Human Spaceflight Capabilities
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Senator Kay Bailey Hutchison (R-Texas), Ranking Member on the Senate Commerce, Science, and Transportation Committee, today on the floor of the United States Senate, called on President Obama to maintain America’s human spaceflight capabilities. You can view her statement here.
Press Releases 04/6/2010
Hutchison: Court Affirms FCC Cannot Regulate Internet
Press Releases 03/23/2010
Hutchison Questions TSA Nominee on Collective Bargaining, Need to Improve Surface Transportation Security
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Senator Kay Bailey Hutchison (R-Texas), Ranking Member on the Senate Commerce, Science, and Transportation Committee, today questioned Major General Robert A. Harding (U.S.A., ret.), the nominee to head the Transportation Security Administration (TSA), about his views on collective bargaining and emphasized the need to improve surface transportation security.
Press Releases 03/22/2010
Hutchison: FAA Bill Represents the Future of U.S. Aviation
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Senator Kay Bailey Hutchison (R-Texas), Ranking Member on the Senate Commerce, Science, and Transportation Committee, said the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) reauthorization legislation approved by the United States Senate today represents the future of U.S. aviation. She also noted that it will improve aviation safety, modernize the nation’s air traffic control system, and make important investments in aviation infrastructure across the nation.
Press Releases 03/18/2010
Hutchison: Commercial Space Flight Can’t Yet Close U.S. Space Gap
WASHINGTON, D.C. – During a Senate Commerce, Science, and Transportation Committee hearing today on commercial space capabilities, Senator Kay Bailey Hutchison (R-Texas), Ranking Member on the Committee, noted the importance of maintaining American access to space without having to rely on other nations.
Press Releases 03/17/2010
Rockefeller and Snowe Unveil Comprehensive Cybersecurity Legislation
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Senator John D. (Jay) Rockefeller IV, Chairman of the U.S. Senate Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation, and Senator Olympia J. Snowe (R-ME) , a senior member of the Committee, today released the latest draft of comprehensive, bipartisan cybersecurity legislation to address our nation’s vulnerability to cyber crime, global cyber espionage, and cyber attacks.
Press Releases 03/11/2010
Hutchison: Congress and Regulators Must Tread Carefully on Mergers
WASHINGTON, D.C. – During a Senate Commerce, Science, and Transportation Committee hearing today on consumers, competition and consolidation in the broadband and video market, Senator Kay Bailey Hutchison (R-Texas), Ranking Member on the Committee, stressed the need to ensure media mergers do not endanger consumers and competitors, and that government actions do not impact innovation and investment.
Press Releases 03/10/2010
Hutchison: America’s Long Term Competitiveness is Critical
Press Releases 03/5/2010
IN CASE YOU MISSED IT – Houston Chronicle Hutchison: After 50 years of NASA, we must not leave space
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Senator Kay Bailey Hutchison (R-Texas), Ranking Member on the Senate Commerce, Science, and Transportation Committee, recently authored an opinion piece in the Houston Chronicle on the future of NASA.
Press Releases 03/3/2010
Hutchison Introduces Bill to Close Gap in U.S. Spaceflight
Senator Kay Bailey Hutchison (R-Texas), Ranking Member on the Senate Commerce, Science, and Transportation Committee, today introduced legislation to close the gap in U.S. human space flight that will occur if the space shuttle is retired before the next generation of space vehicle is developed. Senator Hutchison’s bill would allow the National Aeronautical and Space Administration (NASA) to extend the shuttle’s service as work continues on the next generation of American space vehicle.
Press Releases 02/4/2010
Senate Commerce Committee Announces Launch of New Updated Website
WASHINGTON, D.C.—Senator John D. (Jay) Rockefeller IV, Chairman of the U.S. Senate Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation, is pleased to announce the launch of the Committee’s new updated website.
Press Releases 01/27/2010
Hutchison Statement on NASA Budget Outlook
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Senator Kay Bailey Hutchison (R-Texas), Ranking Member on the Senate Commerce, Science, and Transportation Committee, today released the following statement on President Obama’s proposed budget for the National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA).
Press Releases 01/20/2010
Hutchison: America Must Adapt Quickly to Evolving Terror Threats
WASHINGTON, D.C. Senator Kay Bailey Hutchison (R-Texas), Ranking Member on the Senate Commerce, Science, and Transportation Committee, released the following statement today during a hearing on the attempted terrorist incident on Flight 253 that occurred on Christmas day.
Press Releases 01/20/2010
Hutchison Statement on Erroll Southers Withdrawal as TSA Nominee
WASHINGTON, D.C. Senator Kay Bailey Hutchison (R-Texas), Ranking Member on the Senate Commerce, Science, and Transportation Committee, released the following statement today on the withdrawal of Erroll Southers as the nominee to head the Transportation Security Administration (TSA).
Press Releases 01/6/2010
IN CASE YOU MISSED IT - The Hill - Hutchison: FCC Broadband plan must be daring, comprehensive
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Senator Kay Bailey Hutchison (R-Texas), Ranking Member on the Senate Commerce, Science, and Transportation Committee, today authored an opinion piece in The Hill newspaper on the upcoming broadband report by the Federal Communications Commission expected next month.
Press Releases 12/22/2009
Rockefeller and Snowe Issue Joint Statement on Selection of New Cybersecurity Coordinator
WASHINGTON, D.C.—Senator John D. (Jay) Rockefeller IV, Chairman of the U.S. Senate Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation, and Senator Olympia J. Snowe, a senior member of the Committee, issued the following statement today regarding President Obama’s selection of Howard Schmidt to be the new cybersecurity coordinator:
Press Releases 12/17/2009
Committee Approves Hutchison Cosponsored Railroad Reform Bill
WASHINGTON, D.C. – The Senate Commerce, Science, and Transportation Committee today approved bipartisan legislation cosponsored by Senator Kay Bailey Hutchison (R-Texas), Ranking Member on the Committee, and Chairman John D. Rockefeller (D-W.Va.) to update federal rail policy to better balance the needs of rail carriers and their shippers and reauthorize the Surface Transportation Board (STB) for 5 years. The STB has not been reauthorized since it was established in 1996.
Press Releases 12/17/2009
Committee Approves Bus Safety Bill
WASHINGTON, D.C. – The Senate Commerce, Science, and Transportation Committee today unanimously approved legislation sponsored by Senator Kay Bailey Hutchison (R-TX), Ranking Member on the Committee, and Senator Sherrod Brown (D-OH) to overhaul motorcoach safety regulations and dramatically reduce deaths and serious injuries caused by accidents.
Press Releases 12/17/2009
Executive Session: Committee Legislation Summary
WASHINGTON, D.C.—Today, the U.S. Senate Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation held an Executive Session and favorably reported out the following legislation and nominations:
Press Releases 12/16/2009
Rockefeller, Hutchison, Dorgan, DeMint Send Bipartisan Letter Expressing Concern Over Airman Certificate Vetting Process
WASHINGTON, D.C.—Senator John D. (Jay) Rockefeller IV, Chairman of the U.S. Senate Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation, joined with Ranking Member Kay Bailey Hutchison...
Press Releases 12/10/2009
Chairman Rockefeller and Commerce Committee Members Push FAA to Address Pilot Fatigue
WASHINGTON, D.C.–In a letter to FAA Administrator Randolph (Randy) Babbitt, Chairman of the U.S. Senate Committee on Commerce, Science and Transportation, John D. (Jay) Rockefeller IV (D-WV), Ranking Member Kay Bailey Hutchison (R-TX), Chairman of the Aviation Operations, Safety and Security Subcommittee Byron Dorgan (D-ND), and Ranking Member of the Aviation Operations, Safety and Security Subcommittee Jim DeMint (R-SC) joined together along with Senators Snowe, Kerry, Klobuchar, Lautenberg, Thune, Begich, and Johanns and wrote that the issue of pilot fatigue must be addressed.
Press Releases 11/20/2009
Rockefeller and Hutchison Lead Call for Updates from Chrysler and GM on Dealership Restructuring Process
WASHINGTON, D.C. –John D. (Jay) Rockefeller IV, Chairman of the U.S. Senate Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation, and Ranking Member Kay Bailey Hutchison led the call today from a bipartisan group of Senators for updates from Chrysler and General Motors (GM) on the restructuring process and related dealership closures. Senators Rockefeller and Hutchison secured promises from Chrysler and GM during a Committee hearing on the issue earlier this year that both companies would work during the restructuring process to address the concerns of dealers.
Press Releases 11/9/2009
President Signs Rockefeller-Hutchison Public Safety Communications Bill
WASHINGTON, D.C.—Senator John D. (Jay) Rockefeller IV, Chairman of the U.S. Senate Commerce, Science, and Transportation Committee, and Ranking Member, Senator Kay Bailey Hutchison, issued the following statement after President Obama signed S. 1694, a bill that extends the Public Safety Interoperable Communications (PSIC) grant program established under the Digital Television Transition and Public Safety Act of 2005 to remain available until expended through fiscal year 2012.
Press Releases 10/28/2009
Hutchison Statement on Successful Ares-1-X Test Launch
Press Releases 10/28/2009
Hutchison: Distracted Driving Issues Are Best Handled by States
Press Releases 10/27/2009
Hutchison: Oversight of Broadband Funding In Democratic Stimulus Bill Inadequate
Press Releases 10/23/2009
Hutchison Closely Reviewing FCC Decision on Net Neutrality
Press Releases 10/22/2009
Hutchison: Future of US Spaceflight at a Critical Point
Press Releases 10/15/2009
Rockefeller and Hutchison Statement on Senate Passage of Bipartisan Public Safety Communications Bill
Press Releases 10/5/2009
Senate Passes Hutchison Bill to Prevent Inmates from Using Smuggled Cell Phones
Press Releases 09/23/2009
Hutchison Pushes Bus Safety Standards
Press Releases 09/21/2009
Hutchison: FCC’s Net Neutrality Mandates Will Stifle Innovation
Press Releases 09/16/2009
Hutchison: America’s Space Program at a Critical Stage
Press Releases 09/10/2009
Governors Declare Support for Hutchison Bill to Jam Illegal Prison Cell Phones
Press Releases 09/8/2009
Hutchison: America on the Verge of Losing Advantage in Space
Press Releases 08/24/2009
Commerce Republicans Press DOT on “Cash for Clunkers” Payments to Car Dealers
Press Releases 08/17/2009
Hutchison Op-Ed: Cell Phones in Prisons Mean Business as Usual for Convicted Criminals
Press Releases 08/14/2009
Hutchison Presses FAA and TSA to Improve Vetting of Airman Certificates
Press Releases 08/5/2009
Committee Approves Hutchison Bill to Jam Illegal Prison Cell Phones
Press Releases 07/30/2009
Sen. Hutchison’s Cell Phone Jamming Bill Gains Support of Key Law Enforcement Organization
Press Releases 07/28/2009
Hutchison: Nation Must Find New Ways to Minimize Hurricane Damage and Improve Prediction and Response
Press Releases 07/24/2009
Hutchison Statement on Senate Confirmation of FCC Nominees Baker and Clyburn
Press Releases 07/21/2009
Hutchison Expresses Strong Concerns with 18 Month Extension of Highway Bill
Press Releases 07/21/2009
Hutchison Pleased to See Committee Approval of Bipartisan FAA Bill
Press Releases 07/21/2009
IN CASE YOU MISSED IT: Editorial - Cells Phones, Prison Don’t Mix
Press Releases 07/21/2009
VIDEO AND TRANSCRIPT: Sen. Hutchison Commemorates 40th Anniversary of the Moon Landing
Press Releases 07/20/2009
Hutchison Recognizes 40th Anniversary of America’s Moon Landing
Press Releases 07/17/2009
Rockefeller and Hutchison Press DOT on Antitrust Immunity Cases
Press Releases 07/15/2009
Senator Hutchison Pushes to Allow Prisons to Block Inmate Cell Phone Calls
Press Releases 07/15/2009
Hutchison Statement on Senate Confirmation of NASA Nominees
Press Releases 07/14/2009
Sen. Hutchison Introduces Broadband Bill to Spur Private Investment, Raise Public Adoption
Press Releases 07/10/2009
Hutchison Pleased with DOT Approval of Continental to Join Star Alliance
Press Releases 07/8/2009
Hutchison to LaHood: Administration’s Proposed 18 Month Extension of Federal Highway Law Penalizes Texas and Other Donor States
Press Releases 07/8/2009
Hutchison Offers Strong Support for NASA Nominees During Confirmation Hearing
Press Releases 07/8/2009
Commerce Committee Approves Hutchison Bills to Strengthen Safety and Security of America’s Ports and Improve Maritime Commerce
Press Releases 06/25/2009
Hutchison Statement on Confirmation of Larry Strickling to Lead NTIA
Press Releases 06/25/2009
Hutchison Statement on Confirmation of FCC Nominees Genachowski and McDowell
Press Releases 06/25/2009
Senator Hutchison Voices Support for Republican FCC Nominee Meredith Attwell Baker
Press Releases 06/23/2009
Hutchison: High Speed Rail is Crucial to America’s Transportation Future
Press Releases 06/17/2009
Hutchison Statement on Consumer Wireless Experience
Press Releases 06/17/2009
Sen. Hutchison’s Opening Statement to NASA’s Human Space Flight Review Panel
Press Releases 06/17/2009
IN CASE YOU MISSED IT: Create fair highway-funding formula; do not institute tolls as a double tax
Press Releases 06/16/2009
Senator Hutchison Calls for Committee Hearing to Fix New CPSC Law
Press Releases 06/15/2009
Sen. Hutchison: Chrysler Makes Additional Concessions for Auto Dealer Community
Press Releases 06/9/2009
Sen. Hutchison’s Statement on Texas Auto Dealership Closures
Press Releases 06/9/2009
Senator Hutchison Op-Ed: With DTV Deadline Looming, Not too Late to Prepare
Press Releases 06/9/2009
Sen. Hutchison’s Statement on General Motors' New Chairman Ed Whitacre, Jr.
Press Releases 06/5/2009
Statement from Sen. Hutchison on Chrysler’s Announcement That They Will Commit to Redistribute 100% of Inventory at Dealers Forced to Close
Press Releases 06/3/2009
Senator Hutchison’s Statement on GM and Chrysler Dealership Closures
Press Releases 06/2/2009
Senator Hutchison’s Statement on President’s Intent to Nominate Robert McDowell for Another Term at the FCC
Press Releases 05/23/2009
Senator Hutchison’s Statement on President’s Intent to Nominate Charles Bolden to Head NASA
Press Releases 05/22/2009
Sen. Hutchison Receives Key Assurances from Chrysler President to Require Equitable Treatment for Auto Dealers
Press Releases 05/21/2009
Senator Hutchison Fights to Delay Auto Dealership Closures Affecting 40,000 Employees
Press Releases 05/21/2009
Sen. Hutchison Offers Amendment to Give Auto Dealers Extra Time to Close Down Operations
Press Releases 05/21/2009
Sen. Hutchison Offers Bill to Prohibit Tolling on Existing Federal Highways
Press Releases 05/20/2009
Commerce Committee Approves Senator Hutchison’s Weather Mitigation Research Bill
Press Releases 05/13/2009
Senator Hutchison: FAA Reauthorization Should Focus on Safety and Next Generation Air Traffic Control
Press Releases 05/12/2009
Senator Hutchison Named to GOP High Tech Task Force
Press Releases 04/28/2009
Sen. Hutchison Says Highway Funding Formula No Longer Serves Best Interests of States
Press Releases 04/7/2009
Sen. Hutchison’s Statement on DOT Approval of Continental Airlines Application to Join Star Alliance Partners
Press Releases 03/25/2009
Senator Hutchison: Next Generation Air Traffic Control is Key Component of FAA Reauthorization
Press Releases 03/24/2009
Senator Hutchison Encouraged to See Replacement DTV Converter Box Coupons Available
Press Releases 03/23/2009
Senator Hutchison Praises NFL and DirecTV for Reaching Agreement to Extend NFL Sunday Ticket Package until 2014
Press Releases 03/18/2009
Senator Hutchison Praises 6 Month FAA Extension
Press Releases 03/18/2009
Senator Hutchison Presses Commerce Nominee Locke To Ensure a Fair and Open Census Process
Press Releases 03/12/2009
Senator Hutchison Outlines the Need for Increased Research Into Climate and Weather Science
Press Releases 03/3/2009
Senators Pryor and Hutchison Applaud FCC Action to Protect Children from Indecent Content on TV
Press Releases 03/2/2009
On Two-Year Anniversary of Bluffton Accident, Sens. Brown, Hutchison Announce Bus Safety Bill
Press Releases 02/25/2009
Sen. Hutchison's Statement on Nomination of Former Governor Gary Locke as Commerce Secretary
Press Releases 02/25/2009
Chairman Rockefeller's Statement on President's Nomination of Former Governor Gary Locke to be Next Secretary of Commerce
Press Releases 01/29/2009
Statement by Senator Hutchison on Senate Passage of Bill to Shift DTV Transition Date to June 12
Press Releases 01/26/2009
Senate Passes Bill to Shift DTV Transition Date to June 12
Press Releases 01/23/2009
Statement by Senator Hutchison on Shift of DTV Transition Date
Press Releases 01/21/2009
Senator Hutchison Welcomes New Republican Members of Commerce Committee
Press Releases 01/21/2009
Sen. Hutchison’s Ban on Tolling Federal Highways Supported by Transportation Secretary Nominee LaHood
Press Releases 01/21/2009
Sen. Hutchison Presses Transportation Nominee LaHood On Improving Air Safety, FAA Landing Slots and Amtrak Enhancements
Press Releases 01/15/2009
Sen. Hutchison Introduces Bill to Prevent Cell Phone Use in Prison
Press Releases 01/8/2009
Senator Hutchison: Too Early to Call for DTV Delay
Press Releases 11/20/2008
Senate Passes Bipartisan DTV Bill Cosponsored by Sen. Hutchison to Provide Short-term Extension to Analog Broadcasts
Press Releases 11/17/2008
Sen. Hutchison Praises Wireless Industry for Efforts to Combat Child Pornography
Press Releases 10/1/2008
Sen. Hutchison Praises Congressional Passage of Rail Safety Bill
Press Releases 10/1/2008
Congress Approves Internet Safety Legislation
Press Releases 09/27/2008
Hutchison Praises Congressional Passage of NASA Reauthorization Bill
Press Releases 09/25/2008
Senator Hutchison Calls for Increased Transparency and Disclosure in Online Advertising
Press Releases 09/18/2008
Senator Hutchison Calls for Improved Bus Safety Standards
Press Releases 09/16/2008
Senator Hutchison Commends Dept. of Commerce for Helping Nursing Homes with DTV Converter Box Program
Press Releases 09/11/2008
Commerce Committee Releases MARAD Bill Financial Disclosure Certification
Press Releases 09/10/2008
Senator Hutchison Cosponsors Calling Card Legislation to Help Consumers
Press Releases 12/11/2006
Senate Approves Nominees for NTIA, NTSB, Saint Lawrence Seaway, NOAA, and USCG
Press Releases 12/9/2006
Senate Unanimously Approves Bill To Reduce Marine Debris
Press Releases 11/3/2005
Passenger Rail Investment & Improvement Act Added to Budget Reconciliation Bill in Senate
Press Releases 11/3/2005
Senate Approves Digital Transition and Public Safety Act of 2005
Press Releases 02/3/2003
Spectrum Hearing Postponed