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Commerce Committee Advances Two Nominations and Multiple Cruz-Led Bipartisan Bills

WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senate Commerce Committee Chairman Ted Cruz (R-Texas) issued the following statements after the Committee approved the nominations of Mark Meador to be a Federal Trade Commissioner and Michael Kratsios to be Director of the Office of Science and Technology Policy, as well as multiple pieces of bipartisan legislation.

Commerce Committee Approves 14 Bills and Advances Two Nominations

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, the U.S. Senate Commerce, Science, and Transportation Committee advanced 14 bills and two nominations, Mark Meador to be a Federal Trade Commissioner and Michael Kratsios to be the Director of the Office of Science and Technology Policy. The approved legislation covers a wide swath of the Commerce Committee’s broad jurisdiction, including, oceans, space exploration, consumer protection, semiconductor manufacturing, and industrial supply chains.

Sen. Cruz: Massport’s Compliance with Subpoena ‘Win for Taxpayer and Airline Travelers’ Alike

WASHINGTON, D.C. – In his opening statement at today’s Senate Commerce Committee executive session, Chairman Ted Cruz (R-Texas) announced that the Massachusetts Port Authority has now agreed to comply with a Committee inquiry and produce requested documents, and that he will therefore withdraw a motion to authorize a planned subpoena. Sen. Cruz called this as a win for taxpayers and a warning to other entities to cooperate with congressional oversight.

DOT Deputy Secretary Nominee Steven Bradbury Advances Out of Commerce Committee

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, the U.S. Senate Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation, chaired by Sen. Ted Cruz (R-Texas), cleared President Trump’s nominee for U.S. Deputy Secretary of Transportation, Steven Bradbury, for consideration by the full Senate. Bradbury’s nomination passed the committee by a vote of 15 yeas and 13 nays.

Sen. Cruz: The Story of the 21st Century Will Be Written by Whichever Nation Can Innovate the Fastest

WASHINGTON, D.C. – In his opening statement at today’s Senate Commerce Committee nominations hearing for Michael Kratsios, nominee to be Director of the Office of Science and Technology Policy (OSTP), and Mark Meador, nominee to the Federal Trade Commission (FTC), Chairman Ted Cruz (R-Texas) highlighted the importance of fostering of innovative technologies like artificial intelligence, quantum computing, and 5G technology to create new, high-paying jobs across the country.

Steven Bradbury, Deputy Secretary of Transportation Nominee, Earns Praise from Transportation Industry Leaders

WASHINGTON, D.C. – At the Senate Commerce Committee hearing last week, President Donald Trump’s nominee to be U.S. Deputy Secretary of Transportation, Steven Bradbury affirmed his commitment to improve transportation safety, invest in cost-beneficial infrastructure improvements, and eliminate burdensome regulations to enhance the Department of Transportation’s effectiveness. Mr. Bradbury received support from over 25 organizations throughout the transportation community. Read the full list HERE.

DOT Deputy Secretary Nominee Steven Bradbury Commits to Safety, Efficiency, and Reform at Senate Commerce Hearing

WASHINGTON, D.C. – At the Senate Commerce Committee today, President Donald Trump’s nominee to be Deputy Secretary to the Department of Transportation, Steven Bradbury, outlined his plans to address key issues facing the Department. During his nomination hearing, Mr. Bradbury shared his commitment to supporting DOT’s safety and efficiency mission by upholding legal authorities, collaborating with Congress, enhancing aviation safety, advancing regulatory reforms, and ensuring transparency.

Sen. Cruz: Steven Bradbury is an Exceptionally Qualified Leader Who Will Drive Intelligent Change at DOT

WASHINGTON, D.C. – In his opening statement at today’s Senate Commerce Committee confirmation hearing for the Deputy Secretary of Transportation, Chairman Ted Cruz (R-Texas) endorsed the nomination of Steven Bradbury. Sen. Cruz highlighted Mr. Bradbury’s past leadership roles at the Department of Transportation (DOT), including time as General Counsel and Acting Secretary, as well as Mr. Bradbury’s legal work in the private sector dealing with transportation matters. Mr. Bradbury will draw on his experience to help keep travelers safe, responsibly invest in the nation’s infrastructure, and ensure the DOT operates efficiently.

Senate Commerce Announces Nominations Hearing for Michael Kratsios to Lead the Office of Science and Technology Policy and Mark Meador to Serve as a Federal Trade Commissioner

WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senator Ted Cruz (R-Texas), Chairman of the Senate Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation, will convene a nominations hearing for Michael Kratsios, nominee to be Director of the Office of Science and Technology Policy, and Mark Meador, nominee to be a Federal Trade Commissioner, at 10:00 AM EST on Tuesday, February 25, 2025.