Republican News

Press Releases 04/19/2016
Commerce Leaders Praise Passage of Security-Focused, Passenger-Friendly FAA Bill
A 95-3 vote sends the bill to the House of Representatives.
Press Releases 04/13/2016
Commerce Announces Second Hearing on Maritime Industry
Press Releases 04/7/2016
Senate Adds Bipartisan Airport Security Enhancements to FAA Legislation
The Senate voted 85-10 to bolster airport security for passengers by adding an amendment to pending Senate legislation reauthorizing the Federal Aviation Administration through the end of fiscal year 2017.
Press Releases 03/30/2016
Following ISIS Attacks, TSA Administrator to Testify April 6
TSA Administrator Peter Neffenger, who was in Brussels on March 22, will deliver testimony about TSA efforts to prevent attacks on passenger and freight targets that could lead to mass casualties.
Press Releases 03/16/2016
Commerce Approves FAA Reauthorization Bill
“Passage of this bipartisan legislation is a win for airline passenger rights, advancing responsible drone usage, boosting the competitiveness of the aerospace industry, and making our skies safer,” said Chairman John Thune.
Press Releases 03/14/2016
Self-Driving Cars Exhibit Outside Senate Dirksen Building
Press Releases 03/9/2016
Commerce Schedules Markup for FAA and FCC Reauthorization Bills
The U.S. Senate Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation will hold an executive session on Wednesday, March 16, 2016, at 10:00 a.m. to consider the FAA and FCC reauthorization bills and a nomination.
Press Releases 03/9/2016
Commerce Leaders Introduce FAA Reauthorization Bill
The legislation updates the safety and privacy framework to further drone development, offers reforms to help our aerospace industry better compete in a global economy, improves aviation safety, and expands consumer protections for airline passengers.
Press Releases 03/8/2016
Commerce Announces Hearing on Self-Driving Vehicles
The hearing will explore advancements in autonomous vehicle technology and its anticipated benefits for Americans.
Press Releases 03/7/2016
Thune Announces FCC Reauthorization Act Introduction
U.S. Sen. John Thune (R-S.D) announced the introduction of the FCC Reauthorization Act of 2016. Congress approved the last reauthorization of the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) in 1990.