Republican News

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.
Press Releases 03/3/2016
Commerce Approves MOBILE NOW Act and Nominations
The Senate Commerce Committee approved the MOBILE NOW Act to boost the development of next-generation 5G wireless broadband by ensuring more spectrum is made available for commercial use and reducing the red tape for building wireless networks.
Press Releases 03/1/2016
Subcommittee Convenes Hearing on the State of the U.S. Maritime Industry
U.S. Sen. Deb Fischer (R-Neb.), chair of the Surface Transportation and Merchant Marine Infrastructure, Safety and Security Subcommittee, will hold a hearing titled “The State of the U.S. Maritime Industry: The Federal Role” on Tuesday, March 8, at 2:30 p.m.
Press Releases 02/29/2016
Thune Launches @SenateCommerce Instagram Account
The Commerce Committee is on Instagram! Follow to learn why Sen. John Thune is proud to serve as committee chairman.
Press Releases 02/24/2016
Commerce Committee Sets March 3 Vote on MOBILE NOW Act, Nominations
“Once enacted, these reforms will accelerate the deployment of ultra-fast wireless connections that are critical for the next wave of Internet innovation.”
Press Releases 02/19/2016
ICYMI: CBS This Morning on Consumer Review Freedom Act
Press Releases 02/19/2016
Thune Names New Committee Deputy Staff Director
Press Releases 02/18/2016
Commerce Announces Subcommittee Hearing on Passenger Rail