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House Energy and Commerce Committee to Hold Hearing on Protecting American Data and National Security
House Energy and Commerce Committee Chair Cathy McMorris Rodgers has announced a legislative hearing focused on protecting American data and national security from foreign adversaries. The hearing, titled “Legislation to Protect American Data and National Security from Foreign Adversaries,” is set to address bipartisan solutions to safeguard Americans’ personal data and prevent foreign entities from exploiting it.Regarding the legislation H.R. 7521, the Protecting Americans from Foreign Adversary Controlled Applications Act, Chair Rodgers expressed concerns about...
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Chair Rodgers Commends House Passage of Energy Emergency Leadership Act
House Energy and Commerce Committee Chair Cathy McMorris Rodgers has praised the House passage of the Energy Emergency Leadership Act. In a statement, Rodgers commended the bipartisan effort behind the bill, led by Rep. Tim Walberg and Rep. Lisa Blunt Rochester."Strengthening American energy security continues to be a top priority for the Energy and Commerce Committee," said Chair Rodgers. "By elevating energy emergency response to the Senate-confirmed Assistant Secretary level, the Energy Emergency Leadership Act ensures the Department of Energy is better able to...
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House Energy and Commerce Committee to Markup Legislation on Pipeline Infrastructure and Consumer Choice
House Energy and Commerce Committee Chair Cathy McMorris Rodgers and Energy, Climate, & Grid Security Subcommittee Chair Jeff Duncan have announced a subcommittee markup of legislation aimed at modernizing America's pipeline infrastructure and protecting consumer choice in home appliances.In a joint statement, Chairs Rodgers and Duncan expressed their commitment to improving livelihoods, freedoms, and access to affordable, reliable energy through the proposed bills. They highlighted the importance of strengthening the nation's pipeline safety laws, modernizing the...
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House Committee to Discuss Legislation Modernizing Air Quality Standards
House Energy and Commerce Committee Chair Cathy McMorris Rodgers and Environment, Manufacturing, and Critical Materials Subcommittee Chair Buddy Carter have announced a markup of the Air Quality Standards Implementation Act of 2024. The subcommittee markup aims to discuss an alternative approach to the Biden administration's actions regarding air quality standards.According to Chairs Rodgers and Carter, "America has long been the world’s economic powerhouse while also maintaining some of the lowest air pollution levels in the world. Recent efforts by the Environmental...
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Rare Disease Patients Advocated for Support in Subcommittee Hearing
House Energy and Commerce Health Subcommittee Chair Brett Guthrie has addressed the issue of supporting patients with rare diseases during a recent subcommittee hearing in Washington D.C. Guthrie opened the discussion by expressing gratitude to the witnesses present and highlighting the significance of the topic at hand.Guthrie emphasized the challenges faced by rare disease patients, noting that despite a significant portion of the U.S. population being affected by rare diseases, the majority of these conditions lack effective treatments. He pointed out the difficulties...
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Chair Rodgers Opening Remarks on Supporting Patients with Rare Diseases - Energy & Commerce Committee
House Energy and Commerce Committee Chair Cathy McMorris Rodgers (R-WA) expressed her support for patients with rare diseases in her opening remarks at a Health Subcommittee legislative hearing. She highlighted the importance of legislation to promote innovation for individuals with rare diseases and ensure that all patients can benefit from advancements in the healthcare field. Rodgers emphasized the significance of Rare Disease Day, stating, "I'm glad we're gathered on Rare Disease Day to examine legislation to help move forward efforts to promote innovation for people...
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House Energy and Commerce Committee Chair Rodgers Speaks on House Floor to Advance American Nuclear Energy Leadership
Washington D.C. — House Energy and Commerce Committee Chair Cathy McMorris Rodgers (R-WA) addressed the House Floor in support of H.R. 6544, the Atomic Energy Advancement Act, emphasizing the importance of advancing American nuclear energy leadership. Rodgers urged support for the legislation, highlighting its significance in modernizing and enhancing processes at the Nuclear Regulatory Commission.Rodgers expressed, “I urge support of the Atomic Energy Advancement Act,” and further stated, “I rise in strong support of this legislation, H.R. 6544, the ‘Atomic Energy...
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Chairs Rodgers and Carter Press EPA For Answers Over Hiring Nearly 2,000 New Agency Employees
House Energy and Commerce Committee Chair Cathy McMorris Rodgers (R-WA) and Environment, Manufacturing, and Critical Materials Subcommittee Chair Buddy Carter (R-GA) have raised concerns about the Environmental Protection Agency's recent hiring spree following a significant funding increase as part of the Inflation Reduction Act.In a letter addressed to EPA Administrator Michael Regan, the Chairs are seeking detailed information about the agency's plans to implement President Joe Biden's climate change agenda. The letter, as first reported by Breitbart, highlights the...
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Republican Leaders Demand Answers on Biden Administration's Ineffective EV Infrastructure Program
Washington, D.C. — House Energy and Commerce Committee Chair Cathy McMorris Rodgers (R-WA), Energy, Climate, and Grid Security Subcommittee Chair Jeff Duncan (R-SC), and Oversight and Investigations Subcommittee Chair Morgan Griffith (R-VA) have raised concerns over the Biden administration's handling of the National Electric Vehicle Infrastructure (NEVI) Formula and the Charging and Fueling Infrastructure (CFI) Discretionary Grant programs.In a statement, the Republican leaders highlighted the slow progress of the programs, stating, "Despite recent award announcements,...
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House Energy and Commerce Committee Chairs Announce Legislative Hearing on Rare Disease Bills
House Energy and Commerce Committee Chair Cathy McMorris Rodgers and Subcommittee on Health Chair Brett Guthrie have announced a legislative hearing titled “Legislative Proposals to Support Patients with Rare Diseases.” According to the Chairs, Energy and Commerce Republicans are dedicated to defending the value and dignity of all life, including those living with rare diseases. They emphasized the importance of providing opportunities for individuals with rare diseases to live abundant lives and ensuring access to life-saving treatments.The upcoming legislative hearing,...
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Chairs Rodgers and Duncan Probe FERC on Grid Reliability Implications of Breaching the Lower Snake River Dams
House Energy and Commerce Committee Chair Cathy McMorris Rodgers and Energy, Climate, and Grid Security Subcommittee Chair Jeff Duncan have raised concerns regarding the potential breach of the Lower Snake River dams and its impact on electric grid reliability. In a letter to Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) Chair Willie L. Phillips and other Commissioners, they highlighted the importance of considering the consequences of such actions on the grid."We are concerned that the Biden administration failed to consider the impact of dam breaches on electric...
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House Subcommittee Chair Latta Calls for Action to Secure Communications Networks from Foreign Adversaries
House Energy and Commerce Communications and Technology Subcommittee Chair Bob Latta (R-OH) spoke passionately at a subcommittee legislative hearing about the urgent need to protect communication networks from foreign adversaries, particularly China. Latta emphasized the threat posed by China, stating, “Every minute, China is attempting to infiltrate communication networks across the globe in its quest for global economic dominance.”Latta highlighted the bipartisan efforts of the Committee in passing laws such as the Secure and Trusted Communications Networks Act and the...