House Committee to Hold Field Hearing on Rural Broadband in Bakersfield
House Energy and Commerce Committee Chair Cathy McMorris Rodgers and Communications and Technology Subcommittee Chair Bob Latta have announced a hearing titled “Perspectives from the Fields: The State of Rural Broadband in America.”“Fast, reliable internet has become a vital part of people’s every day lives. From education and accessing health care to cutting edge agriculture technology that is helping feed the world, more and more of these activities are utilizing the internet, making connectivity foundational to success. It continues to be our mission to ensure that...
House Committee Launches Investigation into Allegations of Bias at NPR
House Energy and Commerce Committee Chair Cathy McMorris Rodgers (R-WA), Subcommittee on Communications and Technology Chair Bob Latta (R-OH), and Subcommittee on Oversight and Investigations Chair Morgan Griffith (R-VA) have initiated an investigation into allegations of political bias at NPR, a taxpayer-funded public radio organization. The Committee has requested NPR CEO Katherine Maher to appear before the Oversight and Investigations Subcommittee for a hearing on May 8, 2024.In a letter addressed to Maher, the Chairs expressed their concerns about the direction of...
Chair Rodgers Opening Remarks on the Department of Energy’s BudgetEnergy & Commerce Committee
House Energy and Commerce Committee Chair Cathy McMorris Rodgers (R-WA) expressed her views at the Energy, Climate, and Grid Security Subcommittee hearing regarding the Department of Energy's budget for Fiscal Year 2025.Rodgers highlighted the historical achievements of the United States in the energy sector, stating, "For decades, America has led the way." She emphasized the importance of free market principles and entrepreneurship in shaping the country's energy landscape.However, Rodgers criticized the Biden administration's approach, accusing them of undermining...
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Chair Rodgers Opening Remarks on Legislation to Increase Medicaid Access and Improve Program Integrity
Washington D.C. — House Energy and Commerce Committee Chair Cathy McMorris Rodgers (R-WA) addressed the Health Subcommittee hearing titled “Legislative Proposals to Increase Medicaid Access and Improve Program Integrity” on April 30, 2024.Chair Rodgers began by sharing a personal story, stating, "Many in this Committee are familiar with my son Cole and his story." She highlighted her dedication to advocating for people with disabilities and expressed gratitude for the opportunity to discuss solutions to support access to long-term care for individuals with disabilities....
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Chairs Rodgers and Griffith Announce Oversight Hearing on U.S. Center for SafeSportEnergy & Commerce Committee
House Energy and Commerce Committee Chair Cathy McMorris Rodgers and Subcommittee on Oversight and Investigations Chair Morgan Griffith have announced an upcoming hearing focused on evaluating safety measures to protect athletes at all levels. The hearing, titled "Timeout: Evaluating Safety Measures Implemented to Protect Athletes," aims to address challenges in implementing safety measures provided by the SafeSport program.In a joint statement, Chairs Rodgers and Griffith emphasized the importance of ensuring the safety and well-being of athletes, stating, “We must...
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House Energy and Commerce Committee to Hold Hearing on Regulation of Diagnostic Tests
House Energy and Commerce Committee Chair Cathy McMorris Rodgers and Subcommittee on Health Chair Brett Guthrie have announced a subcommittee hearing focusing on the regulation of diagnostic tests. The hearing, titled "Evaluating Approaches to Diagnostic Test Regulation and the Impact of the FDA’s Proposed Rule," aims to address the implications of the FDA's proposed rule on lab developed tests and alternative regulatory approaches.In a joint statement, Chairs Rodgers and Guthrie expressed concerns about the FDA's proposed rule, highlighting the potential negative impact...
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House Energy and Commerce Committee Chair Applauds Passage of H.R. 7521
Washington, D.C. — House Energy and Commerce Committee Chair Cathy McMorris Rodgers (R-WA) expressed her support for the passage of H.R. 7521, the Protecting Americans from Foreign Adversary Controlled Applications Act, which received a strong bipartisan vote of 352-65 in the House today.In a statement, Chair Rodgers emphasized the importance of the bill, stating, "H.R. 7521 is the result of diligent and bipartisan efforts to protect Americans’ data and address the serious national security threat posed by our enemies. Applications controlled by foreign adversaries can be...
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House Energy and Commerce Committee Chair Urges Action to Prevent Foreign Adversaries from Exploiting American Users
House Energy and Commerce Committee Chair Cathy McMorris Rodgers took to the House Floor to voice her support for the Protecting Americans from Foreign Adversary Controlled Applications Act. In her remarks, Rodgers emphasized the threat posed by foreign adversaries, particularly highlighting the Chinese Communist Party's (CCP) exploitation of popular applications like TikTok.Rodgers stated, “Foreign adversaries, like the Chinese Communist Party, pose the greatest national security threat of our time," underscoring the seriousness of the issue at hand. She pointed out how...
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Chair Rodgers Opening Remarks at Health Subcommittee Markup of 19 Legislative Proposals to Improve Health for Patients
House Energy and Commerce Committee Chair Cathy McMorris Rodgers expressed her enthusiasm for the Health Subcommittee markup of 19 bills aimed at improving the health and wellbeing of patients and caregivers. She highlighted the bipartisan support for the legislation, stating, "I am glad we are here today moving so many important pieces of legislation that will strengthen the health and wellbeing of the American people—almost all of which have broad, bipartisan support."Chair Rodgers emphasized the importance of reauthorizing vital programs that are set to expire,...
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Chair Rodgers Welcomes Rep. John James to the Energy and Commerce Committee
House Energy and Commerce Committee Chair Cathy McMorris Rodgers (R-WA) extended a warm welcome to Rep. John James (R-MI) after the House Republican Steering Committee selected him to serve on the Committee. In a statement, Chair Rodgers expressed her congratulations to Rep. James, stating, "I congratulate Rep. James on becoming the newest member of the Energy and Commerce Committee—the best Committee on Capitol Hill. I welcome his experience and perspective as a veteran and businessman as we continue working to deliver solutions to improve the lives of the American...
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House Energy and Commerce Committee Addresses Threats to American Communications Networks
House Energy and Commerce Committee Chair Cathy McMorris Rodgers opened the Communications and Technology Subcommittee markup of four bills aimed at safeguarding American communications networks from foreign threats, particularly those posed by the Chinese Communist Party.Rodgers emphasized the importance of the legislation, stating, “Today, we are marking up four important pieces of legislation that will secure communications networks from threats posed by the Chinese Communist Party and promote U.S. technological leadership." She also expressed gratitude towards her...
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House Subcommittee Chair Latta Addresses Threats Posed by Chinese Communist Party in Communications Sector
House Energy and Commerce Communications and Technology Subcommittee Chair Bob Latta (R-OH) highlighted the threats posed by the Chinese Communist Party (CCP) to American communications networks during a recent Subcommittee markup session. Latta emphasized the importance of countering the CCP's influence in the communications sector, stating, "We are considering four pieces of legislation to counter the significant threats posed by the Chinese Communist Party (CCP) to communications networks in the United States and around the world."Latta pointed out that China's...
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Subcommittee Chair Guthrie Opening Remarks at Health Subcommittee Markup of 19 Legislative Proposals to Improve Health for Patients
House Energy and Commerce Committee Subcommittee on Health Chair Brett Guthrie (R-KY) addressed the Health Subcommittee markup of 19 legislative proposals aimed at enhancing the health and well-being of patients and caregivers. Guthrie expressed that the bills presented will have a positive impact on various aspects of healthcare, stating, "The legislation before us today will help to detect, diagnose, and treat chronic diseases and health conditions at earlier stages, improve the quality of life for individuals with disabilities and their families, help ensure Americans in...
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House Committee to Discuss Securing American Communications Networks from Foreign Adversaries
House Energy and Commerce Committee Chair Cathy McMorris Rodgers and Communications and Technology Subcommittee Chair Bob Latta have announced a markup on legislation aimed at securing American communications networks from foreign adversaries. Rodgers emphasized the importance of safeguarding the country's communications infrastructure, stating, "Our communications networks are an integral part of our lives, businesses, economy, and national security, which is why we cannot afford to jeopardize their security by continuing to rely on technology from foreign adversaries."...