http://www.c-spanvideo.org/person/1859 Richard Shelby's recent appearances from the C-SPAN networks en-US Copyright 2013, National Cable Satellite Corporation info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) Sat, 25 May 2013 11:14:45 GMT C-SPAN Person Recent Appearances http://www.c-spanvideo.org/videoLibrary/showPicture.php?personid=1859&width=130 http://www.c-spanvideo.org/person/1859 136 728 Head shot of {$person->name} FBI Director Robert Mueller testified at an oversight hearing of his agency and its fiscal year 2014 budget request. He said the FBI was looking at the failure to follow up on information that one of the Boston Marathon bombers had travelled to Russia and back in 2012, and that the lack of follow-up was likely due to the fact that the initial inquiry into Tamerlan Tsarnaev had been closed. He said the FBI has an excellent working relationship with Boston authorities. He also talked about the potential impact of sequestration, saying agents could expect to be furloughed with cuts totaling $700 million in fiscal year 2014. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/312779-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) Senate Committee http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/312779-1 Thu, 16 May 2013 22:10:09 GMT Francis Collins testified on the fiscal year 2014 budget request for the National Institutes of Health (NIH). He used computer displays during his testimony. The directors of five NIH subsidiary institutes also testified. Topics included the difficult choices presented by budget cuts and the importance of the dissemination of publicly-funded research as well as the risks of its misuse. Also discussed was the Obama administration's BRAIN Initiative (Brain Research through Advancing Innovative Neurotechnologies, also referred to as the Brain Activity Map Project). Dr. Collins said that it was too early to know the cost of the initiative but the science could lead to innovations in brain diseases like Parkinson's and Alzheimer's and new treatments for traumatic brain injuries. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/312764-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) Senate Committee http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/312764-1 Thu, 16 May 2013 05:02:18 GMT Richard Cordray outlined a number of developing rules and initiatives under consideration at his agency, the Consumer Financial Protection Board (CFPB). In his testimony he said the CFPB had no interest in accessing personal financial data on individual consumers. Other topics included agency info-gathering, rural lenders, student aid, and the CFPB's consumer complaint line. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/312316-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) Senate Committee http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/312316-1 Tue, 23 Apr 2013 14:03:19 GMT The Senate convened and resumed consideration of S.649, the Safe Communities, Safe Schools Act of 2013. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/312205-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) Senate Proceeding http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/312205-1 Wed, 17 Apr 2013 13:29:41 GMT The U.S. Senate convenes to resume consideration of S Con Res 8, the budget resolution for fiscal 2014, offered by Budget Committee Chairman Senator Patty Murray (D-WA). http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/311684-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) Senate Proceeding http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/311684-1 Fri, 22 Mar 2013 13:00:16 GMT The Senate debated a continuing resolution to fund the government through the remainder of fiscal year 2013. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/311552-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) Senate Proceeding http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/311552-1 Mon, 18 Mar 2013 18:00:24 GMT The Senate convened and resumed consideration of H.R.933, the Continuing Appropriations Act. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/311527-2 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) Senate Proceeding http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/311527-2 Thu, 14 Mar 2013 18:16:32 GMT The Senate convened and resumed consideration of the motion to proceed to H.R. 9. a continuing resolution to fund the government through the end of September 2013. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/311473-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) Senate Proceeding http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/311473-1 Wed, 13 Mar 2013 13:30:18 GMT The Senate debated a continuing resolution to fund the government through the end of September 2013. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/311453-2 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) Senate Proceeding http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/311453-2 Tue, 12 Mar 2013 18:30:46 GMT The Senate convened for a period of morning business. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/311453-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) Senate Proceeding http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/311453-1 Tue, 12 Mar 2013 14:00:24 GMT Ben Bernanke testified on the U.S. economic outlook for the year and the future of economic growth. In his remarks he defended the U.S. central bank's bond-buying stimulus, urged lawmakers to avoid sharp spending cuts set to go into effect by the end of the week, and spoke about successful efforts to curb inflation to stimulate the economy. The first 15 minutes of the hearing were devoted to executive committee business. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/311156-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) Senate Committee http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/311156-1 Tue, 26 Feb 2013 15:04:24 GMT Obama administration cabinet officials testified on the impact of sequestration on their departments. Some of the services that would be cut included Agriculture Department inspections, airport customs, special education programs, and Transportation Security Administration agents. Secretary Donovan said that veterans receiving housing assistance would be displaced. Secretary Napolitano said that maintaining national security would be huge problem. Travelers passing through customs would face longer wait times. Mr. Werfel said that food inspections would be cut, leading to greater economic pressures and rising food prices. "Sequestration," a legal procedure in which every federal agency has the same percentage of its budget cut in order to take back deficit spending, was agreed to in the Budget Control Act of 2011 and scheduled to happen on March 1, 2013. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/310989-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) Senate Committee http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/310989-1 Fri, 15 Feb 2013 01:02:49 GMT The Senate convened for a rare Sunday legislative session. The nominations of William Joseph Baer, of Maryland, to be an assistant attorney general, and of Carol J. Galante, of California, to be an assistant secretary of Housing and Urban Development, were confirmed. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/310133-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) Senate Proceeding http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/310133-1 Sun, 30 Dec 2012 18:00:06 GMT Senator Richard Shelby (R-AL) paid tribute to Senator Daniel Inouye (D-HI), who passed away December 17, 2012, at age 88. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/310045-11 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) Senate Highlight http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/310045-11 Fri, 21 Dec 2012 00:34:57 GMT The Senate convened for a legislative session. The Senate considered H.R.1, the Emergency Supplemental Appropriations Bill for the relief of victims of Hurricane Sandy. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/310045-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) Senate Proceeding http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/310045-1 Thu, 20 Dec 2012 16:00:31 GMT Housing and Urban Development Secretary Shaun Donovan testified on the financial health of the Federal Housing Administration (FHA). The agency had a $16 billion deficit due to mortgage lending activity during the financial crisis. Secretary Donovan said he could not guarantee the agency would not need to draw money from the Treasury Department at the end of 2013. He also outlined a number of policy changes being enacted or contemplated that would affect millions of Americans seeking mortgages through FHA. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/309759-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) Senate Committee http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/309759-1 Thu, 06 Dec 2012 15:06:40 GMT Richard Cordray gave his semi-annual report to Congress of the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB). Among the issues addressed in the hearing were mortgage rules, the regulation of pre-paid credit cards, the CFPB's Web site, and the bureau's authority under mortgage disclosure. Mr. Cordray told the committee that a 20 percent down payment requirement would not be a part of the bureau's new rules on home mortgages. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/308152-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) Senate Committee http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/308152-1 Thu, 13 Sep 2012 14:06:57 GMT Treasury Secretary Geithner testified on the recently approved Financial Stability Oversight Council's (FSOC) annual report. In addition to questions about the FSOC report, senators also asked about sequestration and his handling of the scandal surrounding the London Interbank Offered Rate's (LIBOR) manipulation of interest rates, which occurred.during his tenure as head of the New York Federal Reserve. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/307258-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) Senate Committee http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/307258-1 Thu, 26 Jul 2012 13:59:26 GMT Witnesses testified about money market funds and proposed regulation of the financial industry. Mary Schapiro said money market funds posed a systemic risk to the financial system and therefore warranted consideration for additional regulations. Paul Stevens said new reforms would reduce competition and impose high costs on the economy, state and local governments, as well as investors. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/306701-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) Senate Committee http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/306701-1 Thu, 21 Jun 2012 22:37:58 GMT Jamie Dimon testified on JPMorgan Chase's $2 billion trading loss on May 10, 2012, and business practices in the banking industry. Among the issues he addressed were the bank bailouts following the 2008 financial crisis, banking regulations, and risk management. He also warned of a looming "fiscal cliff" when tax cuts and automatic spending cuts hit simultaneously. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/306501-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) Senate Committee http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/306501-1 Wed, 13 Jun 2012 13:58:35 GMT The heads of federal financial oversight agencies testified on on the implementation of the 2010 Dodd-Frank financial regulations law, focusing on derivatives. They also focused on a $2 billion trading loss by JPMorgan, and the implications of the loss for for future trading in financial markets. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/306404-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) Senate Committee http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/306404-1 Wed, 06 Jun 2012 14:02:33 GMT Witnesses testified on legislation that would expand the number of homeowners who can refinance and take advantage of record-low interest rates. The bill, co-sponsored by Senators Barbara Boxer of California and Bob Menendez of New Jersey, would apply to those who are current on their payments and whose loans are backed by Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac. The bill would also eliminate all up-front fees and appraisal costs for borrowers, as well as streamline refinancing applications. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/306220-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) Senate Committee http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/306220-1 Thu, 24 May 2012 14:03:39 GMT Mary Schapiro and Gary Gensler testified on the derivatives market and the ongoing implementation of the Dodd-Frank 2010 financial regulations law. Much of the hearing focused on JPMorgan Chase's recent $2 billion trading loss, which Chairs Schapiro and Gensler said they heard about via media reports. Chair Schapiro said that according to preliminary investigation, JPMorgan Chases losses happened out of the U.S.; therefore, the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) had no oversight or knowledge. She added that if Dodd-Frank had been fully implemented, regulators could have spotted the loss. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/306162-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) Senate Committee http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/306162-1 Wed, 23 May 2012 00:01:16 GMT Senate Environment and Public Works Committee Chair Barbara Boxer (D-CA) convened an opening meeting of House and Senate conferees on the surface transportation bill. Senator Boxer and Ranking Member James Inhofe (R-OK) worked together with their committee colleagues to develop a two-year surface transportation bill, Moving Ahead for Progress in the 21st Century (MAP-21), which maintains funding at current levels. On March 14, 2012, the Senate passed the bill with overwhelming bipartisan support. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/305886-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) Conference Committee http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/305886-1 Tue, 08 May 2012 19:04:48 GMT Housing and Urban Development Secretary Shaun Donovan testified the on the Obama administration's plans to help homeowners refinance their mortgages. Administration proposals included reforms like allowing universal refinancing of mortgages, and covering closing costs for "underwater" homeowners who refinance. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/305893-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) Senate Committee http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/305893-1 Wed, 09 May 2012 02:05:21 GMT Witnesses testified on the implications of and lessons learned from the collapse of MF Global. Topics included the latest on the continuing investigation, recovery efforts of missing funds, and how to better protect customer segregated accounts in the future. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/305623-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) Senate Committee http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/305623-1 Tue, 24 Apr 2012 14:02:48 GMT Attorney General Holder testified on his department's fiscal year 2013 budget. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/304814-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) House Committee http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/304814-1 Thu, 08 Mar 2012 15:02:02 GMT Ben Bernanke testified on the U.S. economic outlook for the year and the future of economic growth. In his remarks he said that the domestic economy would grow modestly despite higher oil prices and turbulence in Europe. He also said that Congress should aim to reduce the deficit over the next 10 to 15 years to reach a point where revenues cover all costs except interest payments. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/304684-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) Senate Committee http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/304684-1 Thu, 01 Mar 2012 22:52:12 GMT The Senate convened for a period of morning business and thereafter continued debate on the nomination of Alaberto Jose Jordan as a U.S. 11th Circuit Court judge. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/304414-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) Senate Proceeding http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/304414-1 Tue, 14 Feb 2012 15:00:23 GMT The Senate convened for a period of morning business and thereafter resumed consideration of S 2038, the STOCK Act, with senators continuing to come to the floor to offer their amendments. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/304148-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) Senate Proceeding http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/304148-1 Thu, 02 Feb 2012 14:30:29 GMT The Senate convened for a period of morning business and thereafter resumed consideration of S 2038, the STOCK Act, with senators continuing to come to the floor to offer their amendments. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/304096-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) Senate Proceeding http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/304096-1 Wed, 01 Feb 2012 14:30:05 GMT Richard Cordray testified on the first semi-annual report of the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau. In that report, the CFPB said it had received more than 13,000 complaints over the last six months related to mortgages, credit cards, and other financial products. Mr. Cordray previously served as Ohio Attorney General. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/304050-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) Senate Committee http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/304050-1 Tue, 31 Jan 2012 19:20:24 GMT Steve Linick testified at an oversight hearing on the Federal Housing Finance Agency (FHFA). He questioned FHFA's decision to award over $35 million in executive bonuses at Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac without conducting an independent review. The federal government had spent about $180 billion to support the mortgage companies since 2008. The government estimated the conservatorship could cost $220 billion by 2014. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/303163-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) Senate Committee http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/303163-1 Thu, 22 Dec 2011 21:15:24 GMT The Senate convened and proceeded to executive session to consider Richard Cordray, of Ohio, to be Director, Bureau of Consumer Financial Protection. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/303081-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) Senate Proceeding http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/303081-1 Thu, 08 Dec 2011 14:30:42 GMT Witnesses testified on the implementation of the 2010 financial regulations law. Witnesses also testified about the collapse and bankruptcy of MF Global under the leadership of Former New Jersey Governor Jon Corzine, as well as the confirmation process for the presidents nominee to head the Consumer Financial Protection Board. Ranking Member Senator Richard Shelby and other Republicans vowed to block the president's nomination of Richard Cordray until there were legislative guidelines in place to ensure accountability. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/303038-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) Senate Committee http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/303038-1 Wed, 07 Dec 2011 00:00:30 GMT Senate Republican leaders spoke to reporters about the nomination of Richard Cordray to head the new Consumer Financial Protection Bureau. More than 40 Senate Republicans opposed confirming anyone to head the bureau established in the financial regulatory overhaul until structural changes were made. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/303047-2 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) News Conference http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/303047-2 Tue, 06 Dec 2011 23:37:06 GMT Edward DeMarco testified about the operations and regulatory practices at the Federal Housing Finance Agency (FHFA). Among the topics addressed were different structures of Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac compared to the Federal Home Loan Banks, executive compensation, and steps FHFA had taken to reduce Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac's reliance on taxpayer support. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/302693-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) Senate Committee http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/302693-1 Wed, 16 Nov 2011 00:05:30 GMT Witnesses testified on the major economic struggles many Native communities face. They focused on the high unemployment rate, financial educations, and Native American Natural Foods (South Dakota), and CDFIs (Community Development Funds). CDFIs provide capital to small business owned and operated by various tribes, allowing them to hire tribal members and infuse revenue into the community. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/302616-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) Senate Committee http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/302616-1 Fri, 11 Nov 2011 01:18:34 GMT Military family advocates testified the financial hardships faced by military members and their families. Among the topics they addressed were predatory lending, foreclosures, current laws to protect military families, and the need to educate military families about financial stability. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/302471-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) Senate Committee http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/302471-1 Fri, 04 Nov 2011 00:02:06 GMT Witnesses testified on the risks, benefits, and future of the 30-year fixed-rate mortgage. They also said that potential homebuyers and lenders must be educated on each loan option in order to mitigate the risks for all parties. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/302200-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) Senate Committee http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/302200-1 Thu, 20 Oct 2011 14:02:24 GMT The Senate voted on procedural motions to advance parts of President Obama's jobs legislation. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/302202-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) Senate Proceeding http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/302202-1 Thu, 20 Oct 2011 14:00:00 GMT Witnesses testified on Iran's potential threats to the U.S. following allegations that high-ranking Iranian military officials plotted to assassinate the Saudi Arabian ambassador to the U.S. on American soil. Among the issues they addressed were imposing further sanctions, potential actions against teh Iranian regime, and international law. Treasury Undersecretary David Cohen said more needed to be done to apply pressure on Iran, not just for the plot but for the country's defiance on other issues such as its nuclear program. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/302047-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) Senate Committee http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/302047-1 Fri, 14 Oct 2011 02:03:48 GMT Treasury Secretary Timothy Geithner testified on the U.S. economy and financial stability. Among the topics he addressed were the state of the economy and the operation of the Financial Stability Oversight Council. He also said the U.S. economy had very limited direct exposure to economic problems in Europe, and advocated national standards for mortgage financing. The committee began by approving the president's nominee to head the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau, however several Senate Republicans said they would block the nominee from a full Senate vote until several changes were made to the bureau. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/301932-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) Senate Committee http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/301932-1 Fri, 07 Oct 2011 19:27:42 GMT The Senate Banking Housing and Urban Affairs Committee held a confirmation hearing for three of President Obama's nominations: Alan B. Krueger to be a member of the Council of Economic Advisers; David A. Montoya to be inspector general at the Department of Housing and Urban Development; and Cyrus Amir-Mokri to be assistant secretary of the Treasury Department. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/301703-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) Senate Committee http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/301703-1 Thu, 22 Sep 2011 23:02:12 GMT The Senate Banking, Housing and Urban Affairs Committee held a hearing on pending nominations. Ms. Patricia M. Loui and The Honorable Larry W. Walther were nominated to be members of the board of directors of the Export-Import Bank of the United States. The Honorable Richard Cordray was nominated to be director of the Bureau of Consumer Financial Protection. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/301377-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) Senate Committee http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/301377-1 Tue, 06 Sep 2011 18:36:06 GMT The Senate Banking Committee heard testimony on the nominations of three financial regulators, including President Obama's choices to head the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation and to be the next Comptroller of the Currency. The committee also considered a nominee for the Financial Stability Oversight Council, which the Dodd-Frank Financial Regulations law created to identify and respond to threats to the U.S. financial system. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/300715-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) Senate Committee http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/300715-1 Wed, 27 Jul 2011 04:46:00 GMT The Senate Banking Committee met to mark the one-year anniversary of President Obama signing the Dodd-Frank Financial Regulations Act in to law, and to look at the impact of that measure. Witnesses included Representative Barney Frank, Federal Reserve Chair Ben Bernanke, and the heads of several top financial regulatory agencies. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/300630-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) Senate Committee http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/300630-1 Thu, 21 Jul 2011 14:06:54 GMT Witnesses testified about the proposed work and structure of the new Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) created as part of the Dodd-Frank financial regulations law. They talked about the proposed operations and structure of the bureau, regulatory powers entrusted to the body, and oversight of the agency. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/300591-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) Senate Committee http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/300591-1 Wed, 20 Jul 2011 04:53:12 GMT Federal Reserve Chair Ben Bernanke presented to the committee the Federal Reserve Board's semiannual report on monetary policy. In his remarks he compared possible failure to raise the nation's debt ceiling to a "self-inflicted wound," which would mostly likely result in higher interest rates, slower economic growth, and an even larger national debt. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/300502-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) Senate Committee http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/300502-1 Thu, 14 Jul 2011 14:03:12 GMT Witnesses testified about proposed legislation that would more than double the limit on small business lending by credit unions. Among the issues they addressed were the potential impact on jobs and economic growth, competition between traditional banks and credit unions, and the availability of credit to small businesses. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/300073-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) Senate Committee http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/300073-1 Thu, 16 Jun 2011 19:29:18 GMT