C-SPAN Archives Syndication - Recent Congressional Committees

Comcast and NBC Universal Merger, Panel 2

2010-03-13T17:47:16Z

The Senate Commerce, Science and Transportation held a hearing on the effect on competition and consumers of a merger between NBC Universal and Comcast. Several committee members expressed their concern over the likelihood of the rise in the cable prices and limitations to be imposed on the customers while accessing the programs, if the Comcast-NBC deal was completed.

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Oversight

2010-03-12T15:14:06Z

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U.S. Northern and Southern Command Operations

2010-03-12T16:40:47Z

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Aviation Security and Flight 253

2010-03-11T14:23:54Z

Witnesses testified on lessons learned from the Christmas Day 2009 attempted terrorist attack of Northwest Flight 253. Among the topics they addressed were expansion and administration of the "no-fly" list compiled by government agencies, airport screening improvements, and intelligence information management and sharing.

Comcast and NBC Universal Merger, Panel 1

2010-03-13T18:08:25Z

The Senate Commerce, Science and Transportation held a hearing on the effect on competition and consumers of a merger between NBC Universal and Comcast. Chairman Genachowski and Ms. Varney spoke about a number of issues related to the merger including recent disputes between broadcasters and cable companies over carriage fees for local television stations, rules for cable and satellite...

Stimulus Spending on Transportation Programs

2010-02-24T14:03:23Z

Officials testified on transportation and infrastructure projects funded by the economic stimulus bill. Among the issues they addressed were job creation, coordination between federal and state agencies, and the speed with which projects can be started.

F-35 Joint Strike Fighter

2010-03-12T16:07:08Z

Witnesses testified about the F-35 Joint Strike Fighter program, which has suffered from cost overruns and production delays. They said the average price of an F-35 aircraft as estimated by a Pentagon panel would be more than 50 percent higher in inflation-adjusted dollars than projected.

Food and Drug Administration 2011 Budget

2010-03-10T08:56:28Z

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Housing and Urban Development 2011 Budget

2010-03-12T09:10:58Z

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Treasury Department 2011 Budget

2010-03-12T15:15:38Z

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Global Health

2010-03-11T13:17:20Z

Former President Bill Clinton and Bill Gates talked about global health challenges.

Health and Human Services 2011 Budget

2010-03-11T13:56:50Z

Secretary Sebelius talked about the 2011 Health and Human Services budget request. Among the topics she addressed were increased funding for the Food and Drug Administration, health safety and security programs, and current health care reform proposals.

Fiscal Year 2011 Defense Authorization

2010-03-10T08:45:11Z

Witnesses testified about the fiscal 2011 budget request for the Department of Defense and armed services, focusing on budgets for the U.S. African and European Commands and U.S. Joint Forces. Among the topics they addressed were training programs for Afghan security forces, cooperation with Russia on missile defense, military support for the Somali government, and development of multifaceted...

Medicare Prescription Drug Program

2010-03-05T15:05:58Z

Witnesses testified about instances of fraud and abuse in the Medicare prescription drug program (also known as Medicare Part D). Among the issues they addressed were the effectiveness of oversight of the program, inappropriate billing and cost estimates, and the role of government agencies in implementing safeguards to the system. They also talked about recommendations for future improvements.

Transportation Security Administration 2011 Budget, Part 2

2010-03-05T10:40:30Z

Gale Rossides testified on the fiscal year 2011 Transportation Security Administration (TSA) budget. Among the issues raised at the hearing were plans to deploy Advanced Imaging Technology (AIT) in airports across the country.

Transportation Security Administration 2011 Budget, Part 1

2010-03-05T10:41:51Z

Environmental Protection Agency 2011 Budget

2010-03-09T09:54:23Z

Lisa Jackson testified on the Environmental Protection Agency's fiscal year 2011 budget. President Obama's $10 billion budget request for EPA would cut the agency's total funding by about $300 million from 2010 levels while allotting $56 million for regulatory programs to curb greenhouse gas emissions. In her testimony Ms. Jackson defended climate change science while Republican...

Childhood Obesity Prevention

2010-03-09T08:34:08Z

Witnesses testified on ways to reduce child obesity. Among the issues they addressed were the scope of the problem of childhood obesity, school lunch programs and children's eating habits, physical activity programs, and getting parents involved in solutions.

USAID Fiscal Year 2011 Budget

2010-03-04T13:35:46Z

Rajiv Shah testified about the fiscal year 2011 budget for the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID). Among the topics addressed during the hearing were aid efforts in Haiti, Iraq and Afghanistan reconstruction, anti-tuberculosis efforts, Somalia, autism in Africa, and international aid provided by faith-based organizations.

Toyota Recall, Part 2

2010-03-03T09:53:08Z

Automobile manufacturers testified about the U.S. government response to the Toyota recalls of vehicles due to break and acceleration issues.

Toyota Recalls, Part 1

2010-03-08T09:18:47Z

Officials testified about the U.S. government response to the Toyota recalls of vehicles due to break and acceleration issues. In his testimony, Secretary LaHood promised a complete investigation into reported incidents of sudden, deadly spikes in speed and said he may call for all new U.S. vehicles to have brakes that can override their accelerators. He also vowed to tell Japan during an...

Global Internet Freedom

2010-03-04T10:40:49Z

The Human Rights and Law Subcommittee held a hearing titled "Global Internet Freedom and the Rule of Law." Witnesses focused on censorship of information on the Internet, privacy rights, and government regulation to preserve Internet transparency.

This hearing was the second part of two subcommittee hearings on global internet freedom. The first was held on May 20, 2008...

Gays and Lesbians in the Military

2010-03-08T09:17:10Z

Witnesses testified on the potential repeal of the military's "Don't Ask, Don't Tell" policy barring openly gay and lesbian service members. They focused on the conduct of a year-long study on implementing a repeal, including plans to consult military personnel and outside organizations.

Military Construction and Veterans Administration Budget

2010-03-05T14:54:12Z

Veterans Affairs Secretary Eric Shinseki testified on proposed fiscal year 2011 appropriations for programs and activities. Among the topics he addressed were a backlog of health care claims, mental illness treatment, and efforts to combat homelessness among veterans.

Department of Agriculture Fiscal Year 2011 Budget

2010-03-10T10:11:36Z

Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack testified on the proposed $9 billion fiscal year 2011 Department of Agriculture budget.

Homeland Security Fiscal Year 2011 Budget

2010-03-05T08:10:53Z

Secretary Janet Napolitano testified before the committee about the fiscal year 2011 Homeland Security Department budget. In her testimony she spoke about a number of issues including the department's quadrennial review, port security, border security, and domestic terrorism.

Anthem Blue Cross Premium Increases

2010-02-25T10:55:48Z

The subcommittee heard testimony on reports that Anthem Blue Cross, a subsidiary of WellPoint, Inc., is increasing its premium rates by as much as 39% in the individual health insurance market in California.

Foreign Policy Priorities

2010-02-25T13:15:20Z

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Small Business and Commercial Real Estate Lending, Panel 3

2010-03-01T11:43:42Z

Witnesses testified on the condition of small business and commercial real estate lending in local markets. The Obama Administration proposed transferring $30 billion dollars from the Troubled Asset Relief Program into a new federal fund to support lending for small business, known as the Small Business Lending Fund (SBLF). The third, and final, panel of banking executives talked about how their...

Small Business and Commercial Real Estate Lending, Panel 2

2010-03-02T10:28:46Z

Witnesses testified on the condition of small business and commercial real estate lending in local markets. Obama administration officials talked about a proposed transfer of $30 billion dollars from the Troubled Asset Relief Program into a new federal fund to support lending for small business, known as the Small Business Lending Fund (SBLF). This is the second of three parts.

Small Business and Commercial Real Estate Lending, Panel 1

2010-03-01T11:14:36Z

Witnesses testified on the condition of small business and commercial real estate lending in local markets. The Obama Administration proposed transferring $30 billion dollars from the Troubled Asset Relief Program into a new federal fund to support lending for small business, known as the Small Business Lending Fund (SBLF). Several members of the panel of small business owners and business groups...

Monetary Policy Report

2010-02-26T11:28:18Z

Federal Reserve Chair Ben Bernanke presented to the committee the Federal Reserve Board's semiannual report on monetary policy. In his remarks he said interest rates would remain historically low for an "extended period."

Toyota Gas Pedals, CEOs

2010-03-01T17:24:54Z

The House Oversight and Government Reform Committee held a hearing on government response to a series of recalls for unintended acceleration and other defects.

Akio Toyoda apologized personally to the United States and millions of American Toyota owners for safety lapses that led to deaths and widespread recalls. He also said he was "absolutely confident" there was no...

Toyota Recalls, Panel 1

2010-03-01T17:29:02Z

The Subcommittee on Oversight and Investigations held a hearing titled, "Response by Toyota and NHTSA to Incidents of Sudden Unintended Acceleration."

Toyota Recalls, Panel 2

2010-03-01T17:25:32Z

The Subcommittee on Oversight and Investigations held a hearing titled, "Response by Toyota and NHTSA to Incidents of Sudden Unintended Acceleration." In his remarks James Lentz apologized for what he said was poor communication inside the company and with its customers that led to the recall of nearly 10 million vehicles. He also said that the automaker still had not ruled out...

Monetary Policy Report

2010-03-09T16:46:45Z

Federal Reserve Chair Ben Bernanke presented to the committee the Federal Reserve Board's semiannual report on monetary policy. In his testimony he indicated that the Federal Reserve had no plans to raise interest rates in the near future. He also talked about a number of other issues including Greece's financial crisis, unemployment, budget deficits, and banking regulations.

Financial Executive Compensation

2010-03-02T14:02:53Z

Special Master Kenneth Feinberg and others testified about financial compensation and executive pay at financial institutions. In his testimony, Mr. Feinberg outlined his difficulties negotiating with executives of American International Group (AIG) over pay and bonuses.

Toyota Gas Pedals, Secretary LaHood, Part 1

2010-02-25T08:44:48Z

The House Oversight and Government Reform Committee held a hearing on government response to a series of recalls for unintended acceleration and other defects. Secretary LaHood testified about U.S. government oversight and actions taken to investigate and resolve problems.

Toyota Gas Pedals, Secretary LaHood, Part 2

2010-02-25T08:45:35Z

Toyota Gas Pedals, Safety Officials and Victims

2010-02-25T09:40:50Z

The House Oversight and Government Reform Committee held a hearing on government response to a series of recalls for unintended acceleration and other defects.

Transportation officials and witnesses affected by the defects testified about responses to complaints by government agencies and Toyota.

Toyota Recalls, Secretary LaHood, Part 2

2010-02-25T15:02:55Z

Transportation Secretary Ray LaHood testified at a hearing titled, "Response by Toyota and NHTSA to Incidents of Sudden Unintended Acceleration." In his remarks he said his agency was looking at all possible causes, including electronics, for the recall of nearly 10 million vehicles.

Toyota Recalls, Secretary LaHood, Part 1

2010-02-25T15:02:36Z

Southern Afghanistan Military Operations

2010-02-23T09:57:31Z

The Senate Armed Services Committee held a hearing on Operation Moshtarak in Helmand Province, Afghanistan. Officials testified about the successes and continuing challenges for the joint military offensive, the quality of training programs, restoring trust in local government, and civilian casualties.

Economic Outlook and the Budget

2010-02-10T08:33:29Z

Witnesses testified on the aftermath of the 2008 financial crisis and its impact on the federal budget and debt. They also focused on economic stimulus proposals, deficit reduction, foreign debt, and health care reform.

Federal Budget and Deficits

2010-02-12T13:58:29Z

Economics professors testified on a target for long-term fiscal sustainability for the U.S. Among the topics they addressed were the amount of debt backed by foreign governments, deficit reduction proposals, and the impact the economic stimulus had on the U.S. economy.

Systemic Risk Monitoring and Regulation

2010-02-18T15:04:34Z

The committee heard testimony on the tools financial regulators need to monitor the systemic risk for financial institutions.

Crib Safety

2010-02-11T15:46:47Z

Witnesses testified on the recent recall of millions of cribs following the death of several infants and ways to ensure cribs meet the standards of durability and safety.

Sexual Assault in the Military

2010-02-04T14:21:42Z

Witnesses testified on the report of the Defense Task Force on Sexual Assault in the Military Services. In their remarks they said that the military's sexual assault office should be placed under Defense Secretary Robert Gates' command and that it should do more to help males, who could make up half the sexual assault victims in the military. They also said that commanders need to...

Comcast and NBC Universal Merger, Part 2

2010-02-10T09:24:00Z

Witnesses testified about the potential impact on the media marketplace of the proposed joint venture agreement between Comcast and NBC Universal. Among the issues they addressed were competition in the media marketplace, possible innovations which could result from the merger, the impact on local affiliates, and the affect on consumers.

Comcast and NBC Universal Merger, Part 1

2010-02-07T15:53:26Z

The subcommittee on Communications, Technology, and the Internet held a hearing titled, "An Examination of the Proposed Combination of Comcast and NBC Universal." The hearing explored the potential impact on the media marketplace of the proposed joint venture agreement between Comcast and NBC Universal.

This portion contains committee members' opening statements and...

Executive Compensation

2010-01-25T15:05:56Z

Witnesses testified about compensation practices at financial and non-financial firms. Among the topics addressed were recent bonuses awarded to financial executives at firms that had received federal assistance and possible regulation programs.

During the hearing Chairman Frank said that Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac, in their current form, are likely to be abolished as Congress looks...

Passenger Screening Technologies

2010-02-11T09:42:35Z

Witnesses talked about new passenger screening technologies, evaluation of the new technologies and issues encountered during testing and deployment.

Secretary Geithner on Fiscal Year 2011 Budget

2010-02-05T16:31:14Z

Treasury Secretary Timothy Geithner testified on President Obama's proposed fiscal year 2011 budget. He said that the nation's economy is stronger than it was a year ago, but that the government must continue to act to stimulate job growth. He also responded to questions on a wide range of subjects from bank lending and stimulus spending, to specific spending projects.

Review of Fort Hood Shootings

2010-01-22T13:49:33Z

A hearing was held on the report of the Department of Defense Independent Review Relating to Fort Hood about the mass shooting on November 5, 2009. The co-chairs of the review group, retired Admiral Vernon Clark and former Secretary of Veterans Affairs and of the Army Togo West, Jr., testified about the events leading up to the shooting and the immediate aftermath, as well as how military bases...

Henry Paulson on Government Assistance for AIG

2010-01-28T10:02:20Z

Former Treasury Secretary Henry Paulson testified at a House Oversight and Government Reform Committee titled "Factors Affecting Efforts to Limit Payments to AIG Counterparties" to examine the collapse and federal rescue of AIG (American International Group), in particular the compensation of AIG credit default swap counter-parties.

Secretary Geithner on Government Assistance for AIG

2010-01-29T12:40:41Z

Treasury Secretary Timothy Geithner testified at a House Oversight and Government Reform Committee titled "Factors Affecting Efforts to Limit Payments to AIG Counterparties" to examine the collapse and federal rescue of AIG (American International Group), in particular the compensation of AIG credit default swap counter-parties.

Fiscal Year 2011 Budget

2010-02-09T11:25:25Z

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Health Care Proposals

2010-02-04T10:27:07Z

Health and Human Services Secretary Kathleen Sebelius testified on President Obama's health care proposals and his fiscal year 2011 budget proposal.

Secretary LaHood on Fiscal Year 2011 Budget

2010-02-05T09:32:39Z

Transportation Secretary Ray LaHood testified on President Obama's proposed fiscal year 2011 budget. He also spoke about a recent recall of Toyota vehicles and distracted drivers.

High-Risk Activities by Banks

2010-02-03T16:26:41Z

Witnesses testified on President Obama's proposal to impose restrictions on the size and scope of financial firms to rein in excessive risk taking and to protect taxpayers. The proposals had been coined the "Volcker Rule" by President Obama. In his remarks, Mr. Volcker said hedge funds and private equity firms needed to stand on their own, without any promise or expectation that...

Airline Safety and Pilot Training, Part 2

2010-02-05T13:16:04Z

Witnesses testified on the airline safety and pilot training programs of the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA). Inspector General Calvin Scovel said the FAA had failed to meet goals on eight of 10 measures the agency said it would take, including new regulations to prevent pilot fatigue and better inspection of training for regional airline pilots. FAA Administrator Randy Babbitt countered...

Airline Safety and Pilot Training, Part 1

2010-02-05T13:21:09Z

Committee members gave opening statements on the airline safety and pilot training programs of the Federal Aviation Administration.

National Security Threats

2010-02-03T09:42:59Z

Intelligence and law enforcement officials testified on threats to U.S. national security. Among the topics they addressed were recent terrorist arrests in the U.S., assessments of threats from overseas, and the Obama administration's cybersecurity policies. Several questions also focused on the arrest of Umar Farouk Abdulmutallab for the attempted bombing of Northwest Flight 253 and the...

Secretary Geithner on Fiscal Year 2011 Budget

2010-02-04T08:58:04Z

Treasury Secretary Timothy Geithner testified before the House Ways and Means Committee on President Obama's proposed fiscal year 2011 budget. Among the topics he addressed were economic stimulus, deficit reduction, tax policy, and banking.

Fiscal Year 2011 Defense Department Budget

2010-02-23T10:42:25Z

Defense Secretary Robert Gates and Joint Chiefs of Staff Chairman Mike Mullen testified on the fiscal year 2011 budget request for the Department of Defense, the 2011 Quadrennial Defense Review, and the 2011 Missile Defense Review. They also focused on military operations in Afghanistan and Iraq, cost overruns on various programs, congressional earkmarks, treatment of detainees, and the civilian...

Gays and Lesbians in the Military

2010-02-23T16:41:34Z

This program does not yet have a summary.

Homeland Security Travel Policies, Part 2

2010-02-05T14:17:51Z

Witnesses testified on the Department of Homeland Security's Office of Inspector General audit of the amount of taxpayer dollars the department spent on conferences, retreats, and other off site activities, in addition to the lack of internal controls governing policies, oversight, and reporting of conference planning and spending practices.

Part 2 of 2

Homeland Security Travel Policies, Part 1

2010-02-05T14:11:00Z

Northwest Flight 253 Bombing Attempt

2010-01-27T10:50:40Z

Former heads of the 9-11 Commission testified about the attempted bombing of Northwest Flight 253 on Christmas day, intelligence gathering, and interagency communications. They said that the U.S. no longer retained high levels of urgency in combating terrorism, and that al-Qaida remained a major threat.

2010 Budget and Economic Outlook

2010-01-28T08:53:47Z

Douglas Elmendorf testified before the House Budget Committee on the 2010 federal budget and economic outlook. In his testimony he said the pace of the U.S. economic recovery will be "slow in the next few years," and the unemployment rate will average 10 percent through the end of fiscal 2011, while the annual budget deficit will likely remain above $1 trillion.

Haiti Earthquake Relief Efforts

2010-01-29T15:24:44Z

Witnesses testified on U.S. and international rescue, recovery and reconstruction efforts in Haiti after an earthquake that devastated the nation. Among the topics they addressed were rebuilding the health care infrastructure, public order and security concerns, and the duration of humanitarian assistance.

White House Dinner Security Breach

2010-01-21T15:13:55Z

Michaele and Tareq Salahi testified on their attendance at a White House State Dinner on November 24, 2009. The Salahis, who were uninvited to the dinner, invoked their Fifth Amendment right against self-incrimination.

China's Military Strategy

2010-01-29T10:54:13Z

Defense officials testified about recent developments in China's military capabilities and strategic position. They talked about China's relations with its neighbors and the U.S., military strategy, North Korea, and Taiwan.

Anti-Terrorism Tools and Communication

2010-01-21T15:12:01Z

Witnesses testified on inter-agency communication, and effective use of anti-terrorism tools. Among the topics addressed were measures taken following the attempted bombing of Northwest Flight 253, on-going counterterrorism efforts, restructuring of intelligence gathering groups, and methods used to obtain phone records in terrorism investigations.

Budget and Economic Outlook

2010-01-29T13:23:21Z

Doug Elmendorf testified on the budget and economic outlook for fiscal years 2011-20. In his testimony he said the pace of the U.S. economic recovery will be "slow in the next few years," and the unemployment rate will average 10 percent through the end of fiscal 2011, while the annual budget deficit will likely remain above $1 trillion.

Federal Reserve Chairman Hearing

2009-12-09T08:08:54Z

Ben Bernanke testified about his nomination to continue as the chairman of the Federal Reserve Board of Governors. In his testimony he said he is concerned about a congressional proposal to audit the Federal Reserve, saying that the legislation could allow Congress to "second guess" decisions. He outlined ways that the Federal Reserve has become more transparent and said that the...

Government Assistance for AIG

2010-01-29T10:42:33Z

Witnesses testified at a House Oversight and Government Reform Committee titled "Factors Affecting Efforts to Limit Payments to AIG Counterparties" to examine the collapse and federal rescue of AIG, in particular the compensation of AIG credit default swap counter-parties.

Review of Fort Hood Shootings

2010-01-26T09:12:16Z

The House Committee Armed Services Committee received testimony on the findings of the Department of Defense Independent Review Relating to Fort Hood. The co-chairmen of the review group testified about their findings in response to the Fort Hood shootings on November 5, 2009. Among the issues they addressed were the findings of an investigation into the incident, the Army's...

Afghanistan Civilian Strategy

2010-01-22T11:45:22Z

The Senate Foreign Relations Committee looked at political reform efforts in Afghanistan and a possible deadline for handing over security responsibilities to Afghan forces. British Foreign Secretary David Miliband and U.S. Special Representative for Afghanistan and Pakistan Richard Holbrooke also discussed goals for an international aid conference on Afghanistan that meets January 28, 2010, in...

Northwest Flight 253 Bombing Attempt and Intelligence Agencies

2010-01-27T10:03:04Z

National security officials testified on the December 25, 2009 attempted bombing of Northwest Flight 253, focusing on intelligence reforms recommended by the 9/11 Commission in its final report on the September 11, 2001, terrorist attacks. They talked about steps agencies were taking to improve inter-agency communication and the effectiveness of anti-terrorism tools, including visa checks of...

Regulation of Bottled Water

2010-01-14T11:45:31Z

Audio difficulties during a portion of the hearing.

Witnesses testified about proposed regulations for the sale and distribution of bottled water. Among the issues addressed were the consumer concerns about the safety of bottled and tap water, testing bottled water, and labeling bottles of water as a food product.

High-Speed Rail

2010-01-14T12:45:51Z

Witnesses testified about proposals to establish high-speed rail lines. Among the issues they addressed were the high cost estimates associated with the proposals, environmental and economic benefits of high-speed rail lines, and improvements needed to coordinate federal and state efforts to create high-speed rail corridors.

Electrical Transmission Infrastructure, Regulators, Continuation

2009-08-31T15:29:55Z

This hearing addressed proposals for new legislation on transmission planning, cost allocation, and siting authority. Witnesses focused on the relationship between states and the federal government in energy decisions. The opening statements can be found at 286996-1.

Electrical Transmission Infrastructure, Businesses

2009-08-31T15:29:55Z

The hearing addressed proposals for new legislation on transmission planning, cost allocation, and siting authority. The witnesses focused on energy generation and the role and practicality of renewable energy technology.

Electrical Transmission Infrastructure, Regulators

2009-08-31T15:29:55Z

The hearing addressed proposals for new legislation on transmission planning, cost allocation, and siting authority. This section consisted of the opening statements of the witnesses and representatives.

Military Strategic Education

2010-01-05T09:48:02Z

Commanders from military war colleges testified about the educational programs offered to officers and methods used to educate military strategists. Among the topics they addressed were the curricula at the various schools, preparing officers for joint service assignments, and methods used to teach officers to respond to emerging challenges to national security.

Funding Autism Research

2009-12-29T11:06:56Z

A hearing was held on progress made since the subcommittee's April 17, 2007, hearing on autism. Dr. Insel talked about autism research initiatives the the National Institutes of Health and various statistical analyses associated with research. He was followed by a panel of parents who testified about their experiences with autistic children and treatments for the disease.

Federal Secure Border Program

2009-12-21T14:11:08Z

A hearing was held on the Secure Border Initiative, focusing on deployment and construction of "virtual fence" technology along the border between the United States and Mexico. Questions and testimony focused on deadlines, and construction and repair costs.

U.S. National Debt

2009-11-20T15:56:32Z

Members of Congress and budget analysts talked about their bi-partisan proposals to reform the current budget system and reduce the federal deficit and national debt. The issue of health care costs and the current health care bills was also discussed.

Senators Voinovich and Lieberman and Representatives Cooper and Wolf talked about their bills (S. 1056 and H.R. 1557 - Securing...

NASA Human Space Flight

2009-12-29T08:54:27Z

The Senate Commerce, Science and Transportation Subcommittee on Science and Space held a hearing on NASA's human space flight plans. Norman Augustine, Chair of the Review of U.S. Human Space Flight Plans Committee, testified about the panel's findings. According to the panel, NASA will need an additional $3 billion a year to achieve its human space flight goals.

Seclusion and Restraint of Mentally Disabled Students

2009-08-31T15:29:48Z

Witnesses testified on methods of seclusion and restraint of disabled students in schools. Among the topics they addressed were personal experiences and government studies on the abuses found in various schools where inappropriate disciplinary methods were used on children. They also addressed legislation to fix loopholes in current laws and talked about enforcement and some solutions to the...

Nutrition Programs for Children

2010-01-18T15:29:48Z

Witnesses at a hearing titled, "Improving Nutrition for America's Children in Difficult Economic Times," testified about ways to improve nutrition programs for children. The first panel focused on the national school lunch and school breakfast programs. The second panel focused on improving nutrition for children when they are not in school.

Behavioral Advertising

2009-08-31T15:29:56Z

Witnesses testified about online advertising and privacy issues. They focused on \"behavioral online advertising\", or advertising that follows users web browsing history with the intention of tailoring advertisements to that user. They talked about the role of federal legislation in protecting the privacy of users.

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Body Building and Steroids

2010-01-07T11:06:04Z

Witnesses at hearing titled, "Body Building Products and Hidden Steroids: Enforcement Barriers," focused on body-building supplements marketed to consumers as over-the-counter dietary supplements yet contain steroids or steroid like substances. They spoke about health and safety concerns and regulation of natural supplement manufacture and distribution.

POW/MIA Recovery and Accounting, Panel 2

2009-12-30T10:08:18Z

Witnesses testified about recovery or remains and full accounting of prisoner of war and missing in action (POW/MIA) personnel from all past conflicts. Topics included moving resources from Vietnam to World War II and Korea, funding levels for recovery programs, family outreach programs, as well as proposed legislation to improve POW/MIA initiatives.

Panel 2.

POW/MIA Recovery and Accounting, Panel 1, Part 2

2009-12-30T10:16:06Z

POW/MIA Recovery and Accounting, Panel 1, Part 1

2009-12-30T10:00:38Z

Witnesses testified about recovery of remains and full accounting of prisoner of war and missing in action (POW/MIA) personnel from all past conflicts. Topics included moving resources from Vietnam to World War II and Korea, funding levels for recovery programs, family outreach programs, as well as proposed legislation to improve POW/MIA initiatives.

Portion of panel 1.

Pilot Fatigue

2009-12-08T14:59:27Z

Witnesses testified on the effect of pilot fatigue on commercial airline operations safety. The hearing was held following an incident in which a Northwest Airlines plane overshot its destination by 150 miles.

Broadcast Spectrum Issues

2010-01-04T16:14:51Z

Witnesses testified about the use, regulation, and disposition of broadband spectrum for broadcasting and use by wireless technology platforms. Among the issues they addressed were consumer demand for personal wireless communications devices, business demand for spectrum to incorporate newly developed applications, and licensing of broadband spectrum by the Federal Communications Commission.

Rethinking Children's Television

2009-12-30T09:56:36Z

Witnesses testified about the Children's Television Act of 1990, focusing on areas for improvement in light of new digital media technologies. Among the topics they addressed were the availability of new platforms for children's programming, the quantity and quality of educational programming available, advertising directed at children, and parental control of content.