Recent Congressional Committees Copyright 2007, National Cable Satellite Corporation 2012-01-31T14:35:00Z C-SPAN Archives http://www.c-spanvideo.org/ http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/303896-2 2012-01-26T13:13:06Z

David L. Strickland testified on General Motors' response to battery fires in its Chevrolet Volt electric car.

http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/303896-1 2012-01-26T13:05:16Z

Administrator David Strickland from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) testified on his agency's response and investigation of battery fires in the Chevrolet Volt electric car.

http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/303893-1 2012-01-26T10:21:51Z

Witnesses testified on improvements made to procedures at Arlington National Cemetery following the a Veterans Affairs Department study that found that over 120 graves at military cemeteries were misidentified.

http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/303928-1 2012-01-27T14:07:08Z

Economists told the Senate Budget Committee that they expected modest economic growth over 2012, but they all agreed that the economic recovery was fragile. They pointed to uncertainty in the housing markets and developments in Europe as factors that could tip the U.S. back into recession. They also discussed the need for long-term deficit reduction, including dealing with projected entitlement...

http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/303892-2 2012-01-26T13:24:56Z

Witnesses testified on the Obama administration's decision to deny a permit for construction of the Keystone XL Pipeline that would have carried oil from Canada to the U.S.

http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/303892-1 2012-01-26T13:16:38Z

Members made opening statements at a hearing on the Obama administration's decision to deny permission to continue with plans to build the Keystone XL pipeline.

http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/303929-1 2012-01-27T13:41:23Z

Witnesses testified on rulings by the Internal Revenue Service allowing mutual funds to make investments in commodities through foreign subsidiaries.

http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/303897-1 2012-01-27T13:38:17Z

Witnesses testified about reforming congressional pensions and ensuring that members of Congress were treated no differently than the rest of the federal workforce. In addition, they talked about options for reforming the entire federal pension system, to bring it more in line with the private sector workforce.

http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/303866-1 2012-01-25T10:27:43Z

Witnesses testified on the National Park Service's (NPS) decision to allow members of the Occupy, Washington, D.C., movement to camp indefinitely in the city's McPherson Square, an area under the control of NPS.

http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/303872-1 2012-01-26T15:37:59Z

Richard Cordray testified before the House Oversight and Government Reform Subcommittee on TARP and Financial Services. He focused on the proposed operation of the bureau and said it was prepared to sue companies that offered unfair or deceptive mortgages and credit cards.

http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/303896-4 2012-01-26T13:11:30Z

John German testified on the safety of lithium ion batteries used the Chevrolet Volt electric car.

http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/303748-1 2012-01-23T17:43:54Z

Financial regulators testified on implementing the Volcker Rule, which prevents federally insured institutions from investing in hedge and private equity funds. The rule was part of the 2010 financial regulations law.

http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/303748-2 2012-01-20T11:43:33Z

Financial regulators testified on implementing the Volcker Rule, which prevents federally insured institutions from investing in hedge and private equity funds. The rule was part of the 2010 financial regulations law.

http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/301656-1 2011-09-21T14:40:04Z

The House Judiciary Subcommittee on Competition held a hearing examining the proposed merger between pharmacy benefit management companies Express Scripts and Medco Health Solutions. Among the issues they addressed were antitrust concerns about the merger, prescription drug costs, and the potential impact on community pharmacies. The proposed merger would create a company involved in about a third...

http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/302610-1 2012-01-18T08:11:09Z

Witnesses testified on ways to help people find jobs such as unemployment insurance, training programs, work-share programs.

http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/302258-1 2012-01-17T11:02:35Z

Experts testified on business challenges currently facing the military defense industry. Among the topics they addressed were market operations and regulation of the defense industry, proposed budget cuts for the Department of Defense, the state of competition in the defense industry, and overseas sales of military technologies.

http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/302696-1 2012-01-16T11:42:03Z

Nisha Desai Biswal testified about a proposed program to provide clean energy aid to China. The program would provice aproximately $4 million to help China adopt clean energy technologies and policies, protect wildlife, and establish law school courses.

http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/302453-1 2011-11-04T09:33:17Z

Witnesses testified about fraud in the Department of Housing and Urban Development's affordable housing program. Witnesses included felons convicted of defrauding HUD's Home Investment Partnership program. Democrats questioned the witnesses' credibility with Representative Maxine Waters (D-CA) asking, "Why should we believe you if you're a liar?"

http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/302952-1 2011-12-05T16:52:46Z

Housing and Urban Development Secretary Shaun Donovan, a Government Accountability representative, and housing experts testified at a hearing on the fiscal health of the Federal Housing Administration (FHA). The hearing arose because of an FHA report to Congress on its current budget situation, which revealed that if the housing market continues to worsen, the agency is at risk of needing federal...

http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/302434-1 2011-11-02T13:30:47Z

Witnesses testified on China's foreign and military aid and political activity in Africa. They talked about the extent to which the U.S. was ceding economic and diplomatic opportunities to China in Africa, and whether China's expanded reach was a wake-up call for enhanced U.S. investment and trade. They also talked about areas of common interest that provide a potential basis for...

http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/302616-1 2011-11-11T14:34:57Z

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/303066-1 2011-12-09T14:48:41Z

The House Oversight and Government Reform Subcommittee on Government Organization, held a hearing on Medicaid fraud. Richard West, disabled and in a wheelchair with a ventilator, testified on his being charged for services he did not receive, resulting in the stoppage of his Medicaid benefits.

http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/303032-1 2011-12-07T12:41:37Z

Antitrust attorneys, consumer advocates, and the heads of Express Scripts and Medco Health Solutions testified on the proposed merger between the the two benefit management companies

http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/303039-1 2011-12-07T08:39:47Z

The House Financial Services Committee held a hearing on allegations that some members of Congress have enriched themselves through legal stock trades based on non-public information. Witnesses focused on a proposed bill to prevent lawmakers from using information they obtain through work to trade stocks. A form of the legislation was originally introduced in the House in 2006. The current bill is...

http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/303084-1 2011-12-12T15:24:38Z

State and Interior Department officials and people from across the U.S. working on water issues testified on the global water supply and public health issues. Among the topics they addressed were the need for clean drinking water, water use in agriculture, water purification technologies, and inter-agency coordination on public health issues and clean water regulation.

http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/302505-1 2012-01-05T14:54:16Z

Officials from the Internal Revenue Service amd Treasury and Justice Departments testified on their efforts to prevent fraud in tax returns and credits, and working with law enforcement to protect taxpayers.

http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/303212-2 2011-12-30T10:27:57Z

Officials testified about the problem of youth homelessness and government barriers that prevent many homeless youth from receiving housing assistance.

http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/303212-1 2012-01-05T15:19:43Z

Current and former homeless children testified about their experiences and government barriers that prevent many homeless youth from receiving housing assistance.

http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/302759-1 2012-01-12T10:43:20Z

NASA officials appeared before the Senate Commerce, Science, and Transportation Committee to discuss the future of human space exploration. Administrator Charles Bolden outlined NASA's budgetary goals, including the usage of commercial flight crews to travel into space.

http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/302341-1 2011-10-31T14:04:11Z

Karen Mills testified about Small Business Administration (SBA) operations and its lending programs. Among the topics she addressed were levels of small business financing, job creation, and the implementation of specific SBA programs.

http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/302456-1 2011-11-09T14:12:41Z

Witnesses testified about multiple problems with the Obama administration's efforts to create green jobs, but he said the program should not be ended. The green jobs program had employed just 2% of the total number of workers originally anticipated by the program.

http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/301377-1 2012-01-07T18:31:21Z

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/301891-1 2011-10-06T15:45:20Z

Witnesses testified about fraud and abuse of the prescription drug system in the Medicare Part D program. They focused on the taxpayer costs of such abuse and how it affected the public healthcare system. They also spoke about ways to identify and prevent exploitation of the program.

http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/300592-1 2011-08-23T16:34:03Z

Witnesses testified on the cost-effectiveness of drug and veterans treatment courts.

http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/302927-1 2011-12-01T13:58:52Z

Government and private sector officials testified on the use of antipsychotic drugs on dementia patients in nursing homes and long term care facilities. The Food and Drug Administration has said these drugs could cause serious or life threatening adverse effects. Topics included staff training, increased familial involvement, and better collaboration and communication during the transfer stage...

http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/301907-1 2011-10-06T10:37:02Z

Aviation, transportation, and government officials testified on the Federal Aviation Administration's "NextGen" program, which would shift the method of air traffic control from a ground-based system to a satellite-based system of air traffic management. Michael Huerta talked about challenges in implementing NextGen but said the agency was committed to full integration in a timely...

http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/302035-1 2011-10-17T13:07:38Z

Witnesses testified on the high-speed wireless network planned by LightSquared, and concerns that the network would interfere with global positioning systems (GPS) used by farmers, contractors, and the aviation industry.

http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/301933-1 2011-10-07T12:51:32Z

Witnesses testified about cloud computing and its implications for homeland security. Cloud computing refers to the storage of resources previously stored on individual local computers on computer servers accessible via the Internet. Among the topics they addressed were risk assessment, the Obama administration's "Cloud First Policy," and preparations at the Department of Homeland...

http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/303230-1 2011-12-19T14:11:32Z

Treasury Department and Federal Reserve officials testified on the impact of the European Union debt crisis on the U.S.

http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/303211-1 2011-12-20T10:00:30Z

Financial experts testified on the European Union debt crisis and its impact on the economies of the U.S. and other countries. <br /> C-SPAN WILL COVER PART TWO ON FRIDAY<br /> <br /> Part One Witnesses (THURSDAY)<br /> Desmond Lachman, Ph.D., Resident Fellow, American Enterprise Institute (AEI)<br /> Mr. Bert Ely, Principal, Ely &amp; Company, Inc., Adjunct Scholar, Cato Institute<br /> Mr....

http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/303233-1 2011-12-19T15:49:08Z

Witnesses testified on the impact of energy companies searching for sources in more stable areas and countries such as Canada. Much of the hearing focused on the Keystone XL proposal delay. One energy expert who testified said the U.S. cannot afford not to capitalize on Canada&#039;s oil sands from an economic and energy standpoint. Republicans agreed while Democratic members noted the lack of...

http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/303164-1 2011-12-14T13:04:02Z

Witnesses testified at a Senate hearing on existing child abuse laws and ways to improve reporting requirements. Witnesses talked about personal stories of abuse, the emotional damage abuse inflicts on victims and their families, the barriers and reluctance of some adults to report suspected or known child abuse, ongoing federal, state, and local efforts to combat child abuse, and whether existing...

http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/303163-1 2011-12-23T13:22:23Z

Steve Linick testified at an oversight hearing on the Federal Housing Finance Agency (FHFA). He questioned FHFA&#039;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...

http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/303204-1 2011-12-19T08:34:59Z

Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) members testified on on nuclear reactor safety following Japan&#039;s disaster earlier in the year. Senators in their opening statement referred repeatedly to the previous day&#039;s House hearing in which NRC commissioners accused Chair Jaczko of abusive management practices that undermine the agency&#039;s mission.

http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/303210-1 2011-12-16T10:58:29Z

U.S. narcotics officials testified on the increasing incidence of drug trafficking and violence in Jamaica, Haiti, the Bahamas and Dominican Republic. Among the topics they addressed were the human and economic costs of the trafficking, previous attempts to fight drug cartels in Colombia and Mexico, and the relation of the drug trade to terrorism in the Western Hemisphere.

http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/303183-1 2011-12-15T14:06:13Z

Robert Mueller testified before the Senate Judiciary Committee on FBI operations. Topics included the impact on FBI programs in the defense authorization bill, domestic anti-terrorism efforts, and his knowledge on the &quot;Fast and Furious&quot; gun exchange investigation.

http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/301886-1 2011-10-25T09:02:43Z

House Foreign Affairs and Homeland Security Subcommittees held a joint hearing on U.S. policy toward Mexican and Central American criminal organizations. The hearing focused on the Merida Initiate, originally a Bush administration policy still enforced by President Obama, that provided counter-drug assistance and equipment to Mexico, Central America, and parts of the Caribbean to combat drug...

http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/303028-1 2011-12-27T12:34:45Z

The Senate Committee on the Judiciary heard testimony on bipartisan legislation introduced by Senators Durbin and Grassley mandating the Supreme Court televise its open proceedings. Proponents of the bill said it would enhance accountability, transparency and public understanding of the judicial system. Opponents said it would only tempt attorneys to play to the cameras, allow video clips to be...

http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/303179-1 2011-12-15T08:30:11Z

Nuclear Regulatory Commission commissioners testified before the House Oversight and Government Reform Committee about recent allegations of mismanagement directed at Commission Chair Greg Jaczko. The commissioners accused the chair of abusive management practices that undermined the agency&#039;s mission. Chair Jaczko denied those charges, saying he has no plans to resign.

http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/303205-102 2011-12-21T15:59:14Z

The House Committee Financial Services Oversight and Investigations Subcommittee held a hearing on the bankruptcy of financial firm MF Global. Witnesses said that of the approximately $1.4 billion in customer funds, about 70% of the original value of those accounts were expected to be recovered. MF Global filed for bankruptcy October 31 following billions of dollars in losses from failed...

http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/303205-101 2011-12-16T14:56:24Z

The House Committee Financial Services Oversight and Investigations Subcommittee held a hearing on the bankruptcy of financial firm MF Global. Former Governor Jon Corzine (D-NJ) denied ever directing the use of customer funds in a last-ditch effort to avoid bankruptcy. Republicans on the Committee questioned his lack of knowledge of how customer funds were used.

http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/303205-1 2011-12-16T14:53:12Z

The House Committee Financial Services Oversight and Investigations Subcommittee held a hearing on the bankruptcy of financial firm MF Global. Former Governor Jon Corzine (D-NJ) denied ever directing the use of customer funds in a last-ditch effort to avoid bankruptcy. Republicans on the Committee questioned his lack of knowledge of how customer funds were used.

http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/302300-1 2011-10-26T11:19:23Z

Witnesses testified on the issue of online gambling, focusing on the legal restrictions of Internet gambling and the impact on consumers and states if restrictions are lifted. Among the issues they addressed were offshore Internet gambling, underage participation, the potential impact of legalization, and regulating any future legalized online gambling.

http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/303082-3 2011-12-09T12:56:45Z

Attorney General Eric Holder testified on the government&#039;s gun smuggling sting &quot;Fast and Furious&quot; operation.&quot; The Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives ran the operation between 2009 and 2010 with the goal of bringing arms smuggling charges against Mexican drug cartel members. In the process, hundreds of firearms were allowed the cross the border, and later found...

http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/303082-2 2011-12-09T12:55:31Z

Attorney General Eric Holder testified on the government&#039;s gun smuggling sting &quot;Fast and Furious&quot; operation.&quot; The Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives ran the operation between 2009 and 2010 with the goal of bringing arms smuggling charges against Mexican drug cartel members. In the process, hundreds of firearms were allowed the cross the border, and later found...

http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/303082-1 2011-12-09T12:53:57Z

Attorney General Eric Holder testified on the government&#039;s gun smuggling sting &quot;Fast and Furious&quot; operation.&quot; The Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives ran the operation between 2009 and 2010 with the goal of bringing arms smuggling charges against Mexican drug cartel members. In the process, hundreds of firearms were allowed the cross the border, and later found...

http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/301725-1 2011-09-27T13:43:22Z

Doctors and officials from Health and Human Services and the Food and Drug Administration testified on the effects of drug shortages on cancer patients.

http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/303067-1 2011-12-09T15:00:42Z

Inspectors general testified about oversight efforts of operations in Iraq and Afghanistan. They also talked about proposals to create a new office to provide oversight in Iraq, Afghanistan and other overseas operations. Stuart Bowen said the position would save taxpayers millions of dollars.

http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/303038-1 2011-12-07T10:12:02Z

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...

http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/301681-1 2011-09-22T09:10:13Z

Witnesses testified about Google&#039;s business practices and whether it leveraged its Internet search market power to prioritize some of its own business lines, such as YouTube, Google Books, or Google Travel, to the disadvantage of competitors in those business lines. Executive Chairman Eric Schmidt said that the company faced tough competition and was not using its dominance in Internet search...

http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/303003-1 2011-12-06T10:18:55Z

Witnesses testified on the future of drug and vaccine development, as well as the challenges to ensuring the availability, affordability and safe distribution of anti-malarial medicines.

http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/302928-1 2011-12-08T14:04:50Z

The subcommittee held a hearing on the rising costs of higher education and potential ways to reduce tuition and fees. Representatives Virginia Foxx, the subcommittee chair, and Ruben Hinojosa, the ranking member, spoke about some of the causes of tuition increases and the problem of increased student loan debt. Witnesses testified about potential ways for colleges to cut costs, including...

http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/302929-1 2011-12-14T11:29:40Z

Witnesses testified on the Transportation Department&#039;s new regulation restricting drive times for commercial truck drivers.

http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/303307-1 2011-12-20T13:32:12Z

The House Rules Committee held an emergency meeting on a measure to extend the payroll tax holiday, extend federally-funded unemployment insurance benefits, or prevent decreases in reimbursement for physicians to provide care to Medicare beneficiaries.

http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/299672-1 2011-12-20T17:45:53Z

International law and child custody attorneys and parents whose children were abducted to Brazil, Egypt, Mexico, Turkey, Japan and Russia testified at a hearing on American children who were abducted and taken to other countries.

http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/302205-5 2011-12-20T14:40:33Z

The Senate Education Committee marked up a new version of the George W. Bush administration education law &quot;No Child Left Behind,&quot; intended to ensure students are college and career-ready by setting up national standards.

http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/302205-4 2011-12-05T13:42:30Z

The Senate Education Committee marked up a new version of the George W. Bush administration education law &quot;No Child Left Behind,&quot; intended to ensure students are college and career-ready by setting up national standards.

http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/302205-2 2011-11-08T10:56:19Z

The Senate Education Committee marked up a new version of the George W. Bush administration education law &quot;No Child Left Behind,&quot; intended to ensure students are college and career-ready by setting up national standards.

http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/302205-1 2011-12-21T13:59:44Z

The Senate Education Committee marked up a new version of the George W. Bush administration education law &quot;No Child Left Behind,&quot; intended to ensure students are college and career-ready by setting up national standards.

http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/303160-3 2011-12-14T09:32:36Z

MF Global executives testified about the bankruptcy of their financial firm, as well as claims a senior employee with the company told one of its auditors that CEO Jon Corzine knew about the loans that were made from segregated investor accounts. They also talked about an investigation into missing funds.

http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/303160-2 2011-12-14T08:48:17Z

MF Global executives testified about the bankruptcy of their financial firm, as well as claims a senior employee with the company told one of its auditors that CEO Jon Corzine knew about the loans that were made from segregated investor accounts. They also talked about an investigation into missing funds.

http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/303184-1 2011-12-15T14:21:40Z

Frederic Hof testified on violence in Syria over the previous 9 months. He said the Assad regime was a &quot;dead man walking&quot; and its days were numbered. He also explained the dilemma the administration faced in not encouraging armed resistance. He&#039; stated he hoped the Arab League would be able to persuade Syria to accept some conditions.

http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/303179-2 2011-12-15T14:58:55Z

Nuclear Regulatory Commission executives testified before the House Oversight and Government Reform Committee about recent allegations of mismanagement directed at Commission Chair Greg Jaczko.

http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/303160-4 2011-12-14T11:41:56Z

Witnesses testified about the bankruptcy of the financial firm MF Global.

http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/302953-1 2011-12-02T17:04:09Z

The Senate Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs Committee heard testimony on laws that prohibit members of Congress and their staffs from trading on information they obtain as lawmakers and whether those laws need to be strengthened. Senators Kirsten Gillibrand and Scott Brown said they were both surprised to learn there are no official laws against congressional members engaging in insider...

http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/302977-1 2011-12-12T17:46:50Z

Heads of unions and organizations that advocate U.S. energy independence from foreign suppliers testified on the Canada-U.S. Keystone oil pipeline and its impact on jobs.

http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/303160-1 2011-12-14T08:19:03Z

Customers affected by the financial firm MF Global&#039;s bankruptcy testified at a Senate hearing. Roger Hupfer, a grain elevator operator from Freeland Michigan said regulators clearly failed the consumers they were supposed to protect. He added that after investigations are complete, he and other customers are expecting their misused funds back. Dean Tofteland, a farmer from Minnesota said...

http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/303131-1 2011-12-13T13:29:02Z

The House Rules Committee considered legislation extending the current Social Security payroll tax cuts that expire at the end of 2011, continue unemployment benefits, and prevent a cut in Medicare payments to physicians. The bill would also repeal some parts of the 2010 health care law, and required the White House to make a decision on the Keystone XL oil pipeline linking Canada and Texas.

http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/303088-3 2011-12-09T11:52:51Z

Former New Jersey Governor and Chief Executive Jon Corzine testified about the bankruptcy of the financial firm MF Global and a dispute over $1.2 billion in missing funds.

http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/302732-1 2011-11-17T15:26:40Z

Interior Department officials testified on the future of U.S. oil and natural gas development on federal lands and waters. He focused on the Obama administration&#039;s proposed five year plan for offshore energy development as well as the Interior Department&#039;s plans to regulate hydraulic fracturing.

http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/303088-1 2011-12-09T09:36:50Z

The House Agriculture Committee held a on the bankruptcy of the financial firm MF Global and a dispute over $1.2 billion in missing funds.

http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/302923-1 2011-12-08T12:24:46Z

Retailers and state legislators testified on allowing states to collect sales taxes for online purchases. Much of the hearing centered on the Supreme Court&#039;s 1992 [Quill Corporation vs. North Dakota] ruling that retailers with no physical presence in a state did not have to collect sales taxes for that state.

http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/302945-1 2011-12-09T10:31:06Z

The House Financial Services Subcommittee on Oversight and Investigations held a hearing on the Federal Housing Finance Agency&#039;s performance as a conservator of Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac since government seizure of the companies in September of 2008.

http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/302943-1 2011-12-08T11:23:17Z

State and Treasury Department representatives testified on U.S. policy toward Iran. Much of the hearing focused on the Menendez-Kirk Amendment, which bans foreign financial institutions that work with the Central Bank of Iran from working with the U.S. financial market. The Obama administration does not support the amendment, arguing that the amendment will, in effect cause, more harm than good,...

http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/302924-1 2011-12-02T13:29:44Z

The Senate Commerce, Science, and Transportation held a hearing to consider the nominations of Jessica Rosenworcel and Ajit Varadaraj Pai to the Federal Communications Commission (FCC).

http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/302976-1 2011-12-05T08:45:57Z

Witnesses talked about the Social Security Disability Insurance program and drivers of the cost of the program.

http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/302781-1 2012-01-03T16:46:09Z

Witnesses testified on drilling in the Arctic National Wildlife Refuge as a way to create jobs and increase domestic energy production.<br /> <br /> During the hearing Representative Young (R-AK) and Professor Brinkley engaged in a heated exchange after Representative Young characterized Mr. Brinkley&#039;s testimony as &quot;garbage.&quot;

http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/302746-1 2011-11-30T09:12:36Z

Energy Secretary Steven Chu testified on the Energy Department&#039;s decision to back over half a million dollars in loan guarantees to solar-panel manufacturer Solyndra, which later went into bankruptcy. In his testimony he denied that there was pressure from the White House to offer the guarantees and stressed the importance of investing in new energy sources in light of competition from China.

http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/302085-1 2011-12-02T09:13:10Z

Witnesses testified about a report, &quot;Texas Border Security: A Strategic Military Assessment,&quot; and the situation along the southern border of the United States. According to the report, drug cartels had organized in ways that resembled actual war, with their activity and networks extending beyond the border of the United States to include the whole of the Western Hemisphere.

http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/302725-1 2011-11-17T13:58:59Z

Witnesses testified on the services community banks and credit unions provide. Among the topics they addressed were the impact of regulations on small banks, the role of community banks, and bank operations during the recent financial crisis. They said their institutions were more stable than larger, national firms yet spent more resources ensuring compliance with federal laws. They asked members...

http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/301909-1 2011-10-06T15:42:22Z

Justices Breyer and Scalia testified on the role of judges in the American republic and democratic systems within the U.S. Question topics included the politicization of the judicial confirmation process, cameras in the courtroom, the role of juries, and the 14th Amendment.

http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/302174-1 2011-10-20T09:11:21Z

Witnesses testified on concussions suffered by student athletes. Among the topics addressed were returning to play too soon after injury, diagnosis of concussions, protective equipment, and the need for more awareness of the seriousness of concussions. Student athletes also talked about their personal experiences following their concussions.

http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/302084-1 2011-10-20T10:32:55Z

Witnesses testified on extending compensation to local counties for lost tax revenue on federally owned land in their jurisdictions, a program known as PILT (Payments in Lieu of Taxes).

http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/302156-1 2011-10-25T11:07:26Z

Witnesses testified about the impact of recession on older Americans, including the impact of Social Security payments, rising health care costs, and difficulties finding a job.

http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/302577-1 2011-11-28T09:43:28Z

Public school teachers testified on the possible re-authorization of the No Child Left Behind Act. The majority of witnesses agreed that there had been positive outcomes from higher student and teacher expectations as well as greater autonomy for school administrators and a stronger focus on low-performing schools. Some of the panelists argued that the bill included too much federal intervention,...

http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/302588-2 2011-11-11T11:26:44Z

The Senate Homeland Security Committee marked up legislation written to deal with the financial problems of the U.S. Postal Service. Members focused on the proposed 5-day work week and the possible closing of post offices and processing centers. The committee also considered an overhaul of workers&#039; compensation provisions for federal employees.

http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/302588-1 2011-11-11T10:52:57Z

The Senate Homeland Security Committee marked up legislation written to deal with the financial problems of the U.S. Postal Service. Members focused on the proposed 5-day work week and the possible closing of post offices and processing centers. The committee also considered an overhaul of workers&#039; compensation provisions for federal employees.

http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/302731-1 2011-11-17T14:24:11Z

Securities and Exchange Commission division directors testified on organizational and management reforms at their agency. Topics included the need for more resources and staff for the implementation of the 2010 financial reforms bill and the discipline announcement of eight employees related to the Bernie Madoff ponzi scheme.

http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/302452-1 2012-01-03T17:10:51Z

Witnesses testified on changes in airline security operations and policy in the ten years since the terrorist attacks of September 11, 2001. Among the issues they addressed were the pilot program to expedite screening for frequent travelers and the safety of x-ray machines.

http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/302694-1 2011-11-22T13:52:21Z

The subcommittee heard testimony from government officials and think tank scholars about U.S.-Iran relations. Witnesses testified on the effectiveness of sanctions and other options to effect policy change in Iran.