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1 month ago

Senate Commerce Committee Urges Congress to Set National Rules for Autonomous Vehicles Senate Commerce Committee members and industry witnesses urged Congress to adopt a national framework for autonomous vehicles in the surface transportation reauthorization bill, emphasizing a safety‑case approach, data reporting to NHTSA, and stronger agency capacity while experts warned against unchecked preemption of state authority.

The Senate Commerce Committee is pushing for a national framework on autonomous vehicles to ensure safety and innovation, but some warn that sidelining state authority could lead to dangerous consequences.

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3 months ago

Senate Commerce Committee favorably reports six nominees to maritime, transportation and science posts In an executive session, the Senate Commerce, Science, and Transportation Committee voted to favorably report six nominees — including nominees to maritime, aviation, NOAA and the Surface Transportation Board — with final tallies announced for each motion.

The Senate Commerce Committee has just approved six key nominees for critical roles in maritime and transportation, setting the stage for impactful changes ahead!

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8 months ago

Senate probes Francis Collins' email urging take-down of scientists amid NIH leadership Senators question Francis Collins' email tactics against scientists at NIH and gain of function research.

Senators are raising serious alarms over an email from Francis Collins that hints at using government resources to silence scientists, sparking a fierce debate on transparency in public health.

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8 months ago

Senators question elimination of CDC Office on Smoking and Health amid layoffs Senators express concern over CDC's closure impacting public health and smoking prevention efforts.

Senators are raising alarm over the shocking closure of the CDC's Office on Smoking and Health, fearing it could derail decades of progress in the fight against tobacco use.

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8 months ago

Senate leaders clash over defense budget strategy and appropriations process Senators debate the implications of reconciliation on defense funding and bipartisan priorities.

Senate leaders are divided over the defense budget strategy, raising critical questions about bipartisan support and the future of funding amid ongoing debates.

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1 year ago

Senator calls for transparency on US funding of Wuhan Institute virus research Senator emphasizes need for accountability in US-funded research linked to pandemic origins.

Senators are demanding transparency on U.S. funding linked to the controversial Wuhan Institute of Virology, raising crucial questions about accountability in pandemic research.

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1 year ago

Senators discuss China’s threats and border security strategies in high-stakes briefing Senators outline national security priorities, focusing on border defense and counter-drone strategies.

Senators are sounding the alarm on escalating threats from China and the urgent need for a bold national security strategy.

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