[House Report 116-717]
[From the U.S. Government Publishing Office]
Union Calendar No. 601
116th Congress, 2d Session----------------------HOUSE REPORT 116-717
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Summary on the Activities of the
Committee on Transportation and
Infrastructure for the 116th Congress
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ONE HUNDRED SIXTEENTH CONGRESS
first session
January 3, 2019-January 3, 2020
and
second session
January 3, 2020-January 3, 2021
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COMMITTEE ON TRANSPORTATION AND INFRASTRUCTURE
U.S. HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
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Summary on the Activities of the Committee on Transportation and
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Union Calendar No. 601
116th Congress, 2d Session - - - - - - - - - - - - House Report 116-717
Summary on the Activities of the
Committee on Transportation and
Infrastructure for the 116th Congress
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ONE HUNDRED SIXTEENTH CONGRESS
first session
January 3, 2019-January 3, 2020
and
second session
January 3, 2020-January 3, 2021
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COMMITTEE ON TRANSPORTATION AND INFRASTRUCTURE
U.S. HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
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January 2, 2021.--Committed to the Committee of the Whole House on the
State of the Union and ordered to be printed
COMMITTEE ON TRANSPORTATION AND INFRASTRUCTURE
PETER A. DeFAZIO, Oregon, Chair
ELEANOR HOLMES NORTON, SAM GRAVES, Missouri, Ranking
District of Columbia Member
EDDIE BERNICE JOHNSON, Texas DON YOUNG, Alaska
RICK LARSEN, Washington ERIC A. ``RICK'' CRAWFORD,
GRACE F. NAPOLITANO, California Arkansas
DANIEL LIPINSKI, Illinois BOB GIBBS, Ohio
STEVE COHEN, Tennessee DANIEL WEBSTER, Florida
ALBIO SIRES, New Jersey THOMAS MASSIE, Kentucky
JOHN GARAMENDI, California SCOTT PERRY, Pennsylvania
HENRY C. ``HANK'' JOHNSON, Jr., RODNEY DAVIS, Illinois
Georgia ROB WOODALL, Georgia
ANDRE CARSON, Indiana JOHN KATKO, New York
DINA TITUS, Nevada BRIAN BABIN, Texas
SEAN PATRICK MALONEY, New York GARRET GRAVES, Louisiana
JARED HUFFMAN, California DAVID ROUZER, North Carolina
JULIA BROWNLEY, California MIKE BOST, Illinois
FREDERICA S. WILSON, Florida RANDY K. WEBER, Sr., Texas
DONALD M. PAYNE, Jr., New Jersey DOUG LaMALFA, California
ALAN S. LOWENTHAL, California BRUCE WESTERMAN, Arkansas
MARK DeSAULNIER, California LLOYD SMUCKER, Pennsylvania
STACEY E. PLASKETT, Virgin Islands BRIAN J. MAST, Florida
STEPHEN F. LYNCH, Massachusetts MIKE GALLAGHER, Wisconsin
SALUD O. CARBAJAL, California, Vice GARY J. PALMER, Alabama
Chair BRIAN K. FITZPATRICK, Pennsylvania
ANTHONY G. BROWN, Maryland JENNIFFER GONZALEZ-COLON,
ADRIANO ESPAILLAT, New York Puerto Rico
TOM MALINOWSKI, New Jersey TROY BALDERSON, Ohio
GREG STANTON, Arizona ROSS SPANO, Florida
DEBBIE MUCARSEL-POWELL, Florida PETE STAUBER, Minnesota
LIZZIE FLETCHER, Texas CAROL D. MILLER, West Virginia
COLIN Z. ALLRED, Texas GREG PENCE, Indiana
SHARICE DAVIDS, Kansas MIKE GARCIA, California
ABBY FINKENAUER, Iowa Vacancy
JESUS G. ``CHUY'' GARCIA, Illinois
ANTONIO DELGADO, New York
CHRIS PAPPAS, New Hampshire
ANGIE CRAIG, Minnesota
HARLEY ROUDA, California
CONOR LAMB, Pennsylvania
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On January 4, 2019, Mr. Peter A. DeFazio of Oregon was elected as Chair
and Mr. Sam Graves of Missouri as Ranking Member pursuant to H. Res. 24
and H. Res. 25, respectively.
On January 17, 2019, the Democratic Members were elected to the
Committee pursuant to H. Res. 57. Republican Members were elected to
the Committee on January 23, 2019, pursuant to H. Res. 68.
On February 7, 2019, the Subcommittee assignments were agreed to at the
Full Committee Organizational Meeting.
On October 17, 2019, Mr. Elijah E. Cummings of Maryland died in office.
On November 19, 2019, Mr. Conor Lamb of Pennsylvania was elected to the
Committee pursuant to H. Res. 712.
On March 31, 2020, Mr. Mark Meadows of North Carolina resigned as a
Member of the House of Representatives.
On July 1, 2020, Mr. Mike Garcia of California was elected to the
Committee pursuant to H. Res. 1037.
On December 15, 2020, Mr. Paul Mitchell of Michigan resigned as a
member of the Republican Conference; pursuant to clause 5(b) of Rule X,
Mr. Mitchell vacated his position on the Committee.
SUBCOMMITTEE ON AVIATION
RICK LARSEN, Washington, Chair
ANDRE CARSON, Indiana GARRET GRAVES, Louisiana,
STACEY E. PLASKETT, Virgin Islands Ranking Member
STEPHEN F. LYNCH, Massachusetts DON YOUNG, Alaska
ELEANOR HOLMES NORTON, DANIEL WEBSTER, Florida
District of Columbia THOMAS MASSIE, Kentucky
DANIEL LIPINSKI, Illinois SCOTT PERRY, Pennsylvania
STEVE COHEN, Tennessee ROB WOODALL, Georgia
HENRY C. ``HANK'' JOHNSON, Jr., JOHN KATKO, New York
Georgia DAVID ROUZER, North Carolina
DINA TITUS, Nevada LLOYD SMUCKER, Pennsylvania
JULIA BROWNLEY, California BRIAN J. MAST, Florida
ANTHONY G. BROWN, Maryland MIKE GALLAGHER, Wisconsin
GREG STANTON, Arizona BRIAN K. FITZPATRICK, Pennsylvania
COLIN Z. ALLRED, Texas TROY BALDERSON, Ohio
JESUS G. ``CHUY'' GARCIA, Illinois ROSS SPANO, Florida
EDDIE BERNICE JOHNSON, Texas PETE STAUBER, Minnesota
SEAN PATRICK MALONEY, New York Vacancy
DONALD M. PAYNE, Jr., New Jersey SAM GRAVES, Missouri (Ex Officio)
SHARICE DAVIDS, Kansas, Vice Chair
ANGIE CRAIG, Minnesota
GRACE F. NAPOLITANO, California
SALUD O. CARBAJAL, California
PETER A. DeFAZIO, Oregon (Ex
Officio)
SUBCOMMITTEE ON COAST GUARD AND
MARITIME TRANSPORTATION
SEAN PATRICK MALONEY, New York, Chair
RICK LARSEN, Washington BOB GIBBS, Ohio, Ranking Member
STACEY E. PLASKETT, Virgin Islands DON YOUNG, Alaska
JOHN GARAMENDI, California RANDY K. WEBER, Sr., Texas
ALAN S. LOWENTHAL, California BRIAN J. MAST, Florida
ANTHONY G. BROWN, Maryland MIKE GALLAGHER, Wisconsin
CHRIS PAPPAS, New Hampshire, Vice CAROL D. MILLER, West Virginia
Chair SAM GRAVES, Missouri (Ex Officio)
CONOR LAMB, Pennsylvania
PETER A. DeFAZIO, Oregon (Ex
Officio)
SUBCOMMITTEE ON ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT, PUBLIC BUILDINGS, AND EMERGENCY
MANAGEMENT
DINA TITUS, Nevada, Chair
DEBBIE MUCARSEL-POWELL, Florida JOHN KATKO, New York, Ranking
SHARICE DAVIDS, Kansas Member
ELEANOR HOLMES NORTON, GARY J. PALMER, Alabama
District of Columbia JENNIFFER GONZALEZ-COLON,
HENRY C. ``HANK'' JOHNSON, Jr., Puerto Rico
Georgia CAROL D. MILLER, West Virginia
JOHN GARAMENDI, California GREG PENCE, Indiana
ANTHONY G. BROWN, Maryland MIKE GARCIA, California
LIZZIE FLETCHER, Texas, Vice Chair SAM GRAVES, Missouri (Ex Officio)
PETER A. DeFAZIO, Oregon (Ex
Officio)
SUBCOMMITTEE ON HIGHWAYS AND TRANSIT
ELEANOR HOLMES NORTON, District of Columbia, Chair
EDDIE BERNICE JOHNSON, Texas RODNEY DAVIS, Illinois, Ranking
STEVE COHEN, Tennessee Member
JOHN GARAMENDI, California DON YOUNG, Alaska
HENRY C. ``HANK'' JOHNSON, Jr., ERIC A. ``RICK'' CRAWFORD,
Georgia Arkansas
JARED HUFFMAN, California BOB GIBBS, Ohio
JULIA BROWNLEY, California DANIEL WEBSTER, Florida
FREDERICA S. WILSON, Florida THOMAS MASSIE, Kentucky
ALAN S. LOWENTHAL, California ROB WOODALL, Georgia
MARK DeSAULNIER, California JOHN KATKO, New York
SALUD O. CARBAJAL, California BRIAN BABIN, Texas
ANTHONY G. BROWN, Maryland DAVID ROUZER, North Carolina
ADRIANO ESPAILLAT, New York MIKE BOST, Illinois
TOM MALINOWSKI, New Jersey DOUG LaMALFA, California
GREG STANTON, Arizona BRUCE WESTERMAN, Arkansas
COLIN Z. ALLRED, Texas LLOYD SMUCKER, Pennsylvania
SHARICE DAVIDS, Kansas MIKE GALLAGHER, Wisconsin
ABBY FINKENAUER, Iowa, Vice Chair GARY J. PALMER, Alabama
JESUS G. ``CHUY'' GARCIA, Illinois BRIAN K. FITZPATRICK, Pennsylvania
ANTONIO DELGADO, New York TROY BALDERSON, Ohio
CHRIS PAPPAS, New Hampshire ROSS SPANO, Florida
ANGIE CRAIG, Minnesota PETE STAUBER, Minnesota
HARLEY ROUDA, California CAROL D. MILLER, West Virginia
GRACE F. NAPOLITANO, California GREG PENCE, Indiana
ALBIO SIRES, New Jersey MIKE GARCIA, California
SEAN PATRICK MALONEY, New York Vacancy
DONALD M. PAYNE, Jr., New Jersey SAM GRAVES, Missouri (Ex Officio)
DANIEL LIPINSKI, Illinois
DINA TITUS, Nevada
STACEY E. PLASKETT, Virgin Islands
PETER A. DeFAZIO, Oregon (Ex
Officio)
SUBCOMMITTEE ON RAILROADS, PIPELINES, AND
HAZARDOUS MATERIALS
DANIEL LIPINSKI, Illinois, Chair
ALBIO SIRES, New Jersey ERIC A. ``RICK'' CRAWFORD,
DONALD M. PAYNE, Jr., New Jersey Arkansas, Ranking Member
LIZZIE FLETCHER, Texas SCOTT PERRY, Pennsylvania
ANDRE CARSON, Indiana RODNEY DAVIS, Illinois
FREDERICA S. WILSON, Florida BRIAN BABIN, Texas
MARK DeSAULNIER, California MIKE BOST, Illinois
STEPHEN F. LYNCH, Massachusetts RANDY K. WEBER, Sr., Texas
TOM MALINOWSKI, New Jersey DOUG LaMALFA, California
GRACE F. NAPOLITANO, California LLOYD SMUCKER, Pennsylvania
STEVE COHEN, Tennessee BRIAN K. FITZPATRICK, Pennsylvania
JESUS G. ``CHUY'' GARCIA, Illinois TROY BALDERSON, Ohio
ELEANOR HOLMES NORTON, ROSS SPANO, Florida
District of Columbia PETE STAUBER, Minnesota
EDDIE BERNICE JOHNSON, Texas GREG PENCE, Indiana
ALAN S. LOWENTHAL, California Vacancy
COLIN Z. ALLRED, Texas, Vice Chair SAM GRAVES, Missouri (Ex Officio)
ANGIE CRAIG, Minnesota
CONOR LAMB, Pennsylvania
PETER A. DeFAZIO, Oregon (Ex
Officio)
SUBCOMMITTEE ON WATER RESOURCES AND ENVIRONMENT
GRACE F. NAPOLITANO, California, Chair
DEBBIE MUCARSEL-POWELL, Florida, BRUCE WESTERMAN, Arkansas,
Vice Chair Ranking Member
EDDIE BERNICE JOHNSON, Texas DANIEL WEBSTER, Florida
JOHN GARAMENDI, California THOMAS MASSIE, Kentucky
JARED HUFFMAN, California ROB WOODALL, Georgia
ALAN S. LOWENTHAL, California BRIAN BABIN, Texas
SALUD O. CARBAJAL, California GARRET GRAVES, Louisiana
ADRIANO ESPAILLAT, New York DAVID ROUZER, North Carolina
LIZZIE FLETCHER, Texas MIKE BOST, Illinois
ABBY FINKENAUER, Iowa RANDY K. WEBER, Sr., Texas
ANTONIO DELGADO, New York DOUG LaMALFA, California
CHRIS PAPPAS, New Hampshire BRIAN J. MAST, Florida
ANGIE CRAIG, Minnesota GARY J. PALMER, Alabama
HARLEY ROUDA, California JENNIFFER GONZALEZ-COLON,
FREDERICA S. WILSON, Florida Puerto Rico
STEPHEN F. LYNCH, Massachusetts SAM GRAVES, Missouri (Ex Officio)
TOM MALINOWSKI, New Jersey
PETER A. DeFAZIO, Oregon (Ex
Officio)
STAFF
COMMITTEE ON TRANSPORTATION AND INFRASTRUCTURE
Majority Full Committee Staff
Katherine W. Dedrick, Staff Director
Mohsin Syed, Chief Counsel
Jill Harrelson, Director of Budget/Deputy Counsel
Kerry Arndt, Communications Director
Jamie Harrell, Director of Administration
Michael Hudspith, Legislative Assistant
Edward McGlone, Director of Northwest Policy
Madeleine Pike, Director of Outreach and Member Services
Matt Leasure, Special Assistant to the Chair
Andrew Postal, Press Secretary
Hale Diamond, Digital Director
Minority Full Committee Staff
Paul J. Sass, Staff Director
Jack Ruddy, Deputy Staff Director
Corey E. Cooke, General Counsel
Abigail Camp, Director of Coalitions and Operations
Jamie Hopkins, Staff Assistant
Tara Huffman, Deputy General Counsel
Tyler Micheletti, Operations Manager-Press Assistant
Nick Christensen, Director of Member Services
Justin Harclerode, Communications Director
Victor Sarmiento, Professional Staff
Investigations and Oversight Majority Staff
Douglas S. Pasternak, Director
Lauren R. Dudley, Counsel
Matthew Weisman, Counsel
Non-Partisan Staff
Larnell Exum, Director-Travel, Security and Facilities
Jean Paffenback, Government Publishing Office Detailee
Christopher Southerland, Assistant Systems Administrator
Michael S. Twinchek, Clerk
Margaret Wetherald, Finance and Personnel Advisor
Larry Whittaker, Systems Administrator
SUBCOMMITTEE ON AVIATION
Majority Staff
Alex Burkett, Staff Director / Special Advisor on Aviation Safety
Michael Tien, Sr. Counsel
Brian Bell, Counsel
Cheniqua Johnson, Legislative Assistant
Adam Weiss, Counsel
Minority Staff
Holly Woodruff Lyons, Staff Director and Sr. Counsel
Hunter Presti, Sr. Professional Staff
SUBCOMMITTEE ON COAST GUARD AND MARITIME TRANSPORTATION
Majority Staff
Dave Jansen, Staff Director
Matthew Dwyer, Professional Staff
Cheryl (Barnes) Dickson, Legislative Assistant
Frances Johnson-Gillion, Coast Guard Fellow
Minority Staff
John Rayfield, Staff Director
SUBCOMMITTEE ON ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT, PUBLIC BUILDINGS, AND EMERGENCY
MANAGEMENT
Majority Staff
Aaron Davis, Professional Staff
Ann Jacobs, Professional Staff
Brett Fulcer, Legislative Assistant
Minority Staff
Johanna Hardy, Staff Director
SUBCOMMITTEE ON HIGHWAYS AND TRANSIT
Majority Staff
Helena Zyblikewycz, Staff Director
Brittany Lundberg, Professional Staff
Chris Bell, Professional Staff
Jackie Schmitz, Sr. Professional Staff
Garrett Gee, Counsel
Zan Guendert, Legislative Assistant
Minority Staff
Michael Falencki, Staff Director
Cheryle Tucker, Sr. Professional Staff
Trey McKenzie, Professional Staff
SUBCOMMITTEE ON RAILROADS, PIPELINES, AND HAZARDOUS MATERIALS
Majority Staff
Auke Mahar-Piersma, Staff Director
Alice Koethe, Counsel
Andrea Wohleber, Professional Staff
Katherine Ambrose, Legislative Assistant
Minority Staff
Michael Falencki, Staff Director
Drew Feeley, Professional Staff
Melissa Beaumont, Professional Staff
SUBCOMMITTEE ON WATER RESOURCES AND ENVIRONMENT
Majority Staff
Ryan Seiger, Sr. Counsel, Staff Director
Navis Bermudez, Professional Staff
Camille Touton, Professional Staff
Alexa Williams, Legislative Assistant
Minority Staff
Ian Bennitt, Staff Director
Jonathan Pawlow, Sr. Counsel
FORMER COMMITTEE STAFF
Majority Staff
Michael Armes, Government Accountability Office Detailee
Andrew Bridson, Department of Transportation Detailee
Rachel Devine, Sr. Counsel/Staff Director, Subcommittee on Aviation
Marcus Frias, Digital Director
Elizabeth Hill, Staff Director, Subcommittee on Railroads, Pipelines,
and Hazardous Materials
Rennie Meyers, Knauss Policy Fellow
David Napoliello, Sr. Policy Advisor
Dan Ngo, Federal Aviation Administration Detailee
Kristine O'Brien, Director of Outreach and Member Services
Alexa Old Crow, Legislative Assistant
Luke Peterson, Coast Guard Fellow
Bayley Sandy, Deputy Communications Director
Minority Staff
Murphie Barrett, Staff Director, Subcommittee on Highways and Transit
Shawn Bloch, Staff Assistant
Peter Como, Staff Assistant
Fred Miller, General Counsel
Suzanne Youngblood, Deputy Communications Director
Shared
Mike Legg, Director-Travel, Security and Facilities
Scott Putz, Assistant Systems Administrator
C O N T E N T S
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Page
Jurisdiction of the Committee.................................... 1
Legislative Summary.............................................. 5
Legislative History.............................................. 19
Public Laws.................................................... 19
Resolutions Passed Both Houses................................. 56
Measures Vetoed................................................ 58
Measures Enrolled / Presented to the President / or Passed by
Both Houses.................................................. 60
Measures in House-Senate Conference or Between Houses.......... 67
Measures Passed the House...................................... 68
Measure Reported by the Committee / Pending in the House....... 127
Measures Ordered to be Reported by the Committee...............
Measures Pending in Subcommittee............................... 149
Jurisdictional Letter Exchanges................................ 151
Appropriations................................................. 156
Summary of Activities:
Full Committee................................................. 157
Legislative Activities....................................... 157
Legislative and Oversight Activities......................... 162
Investigative Activities..................................... 167
Oversight Letters............................................ 168
Committee Hearings Held...................................... 168
Subcommittee on Aviation....................................... 170
Legislative Activities....................................... 170
Legislative and Oversight Activities......................... 171
Oversight Letters............................................ 175
Minority Oversight Letters................................... 177
Subcommittee Hearings Held................................... 180
Subcommittee on Coast Guard and Maritime Transportation........ 181
Legislative Activities....................................... 181
Legislative and Oversight Activities......................... 181
Oversight Letters............................................ 185
Subcommittee Hearings Held................................... 186
Subcommittee on Economic Development, Public Buildings, and
Emergency Management......................................... 187
Legislative Activities....................................... 187
Legislative and Oversight Activities......................... 188
Oversight Letters............................................ 192
Minority Oversight Letters................................... 194
Subcommittee Hearings Held................................... 194
Subcommittee on Highways and Transit........................... 195
Legislative Activities....................................... 195
Legislative and Oversight Activities......................... 196
Oversight Letters............................................ 199
Minority Oversight Letters................................... 200
Subcommittee Hearings Held................................... 200
Subcommittee on Railroads, Pipelines, and Hazardous Materials.. 201
Legislative Activities....................................... 201
Legislative and Oversight Activities......................... 201
Oversight Letters............................................ 205
Minority Oversight Letters................................... 206
Subcommittee Hearings Held................................... 207
Subcommittee on Water Resources and Environment................ 209
Legislative Activities....................................... 209
Legislative and Oversight Activities......................... 210
Oversight Letters............................................ 214
Subcommittee Hearings Held................................... 216
Appendices:
Appendix I--Rules of the Committee............................... 219
Appendix II--Oversight Plan of the Committee..................... 237
Appendix III--Membership Changes................................. 271
Appendix IV--Public Laws......................................... 291
Appendix V--Reports.............................................. 295
Appendix VI--Hearings............................................ 301
Appendix VII--Publications....................................... 307
Appendix VIII--Witnesses......................................... 309
Appendix IX--Committee Resolutions: Authorizing the General
Services Administration Capital Investment and Leasing Program. 339
Appendix X--Hearings Held Pursuant to Clauses 2(n), (o), and (p)
of Rule XI..................................................... 343
Appendix XI--Committee Meetings Held Remotely.................... 347
Appendix XII--Summary of Committee Activities.................... 349
LETTER OF SUBMITTAL
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House of Representatives,
Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure,
Washington, DC, January 2, 2021.
Hon. Nancy Pelosi,
Speaker, House of Representatives,
Washington, DC.
Dear Madam Speaker: Pursuant to Clause 1(d)(1) of Rule XI
of the Rules of the House of Representatives, I submit the
final report on the activities of the Committee on
Transportation and Infrastructure for the 116th Congress.
It has been an honor to serve as the Committee's Chairman
in the 116th Congress. Thanks to our dedicated, knowledgeable
Committee Members and staff, we established a strong record of
achievements for the American people. The enclosed activities
report is a testament to the hard work and willingness of our
Members to work together.
The purpose of this report is to provide Members of
Congress, Congressional staff, and the general public with an
overview of the activities of the Committee. This report is
intended as a general reference tool and not as a substitute
for Committee hearing records, reports, and files.
Sincerely,
Peter A. DeFazio,
Chairman.
Enclosure.
Union Calendar No. 601
116th Congress, 2d Session----------------------HOUSE REPORT 116-717
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SUMMARY ON THE ACTIVITIES OF THE COMMITTEE ON TRANSPORTATION AND
INFRASTRUCTURE FOR THE 116TH CONGRESS
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January 2, 2021.--Committed to the Committee of the Whole House on the
State of the Union and ordered to be printed
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Mr. DeFazio, from the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure,
submitted the following
R E P O R T
JURISDICTION OF THE COMMITTEE
Rule X, clause 1 of the Rules of the House of Representatives,
116th Congress
(r) Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure.
(1) Coast Guard, including lifesaving service,
lighthouses, lightships, ocean derelicts, and the Coast
Guard Academy.
(2) Federal management of emergencies and natural
disasters.
(3) Flood control and improvement of rivers and
harbors.
(4) Inland waterways.
(5) Inspection of merchant marine vessels, lights and
signals, lifesaving equipment, and fire protection on
such vessels.
(6) Navigation and laws relating thereto, including
pilotage.
(7) Registering and licensing of vessels and small
boats.
(8) Rules and international arrangements to prevent
collisions at sea.
(9) The Capitol Building and the Senate and House
Office Buildings.
(10) Construction or maintenance of roads and post
roads (other than appropriations therefor).
(11) Construction or reconstruction, maintenance, and
care of buildings and grounds of the Botanic Garden,
the Library of Congress, and the Smithsonian
Institution.
(12) Merchant marine (except for national security
aspects thereof).
(13) Purchase of sites and construction of post
offices, customhouses, Federal courthouses, and
Government buildings within the District of Columbia.
(14) Oil and other pollution of navigable waters,
including inland, coastal, and ocean waters.
(15) Marine affairs, including coastal zone
management, as they relate to oil and other pollution
of navigable waters.
(16) Public buildings and occupied or improved grounds
of the United States generally.
(17) Public works for the benefit of navigation,
including bridges and dams (other than international
bridges and dams).
(18) Related transportation regulatory agencies
(except the Transportation Security Administration).
(19) Roads and the safety thereof.
(20) Transportation, including civil aviation,
railroads, water transportation, transportation safety
(except automobile safety and transportation security
functions of the Department of Homeland Security),
transportation infrastructure, transportation labor,
and railroad retirement and unemployment (except
revenue measures related thereto).
(21) Water power.
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General oversight responsibilities
2.(a) The various standing committees shall have general
oversight responsibilities as provided in paragraph (b) in
order to assist the House in--
(1) its analysis, appraisal, and evaluation of--
(A) the application, administration, execution,
and effectiveness of Federal laws; and
(B) conditions and circumstances that may indicate
the necessity or desirability of enacting new or
additional legislation; and
(2) its formulation, consideration, and enactment of
changes in Federal laws, and of such additional
legislation as may be necessary or appropriate.
(b)(1) In order to determine whether laws and programs
addressing subjects within the jurisdiction of a committee are
being implemented and carried out in accordance with the intent
of Congress and whether they should be continued, curtailed, or
eliminated, each standing committee (other than the Committee
on Appropriations) shall review and study on a continuing
basis--
(A) the application, administration, execution,
and effectiveness of laws and programs addressing
subjects within its jurisdiction;
(B) the organization and operation of Federal
agencies and entities having responsibilities for
the administration and execution of laws and
programs addressing subjects within its
jurisdiction;
(C) any conditions or circumstances that may
indicate the necessity or desirability of enacting
new or additional legislation addressing subjects
within its jurisdiction (whether or not a bill or
resolution has been introduced with respect
thereto); and
(D) future research and forecasting on subjects
within its jurisdiction.
(2) Each committee to which subparagraph (1) applies
having more than 20 members shall establish an
oversight subcommittee, or require its subcommittees to
conduct oversight in their respective jurisdictions, to
assist in carrying out its responsibilities under this
clause. The establishment of an oversight subcommittee
does not limit the responsibility of a subcommittee
with legislative jurisdiction in carrying out its
oversight responsibilities.
(c) Each standing committee shall review and study on a
continuing basis the impact or probable impact of tax policies
affecting subjects within its jurisdiction as described in
clauses 1 and 3.
(d)(1) Not later than March 1 of the first session of a
Congress, the chair of each standing committee (other than the
Committee on Appropriations, the Committee on Ethics, and the
Committee on Rules) shall--
(A) prepare, in consultation with the ranking
minority member, an oversight plan for that
Congress;
(B) provide a copy of that plan to each member of
the committee for at least seven calendar days
before its submission; and
(C) submit that plan (including any supplemental,
minority, additional, or dissenting views submitted
by a member of the committee) simultaneously to the
Committee on Oversight and Reform and the Committee
on House Administration.
(2) In developing the plan, the chair of each
committee shall, to the maximum extent feasible--
(A) consult with other committees that have
jurisdiction over the same or related laws,
programs, or agencies with the objective of
ensuring maximum coordination and cooperation among
committees when conducting reviews of such laws,
programs, or agencies and include in the plan an
explanation of steps that have been or will be
taken to ensure such coordination and cooperation;
(B) review specific problems with Federal rules,
regulations, statutes, and court decisions that are
ambiguous, arbitrary, or nonsensical, or that
impose severe financial burdens on individuals;
(C) give priority consideration to including in
the plan the review of those laws, programs, or
agencies operating under permanent budget authority
or permanent statutory authority;
(D) have a view toward ensuring that all
significant laws, programs, or agencies within the
committee's jurisdiction are subject to review
every 10 years; and
(E) have a view toward insuring against
duplication of Federal programs.
(3) Not later than April 15 in the first session of a
Congress, after consultation with the Speaker, the
Majority Leader, and the Minority Leader, the Committee
on Oversight and Reform shall report to the House the
oversight plans submitted under subparagraph (1)
together with any recommendations that it, or the House
leadership group described above, may make to ensure
the most effective coordination of oversight plans and
otherwise to achieve the objectives of this clause.
(e) The Speaker, with the approval of the House, may
appoint special ad hoc oversight committees for the purpose of
reviewing specific matters within the jurisdiction of two or
more standing committees.
SUMMARY OF MEASURES ACTED UPON
Bills Enacted Into Law
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Law Date Enacted Bill No. Title
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Pub. L. 116-9....................... Mar. 12, 2019.......... S. 47 (H.R. 1184)..... John D. Dingell, Jr.
Conservation,
Management, and
Recreation Act
Included H.R. 1184, Every
Kid Outdoors Act
Pub. L. 116-30...................... Jul. 25, 2019.......... H.R. 866.............. Fairness for
Breastfeeding Mothers
Act of 2019
Pub. L. 116-38...................... Aug. 2, 2019........... S. 2249............... To allow the Deputy
Administrator of the
Federal Aviation
Administration on the
date of enactment of
this Act to continue to
serve as such Deputy
Administrator.
Pub. L. 116-41...................... Aug. 9, 2019........... H.R. 2695............. To rename the Success Dam
in Tulare County,
California, as the
Richard L. Schafer Dam.
Pub. L. 116-48...................... Aug. 22, 2019.......... H.R. 639 (S. 1521).... To amend section 327 of
the Robert T. Stafford
Disaster Relief and
Emergency Assistance Act
to clarify that National
Urban Search and Rescue
Response System task
forces may include
Federal employees.
Pub. L. 116-56...................... Aug. 23, 2019.......... H.R. 3245 (S. 1833)... Restore the Harmony Way
Bridge Act
Pub. L. 116-57...................... Sep. 22, 2019.......... H.R. 831 (S. 349)..... Reviving America's Scenic
Byways Act of 2019
Pub. L. 116-63...................... Oct. 4, 2019........... S. 1689............... To permit States to
transfer certain funds
from the clean water
revolving fund of a
State to the drinking
water revolving fund of
the State in certain
circumstances, and for
other purposes.
Pub. L. 116-69...................... Nov. 21, 2019.......... H.R. 3055 (H.R. 3612). Further Continuing
Appropriations Act,
2020, and Further Health
Extenders Act of 2019
H.R. 3612 included in
Sec. 1702
Pub. L. 116-92...................... Dec. 20, 2019.......... S. 1790............... National Defense
Authorization Act for
Fiscal Year 2020
Pub. L. 116-94...................... Dec. 20, 2019.......... H.R. 1685 (H.R. 2197). Further Consolidated
Appropriations Act, 2020
H.R. 2197 included in
Title VI of Division P.
Pub. L. 116-113..................... Jan. 29, 2020.......... H.R. 5430............. United States-Mexico-
Canada Agreement
Implementation Act
Pub. L. 116-136..................... Mar. 27, 2020.......... H.R. 748 (H.R. 2440).. Coronavirus Aid, Relief,
and Economic Security
Act
H.R. 2440 included in
section 14003 of
Division B
Pub. L. 116-159..................... Oct. 1, 2020........... H.R. 8337............. Continuing Appropriations
Act, 2021 and Other
Extensions Act
Division B authorizes
appropriations for
surface transportation
accounts.
Pub. L. 116-190..................... Oct. 30, 2020.......... S. 2638 (H.R. 3362)... Friendly Airports for
Mothers Improvement Act
Pub. L. 116-192..................... Oct. 30, 2020.......... S. 4075 (H.R. 7388)... Reinvigorating Lending
for the Future Act
Pub. L. 116-193..................... Oct. 30, 2020.......... S. 4762 (H.R. 8202)... To designate the airport
traffic control tower
located at Piedmont
Triad International
Airport in Greensboro,
North Carolina, as the
``Senator Kay Hagan
Airport Traffic Control
Tower''.
Pub. L. 116-224..................... Dec. 18, 2020.......... S. 1982............... Save Our Seas 2.0 Act
Pub. L. 116-245..................... Dec. 21, 2020.......... S. 4902............... To designate the United
States courthouse
located at 351 South
West Temple in Salt Lake
City, Utah, as the
``Orrin G. Hatch United
States Courthouse''.
Pub. L. 116-__\1\................... Dec. 23, 2020.......... S. 1014 (H.R. 66)..... Route 66 Centennial
Commission Act
Pub. L. 116-__\1\................... Dec. 27, 2020.......... H.R. 133.............. Consolidated
Appropriations Act, 2021
Pub. L. 116-__\1\................... Jan. 1, 2021........... H.R. 6395............. William M. (Mac)
Thornberry National
Defense Authorization
Act for Fiscal Year 2021
Pub. L. 116-__\1\................... Jan. 1, 2021........... S. 3418............... Safeguarding Tomorrow
through Ongoing Risk
Mitigation Act
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Measure not referred to the Committee.
\1\Public Law number not assigned at time of the filing of this report.
Passed Both Houses
(Enrolled Bills or Pending Signature)
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Bill No. Pass House Pass Senate Title
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H.R. 2502........................... 10/28/2019............. 12/22/2020............ Transparency in Federal
Buildings Act of 2019
H.R. 4031........................... 2/5/2020............... 12/20/2020............ Great Lakes Restoration
Initiative Act of 2019.
H.R. 4044........................... 2/5/2020............... 12/31/2020............ Protect and Restore
America's Estuaries Act.
S. 979 (H.R. 3500).................. 12/18/2020............. 11/7/2019............. Federal Advance Contracts
Enhancement Act
S. 1869............................. 11/17/2020............. 3/3/2020.............. Secure Federal Leases
12/10/2020............. 12/8/2020............. from Espionage And
Suspicious Entanglements
Act
S. 2730............................. 12/18/2020............. 12/10/2020............ Drone Advisory Committee
for the 21st Century Act
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Resolutions Acted Upon by Both Houses
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Bill No. Passed House Passed Senate Title
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H. Con. Res. 16..................... 4/8/2019............... 4/10/2019............. Authorizing the use of
the Capitol Grounds for
the National Peace
Officers Memorial
Service and the National
Honor Guard and Pipe
Band Exhibition.
H. Con. Res. 19..................... 4/8/2019............... 4/10/2019............. Authorizing the use of
the Capitol Grounds for
the Greater Washington
Soap Box Derby.
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Measures Vetoed
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Bill No. Title Veto Message
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H.J. Res. 46 (S.J. Res. 10)..... Relating to a 3/15/2019
national 3/18/2019 H.Doc.
emergency 116-22
declared by the
President on
February 15, 2019.
S.J. Res. 54 (H.J. Res. 75)..... Relating to a 10/14/2019
national
emergency
declared by the
President on
February 15, 2019.
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\1\Pending Senate action at the time of filing of this report.
BILLS AND RESOLUTIONS PASSED BY THE HOUSE BUT NOT ACTED UPON BY THE
SENATE
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Bill No. Passed House Title
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H.R. 2........................ 7/1/2020......... Investing in a New
Vision for the
Environment and
Surface
Transportation in
America Act or the
INVEST in America
Act
H.R. 66 (S. 1014)............. 2/6/2019......... Route 66 Centennial
Commission Act
H.R. 535...................... 1/10/2020........ PFAS Action Act of
2019
H.R. 543...................... 2/6/2019......... To require the
Federal Railroad
Administration to
provide appropriate
congressional notice
of comprehensive
safety assessments
conducted with
respect to intercity
or commuter rail
passenger
transportation.
H.R. 876...................... 2/6/2019......... Pacific Northwest
Earthquake
Preparedness Act of
2019
H.R. 1132..................... 2/5/2020......... San Francisco Bay
Restoration Act
H.R. 1306..................... 10/28/2019....... Federal Disaster
Assistance
Coordination Act
H.R. 1307..................... 7/24/2019........ Post-Disaster
Assistance Online
Accountability Act
H.R. 1331..................... 4/8/2019......... Local Water
Protection Act
H.R. 1620..................... 2/5/2020......... Chesapeake Bay
Program
Reauthorization Act.
H.R. 1775..................... 10/28/2019....... Notice to Airmen
Improvement Act of
2019
H.R. 1837..................... 7/23/2019........ United States-Israel
Cooperation
Enhancement and
Regional Security
Act
H.R. 1980..................... 2/11/2020........ Smithsonian Women's
History Museum Act
H.R. 1984..................... 7/24/2019........ Disclosing Aid Spent
to Ensure Relief Act
or the DISASTER Act
H.R. 2247..................... 2/5/2020......... Promoting United
Government Efforts
to Save Our Sound
Act or the PUGET SOS
Act
H.R. 2420..................... 7/27/2020........ To establish within
the Smithsonian
Institution the
National Museum of
the American Latino.
H.R. 2440..................... 10/28/2019....... Full Utilization of
the Harbor
Maintenance Trust
Fund
H.R. 2548..................... 12/17/2019....... Hazard Eligibility
and Local Projects
Act
H.R. 2726..................... 12/17/2019....... Banning Smoking on
Amtrak Act of 2019
H.R. 2914..................... 11/17/2020....... Housing Survivors of
Major Disasters Act
of 2019, amended
H.R. 3362..................... 12/16/2019....... Small Airport
Mothers' Rooms Act
of 2019
H.R. 3409..................... 7/24/2019........ Coast Guard
Authorization of
2019
H.R. 4275..................... 2/5/2020......... To amend the Federal
Water Pollution
Control Act to
reauthorize the Lake
Pontchartrain Basin
Restoration Program,
and for other
purposes.
H.R. 4358..................... 11/17/2020....... Preliminary Damage
Assessment
Improvement Act of
2019
H.R. 4470..................... 10/1/2020........ To rename the Saint
Lawrence Seaway
Development
Corporation the
Great Lakes St.
Lawrence Seaway
Development
Corporation.
H.R. 4611..................... 11/17/2020....... Ocean Pollution
Reduction Act II
H.R. 4686..................... 7/29/2020........ Sami's Law
H.R. 4719..................... 12/17/2019....... Funding Instruction
for Safety, Health,
and Security Avoids
Fishing Emergencies
Act
H.R. 5139..................... 10/1/2020........ Stop Sexual Assault
and Harassment in
Transportation Act
H.R. 5912..................... 10/1/2020........ Expedited Delivery of
Airport
Infrastructure Act
of 2020
H.R. 5919..................... 11/17/2020....... National Children's
Museum Act
H.R. 5953..................... 11/17/2020....... Preventing Disaster
Revictimization Act,
amended
H.R. 6096..................... 11/17/2020....... Reliable Emergency
Alert Distribution
Improvement Act of
2020
H.R. 7575..................... 7/29/2020........ Water Resources
Development Act of
2020, amended
H.R. 8266..................... 11/17/2020....... FEMA Assistance
Relief Act of 2020
H.R. 8326..................... 11/17/2020....... Child Care is
Economic Development
Act of 2020
H.R. 8408..................... 11/17/2020....... Aircraft
Certification Reform
and Accountability
Act
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HOUSE RESOLUTIONS PASSED BY THE HOUSE
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Bill No. Passed House Title
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H. Res. 756................... 3/10/2020........ Moving Our Democracy
and Congressional
Operations Towards
Modernization
H. Res. 1145.................. 11/18/2020....... Condemning the
poisoning of Russian
opposition leader
Alexei Navalny and
calling for a robust
United States and
international
response
H. Res. 1253.................. 12/9/2020........ Designating room H
150 of the United
States Capitol as
``The Joseph H.
Rainey Room'' to
honor the historic
life, career, and
legacy of
Representative
Joseph Rainey of
South Carolina on
the 150th
Anniversary of his
seating as a member
of the House of
Representatives.
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MEASURES REPORTED TO THE HOUSE BUT NOT CONSIDERED
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Bill No. Report Date Reported Title
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H.R. 367............................ H. Rpt. 116-110, Pt. I. 6/11/2019............. Pay Our Coast Guard
Parity Act of 2019
H.R. 370............................ H. Rpt. 116-303, Pt. I 11/20/2019............ Pipeline and LNG Facility
(Energy and Commerce). Cybersecurity
Preparedness Act
H.R. 535............................ H. Rpt. 116-364, Pt. I 1/2/2020.............. PFAS Action Act of 2019
(Energy and Commerce).
H.R. 1108........................... H. Rpt. 681, Pt. I..... 12/21/2020............ Aviation Funding
Stability Act of 2019
H.R. 1311........................... H. Rpt. 116-146........ 7/11/2019............. To amend the Robert T.
Stafford Disaster Relief
and Emergency Assistance
Act to ensure that unmet
needs after a major
disaster are met.
H.R. 1318........................... H. Rpt. 116-66, Pt. I.. 5/16/2019............. To direct the Librarian
of Congress to obtain a
stained glass panel
depicting the seal of
the District of Columbia
and install the panel
among the stained glass
panels depicting the
seals of States which
overlook the Main
Reading Room of the
Library of Congress
Thomas Jefferson
Building.
H.R. 1322........................... H. Rpt. 116-85......... 5/23/2019............. To require a report on
the effects of climate
change on the Coast
Guard.
H.R. 1497........................... H. Rpt. 116-484........ 9/4/2020.............. Water Quality Protection
and Job Creation Act of
2019
H.R. 2242........................... H. Rpt. 116-485........ 9/4/2020.............. To amend the Robert T.
Stafford Disaster Relief
and Emergency Assistance
Act to include certain
services in the
definition of critical
services, and for other
purposes.
H.R. 2932........................... H.Rpt. 116-370, Pt. I 1/8/2020.............. Homeland Security for
(Homeland Security). Children Act
H.R. 3167........................... H. Rpt. 116-262, Pt. I 10/28/2019............ National Flood Insurance
(Financial Services). Program Reauthorization
Act of 2019
H.R. 3632........................... H. Rpt. 116-636........ 12/9/2020............. Fair and Open Skies Act
H.R. 3779........................... H. Rpt. 116-486........ 9/4/2020.............. Resilience Revolving Loan
Fund Act of 2019
H.R. 4347........................... H. Rpt. 116-662, Pt. I. 12/17/2020............ Preparedness and Risk
Management for Extreme
Weather Patterns
Assuring Resilience and
Effectiveness Act of
2019
H.R. 5047........................... H. Rpt. 116-655........ 12/16/2020............ GSA Lease Transparency
Act of 2019
H.R. 5119........................... H. Rpt. 116-462........ 7/29/2020............. Safe Aircraft Maintenance
Standards Act
H.R. 5120........................... H. Rpt. 116-661, Pt. I. 12/17/2020............ SAFER Pipelines Act of
2019, amended
H.R. 5756........................... H. Rpt. 116-637........ 12/9/2020............. Resiliency Enhancement
Act of 2020
H. Con. Res. 37..................... H. Rpt. 116-488........ 9/4/2020.............. Expressing support for
designation of October
28 as ``Honoring the
Nation's First
Responders Day''.
H. Con. Res. 90..................... H. Rpt. 116-483........ 9/4/2020.............. Authorizing the use of
the Capitol Grounds for
the National Peace
Officers Memorial
Service and the National
Honor Guard and Pipe
Band Exhibition
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SENATE MEASURES REFERRED TO THE COMMITTEE BUT NOT ACTED UPON
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Bill No. Passed Senate Committee Referral Title
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S. 1833 (H.R. 3245)................. 7/17/2019.............. T&I................... Restore the Harmony Way
Bridge Act
S. 3239 (H.R. 5937)................. 2/13/2020.............. T&I................... William T. Coleman, Jr.,
Department of
Transportation
Headquarters Act
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MEASURES REFERRED TO THE COMMITTEE AND CONSIDERED AS PART OF OTHER
MEASURES
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See also
Bill No. Title -------------------------------------------------
Bill No. Title
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H.R. 169........................... Driver and Officer Safety H.R. 2................ Investing in a New
Education Act. Vision for the
Environment and Surface
Transportation in
America Act or the
INVEST in America Act
H.R. 176........................... Appalachian Regional H.R. 8319............. Continuing
Commission Relocation Appropriations Act,
Act. 2021 and Other
Extensions Act
H.R. 358........................... California New River H.R. 2................ Investing in a New
Restoration Act of 2019. Vision for the
Environment and Surface
Transportation in
America Act or the
INVEST in America Act
H.R. 367........................... Pay Our Coast Guard H.R. 3409............. Coast Guard
Parity Act of 20192. Authorization Act of
2019
(Included during
Committee consideration
but removed when passed
by the House)
H.R. 535........................... To require the H.R. 2500............. National Defense
Administrator of the Authorization Act for
Environmental Protection Fiscal Year 2020
Agency to designate per- (Included during House
and polyfluoroalkyl consideration but
substances as hazardous removed during House-
substances under the Senate Conference)
Comprehensive
Environmental Response,
Compensation, and
Liability Act of 1980..
H.R. 543........................... To require the Federal H.R. 2................ Investing in a New
Railroad Administration Vision for the
to provide appropriate Environment and Surface
congressional notice of Transportation in
comprehensive safety America Act or the
assessments conducted INVEST in America Act
with respect to
intercity or commuter
rail passenger
transportation.
H.R. 632........................... To direct the Secretary H.R. 3409............. Coast Guard
of the department in Authorization Act of
which the Coast Guard is 2019
operating to issue a
certificate of
documentation with a
coastwise endorsement
for the vessel Safari
Voyager..
H.R. 633........................... To direct the Secretary H.R. 3409............. Coast Guard
of the department in Authorization Act of
which the Coast Guard is 2019
operating to issue a
certificate of
documentation with a
coastwise endorsement
for the vessel Pacific
Provider..
H.R. 839........................... National Multimodal H.R. 2................ Investing in a New
Freight Network Vision for the
Improvement Act. Environment and Surface
Transportation in
America Act or the
INVEST in America Act
H.R. 1166.......................... Utilizing Significant H.R. 6395............. National Defense
Emissions with Authorization Act for
Innovative Technologies Fiscal Year 2021
Act.
H.R. 1184.......................... Every Kid Outdoors Act... Pub. L. 116-9......... John D. Dingell, Jr.
S. 47................. Conservation,
Management, and
Recreation Act
H.R. 1322.......................... To require a report on H.R. 3409............. Coast Guard
the effects of climate Authorization Act of
change on the Coast 2019
Guard, and for other
purposes..
H.R. 1497.......................... Water Quality Protection H.R. 2................ Investing in a New
and Job Creation Act of Vision for the
2019,. Environment and Surface
Transportation in
America Act or the
INVEST in America Act
H.R. 1764.......................... To amend the Federal H.R. 1497............. Water Quality Protection
Water Pollution Control and Job Creation Act of
Act with respect to 2019
permitting terms, and
for other purposes..
H.R. 1821.......................... To make technical H.R. 3409............. Coast Guard
corrections to Authorization Act of
provisions of law 2019
enacted by the Frank
LoBiondo Coast Guard
Authorization Act of
2018, and for other
purposes..
H.R. 1837.......................... United States-Israel H.R. 6395............. National Defense
Cooperation Enhancement Authorization Act for
and Regional Security Fiscal Year 2021
Act,.
H.R. 1980.......................... Smithsonian Women's H.R. 133.............. Consolidated
History Museum Act. Appropriations Act,
2021
H.R. 2122.......................... To require the Pub. L. 116-92........ National Defense
Comptroller General of S. 1790............... Authorization Act for
the United States to H.R. 2500............. Fiscal Year 2020
carry out a study on the
contracting practices of
the Corps of Engineers,
with a specific focus on
how the Corps complies
with and enforces the
requirement to pay
prevailing wages on
federally financed
construction jobs..
H.R. 2139.......................... Leonel Rondon Pipeline H.R. 133.............. Consolidated
Safety Act. Appropriations Act,
2021
H.R. 2197.......................... John F. Kennedy Center Pub. L. 116-94........ Further Consolidated
Reauthorization Act of H.R. 1865............. Appropriations Act,
2019. 2020
H.R. 2206.......................... Environmental H.R 7575.............. Water Resources
Infrastructure Development Act of 2020
Assistance Act.
H.R. 2218.......................... Stop for School Buses Act H.R. 2................ Investing in a New
of 2019. Vision for the
Environment and Surface
Transportation in
America Act or the
INVEST in America Act
H.R. 2276.......................... Fair and Equal Treatment H.R. 3409............. Coast Guard
of Women in the Coast Authorization Act of
Guard Act. 2019
H.R. 2440.......................... Full Utilization of the H.R. 748.............. Coronavirus Aid, Relief,
Harbor Maintenance Trust and Economic Security
Fund Act. Act
Included in Section
14003 of Division B
H.R. 2440.......................... Full Utilization of the H.R. 7575............. Water Resources
Harbor Maintenance Trust Development Act of 2020
Fund Act.
H.R. 2449.......................... Railroad Yardmaster H.R. 2................ Investing in a New
Protection Act of 2019. Vision for the
Environment and Surface
Transportation in
America Act or the
INVEST in America Act
H.R. 2458.......................... Water Infrastructure H.R. 1497............. Water Quality Protection
Sustainability and and Job Creation Act of
Efficiency Act. 2019
H.R. 2470.......................... Clean Water H.R. 1497............. Water Quality Protection
Infrastructure and Job Creation Act of
Resilience and 2019
Sustainability Act.
H.R. 2475.......................... Revitalizing American H.R. 2................ Investing in a New
Priorities for Vision for the
Infrastructure Environment and Surface
Development Act. Transportation in
America Act or the
INVEST in America Act
H.R. 2726.......................... Banning Smoking on Amtrak H.R. 2................ Investing in a New
Act of 2019. Vision for the
Environment and Surface
Transportation in
America Act or the
INVEST in America Act
H.R. 2739.......................... Transit Infrastructure Pub. L. 116-92........ National Defense
Vehicle Security Act. S. 1790............... Autho777rization Act
for Fiscal Year 2020
H.R. 2776.......................... Stop Sewage Overflow Act. H.R. 1497............. Water Quality Protection
and Job Creation Act of
2019
H.R. 2893.......................... Boater Protection from H.R. 3409............. Coast Guard
Laser Pointers Act. Authorization Act of
2019
H.R. 2926.......................... Navigation Safety Act of H.R. 3409............. Coast Guard
2019. Authorization Act of
2019
H.R. 3066.......................... Supporting Our Coast H.R. 3409............. Coast Guard
Guard Members Act of Authorization Act of
2019. 2019
H.R. 3140.......................... Commercial Fishing H.R. 3409............. Coast Guard
Industry Vessel Authorization Act of
Clarification Act. 2019
H.R. 3193.......................... Transportation Emergency H.R. 2................ Investing in a New
Relief Funds Vision for the
Availability Act. Environment and Surface
Transportation in
America Act or the
INVEST in America Act
H.R. 3205.......................... Coast Guard Youth STEM Pub. L. 116-92........ National Defense
Programs Expansion Act. S. 1790............... Authorization Act for
H.R. 2500............. Fiscal Year 2020
H.R. 3210.......................... Coast Guard Shore H.R. 3409............. Coast Guard
Infrastructure Authorization Act of
Improvement Act. 2019
H.R. 3387.......................... To create a pilot program H.R. 2400............. National Defense
for the Junior Reserve Authorization Act for
Officers' Training Corps Fiscal Year 2020
program at Lucy Garrett
Beckham High School, and
for other purposes..
H.R. 3409.......................... Coast Guard Authorization H.R. 6395............. William M. (Mac)
Act of 2019. Thornberry National
Defense Authorization
Act for Fiscal Year
2021
H.R. 3437.......................... Saving Transit Art H.R. 2................ Investing in a New
Resources Act. Vision for the
Environment and Surface
Transportation in
America Act or the
INVEST in America Act
H.R. 3484.......................... DHS Rotational H.R. 3409............. Coast Guard
Cybersecurity Program Authorization Act of
Act of 2019. 2019
H.R. 3488.......................... Coast Guard Academy H.R. 6395............. William M. (Mac)
Improvement Act. Thornberry National
Defense Authorization
Act for Fiscal Year
2021
H.R. 3488.......................... Coast Guard Academy H.R. 3409............. Coast Guard
Improvement Act. Authorization Act of
2019
H.R. 3521.......................... Wastewater Infrastructure H.R. 1497............. Water Quality Protection
Workforce Investment Act. and Job Creation Act of
2019
H.R. 3612.......................... To repeal a section of Pub. L. 116-69........ Further Continuing
the FAST Act, and for H.R. 3055............. Appropriations Act,
other purposes.. 2020, and Further
Health Extenders Act of
2019
H.R. 3616.......................... To require the Pub. L. 116-92........ National Defense
Administrator of the S. 1790............... Authorization Act for
Environmental Protection H.R. 2500............. Fiscal Year 2020
Agency to designate per-
and polyfluoroalkyl
substances as toxic
pollutants under the
Federal Water Pollution
Control Act, and for
other purposes.
H.R. 3648.......................... Defense Access Road Pub. L. 116-92........ National Defense
Enhancement Act. S. 1790............... Authorization Act for
H.R. 2500............. Fiscal Year 2020
H.R. 3779.......................... Resilience Revolving Loan H.R. 2................ Investing in a New
Fund Act of 2019. Vision for the
Environment and Surface
Transportation in
America Act or the
INVEST in America Act
H.R. 3863.......................... To deauthorize the New H.R. 7575............. Water Resources
London Harbor Waterfront Development Act of 2020
Channel.
H.R. 3923.......................... Environmental Justice Act H.R. 7575............. Water Resources
of 2019,. Development Act of 2020
H.R. 4032.......................... Great Lakes Coastal H.R. 7575............. Water Resources
Resiliency Act of 2019. Development Act of 2020
H.R. 4110.......................... Helping Communities H.R. 2................ Investing in a New
Invest in Infrastructure Vision for the
Act. Environment and Surface
Transportation in
America Act or the
INVEST in America Act
H.R. 4306.......................... Protecting Communities H.R. 2................ Investing in a New
from Liquefied Natural Vision for the
Gas Trains Act. Environment and Surface
Transportation in
America Act or the
INVEST in America Act
H.R. 4470.......................... To rename the Saint H.R. 7575............. Water Resources
Lawrence Seaway Development Act of 2020
Development Corporation
the Great Lakes St.
Lawrence Seaway
Development Corporation.
H.R. 4531.......................... State And Federal H.R. 2................ Investing in a New
Electronic Data Records Vision for the
to Improve Vehicle- Environment and Surface
operator Eligibility Transportation in
Reporting Systems Act of America Act or the
2019. INVEST in America Act
H.R. 4614.......................... AMBER Alert Nationwide H.R. 6395............. William M. (Mac)
Act of 2019. Thornberry National
Defense Authorization
Act for Fiscal Year
2021
H.R. 4791.......................... Neighborhood Noise H.R. 2................ Investing in a New
Barriers Act of 2019. Vision for the
Environment and Surface
Transportation in
America Act or the
INVEST in America Act
H.R. 4828.......................... Sport Fish Restoration H.R. 2................ Investing in a New
and Recreational Boating Vision for the
Safety Act of 2019. Environment and Surface
Transportation in
America Act or the
INVEST in America Act
H.R. 5118.......................... Promoting Service in H.R. 2................ Investing in a New
Transportation Act. Vision for the
Environment and Surface
Transportation in
America Act or the
INVEST in America Act
H.R. 5120.......................... Safe, Accountable, Fair, H.R. 133.............. Consolidated
and Environmentally Appropriations Act,
Responsible Pipelines 2021
Act of 2019.
H.R. 5124.......................... Southern New England H.R. 6395............. William M. (Mac)
Regional Commission Act. Thornberry National
Defense Authorization
Act for Fiscal Year
2021
H.R. 5145.......................... Promoting Women in H.R. 2................ Investing in a New
Trucking Workforce Act. Vision for the
Environment and Surface
Transportation in
America Act or the
INVEST in America Act
H.R. 5234.......................... Motorcycle Advisory H.R. 2................ Investing in a New
Council Reauthorization Vision for the
Act. Environment and Surface
Transportation in
America Act or the
INVEST in America Act
H.R. 5288.......................... Upper Mississippi River H.R. 7575............. Water Resources
Flood Control Act. Development Act of 2020
H.R. 5476.......................... Local Expertise is Vital H.R. 7575............. Water Resources
for Effective Development Act of 2020
Embankments Act.
H.R. 5504.......................... To amend the National Dam H.R. 7575............. Water Resources
Safety Program Act with Development Act of 2020
respect to the
definition of eligible
high hazard potential
dam, and for other
purposes.
H.R. 5508.......................... Transportation H.R. 2................ Investing in a New
Megaprojects Vision for the
Accountability and Environment and Surface
Oversight Act of 2019. Transportation in
America Act or the
INVEST in America Act
H.R. 5539.......................... Clean Water Standards for H.R. 535.............. PFAS Action Act of 2019
PFAS Act of 2020.
H.R. 5540.......................... PFAS Transparency Act.... H.R. 535.............. PFAS Action Act of 2019
H.R. 5641.......................... Incentivizing Value H.R. 2................ Investing in a New
Capture for Greener Vision for the
Transportation Act. Environment and Surface
Transportation in
America Act or the
INVEST in America Act
H.R. 5731.......................... Transportation Funding H.R. 2................ Investing in a New
Accountability and Vision for the
Transparency Act. Environment and Surface
Transportation in
America Act or the
INVEST in America Act
H.R. 5960.......................... To require the Secretary H.R. 7575............. Water Resources
of the Army to convey Development Act of 2020
certain Federal property
in the State of Ohio to
the Friends of Barker
House.
H.R. 6057.......................... Stop the Spread of H.R. 7575............. Water Resources
Invasive Mussels Act of Development Act of 2020
2020.
H.R. 6096.......................... Reliable Emergency Alert H.R. 6395............. William M. (Mac)
Distribution Improvement Thornberry National
Act of 2020. Defense Authorization
Act for Fiscal Year
2021
H.R. 6478.......................... Public Transit Safety H.R. 2................ Investing in a New
Program Improvement Act. Vision for the
Environment and Surface
Transportation in
America Act or the
INVEST in America Act
H.R. 6575.......................... National Transit H.R. 2................ Investing in a New
Workforce Training Act Vision for the
of 2020. Environment and Surface
Transportation in
America Act or the
INVEST in America Act
H.R. 6684.......................... Yolo Bypass System H.R. 7575............. Water Resources
Improvement Act of 2020. Development Act of 2020
H.R. 6730.......................... To authorize the H.R. 7575............. Water Resources
Secretary of the Army, Development Act of 2020
acting through the Chief
of Engineers, to convey
certain property to the
Massac-Metropolis Port
District, and for other
purposes.
H.R. 6771.......................... To require the Secretary H.R. 7575............. Water Resources
of the Army, acting Development Act of 2020
through the Chief of
Engineers, to convey
certain property to the
Tri-County Levee
District.
H.R. 6964.......................... To establish a lower H.R. 7575............. Water Resources
Missouri River flood Development Act of 2020
prevention program, and
for other purposes.
H.R. 6985.......................... Dam Safety Improvement H.R. 7575............. Water Resources
Act. Development Act of 2020
H.R. 7038.......................... Captive Commuter Toll H.R. 2................ Investing in a New
Relief Act. Vision for the
Environment and Surface
Transportation in
America Act or the
INVEST in America Act
H.R. 7095.......................... Investing in a New Vision H.R. 2................ Investing in a New
for the Environment and Vision for the
Surface Transportation Environment and Surface
in America Act. Transportation in
America Act or the
INVEST in America Act
H.R. 7097.......................... Stop Swaps, Protect Local H.R. 2................ Investing in a New
Jobs Act. Vision for the
Environment and Surface
Transportation in
America Act or the
INVEST in America Act
H.R. 7220.......................... Hudson River Climate H.R. 7575............. Water Resources
Change Protection Act. Development Act of 2020
H.R. 7246.......................... Ohio River Basin H.R. 2................ Investing in a New
Preparedness Act. Vision for the
Environment and Surface
Transportation in
America Act or the
INVEST in America Act
H.R. 7416.......................... Coastal and Inland Ports H.R. 6395............. William M. (Mac)
and Terminals Commerce Thornberry National
Improvement Act. Defense Authorization
Act for Fiscal Year
2021
H.R. 7515.......................... Maritime Transportation H.R. 6395............. William M. (Mac)
System Emergency Relief Thornberry National
Act of 2020. Defense Authorization
Act for Fiscal Year
2021
H.R. 7575.......................... Water Resources H.R. 133.............. Consolidated
Development Act of 2020. Appropriations Act,
2021
H.R. 7588.......................... Strengthening the H.R. 6395............. William M. (Mac)
Cybersecurity and Thornberry National
Infrastructure Security Defense Authorization
Agency Act of 2020. Act for Fiscal Year
2021
H.R. 7833.......................... Tuscarawas River Flooding H.R. 7575............. Water Resources
Study Act. Development Act of 2020
H.R. 8099.......................... Diversity in Defense Act H.R. 6395............. William M. (Mac)
of 2020. Thornberry National
Defense Authorization
Act for Fiscal Year
2021
H.R. 8309.......................... Keep America Secure Act.. H.R. 6395............. William M. (Mac)
Thornberry National
Defense Authorization
Act for Fiscal Year
2021
H.R. 8408.......................... Aircraft Certification H.R. 133.............. Consolidated
Reform and Appropriations Act,
Accountability Act. 2021
H.R. 8504.......................... Payroll Support Program H.R. 133.............. Consolidated
Extension Act. Appropriations Act,
2021
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LEGISLATIVE ACTIVITIES OF THE COMMITTEE
Public Laws...................................................... 19
John D. Dingell, Jr. Conservation, Management, and Recreation
Act........................................................ 19
Fairness For Breastfeeding Mothers Act of 2019............... 21
Deputy Administrator of the Federal Aviation Administration
Service.................................................... 22
Rename Success Dam as the Richard L. Schafer Dam............. 23
National Urban Search and Rescue Response System task forces
may include Federal employees.............................. 24
Restore the Harmony Way Bridge Act........................... 25
Reviving America's Scenic Byways Act of 2019................. 26
Clean Water Revolving Fund Transfer.......................... 27
Further Continuing Appropriations Act, 2020, and Further
Health Extenders Act of 2019............................... 28
National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2020...... 29
Further Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2020 (National Law
Enforcement Museum Commemorative Coin Act)................. 34
United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement Implementation Act..... 36
Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security Act........... 38
Continuing Appropriations Act, 2021 and Other Extensions Act. 39
Friendly Airports for Mothers Improvement Act (Small Airport
Mothers' Rooms Act of 2019)................................ 40
Reinvigorating Lending for the Future Act.................... 41
Senator Kay Hagan Airport Traffic Control Tower.............. 42
Save Our Seas 2.0 Act........................................ 42
Resolutions Passed Both Houses................................... 56
Use of the Capitol Grounds for the National Peace Officers
Memorial Service and the National Honor Guard and Pipe Band
Exhibition................................................. 56
Use of the Capitol Grounds for the Greater Washington Soap
Box Derby.................................................. 57
Measures Vetoed.................................................. 58
Relating to a national emergency declared by the President on
February 15, 2019.......................................... 58
Relating to a national emergency declared by the President on
February 15, 2019.......................................... 59
Measures Enrolled/Presented to the President/or Passed by Both
Houses......................................................... 60
Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2021........................ 46
Transparency in Federal Buildings Projects Act of 2019....... 60
Great Lakes Restoration Initiative Act of 2019............... 61
William M. (Mac) Thornberry National Defense Authorization
Act for Fiscal Year 2021 (National Defense Authorization
Act for Fiscal Year 2021).................................. 49
Federal Advance Contracts Enhancement Act.................... 64
Route 66 Centennial Commission Act........................... 45
Secure Federal LEASEs Act Secure Federal Leases from
Espionage And Suspicious Entanglements Act................. 65
Drone Advisory Committee for the 21st Century Act............ 66
Safeguarding Tomorrow through Ongoing Risk Mitigation Act of
2020 STORM Act of 2020 (Resilience Revolving Loan Fund Act
of 2019)................................................... 54
Orrin G. Hatch United States Courthouse...................... 44
Measures Between Houses.......................................... 67
Water Resources Development Act of 2020...................... 67
Measures Passed the House........................................ 68
Moving Forward Act (INVEST in America Act)................... 68
PFAS Action Act of 2019...................................... 82
Requiring Federal Railroad Administration to Provide
Congressional Notice of Comprehensive Safety Assessments... 84
Pacific Northwest Earthquake Preparedness Act of 2019........ 85
San Francisco Bay Restoration Act............................ 86
Federal Disaster Assistance Coordination Act................. 87
Post-Disaster Assistance Online Accountability Act........... 88
Local Water Protection Act................................... 89
Chesapeake Bay Program Reauthorization Act................... 90
Notice to Airmen Improvement Act of 2019..................... 91
United States-Israel Cooperation Enhancement and Regional
Security Act............................................... 92
Smithsonian Women's History Museum Act....................... 93
Disclosing Aid Spent to Ensure Relief Act.................... 94
Promoting United Government Efforts To Save Our Sound Act.... 95
National Museum of the American Latino Act................... 97
Full Utilization of the Harbor Maintenance Trust Fund Act.... 98
Hazard Eligibility and Local Projects Act.................... 99
Banning Smoking on Amtrak Act of 2019........................ 100
Housing Survivors of Major Disasters Act of 2019............. 101
Coast Guard Authorization of 2019............................ 102
Protect and Restore America's Estuaries Act.................. 62
Reauthorization of the Lake Pontchartrain Basin Restoration
Program.................................................... 106
Preliminary Damage Assessment Improvement Act of 2019........ 107
To rename the Saint Lawrence Seaway Development Corporation
the Great Lakes St. Lawrence Seaway Development Corporation 108
Ocean Pollution Reduction Act II............................. 110
Sami's Law................................................... 111
Funding Instruction for Safety, Health, and Security Avoids
Fishing Emergencies Act.................................... 111
Stop Sexual Assault and Harassment in Transportation Act..... 112
Expedited Delivery of Airport Infrastructure Act of 2020..... 114
National Children's Museum Act............................... 115
Preventing Disaster Revictimization Act...................... 116
Reliable Emergency Alert Distribution Improvement Act of 2020 116
Water Resources Development Act of 2020...................... 117
FEMA Assistance Relief Act of 2020........................... 122
Child Care is Economic Development Act of 2020............... 123
Aircraft Certification Reform and Accountability Act......... 124
Moving Our Democracy and Congressional Operations Towards
Modernization Resolution................................... 125
Condemning the poisoning of Russian opposition leader Alexei
Navalny.................................................... 126
The Joseph H. Rainey Room, H 150, The Capitol................ 126
Measures Reported by the Committee/Pending in the House.......... 127
Pay Our Coast Guard Parity Act of 2019....................... 127
Pipeline and LNG Facility Cybersecurity Preparedness Act..... 128
Aviation Funding Stability Act of 2019....................... 128
To amend the Robert T. Stafford Disaster Relief and Emergency
Assistance Act to ensure that unmet needs after a major
disaster are met........................................... 129
Directing the Library of Congress to obtain a stain glassed
panel depicting the seal of the District of Columbia and
install the panel.......................................... 130
To require a report on the effects of climate change on the
Coast Guard, and for other purposes........................ 132
Water Quality Protection and Job Creation Act of 2019........ 132
To amend the Robert T. Stafford Disaster Relief and Emergency
Assistance Act to include certain services in the
definition of critical services............................ 135
Wildlife Corridors Conservation Act of 2019.................. 136
Fair and Open Skies Act...................................... 137
Homeland Security for Children Act........................... 139
National Flood Insurance Program Reauthorization Act of 2019. 140
Preparedness and Risk Management for Extreme Weather Patterns
Assuring Resilience and Effectiveness Act of 2019.......... 141
GSA Lease Transparency Act of 2019........................... 143
Safe Aircraft Maintenance Standards Act...................... 143
Safe, Accountable, Fair, and Environmentally Responsible
Pipelines Act of 2019 SAFER Pipelines Act of 2019.......... 145
Resiliency Enhancement Act of 2020........................... 146
Honoring the Nation's First Responders Day................... 147
Use of the Capitol Grounds for the National Peace Officers
Memorial Service and the National Honor Guard and Pipe Band
Exhibition................................................. 148
Measures Ordered to be Reported by the Committee.................
Measures Pending in Subcommittee................................. 149
Reauthorizing and Extending America's Community Health Act... 149
William T. Coleman, Jr., Department of Transportation
Headquarters Act........................................... 150
AMBER Alert Nationwide Act of 2019........................... 151
Jurisdictional Letter Exchanges.................................. 151
Energy Emergency Leadership Act.............................. 151
Pipeline Security Act........................................ 152
Reforming Disaster Recovery Act of 2019...................... 153
Promoting Research and Observations of Space Weather to
Improve the Forecasting of Tomorrow Act.................... 153
Ban Surprise Billing Act..................................... 154
National Evaluation of Aviation and Aerospace Solutions to
Climate Change Act of 2020................................. 155
Appropriations................................................... 156
Continuing Appropriations Act, 2021 and Other Extensions Act. 156
LEGISLATIVE ACTIVITIES OF THE COMMITTEE
During the 116th Congress, the Committee was referred 790
measures; considered 50 measures; 70 measures passed the House;
and had 18 measures signed into Law.
PUBLIC LAWS
John D. Dingell, Jr. Conservation, Management, and Recreation Act
Public Law 116-9 S. 47 (H.R. 1184)
To provide for the management of the natural resources of the
United States, and for other purposes.
Summary
As introduced, section 9001 of S. 47 contains the text of
H.R. 1184, the Every Kid Outdoors Act.
Section 9001 of Public Law 116-9, the Every Kid Outdoors
Act directs seven bureaus in four agencies to jointly establish
the Every Kid Outdoors program to provide any fourth grader or
home-schooled learner 10 years of age residing in the United
States and any U.S. territory or possession with free access to
publicly accessible federal lands and waters. The bureaus that
would establish and administer the program are the National
Park Service, the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, the Bureau of
Land Management, the Bureau of Reclamation, the U.S. Forest
Service, the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration,
and the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers.
Legislative History
116TH CONGRESS
S. 47
S. 47 was introduced in the Senate on January 8, 2019, by
Ms. Murkowski and Ms. Cantwell and placed on the Senate
Calendar.
The Senate considered S. 47 on February 11 and 12, 2019;
and passed the measure, amended, by a record vote of 92 yeas
and 8 nays.
S. 47 was received in the House on February 13, 2019, and
held at the Desk.
The House considered S. 47 under Suspension of the Rules on
February 26, 2019, and passed the measure by a \2/3\ record
vote of 363 yeas and 62 nays (Roll No. 95). Following passage,
the House agreed to H. Con. Res. 21, making corrections to the
enrollment of S. 47. Subsequently, on February 27, 2019, the
Senate agreed to H. Con. Res. 21 by unanimous consent, clearing
the measure for the President.
S. 47 was presented to the President on March 6, 2019, and
signed into law on March 12, 2019, as Public Law 116-9.
H.R. 1184
H.R. 1184, the Every Kid Outdoors Act, was introduced in
the House on February 13, 2019, by Ms. DeGette and 23 original
cosponsors and referred to the Committee on Natural Resources,
and in addition to the Committee on Agriculture, and the
Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. Within the
Committee, H.R. 1184 was referred to the Subcommittee on Water
Resources and Environment.
As passed by the House, section 9001 of S. 47 contains H.R.
1184, as introduced.
115TH CONGRESS
H.R. 3186, the Every Kid Outdoors Act, was introduced in
the House on July 11, 2017, by Ms. Tongas, Mr. Tipton, Ms.
DeGette, and Ms. Stefanik, and referred to the Committee on
Natural Resources, and in addition to the Committee on
Agriculture, and the Committee on Transportation and
Infrastructure. Within the Committee, H.R. 3186 was referred to
the Subcommittee on Water Resources and Environment.
The Committee on Natural Resources considered H.R. 3186 on
May 16, 2018, and ordered the measure to be reported to the
House, amended, by unanimous consent.
The Chair of the Committee on Transportation and
Infrastructure sent a letter to the Chair of the Committee on
Natural Resources on July 19, 2018, agreeing that, in order to
expedite consideration on the House Floor, the Committee on
Transportation and Infrastructure would waive further
consideration of H.R. 3186. The letter further requested
support for the appointment of Conferees should a House-Senate
Conference be called. On August 1, 2018, the Chair of the
Committee on Natural Resources responded acknowledging the
jurisdictional interest of the Committee on Transportation and
Infrastructure; the agreement to expedite consideration; and
agree to support the request for Conferees.
The Committee on Natural Resources reported H.R. 3186 to
the House on August 3, 2018, as H. Rpt. 115-880, Part I.
Subsequently, the Committee on Agriculture and the Committee on
Transportation and Infrastructure were discharged from further
consideration of H.R. 3186. H.R. 3186 was placed on the Union
Calendar, Calendar No. 678.
The House considered H.R. 3186 under Suspension of the
Rules on September 12, 2018, and passed the measure, as
amended, by a \2/3\ recorded vote of 383 yeas and 2 nays (Roll
No. 395).
H.R. 3186 was received in the Senate on September 17, 2018;
read twice; and referred to the Senate Committee on Energy and
Natural Resources.
The Senate Committee on Energy and Natural Resources
considered H.R. 3186 on October 2, 2018, and ordered the
measure to be reported to the Senate without amendment,
favorably.
The Senate Committee on Energy and Natural Resources
reported H.R. 3186 to the Senate on November 28, 2018, as S.
Rpt. 115-394. Placed on the Senate Legislative Calendar under
General Orders. Calendar No. 680.
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Fairness for Breastfeeding Mothers Act of 2019
Public Law 116-30 H.R. 866 (S. 528)
To provide a lactation room in public buildings.
Summary
H.R. 886 requires public buildings, where it is feasible,
to provide designated private and hygienic lactation spaces for
nursing mothers that are available to the public. This bill
would only require nursing spaces if a building is open to the
public and if lactation rooms are available for federal
employees.
Under current practice, Federal agencies provide a
designated, non-bathroom space for returning employees to pump
breastmilk for their newborns, ensuring that new mothers are
able to continue this practice even after returning to work.
This bill extends this requirement to include not just
employees, but visitors to Federal facilities.
In Washington, D.C. alone, there are millions of tourists
who visit Federal facilities. There are also visitors to
federal agencies for meetings and events. Increasingly,
families understand the unique benefits of breastfeeding, and
visitors to these buildings who have newborns and babies should
have a private space to breastfeed or pump. The benefits of
breastfeeding are well-documented--breastmilk contains
antibodies and hormones that boost babies' immune systems, and
studies have shown lower risks of asthma, diabetes, respiratory
infections, and other diseases among breastfed babies.
Moreover, breastfeeding also has benefits for nursing mothers,
who, research has shown, have lower risks of diabetes and
certain forms of cancer.
Legislative History
H.R. 866
H.R. 866 was introduced in the House by Ms. Norton and
referred to the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure.
The House considered H.R. 866 under Suspension of the Rules
on February 6, 2019, and passed the measure by voice vote.
H.R. 866 was received in the Senate on February 7, 2019,
read twice, and referred to the Senate Committee on Environment
and Public Works.
The Senate discharged the Subcommittee on Environment and
Public Works from further consideration of H.R. 866 on June 26,
2019, and passed the measure by voice vote clearing the measure
for the President.
H.R. 866 was presented to the President on July 15, 2019.
The President signed H.R. 866 into law on July 15, 2019, as
Public Law 116-30.
S. 528
S. 528, to amend title 40, United States Code, to provide a
lactation room in public buildings, and for other purposes; was
introduced in the Senate on February 14, 2019, by Mr. Daines,
Mr. Coons, Ms. Duckworth, Mr. Merkley, and Ms. Warren, and
referred to the Senate Committee on Environment and Public
Works.
The Senate discharged the Subcommittee on Environment and
Public Works from further consideration of S. 528 on June 26,
2019, and passed the measure by voice vote.
115TH CONGRESS
In the 115th Congress, H.R. 1174 was introduced in the
House on February 16, 2017, by Ms. Norton, Mr. DeFazio, and Mr.
Johnson of Georgia, and referred to the Committee on
Transportation and Infrastructure. Within the Committee, H.R.
1174 was referred to the Subcommittee on Economic Development,
Public Buildings and Emergency Management.
The Subcommittee on Economic Development, Public Buildings
and Emergency Management was discharged from further
consideration of H.R. 1174 on February 28, 2017.
The Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure
considered H.R. 1174 on February 28, 2017, and ordered the
measure to be reported to the House by voice vote.
The Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure reported
H.R. 1174 to the House on March 7, 2017, as H. Rept. 115-24.
Placed on the Union Calendar, Calendar No. 10.
The House considered H.R. 1174 under Suspension of the
Rules on March 7, 2017, and passed the measure, as amended, by
voice vote.
H.R. 1174 was received in the Senate on March 8, 2017, read
twice and referred to the Senate Committee on Environment and
Public Works.
S. 1497
S. 1497, the Senate companion measure, was introduced in
the Senate on June 29, 2017, read twice and referred to the
Senate Committee on Environment and Public Works.
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Deputy Administrator of the Federal Aviation Administration Service
Public Law 116-38 S. 2249
A bill to allow the Deputy Administrator of the Federal
Aviation Administration on the date of enactment of this Act to
continue to serve as such Deputy Administrator.
Summary
This measure provides for a waiver to the statute (49
U.S.C. 106), which prohibits two military officers (active or
retired from duty) from simultaneously serving as the
Administrator and Deputy Administrator of the Federal Aviation
Administration. This waiver only applies to Deputy
Administrator serving on the date of enactment.
Legislative History
S. 2249 was introduced in the Senate on July 24, 2019, by
Mr. Wicker, read twice, considered, read the third time, and
passed without amendment by Unanimous Consent.
S. 2249 was received in the House on July 24, 2019, and
referred to the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure.
Within the Committee, S. 2249 was referred to the Subcommittee
on Aviation.
On July 25, 2019, the House, by unanimous consent, agreed
to discharge Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure
from further consideration of S. 2249 and passed the measure.
S. 2249 was presented to the President on July 30, 2019.
The President signed S. 2249 into law on August 2, 2019, as
Public Law 116-38.
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Rename Success Dam as the Richard L. Schafer Dam
Public Law 116-41 H.R. 2695
To rename the Success Dam in Tulare County, California, as the
Richard L. Schafer Dam.
Summary
H.R. 2695 changes the name of the Success Dam, authorized
by the Flood Control Act of 1944, located in Tulare County,
California, as the Richard L. Schafer Dam. Mr. Richard L.
Schafer served as the Tule River Water Master from 1963.
Legislative History
H.R. 2695 was introduced in the House on May 14, 2019, by
Mr. McCarthy and Mr. Nunes and referred to the Committee on
Transportation and Infrastructure. Within the Committee, H.R.
2695 was referred to the Subcommittee on Water Resources and
Environment.
On June 10, 2019, a unanimous consent was made in the House
to discharge the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure
and pass H.R. 2695. The House passed H.R. 2695 without
objection.
H.R. 2695 was received in the Senate on June 11, 2019, read
twice, and referred to the Senate Committee on Environment and
Public Works.
The Senate discharged the Senate Committee on Environment
and Public Works from further consideration of H.R. 2695 on
July 29, 2019 and passed the measure. Clearing the measure for
the President.
H.R. 2695 was presented to the President on August 1, 2019.
The President signed H.R. 2695 into law on August 9, 2019, as
Public Law. 116-41.
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National Urban Search and Rescue Response System task forces may
include Federal employees
Public Law 116-48 H.R. 639 (S. 1521)
To amend section 327 of the Robert T. Stafford Disaster Relief
and Emergency Assistance Act to clarify that National Urban
Search and Rescue Response System task forces may include
Federal employees.
Summary
H.R. 639 is a technical correction which amends section 327
of the Robert T. Stafford Disaster Relief and Emergency
Assistance Act (Pub. L. 100-707) to explicitly clarify that
Federal employees are able to participate in the National Urban
Search and Rescue (USAR) Response System task forces
coordinated by the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA).
FEMA has developed the National USAR Response System
(System) over the last several decades to act as a force
multiplier for disaster rescue missions. The System is
comprised of 28 task force teams from across the country and
comprised of highly skilled volunteers who are constantly
training for a variety of hazard scenarios, both man-made and
natural, and task force teams have proven their effectiveness
time and again.
Following enactment of the National Urban Search and Rescue
Response System Act (Pub. L. 114-326), certain Federal agencies
that employ members of some of these task forces have been
misinterpreting language which granted liability protections
for non-Federal task force members equal to federal first
responders--only when their task force was called into Federal
service--resulting in an impediment to those federal employees
serving on a task force.
Legislative History
H.R. 639 was introduced in the House on January 17, 2019,
by Mrs. Hartzler and referred to the Committee on
Transportation and Infrastructure. Within the Committee, H.R.
639 was referred to the Subcommittee on Economic Development,
Public Buildings, and Emergency Management.
The Subcommittee on Economic Development, Public Buildings,
and Emergency Management was discharged from further
consideration of H.R. 639 on February 27, 2019.
The Full Committee considered H.R. 639 on February 27,
2019, and ordered the measure to be reported to the House,
without amendment, favorably by voice vote.
The Committee reported H.R. 639 to the House on April 2,
2019, as H. Rpt. 116-29.
The House considered H.R. 639 under Suspension of the Rules
on April 8, 2019, and passed the measure by voice vote.
H.R. 639 was received in the Senate on April 9, 2019, read
twice, and referred to the Senate Committee on Homeland
Security and Governmental Affairs.
On July 31, 2019, the Senate discharged the Senate
Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs from
further consideration of H.R. 639, and passed the measure,
without amendment. Clearing the measure for the President.
H.R. 639 was presented to the President on August 13, 2019.
The President signed H.R. 639 into law on August 22, 2019, as
Public Law. 116-48.
S. 1521
S. 1521 was introduced in the Senate on May 16, 2019 by Mr.
Hawley, Mr. Blunt, Mr. Scott of Florida, and Ms. Hassan and
referred to the Senate Committee on Homeland Security and
Governmental Affairs.
The Senate Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental
Affairs considered S. 1521 on June 19, 2019, and ordered the
measure to be reported to the Senate without amendment
favorably.
The Senate Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental
Affairs reported S. 1521 to the Senate on July 22, 2019, as S.
Rpt. 116-60.
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Restore the Harmony Way Bridge Act
Public Law 116-56 H.R. 3245 (S. 1833)
To transfer a bridge over the Wabash River to the New Harmony
River Bridge Authority and the New Harmony and Wabash River
Bridge Authority, and for other purposes.
Summary
This measure conveys the bridge--located near New Harmony,
Indiana and currently operated by the White County Bridge
Commission--to the New Harmony River Bridge Authority (Illinois
Bridge Authority) and the New Harmony and Wabash River Bridge
Authority (Indiana Bridge Authority); and repeals the 1941
Federal statute (the Act of April 12, 1941; 55 Stat. 140,
Chapter 70) relating to the bridge and adjacent lands.
Legislative History
H.R. 3245
H.R. 3245 was introduced in the House on June 13, 2019, by
Mr. Bucshon and 26 original cosponsors and referred to the
Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. Within the
Committee, H.R. 3245 was referred to the Subcommittee on
Highways and Transit; and the Subcommittee on Water Resources
and Environment.
The House considered H.R. 3245 under Suspension of the
Rules on July 24, 2019, and passed the measure by voice vote.
H.R. 3245 was received in the Senate on July 25, 2019.
The Senate passed H.R. 3245 on July 31, 2019, without
amendment by unanimous consent. Clearing the measure for the
President.
H.R. 3245 was presented to the President on August 13,
2019. The President signed H.R. 3245 into law on August 23,
2019, as Public Law 116-56.
S. 1833
S. 1833 was introduced in the Senate on June 13, 2019, by
Mr. Braun, Mr. Young, Ms. Duckworth, and Mr. Durbin and
referred to the Senate Committee on Environment and Public
Works.
The Senate Committee on Environment and Public Works
considered S. 1833 on June 19, 2019, and ordered the measure to
be reported to the Senate without amendment, favorably, with no
written report.
The Senate passed S. 1833 without amendment by unanimous
consent on July 17, 2019.
S. 1833 was referred to the Committee on Transportation and
Infrastructure on July 22, 2019. Within the Committee, S. 1833
was referred to the Subcommittee on Highways and Transit; and
the Subcommittee on Water Resources and Environment.
The Senate Committee on Environment and Public Works report
filed on July 23, 2019, as S. Rpt. 116-61.
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Reviving America's Scenic Byways Act of 2019
Public Law 116-57 H.R. 831 (S. 349)
To direct the Secretary of Transportation to request
nominations for and make determinations regarding roads to be
designated under the national scenic byways program, and for
other purposes.
Summary
H.R. 831 requires the Secretary of Transportation to
request nominations for roads to be designated under the
national scenic byways program and make that list publicly
available.
Legislative History
H.R. 831 was introduced in the House on January 29, 2019,
by Mr. Cicilline, and Mr. Graves of Louisiana, and referred to
the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure.
The House considered H.R. 831 under Suspension of the Rules
on February 6, 2019, and passed the measure by a \2/3\ record
vote of 404 yeas and 19 nays (Roll No. 66).
H.R. 831 was received in the Senate on February 7, 2018,
read twice, and referred to the Senate Committee on Environment
and Public Works.
The Senate discharged the Committee on Environment and
Public works from further consideration of H.R. 831 on
September 9, 2019, and passed the measure by unanimous consent.
H.R. 831 was presented to the President on September 11,
2019.
The President signed H.R. 831 into law on September 22,
2019, as Public Law. 116-57.
S. 349
S. 349, the Senate companion measure was introduced in the
Senate on February 6, 2019, by Ms. Collins and Mr. Cardin and
referred to the Senate Committee on Environment and Public
Works.
The Senate Committee on Environment and Public Works
considered S. 349 on June 19, 2019, and ordered the measure to
be reported to the Senate with an amendment.
The Senate Committee on Environment and Public Works
reported S. 349 to the Senate on June 19, 2019 with no written
report. The Senate Committee on Environment and Public Works
report filed on July 23, 2019, as S. Rpt. 116-61.
The Senate considered S. 349 on September 9, 2019, and
passed the measure, amended, by unanimous consent.
S. 349 was received in the House on September 10, 2019, and
held at the Desk.
115TH CONGRESS
In the 115th Congress, H.R. 5158 was introduced in the
House on March 5, 2018, by Mr. Cicilline and Mr. Poe of Texas
and referred to the Committee on Transportation and
Infrastructure. Within the Committee, H.R. 5158 was referred to
the Subcommittee on Highways and Transit.
The Subcommittee on Highways and Transit was discharged
from further consideration of H.R. 5158 on September 27, 2018.
The Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure
considered H.R. 5158 on September 27, 2018 and ordered the
measure to be reported to the House, amended, by voice vote.
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Clean Water Revolving Fund Transfer
Public Law 116-63 (S. 1689)
To permit States to transfer certain funds from the clean water
revolving fund of a State to the drinking water revolving fund
of the State in certain circumstances, and for other purposes.
Summary
Lead is a toxic chemical that causes serious health
problems. Excessive and harmful levels of lead have been found
in water systems across all fifty states. Those water systems
serve drinking water to millions of people in the United
States. States have access to both clean water state revolving
funds (CWSRF) and drinking water state revolving funds (DWSRF).
Not all states have sufficient funds in their DWSRF to address
the threat to public health from heightened exposure to lead in
drinking water. However, some states have available funds in
their CWSRF that could be used to provide additional resources
to help address lead in drinking water.
Currently states have the ability to transfer up to 33
percent of the annual capitalization grants they are awarded
from one state revolving fund to the other, if the state
decides to do so, in consultation with the Administrator of the
Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). However, some states
have already transferred the maximum allowable amount from
their annual CWSRF grants to the DWSRF, but have additional
available funds in their CWSRF that could be used immediately
to address a threat to public health from lead in drinking
water. This bill allows a state to transfer an additional 5
percent of its CWSRF's total cumulative dollars to its DWSRF in
order to address a threat to public health caused by elevated
exposure to lead in drinking water. This decision is up to the
states' discretion; it is not mandatory. This authority expires
one year after enactment.
Legislative History
S. 1689 was introduced in the Senate on May 23, legislative
day of May 22, 2019, by Mr. Booker and referred to the Senate
Committee on Environment and Public Works.
The Senate Committee on Environment and Public works
considered S. 1689 on June 19, 2019, and ordered the measure to
be reported to the Senate, without amendment, favorably.
The Senate Committee on Environment and Public Works
reported S. 1689 on June 19, 2019, with no written report,
placed on the Senate Calendar. The Senate Committee on
Environment and Public Works report filed on July 23, 2019, as
S. Rpt. 116-63. Subsequently, on that same date, a start print
was ordered on the report.
The Senate considered S. 1689 on September 9, 2019, and
passed the measure, without amendment, by voice vote.
S. 1689 was received in the House on September 10, 2019,
and held at the Desk.
The House considered S. 1689 on September 17, 2019, by
unanimous consent and passed the measure without amendment
without objection.
S. 1689 was presented to the President on September 23,
2019. The President signed S. 1689 into law on October 4, 2019
as Public Law 116-63.
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Further Continuing Appropriations Act, 2020, and Further Health
Extenders Act of 2019
Public Law 116-69 H.R. 3055 (H.R. 3612, S. 1992)
Making further continuing appropriations for fiscal year 2020,
and for other purposes.
Summary
As passed by the House on November 19, 2019, in Sec. 1702
of the House amendment to the Senate amendment, which included
the Further Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2020, and Further
Health Extenders Act of 2019, the text of H.R. 3612 was
included.
H.R. 3612, to repeal a section of the FAST Act, and for
other purposes; was introduced in the House on July 2, 2019, by
Mr. Allred and referred to the Committee on Transportation and
Infrastructure. Within the Committee H.R. 3612 was referred to
the Subcommittee on Highways and Transit.
Legislative History
The House Committee on Appropriations reported an original
measure to the House on June 6, 2019, as H. Rept. 116-101.
Placed on the Union Calendar, Calendar No. 76.
The Committee on Rules met on June 19, 2019, and granted a
Rule providing for the consideration of H.R. 3055. Rule filed
in the House as H. Res. 445 (H. Rpt. 116-119).
The House considered H.R. 3055 under the provisions of H.
Res. 445 on June 19, 20, 21, 24, and 25, 2019. The House passed
H.R. 3055 on June 25, 2019, by a recorded vote of 227 yeas and
194 nays (Roll no. 408).
H.R. 3055 was received in the Senate on July 8, 2019. The
Senate considered H.R. 3055 on October 23, 28, 29, 30, and 31,
2019. The Senate passed H.R. 3055 with an amendment on October
31, 2019, by a record vote of 84 yeas and 9 nays. (Record Vote
Number: 341.)
The Committee on Rules met on November 18, 2019, and
granted a Rule providing for the consideration of H.R. 3055.
Rule filed in the House as H. Res. 708 (H. Rept. 116-297). The
Rule makes in order a motion that the House concur in the
Senate amendment with an amendment inserting the text of Rules
Committee Print 116-38, in lieu of the matter proposed to be
inserted by the Senate.
The House proceeded to the consideration of concurring to
the Senate amendment with an amendment on November 19, 2019.
House agreed with an amendment to the Senate amendment by a
record vote of 231 yeas and 192 nays (Roll No. 631).
The Senate considered the House amendment to the Senate
amendment to H.R. 3055 on November 21, 2019, and agreed by a
record vote of 74 yeas and 20 nays (Record Vote Number: 365.)
H.R. 3055 was presented to the President on November 21,
2019. The President signed H.R. 3055 into law on November 21,
2019, as Public Law 116-69.
S. 1992
S. 1992, the Senate companion measure to H.R. 3612 was
introduced in the Senate on June 26, 2019, by Mr. Barrasso, Mr.
Carper, Mrs. Capito, and Mr. Cardin) and referred to the Senate
Committee on Environment and Public Works.
The Senate Committee on Environment and Public Works
considered S. 1992 on July 30, 2019, and ordered the measure to
be reported to the Senate, without amendment.
The Senate Committee on Environment and Public Works
reported S. 1992 to the Senate on July 31, 2019, with no
written report.
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National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2020
Public Law 116-92 S. 1790 (H.R. 2500 / H.R. 535, H.R. 1567, H.R. 3205,
H.R. 3387, H.R. 3648; H.R. 2739, H.R. 4179 H.R. 3616; S. 1148, S. 1438)
To authorize appropriations for fiscal year 2020 for military
activities of the Department of Defense and for military
construction, to prescribe military personnel strengths for
such fiscal year, and for other purposes.
Summary
This bill authorizes FY2020 appropriations and sets forth
policies for Department of Defense (DOD) programs and
activities, including military personnel strengths. It does not
provide budget authority, which is provided in subsequent
appropriations legislation.
The bill authorizes the FY2020 personnel strength for
active duty and reserve forces and sets forth policies
regarding military personnel, acquisition policy and
management, international programs, and National Guard and
Reserve Forces facilities.
As passed by the House, H.R. 2500 contains provisions
related to legislation referred to the Committee including:
H.R. 535, H.R. 3387, and H.R. 3616.
Legislative History
S. 1790
The Senate Committee on Armed Services considered an
original measure and ordered it to be reported to the Senate on
June 11, 2019. Measure reported to the Senate as S. 1790, S.
Rpt. 116-48.
A cloture motion on the motion to proceed to consideration
of S. 1790 was presented in the Senate on June 13, 2019.
Cloture on the motion to proceed was invoked by the Senate on
June 19, 2019 by a recorded vote of 89 yeas and 10 nays (Record
Vote Number 176). A motion to proceed to the consideration of
S. 1790 was made in the Senate on June 19, 20, and 24; and on
June 24, 2019, the Senate agreed to proceed to the
consideration of S. 1790 by a recorded vote of 86 yeas and 6
nays (Record Vote Number 181).
A motion to recommit S. 1790 to the Senate Committee on
Armed Services with instructions to report back forthwith with
an amendment (SA 865) was made on June 2, 2019.
The Senate considered S. 1790 on June 25, 26, and 27, 2019.
On June 27, 2019, the motion to recommit with instruction fell
when cloture was invoked on SA 764, as modified, in Senate. The
Senate passed S. 1790 by a recorded vote of 86 yeas and 8 nays
(Record Vote Number 188).
S. 1790 was received in the House on July 2, 2019, and held
at the Desk.
The Papers were returned to the Senate on September 12,
2019, upon a request of the Senate for the return thereof.
The Senate then amended S. 1790, on September 12, 2019,
after passage, by unanimous consent.
S. 1790 was received in the House on September 16, 2019,
and held at the Desk.
On September 17, 2019, a unanimous consent request was made
to take from the Speaker's table, S. 1790, and ask for its
immediate consideration in the House; to strike out all after
the enacting clause of such bill and insert in lieu thereof the
provisions of H.R. 2500 as passed by the House; to pass the
Senate bill, as amended; and to insist on the House amendment
thereto and request a conference with the Senate thereon.
Agreed to without objection. S. 1790 was subsequently amended
with the text of H.R. 2500, and passed without objection.
The House insisted upon its amendment on September 17,
2019, and requested a Conference with the Senate thereon. A
motion to instruct Conferees was made in the House and failed
by a recorded vote of 198 yeas and 219 nays (Roll no. 531).
The Speaker appointed Conferees on the part of the House on
September 17, 2019: from the Committee on Armed Services for
consideration of the Senate bill and the House amendment, and
modifications committed to conference: Smith of Washington,
Davis of California, Langevin, Larsen of Washington, Cooper,
Courtney, Garamendi, Speier, Norcross, Gallego, Moulton,
Carbajal, Brown of Maryland, Khanna, Keating, Vela, Kim, Kendra
S. Horn of Oklahoma, Cisneros, Thornberry, Wilson of South
Carolina, Turner, Rogers of Alabama, Conaway, Lamborn, Wittman,
Hartzler, Stefanik, Kelly of Mississippi, Bacon, Banks, and
Cheney. The Speaker then appointed additional Conferees: from
the Permanent Select Committee on Intelligence; the Committee
on the Budget; the Committee on Education and Labor; the
Committee on Energy and Commerce; the Committee on Financial
Services; the Committee on Foreign Affairs; the Committee on
Homeland Security; the Committee on the Judiciary; the
Committee on Natural Resources; the Committee on Oversight and
Reform; the Committee on Science, Space, and Technology; the
Committee on Small Business; the Committee on Transportation
and Infrastructure; and the Committee on Veterans' Affairs.
Conferees--from the Committee on Transportation and
Infrastructure were appointed for consideration of secs. 353,
1612, 1682, 2805, title XXXV, secs. 6001, 6006, 6012, 6015,
6019, 6021, 6754, 8500, 8511, 8517, 8519, 8520, 8522, 8523,
8525, 8532, 8543, 8545, 8546, and 8571 of the Senate bill, and
secs. 311, 313, 330A, 330O, 351, 354, 555, 569, 580C, 606, 896,
2808, 3501, and 3504 of the House amendment, and modifications
committed to conference: Mr. Delgado, Mr. Pappas, and Mr.
Katko.
The Senate disagreed to the House amendment to S. 1790. and
agreed to a Conference with the House thereon. The Senate
appointed Conferees on the part of the Senate, Senators:
Inhofe; Wicker; Fischer; Cotton; Rounds; Ernst; Tillis;
Sullivan; Perdue; Cramer; McSally; Scott FL; Blackburn; Hawley;
Reed; Shaheen; Gillibrand; Blumenthal; Hirono; Kaine; King;
Heinrich; Warren; Peters; Manchin; Duckworth; Jones.
The Committee of Conference met on September 19, 2019; the
House chaired.
The Committee of Conference filed the Conference Report to
accompany S. 1790 in the House on December 9, 2019, as H. Rpt.
116-333.
The Committee on Rules met on December 10, 2019, and
granted a Rule providing for the consideration of the
Conference Report to accompany S. 1790. Rule filed in the House
as H. Res. 758.
The House considered the Conference Report to accompany S.
1790 under the provisions of H. Res. 758 on December 11, 2019,
and agreed to the Conference Report by a record vote of 377
yeas and 48 nays (Roll No. 670).
The Senate agreed to the Conference Report to accompany S.
1790 on December 17, 2019, by a record vote of 86 yeas and 8
nays (Vote No. 400).
S. 1790 was presented to the President on December 20,
2019, and signed into law on that same date as Public Law 116-
92.
H.R. 2500
H.R. 2500, the House companion measure, was introduced in
the House on May 2, 2019, by Mr. Smith of Washington and Mr.
Thornberry and referred to the Committee on Armed Services.
The Committee on Armed Services considered H.R. 2500 on
June 12 and 13, 2019, and ordered the measure to be reported to
the House, amended, by a record vote of 33 yea and 24 nays on
June 13, 2019.
The Chair of the Committee on Transportation and
Infrastructure sent a letter to the Chair of the Committee on
Armed Services on June 14, 2019, agreeing that, in order to
expedite consideration on the House Floor, the Committee on
Transportation and Infrastructure would not seek a sequential
referral of H.R. 2500. On that same date, the Chair of the
Committee on Armed Services responded acknowledging the
agreement to not seek a sequential referral of H.R. 2500.
The Committee on Armed Services filed a report on June 19,
2019, as H. Rpt. 116-120. The Committee filed a supplemental
report on June 27, 2019, as H. Rpt. 116-120, Part II.
The Committee on Rules met on July 9, 2019, and granted a
Rule providing for the consideration of H.R. 2500. Rule was
filed in the House as H. Res. 476 (H. Rpt. 116-143). The Rule
provides for 1 hour of general debate; a motion to recommit
with or without instructions is allowed; and for motions to
suspend the rules relating to H.R. 1327 on the legislative day
of July 11, 2019, or July 12, 2019.
The House considered H. Res. 476 on July 10, 2019, and
agreed to the Rule by a record vote of 23 yeas and 197 nays
(Roll no. 436).
The House considered H.R. 2500 under the provisions of H.
Res. 476 on July 10, 11, and 12, 2019. The House passed H.R.
2500 on July 12, 2019, by a recorded vote of 220 yeas and 197
nays (Roll No. 473).
During consideration, H.R. 3387 was included in en bloc
amendment No 1, and agreed to on July 10, 2019.
H.R. 535
H.R. 535, the PFAS Action Act of 2019, was introduced in
the House by Mrs. Dingell, Mr. Upton, and Mr. Kildee on January
14, 2019, and referred to the Committee on Energy and Commerce,
and in addition to the Committee on Transportation and
Infrastructure. Within the Committee, H.R. 535 was referred to
the Subcommittee on Water Resources and Environment.
During consideration of H.R. 2500 in the House, the text of
H.R. 535 offered as an amendment and adopted by voice vote on
July 11, 2019.
See also discussion of H.R. 535 below.
H.R. 3205
H.R. 3205, the Coast Guard Youth STEM Programs Expansion
Act, was introduced in the House on June 11, 2019, by Ms.
Kaptur and eight original cosponsors and referred to the
Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, and the
Committee on Education and Labor. Within the Committee, H.R.
3205 was referred to the Subcommittee on Coast Guard and
Maritime Transportation.
During consideration of H.R. 2500 in the House, the text of
H.R. 3205 was included in en bloc amendment No 8, and agreed to
on July 11, 2019.
H.R. 3387
H.R. 3387, to create a pilot program for the Junior Reserve
Officers' Training Corps program at Lucy Garrett Beckham High
School, and for other purposes; was introduced in the House on
June 20, 2019, by Mr. Cunningham and Mr. Clyburn and referred
to the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. Within
the Committee, H.R. 3387 was referred to the Subcommittee on
Coast Guard and Maritime Transportation.
During consideration of H.R. 2500 in the House, the text of
H.R. 3387 was included in en bloc amendment No 1, and agreed to
on July 10, 2019.
H.R. 3648
H.R. 3648, the Defense Access Road Enhancement Act, was
introduced in the House on July 9, 2019, by Mr. Cunningham and
referred to the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure.
Within the Committee, H.R. 3648 was referred to the
Subcommittee on Highways and Transit.
Provisions of H.R. 3648 were included in section 2808 of
H.R. 2500 as passed by the House.
H.R. 2739
H.R. 2739, the Transit Infrastructure Vehicle Security Act,
was introduced in the House on May 15, 2019, by Mr. Rouda and
seven original cosponsors and referred to the Committee on
Transportation and Infrastructure. Within the Committee, H.R.
2739 was referred to the Subcommittee on Highways and Transit.
Provisions of H.R. 2739 were included in section 7613 of
H.R. 2500, as introduced.
H.R. 4179
H.R. 4179, the No Federal Funding for Confederate Symbols
Act, was introduced in the House on August 9, 2019, by Mr.
Espaillat and nine original cosponsors and referred to the
Committee on Armed Services, and in addition to the Committee
on Transportation and Infrastructure; and the Committee on
Natural Resources. Within the Committee, H.R. 4179 was referred
to the Subcommittee on Subcommittee on Aviation; the
Subcommittee on Coast Guard and Maritime Transportation; the
Subcommittee on Economic Development, Public Buildings, and
Emergency Management; the Subcommittee on Highways and Transit;
the Subcommittee on Railroads, Pipelines, and Hazardous
Materials; and the Subcommittee on Water Resources and
Environment.
During the House-Senate Conference on S. 1790, provisions
relating to H.R. 4179 were included in Section 1749 of the
Conference Report to accompany S. 1790.
H.R. 1567
H.R. 1567, the Prompt and Fast Action to Stop Damages Act
of 2019, was introduced in the House on March 6, 2019, by Mr.
Lujan, Ms. Haaland, and Ms. Torres Small of New Mexico and
referred to the Committee on Armed Services, and in addition to
the Committee on Energy and Commerce and the Committee on
Transportation and Infrastructure. Within the Committee, H.R.
1567 was referred to the Subcommittee on Water Resources and
Environment.
During the House-Senate Conference on S. 1790, the text of
H.R. 1567 was included in Section 341 of Subtitle C of Title II
of the Conference Report to accompany S. 1790.
S. 1148
S. 1148, the ATC Hiring Reform Act of 2019, was introduced
in the Senate on April 11, 2019, by Mr. Hoeven and Mrs. Shaheen
and referred to the Senate Committee on Commerce, Science, and
Transportation.
The Senate Committee on Commerce, Science, and
Transportation considered S. 1148 on July 24, 2019, and ordered
the measure to be reported to the Senate, amended, favorably.
The Senate Committee on Commerce, Science, and
Transportation reported S. 1148 on December 5, 2019, as S. Rpt.
116-169.
S. 1148 was included in Subtitle C of Title XI of the
Conference Report to accompany S. 1790.
S. 1439
S. 1439, the Maritime Administration Authorization and
Enhancement Act of 2019, was introduced in the Senate on May
14, 2019, by Mr. Wicker and Ms. Cantwell and referred to the
Senate Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation.
The Senate Committee on Commerce, Science, and
Transportation considered S. 1439 on May 15, 2019, and ordered
the measure to be reported to the Senate, amended, favorably.
S. 1439 was included in Title XXXV of the Conference Report
to accompany S. 1790.
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Further Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2020
(National Law Enforcement Museum Commemorative Coin Act)
Public Law 116-94 H.R. 1865 (H.R. 2197)
An Act to require the Secretary of the Treasury to mint a coin
in commemoration of the opening of the National Law Enforcement
Museum in the District of Columbia, and for other purposes.
Summary
As passed by the House on December 17, 2019, in Title VI of
Division P of the House amendment to the Senate amendment,
which included the Further Consolidated Appropriations Act,
2020, the text of H.R. 2197 was included.
H.R. 2197, the John F. Kennedy Center Reauthorization Act
of 2019, authorizes appropriations for maintenance, repair,
security, and capital projects at the Kennedy Center for each
of fiscal years 2020 through 2024. This includes inflationary
increases for maintenance, repair, and security necessary to
maintain the new expansion project, which was solely funded
with private dollars and authorized by Congress in 2012.
Legislative History
H.R. 1865 was introduced in the House on March 25, 2019, by
Mr. Pascrell and 114 original cosponsors and referred to the
Committee on Financial Services.
The House agreed on October 28, 2019, to Suspend the Rules
and pass H.R. 1865, amended, by voice vote. (text: CR H8505)
H.R. 1865 was received in the Senate and read twice on
October 29, 2019.
The Senate considered H.R. 1865 on November 12, 2019, and
passed the measure, amended, by unanimous consent.
A motion was made in the House on November 19, 2019, that
it be in order at any time to take from the Speaker's table the
bill H.R. 1865, with the Senate amendment thereto, and to
consider in the House, without intervention of any point of
order, a motion offered by the chair of the Committee on
Appropriations or her designee that the House concur in the
Senate amendment submitted for printing by Representative Lowey
of New York in the portion of the Congressional Record
designated for that purpose in clause 8 of rule XVIII; that the
Senate amendment and the motion be considered as read; that the
motion be debatable for one hour equally divided and controlled
by the chair and ranking minority member of the Committee on
Appropriations; that the previous question be considered as
ordered on the motion to adoption without intervening motion or
demand for division of the question; and that House Resolution
708 be laid on the table. Objection was heard.
The Committee on Rules met on December 16, 2019, and on
December 17, 2019, (Legislative Day of December 16, 2019)
reported a Rule providing for the consideration of H.R. 1158,
and H.R. 1865. Rule filed in the House as H. Res. 765, (H.
Rept. 116-353).
The House concurred in the Senate amendment to H.R. 1865
with an amendment by a record vote of 297 yeas and 120 nays
(Roll No. 689).
H.R. 1865 was received in the Senate on December 17, 2019;
and the Senate proceeded to the consideration of the House
amendment to the Senate amendment to H.R. 1865. On December 18,
2019, a unanimous-consent agreement was reached providing that
on December 19, 2019, the Senate would resume consideration;
and that notwithstanding the provisions of Rules XXII, the
motions to invoke cloture filed on December 17, 2019, would
ripen on December 19, 2019. The Senate passed H.R. 1865 on
December 19, 2019 by a record vote of 71 yeas and 23 nays (RVN
415).
H.R. 1865 was presented to the President on December 20,
2019 and signed into law on that same date at Public Law 116-
94.
H.R. 2197
H.R. 2197, the John F. Kennedy Center Reauthorization Act
of 2019, was introduced in the House on April 10, 2019, by Mr.
DeFazio, Ms. Titus, Mr. Graves of Missouri, and Mr. Meadows and
referred to the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure.
Within the Committee, H.R. 2197 was referred to the
Subcommittee on Economic Development, Public Buildings, and
Emergency Management.
During consideration of the Senate amendment to H.R. 1865,
the Committee on Rules inserted the Further Consolidated
Appropriations Act, 2020 into H.R. 1865. Included in that
measure was the text of H.R. 2197 in Title VI of Division P.
The House concurred in the Senate amendment with a House
amendment on December 17, 2019, by a record vote of 297 yeas
and 120 nays (Roll Call Vote No. 689).
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United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement Implementation Act
Public Law 116-113 H.R. 5430 (S. 3052)
To implement the Agreement between the United States of
America, the United Mexican States, and Canada attached as an
Annex to the Protocol Replacing the North American Free Trade
Agreement.
Summary
As introduced, H.R. 5430 included provisions relating to
Long-haul Trucking Services (Subtitle C of Title III); Border
water infrastructure improvement authority (Title VIII,
Subtitle B, Sec. 821).
Legislative History
H.R. 5430 was introduced in the House on December 13, 2019,
by Mr. Hoyer and Mr. McCarthy (both by request), and referred
to the Committee on Ways and Means, and in addition to the
Committee on Education and Labor; the Committee on Natural
Resources; the Committee on Foreign Affairs; the Committee on
the Judiciary; the Committee on the Budget; the Committee on
Transportation and Infrastructure; the Committee on Financial
Services; the Committee on Agriculture; the Committee on Energy
and Commerce; and the Committee on Oversight and Reform. Within
the Committee, H.R. 5430 was referred to the Subcommittee on
Aviation; the Subcommittee on Coast Guard and Maritime
Transportation; the Subcommittee on Economic Development,
Public Buildings, and Emergency Management; the Subcommittee on
Highways and Transit; the Subcommittee on Railroads, Pipelines,
and Hazardous Materials; and the Subcommittee on Water
Resources and Environment.
A unanimous consent request was made in the House on
December 16, 2019, that it be in order at any time without
intervention of any point of order to consider in the House,
the bill, H.R. 5430, that the bill be considered as read, that
the bill be debatable for two hours equally divided and
controlled by the Majority Leader and the Minority Leader or
their respective designees, and that, pursuant to section 151
of the Trade Act of 1974, the previous question be considered
as ordered on the bill to final passage without intervening
motion.
The Committee on Ways and Means considered H.R. 5430 on
December 17, 2019, and ordered the measure to be reported to
the House favorably, without amendment.
The Committee on Ways and Means report filed on December
19, 2019, as H. Rpt. 116-358, Pt. I. Subsequently, the
Committee on Education and Labor; the Committee on Natural
Resources; the Committee on Foreign Affairs; the Committee on
the Judiciary; the Committee on the Budget; the Committee on
Transportation and Infrastructure; the Committee on Financial
Services; the Committee on Agriculture; the Committee on Energy
and Commerce; and the Committee on Oversight and Reform were
discharged from further consideration of H.R. 5430.
The House considered H.R. 5430 on December 19, 2019,
pursuant to the unanimous consent request of December 16, 2019,
and passed the measure by a record vote of 385 yeas and 41 nays
(Roll Call Vote No. 701).
H.R. 5430 was received in the Senate on December 18, 2019,
read twice, and referred jointly to the Senate Committee on
Finance; the Senate Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and
Pensions; the Senate Committee on Environment and Public Works;
the Senate Committee on Appropriations; the Senate Committee on
Foreign Relations; the Senate Committee on Commerce, Science,
and Transportation; and the Senate Committee on the Budget
pursuant to section 151(e)(2) of the Trade Act of 1974.
The Senate Committee on Finance considered H.R. 5430 on
January 7, 2020, and ordered the measure to be reported to the
Senate with a favorable recommendation.
The Senate Committee on the Budget considered H.R. 5430 on
January 14, 2020, and ordered the measure to be reported to the
Senate with a favorable recommendation.
The Senate Committee on Environment and Public Works
considered H.R. 5430 on January 14, 2020, and ordered the
measure to be reported to the Senate with a favorable
recommendation.
The Senate Committee on Appropriations considered H.R. 5430
on January 15, 2020, and ordered the measure to be reported to
the Senate with a favorable recommendation.
The Senate Committee on Commerce, Science, and
Transportation considered H.R. 5430 on January 15, 2020, and
ordered the measure to be reported to the Senate with a
favorable recommendation.
The Senate Committee on Foreign Relations considered H.R.
5430 on January 15, 2020, and ordered the measure to be
reported to the Senate with a favorable recommendation.
The Senate Committee on Health, Education, and Labor
considered H.R. 5430 on January 15, 2020, and ordered the
measure to be reported to the Senate with a favorable
recommendation.
The Senate Committee on Finance; the Senate Committee on
Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions; the Senate Committee on
Environment and Public Works; the Senate Committee on
Appropriations; the Senate Committee on Foreign Relations; the
Senate Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation; and
the Senate Committee on the Budget jointly reported H.R. 5430
to the Senate on January 15, 2020, with no amendment, with no
written report.
The Senate considered H.R. 5430 on January 15 and 16, 2020.
The Senate passed H.R. 5430, without amendment on January 16,
2020 by a record vote of 89 yeas and 10 nays (Record Vote No.
14). Clearing the measure for the President.
H.R. 5430 was presented to the President on January 22,
2020.
The President signed H.R. 5430 into law on January 29,
2020, as Public Law 116-113.
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Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security Act
Public Law 116-136 H.R. 748 (H.R. 2440)
To amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to repeal the excise
tax on high cost employer-sponsored health coverage.
Summary
The Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security Act
provides economic relief to individuals, small businesses,
local governments, and airline works, among others, as a result
of the COVID-19 pandemic. As passed by the Senate, Section
14003 of Division B of H.R. 748 included provisions relating to
H.R. 2440, the Full Utilization of the Harbor Maintenance Trust
Fund Act.
Legislative History
H.R. 748 was introduced in the House on January 24, 2019,
by Mr. Courtney and seven original cosponsors and referred to
the Committee on Ways and Means.
A motion was made in the House on May 21, 2019, to place
H.R. 748 on the Consensus Calendar. H.R. 748 was placed on the
Consensus Calendar on July 17, 2019, Calendar No. 2.
The House considered the Consensus Calendar under
Suspension of the Rules on July 17, 2019, and passed the
measure, as amended, by a \2/3\ record vote of 419 yeas and 6
nays (Roll no. 493).
H.R. 748 was Received in the Senate on July 18, 2019; read
twice; and placed on the Senate Legislative Calendar.
A motion was made in the Senate on March 20, 2020, to
proceed to the Consideration of H.R. 748. Cloture on the motion
to proceed was presented on that same date. Motions to proceed
to the consideration were made in the Senate on March 21 and
22, 2020. On March 22, 2020, cloture on the motion to proceed
was not invoked in the Senate by a record vote of 47 yeas and
47 nays (RVN 77). A motion to reconsider the vote was entered
in the Senate. On March 23, 2020, a motion to proceed to
consideration of the motion to reconsider the vote by which
cloture on the motion to proceed to the measure was not invoked
(Record Vote No. 77) was agreed to in the Senate by voice vote.
Upon reconsideration, cloture on the motion to proceed to the
measure not invoked in Senate by a record vote of 49 yeas and
46 nays (RVN 78).
A motion to proceed to the consideration of H.R. 748 was
made in the Senate on March 23, 2020. On that same date a
section cloture motion on the motion to proceed to the measure
was presented in the Senate. Motions to proceed to the
consideration were made in the Senate on March 24 and 25, 2020.
On March 25, 2020, the second cloture motion on the motion to
proceed to the consideration of H.R. 748 was withdrawn by
unanimous consent.
The Senate proceeded to the consideration of H.R. 748 on
March 25, 2020 and passed the measure, as amended by a record
vote of 96 yeas and 0 nays (RVN 80).
H.R. 748 was received in the House on March 27, 2020;
pursuant to the provisions of H. Res. 911, the House agreed to
concur in the Senate amendment to H.R. 748 by voice vote.
At the conclusion of debate on the motion to concur in the
Senate amendment to H.R. 748, the Chair put the question on the
motion and by voice vote, announced that the ayes had
prevailed. Mr. Massie demanded a recorded vote, and the Chair
determined that an insufficient number of Members having
arisen, the demand for a recorded vote was refused. Mr. Massie
made a point of order that a quorum was not present and the
Chair counted for a quorum. Subsequently, the Chair announced
that a quorum was present.
H.R. 748 was presented to the President on March 27, 2020.
The President signed H.R. 748 into law on March 27, 2020 as
Public Law 116-136.
H.R. 2440
During consideration of H.R. 748 in the Senate, provisions
relating to H.R. 2440 were included in Section 14003 of
Division B of H.R. 748.
For full history see discussion listed below.
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Continuing Appropriations Act, 2021 and Other Extensions Act
Public Law 116-159 H.R. 8337
Making continuing appropriations for fiscal year 2021, and for
other purposes.
Summary
Division B of H.R. 8337 authorizes appropriations for
surface transportation accounts (Highway Trust Fund and the
Mass Transit Account) through September 30, 2021.
Legislative History
H.R. 8337 was introduced in the House on September 22,
2020, by Mrs. Lowey and referred to the Committee on
Appropriations, and the Committee on the Budget.
The House considered H.R. 8337 under Suspension of the
Rules on September 22, 2020, and passed the measure by a record
vote of 359 yeas and 57 nay with 1 voting ``present'' (Roll No.
198).
H.R. 8337 was received in the Senate on September 22, 2020,
read the first time, and placed on Senate Legislative Calendar
under Read the First Time. H.R. 8337 was read a second time on
September 23, 2020, and placed on the Senate Legislative
Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 552.
The Senate began consideration of H.R. 8337 on September
24, 2020, and proceeded to by a record vote of 93 yeas and 2
nays (Record Vote Number: 195.) On September 29, 2020, cloture
on the measure was invoked in the Senate by a record vote of 82
yeas and 6 nays (Record Vote Number: 196).
The Senate considered H.R. 8337 on September 30, 2020, and
passed the measure, without amendment, by a record vote of 84
yeas and 10 nays (Record Vote Number: 197).
H.R. 8337 was presented to the President on September 30,
2020. The President signed H.R. 8337 into law on October 1,
2020 as Public Law 116-159.
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Friendly Airports for Mothers Improvement Act
(Small Airport Mothers' Rooms Act of 2019)
Public Law 116-190 S. 2638 (H.R. 3362)
To amend title 49, United States Code, to require small hub
airports to construct areas for nursing mothers, and for other
purposes.
Summary
S. 2638 requires small hub airports to maintain a lactation
area for nursing mothers and a baby changing table in at least
one men's and one women's restroom in each passenger terminal
building of the airport. Small hub airports must comply with
this requirement by fiscal year 2023 in order to receive grant
funding under the Federal Aviation Administration's (FAA)
Airport Improvement Program. The FAA Reauthorization Act of
2018 (Pub. L. 115-254) requires medium and large hub airports
to meet these requirements by fiscal year 2021.
The bill further clarifies that only the requirement for an
airport to maintain a lactation area may be waived if the
Secretary of Transportation determines that construction or
maintenance activities would make it impracticable or unsafe
for a lactation area to be located in the sterile area of a
passenger terminal building; all airports will be required to
maintain baby changing tables.
Legislative History
S. 2638
S. 2638, the Friendly Airports for Mothers Improvement Act,
was introduced in the Senate on October 17, 2019, by Ms.
Duckworth and Mrs. Fisher and referred to the Senate Committee
on Commerce, Science, and Transportation.
The Senate Committee on Commerce, Science, and
Transportation considered S. 2638 on December 11, 2019, and
ordered the measure to be reported to the Senate, without
amendment, favorably.
The Senate Committee on Commerce, Science, and
Transportation reported S. 2638 to the Senate on June 10, 2020,
as S. Rpt. 116-232.
The Senate considered S. 2638 on July 29, 2020, and passed
the measure by unanimous consent.
S. 2638 was received in the House on July 30, 2020, and
held at the Desk.
The House considered S. 2638 under Suspension of the Rules
on October 1, 2020, and passed the measure by voice vote.
Clearing the measure for the President.
S. 2638 was presented to the President on October 20, 2020.
The President signed S. 2638 into law on October 30, 2020, as
Public Law 116-190.
H.R. 3362
H.R. 3362, the Small Airport Mothers' Rooms Act of 2019,
was introduced in the House on June 19, 2019, by Mrs. Miller,
and referred to the Committee on Transportation and
Infrastructure. Within the Committee, H.R. 3362 was referred to
the Subcommittee on Aviation.
The Subcommittee on Aviation was discharged from further
consideration of H.R. 3362 on June 26, 2019.
The Committee considered H.R. 3362 on June 26, 2019, and
ordered the measure to be reported to the House with a
favorable recommendation, without amendment, by voice vote.
The Committee reported H.R. 3362 to the House on October 4,
2019 as H. Rpt. 116-221.
The House considered H.R. 3362 under Suspension of the
Rules on December 16, 2019, and passed the measure, as amended,
by voice vote.
H.R. 3362 was received in the Senate on December 17, 2019,
and held at the Desk.
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Reinvigorating Lending for the Future Act
Public Law 116-192 S. 4075 (H.R. 7388)
To amend the Public Works and Economic Development Act of 1965
to provide for the release of certain Federal interests in
connection with certain grants under that Act, and for other
purposes.
Summary
Under its Economic Adjustment Assistance Programs, the
Economic Development Administration (EDA) provides seed capital
to revolving loan funds that support business growth and
development. As currently written, Federal law requires
grantees who receive those funds to permanently report on the
funds and the use thereof well after the loans have been made
and paid back, often several times over. S. 4075 seeks to
resolve this issue by allowing EDA to waive, with conditions,
Federal interest in revolving loan funds and relieve the
grantee of permanent reporting requirements.
Legislative History
S. 4075 was introduced in the Senate on June 25, 2020, by
Mrs. Capito and Mr. Cardin and referred to the Senate Committee
on Environment and Public Works.
The Senate Committee on Environment and Public Works was
discharged from further consideration of S. 4075 on August 6,
2020, and the measure was subsequently passed by unanimous
consent.
S. 4075 was received in the House on August 14, 2020, and
held at the Desk.
The House considered S. 4075 under Suspension of the Rules
on October 1, 2020, and passed the measure by voice vote.
Clearing the measure for the President.
S. 4075 was presented to the President on October 20, 2020.
The President signed S. 4075 into law on October 30, 2020, as
Public Law 116-192.
H.R. 7388
H.R. 7388, the House companion measure, was introduced in
the House on June 26, 2020, by Mr. Peterson and Mr. Katko and
referred to the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure,
and the Committee on Financial Services. Within the Committee,
H.R. 7388 was referred to the Subcommittee on Economic
Development, Public Buildings, and Emergency Management.
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Senator Kay Hagan Airport Traffic Control Tower
Public Law 116-193 S. 4762 (H.R. 8202)
To designate the airport traffic control tower located at
Piedmont Triad International Airport in Greensboro, North
Carolina, as the ``Senator Kay Hagan Airport Traffic Control
Tower''.
Summary
S. 4762 designates the Piedmont Triad International Airport
air traffic control tower as the ``Senator Kay Hagan Airport
Traffic Control Tower.'' Senator Kay Hagan represented North
Carolina in the United States Senate from 2009-2015, and passed
away in October 2019.
Legislative History
S. 4762
S. 4762 was introduced in the Senate on September 29, 2020,
by Mr. Burr, Mr. Tillis, Ms. Klobuchar, and Mr. Warner. S. 4762
was read twice, considered, read the third time, and passed
without amendment by unanimous consent.
S. 4762 was received in the House on September 30, 2020,
and held at the Desk.
The House considered S. 4762 by unanimous consent, and
passed the measure without objection. Clearing the measure for
the President.
S. 4762 was presented to the President on October 20, 2020.
The President signed S. 4762 into law on October 30, 2020, as
Public Law 116-193.
H.R. 8202
H.R. 8202 was introduced in the House on September 11,
2020, by Mr. Budd and seven original cosponsors; and referred
to the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. Within
the Committee, H.R. 8202 was referred to the Subcommittee on
Aviation.
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Save Our Seas 2.0 Act
Public Law 116-224 S. 1982 (H.R. 3969)
To improve efforts to combat marine debris, and for other
purposes.
Summary
S. 1982 amends and broadens the Marine Debris Act (Pub. L.
109-449), as amended, by increasing Federal spending from $10
million to $15 million, allowing up to 7 percent each fiscal
year for administrative costs, and prioritizing efforts to
combat marine debris through innovation and entrepreneurship
programs. In addition, it establishes the Marine Debris
Foundation, a charitable, nonprofit organization, to accept and
administer gifts of private property, and to administer the
newly-created Genius Prize for Save Our Seas Innovations.
Finally, S. 1982 invests in improved domestic water and waste
infrastructure by authorizing new project grants and a state
revolving loan program.
Legislative History
S. 1982 was introduced in the Senate on June 26, 2019, by
Mr. Sullivan and eight original cosponsors and referred to the
Senate Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation.
The Senate Committee on Commerce, Science, and
Transportation considered S. 1982 on November 13, 2019, and
ordered the measure to be reported with an amendment in the
nature of a substitute, favorably.
The Senate Committee on Commerce, Science, and
Transportation was discharged from further consideration of S.
1982 on January 9, 2020.
The Senate considered S, 1982 by unanimous consent on
January 9, 2020, and passed the measure with an amendment, by
voice vote.
S. 1982 was received in the House on January 13, 2020, and
referred to the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure;
the Committee on Natural Resources; the Committee on Foreign
Affairs; the Committee on Energy and Commerce; the Committee on
Science, Space, and Technology; and the Committee on
Agriculture. Within the Committee, S. 1982 was referred to the
Subcommittee on Coast Guard and Maritime Transportation.
The Chair of the Committee on Natural Resources sent a
letter on September 28, 2020, to the Chair of the Committee on
Transportation and Infrastructure, agreeing that, in order to
expedite consideration on the House Floor, the Committee on
Natural Resources would waive further consideration of S. 1982.
The Chair of the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure
responded on September 29, 2020, acknowledging the
jurisdictional interests of the Committee on Natural Resources
and the agreement to waive further consideration.
The Chair of the Committee on Foreign Affairs sent a letter
on September 29, 2020, to the Chair of the Committee on
Transportation and Infrastructure, agreeing that, in order to
expedite consideration on the House Floor, the Committee on
Foreign Affairs would waive further consideration of S. 1982.
On that same date, the Chair of the Committee on Transportation
and Infrastructure responded acknowledging the jurisdictional
interests of the Foreign Affairs and the agreement to waive
further consideration.
The Chair of the Committee on Energy and Commerce sent a
letter on September 29, 2020, to the Chair of the Committee on
Transportation and Infrastructure, agreeing that, in order to
expedite consideration on the House Floor, the Committee on
Energy and Commerce would waive further consideration of S.
1982. On that same date, the Chair of the Committee on
Transportation and Infrastructure responded acknowledging the
jurisdictional interests of the Committee on Energy and
Commerce and the agreement to waive further consideration.
The Chair of the Committee on Science, Space, and
Technology sent a letter on September 28, 2020, to the Chair of
the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, agreeing
that, in order to expedite consideration on the House Floor,
the Committee on Science, Space, and Technology would waive
further consideration of S. 1982. The Chair of the Committee on
Transportation and Infrastructure respond on September 29,
2020, acknowledging the jurisdictional interests of the
Committee on Science, Space, and Technology and the agreement
to waive further consideration.
The Chair of the Committee on Agriculture sent a letter on
September 28, 2020, to the Chair of the Committee on
Transportation and Infrastructure, agreeing that, in order to
expedite consideration on the House Floor, the Committee on
Agriculture would waive further consideration of S. 1982. The
Chair of the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure
responded on September 29, 2020, acknowledging the
jurisdictional interests of the Committee on Agriculture and
the agreement to waive further consideration.
The House considered S. 1982 under Suspension of the Rules
on October 1, 2020, and passed the measure, as amended, by
voice vote.
The message on House action was received in the Senate on
October 19, 2020, and held at the Desk.
The Senate concurred in the House amendment to S. 1982 on
December 1, 2020, by unanimous consent. Clearing the measure
for the President.
S. 1982 was presented to the President on December 8, 2020.
The President signed S. 1982 into law on December 18, 2020,
as Public Law 116-224.
H.R. 3969
H.R. 3969 introduced in the House on July 25, 2019 by Ms.
Bonamici and 10 original cosponsors and referred to the
Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure; the Committee
on Natural Resources; the Committee on Foreign Affairs; the
Committee on Energy and Commerce; the Committee on Science,
Space, and Technology; and the Committee on Agriculture. Within
the Committee, H.R. 3969 was referred to the Subcommittee on
Coast Guard and Maritime Transportation.
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Orrin G. Hatch United States Courthouse
Public Law 116-245 S. 4902
To designate the United States courthouse located at 351 South
West Temple in Salt Lake City, Utah, as the ``Orrin G. Hatch
United States Courthouse''.
Summary
Orrin G. Hatch served as a Senator from the State of Utah
from 1977 until 2019. S. 4902 names the U.S. District
Courthouse located at 351 South West Temple in Salt Lake City,
Utah, the ``Orrin G. Hatch United States Courthouse'' in his
honor.
Legislative History
S. 4902 was introduced in the Senate on November 17, 2020,
by Mr. Lee, Mr. Romney, and Mr. McConnell; read twice,
considered, read the third time, and passed by unanimous
consent.
S. 4902 was received in the House on November 18, 2020 and
held at the Desk.
The House considered S. 4902 under Suspension of the Rules
on December 8, 2020, and passed the measure by voice vote.
Clearing the measure for the President.
S. 4902 was presented to the President on December 11,
2020.
The President signed S. 4902 into law on December 21, 2020,
as Public Law 116-245.
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Route 66 Centennial Commission Act
Public Law 116-__ S. 1014 (H.R. 66)
To establish the Route 66 Centennial Commission, to direct the
Secretary of Transportation to prepare a plan on the
preservation needs of Route 66, and for other purposes.
Summary
This measure establishes the framework to determine how
best to commemorate and preserve Route 66.
U.S. Highway 66, better known as Route 66 or the Mother
Road, provided an important link between the Midwest and
Southern California. Route 66 initially spanned 2,448 miles. It
was designated, along with the other original U.S. highways, by
the American Association of State Highway Officials and the
Bureau of Public Roads in 1926. Route 66 will celebrate its
centennial anniversary in 2026.
The Act establishes the Route 66 Centennial Commission
(Commission) to study and make recommendations to Congress on
how to best commemorate Route 66 on its 100-year anniversary.
The bill also directs the Commission to host a conference with
certain partners on the U.S. Numbered Highway System. Finally,
the measure requires the Secretary of Transportation, in
consultation with certain Governors, to prepare a plan on the
preservation needs of Route 66. The Secretary must then submit
a report on the plan to Congress.
Legislative History
S. 1014, the Senate companion measure was introduced in the
Senate on April 3, 2019, by Ms. Duckworth and Mr. Inhofe and
referred to the Senate Committee on Environment and Public
works.
The Senate Committee on Environment and Public Works
considered S. 1014 on June 19, 2019, and ordered the measure to
be reported to the Senate without amendment.
The Senate Committee on Environment and Public Works
reported S. 1014 to the Senate on June 19, 2019 with no written
report. The Senate Committee on Environment and Public Works
report filed on July 23, 2019 as S. Rpt. 116-61.
The Senate passed S. 1014 on August 10, 2020, amended, by
unanimous consent.
S. 1014 was received in the House on August 14, 2020 and
held at the Desk.
The House considered S. 1014, under the Suspension of the
Rules on December 8, 2020, and passed the measure by voice
vote. Clearing the measure for the President.
S. 1014 was presented to the President on December 11,
2020.
The President signed S. 1014 into law on December 23, 2020,
the Public Law number has not been assigned at time of filing
of this report.
H.R. 66
H.R. 66 was introduced in the House on January 3, 2019, by
Mr. Davis of Illinois, and 10 original cosponsors and referred
to the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure.
The House considered H.R. 66 under Suspension of the Rules
on February 6, 2019 and passed the measure by a \2/3\ record
vote of 399 yeas and 22 nays (Roll No. 67).
H.R. 66 was received in the Senate on February 7, 2019,
read twice, and referred to the Senate Committee on Environment
and Public Works.
115TH CONGRESS
In the 115th Congress, H.R. 66, was introduced in the House
on January 3, 2017, by Mr. Davis of Illinois and 11 original
cosponsors and referred to the Committee on Transportation and
Infrastructure. Within the Committee, H.R. 66 was referred to
the Subcommittee on Highways and Transit.
The Subcommittee on Highways and Transit was discharged
from consideration of H.R. 66 on June 27, 2018. The Committee
on Transportation considered H.R. 66 on June 27, 2018, and
ordered the measure to be reported to the House, amended, by
voice vote.
The Committee reported H.R. 66 to the House on July 17,
2018, as H. Rpt. 115-821. Placed on the Union Calendar,
Calendar No. 635.
The House considered H.R. 66 on July 16, 2018, under
Suspension of the Rules and passed the measure, as amended, by
voice vote.
H.R. 66 was received in the Senate on July 17, 2018, read
twice and referred to the Senate Committee on Environment and
Public Works.
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Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2021
Public Law 116-__ H.R. 133 (H.R. 1980, H.R. 2139, H.R. 2420, H.R. 5120,
H.R. 7575, H.R. 8408, H.R. 8504, S. 3729)
To promote economic partnership and cooperation between the
United States and Mexico.
Summary
H.R. 133 provides for the funding for the 12 appropriations
bills for fiscal year 2021. Additionally, the measure includes
the following divisions within the purview of the Committee:
Division R, Protecting Our Infrastructure of Pipelines and
Enhancing Safety Act of 2020; Division T-Smithsonian American
Women's History Museum Act and National Museum of the American
Latino; Division V-Aircraft Certification, Safety, and
Accountability; and Division AA-Water Resources Development Act
of 2020.
Legislative History
H.R. 133 was introduced in the House on January 3, 1029 by
Mr. Cuellar, Mr. McCaul, and Mr. Gonzalez of Texas and referred
to the Committee on Foreign Affairs.
The House agreed to Suspend the Rules and pass H.R. 133 on
January 10, 2019, by voice vote.
H.R. 133 was received in the Senate on January 11, 2019,
and referred to the Senate Committee on Foreign Relations.
The Senate Committee on Foreign Relations considered H.R.
133 on December 11, 2019, and ordered the measure reported with
an Amendment in the Nature of a Substitute, favorably.
The Senate Committee on Foreign Relations reported H.R. 133
to the Senate on December 17, 2019, with no written report.
The Senate considered H.R. 133 on January 15, 2020, and
passed the measure, amended, by unanimous consent.
The Committee on Rules met on December 21, 2020, to
consider a Rule providing for the consideration of H.R. 133.
Rule filed in the House as H. Res. 1271. The Rule provides for
the consideration of the Senate amendment to H.R. 133 with an
amendment. H. Res. 1271 was agreed to by a record vote of 227
yeas and 180 nays (Roll No. 249).
The House considered H.R. 133 under the provisions of H.
Res. 1271 on December 21, 2020. The House concurred in the
Senate amendment with an amendment, consisting of the text of
Rules Committee Print 116-68, with the first portion of the
question comprising Divisions B, C, E, and F, was agreed to by
327 yeas and 85 nays (Roll No. 250). The House concurred in the
Senate amendment with an amendment, consisting of the text of
Rules Committee Print 116-68, with the second portion of the
question except Divisions B, C, E, and F, by a record vote of
359 yeas and 53 nays (Roll No. 251). The House agreed to an
amendment to the Senate amendment, without objection.
H.R. 133 was received in the Senate on December 21, 2020.
The Senate considered H.R. 133 on December 21, 2020 and
passed the measure by a record vote of 92 yeas and 6 nays
(Record Vote No. 289). Clearing the measure for the President.
H.R. 133 was presented to the President on December 24,
2020.
The President signed H.R. 133 into law on December 27,
2020, the Public Law number has not been assigned at time of
filing of this report.
H.R. 1980
H.R. 1980, the Smithsonian Women's History Museum Act, was
included in Division T of the House amendment to the Senate
amendment to H.R. 133. See action on H.R. 1980 listed below.
H.R. 2139
H.R. 2139, the Leonel Rondon Pipeline Safety Act, was
introduced in the House on April 8, 2019, by Mrs. Trahan, Mr.
Moulton, and Mr. Kennedy and referred the Committee on
Transportation and Infrastructure and the Committee on Energy
and Commerce. Within the Committee, H.R. 2139 was referred to
the Subcommittee on Railroads, Pipelines, and Hazardous
Materials.
Provisions of H.R. 2139 were included in Title II of
Division R of the House amendment to the Senate amendment to
H.R. 133. See action on H.R. 2139 listed below.
H.R. 2420
H.R. 2420, the National Museum of the American Latino Act,
was included in Division T of the House amendment to the Senate
amendment to H.R. 133. See action on H.R. 2420 listed below.
H.R. 5120
Provisions related to H.R. 5120, the Safe, Accountable,
Fair, and Environmentally Responsible Pipelines Act of 2019,
were included in Division R of the House amendment to the
Senate amendment to H.R. 133. See also action taken on H.R.
5120 listed below.
H.R. 7575
H.R. 7575, the Water Resources Development Act of 2020, was
included in Division AA of the House amendment to the Senate
amendment to H.R. 133. See action on H.R. 7575 listed below.
H.R. 8408
Provisions related to H.R. 8408, the Aircraft Certification
Reform and Accountability Act, was included in Division V of
the House amendment to the Senate amendment to H.R. 133. See
action on H.R. 8408 listed below.
H.R. 8504
H.R. 8504, the Payroll Support Program Extension Act, was
introduced in the House on October 2, 2020, by Mr. DeFazio and
Mr. Larsen of Washington and referred to the Committee on
Financial Services; the Committee on Transportation and
Infrastructure; and the Committee on the Budget. Within the
Committee, H.R. 8504 as referred to the Subcommittee on
Aviation.
Provisions of H.R. 8504 were included in Subtitle A of
Title IV of the House amendment to the Senate amendment to H.R.
133. See action on H.R. 8504 listed below.
S. 2299
S. 2299, the Protecting our Infrastructure of Pipelines and
Enhancing Safety Act of 2020 or PIPES Act of 2019, was
introduced in the Senate on July 25, 2019, by Mrs. Fisher and
Ms. Duckworth and referred to the Senate Committee on Commerce,
Science, and Transportation.
The Senate Committee on Commerce, Science, and
Transportation considered S. 2299 on July 31, 2019 and ordered
the measure to be reported to the Senate with an Amendment in
the Nature of a Substitute, favorably.
The Senate Committee on Commerce, Science, and
Transportation reported S. 2299 to the Senate on February 13,
2020 as S. Rpt. 116-217.
The Senate passed S. 2299 on August 6, 2020, amended.
Provisions of S. 2299 were included in Division R of the
House amendment to the Senate amendment to H.R. 133. See action
on S. 2299 listed below.
S. 3729
S. 3729, the Motor Carrier Safety Grant Relief Act of 2020,
was introduced in the Senate on May 13, 2020, by Mr. Wicker,
Ms. Cantwell, Mr. Thune, Mrs. Fischer, and Ms. Duckworth and
referred to the Senate Committee on Commerce, Science, and
Transportation.
05/20/2020 The Senate Committee on Commerce, Science, and
Transportation considered S. 3729 on May 20, 2020, and ordered
the measure to be reported without amendment, favorably.
The Senate Committee on Commerce, Science, and
Transportation report filed on November 16, 2020, as S. Rpt.
116-294.
The Senate considered S. 3729 on December 8, 2020, and
passed the measure by unanimous consent.
S. 3729 was received in the House on December 9, 2020, and
held at the Desk.
Provisions of S. 3729 were included in Division M of the
House amendment to the Senate amendment to H.R. 133. See action
on S. 3729 below.
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William M. (Mac) Thornberry National Defense Authorization Act for
Fiscal Year 2021
(National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2021)
Public Law 116-__ H.R. 6395 (H.R. 1166, H.R. 1837, H.R. 3409, H.R.
3488, H.R. 4614, H.R. 5124, H.R. 6096, H.R. 7416, H.R. 7515, H.R. 7588,
H.R. 8099, and H.R. 8309)
To authorize appropriations for fiscal year 2021 for military
activities of the Department of Defense and for military
construction, to prescribe military personnel strengths for
such fiscal year, and for other purposes.
Summary
H.R. 6395 authorizes fiscal year 2021 appropriations and
sets forth policies for Department of Defense (DOD) programs
and activities. This bill also reauthorizes the U.S. Coast
Guard and the Federal Maritime Commission for fiscal year 2020
fiscal year 2021, and authorizes a specified level of end-of-
year strength for active duty personnel and military training
student loads to the Coast Guard for such fiscal years.
As passed by the House, H.R. 6395 contains provisions
related to legislation referred to the Committee including:
H.R. 3409, H.R. 7515, H.R. 4614, H.R. 5124, H.R. 8099, H.R.
5993, H.R. 6146, H.R. 7416, H.R. 8231.
Legislative History
H.R. 6395 was introduced in the House on March 26, 2020, by
Mr. Smith of Washington and Mr. Thornberry and referred to the
Committee on Armed Services.
The Committee on Armed Services considered H.R. 6395 on
July 1, 2020, and ordered the measure to be reported to the
House, amended, by a record vote of 56 yeas and 0 nays.
The Chair of the Committee on Transportation and
Infrastructure sent a letter to the Chair of the Committee on
Armed Services on July 7, 2020, agreeing that, in order to
expedite consideration on the House Floor, the Committee on
Transportation and Infrastructure would not seek a sequential
referral of H.R. 6395. The letter further requested support for
the appointment of Conferees should a House-Senate Conference
be called. The Chair of the Committee on Armed Services
responded on July 8, 2020, acknowledging the jurisdictional
interests of the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure
and the agreement to not seek a sequential referral.
The Committee on Armed Services reported H.R. 6395 to the
House on July 9, 2020, as H. Rpt. 116-442. The Committee on
Armed Services filed a supplemental report on July 16, 2020 as
H. Rpt. 116-442, Pt. II.
The Committee on Rules met on July 20, 2020, and granted a
Rule providing for the consideration of H.R. 6395. Rule filed
in the House as H. Res. 1053. (H. Rpt. 116-457). The Rule
Provides for the consideration of H.R. 6395, H.R. 7027, H.R.
7327, and the Senate Amendments to H.R. 1957. Rule also
provides that H. Res. 967, as amended by H. Res. 1017, is
further amended by inserting a new date.
The House considered H.R. 6395 under the provisions of H.
Res. 1053 on July 20 and 21, 2020, and passed the measure on
July 21, 2020, by a recorded vote of 295 yeas and 125 nays
(Roll no. 152).
The title of the measure was amended so as to read: A bill
to authorize appropriations for fiscal year 2021 for military
activities of the Department of Defense, for military
construction, and for defense activities of the Department of
Energy, to prescribe military personnel strengths for such
fiscal year, and for other purposes.
H.R. 6395 was received in the Senate on August 4, 2020.
The Senate passed H.R. 6395, amended, by voice vote on
November 16, 2020.
The House disagreed to the Senate amendments to H.R. 6395
on November 18, 2020, by unanimous consent and requested a
Conference with the Senate thereon.
The Speaker appointed Conferees on the part of the House:
from the Committee on Armed Services; the Permanent Select
Committee on Intelligence; the Committee on Agriculture; the
Committee on the Budget; the Committee on Education and Labor;
the Committee on Energy and Commerce; the Committee on
Financial Services; the Committee on Foreign Affairs; the
Committee on Homeland Security; the Committee on House
Administration; the Committee on the Judiciary; the Committee
on Natural Resources; the Committee on Oversight and Reform;
the Committee on Science, Space, and Technology; the Committee
on Small Business; the Committee on Transportation and
Infrastructure; the Committee on Veterans' Affairs; and the
Committee on Ways and Means.
Representatives from the Committee on Transportation and
Infrastructure were appointed for consideration of secs. 311,
312, 332, 560G, 601, 829, 830B, 912, 1101, 1732, 1750, 1760,
1768, 1809, 3501, 3504, 3505, 3507-09, 3510C, 3510D, 5103, and
division H of the House bill, and secs. 178, 1087, 1635, 3501,
5237, 5246, 6089, and subtitle I of title LX of division E of
the Senate amendment, and modifications committed to
conference: Mr. Huffman, Mr. Rouda, and Mr. Gibbs.
The Senate began consideration of the House message to
accompany H.R. 6395 on December 3, 2020. The Senate insisted
upon its amendment; agreed to a Conference with the House
thereon; and appointed Conferees on the part of the Senate.
Conferees agreed on December 3, 2020, to file a Conference
Report on the differences between the Senate and House passed
versions of H.R. 6395.
Committee of Conference report filed on December 3, 2020,
as H. Rpt. 116-617.
The House considered the Conference Report to accompany
H.R. 6395 on December 8, 2020, and agreed to the Conference
Report by a record vote of 335 yeas, 78 nays, and 1 voting
present (Roll Call Vote No. 238).
The Senate considered the Conference Report to accompany
H.R. 6395 on December 9, 10, and 11, 2020. The Senate agreed to
the Conference Report by a record vote of 84 yeas and 13 nays.
Clearing the measure for the President.
H.R. 6395 was presented to the President on December 11,
2020.
The President vetoed H.R. 6395 on December 23, 2020.
The Presidential Memorandum of Disapproval to H.R. 6395 was
received in the House on December 24, 2020 (H. Doc. 116-174).
The House postponed further consideration of the veto message
and the joint resolution until December 28, 2020.
The House considered H.R. 6395 on December 28, 2020, the
objections to the President to the contrary notwithstanding,
and passed the measure, by a \2/3\ recorded vote of 322 yeas
and 87 nays (Roll No. 253).
The veto message from the President was received in the
Senate on December 29, 2020, and held at the Desk. A motion to
proceed to the consideration of the veto message on H.R. 6395
was agreed to in Senate by a record vote of 80 yeas and 12 nays
(Record Vote Number: 290).
The Senate considered H.R. 6395 on January 1, 2021, the
objections to the President to the contrary notwithstanding,
and passed the measure, by a \2/3\ recorded vote of 81 yeas and
13 nays. The Public Law number has not been assigned at time of
filing of this report.
H.R. 1166/S. 383
H.R. 1166, the Utilizing Significant Emissions with
Innovative Technologies Act, was introduced in the House on
February 13, 2019, by Mr. Peters, Mr. McKinley, Mr. Veasey, Mr.
Schweikert, and Mrs. Bustos and referred to the Committee on
Energy and Commerce, the Committee on Science, Space and
Technology, the Committee on Natural Resources, and the
Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. Within the
Committee, H.R. 1166 was referred to the Subcommittee on
Highways and Transit.
S. 383, the Senate companion measure was introduced in the
Senate on February 7, 2019, by Mr. Barrasso and eight original
cosponsors and referred to the Senate Committee on Environment
and Public Works.
The Senate Committee on Environment and Public Works
considered S. 383 on April 10, 2019, and ordered the measure to
be reported to the Senate without amendment favorably. On that
same date, the Senate Committee on Environment and Public Works
reported S. 383 to the Senate with no written report.
The Senate Committee on Environment and Public Works filed
a report on May 31, 2019 as S. Rpt. 116-38.
Provisions of H.R. 1166 and S. 383 were included in section
6084 of H.R. 6395 as passed by the Senate.
H.R. 1837
H.R. 1837, the United States-Israel Cooperation Enhancement
and Regional Security Act, was included in Subtitle H of Title
XII of the Conference Report to accompany H.R. 6395. For prior
action, see discussion listed below.
H.R. 3409
H.R. 3409, the Coast Guard Authorization of 2019, was
included in Division D of H.R. 6395 as passed by the House. For
prior action, see legislative history below.
H.R. 3488
H.R. 3488, the Coast Guard Authorization of 2019, was
included in Subtitle E of Title LVXXXII of the Conference
Report to accompany H.R. 6395. For prior action, see discussion
listed below.
H.R. 4614
H.R. 4614, the AMBER Alert Nationwide Act of 2019, was
introduced in the House on October 4, 2019, by Mr. Sablan and
Mrs. Radewagen and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary;
and the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. Within
the Committee, H.R. 4614 was referred to the Subcommittee on
Aviation; the Subcommittee on Highways and Transit; and the
Subcommittee on Coast Guard and Maritime Transportation.
Provisions of H.R. 4614 were included in section 1623 of
H.R. 2 during House consideration. H.R. 4614 was also included
in H.R. 6395.
H.R. 5124
H.R. 5124, the Southern New England Regional Commission
Act, was introduced in the House on November 15, 2019, by Mr.
Cicilline, Mr. Kennedy, Ms. DeLauro, Mr. Lynch, and Mr.
Courtney and referred to the Committee on Transportation and
Infrastructure, and the Committee on Financial Services. Within
the Committee, H.R. 5124 was referred to the Subcommittee on
Economic Development, Public Buildings, and Emergency
Management.
H.R. 5124 was included in section 1768 of H.R. 6395 as
passed by the House.
H.R. 6096
H.R. 6096, the Reliable Emergency Alert Distribution
Improvement Act of 2020, was included in subtitle I of Title LX
of Division E of H.R. 6395 as passed by the Senate. See further
discussion of H.R. 6096 below.
H.R. 7416
H.R. 7416, the Coastal and Inland Ports and Terminals
Commerce Improvement Act, was introduced in the House on June
30, 2020, by Mr. Bost, Mr. Lamb, Mr. Gibbs, Mr. Reschenthaler,
Mrs. Hartzler, Mr. Loebsack, and Mrs. Miller and referred to
the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. Within the
Committee, H.R. 7416 was referred to the Subcommittee on Coast
Guard and Maritime Transportation.
H.R. 7416 was included in section 3509 of H.R. 6395 as
passed by the House.
H.R. 7515
H.R. 7515, the Maritime Transportation System Emergency
Relief Act of 2020, was introduced in the House on July 9,
2020, by Mr. DeFazio and Mr. Sean Patrick Maloney of New York
and referred to the Committee on Transportation and
Infrastructure. Within the Committee, H.R. 7515 was referred to
the Subcommittee on Coast Guard and Maritime Transportation.
H.R. 7515 was included in section 3505 of H.R. 6395 as
passed by the House.
H.R. 7588
H.R. 7588, the Strengthening the Cybersecurity and
Infrastructure Security Agency Act of 2020, was introduced in
the House on July 13, 2020, by Mr. Katko, Mr. Ruppersberger,
and Mr. Gallagher and referred to the Committee on Homeland
Security, and Committee on Oversight and Reform, the Committee
on Energy and Commerce, and the Committee on Transportation and
Infrastructure. Within the Committee, H.R. 5246 was referred to
the Subcommittee on Referred to the Subcommittee on Economic
Development, Public Buildings, and Emergency Management.
H.R. 7588 was included in section 5246 of H.R. 6395 as
passed by the Senate. See also H.R. 7588 under Legislation
Referred.)
H.R. 8099
H.R. 8099, the Diversity in Defense Act of 2020, was
introduced in the House on August 25, 2020, by Mr. Brown of
Maryland and eight original cosponsors and referred to the
Committee on Armed Services; the Committee on Transportation
and Infrastructure; and the Committee on Oversight and Reform.
Within the Committee, H.R. 8099 was referred to the
Subcommittee on Coast Guard and Maritime Transportation.
H.R. 8099 was included in section 912 of H.R. 6395 as
passed by the House.
H.R. 8309
H.R. 8309, the Keep America Secure Act, was introduced in
the House on September 17, 2020, by Mr. Rogers of Alabama and
14 original cosponsors and referred to the Committee on
Homeland Security; the Committee on the Judiciary; the
Committee on Ways and Means; the Committee on Transportation
and Infrastructure; the Committee on Oversight and Reform; the
Committee on Energy and Commerce; the Committee on Foreign
Affairs; and the Committee on House Administration. Within the
Committee, H.R. 8309 was referred to the Subcommittee on
Subcommittee on Economic Development, Public Buildings, and
Emergency Management.
Provisions of H.R. 8309 were included in section 5246 of
H.R. 6395 as passed by the Senate.
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Safeguarding Tomorrow through Ongoing Risk Mitigation Act of 2020
STORM Act of 2020
(Resilience Revolving Loan Fund Act of 2019)
S. 3418 (H.R. 3779)
To amend the Robert T. Stafford Disaster Relief and Emergency
Assistance Act to allow the Administrator of the Federal
Emergency Management Agency to provide capitalization grants to
eligible entities to establish revolving funds to provide
assistance to reduce disaster risks, and for other purposes.
Summary
H.R. 3779 establishes a state revolving loan fund program
to facilitate funding of mitigation projects that reduce the
risks and costs of natural disasters. Sources of Federal
funding for proactive, predisaster mitigation are highly
competitive and limited due to the significant volume of
identified and necessary hazard mitigation projects across the
Nation.
Under the Robert T. Stafford Disaster Relief and Emergency
Assistance Act (Stafford Act, Pub. L. 93-288, as amended),
options for mitigation assistance include the Pre-Disaster
Mitigation (PDM) program (Stafford Act, Sec. 203) and the
Hazard Mitigation Grant Program (HMGP) (Stafford Act, Sec.
404). With the Sandy Recovery Improvement Act (Division B of
Pub. L. 113-2), the Committee provided flexibility in using
Federal Emergency Management Agency's (FEMA) Public Assistance
program (Stafford Act, Sec. 428) to rebuild following a
disaster, there is only a single FEMA pre-disaster mitigation
program providing communities with resources to fund projects
before disaster strikes in order to prevent or lessen damage
from a future hazard event.
While the Disaster Recovery Reform Act of 2018 (Division D
of Pub. L. 115-254) provides a more consistent source of funds
for FEMA's PDM program and allows for additional projects to
receive Federal assistance, the outstanding need for pre-
disaster mitigation projects still surpasses projected funding.
Strengthening mitigation practices is critical to reducing the
future costs of disasters for the taxpayer; studies have shown
for every $1 spent in mitigation, between $4 and $8 is saved in
avoided disaster recovery costs. Providing additional solutions
for communities to mitigate against disasters will reduce costs
and save lives.
Examining the use and application of revolving loan funds
suggests such funds may provide communities with additional
flexibility to fund mitigation projects while replenishing the
initial funding through repayments. For example, Congress has
authorized and appropriated dollars for similar state revolving
funds for projects that have resulted in a significant increase
in the capacity and capabilities of water infrastructure in
communities across the Nation.
Investment in mitigation projects and activities has a
significant and measurable return on investment in reducing
recovery costs following hazard events. To reduce the rising
costs associated with disaster response and recovery,
additional Federal funding streams dedicated to pre-disaster
mitigation are necessary.
H.R. 3779 amends the Stafford Act by authorizing
capitalization grants and establishing a state-managed
revolving loan fund program to allow states to offer low-
interest loans to eligible local entities for mitigation
projects, with the repayment of the loans providing capital for
subsequent projects. Participating entities would be provided
additional flexibilities in the nature and types of eligible
projects to further mitigate the impacts of natural disasters
such as earthquakes, flooding, and wildfires, as well as non-
natural events like chemical spills. For example, existing FEMA
hazard mitigation programs restrict Public Assistance
mitigation funds if projects may accrue to the benefit of
homeowners and businesses. This can create challenges,
particularly in rural areas with lower populations and large
amounts of farmland. The revolving loan fund is specifically
intended to reduce risks for homeowners, businesses, nonprofit
organizations, and communities. H.R. 3779, as amended, also
explicitly ensures eligibility for non-Federal levees and other
flood control measures.
Legislative History
S. 3418
S. 3418, the Safeguarding Tomorrow through Ongoing Risk
Mitigation Act of 2020, was introduced in the Senate on March
9, 2020, by Mr. Peters and Mr. Johnson and referred to the
Senate Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs.
The Senate Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental
Affairs considered H.R. 3418 on March 11, 2020, and ordered the
measure to be reported to the Senate without amendment.
The Senate Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental
Affairs report filed on August 10, 2020, as S. Rpt. 116-249.
The Senate considered S. 3418 on December 9, 2020, and
passed the measure, amended, by unanimous consent.
S. 3418 was received in the House on December 14, 2020, and
held at the Desk The House considered S. 3418 under Suspension
of the Rules on December 18, 2020, and passed the measure by
voice vote.
S. 3418 was presented to the President on December 21,
2020.
The President signed S. 3418 into law on January 1, 2021,
the Public Law number has not been assigned at time of filing
of this report.
H.R. 3779
H.R. 3779 was introduced in the House on July 16, 2019, by
Ms. Craig, Mr. Crawford, Mr. Kind, Ms. McCollum, Mr. Rodney
Davis of Illinois, and Mr. Smith of Missouri and referred to
the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. Within the
Committee, H.R. 3779 was referred to the Subcommittee on
Economic Development, Public Buildings, and Emergency
Management.
The Chair discharged the Subcommittee on Economic
Development, Public Buildings, and Emergency Management from
further consideration of H.R. 3779 on September 19, 2019.
The Committee considered H.R. 3779 on September 19, 2019,
and ordered the measure to be reported to the House with a
favorable recommendation, as amended, by voice vote.
The Committee reported H.R. 3779 to the House on September
4, 2020, as H. Rpt. 116-486.
Provisions of H.R. 3779 were included in Sec. 23001 of H.R.
2 during House consideration. See also discussion of H.R. 2
listed above.
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RESOLUTIONS PASSED BOTH HOUSES
Use of the Capitol Grounds for the National Peace Officers Memorial
Service and the National Honor Guard and Pipe Band Exhibition
H. Con. Res. 16
Authorizing the use of the Capitol Grounds for the National
Peace Officers Memorial Service and the National Honor Guard
and Pipe Band Exhibition.
Summary
In 1962, President John F. Kennedy signed a proclamation
which designated May 15th as Peace Officers' Memorial Day and
the week in which that date falls as ``Police Week.'' Today,
tens of thousands of law enforcement officers from around the
world come to Washington, D.C. to participate in events during
that week to honor the men and woman of law enforcement who
have made the ultimate sacrifice.
Among the events during Police Week are the National Peace
Officers' Memorial Service and the National Honor Guard and
Pipe Band Exhibition.
The Grand Lodge of the Fraternal Order of Police will
sponsor a public event on May 15, 2019, the 38th Annual
National Peace Officers' Memorial Service on the Capitol
Grounds, in order to honor the law enforcement officers who
died in the line of duty.
Legislative History
H. Con. Res. 16 was introduced in the House on February 8,
2019, by Ms. Titus and Mr. Meadows and referred to the
Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. Within the
Committee, H. Con. Res. 16 was referred to the Subcommittee on
Economic Development, Public Buildings, and Emergency
Management.
The Subcommittee on Economic Development, Public Buildings,
and Emergency Management was discharged from further
consideration of H. Con. Res. 16 on February 27, 2019.
The Full Committee considered H. Con. Res. 16 on February
27, 2019 and ordered the measure to be reported to the House,
without amendment, favorably by voice vote.
The Committee reported H. Con. Res. 16 to the House on
April 2, 2019 as H. Rpt. 116-30.
The House considered H. Con. Res. 16 under Suspension of
the Rules on April 8, 2019 and passed the measure by voice
vote.
H. Con. Res. 16 was received in the Senate on April 9,
2019.
The Senate agreed to H. Con. Res. 16 by unanimous consent
on April 10, 2019.
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Use of the Capitol Grounds for the Greater Washington Soap Box Derby
H. Con. Res. 19
Authorizing the use of the Capitol Grounds for the Greater
Washington Soap Box Derby.
Summary
The Greater Washington Soap Box Derby occurs annually on
the Capitol Grounds. The Soap Box Derby allows children to
demonstrate their dedication, work, and creativity as they
compete for trophies.
The first official All-American Soap Box Derby was held in
Dayton, Ohio in 1934 and moved to Akron, Ohio the following
year. The Soap Box Derby continued until the beginning of World
War II, and after a break resumed in 1946. While initially the
Soap Box Derby was only open to boys, in 1971 girls also began
racing.
The Greater Washington Soap Box Derby is one of many local
races that will qualify winning competitors to participate in
the National Soap Box Derby in Ohio.
Legislative History
H. Con. Res. 19 was introduced in the House on February
14, 2019, by Mr. Hoyer and eight original cosponsors and
referred to the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure.
Within the Committee, H. Con. Res. 19 was referred to the
Subcommittee on Economic Development, Public Buildings, and
Emergency Management.
The Subcommittee on Economic Development, Public Buildings,
and Emergency Management was discharged from further
consideration of H. Con. Res. 19 on February 27, 2019.
The Full Committee considered H. Con. Res. 19 on February
27, 2019 and ordered the measure to be reported to the House,
without amendment, favorably by voice vote.
The Committee reported H. Con. Res. 19 to the House on
April 2, 2019, as H. Rpt. 116-31.
The House considered H. Con. Res. 19 under Suspension of
the Rules on April 8, 2019, and passed the measure by a \2/3\
record vote of 386 yeas and 0 voting ``nay'' (Roll No. 157).
H. Con. Res. 19 was received in the Senate on April 9,
2019.
The Senate agreed to H. Con. Res. 19 by unanimous consent
on April 10, 2019.
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MEASURES VETOED
Relating to a national emergency declared by the President on February
15, 2019
H.J. Res. 46 (S.J. Res. 10)
Relating to a national emergency declared by the President on
February 15, 2019
Summary
H.J. Res. 46 terminates Presidential Proclamation 9844 the
national emergency related to the U.S.-Mexico border, declared
by the President on February 15, 2019.
Legislative History
H.J. RES. 46
H.J. Res. 46 was introduced in the House on February 22,
2019, by Mr. Castro of Texas and 225 original cosponsors and
referred to the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure.
Within the Committee, H.J. Res. 46 was referred to the
Subcommittee on Economic Development, Public Buildings, and
Emergency Management.
The Committee on Rules met on February 25, 2019, and
reported a Rule providing for the consideration of H.J. Res.
46. Rule filed in the House as H. Res. 144 (H. Rpt. 116-13).
The House considered H. Res. 144 as a privileged matter on
February 26, 2019, and adopted the Rule by a record vote of 229
yeas and 193 nays (Roll No. 93).
The House considered H.J. Res. 26 under the provisions of
H. Res. 144 and passed the resolution by a record vote of 228
yeas and 193 nays (Roll No. 93).
H.J. Res. 46 was received in the Senate on February 27,
2019; read twice; and referred to the Senate Committee on Armed
Services. The Senate Committee on Armed Services was discharged
from further consideration of H.J. Res. 46 on March 14, 2019.
The Senate considered H.J. Res. 46 on March 14, 2019, and
passed the measure by a record vote of 59 yeas and 41 nays
(Vote No. 49.)
H.J. Res. 46 was presented to the President on March 15,
2019, and vetoed that same date.
The Presidential Memorandum of Disapproval to H.J. Res. 46
was received in the House on March 18, 2019, (H. Doc. 116-22).
The House postponed further consideration of the veto message
and the joint resolution until March 26, 2019.
On March 26, 2019, the House considered H.J. Res. 46, the
objections of the President notwithstanding, and failed to pass
the measure by a record vote of 248 yeas and 181 nays (Roll No.
127).
The bill and accompanying veto message were referred to the
Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure.
S.J. RES. 10
S.J. Res. 10, the Senate companion measure, was introduced
in the Senate by Mr. Udall, Ms. Collins, Mrs. Shaheen, and Ms.
Murkowski on February 28, 2019 and referred to the Committee on
Armed Services.
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Relating to a national emergency declared by the President on February
15, 2019
S.J. Res. 54 (H.J. Res. 75)
Relating to a national emergency declared by the President on
February 15, 2019
Summary
S.J. Res. 54 terminates Presidential Proclamation 9844 the
national emergency related to the U.S.-Mexico border, declared
by the President on February 15, 2019.
Legislative History
S.J. RES. 54
S.J. Res. 54 was introduced in the Senate by Mr. Udall, Ms.
Collins, and Mrs. Shaheen on September 10, 2019, and referred
to the Committee on Armed Services.
The Senate discharged the Committee on Armed Serviced from
further consideration of S.J. Res. 54 on September 25, 2019, by
unanimous consent and passed the measure by a recorded vote of
54 yeas and 41 nays (Record Vote No. 302.)
S.J. Res. 54 was received in the House on September 25,
2019, and held at the Desk.
The Committee on Rules met on September 25, 2019, and
reported a Rule to the House as H. Res. 591 (H. Rpt. 116-218).
The Rule provides for consideration of S.J. Res. 54.
The House considered H. Res. 591 on September 26, 2019, and
adopted the Rule by a recorded vote of 229 yeas and 186 nays
(Roll No. 550).
The House considered S.J. Res. 54 on September 26, 2019,
and passed the measure by a recorded vote of 236 yeas and 174
nays (Roll No. 553).
S.J. Res. 54 was presented to the President on October 4,
2019. The President vetoed S.J. Res. 54 on October 14, 2019.
Presidential Message received in the Senate on October 16,
2019, and printed as Presidential Message 32. The Senate failed
to override the President's veto on October 17, 2019, by a
record vote of 53 yeas and 36 nays (Vote No. 325).
H.J. RES. 75
H.J. Res. 75 was introduced in the House on September 19,
2019, by Mr. Castro of Texas and referred to the Committee on
Transportation and Infrastructure. Within the Committee, H.J.
Res. 75 was referred to the Subcommittee on Economic
Development, Public Buildings, and Emergency Management.
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MEASURES ENROLLED / PRESENTED TO THE PRESIDENT / OR PASSED BY BOTH
HOUSES
Transparency in Federal Buildings Projects Act of 2019
H.R. 2502
To amend title 40, United States Code, to require certain
prospectuses for public buildings to be made publicly
available, and for other purposes.
Summary
H.R. 2502 requires the General Services Administration
(GSA) to publish on its website all prospectuses for leasing,
design or construction activities which the GSA--pursuant to
Chapter 33 of Title 40, United States Code sections 3307 and
3316--has submitted to the House Committee on Transportation
and Infrastructure and the Senate Committee on Environment and
Public Works.
The legislation requires the Administrator of General
Services to maintain the information for no less than ten years
in a readable, accessible, and searchable format. The
information must also be updated quarterly.
Legislative History
H.R. 2502 was introduced in the House on May 2, 2019, by
Mr. Palmer, and referred to the Committee on Transportation and
Infrastructure. Within the Committee, H.R. 2502 was referred to
the Subcommittee on Economic Development, Public Buildings, and
Emergency Management.
On May 8, 2019, the Subcommittee on Economic Development,
Public Buildings, and Emergency Management was discharged from
further consideration of H.R. 2502.
The Full Committee considered H.R. 2502 on May 8, 2019, and
ordered the measure to be reported to the House with a
favorable recommendation, without amendment, by voice vote.
The Committee reported H.R. 2502 to the House on July 11,
2019, as H. Rpt. 116-147.
The House considered H.R. 2502 under Suspension of the
Rules on October 28, 2019, and passed the measure by voice
vote.
H.R. 2502 was received in the Senate on October 29, 2019,
and referred to the Senate Committee on Environment and Public
Works.
The Senate Committee on Environment and Public Works was
discharged from further consideration of H.R. 2502 on December
22, 2020, and the measure was passed by unanimous consent.
Clearing the measure for the President.
The President is expected to sign H.R. 2502 into law.
However, no official action occurred prior to filing of this
report.
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Great Lakes Restoration Initiative Act of 2019
H.R. 4031 (S. 2295)
To amend the Federal Water Pollution Control Act to reauthorize
the Great Lakes Restoration Initiative, and for other purposes.
Summary
The Great Lakes Basin is home to more than 30 million
people in the United States and Canada. The Basin reaches seven
states, plus the entirety of Michigan and a portion of Ontario,
Canada. The Great Lakes are the largest freshwater system in
the world, holding about 21 percent of the world's fresh water
supply to provide drinking water as well as recreation and
economic opportunity.
Agriculture, industrialization, and development have all
impacted the Great Lakes ecosystem. The Great Lakes are
particularly vulnerable to contamination because outflow rates
from most of the Lakes are very slow, retaining the same water
for years, sometimes decades, and in the case of Lake Superior,
a century. As a result, some pollutants that reach the Basin
settle into the sediments at the bottom of the Lakes.
Human activities have also significantly impacted the
ecosystem by way of non-indigenous species and excessive
nutrients. These threaten massive ecological and economic
damage. One such event of excessive nutrient runoff caused a
harmful algal bloom in 2014, which required the City of Toledo,
Ohio, to implement a drinking water ban that affected 500,000
people. While efforts have been made to address these problems,
there remain serious concerns in numerous areas.
In response to the exacerbation of issues in the Basin, in
2010, Congress amended existing authorities under section 118
of the Clean Water Act to establish a coordinated Federal
effort--the Great Lakes Restoration Initiative (GLRI)--to
provide resources toward meeting the long-term goals for the
Great Lakes ecosystem. The GLRI is overseen by the Great Lakes
Interagency Task Force--established by Executive Order 13340
(69 Fed. Reg. 29043) and chaired by the Administrator of EPA.
Agencies involved in the Task Force use agency funds or EPA
funds to carry out projects or otherwise award grants or
contracts to state, local, or tribal government entities,
nongovernmental organizations, academic institutions, or other
entities.
The GLRI Action Plan for the past five years has been
focused on making improvements in: toxic substances; invasive
species, nearshore health and nonpoint source pollution;
habitat and wildlife protection and restoration; and
accountability, monitoring, evaluation, public involvement, and
partnerships. Each focus area has specific objectives,
commitments, and measures of progress. These include long-term
strategies for restoration and future prevention, but
environmental and public health issues continue to persist in
the Great Lakes Basin today.
In 2016, Congress reauthorized section 118 of the Clean
Water Act through fiscal year 2021 (Pub. L. 114-322). Section
118 was most recently authorized at $300 million per year.
Federally authorized funding for this program expires at the
end of fiscal year 2021.
Legislative History
H.R. 4031
H.R. 4031 was introduced in the House on July 25, 2019, by
Mr. Joyce of Ohio and 39 original cosponsors and referred to
the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. Within the
Committee, H.R. 4031 was referred to the Subcommittee on Water
Resources and Environment.
The Chair discharged the Subcommittee on Water Resources
and Environment from further consideration of H.R. 4031 on
September 19, 2019.
The Committee considered H.R. 4031 on September 19, 2019,
and ordered the measure to be reported to the House with a
favorable recommendation, without amendment, by voice vote.
The Committee reported H.R. 4031 to the House on November
13, 2019 as H. Rpt. 116-287
The House considered H.R. 4031 under Suspension of the
Rules on February 5, 2020, and passed the measure, as amended,
by a \2/3\ record vote of 373 yeas and 45 nays (Roll No. 36).
H.R. 4031 was received in the Senate; read twice; and
referred to the Senate Committee on Environment and Public
Works.
The Senate Committee on Environment and Public Works was
discharged from further consideration of H.R. 4031 on December
20, 2020; the measure was passed by unanimous consent. Clearing
the measure for the President.
H.R. 4031 was presented to the President on December 24,
2020.
The President is expected to sign H.R. 4031 into law.
However, no official action occurred prior to filing of this
report.
S. 2295
S. 2295, the Senate companion measure, was introduced in
the Senate on July 25, 2019, by Ms. Stabenow and 12 original
cosponsors; read twice; and referred to the Senate Committee on
Environment and Public Works.
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Protect and Restore America's Estuaries Act
H.R. 4044 (S. 3171)
To amend the Federal Water Pollution Control Act to reauthorize
the National Estuary Program, and for other purposes.
Summary
The Clean Water Act defines an estuary (and estuarine
zones) as all or part of the mouth of a river or stream or
other body of water having an unimpaired natural connection
with open sea where freshwater from rivers or streams mixes
with salt water from the ocean. [See Section 104(n)(1) of the
Federal Water Pollution Control Act (33 U.S.C. 1251(n)(4)).]
Estuarine environments are unique and highly productive
ecosystems critical to the ecological and economic well-being
of the Nation's coastal areas.
A healthy estuarine system has a lot relying on it. This
includes industries that represent the economic centers for
jobs and commerce in coastal states, such as fishing,
recreation, and tourism. They also provide natural areas for
ports and harbors to support these industries as well as
general shipping and transportation.
A diverse range of flora, fauna, birds, fish and other
wildlife also depend on estuaries. These areas provide habitat,
spawning and nesting grounds, and nutrients for the ecosystem.
Humans rely on estuaries for all these functions as well as for
natural water filtration and flood prevention and resiliency
benefits.
Despite these inherent values, EPA recognizes that
estuaries in the United States are under severe stress. The
impacts of human development and increased pollution cascade
throughout the ecosystem and watershed--from erosion and water
quality hazards to declines in species' populations. Ongoing
threats to estuaries include shoreline erosion and damage to
infrastructure, excessive nutrient contamination which may
result in outbreaks of harmful algal blooms, and accelerated
land loss.
Recognizing the importance of estuaries and all their
myriad functions, Congress created the National Estuary Program
(NEP) in 1987 under section 320 of the Clean Water Act. The NEP
authorizes States to nominate, and EPA to identify, estuaries
across the country that may require comprehensive restoration
planning and long-term protection strategies.
The NEP aims to address water quality problems in, and
promote the ecological integrity of, estuaries. This is
achieved through the convening of a management conference
compromised of Federal, state, and local government officials,
as well as local citizens, businessowners, educators,
researchers, and other interested stakeholders. The management
conference is responsible for the development and
implementation of locally-developed estuary management plans,
called Comprehensive Conservation and Management Plans (CCMPs).
The CCMP recommends targeted actions specific to the estuary's
watershed, with a science-driven and consensus-based approach.
This collaborative process has been successful nationwide and
has led to the restoration or protection of more than two
million acres since 2000.
The United States has about 130 estuaries; however only 28
estuaries are currently approved to receive Federal assistance
under the NEP. Appropriated funds are split evenly across all
28 programs, with a portion also going to a separate grant
program. The program was created in a 2016 reauthorization,
offering competitive grant awards for recipients working to
address issues threatening estuaries and their surrounding
coastal areas.
In 2016, Congress reauthorized section 320 of the Clean
Water Act through fiscal year 2021 (Pub. L. 114-162). Section
320 of the Clean Water Act most recently authorized the NEP at
$26.5 million per year. Federally authorized levels have been
as high as $35 million per year in past authorizations, and
current appropriated levels have consistently exceeded the 2016
authorized level. The authorization of these funds will expire
in fiscal year 2021.
The President is expected to sign H.R. 4044 into law.
However, no official action occurred prior to filing of this
report.
Legislative History
H.R. 4044 was introduced on July 25, 2019, by Mr.
Malinowski, Mrs. Fletcher, and Mr. Graves of Louisiana and
referred to the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure.
Within the Committee, H.R. 4044 was referred to the
Subcommittee on Water Resources and Environment.
The Chair discharged the Subcommittee on Water Resources
and Environment from further consideration of H.R. 4044 on
September 19, 2019.
The Committee considered H.R. 4044 on September 19, 2019,
and ordered the measure to be reported to the House with a
favorable recommendation, without amendment, by voice vote.
The Committee reported H.R. 4044 to the House on November
13, 2019 as H. Rpt. 116-288.
The House considered H.R. 4044 under Suspension of the
Rules on February 5, 2020, and passed the measure, as amended,
by a \2/3\ record vote of 355 yeas and 62 nays (Roll No. 35).
H.R. 4044 was received in the Senate; read twice; and
referred to the Senate Committee on Environment and Public
Works.
The Senate considered H.R. 4044 on December 31, 2020, and
passed the measure by voice vote.
S. 3171
S. 3171 was introduced in the Senate on January 9, 2020, by
Mr. Whitehouse, Mr. Cassidy, and Mr. Carper and referred to the
Senate Committee on Environment and Public Works.
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Federal Advance Contracts Enhancement Act
S. 979 (H.R. 3500)
To amend the Post-Katrina Emergency Management Reform Act of
2006 to incorporate the recommendations made by the Government
Accountability Office relating to advance contracts, and for
other purposes.
Summary
S. 979, the Federal Advance Contracts Enhancement Act of
2019, codifies nine recommendations made by the Government
Accountability Office (GAO) related to the Federal Emergency
Management Agency's use of advance contracting to carry out its
responsibilities. Specifically, in the report, ``2017 Disaster
Contracting: Action Needed to Better Ensure More Effective Use
and Management of Advance Contracts''' (GAO-19-93), GAO
recommended that FEMA: update its strategy and guidance to
clarify the use of advance contracts, improve the timelines of
its acquisition planning activities, revise its methodology for
reporting disaster contracting actions to congressional
committees, and provide more consistent guidance and
information to contracting officers to coordinate with and
encourage states and localities to establish advance contracts.
Legislative History
S. 979
S. 979 was introduced in the Senate by Mr. Rubio, Mr.
Johnson, Mr. Peters, and Mr. Tillis on April 2, 2019, and
referred to the Senate Committee on Homeland Security and
Governmental Affairs.
The Senate Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental
Affairs considered S. 979 on June 19, 2019, and ordered the
measure to be reported to the Senate with an amendment
favorably.
The Senate Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental
Affairs reported S. 979 to the Senate on September 10, 2019, as
S. Rpt. 116-84.
The Senate considered S. 979 on November 7, 2019, and
passed the measure, amended, by unanimous consent.
S. 979 was received in the House on November 8, 2019, and
referred to the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure.
Within the Committee, S. 979 was referred to the Subcommittee
on Economic Development, Public Buildings and Emergency
Management.
The House considered S. 979 under Suspension of the Rules
on December 18, 2020, and passed the measure by a \2/3\ record
vote of 386 yeas and 1 nay (Roll Call Vote No. 246). Clearing
the measure for the President.
S. 979 was presented to the President on December 21, 2020.
The President is expected to sign S. 979 into law. However,
no official action occurred prior to filing of this report.
H.R. 3500
H.R. 3500 was introduced in the House on June 27, 2019, by
Mr. Thompson of Mississippi and referred to the Committee on
Transportation and Infrastructure. Within the Committee, H.R.
3500 was referred to the Subcommittee on Economic Development,
Public Buildings and Emergency Management.
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Secure Federal LEASEs Act Secure Federal Leases from Espionage And
Suspicious Entanglements Act
S. 1869
To require the disclosure of ownership of high-security space
leased to accommodate a Federal agency, and for other purposes.
Summary
S. 1869, the Secure Federal Leases from Espionage And
Suspicious Entanglements Act, requires entities entering into
lease agreements with the Federal Government for high-security
space to identify ownership information of the property. It
also requires Federal lessees to include provisions in high-
security leases limiting access to property owners except when
allowed by Federal tenants.
Legislative History
S. 1869 was introduced in the Senate on June 13, 2019, by
Mr. Peters and Mr. Portman and referred to the Senate Committee
on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs.
The Senate Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental
Affairs considered S. 1869 on June 19, 2019, and ordered the
measure to be reported to the Senate with an Amendment in the
Nature of a Substitute, favorably.
The Senate Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental
Affairs report filed on September 10, 2019 as S. Rpt. 116-92.
The Senate considered S. 1869 on March 3, 2020, and passed
the measure by unanimous consent, amended.
S. 1869 was received in the House on March 4, 2020, and
referred to the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure.
Within the Committee, S. 1869 was referred to the Subcommittee
on Economic Development, Public Buildings, and Emergency
Management.
The House considered S. 1869 under Suspension of the Rules
on November 17, 2020, and passed the measure, amended, by voice
vote.
S. 1869 was received in the Senate on November 18, 2020,
and held at the Desk.
The Senate agreed to S. Con. Res. 51 correcting the
enrollment of S. 1869 on December 8, 2020, by unanimous
consent. The Senate concurred in the House amendment to S. 1869
on December 8, 2020, by unanimous consent.
S. Con. Res. 51 was received in the House and held at the
Desk. The House agreed to S. Con. Res. 51 correcting the
enrollment of S. 1869 on December 10, 2020, was agreed to by
unanimous consent. Clearing the measure for the President.
S. 1869 was presented to the President on December 21,
2020.
The President is expected to sign S. 1869 into law.
However, no official action occurred prior to filing of this
report.
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Drone Advisory Committee for the 21st Century Act
S. 2730
To establish and ensure an inclusive and transparent Drone
Advisory Committee.
Summary
The Drone Advisory Committee (DAC) is a Federal Advisory
Committee within the Federal Aviation Administration to advise
on issues relating to unmanned aircraft systems within the
national airspace. S. 2730 established a sense of Congress that
the DAC encourage openness in regard to its meetings and
additional sectors to be represented within the committee,
including county and tribal governments as well agricultural
and rural interests.
Legislative History
S. 2730 was introduced in the Senate on October 29, 2019,
by Mr. Peters, Mr. Thune, and Mr. Roberts and referred to the
Senate Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation.
The Senate Committee on Commerce, Science, and
Transportation considered S. 2730 on December 11, 2019, and
ordered the measure to be reported, amended, favorably.
The Senate Committee on Commerce, Science, and
Transportation report filed on September 30, 2020, as S. Rpt.
116-272.
The Senate considered S. 2730 on December 10, 2020, and
passed the measure, amended, by unanimous consent.
S. 2730 was received in the House on December 14, 2020, and
held at the Desk.
The House considered S. 2730 under Suspension of the Rules
on December 18, 2020, and passed the measure by voice vote.
Clearing the measure for the President.
S. 2730 was presented to the President on December 21, 2020
The President is expected to sign S. 2730 into law.
However, no official action occurred prior to filing of this
report.
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MEASURES BETWEEN HOUSES
Water Resources Development Act of 2020
S. 1811 (H.R. 7575)
A bill to provide for improvements to the rivers and harbors of
the United States, to provide for the conservation and
development of water and related resources, and for other
purposes.
Summary
As introduced, S. 1811 provides technical corrections to
the America's Water Infrastructure Act of 2018 (AWIA). Among
other things, AWIA authorized Federal funding for water
infrastructure projects, assisted local communities in
complying with the Clean Water Act, and reduced flooding risks
for communities.
As passed by the House, S. 1811, includes H.R. 7575, the
Water Resources Development Act of 2020. The measure authorizes
the United States Army Corps of Engineers (Corps) to carry out
water resources development activities for the Nation, usually
through cost-shared partnerships with non-Federal sponsors.
Activities include projects or studies to address river and
coastal navigation, the reduction of flood and hurricane storm
damage risks, shoreline protection, water supply and
conservation, the restoration and protection of ecosystems and
the environment, and disaster response and recovery.
Legislative History
S. 1811, A bill to make technical corrections to the
America's Water Infrastructure Act of 2018, and for other
purposes, was introduced in the Senate on June 12, 2019, by Mr.
Barrasso, and Mr. Carper and referred to the Senate Committee
on Environment and Public Works.
On July 10, 2019, the Senate discharged the Subcommittee on
Environment and Public Works and passed S. 1811 without
amendment, by voice vote.
S. 1811 was received in the House on July 11, 2019, and
referred to the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure,
and in addition to the Committee on Natural Resources, for a
period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker. Within the
Committee, S. 1811 was referred to the Subcommittee on Water
Resources and Environment.
The Chair of the Committee on Natural Resources sent a
letter to the Chair of the Committee on Transportation and
Infrastructure on December 4, 2020, agreeing that, in order to
expedite consideration on the House Floor, the Committee on
Natural Resources would wave further consideration of S. 1811.
On that same date, the Chair of the Committee on Transportation
and Infrastructure responded, acknowledging the jurisdictional
interests of the Committee on Natural Resources and the
agreement to waive further consideration.
The House considered S. 1811 under Suspension of the Rules
on December 8, 2020, and passed the measure, amended, by voice
vote. The title was amended so as to read: ``A bill to provide
for improvements to the rivers and harbors of the United
States, to provide for the conservation and development of
water and related resources, and for other purposes.''
S. 1811 was received in the Senate on December 9, 2020, and
held at the Desk.
S. 1811 (H.R. 7575) was included in Division AA of H.R.
133. See action on H.R. 133 listed above.
H.R. 7575
H.R. 7575, the Water Resources Development Act of 2020, was
adopted as an Amendment in the Nature of a Substitute to S.
1811 as passed the House. For prior action on H.R. 7575 see
discussion listed below.
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MEASURES PASSED THE HOUSE
Moving Forward Act (INVEST in America Act)
H.R. 2 (H.R. 7095 / H.R. 169, H.R. 358, H.R. 543, H.R. 709, H.R. 839,
H.R. 879, H.R. 1139, H.R. 1159, H.R. 1400, H.R. 1497, H.R. 1511, H.R.
1667, H.R. 1748, H.R. 1849, H.R. 2055, H.R. 2218, H.R. 2416, H.R. 2449,
H.R. 2475, H.R. 2520, H.R. 2542, H.R. 2616, H.R. 2692, H.R. 2723, H.R.
2726, H.R. 2838, H.R. 3040, H.R. 3193, H.R. 3383, H.R. 3437, H.R. 3593,
H.R. 3663, H.R. 3773, H.R. 3779, H.R. 3781, H.R. 3822, H.R. 3896, H.R.
3959, H.R. 4110, H.R. 4306, H.R. 4307, H.R. 4309, H.R. 4531, H.R. 4614,
H.R. 4687, H.R. 4697, H.R. 4791, H.R. 4819, H.R. 4828, H.R. 4871, H.R.
4896, H.R. 5117, H.R. 5118, H.R. 5145, H.R. 5231, H.R. 5234, H.R. 5255,
H.R. 5334, H.R. 5354, H.R. 5503, H.R. 5508, H.R. 5641, H.R. 5676, H.R.
5696, H.R. 5731, H.R. 5770, H.R. 5871, H.R. 5891, H.R. 5903, H.R. 5947,
H.R. 6032, H.R. 6101, H.R. 6104, H.R. 6156, H.R. 6184, H.R. 6223, H.R.
6224, H.R. 6225, H.R. 6248, H.R. 6452, H.R. 6463, H.R. 6464, H.R. 6478,
H.R. 6575, H.R. 6606, H.R. 6747, H.R. 6770, H.R. 6780, H.R. 6898, H.R.
7038, H.R. 7050, H.R. 7097, H.R. 7151 , H.R. 7205, H.R. 7214, H.R.
7223, H.R. 7250)
To authorize funds for Federal-aid highways, highway safety
programs, and transit programs.
Summary
The Moving Forward Act authorizes $60 billion for passenger
rail programs and $347 million for hazardous materials programs
for Fiscal Years 2021 through 2025.
Division C of the bill repeals the current prohibition on
the Federal Aviation Administration from establishing lithium
battery safety standards for aircraft; and requires the
Department of Transportation to conduct extensive safety
evaluations before allowing railroads to transport liquefied
natural gas by rail tank car.
Division D of the bill increases rail investment by more
than five times that of the Fixing America's Surface
Transportation Act (FAST Act) (Pub. L. 114-94) levels,
authorizing funds to address the state of good repair backlog
in rail infrastructure, establish new intercity passenger rail
routes, continue Amtrak's passenger rail service, and expand
commuter rail. The bill also improves railroad safety, studies
the impacts of current industry practices, and sets higher
safety standards across the railroad industry.
H.R. 2 establishes or reauthorizes grant programs to fund
rail infrastructure throughout the country. The bill
establishes a new Passenger Rail Improvement, Modernization,
and Expansion (PRIME) grant program devoted to passenger rail
projects that improve the state of good repair, optimize
performance, and expand intercity rail passenger
transportation. The legislation reauthorizes the Consolidated
Rail Infrastructure and Safety Improvements (CRISI) grant
program and expands CRISI to new project eligibilities and
applicants. Finally, the bill authorizes $150 million over five
years to help pay credit risk premiums for certain borrowers
under the Railroad Rehabilitation and Improvement Financing
(RRIF) program and $70 million to refund the credit risk
premiums of certain past loans.
This measure authorizes $29.3 billion over five years for
Amtrak ($13.1 billion for the NEC and $16.2 billion for the
National Network) to address the state of good repair backlog
and facilitate the development of new state-supported routes.
The bill authorizes higher funding levels for Amtrak and its
State partners in fiscal years 2021 and 2022 to offset
decreased ridership and revenue costs caused by the COVID-19
health crisis.
Finally, H.R. 2 establishes a new grade separation grant
program at $2.5 billion over five years. It also implements
National Transportation Safety Board recommendations issued in
response to the December 2017 Amtrak derailment near DuPont,
Washington, addresses blocked crossings, and revises the
Federal Railroad Administration waiver and accident
investigation process. It further requires that freight trains,
with limited exceptions, must have a certified engineer and
conductor, and sets standards for railroad workers performing
train or dispatching service in the United States.
Legislative History
H.R. 2, was introduced in the House on June 11, 2020, by
Mr. DeFazio, Ms. Norton, and Mr. Lipinski and referred to the
Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. Within the
Committee, H.R. 2 was referred to the Subcommittee on Highways
and Transit and the Subcommittee on Railroads, Pipelines, and
Hazardous Materials.
The Chair discharged the Subcommittee the Subcommittee on
Highways and Transit and the Subcommittee on Railroads,
Pipelines, and Hazardous Materials from further consideration
of H.R. 2 on June 17, 2020.
On June 17 and 18, 2020, the Committee on Transportation
and Infrastructure met in open session, to consider H.R. 2. The
Committee ordered the bill, as amended, to be reported to the
House with a favorable recommendation, by voice vote.
The Committee reported H.R. 2 to the House on June 26,
2020, as H. Rpt. 116-437.
The Committee on Rules met on June 29, 2020, and granted a
structured Rule providing for the consideration of H.R. 2. Rule
filed in the House as H. Res. 1028, H. Rpt. 116-438. The Rule
provided for the consideration of H.R. 2 with 2 hours of
general debate; the previous question shall be considered as
ordered without intervening motions except motion to recommit
with or without instructions; the measure will be considered as
read; and specified amendments are made in order.
The House considered H. Res. 1028 as a privileged matter on
June 30, 2020, and adopted the Rule by a record vote of 222
yeas and 183 nays (Roll no. 131).
The House considered H.R. 2 under the provisions of H. Res.
1028 on June 30 and July 1, 2020. During Floor consideration,
the House considered the following en bloc amendments as
provided by the Rule: en bloc amendment 1 offered by Mr.
DeFazio, adopted by a record vote of 229 yeas and 189 nays
(Roll No. 132); en bloc amendment 2 offered by Mr. Lipinksi,
adopted by voice vote; en bloc amendment 3 offered by Mr.
Pallone, adopted by a record vote of 234 yeas and 178 nays
(Roll No. 133); en bloc amendment 4 offered by Mr. DeFazio,
adopted by voice vote; en bloc amendment 4 offered by Ms.
Waters, adopted by voice vote; en bloc amendment 5 offered by
Mr. Graves of Missouri, not adopted by a record vote of 179
yeas and 241 nays (Roll No. 134).
A motion to recommit with instructions to the Committee on
Transportation and Infrastructure was agreed to by a record
vote of 224 yeas and 193 nays (Roll No. 137). The House passed
H.R. 2, as amended by a record vote of 233 yeas and 188 nays
(Roll No. 138).
H.R. 7095
H.R. 7095, the Investing in a New Vision for the
Environment and Surface Transportation in America Act, was
introduced in the House on June 4, 2020, by Mr. DeFazio, Ms.
Norton, and Mr. Lipinski and referred to the Committee on
Transportation and Infrastructure. Within the Committee, H.R.
7095 was referred to the Subcommittee on Highways and Transit
and the Subcommittee on Railroads, Pipelines, and Hazardous
Materials.
H.R. 7095 was re-introduced on June 11, 2020, as H.R. 2.
H.R. 169
H.R. 169, the Driver and Officer Safety Education Act, was
introduced in the House on January 3, 2019, by Mr. Green of
Texas, Mr. Hastings, Ms. Clarke of New York, Ms. Moore, and Mr.
Johnson of Georgia and referred to the Committee on
Transportation and Infrastructure. Within the Committee, H.R.
169 was referred to the Subcommittee on Highways and Transit.
The text of H.R. 169 was included in section 3007 of H.R. 2
as introduced.
H.R. 358
H.R. 358, the California New River Restoration Act of 2019,
was introduced in the House on January 9, 2019, by Mr. Vargas
and referred to the Committee on Natural Resources, and the
Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. Within the
Committee, H.R. 358 was referred to the Subcommittee on Water
Resources and Environment.
H.R. 358 was included in Division F of Title VII of H.R. 2
as passed by the House.
H.R. 543
The text of H.R. 543, a bill to require the Federal
Railroad Administration to provide appropriate congressional
notice of comprehensive safety assessments conducted with
respect to intercity or commuter rail passenger transportation,
was included in section 9505 of H.R. 2 during House
consideration. For prior action, see legislative history below.
H.R. 839
H.R. 839, the National Multimodal Freight Network
Improvement Act, was introduced in the House on January 29,
2019, by Ms. Brownley of California, and Mr. Cuellar and
referred to the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure.
Within the Committee, H.R. 839 was referred to the Subcommittee
on Highways and Transit.
The text of H.R. 839 was included in section 6003 of H.R. 2
as introduced.
H.R. 1400
H.R. 1400, the Horse Transportation Safety Act of 2019, was
introduced in the House on February 27, 2019, by Mr. Cohen, and
42 original cosponsors and referred to the Committee on
Transportation and Infrastructure. Within the Committee, H.R.
1400 was referred to the Subcommittee on Highways and Transit.
Provisions of H.R. 1400 were included in section 4406 of
H.R. 2 as introduced.
H.R. 1497
H.R. 1497, the Water Quality Protection and Job Creation
Act of 2019, was included in section 22101 of H.R. 2 during
House consideration. For prior action, see legislative history
below.
H.R. 1511
H.R. 1511, the Stop Underrides Act, was introduced in the
House on March 5, 2019, by Mr. Cohen and Mr. DeSaulnier and
referred to the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure.
Within the Committee, H.R. 1511 was referred to the
Subcommittee on Highways and Transit.
Provisions of H.R. 1511 were included in section 4405 of
H.R. 2 as introduced.
H.R. 1667
H.R. 1667, the Preventing Doomsday Act, was introduced in
the House on March 11, 2019, by Mr. Gottheimer and Mr. King of
New York and referred to the Committee on Transportation and
Infrastructure. Within the Committee, H.R. 1667 was referred to
the Subcommittee on Railroads, Pipelines, and Hazardous
Materials.
Provisions of H.R. 1667 were included in section 9107 of
H.R. 2 during House consideration.
H.R. 1849
H.R. 1849, the Transportation Funding Fairness Act, was
introduced in the House on March 21, 2019, by Mr. Malinowski
and 11 original cosponsors and referred to the Committee on
Transportation and Infrastructure. Within the Committee, H.R.
1849 was referred to the Subcommittee on Railroads, Pipelines,
and Hazardous Materials.
Provisions of H.R. 1849 were included in section 7001 of
H.R. 2 as introduced.
H.R. 2218
H.R. 2218, the Stop for School Buses Act of 2019, was
introduced in the House on April 10, 2019, by Mrs. Walorski and
Ms. Brownley of California and referred to the Committee on
Transportation and Infrastructure; and the Committee on
Education and Labor. Within the Committee, H.R. 2218 was
referred to the Subcommittee on Highways and Transit.
The text of H.R. 2218 was included in section 4402 of H.R.
2 as introduced.
H.R. 2220
H.R. 2220, the I-14 Expansion and Improvement Act of 2019,
was introduced in the House on April 10, 2019, by Mr. Babin and
10 cosponsors and referred to the Committee on Transportation
and Infrastructure. Within the Committee, H.R. 2220 was
referred to the Subcommittee on Highways and Transit.
The text of H.R. 2220 was included in section 106 of H.R. 2
during House consideration.
H.R. 2449
H.R. 2449, the Railroad Yardmaster Protection Act of 2019,
was introduced in the House on May 1, 2019, by Mr. Carbajal and
referred to the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure.
Within the Committee, H.R. 2449 was referred to the
Subcommittee on Railroads, Pipelines, and Hazardous Materials.
The text of H.R. 2449 was included in section 9511 of H.R.
2 during House consideration.
H.R. 2475
H.R. 2475, the Revitalizing American Priorities for
Infrastructure Development Act, was introduced in the House on
May 2, 2019, by Mr. Allred and Mr. Gallagher and referred to
the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. Within the
Committee, H.R. 2475 was referred to the Subcommittee on
Highways and Transit.
The text of H.R. 2475 was included in section 7001 of H.R.
2 as introduced.
H.R. 2616
H.R. 2616, the Clean Corridors Act of 2019, was introduced
in the House on May 9, 2019, by Mr. DeSaulnier, Ms. Porter, and
Mr. Rouda and referred to the Committee on Transportation and
Infrastructure. Within the Committee, H.R. 2616 was referred to
the Subcommittee on Highways and Transit.
Provisions of H.R. 2616 were included in section 1303 of
H.R. 2 as introduced.
H.R. 2726
H.R. 2726, the Banning Smoking on Amtrak Act of 2019, was
included in section 9208 of H.R. 2 during House consideration.
For prior action, see legislative history below.
H.R. 3193
H.R. 3193, the Transportation Emergency Relief Funds
Availability Act, was introduced in the House on June 11, 2019,
by Mr. Garamendi and 24 original cosponsors was referred to the
Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. Within the
Committee, H.R. 3193 was referred to the Subcommittee on
Highways and Transit.
The text of H.R. 3193 was included in section 1203 and 2110
of H.R. 2 during House consideration.
H.R. 3437
H.R. 3437, the Saving Transit Art Resources Act, was
introduced in the House on June 24, 2019, by Ms. Adams, Ms.
Pingree, Mr. Kilmer, Mr. Blumenauer, Ms. Titus, and Mr.
Grijalva, and referred to the Committee on Transportation and
Infrastructure. Within the Committee, H.R. 3437 was referred to
the Subcommittee on Highways and Transit.
The text of H.R. 3437 was included in section 2103 of H.R.
2 as introduced.
H.R. 3773
H.R. 3773, the Safe Roads Act of 2019, was introduced in
the House on July 16, 2019, by Mr. Johnson of Georgia, Mr.
Garcia of Illinois, and Mrs. Watson Coleman and referred to the
Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure; and the
Committee on Energy and Commerce. Within the Committee, H.R.
3773 was referred to the Subcommittee on Highways and Transit.
Provisions of H.R. 3773 were included in section 4404 of
H.R. 2 as introduced.
H.R. 3779
The text of H.R. 3779, the Resilience Revolving Loan Fund
Act of 2019, was included in Division F, of Title III, Secs.
23001 of H.R. 2 as considered by the House. For prior action,
see legislative history below.
H.R. 3959
H.R. 3959, the School Bus Safety Act of 2019, was
introduced in the House on July 25, 2019, by Mr. Cohen and
referred to the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure;
and the Committee on Education and Labor. Within the Committee,
H.R. 3959 was referred to the Subcommittee on Highways and
Transit.
Provisions of H.R. 3959 were included in section 4401 of
H.R. 2 as introduced.
H.R. 4110
H.R. 4110, the Helping Communities Invest in Infrastructure
Act, was introduced in the House on July 30, 2019, by Ms.
Finkenauer and Mr. Stauber and referred to the Committee on
Transportation and Infrastructure. Within the Committee, H.R.
4110 was referred to the Subcommittee on Highways and Transit.
The text of H.R. 4110 was included in section 6007 and 7001
of H.R. 2 as introduced.
H.R. 4306
H.R. 4306, the Protecting Communities from Liquefied
Natural Gas Trains Act, was introduced in the House on
September 12, 2019, by Mr. DeFazio and Mr. Malinowski and
referred to the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure.
Within the Committee, H.R. 4306 was referred to the
Subcommittee on Railroads, Pipelines, and Hazardous Materials.
H.R. 4306 was included in section 8202 of H.R. 2 during
House consideration.
H.R. 4309
H.R. 4309, the Barriers to Suicide Act of 2019, was
introduced in the House on September 12, 2019, by Mr. Beyer,
Mr. Katko, and Mrs. Napolitano and referred to the Committee on
Transportation and Infrastructure. Within the Committee, H.R.
4309 was referred to the Subcommittee on Highways and Transit
and the Subcommittee on Railroads, Pipelines, and Hazardous
Materials.
Provisions of H.R. 4309 were included in section 1201 and
1205 of H.R. 2 as introduced.
H.R. 4531
H.R. 4531, the State And Federal Electronic Data Records to
Improve Vehicle-operator Eligibility Reporting Systems Act of
2019, was introduced in the House on September 26, 2019, by Mr.
Moulton and referred to the Committee on Transportation and
Infrastructure. Within the Committee, H.R. 4531 was referred to
the Subcommittee on Highways and Transit.
The text of H.R. 4531 was included in section 3007 of H.R.
2 as introduced.
H.R. 4614
H.R. 4614, the AMBER Alert Nationwide Act of 2019, was
introduced in the House on October 4, 2019, by Mr. Sablan and
Mrs. Radewagen and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary;
and the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. Within
the Committee, H.R. 4614 was referred to the Subcommittee on
Aviation; the Subcommittee on Highways and Transit; and the
Subcommittee on Coast Guard and Maritime Transportation.
Provisions of H.R. 4614 were included in section 1623 of
H.R. 2 during House consideration. H.R. 4614 was also included
in H.R. 6395.
H.R. 4697
H.R. 4697, the End the Limo Loophole Act, was introduced in
the House on October 16, 2019, by Mr. Delgado, Mr. Tonko, and
Ms. Stefanik and referred to the Committee on Transportation
and Infrastructure. Within the Committee, H.R. 4697 was
referred to the Subcommittee on Highways and Transit.
Provisions of H.R. 4697 were included in sections 4301 and
4403 of H.R. 2 as introduced.
H.R. 4791
H.R. 4791, the Neighborhood Noise Barriers Act of 2019, was
introduced in the House on October 22, 2019, by Mr. Lewis and
referred to the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure.
Within the Committee, H.R. 4791 was referred to the
Subcommittee on Highways and Transit.
The text of H.R. 4791 was included in section 1217 during
House consideration.
H.R. 4828
Provisions of H.R. 4828, the Sport Fish Restoration and
Recreational Boating Safety Act of 2019, were included in
section 24001 of H.R. 2 during House consideration. For prior
action, see legislative history below.
H.R. 4896
H.R. 4896, the Advancing Infrastructure Development in
Appalachia Act, was introduced in the House on October 29,
2019, by Mr. Mooney of West Virginia, Mr. Trone, Mrs. Miller,
and Mr. McKinley and referred to the Committee on
Transportation and Infrastructure. Within the Committee, H.R.
4896 was referred to the Subcommittee on Economic Development,
Public Buildings, and Emergency Management.
Provisions of H.R. 4896 were adopted during Committee
consideration of H.R. 2, but were removed during House
consideration.
H.R. 5117
H.R. 5117, the Rebuilding Our Communities by Keeping
aggregates Sustainable Act, was introduced in the House on
November 15, 2019, by Mr. Stanton and Mr. Balderson, and
referred to the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure.
Within the Committee, H.R. 5117 was referred to the
Subcommittee on Water Resources and Environment.
Provisions of H.R. 5117 were included in section 1615 of
H.R. 2 as introduced.
H.R. 5118
H.R. 5118, the Promoting Service in Transportation Act, was
introduced in the House on November 15, 2019, by Mr. Larsen of
Washington, Mr. Young, and Ms. Craig and referred to the
Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. Within the
Committee, H.R. 5118 was referred to the Subcommittee on
Aviation; the Subcommittee on Highways and Transit; and the
Subcommittee on Railroads, Pipelines, and Hazardous Materials.
The text of H.R. 5118 was included in section 5503 of H.R.
2 during House consideration.
H.R. 5145
H.R. 5145, the Promoting Women in Trucking Workforce Act,
was introduced in the House on November 18, 2019, by Mr.
Gallagher and referred to the Committee on Transportation and
Infrastructure. Within the Committee, H.R. 5145 was referred to
the Subcommittee on Highways and Transit.
The text of H.R. 5145 was included in section 4309 of H.R.
2 during House consideration.
H.R. 5231
H.R. 5231, the Transportation Alternatives Enhancements
Act, was introduced in the House on November 21, 2019, by Mr.
Espaillat and Mr. Larsen of Washington and referred to the
Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. Within the
Committee, H.R. 5231 was referred to the Subcommittee on
Highways and Transit.
Provisions of H.R. 5231 were included in section 1206 of
H.R. 2 as introduced.
H.R. 5234
H.R. 5234, the Motorcycle Advisory Council Reauthorization
Act, as introduced in the House on November 21, 2019, by Mr.
Gallagher, Mr. Pappas, Mr. Rouda, and Mr. Balderson; and
referred to the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure.
Within the Committee, H.R. 5234 was referred to the
Subcommittee on Highways and Transit.
The text of H.R. 5234 was included in section 3013 of H.R.
2 during House consideration.
H.R. 5503
H.R. 5503, the The Commuter Parkway Safety and Reliability
Act, was introduced in the House on December 19, 2019, by Mr.
Brown of Maryland, Ms. Norton, Mr. Ruppersberger, Mr. Beyer,
and Mr. Raskin and referred to the Committee on Transportation
and Infrastructure. Within the Committee, H.R. 5503 was
referred to the Subcommittee on Highways and Transit.
Provisions of H.R. 5503 were included in section 1504 of
H.R. 2 as introduced.
H.R. 5508
H.R. 5508, the Transportation Megaprojects Accountability
and Oversight Act of 2019, was introduced in the House on
December 19, 2019, by Mr. DeSaulnier and referred to the
Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. Within the
Committee, H.R. 5508 was referred to the Subcommittee on
Highways and Transit.
The text of H.R. 5508 was included in section 1106 of H.R.
2 as introduced.
H.R. 5641
H.R. 5641, the Incentivizing Value Capture for Greener
Transportation Act, was introduced in the House on January 16,
2020, by Mr. DeSaulnier and referred to the Committee on
Transportation and Infrastructure. Within the Committee, H.R.
5641 was referred to the Subcommittee on Highways and Transit.
The text of H.R. 5641 included in section 2701 of H.R. 2
during House consideration.
H.R. 5731
H.R. 5731, the Transportation Funding Accountability and
Transparency Act, was introduced in the House on January 30,
2020, by Mr. Malinowski, Mr. Sires, and Mr. Payne, and referred
to the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. Within
the Committee, H.R. 5731 was referred to the Subcommittee on
Highways and Transit.
The text of H.R. 5731 was included in section 2911 of H.R.
2 as introduced.
H.R. 5871
H.R. 5871, the Natural Infrastructure and Resilience Act,
was introduced in the House on February 12, 2020, by Mr.
Malinowski, Mr. Gaetz, Mr. Rooney of Florida, and Mr. Sires and
referred to the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure.
Within the Committee, H.R. 5871 was referred to the
Subcommittee on Highways and Transit.
Provisions of H.R. 5871 were included in sections 1103,
1201, 1202, and 1205 of H.R. 2 as introduced.
H.R. 5891
H.R. 5891, the Safe Routes to School Expansion Act, was
introduced in the House on February 13, 2020, by Mr. Brown of
Maryland and seven original cosponsors and referred to the
Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. Within the
Committee, H.R. 5891 was referred to the Subcommittee on
Highways and Transit.
Provisions of H.R. 5891 were included in section 1215 of
H.R. 2 as introduced.
H.R. 5903
H.R. 5903, the Transit Revitalization And Infrastructure
Needs Act, as introduced in the House on February 13, 2020, by
Mr. McAdams and Mr. Curtis; and referred to the Committee on
Transportation and Infrastructure. Within the Committee, H.R.
5903 was referred to the Subcommittee on Highways and Transit.
Provisions of H.R. 5903 were included in section 2911 of
H.R. 2 as introduced.
H.R. 5947
H.R. 5947, the Invest in American Railroads Act, was
introduced in the House on February 21, 2020, by Ms. Kuster of
New Hampshire, Mr. Smucker, and Mr. Pappas and referred to the
Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. Within the
Committee, H.R. 5947 was referred to the Subcommittee on
Railroads, Pipelines, and Hazardous Materials.
Provisions of H.R. 5947 were included in section 9104 of
H.R. 2 during House consideration.
H.R. 6104
H.R. 6104, the Truck Parking Safety Improvement Act, was
introduced in the House on March 5, 2020, by Mr. Bost and Ms.
Craig and referred to the Committee on Transportation and
Infrastructure. Within the Committee, H.R. 6104 was referred to
the Subcommittee on Highways and Transit.
Provisions of H.R. 6104 were included in section 1308 of
H.R. 2 as introduced.
H.R. 6248
H.R. 6248, the Disability Access to Transportation Act, was
introduced in the House on March 12, 2020, by Mr. Langevin, Ms.
Titus, and Mr. Katko and referred to the Committee on
Transportation and Infrastructure. Within the Committee, H.R.
6248 was referred to the Subcommittee on Highways and Transit.
Provisions of H.R. 6248 were included in sections 1606 and
2205 of H.R. 2 as introduced.
H.R. 6452
H.R. 6452, the Railroad Rehabilitation and Improvement
Financing Equity Act, was introduced in the House on April 3,
2020, by Mr. Perlmutter, Mr. Buck, Mr. Crow, Ms. DeGette, and
Mr. Neguse and referred to the Committee on Transportation and
Infrastructure. Within the Committee, H.R. 6452 was referred to
the Subcommittee on Railroads, pipelines, and Hazardous
Materials.
Provisions of H.R. 6452 were included in section 9104 of
H.R. 2 during House consideration.
H.R. 6478
H.R. 6478, the Public Transit Safety Program Improvement
Act, was introduced in the House on April 10, 2020, by Mr.
Brown of Maryland, Mr. Malinowski, and Mr. Lynch and referred
to the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. Within
the Committee, H.R. 6478 was referred to the Subcommittee on
Highways and Transit.
The text of H.R. 6478 was included in section 2602 of H.R.
2 as introduced.
H.R. 6575
H.R. 6575, the National Transit Workforce Training Act of
2020, was introduced in the House on April 21, 2020, by Mr.
Brown of Maryland and nine cosponsors and referred to the
Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. Within the
Committee, H.R. 6575 was referred to the Subcommittee on
Highways and Transit.
The text of H.R. 6575 was included in section 2601 of H.R.
2 as introduced.
H.R. 6747
H.R. 6747, the Rural Transportation Improvement Act, was
introduced in the House on May 8, 2020, by Mr. Delgado and
referred to the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure.
Within the Committee, H.R. 6747 was referred to the
Subcommittee on Highways and Transit.
Provisions of H.R. 6747 were included in section 2101 of
H.R. 2 as introduced.
H.R. 6898
H.R. 6898, the Innovative Materials for America's Growth
and Infrastructure Newly Expanded Act of 2020, was introduced
in the House on May 15, 2020, by Mr. Cicilline, Mr. Rodney
Davis of Illinois, Mr. Larsen of Washington, Mr. Young, and Mr.
Posey, and referred to the Committee on Transportation and
Infrastructure; the Committee on Science, Space, and
Technology; and the Committee on Energy and Commerce. Within
the Committee, H.R. 6898 was referred to the Subcommittee on
Highways and transit; the Subcommittee on Water Resources and
Environment; and the Subcommittee on Railroads, Pipelines, and
Hazardous Materials.
Provisions of H.R. 6898 were included in sections 5112 and
5109 of H.R. 2 during House consideration.
H.R. 7038
H.R. 7038, the Captive Commuter Toll Relief Act, was
introduced in the House on May 27, 2020, by Mr. Rose of New
York and referred to the Committee on Transportation and
Infrastructure. Within the Committee, H.R. 7038 was referred to
the Subcommittee on Highways and Transit.
The text of H.R. 7038 was included in section 1110 of H.R.
2 as introduced.
H.R. 7095
H.R. 7095, the Investing in a New Vision for the
Environment and Surface Transportation in America Act was
introduced in the House on June 4, 2020, by Mr. DeFazio, Ms.
Norton, and Mr. Lipinski and referred to the Committee on
Transportation and Infrastructure. Within the Committee, H.R.
7095 was referred to the Subcommittee on Highways and Transit
and the Subcommittee on Railroads, Pipelines, and Hazardous
Materials.
H.R. 7095 was re-introduced on June 11, 2020, as H.R. 2.
H.R. 7097
H.R. 7097, the Stop Swaps, Protect Local Jobs Act, was
introduced in the House on June 4, 2020, by Ms. Finkenauer and
referred to the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure.
Within the Committee, H.R. 7097 was referred to the
Subcommittee on Highways and Transit.
The text of H.R. 7097 was included in section 1106 of H.R.
2 as introduced.
H.R. 7151
H.R. 7151, the Ports-to-Plains Highway Act of 2020, was
introduced in the House on June 11, 2020, by Mr. Arrington, Mr.
Cuellar, Ms. Granger, Mr. Thornberry, and Mr. Lujan and
referred to the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure.
Within the Committee, H.R. 5151 was referred to the
Subcommittee on Highways and Transit.
Provisions of H.R. 7151 were included in section 1642
during House consideration.
H.R. 7214
H.R. 7214, the Surface Transportation Research and
Development Act of 2020, as introduced in the House on June 15,
2020, by Ms. Johnson of Texas, Mr. Lucas, Mr. Lipinski, Mr.
Weber of Texas, and Ms. Stevens and referred to the Committee
on Science, Space, and Technology; and the Committee on
Transportation and Infrastructure. Within the Committee, H.R.
7214 was referred to the Subcommittee on Highways and Transit.
Provisions H.R. 7214 were included in sections 5110, 5111,
5309, and 5504 during House consideration.
H.R. 7250
H.R. 7250, the Farm-to-Market Road Repair Act of 2020, was
introduced in the House on June 18, 2020, by Mr. Hastings and
referred to the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure.
Within the Committee, H.R. 7250 was referred to the
Subcommittee on Highways and Transit.
Provisions of H.R. 7250 were included in section 1205
during House consideration.
H.R. 7426
H.R. 7426, the Ohio River Basin Preparedness Act, was
introduced in the House on June 30, 2020, by Mr. Lamb, Mr.
Michael F. Doyle of Pennsylvania, and Mr. Ryan and referred to
the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure; the
Committee on Energy and Commerce; the Committee on Financial
Services; the Committee on Agriculture; and the Committee on
Natural Resources. Within the Committee, H.R. 7426 was referred
to the Subcommittee on Water Resources and Environment.
H.R. 7426 was included in Division G, Title III, Subtitle E
of H.R. 2 as passed by the House.
Provisions relating to the following measures were included
within H.R. 2 as follows:
H.R. 879, the Support Local Transportation Act, were
included in section 1205 of H.R. 2 during House consideration.
H.R. 1139, the Transit Worker and Pedestrian Protection
Act, were included in sections 2104 and 2602 of H.R. 2 as
introduced.
H.R. 1159, the Innovative Materials for America's Growth
and Infrastructure Newly Expanded Act of 2019, were included in
section 5109 of H.R. 2 during House consideration.
H.R. 1748, the Safe Freight Act of 2019, were included in
section 9509 of H.R. 2 during House consideration.
H.R. 2055, the An Act Targeting Resources to Communities in
Need, were included in section 2502 of H.R. 2 as introduced.
H.R. 2416, the States Afforded Funding Extensions To Oppose
Driving Recklessly In Vehicular Engagements Act, were included
in section 3006 of H.R. 2 as introduced.
H.R. 2520, the Metro Accountability and Investment Act,
were included in section 2901 of H.R. 2 as introduced.
H.R. 2542, the Preparing Localities for an Autonomous and
Connected Environment Act, were included in section 5303 of
H.R. 2 as introduced.
H.R. 2692, the Broadband Conduit Deployment Act of 2019,
were included in section 1603 of H.R. 2 as introduced.
H.R. 2723, the National Multimodal and Sustainable Freight
Infrastructure Act, were included in sections 6002, 6004, 6005,
and 6006 of H.R. 2 as introduced.
H.R. 2838, the Enhancing the Strength and Capacity of
America's Primary Evacuation routes Act, were included in
section 1202 of H.R. 2 as introduced.
H.R. 3040, the Safe And Friendly for the Environment
Streets Act, were included in section 1209 of H.R. 2 as
introduced.
H.R. 3383, the Safe And Fair Environment on Highways
Achieved through Underwriting Levels Act, were included in
section 4408 of H.R. 2 during House consideration.
H.R. 3593, the Helping Overcome Trauma for Children Alone
in Rear Seats Act of 2019, were included in section 3002 of
H.R. 2 as introduced.
H.R. 3663, the Complete Streets Act of 2019, were included
in section 1107 of H.R. 2 as introduced.
H.R. 3781, the Improving National Safety by Updating the
Required Amount of Insurance Needed by Commercial Motor
Vehicles per Event (INSURANCE) Act of 2019, were included in
section 4408 of H.R. 2 during House consideration.
H.R. 3822, the Green Transportation Act, were included in
sections 1401, 1402, 1403, 2107, and 2108 of H.R. 2 as
introduced.
H.R. 4307, the Build More Housing Near Transit Act, were
included in section 2703 of H.R. 2 as introduced.
H.R. 4687, the Sustainable Municipal Access to Resilient
Technology in Infrastructure Act, were included in section 1617
of H.R. 2 during House consideration.
H.R. 4819, the Vision Zero Act of 2019, were included in
sections 1601, 1209, and 1107 of H.R. 2 as introduced.
H.R. 4871, the Protecting Roadside First Responders Act,
were included in section 3002 of H.R. 2 as introduced.
H.R. 5255, the Maximizing Our Redevelopment and Efficiency
for Transit Oriented Development Act, were included in section
2701 of H.R. 2 as introduced.
H.R. 5334, the Funding Our Roads and Ecosystems Sustainably
Together Act, were included in section 1101 of H.R. 2 as
introduced.
H.R. 5354, the Generating Resilient, Environmentally
Exceptional National Streets Act, were included in sections
2106, 2108 of H.R. 2 as introduced.
H.R. 5696, the Connecting America's Active Transportation
System Act, were included in section 1309 of H.R. 2 as
introduced.
H.R. 5770, the Electric Vehicle Freedom Act, were included
in section 1303 of H.R. 2 as introduced.
H.R. 6032, the Transportation Workforce Centers of
Excellence Act, were included in section 5104 of H.R. 2 as
introduced.
H.R. 6156, the Transportation Workforce Investment Act of
2020, were included in sections 5103 and 5104 of H.R. 2 as
introduced.
H.R. 6184, the INFRA Transparency Act, were included in
section 1106 of H.R. 2 as introduced.
H.R. 6463, the Improving Access to Services Act, were
included in section 1403 of H.R. 2 as introduced.
H.R. 6464, the Improving Access to Jobs Act, were included
in section 1403 of H.R. 2 as introduced.
H.R. 6770, the Mobility Options, Resiliency, and Efficiency
(MORE) through TDM Act, were included in section 1103 of H.R. 2
during House consideration.
H.R. 6780, the Toll Credit Marketplace Act of 2020, were
included in section 1616 of H.R. 2 as introduced.
H.R. 7050, the Transportation Workforce Modernization Act,
were included in section 5307 of H.R. 2 during House
consideration.
H.R. 7205, the Nationwide Dig Once Act of 2020, were
included in section 1603 of H.R. 2 during House consideration.
H.R. 7223, the Railway Upgrades for Rural American Lines
Act, were included in section 1204 during House consideration.
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PFAS Action Act of 2019
H.R. 535 (H.R. 5539, H.R. 5540)
To require the Administrator of the Environmental Protection
Agency to designate per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances as
hazardous substances under the Comprehensive Environmental
Response, Compensation, and Liability Act of 1980.
Summary
H.R. 535 brings together legislative efforts to address the
threat of per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) under a
range of environmental laws. The bill requires listing of all
PFAS chemicals, as a class, under the Comprehensive
Environmental Response, Compensation, and Liability Act
(CERCLA), or Superfund; establishes a health-protective
drinking water standard; requires comprehensive testing of PFAS
chemicals; limits the introduction of new PFAS chemicals;
requires reporting of PFAS releases to the Toxics Release
Inventory (TRI); requires guidance for safe disposal of PFAS;
provides assistance to drinking water utilities treating PFAS
contamination; limits air pollution of PFAS from manufacturing
and incineration; establishes a voluntary label for PFAS-free
products; and provides guidance to first responders to minimize
their risk from PFAS chemicals.
Legislative History
H.R. 535 was introduced in the House on January 14, 2019,
by Mrs. Dingell, Mr. Upton, and Mr. Kildee and referred to the
Committee on Energy and Commerce, and in addition to the
Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. Within the
Committee, H.R. 535 was referred to the Subcommittee on Water
Resources and Environment.
The Committee on Energy and Commerce considered H.R. 535 on
November 20, 2019, and ordered the measure to be reported to
the House, amended, by a record vote of 31 yeas and 19 nays.
The Committee on Energy and Commerce reported H.R. 535 to
the House on January 2, 2020 as H. Rpt. 116-364, Pt. I. The
Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure was discharged
from further consideration of H.R. 535.
The Chair of the Committee on Transportation and
Infrastructure sent a letter to the Chair of the Committee on
Energy and Commerce on January 6, 2020, agreeing that, in order
to expedite consideration on the House Floor, the Committee on
Transportation and Infrastructure would agree to waive further
consideration of H.R. 535.
The Committee on Rules met on January 7, 2020 and granted a
Rule providing for the consideration of H.R. 535. The Rule was
filed in the House as H. Res. 779, H. Rpt. 116-366.
The House adopted the Rule providing for the consideration
of H.R. 5353 on January 8, 2019, by a record vote of 217 yeas
and 199 nays (Roll No. 3). The House considered H.R. 535 on
January 8, 9, and 10, 2020, pursuant to the provisions of H.
Res. 779 and passed the measure on January 10, 2020, by a
record vote of 247 yeas and 159 nays (Roll No. 13).
H.R. 535 was received in the Senate on January 13, 2020,
read twice, and referred to the Senate Committee on Environment
and Public Works.
H.R. 5539
H.R. 5539, the Clean Water Standards for PFAS Act of 2020,
was introduced in the House on January 3, 2020, by Mr. Pappas
and 13 original cosponsors and referred to the Committee on
Transportation and Infrastructure. Within the Committee, H.R.
5539 was referred to the Subcommittee on Water Resources and
Environment.
The text of H.R. 5539 was offered as an amendment (#13 in
the Rule) to H.R. 535 during Floor consideration and was
adopted by a record vote of 242 yeas and 168 nays (Roll No.
11).
H.R. 5540
H.R. 5540, the PFAS Transparency Act, was introduced in the
House on January 3, 2020, by Mr. Deglado and eight original
cosponsors and referred to the Committee on Transportation and
Infrastructure. Within the Committee, H.R. 5540 was referred to
the Subcommittee on Water Resources and Environment.
The text of H.R. 5540 was offered as an amendment (#7 in
the Rule) to H.R. 535 Floor consideration and was adopted by
voice vote.
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Requiring Federal Railroad Administration to Provide Congressional
Notice of Comprehensive Safety Assessments
H.R. 543
To require the Federal Railroad Administration to provide
appropriate congressional notice of comprehensive safety
assessments conducted with respect to intercity or commuter
rail passenger transportation.
Summary
H.R. 543 requires the Federal Railroad Administration (FRA)
to provide appropriate Congressional notification of the
initiation and results of comprehensive safety assessments of
an entity providing intercity or commuter rail passenger
transportation.
The Rail Safety Improvement Act of 2008 (Pub. L. 110-432)
directed the Secretary of Transportation to issue a regulation
requiring certain railroads to develop, submit for review and
approval, and implement a railroad safety risk reduction
program within four years of the date of enactment. The FRA has
not issued the final rule. Additionally, the findings of the
FRA audit of the New Jersey Transit (NJT) were never provided
to Congress. H.R. 543 ensures that FRA informs the House and
Senate Committees of jurisdiction, as well as affected Members
of Congress, of both the initiation of comprehensive safety
assessments and their results. According to FRA, these in-depth
safety reviews are undertaken after FRA has identified serious
safety lapses, including incidents of non-compliance with
federal safety regulations. This legislation will make FRA's
process more transparent, help the House Transportation and
Infrastructure Committee and the Senate Commerce, Science, and
Transportation Committee fulfill their responsibility for
overseeing rail safety, and allow affected Members of Congress
and their constituents to be informed about the state of rail
safety in their communities. The notice requirements will also
let Congress know that systemic safety problems are being
addressed by FRA, and inform Congress of FRA's findings and
recommendations.
Legislative History
H.R. 543 was introduced in the House on January 14, 2019,
by Mr. Sires, and Mr. Payne, and referred to the Committee on
Transportation and Infrastructure.
The House considered H.R. 543 under Suspension of the Rules
on February 6, 2019, and passed the measure by voice vote.
H.R. 543 was received in the Senate on February 7, 2019,
read twice, and referred to the Senate Committee on Commerce,
Science, and Transportation.
115TH CONGRESS
In the 115th Congress, H.R. 1093 was introduced in the
House on February 15, 2017, by Mr. Sires, and Mr. Payne, and
referred to the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure.
Within the Committee, H.R. 1093 was referred to the
Subcommittee on Railroads, Pipelines, and Hazardous Materials;
and the Subcommittee on Highways and Transit.
On March 29, 2017, the Subcommittee on Railroads,
Pipelines, and Hazardous Materials; and the Subcommittee on
Highways and Transit were discharged from further consideration
of H.R. 1093.
The Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure
considered H.R. 1093 on March 29, 2017, and ordered the measure
to be reported to the House, amended, by voice vote.
The Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure reported
H.R. 1093 to the House on March 13, 2018, as H. Rpt. 115-594.
Placed on the Union Calendar, Calendar No. 452.
The House considered H.R. 1093 by unanimous consent on
September 27, 2018, and passed the measure without objection.
The House agreed to amend the title of the measure.
H.R. 1093 was received in the Senate on September 28, 2018,
read twice and referred to the Senate Committee on Commerce,
Science, and Transportation.
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Pacific Northwest Earthquake Preparedness Act of 2019
H.R. 876
To direct the Administrator of the Federal Emergency Management
Agency to carry out a plan for the purchase and installation of
an earthquake early warning system for the Cascadia Subduction
Zone, and for other purposes.
Summary
H.R. 876 directs the Administrator of the Federal Emergency
Management Agency (FEMA) to carry out a plan for the purchase
and installation of an earthquake early warning system for the
Cascadia Subduction Zone (CSZ).
Legislative History
H.R. 876 was introduced in the House on January 30, 2019,
by Mr. DeFazio and referred to the Committee on Transportation
and Infrastructure.
The House considered H.R. 876 under Suspension of the Rules
on February 6, 2019, and passed the measure, as amended, by
voice vote.
H.R. 876 was received in the Senate on February 7, 2019,
read twice, and referred to the Senate Committee on Homeland
Security and Governmental Affairs.
115TH CONGRESS
In the 115th Congress, H.R. 654 introduced in the House on
January 24, 2017, by Mr. DeFazio and referred to the House
Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. Within the
Committee, H.R. 654 was referred to the Subcommittee on
Economic Development, Public Buildings and Emergency
Management.
The Subcommittee on Economic Development, Public Buildings
and Emergency Management was discharged from further
consideration of H.R. 654 on February 28, 2017.
The Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure
considered H.R. 654 on February 28, 2017, and ordered the
measure to be reported to the House, amended, by voice vote.
The Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure reported
H.R. 654 to the House on March 9, 2017, as H. Rpt. 115-30.
Placed on the Union Calendar, Calendar No. 12.
The House considered H.R. 654 under Suspension of the Rules
on March 37, 2017, and passed the measure by a \2/3\ recorded
vote of 395 yeas and 11 nays (Roll No. 196).
H.R. 654 was received in the Senate on March 28, 2017, read
twice, and referred to the Senate Committee on Homeland
Security and Governmental Affairs.
114TH CONGRESS
In the 114th Congress, H.R. 3240 was introduced in the
House on July 28, 2015, by Mr. DeFazio and referred to the
House Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. Within
the Committee, H.R. 3240 was referred to the Subcommittee on
Economic Development, Public Buildings and Emergency
Management.
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San Francisco Bay Restoration Act
H.R. 1132
To amend the Federal Water Pollution Control Act to establish a
grant program to support the restoration of San Francisco Bay.
Summary
The San Francisco Bay Estuary spans roughly 1,600 square
miles and drains more than 40 percent of the State's waters.
The watershed is critical economically, providing drinking
water for millions of Californians, irrigation for farmland,
and supporting millions of jobs and the production of $370
billion in goods and services. The area also serves as vital
ecosystem for bird migration and salmon stocks, as well as a
wide range of flora and fauna.
The San Francisco Estuary has been a member of the EPA's
National Estuary Program (NEP) since 1993 to address water
quality challenges. The Estuary experiences exceedances in
California state water quality standards for pesticides,
invasive species, mercury, and other metals and toxic
substances. Surrounding beaches have elevated levels of
bacteria due to sewage spills and crumbling sewage
infrastructure. According to the EPA, the Bay has lost more
than 90 percent of shoreline wetlands and 40 percent of the
total San Francisco Bay aquatic ecosystem in the past 150 years
due to habitat destruction.
In August 2018, the Government Accountability Office (GAO)
published a report on the coordination of watershed restoration
efforts between Federal and nonfederal entities in the San
Francisco Bay Delta Watershed. They found that restoration
efforts were stratified in such a way as to hinder long-term
progress. A centralized program providing improved coordination
and communication across efforts, along with dedicated Federal
funding, will be the best chance for long-term restoration and
protection of this major geographic area on the west coast.
Legislative History
H.R. 1132 was introduced in the House on February 8, 2019,
by Ms. Speier and 11 original cosponsors and referred to the
Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, in addition to
the Committee on the Budget. Within the Committee, H.R. 1132
was referred to the Subcommittee on Water Resources and
Environment.
The Chair discharged the Subcommittee on Water Resources
and Environment from further consideration of H.R. 1132 on
September 19, 2019.
The Committee considered H.R. 1132 on September 19, 2019,
and ordered the measure to be reported to the House with a
favorable recommendation, as amended, by voice vote.
The Committee reported H.R. 1132 to the House on November
20, 2019, as H. Rpt. 116-304, Pt. I.
The Committee on the Budget was discharged from further
consideration of H.R. 1132.
The House considered H.R. 1132 under Suspension of the
Rules on February 5, 2020, and passed the measure, as amended,
by voice vote.
H.R. 1132 was received in the Senate on February 10, 2020.
Prior Congresses
H.R. 1132 was introduced, but not considered in the prior
four Congresses as follows: H.R. 6752, 115th Cong.; H.R. 1140
and S. 596, 114th Cong.; H.R. 843 and S. 224, 113th Cong.; and
S. 97, 112th Cong.
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Federal Disaster Assistance Coordination Act
H.R. 1306
A bill to amend the Disaster Recovery Reform Act of 2018 to
develop a study regarding streamlining and consolidating
information collection and preliminary damage assessments, and
for other purposes.
Summary
H.R. 1306 amends the Disaster Recovery Reform Act of 2018
(Pub. L. 115-254) to help Federal agencies streamline and
consolidate information collection and Preliminary Damage
Assessments following disasters.
H.R. 1306 establishes a Federal working group to identify
areas of overlap in performing the assessments used to
administer disaster assistance for individuals, households, and
states, tribes, and territories. The working group, led by the
Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA), would be composed
of representatives of various agencies with disaster relief
responsibilities and would collaborate with the Council of the
Inspectors General on Integrity and Efficiency.
H.R. 1306 directs the working group to make a
recommendation as to whether a single agency can collect the
information necessary to process assessment claims and submit a
report detailing their findings to the appropriate
congressional committees. The bill also directs the working
group to determine if emerging technologies can be utilized to
expedite federal assessments.
Legislative History
H.R. 1306 was introduced in the House on February 15, 2019,
by Mr. Meadows and Mr. Peters and referred to the Committee on
Transportation and Infrastructure. Within the Committee, H.R.
1306 was referred to the Subcommittee on Economic Development,
Public Buildings, and Emergency Management.
The Subcommittee on Economic Development, Public Buildings,
and Emergency Management was discharged from further
consideration of H.R. 1306 on March 27, 2019.
The Full Committee considered H.R. 1306 on March 27, 2019,
and ordered the measure to be reported to the House favorably
by voice vote.
The Committee reported H.R. 1306 to the House on July 11,
2019, as H. Rpt. 116-145.
The House considered H.R. 1306 under Suspension of the
Rules on October 28, 2019, and passed the measure, amended, by
voice vote. During consideration, the title was amended so as
to read ``A bill to amend the Disaster Recovery Reform Act of
2018 to develop a study regarding streamlining and
consolidating information collection and preliminary damage
assessments, and for other purposes.''
H.R. 1306 was received in the Senate on October 29, 2019,
and referred to the Senate Committee on Homeland Security and
Governmental Affairs.
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Post-Disaster Assistance Online Accountability Act
H.R. 1307
To provide for an online repository for certain reporting
requirements for recipients of Federal disaster assistance, and
for other purposes.
Summary
H.R. 1307 creates a new system for tracking Federal
disaster projects and assistance by establishing a single
online repository to report information about federal disaster
assistance.
H.R. 1307 would require agencies that offer disaster
assistance to submit information to the Office of Management
and Budget (OMB) and ensure that data is available to the
public through a transparent subpage on USASpending.gov.
Data submitted by agencies would include: the amount of
disaster assistance provided by an agency on a quarterly basis;
the amount of disaster assistance expended or obligated to
projects or activities; and a list of all projects or
activities for which disaster assistance provided by an agency
was expended, obligated, or used.
The bill would also allow OMB to enter into agreements with
private entities and nonprofits to develop the subpage, if
necessary.
Legislative History
H.R. 1307 was introduced in the House on February 15, 2019,
by Mr. Meadows and Mr. Peters and referred to the Committee on
Transportation and Infrastructure, and in addition to the
Committee on Small Business and the Committee on Financial
Services. Within the Committee, H.R. 1307 was referred to the
Subcommittee on Economic Development, Public Buildings, and
Emergency Management.
The Subcommittee on Economic Development, Public Buildings,
and Emergency Management was discharged from further
consideration of H.R. 1307 on March 27, 2019.
The Full Committee considered H.R. 1307 on March 27, 2019,
and ordered the measure to be reported to the House favorably,
by voice vote.
The Committee reported H.R. 1307 to the House on July 23,
2019, as H. Rpt. 116-167, Pt. I. The Committee on Small
Business and the Committee on Financial Services were
discharged from further consideration of H.R. 1307 on June 23,
2019.
The House considered H.R. 1307 under Suspension of the
Rules on July 24, 2019, and passed the measure by voice vote.
H.R. 1307 was received in the Senate on July 25, 2019, read
twice, and referred to the Senate Committee on Homeland
Security and Governmental Affairs.
115TH CONGRESS
In the 115th Congress, H.R. 7380 was introduced in the
House on December 20, 2018, by Mr. Meadows and referred to the
Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, and in addition
to the Committee on Small Business and the Committee on
Financial Services. Within the Committee, H.R. 7380 was
referred to the Subcommittee on Economic Development, Public
Buildings, and Emergency Management.
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Local Water Protection Act
H.R. 1331
To amend the Federal Water Pollution Control Act to reauthorize
certain programs relating to nonpoint source management, and
for other purposes.
Summary
H.R. 1331, reauthorizes appropriations for the nonpoint
source management grants program, administered by the
Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). Nonpoint source water
pollution, unlike pollution from industrial and sewage
treatment plants, comes from many diffuse sources, including
runoff from farms, managed forests, and urban areas. This
runoff can carry pollutants, such as fertilizers and sediment
from fields, toxins from abandoned mines, and oils and heavy
metals from roads, into lakes, rivers, and other bodies of
water.
Section 319 of the Clean Water Act, as amended in 1987, (33
U.S.C. Sec. 1251 et seq.) established a non-regulatory program
through which the EPA administers annual grants to help states
develop and implement their own programs for managing nonpoint
sources of water pollution. Under the EPA's 319 program, states
retain the primary role for addressing nonpoint source water
pollution, which they do largely through voluntary means and
financial incentives. However, according to the Governmental
Accountability Office, the extent of available incentives has
declined in recent years, as grants to states under the section
319 program have declined by more than 30 percent, from about
$240 million annually in fiscal year 2004 to about $160 million
in fiscal year 2014.
The section 319 program was initially authorized at $70
million annually in fiscal year 1988, and its authorization
level steadily increased to $130 million in fiscal year 1991--
the last year of authorization for this program. Since that
time, the 319 program has been authorized through the annual
appropriations bill for EPA. In fiscal year 2019, the section
319 program received an appropriation of $170.9 million
[Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2019, (Pub. L. 116-6)].
H.R. 1331 authorizes $200 million annually for the section
319 program through 2024.
Legislative History
H.R. 1331 was introduced in the House on February 25, 2019,
by Ms. Craig and Mr. Mast and referred to the Committee on
Transportation. Within the Committee, H.R. 1331 was referred to
the Subcommittee on Water Resources and Environment.
The Subcommittee on Water Resources and Environment was
discharged from further consideration of H.R. 1331 on March 27,
2019.
The Full Committee considered H.R. 1331 on March 27, 2019,
and ordered the measure to be reported to the House favorably
by voice vote.
The Committee reported H.R. 1331 to the House on April 8,
2019, as H. Rpt. 116-36.
The House considered H.R. 1331 under Suspension of the
Rules and passed the measure by a \2/3\ record vote of 329 yeas
and 56 nays (Roll No. 158).
H.R. 1331 was received in the Senate on April 9, 2019, read
twice, and referred to the Senate Committee on Environment and
Public Works.
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Chesapeake Bay Program Reauthorization Act
H.R. 1620 (S. 701)
To amend the Federal Water Pollution Control Act to reauthorize
the Chesapeake Bay Program.
Summary
H.R. 1620 reauthorizes Federal appropriations for the U.S.
Environmental Protection Agency's (EPA) Chesapeake Bay Program
with incremental increases over the next five years. The
Chesapeake Bay is the largest estuary in the United States,
covering more than 4,500 square miles, and draining a 64,000
square mile watershed that extends across parts of Delaware,
Maryland, Pennsylvania, Virginia, West Virginia, and the
District of Columbia.
In 1983, Congress established the Chesapeake Bay Program,
authorized under section 117 of the Clean Water Act (33 U.S.C.
1267). The Chesapeake Bay Program implements the Chesapeake Bay
Agreement, a periodically renewed agreement between executives
in the six watershed states and the District of Columbia, a
joint Bay state legislative body (the Chesapeake Bay
Commission) and select federal agencies (including EPA) that
aim to coordinate Bay restoration efforts. The most recent
agreement was signed in 2014 (known as the 2014 Chesapeake Bay
Watershed Agreement) and set a series of restoration goals and
actions to be completed by 2025.
Legislative History
H.R. 1620
H.R. 1620 was introduced in the House on March 7, 2019, by
Mrs. Luria, Mr. Wittman, Mr. Scott of Virginia, and Mr.
Sarbanes, and referred to the Committee on Transportation and
Infrastructure. Within the Committee, H.R. 1620 was referred to
the Subcommittee on Water Resources and Environment.
The Chair discharged the Subcommittee on Water Resources
and Environment from further consideration of H.R. 1620 on
September 19, 2019.
The Committee considered H.R. 1620 on September 19, 2019,
and ordered the measure to be reported to the House with a
favorable recommendation, without amendment, by voice vote.
The Committee reported H.R. 1620 to the House on December
12, 2019, as H. Rpt. 116-338.
The House considered H.R. 1620 under Suspension of the
Rules on February 5, 2020, and passed the measure, as amended,
by voice vote.
H.R. 1620 was received in the Senate; read twice; and
referred to the Senate Committee on Environment and Public
Works.
S. 701
S. 701, the Senate companion measure, was introduced in the
Senate on March 7, 2019, by Mr. Cardin and Mrs. Capito, read
twice, and referred to the Committee on Environment and Public
Works.
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Notice to Airmen Improvement Act of 2019
H.R. 1775
To establish a task force on NOTAM improvements, and for other
purposes.
Summary
Notices to Airmen (NOTAMs) are notices from the Federal
Aviation Administration (FAA) to pilots containing essential,
real-time information regarding abnormal status of the National
Airspace System. NOTAMs alert pilots and others to potential
hazards in the airspace or at an airport that could affect
flight safety, as well as changes to facilities, services, or
flight procedures (i.e., the closure of a runway or taxiway).
Pilots are required to review all NOTAMs before flight.
On July 7, 2017, Air Canada flight 759 lined up for landing
on a taxiway, instead of the proper runway, as it descended
into San Francisco International Airport. The aircraft nearly
landed on top of several aircraft, full of passengers on board
and awaiting takeoff, before executing a go-around. The
National Transportation Safety Board determined the probable
cause of the incident was the pilots' misidentification of the
taxiway as the intended runway, resulting from ineffective
review of NOTAM information before flight and during the
approach. Other factors contributed to the incident as well.
H.R. 1775 requires the FAA to establish a task force--
composed of representatives from airlines, labor, and general
and business aviation, as well as aviation safety and human
factors experts--to review existing methods for presenting
NOTAMs to pilots and NOTAM policies and regulations and
determine best practices for organizing and presenting flight
operations information to pilots in an optimal manner.
Recommendations from the task force seek to improve the
presentation of information in NOTAMs and ensure their accuracy
and completeness.
Legislative History
H.R. 1775 was introduced in the House on March 14, 2019 by
Mr. Stauber and referred to the Committee on Transportation.
Within the Committee, H.R. 1775 was referred to the
Subcommittee on Aviation.
The Subcommittee on Aviation was discharged from further
consideration of H.R. 1775 on March 27, 2019.
The Full Committee considered H.R. 1775 on March 27, 2019,
and ordered the measure to be reported to the House favorably
by voice vote.
The Committee reported H.R. 1775 to the House on May 16,
2019, as H. Rpt. 116-67.
The House considered H.R. 1775 under Suspension of the
Rules on October 28, 2019, and passed the measure by voice
vote.
H.R. 1306 was received in the Senate on October 29, 2019,
and referred to the Senate Committee on Commerce, Science, and
Transportation.
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United States-Israel Cooperation Enhancement and Regional Security Act
H.R. 1837
To make improvements to certain defense and security assistance
provisions and to authorize assistance for Israel, and for
other purposes.
Summary
This bill makes improvements to certain defense and
security assistance provisions and authorizes assistance for
Israel. Specifically, this legislation includes in section 110
a sense of Congress relating to implementation of the 2016
Memorandum of Cooperation signed by the Secretary of
Transportation and the Israeli Minister of Transportation.
Legislative History
H.R. 1837 was introduced in the House on March 21, 2019, by
Mr. Deutch, and Mr. Wilson of South Carolina, and referred to
the Committee on Committee on Foreign Affairs, the Committee on
Armed Services, the Committee on Science, Space, and
Technology, the Committee on Agriculture, the Committee on
Energy and Commerce, the Committee on the Judiciary, the
Committee on Homeland Security, the Committee on Transportation
and Infrastructure, and the Committee on Veterans' Affairs.
Within the Committee, H.R. 1837 was referred to the
Subcommittee on Aviation.
The Committee on Foreign Affairs considered H.R. 1837 on
July 17, 2019, and ordered the measure to be reported to the
House, favorably, as amended.
The Chair of the Committee on Transportation and
Infrastructure sent a letter to the Chair of the Committee on
Foreign Affairs on July 17, 2019, agreeing that, in order to
expedite consideration on the House Floor, the Committee on
Transportation and Infrastructure would waive further
consideration of H.R. 1837. On July 18, 2019, the Chair of the
Committee on Foreign Affairs responded, acknowledging the
jurisdictional interests of the Committee on Transportation and
Infrastructure and the agreement to waive further
consideration.
The House agreed to Suspend the Rules and pass H.R. 1837 on
July 23, 2019, as amended, by voice vote.
H.R. 1837 was received in the Senate on July 24, 2019, read
twice, and referred to the Senate Committee on Foreign
Relations.
H.R. 1837 was included in Subtitle H of Title XII of the
House-Senate Conference on H.R. 6395, the William M. (Mac)
Thornberry National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year
2021. For further action, see discussion listed above.
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Smithsonian Women's History Museum Act
H.R. 1980 (S. 959)
To establish in the Smithsonian Institution a comprehensive
women's history museum, and for other purposes.
Summary
H.R. 1980 would establish in the Smithsonian Institution a
women's history museum.
Legislative History
H.R. 1980
H.R. 1980 was introduced in the House on March 28, 2019, by
Mrs. Carolyn B. Maloney of New York and 26 original cosponsors
and referred to the Committee on House Administration, the
Committee on Natural Resources, and the Committee on
Transportation and Infrastructure. Within the Committee, H.R.
1980 was referred to the Subcommittee on Economic Development,
Public Buildings, and Emergency Management.
On November 12, 2019, the Committee on House Administration
considered H.R. 1980 and ordered the measure to be reported to
the House with a favorable recommendation, as amended.
The Committee on House Administration reported H.R. 1980 to
the House on November 13, 2019 as H. Rpt. 116-286, Pt. I. The
Committee on Natural Resources and the Committee on
Transportation and Infrastructure were subsequently discharged
from further consideration of H.R. 1980.
The House considered H.R. 1980 on February 11, 2020, under
Suspension of the Rules and passed the measure by a \2/3\
record vote of 374 yeas and 37 nays (Record vote No. 59).
H.R. 1980 was received in the Senate on February 12. 2020,
read twice, and referred to the Senate Committee on Rules and
Administration.
H.R. 1980 was included in Division T of H.R. 133 See action
on H.R. 133 listed above.
S. 959
S. 959, the Senate companion measure, was introduced in the
Senate on March 28, 2019, by Ms. Collins and Mrs. Feinstein and
referred to the Senate Committee on Rules and Administration.
The Senate Committee on Rules and Administration considered
S. 959 on December 3, 2020, and ordered the measure to be
reported to the Senate, amended, favorably.
The Senate Committee on Rules and Administration reported
S. 959 to the Senate on December 4, 2020, with no written
report.
115TH CONGRESS
In the 115th Congress, H.R. 19, was introduced in the House
on March 20, 2018, by Mrs. Carolyn B. Maloney and 127 original
cosponsors and referred and referred to the Committee on House
Administration, and in addition to the Committee on Natural
Resources, and the Committee on Transportation and
Infrastructure. Within the Committee, H.R. 19 was referred to
the Subcommittee on Economic Development, Public Buildings, and
Emergency Management.
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Disclosing Aid Spent to Ensure Relief Act
H.R. 1984
To amend chapter 11 of title 31, United States Code, to require
the Director of the Office of Management and Budget to annually
submit to Congress a report on all disaster-related assistance
provided by the Federal Government.
Summary
H.R. 1984 provides greater transparency in disaster-related
spending at Federal agencies by requiring that, on the same day
that the President submits the annual budget, the Office of
Management and Budget submits to Congress a report on Federal
disaster-related assistance for the fiscal year preceding the
calendar year in which the annual budget submission is made.
The disaster-related assistance shall encompass Federal
obligations related to disaster response, recovery, and
mitigation efforts, as well as administrative costs associated
with these activities.
Legislative History
H.R. 1984 was introduced in the House on March 28, 2019, by
Mr. Peters and 13 original cosponsors and referred to the
Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. Within the
Committee, H.R. 1984 was referred to the Subcommittee on
Economic Development, Public Buildings, and Emergency
Management.
On May 8, 2019, the Subcommittee on Economic Development,
Public Buildings, and Emergency Management was discharged from
further consideration of H.R. 1984.
The Full Committee considered H.R. 1984 on May 8, 2019, and
ordered the measure to be reported to the House with a
favorable recommendation, without amendment, by voice vote.
The Committee reported H.R. 1984 to the House on July 11,
2019, as H. Rpt. 116-148.
The House considered H.R. 1984 under Suspension of the
Rules on July 24, 2019, and passed the measure by voice vote.
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Promoting United Government Efforts To Save Our Sound Act
H.R. 2247
To amend the Federal Water Pollution Control Act to provide
assistance for programs and activities to protect the water
quality of Puget Sound, and for other purposes.
Summary
Puget Sound is a deep fjord estuary spanning much of the
state of Washington and extending north into Canada. The Sound
is the second largest estuary in the United States, and
encompasses a complex landscape featuring mountains, farmlands,
urban development, rivers, forests, wetlands, and approximately
2,500 miles of shoreline. The Puget Sound watershed, including
its tributary waters, is one of the most ecologically diverse
ecosystems in North America, with natural resources that have
ecological, economic, and cultural importance both to the
United States and to the 4.5 million people living within the
Puget Sound watershed, including many Tribal nations. The
health and productivity of Sound is the cornerstone of the
region's quality of life and vibrant economy, including a
nationally-significant salmon fishery, as well as commercial
aquaculture operations, agriculture, and commercial navigation,
just to name a few.
Human development and other actions have degraded the water
quality and habitat of the Sound, including that of critical
species like salmon and orca whales. Threats to the Puget
Sound, such as water pollution, sediment contamination,
environmental degradation, and habitat loss, jeopardize the
economic productivity and natural resources of the region. In
1988, the Puget Sound was designated an Estuary of National
Significance, and later joined EPA's National Estuaries Program
(under section 320 of the Clean Water Act) to develop and
implement plans for restoration and protection of the Sound.
Federal restoration efforts in the Puget Sound come from a
variety of Federal agencies and sources, the primary sources of
which are the Puget Sound Geographic program--a specific line
item in EPA's environment and program management account--and
an allocation from EPA's National Estuary Program. The
Committee has received several estimates on the amount of
Federal funding allocated to Puget Sound restoration efforts;
however, the Committee cannot document exactly how much Federal
funding has gone to restoration efforts in recent years, and
from what Federal agencies.
A July 2018 report by the U.S. Government Accountability
Office (GAO), Puget Sound Restoration: Additional Actions Could
Improve Assessment of Progress [GAO-18-453], requested by the
Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, on Federal and
state efforts supporting the Puget Sound found that involved
entities engaged in a range of activities including habitat
protection, water quality improvement, and monitoring. The
report also looked at the efficacy of this coordination,
finding that the threats the Sound faces still outpace the
efforts to combat them. According to GAO, further investment
and a program with clear leadership and coordination of
objectives will be crucial to achieving the long-term
restoration and protection goals of this diverse and dynamic
ecosystem.
The purpose of H.R. 2247, as amended, is to establish a new
regional program office within the U.S. Environmental
Protection Agency (EPA) to support restoration efforts and
activities in the Puget Sound, to coordinate Federal
restoration efforts and activities within the Sound, and to
authorize Federal appropriations for such restoration efforts
and activities.
Legislative History
H.R. 2247 was introduced in the House on April 10, 2019, by
Mr. Heck and Mr. Kilmer and referred to the Committee on
Transportation and Infrastructure. Within the Committee, H.R.
2247 was referred to the Subcommittee on Water Resources and
Environment.
The Chair discharged the Subcommittee on Water Resources
and Environment from further consideration of H.R. 2247 on
September 19, 2019.
The Committee considered H.R. 2247 on September 19, 2019,
and ordered the measure to be reported to the House with a
favorable recommendation as amended, by voice vote.
The Committee reported H.R. 2247 to the House on November
14, 2019, as H. Rpt. 116-290.
The House considered H.R. 2247 on February 5, 2020, under
Suspension of the Rules and passed the measure by voice vote.
H.R. 2247 was received in the Senate; read twice; and
referred to the Senate Committee on Environment and Public
Works.
114TH CONGRESS
In the 114th Congress, H.R. 3630 was introduced in the
House September 28, 2015, by Mr. Heck of Washington and eight
original cosponsors and referred to the Committee on
Transportation and Infrastructure. Within the Committee, H.R.
3630 was referred to the Subcommittee on Water Resources and
Environment.
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National Museum of the American Latino Act
H.R. 2420 (S. 1267)
To establish within the Smithsonian Institution the National
Museum of the American Latino, and for other purposes.
Summary
H.R. 2420 would establish in the Smithsonian Institution an
American Latino museum.
Legislative History
H.R. 2420 was introduced in the House on April 30, 2019, by
Mr. Serrano and 18 original cosponsors and referred to the
Committee on House Administration, the Committee on Natural
Resources and the Committee on Transportation and
Infrastructure. Within the Committee, H.R. 2420 was referred to
the Subcommittee on Economic Development, Public Buildings, and
Emergency Management.
On June 23, 2020, the Chair of the Committee on
Transportation and Infrastructure sent a letter to the Chair of
the Committee on House Administration agreeing that, in order
to expedite consideration on the House Floor, the Committee on
Transportation and Infrastructure would waive further
consideration of H.R. 2420. On June 24, 2020, the Chair of the
Committee on House Administration responded, acknowledging the
jurisdictional interests of the Committee on Transportation and
Infrastructure ad the agreement to waive further consideration.
The House considered H.R. 2420 under Suspension of the
Rules on July 24, 2020, and passed the measure, amended, by
voice vote.
H.R. 2420 was received in the Senate on July 29, 2020, and
referred to the Senate Committee on Rules and Administration.
The Senate Committee on Rules and Administration considered
H.R. 2420 on December 3, 2020, and ordered the measure to be
reported to the Senate, without amendment, favorably.
The Senate Committee on Rules and Administration reported
H.R. 2420 to the Senate on December 4, 2020, with no written
report.
H.R. 2420 was included in Division T of H.R. 133. See
further action listed above.
S. 1267
S. 1267, the Senate companion measure, was introduced in
the Senate on May 1, 2019, by Mr. Menendez and 9 original
cosponsors and referred to the Senate Committee on Rules and
Administration.
112TH-115TH CONGRESS'
Similar legislation was introduced in the 112th-115th
Congresses, none of the measures were considered by either
House: 115th Congress: H.R. 2911 and S. 1364; 114th Congress:
H.R. 6001 and S. 3314; 113th Congress: H.R. 1217 and S. 568;
112th Congress: H.R. 3459 and S. 1868.
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Full Utilization of the Harbor Maintenance Trust Fund Act
H.R. 2440
To provide for the use of funds in the Harbor Maintenance Trust
Fund for the purposes for which the funds were collected and to
ensure that funds credited to the Harbor Maintenance Trust Fund
are used to support navigation, and for other purposes.
Summary
H.R. 2440 creates a discretionary cap adjustment for the
full-utilization of the Harbor Maintenance Trust Fund (HMTF).
This change would enable the investment of approximately $34
billion over the next decade from the HMTF for the intended
purpose of maintaining Federally-authorized harbors, allowing
the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (Corps) to dredge all Federal
harbors to their constructed widths and depths.
According to the Corps, navigation channels at our Nation's
busiest 59 ports are available less than 35 percent of the
time--and the conditions of our midsize and emerging harbors
are far worse. In 1986, Congress enacted the Harbor Maintenance
Tax (HMT) [Water Resources Development Act of 1986 (Pub. L. 99-
662)] to recover the operation and maintenance dredging costs
for Federally-authorized ports from maritime shippers. The HMT
is directly levied on importers and domestic shippers using
coastal or inland ports as a 0.125 percent ad valorem tax on
the value of imported cargo (e.g., $1.25 per $1,000 value) and
is typically passed along to U.S. taxpayers on the purchase of
imported goods or services. These revenues are deposited into
the Harbor Maintenance Trust Fund (Trust Fund) within the U.S.
Treasury from which Congress currently appropriates funds to
the Corps for harbor maintenance dredging.
The Trust Fund collects more revenue from shippers than
Congress has appropriated to the Corps to maintain our harbors.
According to the Congressional Budget Office (CBO), the Harbor
Maintenance Trust Fund will collect an additional $24.5 billion
in new revenue (including interest) over the next decade--in
addition to the estimated $9.3 billion in previously collected
but unspent revenue. According to CBO, Federal appropriations
from the Trust Fund are only estimated to total $19.4 billion
over the same decade, resulting in the Trust Fund balance
reaching $14.4 billion in fiscal year 2029.
H.R. 2440 would provide the authority to expend the
expected $24.5 billion in new revenue (including interest)
collected in the Trust Fund over the next decade; and the
authority to appropriate additional funds for harbor
maintenance needs from the existing $9.3 billion balance in the
Trust Fund through a discretionary cap adjustment. This would
provide approximately $34 billion in infrastructure investment
for our Nation's coastal and inland harbors over the next
decade.
Legislative History
H.R. 2440 was introduced in the House on May 1, 2019, by
Mr. DeFazio, Mr. Graves of Missouri, Mrs. Napolitano, Mr.
Westerman, and Mr. Kelly of Pennsylvania; and referred to the
Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, and in addition
to the Committee on the Budget. Within the Committee, H.R. 2440
was referred to the Subcommittee on Water Resources and
Environment.
On May 8, 2019, the Subcommittee on Water Resources and
Environment was discharged from further consideration of H.R.
2440.
The Full Committee considered H.R. 2440 on May 8, 2019, and
ordered the measure to be reported to the House with a
favorable recommendation, without amendment, by voice vote.
The Chair of the Committee on Budget sent a letter to the
Chair of the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure on
June 26, 2019 agreeing that, in order to expedite consideration
on the House Floor, the Committee on the Budget would waive
further consideration of H.R. 2440.
The Committee reported H.R. 2440 to the House on July 2,
2019, as H. Rpt. 116-136, Pt. I. The Committee on the Budget
was discharged from further consideration of H.R. 2440.
The Chair of the Committee on Transportation and
Infrastructure sent a letter to the Chair of the Committee on
the Budget on July 12, 2019, acknowledging the jurisdictional
interests of the Committee on the Budget and an agreement for
the Committee on the Budget to waive further consideration of
H.R. 2440.
H.R. 2440 under Suspension of the Rules on October 28,
2019, and passed the measure, amended, by a \2/3\ record vote
of 296 yeas and 109 nays (Roll Call Vote No. 585).
H.R. 2440 was received in the Senate on October 29, 2019,
and referred to the Senate Committee on the Budget.
During consideration of H.R. 748 in the Senate, provisions
relating to H.R. 2440 were included in Section 14003 of
Division B of H.R. 748.
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Hazard Eligibility and Local Projects Act
H.R. 2548 (S. 3285)
To modify eligibility requirements for certain hazard
mitigation assistance programs, and for other purposes.
Summary
This bill would modify eligibility for the Federal
Emergency Management Agency's (FEMA) Hazard Mitigation
Assistance (HMA) grant programs to allow state, local, tribal,
and territorial governments to begin certain land acquisition
and simple construction which do not require a comprehensive
review.
Legislative History
H.R. 2458 was introduced in the House on May 7, 2019, by
Mrs. Fletcher, Mr. Olson, Mr. Butterfield, and Mr. Meadows, and
referred to the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure
and in addition to the Committee on Financial Services. Within
the Committee, H.R. 2548 was referred to the Subcommittee on
Economic Development, Public Buildings, and Emergency
Management.
The Subcommittee on Economic Development, Public Buildings,
and Emergency Management was discharged from further
consideration of H.R. 2548 on June 26, 2019.
The Committee considered H.R. 2548 on June 26, 2019, and
ordered the measure to be reported to the House with a
favorable recommendation, as amended, by voice vote.
The Chair of the Committee on Financial Services sent a
letter to the Chair of the Committee on Transportation and
Infrastructure on December 11, 2019, agreeing that, in order to
expedite consideration on the House Floor, the Committee on
Financial Services would waive further consideration of the
measure. On that same date, the Chair of the Committee on
Transportation and Infrastructure responded acknowledging the
jurisdictional interests of the Committee on Financial Services
and the agreement to waive further consideration.
The Committee reported H.R. 2548 to the House on December
12, 2019, as H. Rpt. 116-339, Pt. 1.
The Committee on Financial Services was discharged from
further consideration of H.R. 2548.
The House considered H.R. 2548 under Suspension of the
Rules on December 16, 2019. The House passed amended H.R. 2548
on December 17, 2019, by a \2/3\ record vote of 409 yeas and 7
nays (RCV No. 688).
H.R. 2548 was received in the Senate on December 18, 2019,
read twice, and referred to the Senate Committee on Homeland
Security and Governmental Affairs.
S. 3285
S. 3285 was introduced in the Senate on February 12, 2020,
by Mr. Tillis and 6 original cosponsors and referred to the
Senate Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs.
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Banning Smoking on Amtrak Act of 2019
H.R. 2726 (S. 2768)
To amend title 49, United States Code, to prohibit smoking on
Amtrak trains.
Summary
H.R. 2726 would add a new section to Title 49, Chapter
243--Amtrak, that would prohibit smoking on Amtrak trains and
prohibit the use of electronic cigarettes. Amtrak implemented a
policy banning smoking on its trains in 1994 and has recently
expanded that to include electronic cigarettes.
This bill codifies Amtrak's internal policy and follows a
similar ban put in place on airplanes.
Legislative History
H.R. 2726 was introduced in the House on May 14, 2019, by
Ms. Norton, and referred to the Committee on Transportation and
Infrastructure. Within the Committee, H.R. 2726 was referred to
the Subcommittee on Railroads, Pipelines, and Hazardous
Materials.
The Subcommittee on Railroads, Pipelines, and Hazardous
Materials was discharged from further consideration of H.R.
2726 on June 26, 2019.
The Committee considered H.R. 2726 on June 26, 2019, and
ordered the measure to be reported to the House with a
favorable recommendation, without amendment, by voice vote.
The Committee reported H.R. 2726 to the House on September
9, 2019, as H. Rpt. 116-199.
The House considered H.R. 2726 under Suspension of the
Rules on December 16, 2019. The House passed H.R. 2726 on
December 17, 2019, by voice vote.
H.R. 2726 was received in the Senate on December 18, 2019,
read twice, and referred to the Senate Committee on Commerce,
Science, and Transportation.
S. 2768
S. 2768 was introduced in the Senate on October 31, 2019,
by Mr. Carper and referred to the Senate Committee on Commerce,
Science, and Transportation.
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Housing Survivors of Major Disasters Act of 2019
H.R. 2914 (S. 1605)
To make available necessary disaster assistance for families
affected by major disasters, and for other purposes.
Summary
Following a disaster, families and individuals may find
their possessions, including needed documentation, destroyed or
missing. In some cases, associated records maintained by State
or local governments may also be unavailable. As a result, FEMA
assistance may be denied and not available. For example, in
Puerto Rico, this resulted in families waiting months to
receive housing assistance simply due to bureaucratic hurdles
and rigid documentation requirements that proved unrealistic in
the wake of the major disaster. H.R. 2914 addresses this issue
by ensuring FEMA develops alternative methods to assess
eligibility.
H.R. 2914, as amended, would begin to address these issues
by allowing for survivors to re-apply for assistance and
clarifies to FEMA the types of documentation that should be
considered for eligibility. Additionally, it authorizes
assistance to help disaster survivors in gathering requisite
documents.
Legislative History
H.R. 2914
H.R. 2914 was introduced in the House on May 22, 2019, by
Mr. Espaillat and Miss Gonzalez-Colon of Puerto Rico and
referred to the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure.
Within the Committee, H.R. 2914 was referred to the
Subcommittee on Economic Development, Public Buildings, and
Emergency Management.
On February 26, 2020, the Chair discharged the Subcommittee
on Economic Development, Public Buildings, and Emergency
Management from further consideration of H.R. 2914.
The Committee considered H.R. 2914 on February 26, 2020,
and ordered the measure to be reported to the House with a
favorable recommendation, as amended, by voice vote.
The Committee reported H.R. 2914 to the House on November
16, 2020, as H. Rpt. 116-574.
The House considered H.R. 2914 under Suspension of the
Rules on November 17, 2020, and passed the measure, amended, by
voice vote.
H.R. 2914 was received in the Senate on November 18, 2020,
read twice, and referred to the Senate Committee on Homeland
Security and Governmental Affairs.
S. 1605
S. 1605, the Senate companion measure, was introduced in
the Senate on May 22, 2019, by Ms. Warren and 12 original
cosponsors and referred to the Senate Committee on Homeland
Security and Governmental Affairs.
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Coast Guard Authorization of 2019
H.R. 3409 (S. 2297; H.R. 367, H.R. 632, H.R. 633, H.R. 1322, H.R. 1821,
H.R. 2276, H.R. 2893, H.R. 2926, H.R. 3066, H.R. 3140, H.R. 3210, H.R.
3484, H.R. 3488, S. 1287, S. 1930, and S. 2153)
To authorize appropriations for the Coast Guard, and for other
purposes.
Summary
This bill reauthorizes the U.S. Coast Guard and the Federal
Maritime Commission for FY2020-FY2021, and authorizes a
specified level of end-of-year strength for active duty
personnel and military training student loads to the Coast
Guard for such fiscal years.
Among other things, the bill addresses (1) retirement
grades for Coast Guard personnel, (2) promotion authority for
Coast Guard personnel, (3) the use of unmanned maritime and
aircraft systems in the Coast Guard, and (4) diversity at the
Coast Guard Academy.
The bill revises or sets forth policies relating to the
Coast Guard, including: passenger vessel security and safety
requirements; vessel operation requirements; coastwise
endorsement determinations; Coast Guard advisory committees;
safety zones to address special activities such as offshore
energy development in the exclusive economic zone; the use of
engine cut-off switches on recreational vessels; polar security
cutter acquisitions; and vessel certification extensions.
Legislative History
H.R. 3409 was introduced in the House on June 19, 2019, by
Mr. DeFazio, Mr. Graves of Missouri, Mr. Sean Patrick Maloney
of New York, and Mr. Gibbs and referred to the Committee on
Transportation and Infrastructure. Within the Committee, H.R.
3409 was referred to the Subcommittee on Coast Guard and
Maritime Transportation.
The Subcommittee on Coast Guard and Maritime Transportation
was discharged from further consideration of H.R. 3409 on June
26, 2019.
The Committee considered H.R. 3409 on June 26, 2019, and
ordered the measure to be reported to the House with a
favorable recommendation, as amended, by voice vote. During
consideration, the Committee adopted amendments which included
the text of the following measures: H.R. 367, the Pay Our Coast
Guard Parity Act of 2019; H.R. 3488, the Coast Guard Academy
Improvement Act, (Title VIII); S. 1287, the Strengthening Buy
America for Small Shipyard Grants Act (Sec. 319).
The Chair of the Committee on Homeland Security sent a
letter to the Chair of the Committee on Transportation and
Infrastructure on July 16, 2019, agreeing that, in order to
expedite consideration of H.R. 3409 on the House Floor, the
Committee on Homeland Security would not seek a sequential
referral of H.R. 3409. On the following day, the Chair of the
Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure responded,
acknowledging the jurisdictional interests of the Committee on
Homeland Security and the agreement to not seek a sequential
referral.
The Committee reported H.R. 3409 to the House on July 23,
2019, as H. Rpt. 116-172.
The House considered H.R. 3409 under Suspension of the
Rules on July 24, 2019, and passed the measure, amended, by
voice vote. The text of H.R. 367 was struck from the measure
prior to consideration.
H.R. 3409 was received in the Senate on July 25, 2019, read
twice, and referred to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and
Transportation.
H.R. 3409 was included in included in Division D of H.R.
6395, the William M. (Mac) Thornberry National Defense
Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2021, as passed by the House.
See further action on H.R. 6395 listed above.
S. 2297
S. 2297, the Senate companion measure, was introduced in
the Senate on July 25, 2019, by Mr. Sullivan, Mr. Wicker, Ms.
Cantwell, and Mr. Markey and referred to the Senate Committee
on Commerce, Science, and Transportation.
The Senate Committee on Commerce, Science, and
Transportation considered S. 2297 on July 31, 2019, and ordered
the measure to be reported to the Senate, as amended.
H.R. 367
H.R. 367, the Pay Our Coast Guard Parity Act of 2019, was
introduced in the House on January 9, 2019, by Mr. DeFazio, Mr.
Mast, Mr. Thompson of Mississippi, and Mr. Garamendi; and
referred to the Committee on Appropriations, and the Committee
on Transportation and Infrastructure. Within the Committee,
H.R. 367 was referred to the Subcommittee on Coast Guard and
Maritime Transportation.
The Subcommittee on Coast Guard and Maritime Transportation
was discharged from further consideration of H.R. 367 on March
27, 2019.
The Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure
considered H.R. 367 on March 27, 2019, and ordered the measure
to be reported to the House, as amended, by voice vote.
The Committee reported H.R. 367 to the House on June 11,
2019, as H. Rpt. 116-110, Pt. I.
Provisions of H.R. 367 were offered as an amendment during
Committee consideration of H.R. 3409 and adopted. The
provisions were removed from the measure prior to consideration
by the House.
See also discussion of H.R. 367 below.
H.R. 632
H.R. 632, to direct the Secretary of the department in
which the Coast Guard is operating to issue a certificate of
documentation with a coastwise endorsement for the vessel
Safari Voyager; was introduced in the House on January 16,
2019, by Mr. Young and referred to the Committee on
Transportation and Infrastructure. Within the Committee, H.R.
632 was referred to the Subcommittee on Coast Guard and
Maritime Transportation.
The text of H.R. 632 was included in Section 410 of H.R.
3409 as introduced.
H.R. 633
H.R. 633, to direct the Secretary of the department in
which the Coast Guard is operating to issue a certificate of
documentation with a coastwise endorsement for the vessel
Pacific Provider; was introduced in the House on January 16,
2019, by Mr. Young and referred to the Committee on
Transportation and Infrastructure. Within the Committee, H.R.
633 was referred to the Subcommittee on Coast Guard and
Maritime Transportation.
The text of H.R. 633 was included in Section 410 of H.R.
3409 as introduced.
H.R. 1322 (S. 2153)
H.R. 1322, to require a report on the effects of climate
change on the Coast Guard, and for other purposes; was
introduced in the House on February 22, 2019, by Mr. Sean
Patrick Maloney of New York and Mr. Brown of Maryland, and
referred to the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure.
Within the Committee, H.R. 1322 was referred to the
Subcommittee on Coast Guard and Maritime Transportation.
The Subcommittee on Coast Guard and Maritime Transportation
was discharged from further consideration of H.R. 1322 on March
27, 2019.
The Full Committee considered H.R. 1322 on March 27, 2019,
and ordered the measure to be reported to the House favorably
by voice vote.
The Committee reported H.R. 1322 to the House on May 24,
2019, as H. Rpt. 116-85.
S. 2153, the Senate companion measure, was introduced in
the Senate on July 17, 2019, read twice, and referred to the
Senate Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation.
Provisions of H.R. 1322 were included in section 407 of
H.R. 3409 as introduced.
See also discussion of H.R. 1322 below.
H.R. 1821
H.R. 1821, to make technical corrections to provisions of
law enacted by the Frank LoBiondo Coast Guard Authorization Act
of 2018 (Pub. L. 105-282), and for other purposes; was
introduced in the House on March 18, 2019, by Mr. Gibbs and
referred to the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure.
Within the Committee, H.R. 1821 was referred to the
Subcommittee on Coast Guard and Maritime Transportation.
The text of H.R. 1821 was included in section 606 of H.R.
3409 as introduced.
H.R. 2276 (S. 1930)
H.R. 2276, the Fair and Equal Treatment of Women in the
Coast Guard Act, was introduced in the House on April 10, 2019,
by Mr. Pappas and referred to the Committee on Transportation
and Infrastructure. Within the Committee, H.R. 2276 was
referred to the Subcommittee on Coast Guard and Maritime
Transportation.
The text of H.R. 2276 was included in section 209 of H.R.
3409 as introduced.
S. 1930, the Senate companion measure, was introduced in
the Senate on June 20, 2019, and referred to the Senate
Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation.
H.R. 2893
H.R. 2893, the Boater Protection from Laser Pointers Act,
was introduced in the House on May 22, 2019, by Mr. Rouda and
Mr. Gibbs and referred to the Committee on Transportation and
Infrastructure. Within the Committee, H.R. 2893 was referred to
the Subcommittee on Coast Guard and Maritime Transportation.
The text of H.R. 2893 was included in section 310 of H.R.
3409 as introduced.
H.R. 2926
H.R. 2926, the Navigation Safety Act of 2019, was
introduced in the House on May 22, 2019, by Mr. Sean Patrick
Maloney of New York, and referred to the Committee on
Transportation and Infrastructure. Within the Committee, H.R.
2926 was referred to the Subcommittee on Coast Guard and
Maritime Transportation.
The text of H.R. 2926 was included in section 301 of H.R.
3409 as introduced.
H.R. 3066
H.R. 3066, the Supporting Our Coast Guard Members Act of
2019, was introduced in the House on June 3, 2019 by Mrs.
Fletcher and referred to the Committee on Transportation and
Infrastructure. Within the Committee, H.R. 3066 was referred to
the Subcommittee on Coast Guard and Maritime Transportation.
The text of H.R. 3066 was included in section 204 of H.R.
3409 as introduced.
H.R. 3140
H.R. 3140, the Commercial Fishing Industry Vessel
Clarification Act, was introduced in the House on June 5, 2019,
by Mr. Pappas and referred to the Committee on Transportation
and Infrastructure. Within the Committee, H.R. 3140 was
referred to the Subcommittee on Coast Guard and Maritime
Transportation.
The text of H.R. 3066 was included in section 501 of H.R.
3409 as introduced.
H.R. 3210
H.R. 3066, the Coast Guard Shore Infrastructure Improvement
Act, was introduced in the House on June 11, 2019, by Ms.
Mucarsel-Powell and Mr. Graves of Louisiana and referred to the
Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. Within the
Committee, H.R. 3210 was referred to the Subcommittee on Coast
Guard and Maritime Transportation.
The text of H.R. 3210 was included in section 408 of H.R.
3409 as introduced.
H.R. 3488
H.R. 3488, the Coast Guard Academy Improvement Act, was
introduced in the House on June 25, 2019, by Mr. Thompson of
Mississippi, Mr. Cummings, Mr. Correa, and Mr. Richmond and
referred to the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure.
Within the Committee, H.R. 3488 was referred to the
Subcommittee on Coast Guard and Maritime Transportation.
The text of H.R. 3488 was included in Title VIII of H.R.
3409 as introduced.
S. 1287
The text of S. 1287, the Strengthening Buy America for
Small Shipyard Grants Act, was included in section 316 of H.R.
3409 as introduced.
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Reauthorization of the Lake Pontchartrain Basin Restoration Program
H.R. 4275
To amend the Federal Water Pollution Control Act to reauthorize
the Lake Pontchartrain Basin Restoration Program, and for other
purposes.
Summary
The Lake Pontchartrain Basin watershed encompasses sixteen
Louisiana parishes (counties) and four Mississippi counties,
covering a 10,000 square mile area. The Basin also includes
Lake Borgne, Lake Maurepas, and receives flows from five rivers
and two bayous. Approximately 2.1 million people live in the
area of Lake Pontchartrain, the 630 square mile lake at the
center of the basin, making it the most densely populated area
in Louisiana.
The Basin is part of an essential wetland ecosystem,
providing habitat, spawning grounds, and food sources to
support numerous species of fish, birds, mammals, and plants.
Its fisheries provide recreation as well as livelihoods,
contributing over $35 million to the local economy by providing
much of the seafood harvested in the Gulf Coast.
Lake Pontchartrain and its surrounding area face several
challenges, most stemming from poor planning and
overdevelopment. Logging in the upland areas has caused
degradation, reduced plant growth, and increased saltwater
intrusions, which subsequently have prevented new growth and
contributed to a dead zone in the southeastern end of the lake.
The Basin also faces impacts from urban and agricultural
runoff, sewage overflow, and nonpoint source pollution. The
loss of wetlands to serve as natural filters for pollutants
exacerbates these effects.
The Basin Restoration Program helps to address these
environmental challenges, and the region is already seeing some
significant comebacks. Much of this success is due to a
collaborative effort between Federal, state, and local entities
who share an interest in a clean, healthy Lake and Basin.
Continued funding of these efforts is essential to protecting
and restoring the health of this ecosystem.
The Lake Pontchartrain Basin Restoration Program was
initially authorized at $20 million for each of FY2001-FY 2005.
Since fiscal year 2015, this program has received $900,000 in
appropriations annually.
Legislative History
H.R. 4275 was introduced in the House on September 11,
2019, by Mr. Graves of Louisiana and Mr. Richmond and referred
to the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. Within
the Committee, H.R. 4275 was referred to the Subcommittee on
Water Resources and Environment.
The Chair discharged the Subcommittee on Water Resources
and Environment from further consideration of H.R. 4275 on
September 19, 2019.
The Committee considered H.R. 4275 on September 19, 2019,
and ordered the measure to be reported to the House with a
favorable recommendation, as amended, by voice vote.
The Committee reported H.R. 4275 to the House on November
14, 2019, as H. Rpt. 116-291.
The House considered H.R. 4275 under Suspension of the
Rules on February 5, 2020, and passed the measure, as amended,
by voice vote.
H.R. 4275 was received in the Senate; read twice; and
referred to the Senate Committee on Environment and Public
Works.
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Preliminary Damage Assessment Improvement Act of 2019
H.R. 4358
To direct the Administrator of the Federal Emergency Management
Agency to submit to Congress a report on preliminary damage
assessment and to establish damage assessment teams in the
Federal Emergency Management Agency, and for other purposes.
Summary
State, tribal, territorial, and local, representatives are
responsible for conducting a preliminary damage assessment
(PDA) with the assistance of FEMA officials to validate damages
ahead of a governor's or chief executive's submittal of a
request for FEMA assistance to the President. FEMA uses PDA
findings in the wake of a hazard event to determine the extent
of damage and the resulting unmet needs of individuals and
households, businesses, and the public sector in an affected
community or area. PDA findings play a critical role in that
they form the basis for the determinations as to whether
damages are of a significant magnitude to warrant a disaster
declaration pursuant to the Robert T. Stafford Disaster Relief
and Emergency Assistance Act.
Despite the significance of PDAs, the Committee has
received reports of discrepancies across the ten FEMA regions
regarding the inconsistency of information, data, and FEMA
staffing involved in the PDA process. H.R. 4358 will direct
FEMA to produce a report examining the PDA process and
establish a consistent training program for FEMA personnel to
effectively and uniformly support these assessments.
Legislative History
H.R. 4358 was introduced in the House on September 17,
2019, by Mr. Katko and Mr. Cunningham and referred to the
Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. Within the
Committee, H.R. 4358 was referred to the Subcommittee on
Economic Development, Public Buildings, and Emergency
Management.
On September 30, 2020, the Subcommittee on Economic
Development, Public Buildings, and Emergency Management was
discharged from further consideration of H.R. 4358.
The Committee considered H.R. 4358 on September 30, 2020,
and ordered the measure to be reported to the House with a
favorable recommendation, as amended, by voice vote.
The Committee reported H.R. 4358 to the House on November
16, 2020, as H. Rpt. 116-575.
The House considered H.R. 4358 under Suspension of the
Rules on November 17, 2020, and passed the measure, amended, by
voice vote.
H.R. 4358 was received in the Senate on November 18, 2020,
read twice, and referred to the Senate Committee on Homeland
Security and Governmental Affairs.
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To rename the Saint Lawrence Seaway Development Corporation the Great
Lakes St. Lawrence Seaway Development Corporation
H.R. 4470 (S. 4870)
To rename the Saint Lawrence Seaway Development Corporation the
Great Lakes St. Lawrence Seaway Development Corporation.
Summary
H.R. 4470 seeks to rename the Saint Lawrence Seaway
Development Corporation to the ``Great Lakes St. Lawrence
Seaway Development Corporation.'' This change is intended to
more accurately portray the geographical scope of the agency
and the important role the agency plays in the global commerce
trade as a direct connection from the Great Lakes to the
Atlantic Ocean.
According to the Congressional Research Service, the entire
Great Lakes and St. Lawrence Seaway system runs for 2,300
nautical miles from the Gulf of St. Lawrence to Duluth,
Minnesota. (CRS, The Great Lakes-St. Lawrence Seaway Navigation
System: Options for Growth, (R44664)). This waterway system
allows the waterborne transport of commercial goods,
commodities, and raw materials between the Atlantic Ocean and
commercial ports within the Great Lakes system. It takes a ship
six to seven days to sail from Montreal, Canada, to Duluth,
Minnesota, or to Chicago, Illinois. There are two distinct
categories of vessel traffic on the system: intra-lakes trade,
and transits between the Great Lakes and the St. Lawrence
Seaway.
The Saint Lawrence Seaway portion of the system (Seaway) is
a 328 nautical-mile deep-draft waterway between the Port of
Montreal, Canada, and Lake Erie. It connects the Great Lakes
with the Atlantic Ocean via the lower St. Lawrence River. The
Seaway includes a network of 15 locks and connecting channels
located in Canada and the United States. Thirteen of the locks
belong to Canada and the remaining two locks, located in
Massena, New York, belong to the United States.
Legislative History
H.R. 4470 was introduced in the House on September 24,
2019, by Ms. Kaptur and 10 original cosponsors and referred to
the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. Within the
Committee, H.R. 4470 was referred to the Subcommittee on Water
Resources and Environment.
On February 26, 2020, the Chair discharged the Subcommittee
on Water Resources and Environment from further consideration
of H.R. 4470.
The Committee considered H.R. 4470 on February 26, 2020,
and ordered the measure to be reported to the House with a
favorable recommendation, without amendment, by voice vote.
The Committee reported H.R. 4470 to the House on September
4, 2020, as H. Rpt. 116-487.
The House considered H.R. 4470 under Suspension of the
Rules on October 1, 2020, and passed the measure, as amended,
by voice vote.
H.R. 4470 was received in the Senate on October 19, 2020,
read twice, and referred to the Senate Committee on Environment
and Public Works.
S. 4870
S. 4870, the Senate companion measure, was introduced in
the Senate on October 26, 2020, by Mr. Brown, Mr. Portman, and
Ms. Stabenow and referred to the Senate Committee on
Environment and Public Works.
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Ocean Pollution Reduction Act II
H.R. 4611
To modify permitting requirements with respect to the discharge
of any pollutant from the Point Loma Wastewater Treatment Plant
in certain circumstances, and for other purposes.
Summary
H.R. 4611 seeks to clarify that the City of San Diego,
California, can utilize the standard Clean Water Act National
Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) permit renewal
process and does not need a variance application to continue
operating the E.W. Blom Point Loma Metropolitan Wastewater
Treatment Plant and the Point Loma Ocean Outfall, subject to
the implementation of the permitting requirements specified in
the bill.
Legislative History
H.R. 4611 was introduced in the House on October 4, 2019,
by Mr. Peters and referred to the Committee on Transportation
and Infrastructure, and the Committee on Natural Resources.
Within the Committee, H.R. 4611 was referred to the
Subcommittee on Water Resources and Environment.
On September 30, 2020, the Subcommittee on Water Resources
and Environment was discharged from further consideration of
H.R. 4611.
The Committee considered H.R. 4611 on September 30, 2020,
and ordered the measure to be reported to the House with a
favorable recommendation, as amended, by voice vote.
The Chair of the Committee on Natural Resources sent a
letter to the Chair of the Committee on Transportation and
Infrastructure on November 12, 2020, agreeing that, in order to
expedite consideration on the Floor, the Committee on Natural
Resources would waive further consideration of H.R. 4611. On
that same date the Chair of the Committee on Transportation and
Infrastructure responded, acknowledging the jurisdictional
interests of the Committee on Natural Resources and the
agreement to waive further consideration of H.R. 4611.
The Committee reported H.R. 4611 to the House on November
16, 2020, as H. Rpt. 116-576, Pt. I. Subsequently, the
Committee on Natural Resources was discharged from further
consideration of H.R. 4611.
The House considered H.R. 4611 under Suspension of the
Rules on November 17, 2020, and passed the measure, amended, by
a \2/3\ record vote of 395 yeas and 4 nays (Roll Call Vote No.
221).
H.R. 4611 was received in the Senate on November 18, 2020,
read twice, and referred to the Senate Committee on Environment
and Public Works.
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Sami's Law
H.R. 4686 (H.R. 3262, S. 1871)
To require ride-hailing companies to implement an enhanced
digital system to verify passengers with their authorized
ridehailing vehicles and drivers.
Summary
H.R. 4686 directs the Department of Transportation to
withhold Federal-aid highway funds if the State does not enact
and enforce certain transportation network company (TNC)
vehicle identification laws. States must require TNC drivers to
display a front and rear license plate, a scannable code on
windows so riders can verify they have the correct authorized
vehicle, and display signs visible from fifty feet in both day
and night.
Legislative History
H.R. 4686 was introduced in the House on October 15, 2019,
by Mr. Smith of New Jersey and Mr. Suozzi, and referred to the
Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, and the
Committee on Energy and Commerce. Within the Committee, H.R.
4686 was referred to the Subcommittee on Highways and Transit.
The Chair of the Committee on Energy and Commerce sent a
letter to the Chair of the Committee on Transportation on July
27, 2020, agreeing that, in order to expedite consideration on
the House Floor, the Committee on Energy and Commerce would
waive further consideration of H.R. 4686. On that same date,
the Chair of the Committee on Transportation responded
acknowledging the jurisdictional interests of the Committee on
Energy and Commerce and the agreement to waive further
consideration of H.R. 4686.
The House considered H.R. 4686 under Suspension of the
Rules on July 29, 2020, and passed the measure, amended, by
voice vote. During consideration, the title of the measure was
amended.
H.R. 3262
H.R. 3262 was introduced in the House on June 13, 2019, by
Mr. Smith of New Jersey and Mr. Suozzi, and referred to the
Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, and the
Committee on Energy and Commerce. Within the Committee, H.R.
3262 was referred to the Subcommittee on Highways and Transit.
S. 1871
S. 1871, the Senate companion measure, was introduced in
the Senate on June 13, 2019, by Mr. Cardin, Mr. Blumenthal, and
Mr. Menendez and referred to the Senate Committee on
Environment and Public Works.
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Funding Instruction for Safety, Health, and Security Avoids Fishing
Emergencies Act
H.R. 4719 (S. 1410)
To amend the Federal share of the fishing safety standards
grants.
Summary
H.R. 4719 amends the Federal share of the fishing safety
standards grants to support fishing safety training and
research programs. The legislation would restore the Federal
share of fishing training and research grants back to 75
percent and would also reauthorize the safety training and
research programs for $6,000,000 per year from 2019 through
2021. Finally, the bill, as amended, makes several non-
controversial changes to certain provisions regarding
authorities related to the former United States Lighthouse
Service that the Coast Guard has found are no longer necessary,
and transfers to title 14 the Lighthouse Service-related
provisions the Service wants to retain.
Legislative History
H.R. 4719
H.R. 4719 was introduced in the House on October 17, 2019,
by Mr. Golden and Mr. Young and referred to the Committee on
Transporation and Infrastructure. Within the Committee, H.R.
4719 was referred to the Subcommittee on Coast Guard and
Maritime Transportation.
The Chair discharged the Subcommittee on Coast Guard and
Maritime Transportation from further consideration of H.R. 4719
on October 29, 2019.
The Committee considered H.R. 4719 on October 29, 2019, and
ordered the measure to be reported to the House with a
favorable recommendation, as amended, by voice vote.
The Committee reported H.R. 4719 to the House on December
12, 2019, as H. Rpt. 116-340.
The House considered H.R. 4719 under Suspension of the
Rules on December 16, 2019. The House passed H.R. 4719 on
December 17, 2019, by voice vote.
H.R. 4719 was received in the Senate on December 18, 2019,
read twice, and referred to the Senate Committee on Commerce,
Science, and Transportation.
S. 1410
S. 1410, the Senate companion measure, was introduced in
the Senate on May 9, 2019, by Mr. Markey and eight original
cosponsors and referred to the Senate Committee on Commerce,
Science, and Transportation.
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Stop Sexual Assault and Harassment in Transportation Act
H.R. 5139 (H.R. 5096)
To protect transportation personnel and passengers from sexual
assault and harassment, and for other purposes.
Summary
H.R. 5139 protects personnel and passengers during
passenger transportation by air, motor carrier, commuter and
intercity rail, transit, vessel, and rideshare from sexual
assault and harassment and to improve the response to and
facilitate the reporting of such incidents.
The United States prides itself on being an innovator and
leader in transportation. However, recent media reports have
brought to light the often-untold stories of transportation
personnel and travelers exposed to sexual assault and
harassment in passenger transportation. The stories include
company employees and passengers, especially women and
children, being sexually harassed or assaulted on airplanes,
crowded trains, and cruise ships. The reality is that
passengers and personnel experiencing such situations are in
confined spaces, often with limited options to respond to or
escape the unwelcome behavior.
While it is estimated that 90 percent of U.S. companies
currently have a sexual harassment policy in place, one in five
companies does not offer training to prevent such incidents.
This can leave passengers vulnerable and personnel unequipped
to adequately address incidents when they occur. Furthermore,
there is no Federal clearinghouse for data on transportation-
related sexual assault or harassment incidents.
For these reasons, a Federal response is necessary. It is
critical that the United States maintain a safe transportation
system for the traveling public, and that transportation
providers enact strict policies to prevent sexual assault and
harassment in transportation and adopt clear procedures to
respond to such incidents.
Legislative History
H.R. 5139 was introduced in the House on November 18, 2019,
by Mr. DeFazio and 18 original cosponsors and referred to the
Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, and in addition
to the Committee on the Judiciary. Within the Committee, H.R.
5139 was referred to the Subcommittee on Aviation; the
Subcommittee on Highways and Transit; the Subcommittee on Coast
Guard and Maritime Transportation; and the Subcommittee on
Railroads, Pipelines, and Hazardous Materials.
The Chair discharged the Subcommittee on Aviation; the
Subcommittee on Highways and Transit; the Subcommittee on Coast
Guard and Maritime Transportation; and the Subcommittee on
Railroads, Pipelines, and Hazardous Materials from further
consideration of H.R. 5139 on November 20, 2019.
The Committee considered H.R. 5139 on November 20, 2019,
and ordered the measure to be reported to the House with a
favorable recommendation, as amended, by voice vote.
The Chair of the Committee on the Judiciary sent a letter
to the Chair of the Committee on Transportation and
Infrastructure on February 7, 2020, agreeing that, in order to
expedite consideration on the House Floor, the Committee on the
Judiciary would waive further consideration of H.R. 5139. On
that same date, the Chair of the Committee on Transportation
and Infrastructure responded, acknowledging the jurisdictional
interests of the Committee on the Judiciary and the agreement
to waive further consideration.
The Committee reported H.R. 5139 to the House on July 29,
2020, as H. Rpt. 116-463, Pt. I.
The House considered H.R. 5139 under Suspension of the
Rules on October 1, 2020, and passed the measure, as amended,
by voice vote.
H.R. 5096
H.R. 5096, the Cruise Passenger Protection Act, was
introduced in the House on November 14, 2019, by Ms. Matsui and
Mr. Fortenberry and referred to the Committee on Transportation
and Infrastructure. Within the Committee, H.R. 5096 was
referred to the Subcommittee on Coast Guard and Maritime
Transportation.
Provisions of H.R. 5096 relating to cruise vessel
surveillance were included in H.R. 5139.
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Expedited Delivery of Airport Infrastructure Act of 2020
H.R. 5912 (S. 2958)
To amend title 49, United States Code, to permit the use of
incentive payments to expedite certain federally financed
airport development projects.
Summary
H.R. 5912 permits airports to use Airport Improvement
Program (AIP) funds to make incentive payments to contractors
for early completion of airport development and planning
projects. It seeks to incentivize early completion of Federally
funded airport improvement projects. The AIP--a grant program
administered by the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA)--is a
key source of funding for the planning and development of
public-use airports in the United States. AIP funds are often
used for airside infrastructure projects, such as runway,
taxiway, or apron construction or reconstruction. While
necessary and beneficial, these projects can sometimes have a
significant effect on an airport's operations and its users.
H.R. 5912 could help alleviate these effects by permitting
airports to use AIP funds to make incentive payments to
contractors for early completion of certain airport development
and planning projects.
Legislative History
H.R. 5912 was introduced in the House on February 18, 2020,
by Mr. Graves of Missouri and Mr. Graves of Louisiana and
referred to the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure.
Within the Committee, H.R. 5912 was referred to the
Subcommittee on Aviation.
On February 26, 2020, the Chair discharged the Subcommittee
on Aviation from further consideration of H.R. 5912.
The Committee considered H.R. 5912 on February 26, 2020,
and ordered the measure to be reported to the House with a
favorable recommendation, without amendment, by voice vote.
The Committee reported H.R. 5912 to the House on July 29,
2020, as H. Rpt. 116-464.
The House considered H.R. 5912 under Suspension of the
Rules on October 1, 2020, and passed the measure, as amended,
by voice vote.
S. 3958
S. 3958 was introduced in the Senate on June 15, 2020, by
Mr. Young, Ms. Sinema, and Mr. Cruz, and referred to the Senate
Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation.
The Senate Committee on Commerce, Science, and
Transportation considered S. 3958 on July 22, 2020, and ordered
the measure to be reported, favorably with an amendment.
The Senate Committee on Commerce, Science, and
Transportation considered S. 3958 on December 16, 2020, as S.
Rpt. 116-331.
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National Children's Museum Act
H.R. 5919
To amend title 40, United States Code, to require the
Administrator of General Services to enter into a cooperative
agreement with the National Children's Museum to provide the
National Children's Museum rental space without charge in the
Ronald Reagan Building and International Trade Center, and for
other purposes.
Summary
H.R. 5919 directs the Administrator of the General Services
Administration (GSA) to enter into a cooperative agreement with
the National Children's Museum for the approximately 32,369
square feet of space which the Museum currently occupies in the
Ronald Reagan Building and International Trade Center in
Washington, D.C., rent free, for the duration of the current
lease.
Legislative History
H.R. 5919 was introduced in the House on February 14, 2020,
by Ms. Norton, Mr. Beyer, Mr. Raskin, and Mr. Rodney Davis of
Illinois and referred to the Committee on Transportation and
Infrastructure. Within the Committee, H.R. 5919 was referred to
the Subcommittee on Economic Development, Public Buildings, and
Emergency Management.
On September 30, 2020, the Subcommittee on Economic
Development, Public Buildings, and Emergency Management was
discharged from further consideration of H.R. 5919.
The Committee considered H.R. 5919 on September 30, 2020,
and ordered the measure to be reported to the House with a
favorable recommendation, as amended, by voice vote.
The Committee reported H.R. 5919 to the House on November
16, 2020, as H. Rpt. 116-570.
The House considered H.R. 5919 under Suspension of the
Rules on November 17, 2020, and passed the measure, amended, by
voice vote.
H.R. 5919 was received in the Senate on November 18, 2020,
read twice, and referred to the Senate Committee on Environment
and Public Works.
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Preventing Disaster Revictimization Act
H.R. 5953
To amend the Disaster Recovery Reform Act to require the
Administrator of the Federal Emergency Management Agency to
waive certain debts owed to the United States related to
covered assistance provided to an individual or household, and
for other purposes.
Summary
H.R. 5953 amends section 1216(a) of the Disaster Recovery
Reform Act of 2018 by directing the Administrator of FEMA to
waive debts owed by individuals and households to the United
States when (1) disaster assistance was provided as a result of
an Agency error (such debt is deemed to be a hardship); or (2)
the disaster assistance provided might be subject to a claim or
legal action taken by the Agency. The bill also requires FEMA
to report to Congress detailing the number of errors the Agency
has made in providing assistance to disaster victims and
include proposed actions to reduce future errors.
Legislative History
H.R. 5953 was introduced in the House on February 25, 2020,
by Mr. Graves of Missouri, Mr. Huffman, Mr. LaMalfa, Mr.
Thompson of California, and Ms. Plaskett and referred to the
Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. Within the
Committee, H.R. 5953 was referred to the Subcommittee on
Economic Development, Public Buildings, and Emergency
Management.
On February 26, 2020, the Chair discharged the Subcommittee
on Economic Development, Public Buildings, and Emergency
Management from further consideration of H.R. 5953.
The Committee considered H.R. 5953 on February 26, 2020,
and ordered the measure to be reported to the House with a
favorable recommendation, as amended, by voice vote.
The Committee reported H.R. 5953 to the House on November
16, 2020, as H. Rpt. 116-577.
The House considered H.R. 5953 under Suspension of the
Rules on November 17, 2020, and passed the measure, amended, by
voice vote.
H.R. 5953 was received in the Senate on November 18, 2020,
read twice, and referred to the Senate Committee on Homeland
Security and Governmental Affairs.
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Reliable Emergency Alert Distribution Improvement Act of 2020
H.R. 6096
To improve oversight by the Federal Communications Commission
of the wireless and broadcast emergency alert systems.
Summary
H.R. 6096 amends the Warning, Alert, and Response Network
Act (Title VI of Pub. L. 109-711) to ensure better coordination
between the Federal agencies that deal with emergency
communications, including the Federal Emergency Management
Agency, and their partners at the State and local levels.
Specifically, the bill calls on the Federal Communications
Commission to work with State Emergency Communications
Committees to develop and update State plans to identify and
close any gaps in protocol or accountability.
The READI Act also requires the FCC to study and report to
Congress on the feasibility of expanding participation in the
Emergency Alert System to include streaming services and
internet platforms and whether such an action would increase
the reach and reliability of emergency alerts.
Legislative History
H.R. 6096 was introduced in the House on March 5, 2020 by
Mr. McNerney, Mr. Bilirakis, Mr. Olson, and Ms. Gabbard and
referred to the Committee on Energy and Commerce, and in
addition to the Committee on Transportation. Within the
Committee, H.R. 6096 was referred to the Subcommittee on
Economic Development, Public buildings, and Emergency
Management.
The Committee on Energy and Commerce considered H.R. 6096
on July 15, 2020, and ordered the measure to be reported to the
House with a favorable recommendation.
The Chair of the Committee on Transportation and
Infrastructure sent a letter to the Chair of the Committee on
Energy and Commerce on November 10, 2020, agreeing that, in
order to expedite consideration on the House Floor, the
Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure would waive
further consideration of H.R. 6096. The Chair of the Committee
on Energy and Commerce responded on November 13, 2020,
acknowledging the jurisdictional interests of the Committee on
Transportation and Infrastructure and the agreement to waive
further consideration of H.R. 6096.
The Committee on Energy and Commerce reported H.R. 6096 to
the House on November 16, 2020, as H. Rpt. 116-581, Pt. I.
Subsequently, the Committee on Transportation and
Infrastructure was discharged from further consideration of
H.R. 6096.
The House considered H.R. 6096 under Suspension of the
Rules on November 17, 2020, and passed the measure, amended, by
voice vote.
H.R. 6096 was received in the Senate on November 18, 2020,
read twice, and placed on the Senate Legislative Calendar.
H.R. 6096 was included in subtitle I of Title LX of
Division E of H.R. 6395 as passed by the Senate. See also
action on H.R. 6395 listed above.
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Water Resources Development Act of 2020
H.R. 7575 (H.R. 2206, H.R. 2440, H.R. 3863, H.R. 3923, H.R. 4032, H.R.
4470, H.R. 5288, H.R. 5476, H.R. 5504, H.R. 5960, H.R. 6057, H.R. 6684,
H.R. 6730, H.R. 6771, H.R. 6964, H.R. 6985, H.R. 7220, H.R. 7833)
To provide for improvements to the rivers and harbors of the
United States, to provide for the conservation and development
of water and related resources, and for other purposes.
Summary
H.R. 7575 authorizes the United States Army Corps of
Engineers (Corps) to carry out water resources development
activities for the Nation, usually through cost-shared
partnerships with non-Federal sponsors. Activities include
projects or studies to address river and coastal navigation,
the reduction of flood and hurricane storm damage risks,
shoreline protection, water supply and conservation, the
restoration and protection of ecosystems and the environment,
and disaster response and recovery.
In addition it enhances the Corps' responsibility to
address the long-term resiliency of Corps projects, enables the
Corps to address the deferred maintenance of our Nation's ports
and harbors, expands the Corps' ability to identify and
implement nature-based and natural infrastructure components,
addresses the affordability of Corps projects for economically
disadvantaged and rural communities, and modernizes aspects of
the Corps' decision-making structure.
America enjoys an unparalleled network of natural harbors
and rivers. The ports, channels, locks, dams, and other
infrastructure that support our maritime and waterways
transportation system and provide flood protection for our
homes and businesses are vitally important to a healthy
national economy, job growth, and global competitiveness.
Ensuring a sound infrastructure network is a shared
responsibility, with Federal and state roles recognized by our
Founding Fathers.
The Water Resources Development Act of 2020 (WRDA) promotes
the Federal commitment to our Nation's competitiveness,
prosperity, and economic growth by maintaining strong maritime
transportation infrastructure, ensuring the efficient flow of
domestic and international commerce, and protecting the lives
and livelihoods of the American people in a sustainable manner.
Through WRDA, Congress authorizes the key missions of the
Corps, including developing, maintaining, and supporting the
Nation's economically vital waterway infrastructure and
supporting effective and targeted flood protection and
environmental restoration needs. WRDA also provides Congress
the opportunity to implement critical policy reforms and
strengthen oversight.
Since 2014, the Committee has returned to regular
consideration of Water Resources Development Acts once each
Congress. WRDA 2020 continues the WRDA two-year cycle that
provides appropriate oversight of, and policy direction to, the
Administration and the Corps, including bipartisan changes to
how the Corps carries out vital coastal and inland navigation
projects and addresses both the resiliency and affordability of
future water resources development projects.
Legislative History
H.R. 7575 was introduced in the House on July 13, 2020, by
Mr. DeFazio, Mr. Graves of Missouri, Mrs. Napolitano, and Mr.
Westerman and referred to the Committee on Transportation and
Infrastructure and the Committee on the Budget. Within the
Committee, H.R. 7575 was referred to the Subcommittee on Water
Resources and Environment.
The Subcommittee on Water Resources and Environment was
discharged from further consideration of H.R. 7575 on July 15,
2020.
The Committee considered H.R. 7575 on July 15, 2020, and
ordered the measure to be reported to the House, amended, by
voice vote.
The Chair of the Committee on the Budget sent a letter to
the Chair of the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure
on July 24, 2020, agreeing that, in order to expedite
consideration on the House Floor, the Committee on the Budget
would waive further consideration of H.R. 7575. On that same
date, the Chair of the Committee on Transportation and
Infrastructure responded, acknowledging the jurisdictional
interests of the Committee on the Budget and the agreement to
waive further consideration.
The Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure reported
H.R. 7575 to the House on July 24, 2020, as H. Rpt. 116-460,
Pt. I. Subsequently, the Committee on the Budget was discharged
from further consideration of H.R. 7575.
The House considered H.R. 7575 under Suspension of the
Rules on July 29, 2020, and passed the measure, amended, by
voice vote.
H.R. 7575 was received in the Senate on July 30, 2020.
H.R. 7575 was adopted as an Amendment in the Nature of a
Substitute to S. 1811 during Floor consideration, for further
action see discussion of S. 1811 listed above.
H.R. 7575 was included in Division AA of H.R. 133. See
action on H.R. 133 listed above.
H.R. 2206
H.R. 2206, the Environmental Infrastructure Assistance Act,
was introduced in the House on April 10, 2019, by Mr. Stanton
and Mr. Gallego and referred to the Committee on Transportation
and Infrastructure. Within the Committee, H.R. 2206 was
referred to the Subcommittee on Water Resources and
Environment.
H.R. 2206 was included in section 326 of H.R. 7575, as
introduced.
H.R. 2440
H.R. 2440, the Full Utilization of the Harbor Maintenance
Trust Fund Act, was included in section 101 of H.R. 7575, as
introduced. See also further discussion of H.R. 2440 above.
H.R. 3863
H.R. 3863, to deauthorize the New London Harbor Waterfront
Channel, was introduced in the House on July 19, 2019, by Mr.
Courtney and referred to the Committee on Transportation and
Infrastructure. Within the Committee, H.R. 3863 was referred to
the Subcommittee on Water Resources and Environment.
H.R. 3863 was included in section 317 of H.R. 7575, as
introduced.
H.R. 3923
H.R. 3923, the Environmental Justice Act of 2019, was
introduced in the House on July 23, 2019, by Mr. Ruiz and
referred to the Committee on Energy and Commerce; the Committee
on Natural Resources; the Committee on Transportation and
Infrastructure; and the Committee on the Judiciary. Within the
Committee, H.R. 3923 was referred to the Subcommittee on Water
Resources and Environment.
H.R. 3923 was included in section 111 of H.R. 7575, as
introduced.
H.R. 4032
H.R. 4032, the Great Lakes Coastal Resiliency Act of 2019,
was introduced in the House on July 25, 2019, by Mr. Katko and
26 original cosponsors and referred to the Committee on
Transportation and Infrastructure. Within the Committee, H.R.
4032 was referred to the Subcommittee on Water Resources and
Environment.
H.R. 4032 was included in section 206 of H.R. 7575, as
introduced.
H.R. 4470
H.R. 4470, to rename the Saint Lawrence Seaway Development
Corporation the Great Lakes St. Lawrence Seaway Development
Corporation, was included in section 512 of H.R. 7575, as
passed by the House. See also further discussion of H.R. 2440
above.
H.R. 5288
H.R. 5288, the Upper Mississippi River Flood Control Act,
was introduced in the House on December 3, 2019, by Mr.
Luetkemeyer and referred to the Committee on Transportation and
Infrastructure. Within the Committee, H.R. 5288 was referred to
the Subcommittee on Water Resources and Environment.
H.R. 5288 was included in section 210 of H.R. 7575, as
introduced.
H.R. 5476
H.R. 5476, the Local Expertise is Vital for Effective
Embankments Act, was introduced in the House on December 18,
2019, by Mrs. Axne and Mr. Bacon and referred to the Committee
on Transportation and Infrastructure. Within the Committee,
H.R. 5476 was referred to the Subcommittee on Water Resources
and Environment.
H.R. 5476 was included in section 120 of H.R. 7575, as
introduced.
H.R. 5504
H.R. 5504, to amend the National Dam Safety Program Act
with respect to the definition of eligible high hazard
potential dam, and for other purposes; was introduced in the
House on December 19, 2019, by Ms. Brownley of California and
referred to the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure.
Within the Committee, H.R. 5504 was referred to the
Subcommittee on Water Resources and Environment.
H.R. 5504 was included in section 135 of H.R. 7575, as
introduced.
H.R. 5960
H.R. 5960, to require the Secretary of the Army to convey
certain Federal property in the State of Ohio to the Friends of
Barker House; was introduced in the House on February 25, 2020,
by Mr. Johnson of Ohio and referred to the Committee on
Transportation and Infrastructure. Within the Committee, H.R.
5960 referred to the Subcommittee on Water Resources and
Environment.
H.R. 5960 was included in section 330 of H.R. 7575, as
introduced.
H.R. 6057
H.R. 6057, the Stop the Spread of Invasive Mussels Act of
2020, was introduced in the House on March 2, 2020, by Mr.
McAdams and Mr. Tipton and referred to the Committee on
Transportation and Infrastructure and the Committee on Natural
Resources. Within the Committee, H.R. 6057 referred to the
Subcommittee on Water Resources and Environment.
H.R. 6057 was included in section 505 of S. 1811, as passed
by the House.
H.R. 6684
H.R. 6684, the Yolo Bypass System Improvement Act of 2020,
was introduced in the House on May 1, 2020, by Ms. Matsui and
Mr. Garamendi and referred to the Committee on Transportation
and Infrastructure. Within the Committee, H.R. 6684 referred to
the Subcommittee on Water Resources and Environment.
H.R. 6684 was included in section 205 of H.R. 7575, as
introduced.
H.R. 6730
H.R. 6730, to authorize the Secretary of the Army, acting
through the Chief of Engineers, to convey certain property to
the Massac-Metropolis Port District, and for other purposes;
was introduced in the House on May 5, 2020, by Mr. Shimkus and
referred to the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure.
Within the Committee, H.R. 6730 referred to the Subcommittee on
Water Resources and Environment.
H.R. 6684 was included in section 330 of H.R. 7575, as
introduced.
H.R. 6771
H.R. 6771, to require the Secretary of the Army, acting
through the Chief of Engineers, to convey certain property to
the Tri-County Levee District; was introduced in the House on
May 8, 2020, by Mr. Luetkemeyer and referred to the Committee
on Transportation and Infrastructure. Within the Committee,
H.R. 6771 referred to the Subcommittee on Water Resources and
Environment.
H.R. 6771 was included in section 330 of H.R. 7575, as
introduced.
H.R. 6964
H.R. 6964, to establish a lower Missouri River flood
prevention program, and for other purposes; was introduced in
the House on May 22, 2020, by Mr. Cleaver, Ms. Davids of
Kansas, Mrs. Axne, Mr. Smith of Nebraska, Mr. Watkins, and Mr.
Bacon and referred to the Committee on Transportation and
Infrastructure. Within the Committee, H.R. 6964 referred to the
Subcommittee on Water Resources and Environment.
H.R. 6964 was included in section 211 of H.R. 7575, as
introduced.
H.R. 6985
H.R. 6985, the Dam Safety Improvement Act, was introduced
in the House on May 22, 2020, by Mr. Sean Patrick Maloney of
New York and referred to the Committee on Transportation and
Infrastructure. Within the Committee, H.R. 6985 referred to the
Subcommittee on Water Resources and Environment.
H.R. 6985 was included in section 135 of H.R. 7575, as
introduced.
H.R. 7220
H.R. 7220, the Hudson River Climate Change Protection Act,
was introduced in the House on June 15, 2020, by Mr. Sean
Patrick Maloney of New York, Ms. Velazquez, and Mr. Espaillat
and referred to the Committee on Transportation and
Infrastructure. Within the Committee, H.R. 7220 referred to the
Subcommittee on Water Resources and Environment.
H.R. 7220 was included in section 203 of H.R. 7575, as
introduced.
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FEMA Assistance Relief Act of 2020
H.R. 8266
To modify the Federal cost share of certain emergency
assistance provided under the Robert T. Stafford Disaster
Relief and Emergency Assistance Act, to modify the activities
eligible for assistance under the emergency declaration issued
by the President on March 13, 2020 relating to COVID-19, and
for other purposes.
Summary
H.R. 8266 increases the Federal share of Federal Emergency
Management Agency's Public Assistance program funding from 75
percent to not less than 90 percent for emergencies and
disasters declared by the President in calendar year 2020. The
Public Assistance program provides Federal help, typically
through reimbursement, as a supplement to state, tribal,
territorial, and local (STTL) efforts to respond to and recover
from incidents.
Further, for COVID-19-related declarations--for which the
President invoked Section 501(b) of the Stafford Act, which
explicitly states ``the United States exercises exclusive or
preeminent responsibility and authority''--the bill increases
the Federal share to 100 percent.
Legislative History
H.R. 8266 was introduced in the House on September 16,
2020, by Mr. DeFazio and 34 original cosponsors and referred to
the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. Within the
Committee, H.R. 8266 was referred to the Subcommittee on
Economic Development, Public Buildings, and Emergency
Management.
On September 30, 2020, the Subcommittee on Economic
Development, Public Buildings, and Emergency Management was
discharged from further consideration of H.R. 8266.
The Committee considered H.R. 8266 on September 30, 2020,
and ordered the measure to be reported to the House with a
favorable recommendation, as amended, by voice vote.
The Committee reported H.R. 8266 to the House on November
16, 2020, as H. Rpt. 116-580.
The House considered H.R. 8266 under Suspension of the
Rules on November 17, 2020, and passed the measure, amended, by
voice vote.
H.R. 8266 was received in the Senate on November 18, 2020,
read twice, and referred to the Senate Committee on Homeland
Security and Governmental Affairs.
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Child Care is Economic Development Act of 2020
H.R. 8326
To amend the Public Works and Economic Development Act of 1965
to require eligible recipients of certain grants to develop a
comprehensive economic development strategy that directly or
indirectly increases the accessibility of affordable, quality
child care, and for other purposes.
Summary
H.R. 8326 amends the Public Works and Economic Development
Act of 1965 (PWEDA) to require eligible recipients of certain
grants to develop a comprehensive economic development strategy
that directly or indirectly increases the accessibility of
affordable, quality childcare, and for other purposes.
Legislative History
H.R. 8326 was introduced in the House on September 21,
2020, by Ms. Finkenauer and Mr. Hagedorn and referred to the
Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and the
Committee on Financial Services. Within the Committee, H.R.
8326 was referred to the Subcommittee on Economic Development,
Public Buildings, and Emergency Management.
On September 30, 2020, the Subcommittee on Economic
Development, Public Buildings, and Emergency Management was
discharged from further consideration of H.R. 8326.
The Committee considered H.R. 8326 on September 30, 2020,
and ordered the measure to be reported to the House with a
favorable recommendation, without amendment, by voice vote.
The Chair of the Committee on Financial Services sent a
letter to the Chair of the Committee on Transportation and
Infrastructure on November 13, 2020, agreeing that, in order to
expedite consideration on the House Floor, the Committee on
Financial Services would waive further consideration of H.R.
8326. On that same date, the Chair of the Committee on
Transportation and Infrastructure responded acknowledging the
jurisdictional interests of the Committee on Financial Services
and the agreement to waive further consideration.
The Committee reported H.R. 8326 to the House on November
16, 2020, as H. Rpt. 116-578, Pt. I. Subsequently, the
Committee on Financial Services was discharged from further
consideration of H.R. 8326.
The House considered H.R. 8326 under Suspension of the
Rules on November 17, 2020, and passed the measure, by voice
vote.
H.R. 8326 was received in the Senate on November 18, 2020,
read twice, and referred to the Senate Committee on Environment
and Public Works.
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Aircraft Certification Reform and Accountability Act
H.R. 8408 (S. 3866, S. 3969)
To direct the Administrator of the Federal Aviation
Administration to require certain safety standards relating to
aircraft, and for other purposes.
Summary
H.R. 8408, the Aircraft Certification Reform and
Accountability Act, improves aviation safety by reforming the
Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) aircraft certification
process; ensure that the FAA and aircraft manufacturers develop
and maintain robust safety cultures; establish enhanced safety
requirements related to the design of new aircraft, engines,
propellers, and appliances, as well as enhanced requirements
for the FAA's processes for certifying new designs as safe; and
understand and address issues identified related to
international pilot training, human factors, and automation in
the cockpit.
Legislative History
H.R. 8408 was introduced in the House on September 29,
2020, by Mr. DeFazio, Mr. Graves of Missouri, Mr. Larsen of
Washington, and Mr. Graves of Louisiana, and referred to the
Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. Within the
Committee, H.R. 8408 was referred to the Subcommittee on
Aviation.
On September 30, 2020, the Subcommittee on Aviation was
discharged from further consideration of H.R. 8408.
The Committee considered H.R. 8408 on September 30, 2020,
and ordered the measure to be reported to the House with a
favorable recommendation, without amendment, by voice vote. The
Committee reported H.R. 8408 to the House on November 16, 2020,
as H. Rpt. 116-579. The House considered H.R. 8408 under
Suspension of the Rules on November 17, 2020, and passed the
measure, amended, by voice vote.
H.R. 8408 was received in the Senate on November 18, 2020,
read twice, and referred to the Senate Committee on Commerce,
Science, and Transportation.
H.R. 8408 was included in Title V of H.R. 133. See action
on H.R. 133 listed above.
S. 3866
S. 3866, the Aircraft Safety Improvement Act of 2020, was
introduced in the Senate on June 2, 2020 by Mr. Wicker and
referred to the Senate Committee on Commerce, Science, and
Transportation.
S. 3969
S. 3969, the Aircraft Safety and Certification Reform Act
of 2020, was introduced in the Senate on June 16, 2020 by Mr.
Wicker and Ms. Cantwell and referred to the Senate Committee on
Commerce, Science, and Transportation.
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Moving Our Democracy and Congressional Operations Towards Modernization
Resolution
H. Res. 756
Implementing the recommendations adopted by the Select
Committee on the Modernization of Congress.
Summary
Among other items recommended by the Select Committee on
the Modernization of Congress, H. Res. 756 includes provisions
relating to the Capitol Complex. Specifically, Section 403
requires a joint report by the Architect of the Capitol, the
Sergeant at Arms of the House of Representatives, and the
Executive Director of the Office of Congressional Workplace
Rights, on identifying and making recommendation on
improvements to the Capitol complex that are not adequately
handicapped accessible.
Legislative History
H. Res. 756 was introduced in the House on December 10,
2019, by Mr. Kilmer and 11 original cosponsors and referred to
the Committee on House Administration, and in addition to the
Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, and the
Committee on the Judiciary. Within the Committee, H. Res. 756
was referred to the Subcommittee on Economic Development,
Public Buildings, and Emergency Management.
The Chair of the Committee on Transportation and
Infrastructure sent a letter to the Chair of the Committee on
House Administration on March 3, 2020, agreeing that, in order
to expedite consideration on the House Floor, the Committee on
Transportation and Infrastructure would waive further
consideration of H. Res. 756. The Chair of the Committee on
House Administration responded on March 4, 2020, acknowledging
the agreement to waive further consideration of H. Res. 756.
The House considered H. Res. 756 under Suspension of the
Rules on March 10, 2020, and passed the measure by a \2/3\
record vote of 395 yeas and 13 nays (Roll Call Vote 93).
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Condemning the poisoning of Russian opposition leader Alexei Navalny
H. Res. 1145
Condemning the poisoning of Russian opposition leader Alexei
Navalny and calling for a robust United States and
international response.
Summary
H. Res. 1145 condemns the poisoning of Mr. Alexei Navalny,
a Russian opposition leader, on August 20, 2020, during a
flight from Tomsk to Moscow, the Russian Federation, in a
presumably politically motivated attack. The apparent poisoning
of Mr. Navalny by a Novichok nerve agent likely occurred
through poison mixed into his tea.
This resolution encourages the condemnation of the
poisoning and supporting an investigation into a review of the
incident to determine the perpetrators of this incident with
the view to restrict the issuance of visas and freeze the
assets of those involved. Additionally, the resolution supports
the imposition of sanctions under the Chemical and Biological
Weapons Control and Warfare Elimination Act of 1991 (Pub. L.
102-182).
Legislative History
H. Res. 1145 was introduced in the House on September 2,
2020, by Mr. McGovern, Mr. Fitzpatrick, Mr. Malinowski, and Mr.
Smith of New Jersey and referred to the Committee on Foreign
Affairs; the Committee on Financial Services; the Committee on
Ways and Means; the Committee on Transportation and
Infrastructure; and the Committee on Oversight and Reform.
Within the Committee, H. Res. 1145 was referred to the
Subcommittee on Aviation.
On October 1, 2020, the Committee on Foreign Affairs
considered H. Res. 1145 and ordered the measure to be reported
to the House with a favorable recommendation, as amended, by
voice vote.
The Chair of the Committee on Transportation and
Infrastructure sent a letter to the Chair of the Committee on
Foreign Affairs on November 10, 2020, agreeing that, in order
to expedite consideration on the House Floor, the Committee on
Transportation and Infrastructure would waive further
consideration of H. Res. 1145. On that same date, the Chair of
the Committee on Foreign Affairs responded acknowledging the
jurisdictional interests of the Committee on Transportation and
Infrastructure and the agreement to waive further
consideration.
The House considered H. Res. 1145 under Suspension of the
Rules on November 17, 2020, and passed the measure, amended, by
voice vote.
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The Joseph H. Rainey Room, H-150, The Capitol
H. Res. 1253
Designating room H-150 of the United States Capitol as ``The
Joseph H. Rainey Room'' to honor the historic life, career, and
legacy of Representative Joseph Rainey of South Carolina on the
150th Anniversary of his seating as a member of the House of
Representatives.
Summary
Born into slavery in 1832 in South Carolina, Joseph H.
Rainey was elected to the U.S. House of Representatives as a
Republican during a special election in 1870. Mr. Rainey was
the first African-American Representative to serve in Congress
in 1870 and served four terms, until 1879.
Legislative History
H. Res. 1253 was introduced in the House on December 9,
2020, by Mr. Clyburn, Ms. Pelosi, Mr. McCarthy, and 10 original
cosponsors and referred to the Committee on Transportation and
Infrastructure. Within the Committee, H. Res. 1253 was referred
to the Subcommittee on Economic Development, Public Buildings,
and Emergency Management.
The House passed H. Res. 1253 by unanimous consent on
December 10, 2020.
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MEASURES REPORTED BY THE COMMITTEE/PENDING IN THE HOUSE
Pay Our Coast Guard Parity Act of 2019
H.R. 367
Making appropriations for Coast Guard pay in the event an
appropriations Act expires before the enactment of a new
appropriations Act.
Summary
H.R. 367 provides continuing appropriations to the U.S.
Coast Guard that compensate them for their time, and for any
period in fiscal year 2019, during which interim or full-year
appropriations for the Coast Guard are not in effect.
During the shutdown in early 2019, the Coast Guard was the
only branch of the U.S. Armed Forces not compensated while on
duty. These continuing appropriations cover pay for active
duty, reserve, and civilian employees, and contractors of the
Coast Guard. It also covers basic allowances, funeral travel,
and gratuities for families of service members who have died on
active duty, as well as retired pay. These allocations are
dependent upon the other military branches receiving continuing
pay during a government shutdown and are provided until the
enactment of specified Coast Guard appropriations legislation.
Legislative History
H.R. 367 was introduced in the House on January 9, 2019, by
Mr. DeFazio, Mr. Mast, Mr. Thompson of Mississippi, and Mr.
Garamendi; and referred to the Committee on Appropriations, and
the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. Within the
Committee, H.R. 367 was referred to the Subcommittee on Coast
Guard and Maritime Transportation.
The Subcommittee on Coast Guard and Maritime Transportation
was discharged from further consideration of H.R. 367 on March
27, 2019.
The Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure
considered H.R. 367 on March 27, 2019, and ordered the measure
to be reported to the House, as amended, by voice vote.
The Committee reported H.R. 367 to the House on June 11,
2019, as H. Rpt. 116-110, Pt. I.
The text of H.R. 367 was adopted as an amendment to H.R.
3409 during Committee consideration on June 26, 2019, but not
included in the House-passed version.
See also discussion of H.R. 3409 above.
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Pipeline and LNG Facility Cybersecurity Preparedness Act
H.R. 370
To require the Secretary of Energy to carry out a program
relating to physical security and cybersecurity for pipelines
and liquefied natural gas facilities.
Summary
This bill requires the Department of Energy to implement a
program to ensure the security, resiliency, and survivability
of natural gas pipelines, hazardous liquid pipelines, and
liquefied natural gas facilities.
Legislative History
H.R. 370 was introduced in the House on January 9, 2019, by
Mr. Upton and Mr. Loebsack and referred to the Committee on
Energy and Commerce.
On May 16, 2019, the Committee on Energy and Commerce,
Subcommittee on Energy considered H.R. 370 and forwarded the
measure to the Full Committee by voice vote.
The Chair of the Committee on Transportation and
Infrastructure sent a letter to the Speaker of the House on May
20, 2019, requesting a sequential referral of H.R. 370 to the
Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure.
The Committee on Energy and Commerce considered H.R. 370 on
July 17, 2019, and ordered the measure to be reported to the
House by voice vote.
The Committee on Energy and Commerce reported H.R. 370 to
the House on November 20, 2019, as H. Rpt. 116-303, Pt. I.
H.R. 370 was sequentially referred to the Committee on
Transportation and Infrastructure on November 20, 2019, for a
period ending not later than November 20, 2019. Within the
Committee, H.R. 370 was referred to the Subcommittee on
Railroads, Pipelines, and Hazardous Materials. Subsequently,
the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure was
discharged from further consideration of H.R. 370.
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Aviation Funding Stability Act of 2019
H.R. 1108
To provide for funding from the Airport and Airway Trust Fund
for all Federal Aviation Administration activities in the event
of a Government shutdown, and for other purposes.
Summary
H.R. 1108 protects Federal Aviation Administration (FAA)
programs and personnel, and the U.S. aviation industry as a
whole, in the event of a future lapse in the agency's
appropriations.
Over the past six years, the FAA has shut down three times
due to lapses in appropriations. The most recent 35-day lapse
in appropriations that occurred between December 2018 and
January 2019 affected the FAA's ability to fulfill its mandate
and oversee the National Airspace System. In December, more
than 17,000 FAA employees--approximately 40 percent of the
entire agency--were furloughed, including the vast majority of
aviation safety inspectors. Those FAA employees either recalled
or who remained at work during the lapse were not paid during
this period.
The FAA's Airport and Airway Trust Fund (AATF) generates
sufficient revenue from the domestic passenger ticket tax,
commercial fuel tax, general aviation gasoline tax, and cargo
tax, among other sources, to fund fully all FAA-related
activities throughout a lapse in appropriations.
H.R. 1108 authorizes the FAA to continue to draw from the
AATF during a lapse in appropriations, with no General Fund
contributions, in order to sustain all of the agency's programs
at current funding levels. Under this legislation, all FAA
employees will remain at work during a lapse and will be
compensated for their work.
Legislative History
H.R. 1108 was introduced in the House on February 8, 2019,
by Mr. DeFazio and Mr. Larsen of Washington and referred to the
Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, and in addition
to the Committee on Ways and Means. Within the Committee, H.R.
1108 was referred to the Subcommittee on Aviation.
The Subcommittee on Aviation was discharged from further
consideration of H.R. 1108 on March 27, 2019.
The Full Committee considered H.R. 1108 on March 27, 2019,
and ordered the measure to be reported to the House, as
amended, favorably by voice vote.
The Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure report
filed on December 21, 2020, as H. Rpt. 116-681, Pt. I. The
Committee on Ways and Means was discharged from further
consideration of H.R. 1108.
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To amend the Robert T. Stafford Disaster Relief and Emergency
Assistance Act to ensure that unmet needs after a major disaster are
met.
H.R. 1311
To amend the Robert T. Stafford Disaster Relief and Emergency
Assistance Act to ensure that unmet needs after a major
disaster are met.
Summary
H.R. 1311 improves and expedites the delivery of federal
disaster assistance by adding a new section to the Robert T.
Stafford Disaster Relief and Emergency Assistance Act (Stafford
Act) (Pub. L. 100-707), Section 431. Section 431 would give the
Federal Emergency Management Administration (FEMA) the
authority to draw down up to 10 percent of the amount provided
by Sections 406 and 408 of the Stafford Act, and provide funds
to disaster areas within 30 days.
Additionally, Section 431 would give states the flexibility
to administer funds for unmet needs, such as disaster-related
home repair, and economic and business development activities.
Rather than requiring Federal approval, the bill would
create a mechanism for states to report to FEMA the criteria
established for determining how the funds are spent, the
allocation of funds, and the process for public notice and
comment. The bill would also provide FEMA with more flexibility
for immediate longer-term housing solutions for individuals to
rebuild.
Legislative History
H.R. 1311 was introduced in the House on February 19, 2019,
by Mr. Graves of Louisiana and Ms. Plaskett and referred to the
Committee on Transportation. Within the Committee, H.R. 1311
was referred to the Subcommittee on Economic Development,
Public Buildings, and Emergency Management.
The Subcommittee on Economic Development, Public Buildings,
and Emergency Management was discharged from further
consideration of H.R. 1311 on March 27, 2019.
The Full Committee considered H.R. 1311 on March 27, 2019,
and ordered the measure to be reported to the House favorably
by voice vote.
The Committee reported H.R. 1311 to the House on July 11,
2019, as H. Rpt. 116-146.
115TH CONGRESS
In the 115th Congress, H.R. 7322 was introduced in the
House on December 17, 2018, by Mr. Graves of Louisiana and Ms.
Plaskett and referred to the Committee on Transportation.
Within the Committee, H.R. 7322 was referred to the
Subcommittee on Economic Development, Public Buildings, and
Emergency Management.
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Directing the Library of Congress to obtain a stain glassed panel
depicting the seal of the District of Columbia and install the panel
H.R. 1318
To direct the Librarian of Congress to obtain a stained glass
panel depicting the seal of the District of Columbia and
install the panel among the stained glass panels depicting the
seals of States which overlook the Main Reading Room of the
Library of Congress Thomas Jefferson Building.
Summary
H.R. 1318 would direct the Librarian of Congress to obtain
a stained-glass panel depicting the seal of the District of
Columbia (D.C.) and install the panel among the stained glass
panels depicting the seals of States which overlook the Main
Reading Room of the Library of Congress Thomas Jefferson
Building concurrently with the planned renovation and
replacement of the existing glass panels.
The Committee understands there is a planned renovation and
replacement of the existing glass panels and seals after which
all the seals for the 50 States, in addition to those of the
U.S. territories, are expected to be included. This legislation
is intended to ensure the seal of D.C. is included concurrently
when the planned renovation occurs, thus minimizing costs to
the taxpayer.
Legislative History
116TH CONGRESS
H.R. 1318 was introduced in the House on February 27, 2019,
by Ms. Norton and referred to the Committee on Transportation
and Infrastructure. Within the Committee, H.R. 1318 was
referred to the Subcommittee on Economic Development, Public
Buildings, and Emergency Management.
The Subcommittee on Economic Development, Public Buildings,
and Emergency Management was discharged from further
consideration of H.R. 1318 on February 27, 2019.
The Full Committee considered H.R. 1318 on February 27,
2019, and ordered the measure to be reported to the House,
without amendment, favorably by voice vote.
The Committee reported H.R. 1318 to the House on May 16,
2019, as H. Rpt. 116-66, Pt. I.
115TH CONGRESS
In the 115th Congress, H.R. 1217 was introduced in the
House on February 24, 2017, by Ms. Norton and referred to the
Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. Within the
Committee, H.R. 1217 was referred to the Subcommittee on
Economic Development, Public Buildings, and Emergency
Management.
114TH CONGRESS
In the 114th Congress, H.R. 4231 was introduced in the
House on December 10, 2015, by Ms. Norton and referred to the
Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. Within the
Committee, H.R. 4231 was referred to the Subcommittee on
Economic Development, Public Buildings, and Emergency
Management.
The Subcommittee on Economic Development, Public Buildings,
and Emergency Management was discharged from further
consideration of H.R. 4231 on April 20, 2016.
The Full Committee considered H.R. 4231 on April 20, 2016,
and ordered the measure to be reported to the House, amended,
favorably by voice vote.
The Committee reported H.R. 4231 to the House on March 3,
2016, as H. Rpt. 114-535, Pt. I.
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To require a report on the effects of climate change on the Coast
Guard, and for other purposes.
H.R. 1322 (S. 2153)
To require a report on the effects of climate change on the
Coast Guard, and for other purposes.
Summary
H.R. 1322 directs the United States Coast Guard to submit a
report on vulnerabilities of Coast Guard installations and
requirements resulting from climate change over the next 20
years. This requirement mirrors Section 335 of the National
Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2018 (Pub. L. 115-
91), which required the Secretary of Defense to submit a report
to Congress on the vulnerabilities to military installations
and combatant commander requirements resulting from climate
change.
The bill requires the report to list the ten most
vulnerable Coast Guard installations based on the effects of
climate change, including rising sea tides, increased flooding,
drought, desertification, wildfires, thawing permafrost, or any
other categories the Commandant determines necessary. H.R. 1322
also requires an overview of mitigation efforts that could
ensure the continued operational viability of Coast Guard
infrastructure and enhance the resiliency of such facilities.
Legislative History
H.R. 1322 was introduced in the House on February 22, 2019,
by Mr. Sean Patrick Maloney of New York and Mr. Brown of
Maryland, and referred to the Committee on Transportation and
Infrastructure. Within the Committee, H.R. 1322 was referred to
the Subcommittee on Coast Guard and Maritime Transportation.
The Subcommittee on Coast Guard and Maritime Transportation
was discharged from further consideration of H.R. 1322 on March
27, 2019.
The Full Committee considered H.R. 1322 on March 27, 2019,
and ordered the measure to be reported to the House favorably
by voice vote.
The Committee reported H.R. 1322 to the House on May 24,
2019, as H. Rpt. 116-85.
See also discussion of H.R. 3409 above.
S. 2153
S. 2153 was introduced in the Senate on July 17, 2019, read
twice, and referred to the Senate Committee on Commerce,
Science, and Transportation.
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Water Quality Protection and Job Creation Act of 2019
H.R. 1497 (H.R. 1764, H.R. 2458, H.R. 2470, H.R. 2776, and H.R. 3521)
To amend the Federal Water Pollution Control Act to reauthorize
certain water pollution control programs, and for other
purposes.
Summary
H.R. 1497 restores and maintains the chemical, physical,
and biological integrity of the nation's waters by
reauthorizing Federal appropriations for capitalization grants
to state water pollution control revolving funds and other
clean water pollution control grant programs to address the
discharge of pollution into jurisdictional waters. For more
than 70 years, Congress has provided Federal funds to
municipalities to address local water quality challenges,
including sewage treatment needs. Initially, this assistance
was provided as loans to States, municipalities, or interstate
agencies for the construction of necessary treatment works to
prevent the discharge by such State or municipality of
untreated or inadequately treated sewage or other waste into
interstate waters. (Federal Water Pollution Control Act of 1948
(FWPCA), Pub. L. 80-845, 62 Stat. 1155.) In later amendments to
the FWPCA, Congress provided direct grants to municipalities.
In the 1972 amendments to the FWPCA, such grants covered 55 to
75 percent of the total costs of the projects. Then, in 1987,
Congress converted the direct grant program to the current
Clean Water SRF authority that provides capitalization grant
funding directly to States to capitalize the States' Clean
Water SRFs (Pub. L. 100-4). These SRFs in-turn, provide below-
market rate loans to communities to finance local wastewater
infrastructure needs (required to be fully-repaid over a 30-
year term).
The authorization of appropriations for the Clean Water SRF
expired after 1994. Yet, Congress has continued to fund,
through annual appropriations legislation, the Clean Water SRF
program because it provides a critical investment in the
nation's wastewater infrastructure. Congressional
appropriations have provided more than $43 billion in Federal
capitalization assistance to States since 1987. Congress
provided an appropriation of $1.694 billion for the Clean Water
SRF in the fiscal year 2019 appropriations bill (Pub. L. 116-
6). In turn, this infusion of Federal capital to State
revolving funds has leveraged over $133 billion in direct
assistance to communities over this period.
In 2014, Congress enacted amendments to the Clean Water Act
which authorized States that provide assistance to communities
under the Clean Water SRF program to provide additional
subsidization, including forgiveness of principal and negative
interest loans to benefit a municipality that meets the
affordability criteria of the State; or that seeks additional
subsidization to benefit individual ratepayers in the
municipality's residential user rate class that will experience
a significant hardship from the increase in rates necessary to
finance the project or activity for which assistance is sought.
In addition, in recent years, the annual appropriations
bills for EPA have included provisions to require States to use
a portion of Clean Water SRF funding to provide communities
with ``additional subsidy to eligible recipients in the form of
forgiveness of principal, negative interest loans, or grants,''
as well as to reserve an additional portion of Clean Water SRF
funding for ``projects to address green infrastructure, water
or energy efficiency improvements, or other environmentally
innovative activities.'' In addition, the annual appropriations
bills for EPA have included reservations of funds from the
Clean Water State Revolving Fund for projects, training,
technical assistance, or education for Indian Tribes,
Reservations, and Native Villages, and reservations of Clean
Water SRF funding for the U.S. Territories.
Legislative History
H.R. 1497
H.R. 1497 was introduced in the House on March 5, 2019, by
Mr. DeFazio, Mrs. Napolitano, Mr. Young, and Mr. Katko and
referred to the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure.
Within the Committee, H.R. 1497 was referred to the
Subcommittee on Water Resources and Environment.
The Chair discharged the Subcommittee on Water Resources
and Environment from further consideration of H.R. 1497 on
October 29, 2019.
The Committee considered H.R. 1497 on October 29, 2019, and
ordered the measure to be reported to the House with a
favorable recommendation, as amended, by voice vote. During
consideration, the Committee adopted an Amendment in the Nature
of a Substitute which, among other things, included provisions
of the following measures: H.R. 3521, the Wastewater
Infrastructure Workforce Investment Act, provisions included in
sections 2 and 12; H.R. 2470, the Clean Water Infrastructure
Resilience and Sustainability Act, included in section 4; H.R.
2776, the Stop Sewage Overflow Act, included in section 6; H.R.
1764, to amend the Federal Water Pollution Control Act with
respect to permitting terms, and for other purposes, included
in section 7; H.R. 2458, the Water Infrastructure
Sustainability and Efficiency Act, included in section 10.
The Committee reported H.R. 1497 to the House on September
4, 2020, as H. Rpt. 116-484.
Provisions of H.R. 1497 were included in Sec. 22101 of H.R.
2 during House consideration. For further action, see H.R. 2
listed above.
H.R. 1764
H.R. 1764, to amend the Federal Water Pollution Control Act
with respect to permitting terms, and for other purposes, was
introduced in the House on March 14, 2019, by Mr. Garamendi,
Mr. Calvert, and Mr. Woodall and referred to the Committee on
Transportation and Infrastructure. Within the Committee, H.R.
1764 was referred to the Subcommittee on Water Resources and
Environment.
During Full Committee consideration of H.R. 1497,
provisions of H.R. 1764 were included in section 7 of H.R.
1497, as ordered to be reported to the House.
H.R. 2458
H.R. 2458, the Water Infrastructure Sustainability and
Efficiency Act, was introduced in the House on May 1, 2019, by
Ms. Mucarsel-Powell and referred to the Committee on
Transportation and Infrastructure. Within the Committee, H.R.
2458 was referred to the Subcommittee on Water Resources and
Environment.
During Full Committee consideration of H.R. 1497,
provisions of H.R. 2458 were included in section 10 of H.R.
1497, as ordered to be reported to the House.
H.R. 2470
H.R. 2470, the Clean Water Infrastructure Resilience and
Sustainability Act, was introduced in the House on May 2, 2019,
by Mr. Carbajal and referred to the Committee on Transportation
and Infrastructure. Within the Committee, H.R. 2470 was
referred to the Subcommittee on Water Resources and
Environment.
During Full Committee consideration of H.R. 1497,
provisions of H.R. 2470 were included in section 4 of H.R.
1497, as ordered to be reported to the House.
H.R. 2776
H.R. 2776, the Stop Sewage Overflow Act, was introduced in
the House on May 15, 2019, by Mrs. Trahan and 12 original
cosponsors and referred to the Committee on Transportation and
Infrastructure. Within the Committee, H.R. 2776 was referred to
the Subcommittee on Water Resources and Environment.
During Full Committee consideration of H.R. 1497,
provisions of H.R. 2776 were included in section 6 of H.R.
1497, as ordered to be reported to the House.
H.R. 3521
H.R. 3521, the Wastewater Infrastructure Workforce
Investment Act, was introduced in the House on May 2, 2019, by
Mr. Stanton and referred to the Committee on Transportation and
Infrastructure. Within the Committee, H.R. 3521 was referred to
the Subcommittee on Water Resources and Environment.
During Full Committee consideration of H.R. 1497,
provisions of H.R. 3521 were included in sections 2 and 12 of
H.R. 1497, as ordered to be reported to the House.
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To amend the Robert T. Stafford Disaster Relief and Emergency
Assistance Act to include certain services in the definition of
critical services
H.R. 2242
To amend the Robert T. Stafford Disaster Relief and Emergency
Assistance Act to include certain services in the definition of
critical services, and for other purposes.
Summary
H.R. 2242 amends the Robert T. Stafford Disaster Relief and
Emergency Assistance Act (Stafford Act, Pub. L. 93-288, as
amended) to include additional services in the Act's definition
of critical services. Section 406(a) of the Stafford Act allows
the President to make contributions to private non-profit
facilities and infrastructure for the repair of damage caused
by disasters if those facilities provide ``critical services''
as defined by the act. The Stafford Act currently includes
power, water, sewer, wastewater treatment, communications,
education, and emergency medical care within the Section 406
definition of ``critical services.''
H.R. 2242 expands the definition of critical services under
Section 406 of the Stafford Act for the purposes of Section
20601 of the Bipartisan Budget Act of 2018 (Pub. L. 115-123)
authorizing assistance for public infrastructure pursuant to
Section 428 of the Stafford Act for certain disasters declared
in Puerto Rico and the U.S. Virgin Islands. This expansion
includes: solid waste management, stormwater management,
emergency supply transportation, nonemergency medical, first
response, and security.
Legislative History
H.R. 2242 was introduced in the House on April 10, 2019, by
Miss Gonzalez-Colon of Puerto Rico and referred to the
Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. Within the
Committee, H.R. 2242 was referred to the Subcommittee on
Economic Development, Public Buildings, and Emergency
Management.
The Chair discharged the Subcommittee on Economic
Development, Public Buildings, and Emergency Management from
further consideration of H.R. 2242 on September 19, 2019.
The Committee considered H.R. 2242 on September 19, 2019,
and ordered the measure to be reported to the House with a
favorable recommendation, as amended, by voice vote.
The Committee reported H.R. 2242 to the House on September
4, 2020, as H. Rpt. 116-485.
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Wildlife Corridors Conservation Act of 2019
H.R. 2795 (S. 1499)
To establish National Wildlife Corridors to provide for the
protection and restoration of certain native fish, wildlife,
and plant species, and for other purposes.
Summary
H.R. 2795 establishes a National Wildlife Corridors system
to provide for the protection and restoration of certain native
fish, wildlife and plant species, as well as create a Tribal
wildlife corridors system. Wildlife migration in North America
can be impeded by human-made infrastructure, including roads,
fences, and residential development. There are certain cases
where highways cross commonly-used wildlife migration routes
and can lead to an increased risk of vehicle-wildlife
collisions. H.R. 2795 seeks to coordinate between the
Department of Transportation and State, Tribal and local
transportation agencies to identify and implement voluntary
environmental mitigation measures to help improve public safety
and mitigate damage to the natural movements of native species.
Legislative History
H.R. 2795
H.R. 2795 was introduced in the House on May 16, 2019, by
Mr. Beyer and Mr. Buchanan and referred to the Committee on
Natural Resources and the Committee on Transportation and
Infrastructure. Within the Committee, H.R. 2795 was referred to
the Subcommittee on Water Resources and Environment.
The Committee on Natural Resources considered H.R. 2795 on
January 29, 2020, and ordered the measure to be reported to the
House, amended.
The Chair of the Committee on Transportation and
Infrastructure sent a letter to the Chair of the Committee on
Natural Resources on February 13, 2020, agreeing that, in order
to expedite consideration on the House Floor, the Committee on
Transportation and Infrastructure would waive further
consideration of H.R. 2795. On that same date, the Chair of the
Committee on Natural Resources responded acknowledging the
jurisdictional interests of the Committee on Transportation and
Infrastructure and the agreement to waive further
consideration.
The Committee on Natural Resources reported H.R. 2795 to
the House on October 9, 2020, as H. Rpt. 116-558, Pt. I.
Subsequently, the Committee on Agriculture; the Committee on
Armed Services; and the Committee on Transportation and
Infrastructure were discharged from further consideration of
H.R. 2795.
S. 1499
S. 1499, the Senate companion measure, was introduced in
the Senate on May 16, 2019, by Mr. Udall and nine original
cosponsors and referred to the Senate Committee on Environment
and Public Works.
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Fair and Open Skies Act
H.R. 3632
To ensure that authorizations issued by the Secretary of
Transportation to foreign air carriers do not undermine labor
rights or standards, and for other purposes.
Summary
H.R. 3632 ensures that future foreign air carrier permits
granted by the U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT), which
allow foreign operators to conduct revenue air service to the
United States, include additional DOT review and analysis in
order to preserve fair competition and labor standards in
international aviation.
On December 2, 2016, the DOT issued a foreign air carrier
permit to Norwegian Air International (NAI). Numerous U.S.
aviation stakeholders objected to the DOT decision, arguing,
among other things, that NAI's business model was an attempt to
subvert fair competition and labor standards. Specifically,
although the majority of NAI's long-haul flights to the United
States operate from Scandinavian countries and others in
continental Europe, the carrier organized itself under the laws
of Ireland, thereby permitting the carrier to hire crewmembers
on short-term contracts governed under Singapore law.
Opponents of the issuance of a foreign air carrier permit
to Norwegian contended that such an outsourcing practice runs
contrary to U.S. labor laws and afoul of the fair labor
principles of Norway, the European Union, and the United States
incorporated by reference in the multilateral United States-
European Union-Norway-Iceland Air Transportation Agreement of
April 2007 (as amended) (U.S.-EU Open Skies Agreement). This
``flag of convenience'' business model offered NAI an unfair
competitive advantage in the transatlantic market, according to
U.S. aviation stakeholders.
In addition to the threat posed by ``flag of convenience''
business models to U.S. aviation industry and labor interests,
other foreign air carriers are similarly venturing into
atypical employment models. For example, some foreign air
carriers employ pilots and flight crew members under individual
or temporary contracts, like NAI, which remove the direct
relationship between the carrier and flight crew. Such business
models undermine labor standards by allowing the carrier to
exploit employees through a third party when negotiating
employment terms, salary, and benefits, according to U.S.
aviation stakeholders.
H.R. 3632 precludes the DOT from permitting a future
foreign air carrier to serve the United States under the U.S.-
EU Open Skies Agreement unless the Secretary of Transportation
determines the foreign air carrier permit or exemption is
consistent with the fair labor standards and fair competition
requirements of the U.S.-EU Open Skies Agreement and imposes on
the permit any conditions necessary to ensure compliance with
those standards and requirements. H.R. 3632 further requires
the Secretary, when granting a permit to a future foreign air
carrier, to find the foreign air transportation to be provided
under the permit will be in the public interest. H.R. 3632
provides that preventing entry into U.S. markets by a ``flag of
convenience'' carrier--defined in the legislation as a carrier
established in a country other than the home country of its
majority owner to avoid regulations of its home country--or
otherwise undermining labor standards is within the public
interest.
This legislation is necessary because a foreign air carrier
seeking to serve the United States under an existing
international air transportation agreement, such as the U.S.-EU
Open Skies Agreement, should not per se be deemed in the U.S.
public interest, as the DOT determined when it granted the 2016
foreign air carrier permit to NAI. In fact, such determinations
can incentivize other foreign air carriers to follow suit. A
foreign air carrier, like NAI, that establishes itself in a
location outside of its home country in order to take advantage
of more permissive labor, tax, and safety laws than those of
the United States and certain other countries poses a threat to
U.S. aviation commercial, economic, and labor interests. This
legislation seeks to help prevent market access opportunities
created under the U.S.-EU Open Skies Agreement and other
international air transport agreements from undermining and
eroding the highest fair competition principles, labor and wage
standards, and aviation safety rules.
Legislative History
H.R. 3632 was introduced in the House on July 9, 2019, by
Mr. DeFazio, Mr. Larsen of Washington, Mr. Rodney Davis of
Illinois, Mr. Ferguson, and Ms. Davids of Kansas and referred
to the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. Within
the Committee, H.R. 3632 was referred to the Subcommittee on
Aviation.
The Chair discharged the Subcommittee on Aviation from
further consideration of H.R. 3632 on September 19, 2019.
The Committee considered H.R. 3632 on September 19, 2019,
and ordered the measure to be reported to the House with a
favorable recommendation, without amendment, by voice vote.
The Committee reported H.R. 3632 to the House on December
9, 2020, as H. Rpt. 116-636.
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Homeland Security for Children Act
H.R. 3932
To amend the Homeland Security Act of 2002 to ensure that the
needs of children are considered in homeland security planning,
and for other purposes.
Summary
H.R. 3932 addresses the importance of integrating the needs
of children into emergency plans by integrating the needs of
special populations into emergency plans and procedures. This
measure seeks to ensure the needs of children are considered in
homeland security planning. Specifically, the bill authorizes a
technical expert at the Federal Emergency Management Agency to
identify and integrate the needs of children into preparedness,
response, recovery, and mitigation activities.
The bill would also include the consideration of children's
needs into Department of Homeland Security policy through the
Office of Strategy, Policy, and Plans.
Legislative History
H.R. 2932 was introduced in the House on May 22, 2019, by
Mr. Payne and Mr. Thompson of Mississippi and referred to the
Committee on Homeland Security and in addition to the Committee
on Transportation and Infrastructure. Within the Committee,
H.R. 2932 was referred to the Subcommittee on Economic
Development, Public Buildings, and Emergency Management.
The Committee on Homeland Security considered H.R. 2932 on
October 23, 2019, and ordered the measure to be reported to the
House, favorably.
The Chair of the Committee on Transportation and
Infrastructure sent a letter to the Chair of the Committee on
Homeland Security on January 7, 2020, agreeing that, in order
to expedite consideration on the House Floor, the Committee on
Transportation and Infrastructure would waive further
consideration of H.R. 2932. On that same date, the Chair of the
Committee on Homeland Security responded acknowledging the
jurisdictional interests of the Committee on Transportation and
Infrastructure and the agreement to waive further
consideration.
The Committee on Homeland Security reported H.R. 2932 to
the House on January 8, 2020, as H. Rpt. 116-370, Pt. I.
Subsequently, the Committee on Transportation and
Infrastructure was discharged from further consideration of
H.R. 2932.
115TH CONGRESS
In the 115th Congress, H.R. 1372, the Homeland Security for
Children Act, was introduced in the House on March 6, 2017, by
Mr. Payne and Mr. Thompson of Mississippi and referred to the
Committee on Homeland Security and in addition to the Committee
on Transportation and Infrastructure. Within the Committee,
H.R. 1372 was referred to the Subcommittee on Economic
Development, Public Buildings, and Emergency Management.
The Committee on Homeland Security considered H.R. 1372 on
March 8, 2017, and ordered the measure to be reported to the
House, amended by voice vote.
The Chair of the Committee on Transportation and
Infrastructure sent a letter to the Chair of the Committee on
Homeland Security on March 10, 2017, agreeing that, in order to
expedite consideration on the House Floor, the Committee on
Transportation and Infrastructure would waive further
consideration of H.R. 1372. On March 16, 2017, the Chair of the
Committee on Homeland Security responded acknowledging the
jurisdictional interests of the Committee on Transportation and
Infrastructure and the agreement to waive further
consideration.
The Committee on Homeland Security reported H.R. 1372 to
the House on April 24, 2017, as H. Rpt. 115-92, Pt I.
Subsequently, the Committee on Transportation and
Infrastructure was discharged from further consideration.
The House considered H.R. 1372 under Suspension of the
Rules on April 25, 2017, and passed the measure, as amended, by
voice vote.
H.R. 1372 was received in the Senate on April 26, 2017,
read twice, and referred to the Senate Committee on Homeland
Security and Governmental Affairs.
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National Flood Insurance Program Reauthorization Act of 2019
H.R. 3167
To reform and reauthorize the National Flood Insurance Program,
and for other purposes.
Summary
H.R. 3167 reforms and reauthorizes the National Flood
Insurance Program through fiscal year 2024. Among other things,
the bill expands the National Flood Insurance Program mapping
program; establishes capitalization grants for States to
provide low-interest loans; establishes pilot programs for
means-tested flood insurance rates and community-based
coverage; and revises continuous coverage requirements.
H.R. 3167 also amends the Disaster Recovery Reform Act of
2018 to extend deadlines related to the reasonable and prudent
alternative outlined in the jeopardy biological opinion dated
April 14, 2016.
Legislative History
H.R. 3167 was introduced in the House on June 10, 2019, by
Ms. Waters and referred to the Committee on Financial Services,
and in addition to the Committee on Transportation and
Infrastructure. Within the Committee, H.R. 3167 was referred to
the Subcommittee on Economic Development, Public Buildings, and
Emergency Management.
The Committee on Financial Services considered H.R. 3167 on
June 11, 2019, and ordered the measure to be reported to the
House, amended, by a record vote of 59 yeas and 0 nays.
The Chair of the Committee on Transportation and
Infrastructure sent a letter to the Chair of the Committee on
Financial Services on October 8, 2019, agreeing that, in order
to expedite consideration on the House Floor, the Committee on
Transportation and Infrastructure would waive further
consideration of H.R. 3167. On October 16, 2019, the Chair of
the Committee on Financial Services responded acknowledging the
jurisdictional interest of the Committee on Transportation and
Infrastructure and agreement to waive further consideration of
H.R. 3167.
The Committee on Financial Services reported H.R. 3167 to
the House on October 28, 2019 as H. Rpt. 116-262, Pt. I. The
Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure was discharged
from further consideration.
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Preparedness and Risk Management for Extreme Weather Patterns Assuring
Resilience and Effectiveness Act of 2019
H.R. 4347
To enhance the Federal Government's planning and preparation
for extreme weather and the Federal Government's dissemination
of best practices to respond to extreme weather, thereby
increasing resilience, improving regional coordination, and
mitigating the financial risk to the Federal Government from
such extreme weather, and for other purposes.
Summary
H.R. 4347 establishes the Interagency Council on Extreme
Weather Resilience, Preparedness, and Risk Identification and
Management. It is intended to ensure better planning and
coordination among Federal agencies to cope with extreme
weather events and facilitate information sharing with State,
local, tribal, and territorial governments to help increase
emergency preparedness.
Extreme weather events are becoming more frequent and the
costs associated with disaster mitigation and response are
mounting. According to the Federal Emergency Management Agency
(FEMA), there have been only three years since 2000 with fewer
than one hundred Presidentially-declared hazards. The
regularity of these extreme weather-related events has made
clear that coordinating mitigation efforts and disseminating
the best available information and practices to Federal, State,
local, tribal, and territorial stakeholders by Federal agencies
is critical.
H.R. 4347 establishes an interagency council to provide
recommendations on the best means of planning and preparing for
future extreme weather incidents. The interagency council is to
be comprised of 15 or more representatives from the White House
and other executive departments and agencies, including the
Office of Management and Budget (OMB), the Council on
Environmental Quality (CEQ), the Department of Homeland
Security (DHS), the Department of Transportation (DOT), the
Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), and the National Oceanic
and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA). The bill also directs
Federal agencies to develop extreme weather plans to consider
the effects of these events on the operations and mission of
the respective department or agency.
The council will coordinate with groups in the Federal
government focused on extreme weather mitigation and disaster
recovery to avoid duplication of efforts, including the
Mitigation Framework Leadership Group, the Recovery Support
Function Leaders Group, and others. The council will support
regional, State, local, tribal, and territorial action to
assess extreme weather-related vulnerabilities and cost-
effectively increase resilience, preparedness, and risk
management in communities and critical economic sectors. The
council is charged with facilitating the development, sharing,
and integration of meteorological and extreme weather science--
and related disciplines--into agency policies, including
policies on risk evaluation and planning.
The bill requires an annual report to Congress on how the
government-wide goals and priorities are being met, including
recommendations to enhance effectiveness and descriptions of
the progress of coordination efforts. By facilitating the
cooperative enhancement of resilience and hazard mitigation
practices ahead of future extreme weather-related events, the
interagency council will contribute to reducing the damage and
related costs incurred by future Presidentially-declared
emergencies and disasters.
Legislative History
H.R. 4347 was introduced in the House on September 17,
2019, by Mr. Cartwright and nine original cosponsors and
referred to the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure
and the Committee on Oversight and Government Reform. Within
the Committee, H.R. 4347 was referred to the Subcommittee on
Economic Development, Public Buildings, and Emergency
Management.
The Chair discharged the Subcommittee on Economic
Development, Public Buildings, and Emergency Management from
further consideration of H.R. 4347 on September 19, 2019.
The Committee considered H.R. 4347 on September 19, 2019,
and ordered the measure to be reported to the House with a
favorable recommendation, without amendment, by voice vote.
The Chair of the Committee on Oversight and Reform sent a
letter to the Chair of the Committee on Transportation on
September 21, 2020, agreeing that, in order to expedite
consideration on the House Floor, the Committee on Oversight
and Reform would waive further consideration of H.R. 4347. On
that same date, the Chair of the Committee on Transportation
and Infrastructure responded, acknowledging the jurisdictional
interested of the Committee on Oversight and Reform and the
agreement to waive further consideration.
The Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure reported
H.R. 4347 to the House on December 17, 2020, as H. Rpt. 116-
662, Pt. I. H.R. 4347 was referred to the Committee on Science,
Space, and Technology for a period ending not later than
December 17, 2020. Subsequently, on December 18, 2020, the
Committee on Oversight and Reform and the Committee on Science,
Space, and Technology were discharged from further
consideration of H.R. 4347.
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GSA Lease Transparency Act of 2019
H.R. 5047
To require the Administrator of General Services to conduct an
annual audit of properties leased to private parties, and for
other purposes.
Summary
H.R. 5047 requires the Administrator of the General
Services Administration to conduct annual audits of all
existing leases of the Federal Government. The legislation
further requires the audit to be submitted to the Congress and
include a review by the Office of the Inspector General.
Legislative History
H.R. 5047 was introduced in the House on November 12, 2019,
by Mr. DeFazio and Ms. Titus and referred to the Committee on
Transportation and Infrastructure. Within the Committee, H.R.
5047 was referred to the Subcommittee on Economic Development,
Public Buildings, and Emergency Management.
The Chair discharged the Subcommittee on Economic
Development, Public Buildings and Emergency Management from
further consideration of H.R. 5047 on November 20, 2019.
The Committee considered H.R. 5047 on November 20, 2019,
and ordered the measure to be reported to the House with a
favorable recommendation, without amendment by a record vote of
33 yeas and 22 nays (Roll Call Vote No. 10).
The Committee reported H.R. 5047 to the House on December
16, 2020, as H. Rpt. 116-655.
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Safe Aircraft Maintenance Standards Act
H.R. 5119 (H.R. 5096)
To amend title 49, United States Code, to require certain air
carriers to provide reports with respect to maintenance,
preventive maintenance, or alterations, and for other purposes.
Summary
H.R. 5119 establishes one level of safety between airline
maintenance performed in the United States and that performed
on U.S. airlines' fleets in foreign countries. Some 950
aeronautical repair stations outside the United States hold
Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) certificates under 14
C.F.R. part 145, yet these facilities are not subject to the
same safety standards that apply to domestic repair stations.
For example, workers who perform safety-sensitive functions at
U.S. repair stations are subject to compulsory screening for
substance abuse; however, the same requirement does not apply
to their counterparts at foreign facilities. Workers at U.S.
repair stations are subject to compulsory background
investigations; yet the same requirement does not apply to
their counterparts overseas.
This disparity between safety standards at U.S. and foreign
repair stations that hold FAA certificates comes at a time when
airlines' spending on contract maintenance and repair services
nearly tripled between 1996 and 2011, according to the
Department of Transportation Inspector General (DOT IG), rising
from $1.5 billion in 1996 to $4.2 billion in 2011. Today,
``[i]t is estimated that nearly 50 percent by dollar volume of
maintenance work done by operators of U.S. registered aircraft
is done in . . . FAA certified repair facilities located
outside'' the United States, according to the Transport Workers
Union. However, in 2013, the DOT IG found that the FAA's repair
station oversight ``lacks the rigor needed to identify
deficiencies and verify that they have been addressed'' and
that ``some repair stations may not be operating in full
compliance'' with FAA rules. Additionally, the Committee is
aware that safety-sensitive workers at foreign repair stations
may not be appropriately qualified or positioned to perform
their functions; for example, the Committee has received
reports that employees responsible for certifying that aircraft
are fit for return to revenue service have made those
certifications without having personally observed or inspected
maintenance work on those aircraft--and in some cases have made
the certifications from outside the countries where the work
was actually performed.
For years, Congress has pressed the FAA to move quickly to
reduce the great disparity between safety requirements for U.S.
and foreign repair stations, including mandating drug and
alcohol testing and pre-employment background investigations of
foreign repair station employees who perform safety-sensitive
functions. Even with clear Congressional direction, the FAA has
failed to satisfy either mandate, which would assure the flying
public that the personnel performing critical maintenance on
U.S.-operated aircraft have been adequately screened. These,
among other measures, would help ensure that foreign repair
stations follow the same safety standards that the FAA requires
of maintenance work done in the United States.
Legislative History
H.R. 5119 was introduced in the House on November 15, 2019,
by Mr. DeFazio and 7 original cosponsors and referred to the
Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. Within the
Committee, H.R. 5119 was referred to the Subcommittee on
Aviation.
The Chair discharged the Subcommittee on Aviation from
further consideration of H.R. 5119 on November 20, 2019.
The Committee considered H.R. 5119 on November 20, 2019,
and ordered the measure to be reported to the House with a
favorable recommendation, without amendment, by a record vote
of 39 yeas and 19 nays (Roll Call Vote No. 12).
The Committee reported H.R. 5119 to the House on July 29,
2020, as H. Rpt. 116-462.
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Safe, Accountable, Fair, and Environmentally Responsible Pipelines Act
of 2019
SAFER Pipelines Act of 2019
H.R. 5120
To amend title 49, United States Code, to provide enhanced
safety and environmental protection in pipeline transportation,
and for other purposes.
Summary
The Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration
(PHMSA) was established by the Norman Y. Mineta Research and
Special Programs Improvement Act of 2004 (Pub. L. 108-426).
Prior to enactment of the 2004 Act, the Department of
Transportation's (DOT) Research and Special Programs
Administration handled pipeline and hazardous materials safety.
PHMSA's pipeline safety program oversees the safety,
reliability, and environmentally-sound operation of the
nation's 2.6 million miles of gas and hazardous liquid pipeline
transportation system.
The last reauthorization of PHMSA's pipeline safety
programs was the Protecting our Infrastructure of Pipelines and
Enhancing Safety Act of 2016 (PIPES Act of 2016) (Pub. L. 114-
183), which was enacted on June 22, 2016, and expired on
September 30, 2019. H.R. 5120 reauthorizes appropriations for
pipeline safety activities through Fiscal Year 2023, while
taking numerous steps to address pipeline safety and climate
change.
This measure aims to improve pipeline safety, reduce
methane emissions, prevent and repair pipeline leaks, and hold
pipeline operators accountable for reckless actions. The
legislation requires operators of gas pipeline facilities to
use advanced leak detection technology and the best available
technology for capturing methane emitted during routine
operations and maintenance and requires such operators to
repair large leaks. It also codifies a 2016 Environmental
Protection Agency (EPA) final rule that set limitations on
methane emissions across the natural gas and hazardous liquid
pipeline sector. The bill further mandates a final rule to
regulate gas gathering lines, including in rural areas, and
strengthens civil and criminal penalties to help PHMSA hold
pipeline operators accountable for violations of pipeline
safety laws and regulations.
H.R. 5120 also responds to recommendations by the National
Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) following its investigation
into several devastating pipeline incidents, such as the 2010
Pacific Gas and Electric natural gas transmission pipeline
rupture and fire in San Bruno, California; the 2010 Enbridge
hazardous liquid pipeline rupture and release in Marshall,
Michigan; and the 2018 Columbia Gas over-pressurization of its
natural gas distribution system in Merrimack Valley,
Massachusetts; among a series of other serious incidents. These
include provisions calling for new regulations that: require
all transmission pipelines located in high-consequence areas to
have automatic or remote-controlled shut-off valves; require
pipeline cracks to be repaired when the pipelines are located
in high-consequence areas; and require information about
distribution systems that could lead to a point of failure to
be included in the National Pipeline Mapping System.
Legislative History
H.R. 5120 was introduced in the House on November 15, 2019,
by Mr. DeFazio and Mr. Pallone and referred to the Committee on
Transportation and Infrastructure. Within the Committee, H.R.
5120 was referred to the Subcommittee on Railroads, Pipelines,
and Hazardous Materials.
The Chair discharged the Subcommittee on Railroads,
Pipelines, and Hazardous Materials from further consideration
of H.R. 5120 on November 20, 2019.
The Committee considered H.R. 5120 on November 20, 2019,
and ordered the measure to be reported to the House with a
favorable recommendation, as amended, by a record vote of 32
yeas and 26 nays (Roll Call Vote No. 9).
The Chair of the Committee on Energy and Commerce sent a
letter to the Chair of the Committee on Transportation and
Infrastructure agreeing that, in order to expedite
consideration on the House Floor, the Committee on Energy and
Commerce would waive further consideration of H.R. 5120.
The Chair of the Committee on Transportation and
Infrastructure responded on December 17, 2020, acknowledging
the jurisdictional interests of the Committee on Energy and
Commerce and the agreement to waive further consideration.
The Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure reported
H.R. 5120 on December 17, 2020. The Committee on Energy and
Commerce was discharged from further consideration of H.R.
5120.
Provisions of H.R. 5120 were included in Division R of H.R.
133. See action on H.R. 133 listed above.
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Resiliency Enhancement Act of 2020
H.R. 5756
To amend the Bipartisan Budget Act of 2018 to extend the
provision of assistance for critical services with respect to
certain disasters, and for other purposes.
Summary
H.R. 5756 amends the Bipartisan Budget Act of 2018 (Pub. L.
115-123) to include additional critical infrastructure to be
covered under disaster declarations. This legislation enhances
the ability of State and local governments to respond to
emergency declaration to benefit those impacted by any
disaster.
Legislative History
H.R. 5756 was introduced in the House on February 5, 2020,
by Ms. Plaskett and nine original cosponsors and referred to
the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. Within the
Committee, H.R. 5756 was referred to the Subcommittee on
Economic Development, Public Buildings, and Emergency
Management.
On February 26, 2020, the Chair discharged the Subcommittee
on Economic Development, Public Buildings, and Emergency
Management from further consideration of H.R. 5756.
The Committee considered H.R. 5756 on February 26, 2020 and
ordered the measure to be reported to the House with a
favorable recommendation, without amendment, by voice vote.
The Committee reported H.R. 5756 to the House on December
9, 2020, as H. Rpt. 16-637.
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Honoring the Nation's First Responders Day
H. Con. Res. 37 (S. Con. Res. 15)
Expressing support for designation of October 28 as ``Honoring
the Nation's First Responders Day''.
Summary
H. Con. Res. 37 expresses support to designate October 28th
as ``Honoring the Nation's First Responders Day. Dedicated
first responders across our Nation put the safety and well-
being of their communities above their own. First responders
have a life expectancy 20 years less than the average American,
between 20 and 25 percent of first responders experience post-
traumatic stress, and first responders suffer death by suicide
at a higher rate than death in the line of duty. According to
the Department of Homeland Security, there are an estimated 4.6
million career and volunteer professionals composing the first
responder community. These professionals fall within five
primary disciplines, including Law Enforcement, Fire and Rescue
Services, Emergency Medical Services, Emergency Management, and
Public Works. These men and women train, plan, and respond each
day, often risking their lives, to save others. When major
disaster strikes, such as the terrorist attacks on September
11, 2001, they rush into danger to respond. Recognizing the
sacrifice these professionals make is important to the Nation.
Legislative History
H. CON. RES. 37
H. Con. Res. 37 was introduced in the House on May 1, 2019,
by Mr. Meadows, Mr. Cummings, and Ms. DeLauro and referred to
the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. Within the
Committee, H. Con. Res. 37 was referred to the Subcommittee on
Economic Development, Public Buildings, and Emergency
Management.
The Chair discharged the Subcommittee on Economic
Development, Public Buildings, and Emergency Management from
further consideration of H. Con. Res. 37 on October 29, 2019.
The Committee considered H. Con. Res. 37 on October 29,
2019, and ordered the measure to be reported to the House with
a favorable recommendation, without amendment, by voice vote.
The Committee reported H. Con. Res. 37 to the House on
September 4, 2020, as H. Rpt. 116-488.
S. CON. RES. 15
S. Con. Res. 15, the Senate companion measure, was
introduced in the Senate on May 1, 2019, by Ms. Warren, Mr.
Cotton, Mr. Johnson. Mr. Peters, Ms. Rosen, and Mr. Lankford
and referred to the Senate Committee on Homeland Security and
Governmental Affairs.
The Senate Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental
Affairs considered S. Con. Res. 15 on May 15, 2019, and ordered
the measure to be reported to the Senate without amendment,
favorably.
The Senate Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental
Affairs report filed on June 4, 2019, as S. Rpt. 116-43. And
placed on the Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders.
Calendar No. 108.
The Senate considered S. Con. Res. 15 on June 5, 2019, and
passed the measure by unanimous consent.
S. Con. Res. 15 was received in the House on June 10, 2019,
and held at the Desk.
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Use of the Capitol Grounds for the National Peace Officers Memorial
Service and the National Honor Guard and Pipe Band Exhibition
H. Con. Res. 90
Authorizing the use of the Capitol Grounds for the National
Peace Officers Memorial Service and the National Honor Guard
and Pipe Band Exhibition.
Summary
H. Con. Res. 90 authorizes of the Capitol Grounds for the
National Peace Officers Memorial Service and the National Honor
Guard and Pipe Band Exhibition.
In 1962, President John F. Kennedy signed a proclamation
which designated May 15th as ``Peace Officers'' Memorial Day''
and the week in which that date falls as ``Police Week.''
Today, tens of thousands of law enforcement officers from
around the world come to Washington, D.C. to participate in
events during that week to honor the men and woman of law
enforcement who have made the ultimate sacrifice.
Among the events during ``Police Week'' are the National
Peace Officers' Memorial Service and the National Honor Guard
and Pipe Band Exhibition.
The resolution authorizes the Grand Lodge of the Fraternal
Order of Police to sponsor a public event on May 15, 2020, the
39th Annual National Peace Officers' Memorial Service on the
Capitol Grounds, in order to honor the law enforcement officers
who died in the line of duty. More than 300 fallen federal,
state, and local law enforcement officers will be honored
during the ceremony for their sacrifice. The fallen officers
that will be honored in 2020 include 135 killed in the line of
duty in 2019 and 172 officers who died in prior years that were
not previously honored.
In addition, the resolution authorizes the Fraternal Order
of Police National Honor Guard and Pipe Band Exhibition to
utilize the area surrounding the Grant Statue on the East side
of the Capitol Reflection Pool on May 14, 2020, to provide for
law enforcement from around the country to exhibit their
ability to demonstrate Honor Guard programs and for a separate
Big Pipe Band exhibition.
Legislative History
H. Con. Res. 90 was introduced in the House on February 12,
2020, by Ms. Titus and Mr. Meadows and referred to the
Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. Within the
Committee, H. Con. Res. 90 was referred to the Subcommittee on
Economic Development, Public Buildings, and Emergency
Management.
On February 26, 2020, the Chair discharged the Subcommittee
on Economic Development, Public Buildings, and Emergency
Management from further consideration of H. Con. Res. 90.
The Committee considered H. Con. Res. 90 on February 26,
2020, and ordered the measure to be reported to the House with
a favorable recommendation, without amendment, by voice vote.
The Committee reported H. Con. Res. 90 to the House on
September 4, 2020, as H. Rpt. 116-483.
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MEASURES PENDING IN SUBCOMMITTEE
Reauthorizing and Extending America's Community Health Act
H.R. 2328
To reauthorize and extend funding for community health centers
and the National Health Service Corps.
Summary
H.R. 2328 increases and reauthorizes funding through 2024
for Community Health Centers and the National Health Service
Corps. As amended by the Committee on Energy and Commerce, this
legislation included provisions relating to civil aviation,
specifically air ambulance services.
Legislative History
H.R. 2328 was introduced in the House on April 15, 2019, by
Mr. O'Halleran and Ms. Stefanik and referred to the Committee
on Energy and Commerce.
The Committee on Energy and Commerce considered H.R. 2328
on July 17, 2019, and ordered the measure to be reported to the
House with a favorable recommendation, as amended, by voice
vote. As amended by the Committee on Energy and Commerce, this
legislation included provisions relating to civil aviation,
specifically air ambulance services.
The Chair of the Committee on Transportation and
Infrastructure sent a letter to the Speaker of the House on
October 11, 2019, requesting a referral of H.R. 2328.
The Committee on Energy and Commerce reported H.R. 2328 to
the House on December 9, 2019 as H. Rpt. 116-332, Pt. I.
H.R. 2328 was sequentially referred to the Committee on
Transportation and Infrastructure on December 9, 2019, for a
period ending not later than January 29, 2020. On January 29,
2020, the sequential referral was extended for a period ending
not later than February 19, 2020. On February 19, 2020, the
sequential referral was extended for a period ending not later
than April 23, 2020. On April 24, 2020, the sequential referral
was extended for a period ending not later than July 31, 2020.
On July 31, 2020, the sequential referral was extended for a
period ending not later than September 21, 2020. On September
21, 2020, the sequential referral was extended for a period
ending not later than November 20, 2020. On November 17, 2020,
the sequential referral was extended for a period ending not
later than December 31, 2020.
The Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure was
discharged from further consideration of H.R. 2328 on December
31, 2020.
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William T. Coleman, Jr., Department of Transportation Headquarters Act
S. 3239 (H.R. 5937)
To designate the headquarters building of the Department of
Transportation located at 1200 New Jersey Avenue, SE, in
Washington, DC, as the ``William T. Coleman, Jr., Federal
Building''.
Summary
S. 3239 would designate the U.S. Department of
Transportation in Washington, D.C. as the ``William T. Coleman,
Jr. Federal Building'' and update any law, map, regulation,
document, paper or other record of the U.S. accordingly.
Legislative History
S. 3239
S. 3239 was introduced in the Senate on January 28, 2020,
by Mr. Wicker and eight original cosponsors and referred to the
Senate Committee on Environment and Public Works.
The Senate Committee on Environment and Public Works
considered S. 3239 on February 11, 2020, and ordered the
measure to be reported to the Senate with a favorable
recommendation.
The Senate Committee on Environment and Public Works
reported S. 3239 to the Senate on February 11, 2020, with no
written report.
The Senate considered S. 3239 on February 13, 2020, and
passed the measure by unanimous consent, without amendment.
S. 3239 was received in the House on February 21, 2020, and
referred to the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure.
Within the Committee, S. 3239 was referred to the Subcommittee
on Economic Development, Public Buildings, and Emergency
Management.
H.R. 5937
H.R. 5937 was introduced in the House on February 21, 2020,
by Mr. Evans, Mr. Reschenthaler, Mr. Brendan F. Boyle of
Pennsylvania, Ms. Dean, Mr. Keller, and Mr. Thompson of
Pennsylvania and referred to the Committee on Transportation
and Infrastructure. Within the Committee, H.R. 5937 was
referred to the Subcommittee on Economic Development, Public
Buildings, and Emergency Management.
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AMBER Alert Nationwide Act of 2019
S. 732 (H.R. 4614)
To amend the PROTECT Act to expand the national AMBER Alert
system to territories of the United States, and for other
purposes.
Summary
S. 732 amends the Prosecutorial Remedies and Other Tools to
End the Exploitation of Children Today Act of 2003 (PROTECT
Act) (34 U.S.C. 20501 et seq.) to include increase the ability
of public notification of an Amber Alert to include and at
airports, maritime ports, border crossing areas ports of entry/
exit of the United States. The PROTECT Act assists in public
notification of potential abuse and violent crimes against
children.
Legislative History
S. 732 was introduced in the Senate on March 7, 2019, by
Mr. Schatz and Ms. Murkowski and referred to the Senate
Committee on the Judiciary.
The Senate Committee on the Judiciary was discharged from
further consideration S. 732 on November 16, 2020. The Senate
passed S. 732, without amendment, by unanimous consent.
H.R. 4614
H.R. 4614, the House companion measure, was introduced in
the House on October 4, 2019, by Mr. Sablan and Mrs. Radewagen
and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary; and the
Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. Within the
Committee, H.R. 4614 was referred to the Subcommittee on
Aviation; the Subcommittee on Highways and Transit; and the
Subcommittee on Coast Guard and Maritime Transportation.
Provisions of H.R. 4614 were included in section 1623 of
H.R. 2 during House consideration. H.R. 4614 was also included
in H.R. 6395. See discussion of H.R. 6395 listed above.
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JURISDICTIONAL LETTER EXCHANGES
Energy Emergency Leadership Act
H.R. 362
To amend the Department of Energy Organization Act with respect
to functions assigned to Assistant Secretaries, and for other
purposes.
Summary
H.R. 362 amends the Department of Energy Organization Act
to include energy emergency and energy security among the
functions that the Secretary of Energy shall assign to an
Assistant Secretary. H.R. 362, the Energy Emergency Leadership
Act. H.R. 362 was introduced on January 9, 2019, and referred
to the Committee on Energy and Commerce. H.R. 362 invokes this
Committee's jurisdiction by adding to the responsibilities of
assistant secretaries within the U.S. Department of Energy
(DOE) ``infrastructure, cybersecurity, emerging threats,
supply, and emergency planning, coordination, response, and
restoration . . .''
Legislative History
H.R. 362 was introduced in the House on January 9, 2019, by
Mr. Rush and Mr. Walberg and referred to the Committee on
Energy and Commerce.
The Committee on Energy and Commerce considered H.R. 362 on
July 17, 2019, and passed the measure by voice vote.
The Chair of the Committee on Transportation and
Infrastructure sent a letter to the Speaker on September 20,
2019 requesting a referral of H.R. 362.
The Committee on Energy and Commerce reported H.R. 362 to
the House on October 28, 2019, as H. Rept. 116-255.
The House considered H.R. 362 under Suspension of the Rules
on September 28, 2020, and passed the measure, as amended, by
voice vote.
H.R. 362 was received in the Senate, on September 30, 2020,
read twice and referred to the Committee on Energy and Natural
Resources.
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Pipeline Security Act
H.R. 3699
To codify the Transportation Security Administration's
responsibility relating to securing pipelines against
cybersecurity threats, acts of terrorism, and other nefarious
acts that jeopardize the physical security or cybersecurity of
pipelines, and for other purposes.
Summary
H.R. 3699 revises the duties of the Transportation Security
Administration (TSA) to include securing pipelines and pipeline
facilities against cybersecurity threats and acts of terrorism,
in coordination with the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure
Security Agency. The bill establishes a pipeline security
section within the TSA and directs it to develop a strategy for
such operations. The TSA must convene with relevant pipeline
transportation and pipeline facility stakeholders at least two
days per year on matters related to pipeline security.
Currently, the TSA provides cybersecurity guidelines to
pipeline operators and conducts reviews of security operations
and facilities.
Legislative History
H.R. 3699 was introduced in the House on July 11, 2019, by
Mr. Cleaver and referred to the Committee on Homeland Security.
The Committee on Homeland Security considered H.R. 3699 on
July 17, 2019, and passed the measure, amended, by unanimous
consent.
The Chair of the Committee on Transportation and
Infrastructure sent a letter to the Speaker on October 1, 2019,
requesting a referral of H.R. 3699 to the Committee on
Transportation and Infrastructure.
The Committee on Homeland Security reported H.R. 3699 to
the House on November 12, 2019 with a report H. Rpt. 116-279.
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Reforming Disaster Recovery Act of 2019
H.R. 3702
To authorize the Secretary of Housing and Urban Development to
provide disaster assistance to States, Puerto Rico, units of
general local government, and Indian tribes under a community
development block grant disaster recovery program, and for
other purposes.
Summary
H.R. 3702 authorizes the Secretary of Housing and Urban
Development to provide disaster assistance to States, Puerto
Rico, units of general local government, and Indian tribes
under a community development block grant disaster recovery
program.
Legislative History
H.R. 3702 was introduced in the House on July 11, 2019, by
Mr. Green of Texas and Mrs. Wagner, and referred to the
Committee on Financial Services, and in addition to the
Committee on Appropriations.
The Committee on Financial Services considered H.R. 3702 on
July 16, 2019, and ordered the measure to be reported to the
House, amended, by a recorded vote of 58 yeas and 0 nays.
The Chair of the Committee on Transportation and
Infrastructure sent a letter to the Speaker of the House on
July 19, 2019, requesting a referral of H.R. 3702 to the
Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. The Chair of
the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure sent a
corrected letter to the Speaker of the House on July 26, 2019,
requesting a referral of H.R. 3702 to the Committee on
Transportation and Infrastructure. The Chair of the Committee
on Transportation and Infrastructure sent letter to the Chair
of the Committee on Financial Services on November 13, 2019,
agreeing that, in order to expedite consideration on the House
Floor, the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure would
not seek a sequential referral of H.R. 3702. On November 18,
2019, the Chair of the Committee on Financial Services
responded acknowledging the jurisdictional interests of the
Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and the
agreement to not seek a sequential referral of H.R. 3702.
On November 18, 2019, the House agreed to Suspend the Rules
and pass H.R. 3702, as amended by a \2/3\ record vote of 290
yeas and 118 nays (Roll no. 625).
H.R. 3702 was received in the Senate on November 19, 2019;
read twice; and referred to the Senate Committee on Banking,
Housing, and Urban Affairs.
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Promoting Research and Observations of Space Weather to Improve the
Forecasting of Tomorrow Act
H.R. 5260 (S. 881)
To improve understanding and forecasting of space weather, and
for other purposes.
Summary
H.R. 5260 requires the National Science and Technology
Council to establish an interagency working group on space
weather to improve the understanding of and preparation for
space weather phenomena and coordinate Federal space weather
activities.
Legislative History
H.R. 5260 was introduced in the House by Mr. Perlmutter,
Mr. Brooks of Alabama, and Ms. Johnson of Texas on November 22,
2020, and referred to the Committee on Science, Space, and
Technology; the Committee on Armed Services; and the Committee
on Natural Resources.
The Committee on Science, Space, and Technology considered
H.R. 5260 on January 9, 2020, and ordered the measure to be
reported to the House, amended, by voice vote.
The Chair of the Committee on Transportation and
Infrastructure sent a letter to the Speaker on December 8,
2020, requesting a referral of H.R. 5260 to the Committee on
Transportation and Infrastructure.
S. 881
S. 8814, the Senate companion measure, was introduced in
the Senate on March 26, 2019, by Mr. Peters and Mr. Gardner and
referred to the Senate Committee on Commerce, Science, and
Transportation.
The Senate Committee on Commerce, Science, and
Transportation considered S. 881 on April 3, 2019, and ordered
the measure to be reported, favorably.
The Senate Committee on Commerce, Science, and
Transportation reported S. 881 to the Senate on December 11,
2019, as S. Rpt. 116-171.
The Senate considered S. 881 on July 27, 2020, and passed
the measure, amended, by unanimous consent.
S. 881 was received in the House on July 29, 2020, and held
at the Desk.
The House considered S. 881 under Suspension of the Rules
on September 16, 2020, and passed the Measure, by voice vote.
Clearing the measure for the President.
S. 881 was presented to the President on October 9, 2020.
The President signed S. 881 into law on October 21, 2020, as
Public Law 116-181.
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Ban Surprise Billing Act
H.R. 5800
To end surprise medical billing and increase transparency in
health coverage.
Summary
H.R. 5800, as amended, limits payments to certain air
ambulance providers. The legislation further directs the
Secretary of Health and Human Services, in consultation with
the Secretaries of Labor and Treasury, to establish, by
regulation, an independent dispute resolution process; the bill
would force nonparticipating service providers--including
certain air ambulance providers--into this process to adjust or
otherwise contest a ``recognized amount'' or to resolve any
subsequent disputes. Notably, the IDR process is made available
to air ambulance providers only for payments above $25,000.
Legislative History
H.R. 5800 was introduced in the House on February 7, 2020,
by Mr. Scott of Virginia Ms. Foxx of North Carolina and
referred to the Committee on Energy and Commerce, and in
addition to the Committee on Education and Labor; the Committee
on Ways and Means; and the Committee on Oversight and Reform.
The Committee on Education and Labor considered H.R. 5800
on February 11, 2020 and ordered the measure to be reported to
the House with a favorable recommendation, amended, by a record
vote of 32 yeas and 13 nays.
The Chair of the Committee on Transportation and
Infrastructure sent a letter to the Speaker on August 13, 2020,
requesting a sequential referral of H.R. 5800.
The Committee on Education and Labor reported H.R. 5800 to
the House on December 2, 2020, H. Rpt. 116-615, Part I.
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National Evaluation of Aviation and Aerospace Solutions to Climate
Change Act of 2020
H.R. 5977
To direct the Secretary of Transportation to seek to enter into
an agreement with the National Academies of Sciences,
Engineering, and Medicine to conduct a study on climate change
mitigation efforts with respect to the civil aviation and
aerospace industries, and for other purposes.
Summary
This measure provides the Secretary of Transportation with
authorization for the National Academies of Sciences,
Engineering, and Medicine to conduct a study on climate change
mitigation efforts within the civil aviation and aerospace
industries.
Legislative History
H.R. 5977 was introduced in the House on February 26, 2020,
by Mr. Larsen of Washington, Ms. Schrier, and Ms. Davids of
Kansas and referred to the Committee on Transportation and
Infrastructure. Within the Committee, H.R. 5977 was referred to
the Subcommittee on Aviation.
On March 25, 2020, the Chair of the Committee on Science,
Space, and Technology sent a letter to the Speaker requesting a
sequential referral of H.R. 5977.
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APPROPRIATIONS
Continuing Appropriations Act, 2021 and Other Extensions Act
H.R. 8319 (H.R. 176)
Making continuing appropriations for fiscal year 2021, and for
other purposes.
Summary
Provisions relating to the extension of the Fixing
America's Surface Transportation Act (Fast Act) (Pub. L. 114-
94) were included in the Continuing Resolution (CR). Public Law
114-94 authorized funding through Fiscal Year 2020 for programs
administered by the Federal Highway Administration (FHWA). The
CR extends the September 30, 2020 deadline until September 31,
2021.
Provisions relating to a one-year extension of the
Appalachian Regional Commission were included in section 1101
of H.R. 8319 as introduced.
Legislative History
H.R. 8319 was introduced in the House on September 21,
2020, by Mrs. Lowey and referred to the Committee on
Appropriations, and the Committee on the Budget.
H.R. 176
H.R. 176, the Appalachian Regional Commission Relocation
Act, was introduced in the House on January 3, 2019, by Mr.
Griffith and referred to the Committee on Transportation and
Infrastructure. Within the Committee, H.R. 176 was referred to
the Subcommittee on Economic Development, Public Buildings, and
Emergency Management.
Provisions relating to a one-year extension of the
Appalachian Regional Commission were included in section 1101
of H.R. 8319 as introduced.
ACTIVITIES OF THE FULL COMMITTEE
Peter A. DeFazio, Oregon, Chair
Sam Graves, Missouri, Ranking
Member
(37-30)
Don Young, Alaska Eleanor Holmes Norton, District of
Eric A. ``Rick'' Crawford, Arkansas Columbia
Bob Gibbs, Ohio Eddie Bernice Johnson, Texas
Daniel Webster, Florida Rick Larsen, Washington
Thomas Massie, Kentucky Grace F. Napolitano, California
Scott Perry, Pennsylvania Daniel Lipinski, Illinois
Rodney Davis, Illinois Steve Cohen, Tennessee
Rob Woodall, Georgia Albio Sires, New Jersey
John Katko, New York John Garamendi, California
Brian Babin, Texas Henry C. ``Hank'' Johnson, Jr.,
Garret Graves, Louisiana Georgia
David Rouzer, North Carolina Andre Carson, Indiana
Mike Bost, Illinois Dina Titus, Nevada
Randy K. Weber, Sr., Texas Sean Patrick Maloney, New York
Doug LaMalfa, California Jared Huffman, California
Bruce Westerman, Arkansas Julia Brownley, California
Lloyd Smucker, Pennsylvania Frederica S. Wilson, Florida
Brian J. Mast, Florida Donald M. Payne, Jr., New Jersey
Mike Gallagher, Wisconsin Alan S. Lowenthal, California
Gary J. Palmer, Alabama Mark DeSaulnier, California
Brian K. Fitzpatrick, Pennsylvania Stacey E. Plaskett, Virgin Islands
Jenniffer Gonzalez-Colon, Puerto RicoStephen F. Lynch, Massachusetts
Troy Balderson, Ohio Salud O. Carbajal, California,
Ross Spano, Florida Vice Chair
Pete Stauber, Minnesota Anthony G. Brown, Maryland
Carol D. Miller, West Virginia Adriano Espaillat, New York
Greg Pence, Indiana Tom Malinowski, New Jersey
Mike Garcia, California Greg Stanton, Arizona
Vacancy Debbie Mucarsel-Powell, Florida
Lizzie Fletcher, Texas
Colin Z. Allred, Texas
Sharice Davids, Kansas
Abby Finkenauer, Iowa
Jesus G. Garcia, Illinois
Antonio Delgado, New York
Chris Pappas, New Hampshire
Angie Craig, Minnesota
Harley Rouda, California
Conor Lamb, Pennsylvania
The Full Committee held 9 hearings, received testimony from
91 witnesses, and considered 50 measures.
Organizational Meeting
On February 7, 2019, the Committee met for an
organizational meeting. The Committee adopted: The Rules of the
Committee, and the Subcommittee Memberships, both by voice
vote.
On February 26, 2020, the Committee revised the Committee
Rules.
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LEGISLATIVE ACTIVITIES
February 27, 2019
On February 27, 2019, the Committee considered the
following measures:
H.R. 639, To amend section 327 of the Robert T. Stafford
Disaster Relief and Emergency Assistance Act to clarify that
National Urban Search and Rescue Response System task forces
may include Federal employees. Ordered to be reported to the
House with a favorable recommendation, without amendment, by
voice vote.
H.R. 1318, To direct the Library of Congress to obtain a
stain glassed panel depicting the seal of the District of
Columbia and install the panel among the stained glass panels
depicting the seals of States which overlook the Main Reading
Room of the Library of Congress Thomas Jefferson Building.
Ordered to be reported to the House with a favorable
recommendation, without amendment, by voice vote.
H. Con. Res. 16, Authorizing the use of the Capitol Grounds
for the National Peace Officers Memorial Service and the
National Honor Guard and Pipe Band Exhibition. Ordered to be
reported to the House with a favorable recommendation, without
amendment, by voice vote.
H.Con. Res. 19, Authorizing the use of the Capitol Grounds
for the Greater Washington Soap Box Derby. Ordered to be
reported to the House with a favorable recommendation, without
amendment, by voice vote.
Fiscal Year 2020 Budget Views and Estimates of the
Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. Ordered to be
reported to the Committee on the Budget with a favorable
recommendation, without amendment, by voice vote.
March 27, 2019
On March 27, 2019, the Committee considered the following
measures:
H.R. 367, the Pay Our Coast Guard Parity Act of 2019.
Ordered to be reported to the House with a favorable
recommendation, as amended, by voice vote.
H.R. 1108, the Aviation Funding Stability Act of 2019.
Ordered to be reported to the House with a favorable
recommendation, as amended by voice vote.
H.R. 1306, the Federal Disaster Assistance Coordination
Act. Ordered to be reported to the House with a favorable
recommendation, without amendment, by voice vote
H.R. 1307, the Post-Disaster Assistance Online
Accountability Act. Ordered to be reported to the House with a
favorable recommendation, without amendment, by voice vote.
H.R. 1311, To amend the Robert T. Stafford Disaster Relief
and Emergency Assistance Act to ensure that unmet needs after a
major disaster are met. Ordered to be reported to the House
with a favorable recommendation, without amendment, by voice
vote.
H.R. 1322, To require a report on the effects of climate
change on the Coast Guard, and for other purposes. Ordered to
be reported to the House with a favorable recommendation,
without amendment, by voice vote.
H.R. 1331, the Local Water Protection Act. Ordered to be
reported to the House with a favorable recommendation, without
amendment, by voice vote.
H.R. 1775, the Notice to Airmen Improvement Act of 2019.
Ordered to be reported to the House with a favorable
recommendation, without amendment, by voice vote.
May 8, 2019
On May 8, 2019, the Committee considered the following
measures:
H.R. 1984, the Disclosing Aid Spent to Ensure Relief Act.
Ordered to be reported to the House with a favorable
recommendation, without amendment, by voice vote.
H.R. 2440, the Full Utilization of the Harbor Maintenance
Trust Fund Act. Ordered to be reported to the House with a
favorable recommendation, without amendment, by voice vote.
H.R. 2502, the Transparency in Federal Buildings Projects
Act of 2019. Ordered to be reported to the House with a
favorable recommendation, without amendment, by voice vote.
20 General Services Administration Capital Investment and
Leasing Program Resolutions; adopted by voice vote.
June 26, 2019
On June 26, 2019, the Committee considered the following
measures:
H.R. 2548, the Hazard Eligibility and Local Projects Act.
Ordered to be reported to the House with a favorable
recommendation, as amended, by voice vote.
H.R. 2726, the Banning Smoking on Amtrak Act of 2019.
Ordered to be reported to the House with a favorable
recommendation, without amendment, by voice vote.
H.R. 3362, the Small Airport Mothers' Rooms Act of 2019.
Ordered to be reported to the House with a favorable
recommendation, without amendment, by voice vote.
H.R. 3409, the Coast Guard Authorization of 2019. Ordered
to be reported to the House with a favorable recommendation, as
amended, by voice vote.
September 19, 2019
On September 19, 2019, the Committee considered the
following measures:
H.R. 1132, the San Francisco Bay Restoration Act. Ordered
to be reported to the House with a favorable recommendation, as
amended, by voice vote.
H.R. 1620, the Chesapeake Bay Program Reauthorization Act.
Ordered to be reported to the House with a favorable
recommendation, without amendment, by voice vote.
H.R. 2242, To amend the Robert T. Stafford Disaster Relief
and Emergency Assistance Act to include certain services in the
definition of critical services, and for other purposes.
Ordered to be reported to the House with a favorable
recommendation, as amended, by voice vote.
H.R. 2247, the Promoting United Government Efforts To Save
Our Sound Act. Ordered to be reported to the House with a
favorable recommendation, as amended, by voice vote.
H.R. 3632, the Fair and Open Skies Act. Ordered to be
reported to the House with a favorable recommendation, without
amendment, by voice vote.
H.R. 3779, the Resilience Revolving Loan Fund Act of 2019.
Ordered to be reported to the House with a favorable
recommendation, as amended, by voice vote.
H.R. 4031, the Great Lakes Restoration Initiative Act of
2019. Ordered to be reported to the House with a favorable
recommendation, without amendment, by voice vote.
H.R. 4044, the Protect and Restore America's Estuaries Act.
Ordered to be reported to the House with a favorable
recommendation, without amendment, by voice vote.
H.R. 4275, To amend the Federal Water Pollution Control Act
to reauthorize the Lake Pontchartrain Basin Restoration
Program, and for other purposes. Ordered to be reported to the
House with a favorable recommendation, as amended, by voice
vote.
H.R. 4347 the Preparedness and Risk Management for Extreme
Weather Patterns Assuring Resilience and Effectiveness Act of
2019. Ordered to be reported to the House, without amendment,
by voice vote.
6 General Services Administration Capital Investment and
Leasing Program Resolutions; adopted by voice vote.
October 29, 2019
On October 29, 2019, the Committee considered the following
measures:
H.R. 1497, the Water Quality Protection and Job Creation
Act of 2019. Ordered to be reported to the House with a
favorable recommendation, as amended, by voice vote
H.R. 4719, the Funding Instruction for Safety, Health, and
Security Avoids Fishing Emergencies Act. Ordered to be reported
to the House with a favorable recommendation, as amended, by
voice vote.
H. Con. Res. 37, Expressing support for designation of
October 28 as ``Honoring the Nation's First Responders Day''.
Ordered to be reported to the House with a favorable
recommendation, without amendment, by voice vote.
November 20, 2019
On November 20, 2019, the Committee considered the
following measures;
H.R. 5047, the GSA Lease Transparency Act of 2019. Ordered
to be reported to the House with a favorable recommendation,
without amendment, by a record vote of 33 yeas and 22 nays
(Roll Call Vote No. 10).
H.R. 5119, the Safe Aircraft Maintenance Standards Act.
Ordered to be reported to the House with a favorable
recommendation, without amendment, by a record vote of 39 yeas
and 19 nays (Roll Call Vote No. 12).
H.R. 5120, the SAFER Pipelines Act of 2019. Ordered to be
reported to the House with a favorable recommendation, as
amended, by a record vote of 32 yeas and 26 nays (Roll Call
Vote No. 9).
H.R. 5139, the Stop Sexual Assault and Harassment in
Transportation Act. Ordered to be reported to the House with a
favorable recommendation, as amended, by voice vote.
February 26, 2020
On February 26, 2020, the Committee considered the
following measures.
Revised Rules of the Committee on Transportation and
Infrastructure. Agreed to by voice vote.
Updated Subcommittee Roster. Adopted by voice vote.
Fiscal Year 2021 Budget Views and Estimates of the
Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. Ordered to be
reported to the Committee on the Budget with a favorable
recommendation, without amendment, by voice vote.
H.R. 2914, the Housing Survivors of Major Disasters Act of
2019. Ordered to be reported to the House with a favorable
recommendation, as amended, by voice vote.
H.R. 4470, To rename the Saint Lawrence Seaway Development
Corporation the Great Lakes St. Lawrence Seaway Development
Corporation. Ordered to be reported to the House with a
favorable recommendation, without amendment, by voice vote.
H.R. 5756, the Resiliency Enhancement Act of 2020. Ordered
to be reported to the House with a favorable recommendation,
without amendment, by voice vote.
H.R. 5912, the Expedited Delivery of Airport
Infrastructure. Ordered to be reported to the House with a
favorable recommendation, without amendment, by voice vote.
H.R. 5953, the Preventing Disaster Revictimization Act.
Ordered to be reported to the House with a favorable
recommendation, as amended, by voice vote.
H. Con. Res. 90, authorizing the use of the Capitol Grounds
for the National Peace Officers Memorial Service and the
National Honor Guard and Pipe Band Exhibition. Ordered to be
reported to the House with a favorable recommendation, without
amendment, by voice vote.
24 General Services Administration Capital Investment and
Leasing Program Resolutions; adopted by voice vote.
June 17 and 18, 2020
On June 17 and 18, 2020, the Committee considered H.R. 2,
the Investing in a New Vision for the Environment and Surface
Transportation in America Act. Ordered the measure to be
reported to the House with a favorable recommendation, as
amended, by voice vote.
July 15, 2020
On July 15, 2020, the Committee considered the following
measures:
Updated Subcommittee Roster. Adopted by voice vote.
H.R. 7575, the Water Resources Development Act of 2020.
Ordered to be reported to the House with a favorable
recommendation, as amended, by voice vote.
September 30, 2020
On September 30, 2020, the Committee considered the
following measures:
H.R. 4358, the Preliminary Damage Assessment Improvement
Act of 2019. Ordered to be reported to the House with a
favorable recommendation, as amended, by voice vote.
H.R. 4611, the Ocean Pollution Reduction Act II. Ordered to
be reported to the House with a favorable recommendation, as
amended, by voice vote.
H.R. 5919, the National Children's Museum Act. Ordered to
be reported to the House with a favorable recommendation, as
amended, by voice vote.
H.R. 8266, the FEMA Assistance Relief Act of 2020. Ordered
to be reported to the House with a favorable recommendation, as
amended, by voice vote.
H.R. 8326, the Child Care is Economic Development Act of
2020. Ordered to be reported to the House with a favorable
recommendation, without amendment, by voice vote.
H.R. 8408, the Aircraft Certification Reform and
Accountability Act. Ordered to be reported to the House with a
favorable recommendation, without amendment, by voice vote.
30 General Services Administration Capital Investment and
Leasing Program Resolutions; adopted by voice vote.
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LEGISLATIVE AND OVERSIGHT ACTIVITIES
Investing in Infrastructure Cannot Wait
On February 7, 2019, the Committee held a hearing entitled
``The Cost of Doing Nothing: Why Investing in Our Nation's
Infrastructure Cannot Wait.'' The Committee examined the
current state of the Nation's roads, bridges, transit systems,
clean water systems, ports and inland waterways, and airports;
and receive testimony on what will happen if we do not begin to
address the backlog of infrastructure needs. The Committee
received testimony from: Hon. Tim Walz, Governor, State of
Minnesota, testifying on behalf of The National Governors
Association; Hon. Eric Garcetti, Mayor, City of Los Angeles,
California, testifying on behalf of The United States
Conference of Mayors; Hon. Ray LaHood, Co-Chair, Building
America's Future; Mr. Richard Anderson, President and Chief
Executive Officer, National Railroad Passenger Corporation
(Amtrak); Hon. Eric K. Fanning, President and Chief Executive
Officer, Aerospace Industries Association; Mr. Lawrence J.
Krauter, Chief Executive Officer, Spokane International
Airport; Ms. Angela C. Lee, Director, Charlotte Water,
Charlotte, North Carolina, testifying on behalf of The Water
Environment Federation and The National Association of Clean
Water Agencies, Mr. Rich McArdle, President, UPS Freight,
testifying on behalf of the U.S. Chamber of Commerce; Ms.
Kristin Meira, Executive Director, Pacific Northwest Waterways
Association; and Mr. Larry I. Willis, President, Transportation
Trades Department, American Federation of Labor and Congress of
Industrial Organizations (AFL-CIO).
Climate Change
On February 26, 2019, the Committee held a hearing entitled
``Examining How Federal Infrastructure Policy Could Help
Mitigate and Adapt to Climate Change.'' This hearing examined
the role the transportation sector plays in global warming,
understand the dual track approach of mitigation and
resiliency, and learn from individuals in the public and
private sectors whom have demonstrated pragmatic solutions for
reducing carbon emissions and building resilient
infrastructure. The first panel focused on ways to mitigate the
effects of climate change, by reducing carbon emissions to
reduce the accumulation of greenhouse gases in the atmosphere.
The Committee received testimony from Dr. Daniel Sperling,
Board Member, California Air Resources Board; Mr. Ben
Prochazka; Vice President, Electrification Coalition; Ms. Vicki
Arroyo, Executive Director, Georgetown Climate Center; Mr.
James M. Proctor, II, Senior Vice President and General
Counsel, McWane, Inc.; Mr. Kevin DeGood, Director,
Infrastructure Policy, Center for American Progress; Ms. Lynn
Scarlett, Vice President, Policy and Government Affairs, The
Nature Conservancy; and Dr. Whitley J. Saumweber, Director,
Stephenson Ocean Security (SOS) Project, Center for Strategic
and International Studies.
Boeing 737 Max Aircraft
Members of the Committee received a briefing by
representatives from the FAA, including the Acting
Administrator, on March 14, 2019, to discuss the grounding of
the Boeing 737 Max. Days after, the Chair of the Full Committee
and the Chair of the Subcommittee on Aviation launched an
investigation into the design, development, and certification
of the 737 MAX, and related issues. The Committee held a total
of five 737 MAX related hearings, including two at the Full
Committee level.
On October 30, 2019, the Committee held a hearing entitled
``The Boeing 737 MAX: Examining the Design, Development, and
Marketing of the Aircraft.'' The Committee received testimony
from Mr. Dennis A. Muilenburg, President and Chief Executive
Officer; and Mr. John Hamilton, Vice President and Chief
Engineer, Boeing Commercial Airplanes both from The Boeing
Company.
On December 11, 2019, the Committee held a hearing entitled
``The Boeing 737 MAX: Examining the Federal Aviation
Administration's Oversight of the Aircraft's Certification.''
The Committee received testimony from Hon. Stephen M. Dickson,
Administrator, accompanied by Mr. Earl Lawrence, Executive
Director, Aircraft Certification Service, both of the Federal
Aviation Administration; Mr. Matthew Kiefer, Member, Technical
Advisory Board; Mr. Edward F. Pierson, retired Boeing employee;
Mr. G. Michael Collins, retired Federal Aviation Administration
employee; Mica R. Endsley, PhD, President, SA Technologies,
testifying on behalf of the Human Factors and Ergonomics
Society; Mr. John Cox, President and Chief Executive Officer,
Safety Operating Systems.
Airport Investments
On March 26, 2019, the Committee held a hearing entitled
``The Cost of Doing Nothing: Why Investment in Our Nation's
Airports Matter.'' The Committee explored the state of U.S.
airport infrastructure and opportunities for Congress to
increase funding for projects that will rehabilitate aging
infrastructure and prepare for anticipated passenger demand in
the coming years. The Committee received testimony from Mr.
Lawrence J. Krauter, Chief Executive Officer, Spokane
International Airport; Ms. Tori Barnes, Executive Vice
President, Public Affairs and Policy, U.S. Travel Association;
Ms. Candace S. McGraw, Chief Executive Officer, Cincinnati/
Northern Kentucky International Airport; Mr. Joseph W. Lopano,
Chief Executive Officer, Tampa International Airport; Mr. Ted
Christie, Chief Executive Officer and President, Spirit
Airlines, Inc.; and Mr. Marc Scribner, Senior Fellow,
Competitive Enterprise Institute.
Member Day
Pursuant to H. Res. 6, Sec. 103(j), the Committee provided
all Members of Congress an opportunity to testify before the
Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure on their policy
priorities which fall within the Committee's jurisdiction.
On May 1, 2019, the Committee held a hearing entitled
``Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure Members'' Day
Hearing.'' The Committee received testimony from Hon. Max Rose,
a Representative in Congress from the 11th District of New
York; Hon. Gwen Moore, a Representative in Congress from the
14th District of Wisconsin; Hon. Lori Trahan, a Representative
in Congress from the 3rd District of Massachusetts; Hon. Cheri
Bustos, a Representative in Congress from the 17th District of
Illinois; Hon. Mikie Sherrill, a Representative in Congress
from the 11th District of New Jersey; Hon. Josh Harder, a
Representative in Congress from the 10th District of
California.
Hon. Joe Cunningham, a Representative in Congress from the
1st District of South Carolina; Hon. Glenn Thompson, a
Representative in Congress from the 15th District of
Pennsylvania; Hon. Ilhan Omar, a Representative in Congress
from the 5th District of Minnesota; Hon. Mike Quigley, a
Representative in Congress from the 5th District of Illinois;
Hon. Roger W. Marshall, a Representative in Congress from the
1st District of Kansas; Hon. Lauren Underwood, a Representative
in Congress from the 14th District of Illinois; Hon. Steny H.
Hoyer, a Representative in Congress from the 5th District of
Maryland.
Hon. James R. Langevin, a Representative in Congress from
the 2nd District of Rhode Island; Hon. James A. Himes, a
Representative in Congress from the 4th District of
Connecticut; Hon. Earl Blumenauer, a Representative in Congress
from the 3rd District of Oregon; Hon. Dan Newhouse, a
Representative in Congress from the 4th District of Washington;
Hon. Robert J. Wittman, a Representative in Congress from the
1st District of Virginia; Hon. Donna E. Shalala, a
Representative in Congress from the 27th District of Florida;
Hon. Scott H. Peters, a Representative in Congress from the
52nd District of California.
Hon. Danny K. Davis, a Representative in Congress from the
7th District of Illinois; Hon. Josh Gottheimer, a
Representative in Congress from the 5th District of New Jersey;
Hon. Ro Khanna, a Representative in Congress from the 17th
District of California; Hon. Debra A. Haaland, a Representative
in Congress from the 1st District of New Mexico; Hon. Ben
Cline, a Representative in Congress from the 6th District of
Virginia; Hon. Peter Welch, a Representative in Congress from
Vermont; Hon. Pramila Jayapal, a Representative in Congress
from the 7th District of Washington.
Hon. Elaine G. Luria, a Representative in Congress from the
2nd District of Virginia; Hon. William R. Keating, a
Representative in Congress from the 9th District of
Massachusetts; Hon. Grace Meng, a Representative in Congress
from the 6th District of New York; Hon. Steve King, a
Representative in Congress from the 4th District of Iowa; Hon.
Tom O'Halleran, a Representative in Congress from the 1st
District of Arizona; Hon. Tony Cardenas, a Representative in
Congress from the 29th District of California; Hon. Zoe
Lofgren, a Representative in Congress from the 19th District of
California.
Hon. Mary Gay Scanlon, a Representative in Congress from
the 5th District of Pennsylvania; Hon. Jim Costa, a
Representative in Congress from the 16th District of
California; Hon. Nydia M. Velazquez, a Representative in
Congress from the 7th District of New York; Hon. Mark Takano, a
Representative in Congress from the 41st District of
California; Hon. Elissa Slotkin, a Representative in Congress
from the 8th District of Michigan; Hon. Joe Neguse, a
Representative in Congress from the 2nd District of Colorado;
Hon. Earl L. ``Buddy'' Carter, a Representative in Congress
from the 1st District of Georgia.
Hon. Dean Phillips, a Representative in Congress from the
3rd District of Minnesota; Hon. Maxine Waters, a Representative
in Congress from the 43rd District of California; and Hon.
Doris O. Matsui, a Representative in Congress from the 6th
District of California.
The Gateway Project
On May 2 and 3, 2019, Members of the Committee conducted a
tour of the Gateway Project in New York and New Jersey and
conducted a roundtable briefing. Committee Members and Staff
examined rail infrastructure between Washington, D.C., and New
York City, NY, including: Washington Union Station; Baltimore
Penn Station; the Baltimore & Potomac Tunnel; the Susquehanna
River Bridge; Philadelphia William H. Gray III Station; Newark
Penn Station and the beginning of the Gateway Program; and New
York Penn Station.
On May 3, 2019, the Members conducted a roundtable meeting
``The Cost of Doing Nothing: The Gateway Program.'' The Members
met with representatives from the State of New Jersey; Amtrak;
Partnership for New York City; NJ TRANSIT; and the Gateway
Program Development Corporation.
Public Transit and Freight Rail Sectors
On May 16, 2019, the Committee held a hearing entitled
``The Impacts of State-Owned Enterprises on Public Transit and
Freight Rail Sectors.'' The Committee received testimony about
recent entrants to the rolling stock market, current federal
policies, and the impacts on American workers, American
taxpayers and transit riders. The Committee received testimony
from Mr. Scott N. Paul, President, Alliance for American
Manufacturing; BGen John Adams, (Ret. U.S. Army), President,
Guardian Six Consultancy, LLC; Mr. Hamilton Galloway, Head of
Consultancy, Americas, Oxford Economics; Mr. Frank J. Cilluffo,
Director, McCrary Institute for Cyber and Critical
Infrastructure Security; and Director, Center for Cyber and
Homeland Security, Auburn University; Mr. Zachary Kahn,
Director of Government Relations, BYD Heavy Industries; and Mr.
Phillip A. Washington, Chief Executive Officer, Los Angeles
County Metropolitan Transportation Authority.
Congressional Delegation
From May 23 through June 1, 2019, the Chair of the
Committee led a Congressional Delegation to Paris and Bordeaux,
the French Republic; Copenhagen, the Kingdom of Denmark;
Stockholm, the Kingdom of Sweden; and Berlin, the Federal
Republic of Germany. The delegation discussed items related to
national security and regional transportation projects and
practices. Additionally, the Members attended the 75th
anniversary Memorial Day Ceremony of D Day, in Normandy,
France.
Puerto Rico and U.S. Virgin Islands Recovery
From February 13 through February 17, 2020, the Chair of
the Committee led a Congressional Delegation to the
municipalities of San Juan, Ponce, Guayanilla, Yauco and
Guanica in Puerto Rico; and St. Croix and St. Thomas in the
U.S. Virgin Islands. The Members examined preparedness,
response, recovery, and mitigation efforts in the wake of
hurricanes Irma and Maria in 2017 and recent earthquakes,
including activities at both the local and Federal level.
COVID-19 Pandemic
In December 2019, an acute infectious respiratory disease
was identified in Wuhan, Hubei Province of China. The virus,
Coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) since spread globally,
resulting in the ongoing 2019-20 coronavirus pandemic.
On March 20, 2020, the Members of the Committee conducted a
Member briefing with representatives from the Federal Emergency
Management Agency (FEMA) to discuss Federal activities relating
to the COVID-19 Pandemic response.
On April 16, 2020, the Members of the Committee conducted a
Member briefing with the FEMA Administrator, to discuss Federal
activities relating to the COVID-19 Pandemic.
Additionally, Members of the Committee participated in
weekly, regionally-based briefings by representatives from FEMA
throughout the Spring of 2020.
On June 9, 2020, the Committee held a hybrid (remote and
in-person) hearing entitled ``On the Front Lines: The Impact of
COVID-19 on Transportation Workers.'' The Committee received
testimony from Mr. Larry I. Willis, President, Transportation
Trades Department, American Federation of Labor and Congress of
Industrial Organizations (AFL-CIO); Mr. LaMont Byrd, Director,
Health and Safety Department, International Brotherhood of
Teamsters; Ms. Susannah Carr, Flight Attendant, United
Airlines, testifying on behalf of the Association of Flight
Attendants--CWA; Mr. Tomas M. Shaw, Transit Operator, Southern
Pennsylvania Transportation Authority, testifying on behalf of
the Transportation Workers Union; and Mr. Randy Guillot,
President, Triple G Express, Inc. and Southeast Motor Freight
Inc., testifying on behalf of the American Trucking
Associations. The Committee examined the impacts of the COVID-
19 crisis on transportation workers. At the hearing, Members
heard about how the COVID-19 crisis has impacted the health,
working conditions, and employment opportunities of
transportation industry workers and will receive
recommendations on policy actions that will better protect
workers and safeguard this important industry moving forward.
Disadvantaged Business Enterprise Program
On September 23, 2020, the Committee held a hearing
entitled ``Driving Equity: The U.S. Department of
Transportation's Disadvantaged Business Enterprise Program.''
This hearing examined the status of the U.S. Department of
Transportation's (DOT) Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE)
Program, which was established to remedy discrimination against
minority and women-owned businesses. The Committee received
testimony from Ms. Evalynn Williams, President, Dikita
Enterprises; Ms. Geri E. Boyer, President, Kasakia Engineering
Group, testifying on behalf of The American Counsel of
Engineering Companies; Mr. Farad Ali, Director, Airport
Minority Advisory Council; Mr. Sandy-Michael E. McDonald,
Director, Office of Economic and Small Business Development,
Broward County, Florida; Ms. Sandra D. Norman, Administrator,
Civil Rights Division, Department of Transportation,
Commonwealth of Virginia; and Dr. Jon S. Wainwright, Affiliated
Consultant, testifying on behalf of NERA Economic Consulting.
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INVESTIGATIVE ACTIVITIES
Boeing 737 Max
On March 13, 2019, the Federal Aviation Administration
(FAA) announced the temporary grounding of all Boeing 737 MAX-8
and MAX-9 aircraft. This announcement was made after two fatal
accidents claimed the lives of 346 people, including eight
American citizens. In October 2018 Lion Air-operated MAX-8
crashed in Indonesia and in March 2019 an Ethiopian Airlines-
operated MAX-8 crashed, killing all on board.
Members of the Committee received a briefing by
representatives from the FAA, including the Acting
Administrator, on March 14, 2019, to discuss the grounding of
the aircraft. Days after, the Chair of the Full Committee and
the Chair of the Subcommittee on Aviation launched an
investigation into the design, development, and certification
of the 737 MAX, and related issues. The Committee held a total
of five 737 MAX related hearings, including two at the Full
Committee level.
On October 30, 2019, the Committee held a hearing entitled
``The Boeing 737 MAX: Examining the Design, Development, and
Marketing of the Aircraft.'' On December 11, 2019, the
Committee held a hearing entitled ``The Boeing 737 MAX:
Examining the Federal Aviation Administration's Oversight of
the Aircraft's Certification.''
In March 2020, the Majority Staff of the Committee released
its ``Preliminary Investigative Findings'' from its 737 MAX
investigation (``The Boeing 737 MAX Aircraft: Costs,
Consequences, and Lessons from its Design, Development, and
Certification--Preliminary Investigative Findings.'')
The Committee's 18-month long investigation culminated in
the release of a final 238-page report in September 2020
(``Final Committee Report: The Design, Development &
Certification of the Boeing 737 MAX.''). Prepared by the
Majority Staff of the Committee, the report was based upon the
review of an estimated 600,000 pages of records from Boeing,
the FAA and others, two dozen official interviews with FAA and
Boeing employees, including three transcribed interviews and it
was informed by records and information provided by multiple
subject matter experts and numerous whistleblowers who
contacted the Committee directly.
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OVERSIGHT LETTERS
2021 Presidential Transition
On November 10, 2020, the Chair of the Full Committee
joined with the Chairs of the Standing Committees in sending
letters to the Secretaries of Health and Human Services;
Homeland Security; and Transportation; the Attorney General;
the Administrators of the Environmental Protection Agency and
the General Services Administration; and the Chair of the
Federal Maritime Commission requesting all Administrative
records be retained and preserved in accordance with 44 U.S.C.
On November 25, 2020, the Chair of the Full Committee
joined with the Chairs of the Standing Committees in sending
letters to the Secretaries of the Departments and Agencies
requesting documents and information related to the proposed
change by the Director of the Office of Personnel and
Management regarding Executive Order 13957 and Schedule F.
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COMMITTEE HEARINGS HELD
116-1 ``The Cost of Doing Nothing: Why Investing in Our
Nation's Infrastructure Cannot Wait.'' February 7, 2019.
116-3 ``Examining How Federal Infrastructure Policy Could
Help Mitigate and Adapt to Climate Change.'' February 26, 2019.
116-8 ``The Cost of Doing Nothing: Why Investment in Our
Nation's Airports Matter. March 26, 2019.
116-13 ``Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure
Members'' Day Hearing.'' May 1, 2019.
116-16 ``The Impacts of State-Owned Enterprises on Public
Transit and Freight Rail Sectors.'' May 16, 2019.
116-40 ``The Boeing 737 MAX: Examining the Design,
Development, and Marketing of the Aircraft.'' October 30, 2019.
116-46 ``The Boeing 737 MAX: Examining the Federal
Aviation Administration's Oversight of the Aircraft's
Certification.'' December 11, 2019.
116-61 ``On the Front Lines: The Impact of COVID-19 on
Transportation Workers.'' June 9, 2020.
116-64 ``Driving Equity: The U.S. Department of
Transportation's Disadvantaged Business Enterprise Program.''
September 23, 2020.
ACTIVITIES OF THE SUBCOMMITTEE ON AVIATION
Rick Larsen, Washington, Chair
Garret Graves, Louisiana, Ranking
Member
(22-17)
Don Young, Alaska Andre Carson, Indiana
Daniel Webster, Florida Stacey E. Plaskett, Virgin Islands
Thomas Massie, Kentucky Stephen F. Lynch, Massachusetts
Scott Perry, Pennsylvania Eleanor Holmes Norton, District of
Rob Woodall, Georgia Columbia
John Katko, New York Daniel Lipinski, Illinois
David Rouzer, North Carolina Steve Cohen, Tennessee
Lloyd Smucker, Pennsylvania Henry C. ``Hank'' Johnson, Jr.,
Brian J. Mast, Florida Georgia
Mike Gallagher, Wisconsin Dina Titus, Nevada
Brian K. Fitzpatrick, Pennsylvania Julia Brownley, California
Troy Balderson, Ohio Anthony G. Brown, Maryland
Ross Spano, Florida Greg Stanton, Arizona
Pete Stauber, Minnesota Colin Z. Allred, Texas
Vacancy Jesus G. Garcia, Illinois
Sam Graves, Missouri (Ex Officio) Eddie Bernice Johnson, Texas
Sean Patrick Maloney, New York
Donald M. Payne, Jr., New Jersey
Sharice Davids, Kansas, Vice Chair
Angie Craig, Minnesota
Grace F. Napolitano, California
Salud O. Carbajal, California
Peter A. DeFazio, Oregon (Ex
Officio)
The Subcommittee held 9 hearings, received testimony from
55 witnesses, and discharged 13 measures.
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LEGISLATIVE ACTIVITIES
Legislative activities occurred on the following measures
referred to the Subcommittee. See Legislative History above:
H.R. 1108, the Aviation Funding Stability Act of 2019.
H.R. 1775, the Notice to Airmen Improvement Act of 2019.
H.R. 1837, the United States-Israel Cooperation Enhancement
and Regional Security Act.
H.R. 3362, the Small Airport Mothers' Rooms Act of 2019.
H.R. 3632, the Fair and Open Skies Act.
H.R. 5119, the Safe Aircraft Maintenance Standards Act.
H.R. 5139, the Stop Sexual Assault and Harassment in
Transportation Act.
H.R. 5430, the United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement
Implementation Act.
H.R. 5912, the Expedited Delivery of Airport Infrastructure
Act of 2020.
H.R. 8202, To designate the airport traffic control tower
located at Piedmont Triad International Airport in Greensboro,
North Carolina, as the ``Senator Kay Hagan Airport Traffic
Control Tower''.
H.R. 8408, the Aircraft Certification Reform and
Accountability Act.
H. Res. 1145, Condemning the poisoning of Russian
opposition leader Alexei Navalny and calling for a robust
United States and international response.
S. 2249, A bill to allow the Deputy Administrator of the
Federal Aviation Administration on the date of enactment of
this Act to continue to serve as such Deputy Administrator.
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LEGISLATIVE AND OVERSIGHT ACTIVITIES
Impact of the Shutdown on Aviation
The Subcommittee met to obtain stakeholder perspectives on
how the 35-day partial shutdown of the Federal Government
impacted Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) functions and
operations, as well as the U.S. aviation industry and
workforce.
On February 13, 2019, the Subcommittee held a hearing
entitled ``Putting U.S. Aviation at Risk: The Impact of the
Shutdown.'' The Subcommittee received testimony from Mr. Paul
M. Rinaldi, President, National Air Traffic Controllers
Association, AFL-CIO; Mr. Michael Perrone, National President,
Professional Aviation Safety Specialists; Mr. Nicholas E.
Calio, President and Chief Executive Office, Airlines for
America; Ms. Sara Nelson, International President, Association
of Flight Attendants-CWA; and Mr. Peter J. Bunce, President and
Chief Executive Officer, General Aviation Manufacturers
Association.
Aviation 2050
The Subcommittee examined the future of U.S. aviation and
the National Airspace System (NAS), including how the NAS is
evolving as a result of new aviation and aerospace
technologies, as well as how new and future entrants (including
unmanned aircraft, passenger air taxis, and supersonic
aircraft) will change our airspace.
On March 12, 2019, the Subcommittee held a hearing entitled
``Looking Forward: Aviation 2050.'' The Subcommittee received
testimony from Mr. David McBride, Director, Armstrong Flight
Research Center, National Aeronautics and Space Administration;
Ms. Diana Marina Cooper, Senior Vice President, Policy and
Strategy, PrecisionHawk, Inc.; Dr. Eli Dourado, Head, Global
Policy and Communications, Boom Supersonic; Dr. Eric Allison,
Head, Elevate, Uber Technologies, Inc.; and Mr. Joseph G.
DePete, President, Air Line Pilots Association, International.
Federal Aviation Administration William J. Hughes Technical Center
On March 29, 2019, Members of the Full Committee and
Committee Staff conducted a site visit to the Federal Aviation
Administration (FAA) William J. Hughes Technical Center in Egg
Harbor Township, New Jersey. The Members toured the facility
and received a briefing on FAA research in NextGen, commercial
space, drones and aviation safety.
Boeing 737 Max
On March 13, 2019, the Federal Aviation Administration
(FAA) announced the temporary grounding of all Boeing 737 MAX-8
and MAX-9 aircraft. This announcement was made after two fatal
accidents claimed the lives of 346 people, including eight
American citizens. In October 2018 Lion Air-operated MAX-8
crashed in Indonesia and in March 2019 an Ethiopian Airlines-
operated MAX-8 crashed, killing all on board.
On May 15, 2019, the Subcommittee held a hearing entitled
``Status of the Boeing 737 MAX.'' The hearing examined the Lion
Air Flight 610 and Ethiopian Airlines Flight 302 accidents, the
resulting international grounding of the Boeing 737 MAX
aircraft, and actions needed to ensure the safety of the
aircraft before returning them to revenue service. The
Subcommittee received testimony from Mr. Daniel K. Elwell,
Acting Administrator, Federal Aviation Administration, U.S.
Department of Transportation, accompanied by Mr. Earl Lawrence,
Executive Director, Aircraft Certification; and Hon. Robert L.
Sumwalt, III, Chair, National Transportation Safety Board,
accompanied by Ms. Dana Schulze, Deputy Director.
On June 19, 2019, the Subcommittee held a hearing entitled
``Status of the Boeing 737 MAX: Stakeholder Perspectives.'' The
hearing gathered views and perspectives from aviation
stakeholders regarding the Lion Air Flight 610 and Ethiopian
Airlines Flight 302 accidents, the resulting international
grounding of the Boeing 737 MAX aircraft, and actions needed to
ensure the safety of the aircraft before returning them to
service. The Subcommittee received testimony from Ms. Sharon
Pinkerton, Senior Vice President, Legislative and Regulatory
Policy, Airlines for America; Mr. Daniel Carey, President,
Allied Pilots Association; Chesley Sullenberger, Pilot, US
Airways (Retired); Ms. Sara Nelson, International President,
Association of Flight Attendants-CWA; and Hon. J. Randolph
``Randy'' Babbitt, Former Administrator, Federal Aviation
Administration.
Aviation Safety
On July 17, 2019, the Subcommittee held a hearing entitled
``State of Aviation Safety.'' The Subcommittee heard Government
and stakeholder perspectives on the state of aviation safety,
including identifying current challenges facing the aviation
system and actions needed to maintain and ensure the safety of
the traveling public. The Subcommittee received testimony from
Mr. Paul Njoroge, husband of Carolyne Karanja, father of Ryan
Njuguna, Kelli Pauls, Rubi Pauls, and son-in-Law of Anne
Karanja, Victims of Flight ET302, testifying on behalf of the
Families of Ethiopian Airlines Flight 302; accompanied by Mr.
Michael Stumo, father of Samya Stumo, victim of ET302; Ms. Dana
Schulze, Acting Director, Office of Aviation Safety, National
Transportation Safety Board; Mr. Joseph G. DePete, President,
Air Line Pilots Association, International; Ms. Lori Bassani,
National President, The Association of Professional Flight
Attendants; Mr. Michael Perrone, National President,
Professional Aviation Safety Specialists; and Mr. John
Samuelsen, International President, Transport Workers Union.
FAA Reauthorization
On September 26, 2019, the Subcommittee held a hearing
entitled ``A Work in Progress: Implementation of the FAA
Reauthorization Act of 2018.'' The hearing examined progress
within the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) and the
Department of Transportation in implementing the long-term FAA
reauthorization act enacted last year. The Subcommittee
received testimony from Mr. Daniel K. Elwell, Deputy
Administrator, Federal Aviation Administration; accompanied by
Ms. Lirio Liu, Executive Director, Aviation Safety Organization
Office of Rulemaking; Hon. Joel Szabat, Acting Undersecretary
for Policy, Department of Transportation; accompanied by Ms.
Blane Workie, Assistant General Counsel for Aviation
Enforcement and Proceedings; Ms. Sara Nelson, International
President, Association of Flight Attendants-CWA; Mr. Bob Fox,
First Vice President, Air Line Pilots Association,
International; Mr. Gregory S. Walden, Aviation Counsel, Small
UAV Coalition; Mr. Mark Baker, President and Chief Executive
Officer, Aircraft Owners and Pilots Association; Mr. John D.
Breyault, Vice President, Public Policy, Telecommunications,
and Fraud, National Consumers League; and Mr. David Zurfluh,
National President, Paralyzed Veterans of America.
Air Travel Experience for Persons with Disabilities
On November 14, 2019, the Subcommittee held a Member
roundtable entitled ``From Curb to Gate and Back Again: The Air
Travel Experience for Persons with Disabilities.'' The
roundtable focused on issues related to the air travel
experience for people with disabilities, from check-in at an
airport to the baggage claim at their destination. The
roundtable further examined what the Government and industry
are doing, and can do, to ensure that people with disabilities
have a safe and dignified travel experience. The Members heard
from representatives from the Airports Council International;
Airlines for America; Paralyzed Veterans of America; All Wheels
Up; National Disability Rights Network; the Department of
Transportation; and the Transportation Security Administration.
Working Conditions for Airline Ground Workers
On January 15, 2020, the Subcommittee held a hearing
entitled ``Oversight of Working Conditions for Airline Ground
Workers.'' The hearing explored pay; terms of employment;
occupational safety and health;--and working conditions
generally--for workers who load baggage, prepare meals, clean
cabins, and perform other functions intrinsic to the operations
of U.S. airlines. The Subcommittee received testimony from Hon.
Eileen T. Higgins, Commissioner, Miami-Dade County, State of
Florida; Ms. Donielle Prophete, Vice President, CWA Local 3645,
Communications Workers of America; Mr. Esteban Barrios, Ramp
Worker, Miami International Airport, testifying on behalf of
the Service Employees International Union (SEIU); Ms. Marlene
Patrick-Cooper, President, Unite Here Local 23; Dr. Brian
Callaci, Labor Economist; Mr. W. Chris Harrison, Principle,
Ogletree Deakins, testifying on behalf of Airlines for America;
and Mr. Russell Brown, RWP Labor.
Aviation Maintenance and Manufacturing Workforce
On February 11, 2020, the Subcommittee held a hearing
entitled ``Looking Forward: The Future of America's Aviation
Maintenance and Manufacturing Workforce.'' The Subcommittee
examined the current state of the U.S. aviation manufacturing
and maintenance workforce; challenges to ensuring this
workforce can meet future industry demands and needs; and
current Government and industry initiatives designed to address
those challenges. The Subcommittee received testimony from Ms.
Catherine ``Kate'' Lang, Senior Advisor, Aviation Workforce
Outreach, Federal Aviation Administration, Department of
Transportation; Ms. Heather Krause, Director, Physical
Infrastructure Issues, U.S. Government Accountability Office;
Mr. Steven Jackson, Principal, Aviation High School, New York
City, accompanied by Mr. Mario Cotumaccio, Assistant Principal;
Ms. Sharon DeVivo, President, Vaughn College of Aeronautics and
Technology Flushing, Queens, New York; Mr. Joseph McDermott,
Managing Director, Technical Operations, Delta Air Lines; Mr.
Jay J. Neely, III, Vice President, Law and Public Affairs,
Gulfstream Aerospace; and Ms. Dana Donati, General Manager and
Director of Academic Programs, Leadership in Flight Training
(LIFT) Academy.
Airline Passenger Experience
On March 3, 2020, the Subcommittee held a hearing entitled
``The Airline Passenger Experience: What it Is and What It Can
Be.'' The Subcommittee examined the U.S. airline passenger
experience; how airlines are working to improve the air travel
experience; and opportunities to invest in technologies or
innovations that could enhance the air travel experience. The
Subcommittee received testimony from Mr. Andrew Von Ah,
Director, Physical Infrastructure Issues, U.S. Government
Accountability Office; Mr. William J. McGee, Aviation
Consultant, Consumer Reports; Mr. Lee Page, Senior Associate
Advocacy Director, Paralyzed Veterans of America; Mr. Joe
Leader, Chief Executive Officer, Airline Passenger Experience
Association; and Mr. Matt Klein, Executive Vice President and
Chief Commercial Officer, Spirit Airlines, Accompanied by Mr.
Thomas Canfield, Senior Vice President, General Counsel and
Secretary.
Ligado 5G Proposal
In July 2020, the Federal Communications Commission (FCC)
approved a 5G wireless broadband provider's license which could
substantially degrade the Global Positioning System (GPS)
signal for aeronautical and other users. The transportation
industries (commercial and military) rely on GPS for
navigation, air traffic control, and security.
On June 23, 2020, the Members of the Subcommittee
participated in a remote Member briefing entitled ``Ligado's 5G
Proposal and GPS: Implications for the Reliability and Safety
of Transportation Infrastructure.'' The briefing provided
Members an opportunity to gain additional information as to the
impact of the FCC decision on transportation sectors. The
Members were briefed by representatives from the Department of
Transportation, Office of Positioning, Navigation, and Timing;
the Federal Aviation Administration; and the Department of
Defense.
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OVERSIGHT LETTERS
Boeing 737 MAX
On March 19, 2019, the Chairs of the Full Committee and the
Subcommittee on Aviation sent a letter to the Inspector General
of the Department of Transportation requesting an investigation
into the Federal Aviation Administration's approach to
certifying the Boeing 737 MAX.
On March 25, 2019, the Chairs of the Full Committee and the
Subcommittee on Aviation sent a letter to the Acting
Administrator of the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA),
urging the FAA to engage an independent, third-party review
composed of individuals with the technical skills and expertise
to objectively assess the corrective measures proposed for the
737 MAX by Boeing.
On March 28, 2019, the Chairs of the Full Committee and the
Subcommittee on Aviation sent a letter to the Federal Aviation
Administration requesting records related to the certification
of the Boeing 737 MAX aircraft.
On March 28, 2019, the Chairs of the Full Committee and the
Subcommittee on Aviation sent a letter to Boeing requesting
records related to the certification of the Boeing 737 MAX
aircraft.
On June 6, 2019, the Chairs of the Full Committee and the
Subcommittee on Aviation sent letters to Boeing, United
Technologies Corp. (UTC), and the Federal Aviation
Administration (FAA) requesting a timeline and supporting
documents related to when they became aware that the Angle of
Attack (AOA) Disagree alert on some Boeing 737 MAX planes was
defective, as well as when airlines were notified about this
defect.
On November 7, 2019, the Chairs of the Full Committee and
the Subcommittee on Aviation sent a letter to Administrator of
the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) concerning the FAA's
decisions on two safety-related items with potentially
catastrophic consequences: rudder cable protection on the
Boeing 737 MAX and lightning protection for the Boeing 787
Dreamliner.
Unmanned Aircraft Systems
On July 2, 2019, the Chairs and Ranking Members of the Full
Committee and Subcommittee on Aviation sent letters to the
Secretary of Transportation; the Acting Administrator of the
Federal Aviation Administration; and the Acting Director of the
Office of Management and Budget expressing concerns with the
delay in the FAA's issuing of a rule requiring remote
identification for unmanned aircraft systems, or drones.
Cockpit Barriers
On October 21, 2019, the Chair of the Full Committee sent a
letter to the Administrator of the Federal Aviation
Administration raising concern over reports the agency will
conduct a full rulemaking process instead of simply requiring
installation of secondary cockpit barriers on all new
airplanes.
Passengers with Disabilities
On November 12, 2019, the Chair of the Committee and the
Chair and Vice Chair of the Subcommittee on Aviation sent a
letter to the President and CEO of Airlines for America; the
CEO of Delta Air Lines; and the President of the National Air
Carriers Association requesting information on the largest U.S.
airlines' current policies, procedures, and practices regarding
their handling of wheelchairs and scooters for passengers with
disabilities.
Commercial Space Transportation
On November 22, 2019, the Chairs and Ranking Members of the
Committee and the Subcommittee on Aviation sent a letter to the
Administrator of the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA)
regarding the FAA's ongoing rulemaking to streamline current
regulations to further accommodate the burgeoning commercial
space transportation industry.
Aeronautical Repair Stations
On November 20, 2019, the Chair of the Committee sent a
letter to the Inspector General of the Department of
Transportation requesting an audit on the effectiveness of the
Federal Aviation Administration's (FAA) oversight of
aeronautical repair stations.
Spectrum Allocation
On November 21, 2019, the Chair of the Committee sent a
letter to the Chair of the Federal Communications Commission
(FCC) expressing concern over the FCC's plans to sell off part
of the 3.7 4.2 GHZ spectrum band and open the 5.9 GHz spectrum
band to commercial and private interests.
COVID-19
On February 26, 2020, the Chairs of the Committee and the
Subcommittee on Aviation sent a letter to the Secretary of
Transportation requesting information on how the Department
plans to effectively prepare for the imminent arrival of a
pandemic caused by the COVID-19 pandemic on U.S. soil.
On April 28, 2020, the Chairs and Ranking Members of the
Committee and the Subcommittee on Aviation sent a letter to
Airlines for America requesting that the airlines relax their
flight cancellation policies and implement measures to ensure
the highest level of safety for airline workers and passengers
who must travel during the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic.
On May 14, 2020, the Chair of the Committee sent letters to
the National Air Carrier Association and Airlines for America
requesting airlines to make better efforts to apply social
distancing policies to help prevent the spread of COVID-19,
after multiple reports of increasingly full commercial flights.
The Chairs of the Committee and the Subcommittee on
Aviation sent a letter on November 24, 2020, to the Comptroller
General of the United States requesting the Government
Accountability Office study the transmission of COVID-19 in the
airline industry; areas where government authorities overlap,
or may be excluded; and an assessment of the industry's overall
response to the COVID-19 pandemic.
Federal Aviation Administration Safety Culture Survey
On August 7, 2020, the Chairs and Ranking Members of the
Committee and the Subcommittee on Aviation sent a letter to the
Administrator of the Federal Aviation Administration requesting
additional information relating the 2019 AVS Safety Culture
Survey.
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MINORITY OVERSIGHT LETTERS
International Pilot Licensing Requirements
On July 9, 2019, the Ranking Members of the Full Committee
and the Subcommittee on Aviation sent a letter to the Acting
Administrator of the FAA expressing support for the
International Civil Aviation Organization's (ICAO) engagement
on international pilot licensing requirements and encouraging
those representing the United States to place particular
emphasis on changes to airline pilot training requirements in
the age of highly-automated aircraft systems.
Non-diesel Vehicles on Airport Property
On July 31, 2019, the Ranking Members of the Full Committee
and the Subcommittee on Aviation sent a letter to the
Administrator of the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)
supporting efforts to secure an exemption for nonroad diesel
vehicles at airports from the regulation issued by the
Environmental Protection Agency titled ``Control of Air
Pollution from New Motor Vehicles: Heavy-Duty Engine and
Vehicle Standards and Highway Diesel Fuel Sulfur Control
Requirements.''
Counter-Unmanned Aircraft Systems
On November 14, 2019, the Ranking Members of the Full
Committee and the Ranking Member of the Committee on Homeland
Security sent a letter to the Acting Secretary of Homeland
Security sharing their belief that the concept of operations by
which the Transportation Security Administration's (TSA's)
Federal Air Marshal Service (FAMS) would operate Department of
Defense counter-unmanned aircraft system (C-UAS) equipment to
mitigate a persistent unmanned aircraft system (UAS) risk in
the vicinity of an airport. is consistent with the legislative
intent of, the limited C-UAS authority provided by Congress to
the Department of Homeland Security (DHS).
On August 4, 2020, the Ranking Members of the Full
Committee and the Subcommittee on Aviation sent a letter to the
Inspector General of the Department of Transportation
requesting an assessment of the FAA's role in the C-UAS
coordination process with other Federal agencies and strategies
undertaken by the FAA and the Federal agencies authorized to
use C-UAS technologies to mitigate or ensure there are no
adverse effects to aviation safety, civilian aviation and
aerospace operations, aircraft airworthiness, or the use of the
airspace.
On October 13, 2020, the Ranking Members of the Full
Committee and the Ranking Member of the Committee on Homeland
Security sent a letter to the Acting Secretary of Homeland
Security sharing their continued belief that DHS is exceeding
its legislative authority by crafting its own concept of
operations whereby TSA's Federal Air Marshal Service (FAMS)
would operate Department of Defense C-UAS equipment to mitigate
a persistent unmanned aircraft system (UAS) risk in the
vicinity of an airport.
Implementation of Safety Provisions in the FAA Reauthorization Act of
2018
On November 18, 2019, the Ranking Members of the Full
Committee and the Subcommittee on Aviation along with every
Republican Member of the Committee sent a letter to the
Administrator of the FAA requesting an update on the status of
the FAA's implementation of several important safety provisions
included in the FAA Reauthorization Act of 2018, especially in
the wake of the two Boeing 737 MAX accidents.
FAA Whistleblower Office
On December 2, 2019, the Ranking Members of the Full
Committee and the Subcommittee on Aviation sent a letter to the
Administrator of the FAA stressing that as the Director of the
FAA Whistleblower Office is conducting assessments of
whistleblower complaints or receiving information related to
the Boeing 737 MAX or any other matter, should he decide to
report that information to Congress he must ensure that it is
not being reported to just one Chamber or one political party,
but rather to Congress (and specifically the Committees of
jurisdiction) as directed by the law.
Aerospace Logistics and Supply Chain Management
On August 5, 2020, the Ranking Members of the Full
Committee and the Subcommittee on Aviation sent a letter to the
Acting Inspector General of the Department of Transportation
requesting an assessment of the origin of supplies for
aircraft, aircraft engines, and aerospace parts as well as the
prevalence of aerospace components, supplies, and products
obtained exclusively from foreign sources.
Unmanned Aircraft Systems and Urban Air Mobility
On August 4, 2020, the Ranking Members of the Full
Committee and the Subcommittee on Aviation sent a letter to the
Inspector General of the Department of Transportation
requesting an assessment of the FAA's plans related to the
development and implementation of urban air mobility aircraft
certification.
On August 4, 2020, the Ranking Members of the Full
Committee and the Subcommittee on Aviation sent a letter to the
Inspector General of the Department of Transportation
requesting an assessment of the FAA's Unmanned Traffic
Management (UTM) Pilot Program (UPP).
On August 5, 2020, the Ranking Members of the Full
Committee and the Subcommittee on Aviation sent a letter to the
Inspector General of the Department of Transportation
requesting an assessment of the FAA's UAS Integration Pilot
Program [(IPP); which concluded in November 2020] and the FAA's
plans or next steps, if any, including whether there will be a
Phase II of the IPP and, if so, the goals and milestones for
such a phase.
Commercial Space Transportation
On August 4, 2020, the Ranking Members of the Full
Committee and the Subcommittee on Aviation sent a letter to the
Inspector General of the Department of Transportation
requesting an examination of the FAA's Space Data Integrator
Program (SDI); actions required by the FAA's Air Traffic
Organization to integrate commercial space transportation into
the National Airspace System (NAS); and other efforts by the
FAA and aerospace industry related to commercial space
transportation integration, including near- and long-term plans
for meeting the anticipated growth of commercial space
transportation and traditional aviation.
Laser Pointer Incidents
On August 4, 2020, the Ranking Members of the Full
Committee and the Subcommittee on Aviation sent a letter to the
Comptroller General of the United States requesting an
assessment of laser pointer incidents; FAA's educational
efforts related to laser pointer incidents; Federal enforcement
actions related to laser pointer incidents; and whether
existing or developmental technologies could mitigate the
effects of laser beams on pilots, including whether such
technologies are economical and safe to incorporate into
existing aircraft designs.
FAA's Air Traffic Voice Communications System Program
On August 4, 2020, the Ranking Members of the Full
Committee and the Subcommittee on Aviation sent a letter to the
Inspector General of the Department of Transportation
requesting an assessment of the FAA's National Airspace System
(NAS) Voice System (NVS) and its new digital voice
communication program, known as the Voice Communications System
(VCS) Program.
Implementation of the CARES Act
On April 4, 2020, the Ranking Members of the Full Committee
and the Subcommittee on Aviation sent a letter to the Secretary
of the U.S. Department of Treasury thanking him and the
President for their leadership and encouraging coordination
with the Secretary of Transportation in the implementation of
the aviation programs under sections 4003 and 4112 of the
Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security Act (CARES Act),
and the importance of the assistance all air carriers,
including part 135 operators.
On June 2, 2020, the Ranking Members of the Full Committee
and the Subcommittee on Aviation sent a letter to the
Comptroller General of the United States requesting the GAO to
conduct a stakeholder survey and gather input from aerospace
experts on their perspectives on the effectiveness of the CARES
Act loan and payroll assistance programs; what was effective
and what could have made the programs more effective; what
actions need to be taken by the aerospace sector as it turns to
COVID-19 recovery; and their perspectives on key issues to
consider for any potential future actions by Congress,
Treasury, or the DOT to assist in the recovery effort.
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SUBCOMMITTEE HEARINGS HELD
116-2 ``Putting U.S. Aviation at Risk: The Impact of the
Shutdown.'' February 13, 2019.
116-6 ``Looking Forward: Aviation 2050.'' March 12, 2019.
116-15 ``Status of the Boeing 737 MAX.'' May 15, 2019.
116-22 ``Status of the Boeing 737 MAX: Stakeholder
Perspectives.'' June 19, 2019.
116-28 ``State of Aviation Safety.'' July 17, 2019.
116-35 ``A Work in Progress: Implementation of the FAA
Reauthorization Act of 2018.'' September 26, 2019.
116-49 ``Oversight of Working Conditions for Airline
Ground Workers.'' January 15, 2020.
116-53 ``Looking Forward: The Future of America's Aviation
Maintenance and Manufacturing Workforce.'' February 11, 2020.
116-56 ``The Airline Passenger Experience: What it Is and
What It Can Be.'' March 3, 2020.
ACTIVITIES OF THE SUBCOMMITTEE ON COAST GUARD AND MARITIME
TRANSPORTATION
Sean Patrick Maloney, New York,
Chair
Bob Gibbs, Ohio, Ranking Member
(9-7)
Don Young, Alaska Rick Larsen, Washington
Randy K. Weber, Sr., Texas Stacey E. Plaskett, Virgin Islands
Brian J. Mast, Florida John Garamendi, California
Mike Gallagher, Wisconsin Alan S. Lowenthal, California
Carol D. Miller, West Virginia Anthony G. Brown, Maryland
Sam Graves, Missouri (Ex Officio) Chris Pappas, New Hampshire, Vice
Chair
Conor Lamb, Pennsylvania
Peter A. DeFazio, Oregon (Ex
Officio)
The Subcommittee held 11 hearings, received testimony from
57 witnesses, and discharged 7 measures.
LEGISLATIVE ACTIVITIES
Legislative activities occurred on the following measures
referred to the Subcommittee. See Legislative History above:
H.R. 367, the Pay Our Coast Guard Parity Act of 2019.
H.R. 1322, To require a report on the effects of climate
change on the Coast Guard, and for other purposes.
H.R. 3409, the Coast Guard Authorization of 2019.
H.R. 4719, the Funding Instruction for Safety, Health, and
Security Avoids Fishing Emergencies Act.
H.R. 5139, the Stop Sexual Assault and Harassment in
Transportation Act.
H.R. 5430, the United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement
Implementation Act.
S. 1982, the Save Our Seas 2.0 Act.
LEGISLATIVE AND OVERSIGHT ACTIVITIES
U.S. Maritime and Shipbuilding Industries
On March 6, 2019, the Subcommittee held a hearing entitled
``U.S. Maritime and Shipbuilding Industries: Strategies to
Improve Regulation, Economic Opportunities, and
Competitiveness.'' This hearing provided Members an opportunity
to examine the state of the U.S. flag Maritime Industry. The
Subcommittee received testimony from RDAM John Nadeau,
Assistant Commandant for Prevention Policy, United States Coast
Guard; RDAM Mark H. Buzby (USN Ret.), Administrator, Maritime
Administration, Department of Transportation; RDAM Michael A.
Alfultis, President, Maritime College, State University of New
York; Ms. Jennifer A. Carpenter, Executive President and Chief
Operating Officer, The American Waterways Operators; Mr. John
E. Crowley, Jr., President, National Association of Waterfront
Employers; Mr. Michael G. Roberts, Senior Vice President and
General Counsel, Crowley Maritime, testifying on behalf of
American Maritime Partnership; and Mr. Augustin Tellez,
Executive Vice President, Seafarers International Union,
testifying behalf of American Maritime Officers, Masters, Mates
and Pilots, and The Seafarers International Union.
Arctic Vulnerabilities
On May 8, 2019, the Subcommittee held a hearing entitled
``The Cost of Doing Nothing: Maritime Infrastructure
Vulnerabilities in an Emerging Arctic.'' This hearing examined
the findings and recommendations of the U.S. Committee on the
Marine Transportation System entitled ``Revising Near-Term
Recommendations to the Prioritize Needs in the U.S. Arctic.''
The Subcommittee received testimony from ADM Charles W. Ray,
Vice Commandant, United States Coast Guard; Rear Admiral
Shepard Smith, Director, Office of Coast Survey, National
Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, Department of Commerce;
COL Phillip J. Borders, Commander, District Alaska, U.S. Army
Corps of Engineers; Ms. Heather A. Conley, Senior Vice
President, Europe, Eurasia, and the Arctic, Center for
Strategic and International Studies; Ms. Abbie Tingstad, Senior
Physical Scientist, RAND Corporation; ADM Thad W. Allen (Ret.),
Senior Executive Advisor, Booz Allen Hamilton; and Hon. Mead
Treadwell, Co-Chair, Polar Institute, Woodrow Wilson Center.
Fiscal Year 2020 Budget
On May 21, 2019, the Subcommittee held a hearing entitled
``Review of Fiscal Year 2020 Budget for the Coast Guard and
Maritime Transportation Programs.'' The Subcommittee examined
the fiscal year (FY) 2020 budget requests for the Coast Guard
and Maritime Transportation Programs. The Subcommittee received
testimony from ADM Karl P. Schultz, Commandant, U.S. Coast
Guard; MCPOCG Jason M. Vanderhaden, Master Chief Perry Officer
U.S. Coast Guard; Rear Admiral Mark H. Buzby (Ret.),
Administrator, Maritime Administration, Department of
Transportation; and Hon. Michael A. Khouri, Chairman, Federal
Maritime Commission.
Western Hemisphere Drug Interdictions
On June 4, 2019, the Subcommittee held a hearing entitled
``Western Hemisphere Drug Interdictions: Why Maintaining Coast
Guard Operations Matter.'' The Subcommittee examined the
Federal Government's efforts to confront transnational drug
smuggling and stem the flow of illegal drugs to the United
States. The Subcommittee received testimony from Mr. Thomas W.
Padden, United States Interdiction Coordinator, Office of
National Drug Control Policy, Executive Office of the
President; VADM Daniel B. Abel, Deputy Commandant for
Operations, United States Coast Guard; and Rear Admiral Steven
D. Poulin, Director of Operations, United States Southern
Command.
Short Sea Shipping
On June 19, 2019, the Subcommittee held a hearing entitled
``Short Sea Shipping: Rebuilding America's Maritime Industry.''
The Subcommittee examined the state of short sea shipping in
the United States--commercial freight between domestic US
ports. The Subcommittee received testimony from Rear Admiral
Mark H. Buzby, (USN-Ret.), Administrator, Maritime
Administration; Mr. Jon Nass, Chief Executive Officer, Maine
Port Authority; Mr. James Weakley, President, Lake Carriers'
Associations; and Mr. Larry Willis, President, Transportation
Trades Department, AFL-CIO.
Port Infrastructure
On September 25, 2019, the Subcommittee held a hearing
entitled ``Coast Guard and Port Infrastructure: Built to
Last?'' This hearing examined shore side infrastructure and the
impacts of sea level rise and natural hazards on maritime
commerce and coastal infrastructure. The Subcommittee received
testimony from Rear Admiral Nathan Moore, Assistant Commandant
for Engineering and Logistics Officer, U.S. Coast Guard; Mr.
Nathan Anderson, Acting Director, Homeland Security and
Justice, U.S. Government Accountability Office; Rear Admiral
Ann C. Phillips (USN-Ret.), Special Assistant to the Governor
for Coastal Adaption and Protection, Office to the Governor,
Commonwealth of Virginia; Dr. Daniel Cox, CH2M Hill Professor
in Civil Engineering, Oregon State University; and Mr. Sean
Hecht, Co-Executive Director, Emmett Institute on Climate
Change and the Environment, School of Law, University of
California, Los Angeles.
China's Maritime Silk Road Initiative
On October 17, 2019, the Subcommittee held a hearing
entitled ``China's Maritime Silk Road Initiative: Implications
for the Global Maritime Supply Chain.'' The Subcommittee
examined the People's Republic of China's 21st Century Maritime
Silk Road Initiative, one component of a formal global
development strategy to enhance their trade networks. The
Subcommittee received testimony from Ms. Carolyn Bartholomew,
Chairwoman, United States-China Economic and Security Review
Commission; Mr. Chad Sbragia, Deputy Assistant Secretary of
Defense for China, Office of the Secretary, Department of
Defense; Lieutenant General Giovanni K. Tuck, Director for
Logistics, J4, Joint Chiefs of Staff; Mr. Jonathan E. Hillman,
Director, Reconnecting Asia Project, Center for Strategic and
International Studies; Mr. Jeffrey D. Becker, Research Program
Director, Indo-Pacific Security Affairs, Center for Naval
Analysis; and Ms. Kathleen Walsh, Associate Professor, National
Security Affairs, Naval War College.
Commercial and Passenger Vessel Safety
On November 14, 2019, the Subcommittee held a hearing
entitled ``Commercial and Passenger Vessel Safety: Challenges
and Opportunities.'' This hearing examined maritime vessel
safety; the effectiveness and implementation of safety
legislation such as the Cruise Vessel Security and Safety Act
as well as the Hamm Alert Maritime Safety Act. The Subcommittee
received testimony from Rear Admiral Richard V. Timme,
Assistant Commandant for Prevention Policy, U.S. Coast Guard;
Hon. Richard Balzano, Deputy Administrator, U.S. Maritime
Administration; Mr. Brian Curtis, Director, Office of Marine
Safety, National Transportation Safety Board; VADM Brian
Salerno (Ret.-USCG), Senior Vice President, Maritime Policy,
Cruise Lines International Association; Mr. Adam W. Moilanen,
Vice President, Health, Safety, Quality and Environment,
American Bureau of Shipping; Mr. Aaron Smith, President and
Chief Executive Officer, Offshore Marine Service Association;
and Ms. Colleen Stephens, Vice President, Passenger Vessel
Association.
Carbon-Free Maritime Industry
On January 14, 2020, the Subcommittee held a hearing
entitled ``The Path to a Carbon-Free Maritime Industry:
Investments and Innovation.'' This hearing focused on new
developments in sustainable shipping technologies and
international emissions standards established to decarbonize
the maritime industry. The Subcommittee received testimony from
Mr. Joshua Berger, Governor's Maritime Sector Lead, State of
Washington; Mr. John W. Butler, President and Chief Executive
Officer, World Shipping Council; Dr. B. Lee Kindberg, Head,
Environment and Sustainability, Maersk Line / Maersk Agency,
USA; Mr. Peter Bryn, Technical Solutions Manager, North
America, ABB Marine and Ports; and Ms. Kathy Metcalf, President
and Chief Executive Officer, Chamber of Shipping of America.
International Role of the USCG
On March 10, 2020, the Subcommittee held a hearing entitled
``The International Role of the United State Coast Guard.''
This hearing examined the world-wide impact of the United
States Coast Guard and its capabilities. The Subcommittee
received testimony from VADM Daniel B. Abel, Deputy Commandant
for Operations, U.S. Coast Guard, Department of Homeland
Security; Hon. David Balton, Senior Fellow, Polar Institute,
the Woodrow Wilson International Center for Scholars; Dr.
Stephen E. Flynn, Founding Director, Global Resilience
Institute, Northeastern University; and Amy E. Searight, PhD,
Senior Adviser and Director, Southeast Asia Program, Center for
Strategic and International Studies.
COVID-19
On May 8, 2020, the Members of the Committee conducted a
Member briefing entitled ``The Impacts of the COVID-19 Pandemic
on Maritime Transportation'' with the Administrator of the
Maritime Administration.
On May 29, 2020, the Subcommittee held a hearing entitled
``The Status of the U.S. Maritime Supply Chain During the
COVID-19 Pandemic.'' The Subcommittee examined the state of the
U.S. Maritime Supply Chain during the COVID-19 Pandemic. The
Subcommittee received testimony from Mr. Christopher J. Connor,
President and Chief Executive Officer, The American Association
of Port Authorities; Mr. Michael G. Roberts, Senior Vice
President, Crowley Maritime, testifying on behalf of the
American Maritime Partnership; Ms. Jennifer A. Carpenter,
President and Chief Operating Officer, The American Waterways
Operators; Ms. Lauren K. Brand, President, National Association
of Waterfront Employers; and Mr. Eric P. Ebeling, President and
Chief Operating Officer, American Roll-On-Roll-Off Carrier,
testifying on behalf of USA Maritime.
OVERSIGHT LETTERS
Jones Act
On February 6, 2019, the Chairs and Ranking Members of the
Committee and the Subcommittee on Coast Guard and Maritime
Transportation sent a letter to the Secretary of Homeland
Security expressing opposition to a request from the Governor
of Puerto Rico to waive the Jones Act for ten years to allow
foreign tankers to move liquid natural gas (LNG) to the island.
Coast Guard Offshore Patrol Cutter
On November 25, 2019, the Chairs and Ranking Members of the
Committee and the Subcommittee on Coast Guard and Maritime
Transportation sent a letter to the Acting Secretary of
Homeland Security (DHS) expressing concern over DHS' proposal
to give Eastern Shipbuilding Group (ESG) extraordinary relief
from its fixed price contract for the construction of the Coast
Guard's Offshore Patrol Cutter (OPC).
Ligado Networks
On April 17, 2020, the Chairs of the Committee and the
Subcommittee on Coast Guard and Maritime Transportation sent a
letter to the Chair of the Federal Communications Commission
requesting both withdrawal of the draft order and rejection of
Ligado Networks' application for a license modification to
facilitate 5G and Internet of Things services in the United
States.
Coast Guard Training
On August 26, 2020, the Chairs of the Committee and the
Subcommittee on Coast Guard and Maritime Transportation sent a
letter to the Commandant of the Coast Guard (USCG) requesting a
review of USCG certified training materials after the Chairs
learned of an offensive mnemonic device circulating in such
material.
COVID-19 and Cruise Ships
On May 1, 2020, the Chair of the Committee and the
Subcommittee on Coast Guard and Maritime Transportation sent
letters to the Carnival Corporation, the Centers for Disease
Control and Prevention (CDC) and the U.S. Coast Guard relating
to the knowledge of and response to the COVID-19 outbreak. On
October 13, 2020, the Chair of the Subcommittee on Coast Guard
and Maritime Transportation sent a letter to the CDC requesting
additional documents from them amid new reporting that the
Trump Administration intervened in a decision on when cruise
ships can safely resume sailings.
Coast Guard Unmanned Systems
On December 10, 2020, the Chairs and Ranking Members of the
Full Committee and the Subcommittee on Coast Guard and Maritime
Transportation sent a letter to the Commandant of the Coast
Guard urging the adoption of the National Academy of Sciences'
(NAS) report on unmanned systems. The NAS report, Leveraging
Unmanned Systems for Coast Guard Missions: A Strategic
Imperative, assessed and made recommendations on the Coast
Guard's ability to improve marine domain awareness using
unmanned systems.
Cruise Line Safety and COVID-19 Response
On December 10, 2020, the Chairs and Ranking Members of the
Full Committee and the Subcommittee on Coast Guard and Maritime
Transportation sent a letter to the Secretary of Health and
Human Services and the Director of the Centers for Disease
Control and Prevention requesting records regarding the actions
taken by both the Carnival Corporation and the CDC in response
to the threat of COVID-19 on cruise ships.
SUBCOMMITTEE HEARINGS HELD
116-4 ``U.S. Maritime and Shipbuilding Industries:
Strategies to Improve Regulation, Economic Opportunities, and
Competitiveness.'' March 6, 2019.
116-14 ``The Cost of Doing Nothing: Maritime
Infrastructure Vulnerabilities in an Emerging Arctic.'' May 8,
2019.
116-17 ``Review of Fiscal Year 2020 Budget for the Coast
Guard and Maritime Transportation Programs.'' May 21, 2019.
116-19 ``Western Hemisphere Drug Interdictions: Why
Maintaining Coast Guard Operations Matter.'' June 4, 2019.
116-23 ``Short Sea Shipping: Rebuilding America's Maritime
Industry.'' June 19, 2019.
116-34 ``Coast Guard and Port Infrastructure: Built to
Last?'' September 25, 2019.
116-37 ``China's Maritime Silk Road Initiative:
Implications for the Global Maritime Supply Chain.'' October
17, 2019.
116-43 ``Commercial and Passenger Vessel Safety:
Challenges and Opportunities.'' November 14, 2019.
116-47 ``The Path to a Carbon-Free Maritime Industry:
Investments and Innovation.'' January 15, 2020.
116-58 ``The International Role of the United State Coast
Guard.'' March 10, 2020.
116-60 ``The Status of the U.S. Maritime Supply Chain
During the COVID-19 Pandemic.'' May 29, 2020.
ACTIVITIES OF THE SUBCOMMITTEE ON ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT, PUBLIC
BUILDINGS, AND EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT
Dina Titus, Nevada, Chair
John Katko, New York, Ranking
Member
(9-7)
Gary J. Palmer, Alabama Debbie Mucarsel-Powell, Florida
Jenniffer Gonzalez Colon, Puerto RicoSharice Davids, Kansas
Carol D. Miller, West Virginia Eleanor Holmes Norton, District of
Greg Pence, Indiana Columbia
Mike Garcia, California Henry C. ``Hank'' Johnson, Jr.,
Sam Graves, Missouri (Ex Officio) Georgia
John Garamendi, California
Anthony G. Brown, Maryland
Lizzie Fletcher, Texas, Vice Chair
Peter A. DeFazio, Oregon (Ex
Officio)
The Subcommittee held 10 hearings, received testimony from
39 witnesses, and discharged 33 measures.
LEGISLATIVE ACTIVITIES
Legislative activities occurred on the following measures
referred to the Subcommittee. See Legislative History above:
H.R. 639, To amend section 327 of the Robert T. Stafford
Disaster Relief and Emergency Assistance Act to clarify that
National Urban Search and Rescue Response System task forces
may include Federal employees.
H.R. 1306, the Federal Disaster Assistance Coordination
Act.
H.R. 1307, the Post-Disaster Assistance Online
Accountability Act.
H.R. 1311, To amend the Robert T. Stafford Disaster Relief
and Emergency Assistance Act to ensure that unmet needs after a
major disaster are met.
H.R. 1318, To direct the Library of Congress to obtain a
stain glassed panel depicting the seal of the District of
Columbia and install the panel among the stained glass panels
depicting the seals of States which overlook the Main Reading
Room of the Library of Congress Thomas Jefferson Building.
H.R. 1980, the Smithsonian Women's History Museum Act.
H.R. 1984, the Disclosing Aid Spent to Ensure Relief Act.
H.R. 2242, to amend the Robert T. Stafford Disaster Relief
and Emergency Assistance Act to include certain services in the
definition of critical services, and for other purposes.
H.R. 2420, the National Museum of the American Latino Act.
H.R. 2502, the Transparency in Federal Buildings Projects
Act of 2019.
H.R. 2548, the Hazard Eligibility and Local Projects Act.
H.R. 2914, the Housing Survivors of Major Disasters Act of
2020.
H.R. 3500, the Federal Advance Contracts Enhancement Act.
H.R. 4347 the Preparedness and Risk Management for Extreme
Weather Patterns Assuring Resilience and Effectiveness Act of
2019.
H.R. 4358, the Preliminary Damage Assessment Improvement
Act of 2019.
H.R. 2914, the Housing Survivors of Major Disasters Act of
2019.
H.R. 5430, the United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement
Implementation Act.
H.R. 3779, the Resilience Revolving Loan Fund Act of 2019.
H.R. 5919, the National Children's Museum Act.
H.R. 5953, the Preventing Disaster Revictimization Act.
H.R. 6096, the Reliable Emergency Alert Distribution
Improvement Act of 2020.
H.R. 5047, the GSA Lease Transparency Act of 2019.
H.R. 5756, the Resiliency Enhancement Act of 2020.
H.R. 8266, the FEMA Assistance Relief Act of 2020.
H.R. 8326, the Child Care is Economic Development Act of
2020.
H. Res. 756, the Moving Our Democracy and Congressional
Operations Towards Modernization Resolution.
H. Res. 1253, Designating room H-150 of the United States
Capitol as ``The Joseph H. Rainey Room'' to honor the historic
life, career, and legacy of Representative Joseph Rainey of
South Carolina on the 150th anniversary of his seating as a
member of the House of Representatives.
H.J. Res. 46, Relating to a national emergency declared by
the President on February 15, 2019.
H. Con. Res. 16, Authorizing the use of the Capitol Grounds
for the National Peace Officers Memorial Service and the
National Honor Guard and Pipe Band Exhibition.
H. Con. Res. 19, Authorizing the use of the Capitol Grounds
for the Greater Washington Soap Box Derby.
H. Con. Res. 37, Expressing support for designation of
October 28 as ``Honoring the Nation's First Responders Day''.
H. Con. Res. 90, Authorizing the use of the Capitol Grounds
for the National Peace Officers Memorial Service and the
National Honor Guard and Pipe Band Exhibition.
S. 1869, the Secure Federal LEASEs Act.
LEGISLATIVE AND OVERSIGHT ACTIVITIES
Economic Development Administration
On April 9, 2019, the Subcommittee held a hearing entitled
``Building Prosperity: EDA's Role in Economic Development and
Recovery.'' The Subcommittee heard from stakeholders on the
importance of reauthorizing the Economic Development
Administration (EDA), its programs and activities supporting
economic growth in distressed communities, and the role EDA
plays in disaster recovery. The Subcommittee received testimony
from Hon. John Fleming, Assistant Secretary of Commerce for
Economic Development, U.S. Department of Commerce; Mr. Kevin R.
Byrd, Executive Director, New River Valley Regional Commission
(Commonwealth of Virginia), testifying on behalf of National
Association of Development Organizations; Hon. John Messner,
Vice-Chairperson, District 1 Commissioner, Gunnison County,
Colorado Board of Commissioners, testifying on behalf of
National Association of Counties; Mr. Rodrick T. Miller, Chief
Executive Officer, Invest Puerto Rico, testifying on behalf of
International Economic Development Council; and Mr. Mark Muro,
Policy Director and Senior Fellow, Metropolitan Policy Program,
Brookings Institution.
Disaster Preparedness
On May 22, 2019, the Subcommittee held a hearing entitled
``Disaster Preparedness: DRRA Implementation and FEMA
Readiness.'' The Subcommittee examined the Federal Emergency
Management Agency (FEMA) and organizations working to fully
implement the Disaster Recovery Reform Act of 2018 (DRRA,
Division D of Pub. L. 115-254); as well as emergency management
workforce readiness. The Subcommittee received testimony from
Dr. Daniel Kaniewski, Deputy Administrator for Resilience,
Federal Emergency Management Agency, U.S. Department of
Homeland Security; Ms. Sima Merick, Executive Director, Ohio
Emergency Management Agency, testifying on behalf of the
National Emergency Management Association; Mr. Nicholas L.
Crossley, Director, Emergency Management and Homeland Security
Agency, Hamilton County, Ohio, testifying on behalf of the
International Association of Emergency Managers; Hon. James
Gore, Supervisor, 4th District, Sonoma County, California,
testifying on behalf of the National Association of Counties,
Ms. Pamela S. Williams, Executive Director, BuildStrong
Coalition; Mr. Alphonse Davis, Deputy Director, Engineering
Extension Service, Texas A&M, testifying on behalf of the
National Domestic Preparedness Consortium; and Mr. Randy Noel,
President, Reve, Inc., testifying on behalf of the National
Association of Home Builders.
Efficiency in Buildings
On June 11, 2019, the Subcommittee held a hearing entitled
``Efficiency and Resiliency in Federal Building Design and
Construction.'' The Subcommittee examined the General Services
Administration's (GSA) guidance and best practices in the
planning, design, and operation of Federal buildings with a
focus on how GSA utilizes legislative targets and third-party
certification programs such as LEED, ENERGY STAR, and Green
Globes to meet its energy efficiency and sustainability goals.
The Subcommittee received testimony from Mr. Kevin Kampschroer,
Director, Office of Federal High-Performance Green Buildings,
U.S. General Services Administration; Dr. Kevin G. Van Den
Wymelenberg, Associate Professor, Director, Energy Studies in
Building Laboratory, University of Oregon; Ms. Elizabeth
Beardsley, Senior Policy Counsel, U.S. Green Building Council;
and Mr. Mark Russell, testifying on behalf of the Green Globes
Accessor, Green Building Initiative.
Trump International Hotel / Old Post Office Building
Throughout the 116th Congress, the Subcommittee examined
the General Service Administration's management of the lease on
the Old Post Office and the implications of the emoluments
clause with respect to the President's interest in the
property.
On September 25, 2019, the Subcommittee held a hearing
entitled ``Landlord and Tenant: The Trump Administration's
Oversight of the Trump International Hotel Lease.'' The
Subcommittee received testimony from Hon. Carol Ochoa,
Inspector General, U.S. General Services Administration; Mr.
Daniel Mathews, Commissioner, Public Buildings Service, U.S.
General Services Administration; Mr. Michael Foster,
Legislative Attorney, Congressional Research Service, Library
of Congress; Mr. Hans A. von Spakovsky, Senior Legislative
Fellow, Edwin Meese, III, Center for Legal and Judicial
Studies, The Heritage Foundation; Ms. Elizabeth ``Liz''
Hempowicz, Director, Public Policy, Project on Government
Oversight; and Mr. Walter M. Shaub, Senior Adviser, Citizens
for Responsibility and Ethics in Washington.
On October 24, 2019, the Chair of the Full Committee issued
a subpoena to the Administrator of the General Services
Administration documents related to the Old Post Office Lease
and the Trump International Hotel.
On January 28, 2020, the Subcommittee held a hearing
entitled ``GSA Outleases and the Trump Old Post Office Hotel.''
The Subcommittee received testimony from Hon. Emily W. Murphy,
Administrator, U.S. General Services Administration.
Federal Disaster Recovery Efforts
Members of the Subcommittee received a briefing by
representatives from the Department of Housing and Urban
Development on October 18, 2019, on the Community Development
Block Grant--Disaster Recovery program.
On October 22, 2019, the Subcommittee held a hearing
entitled ``An Assessment of Federal Recovery Efforts from
Recent Disasters.'' The Subcommittee examined the Federal
Government's disaster recovery programs and personnel as they
work to help communities recover from several natural
disasters. The Subcommittee received testimony from Mr. Jeffrey
Byard, Associate Administrator, Office of Response and
Recovery, Federal Emergency Management Agency, Department of
Homeland Security; Mr. Dennis Alvord, Deputy Assistant
Secretary, Economic Development Administration, U.S. Department
of Commerce; Mr. Chris P. Currie, Director, Homeland Security
and Justice, U.S. Government Accountability Office; Mr. Mike
Sprayberry, Director, Emergency Management, Department of
Public Safety, State of North Carolina, testifying on behalf of
the National Emergency Management Association; Hon. Fernando
Gil-Ensenat, Secretary, Department of Housing, Commonwealth of
Puerto Rico; Ms. Rhonda Wiley, Emergency Management/911
Director/Floodplain Administrator, Atchison County, State of
Missouri; and Mr. Reese C. May, Chief Strategy and Innovation
Officer, The Saint Bernard Project. The Department of Housing
and Urban Development submitted a statement for the record.
Smithsonian Institution
On November 13, 2019, the Subcommittee held a hearing
entitled ``Review of Smithsonian Institution Current Facilities
and Future Space Needs.'' This hearing examined the Smithsonian
Institution, its current facilities, and future needs. The
Subcommittee received testimony from Hon. Lonnie G. Bunch, III,
Secretary, The Smithsonian Institution.
Disaster Recovery Reform Act of 2018
On December 10, 2019, the Members of the Subcommittee held
a roundtable entitled ``DRRA at One: Stakeholder
Perspectives.'' The roundtable provided Member an opportunity
to discuss the implementation of the Disaster Recovery Reform
Act (DRRA, Division D of Pub. L. 115-254) with stakeholders.
The Members met with representatives from the Build Strong
Coalition; the National Emergency Management Association; the
International Association of Emergency Managers; Texas A&M
University; the National Association of Mutual Insurance
Companies; and the National Association of Home Builders.
Animals in Disasters
On February 12, 2020, the Subcommittee held a hearing
entitled ``Animals in Disasters.'' This hearing discussed the
impact of livestock, pets, and other animals impacted by
natural disasters and the capabilities of the Federal
Government to respond. The Subcommittee received testimony from
Wesley T. Bissett, DVM, PhD, Director, Veterinary Emergency
Team, College of Veterinary Medicine and Biomedical Sciences,
Texas A&M University; R. Douglas Meckes, DVM, State
Veterinarian, Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services,
State of North Carolina; Ms. Teresa MacPherson, Canine Handler,
Fire and Rescue Department/Virginia Task Force 1, Fairfax
County, Virginia; and Mr. Richard Patch, Vice President,
Federal Affairs, American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty
to Animals.
FEMA's Priorities
On March 11, 2020, the Subcommittee held a hearing entitled
``FEMA's Priorities for 2020 and Beyond: Coordinating Mission
and Vision.'' This hearing provided Members an opportunity to
examine the President's budget request for fiscal year 2021 and
discus the status of programs managed by the Federal Emergency
Management Agency. The Subcommittee received testimony from
Hon. Peter T. Gaynor, Administrator, Federal Emergency
Management Agency, Department of Homeland Security.
Vulnerable Populations in Disasters
On July 28, 2020, the Subcommittee held a hearing entitled
``Experiences of Vulnerable Populations During Disaster.''
Members heard from witnesses who work to address hardships of
vulnerable populations disproportionately impacted during
disaster. The Subcommittee received testimony from Mr. Curtis
Brown, State Coordinator of Emergency Management, Department of
Emergency Management, Commonwealth of Virginia, testifying on
behalf of the Institute for Diversity and Inclusion in
Emergency Management; Mr. Chad Higdon, Chief Executive Officer,
Second Hand Community Food Bank; Ms. Marcie Roth, Executive
Director and Chief Executive Officer, World Institute on
Disability; and Ms. Diane Yentel, President and Chief Executive
Officer, National Low Income Housing Coalition.
OVERSIGHT LETTERS
Old Post Office Building / Trump International Hotel
On January 22, 2019, the Chair of the Full Committee and
Ms. Titus sent a letter to Administrator of the General
Services Administration requesting additional responses to
questions surrounding President Trump serving as both a
landlord and tenant of the Old Post Office Building.
On September 10, 2019, the Chairs of the Full Committee and
the Subcommittee on Economic Development, Public Buildings, and
Emergency Management sent a letter to the Administrator of the
General Services Administration requesting responses to
questions surrounding President Trump serving as both a
landlord and tenant of the Old Post Office Building.
On October 1, 2019, the Chairs of the Full Committee and
the Subcommittee on Economic Development, Public Buildings, and
Emergency Management sent a letter to the Administrator of the
General Services Administration requesting an audit of the
Trump International Hotel.
On October 18, 2019, the Chairs of the Full Committee and
the Subcommittee on Economic Development, Public Buildings, and
Emergency Management sent a letter to the Administrator of the
General Services Administration requesting documents related to
the Trump International Hotel. Subsequently, the Chair of the
Committee issued a subpoena of the requested documents on
October 24, 2019.
On December 23, 2019, the Chairs of the Full Committee and
the Subcommittee on Economic Development, Public Buildings, and
Emergency Management sent a letter to the Administrator of the
General Services Administration requesting either additional
documents, or an appearance before the Committee to respond to
concerns relating to the Old Post Office Building lease and the
Trump International Hotel.
On April 23, 2020, the Chairs of the Full Committee and the
Subcommittee on Economic Development, Public Buildings, and
Emergency Management sent a letter to the Administrator of the
General Services Administration requesting information
regarding reports that the Trump Organization is looking for
rent relief for the Trump International Hotel lease of the
taxpayer-owned Old Post Office Building.
Federal Emergency Management Agency Recovery Efforts
On March 10, 2020, the Chair of the Committee, the Majority
Leader, and six Members of the House sent a letter to the
Administrator of the Federal Emergency Management Agency
requesting approval of permanent repair or replacement
assistance to help communities recover from recent natural
disasters in Puerto Rico.
COVID-19
On March 18, 2020, the Chairs of the Full Committee and the
Subcommittee on Economic Development, Public Buildings, and
Emergency Management sent a letter to the Assistant Secretary
of Commerce for Economic Development requesting Economic
Development Administration programs respond as quickly as
possible to businesses impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic.
On April 22, 2020, the Chair of the Full Committee and the
Ranking Member of the Senate Homeland Security and Governmental
Affairs Committee sent a letter to the President requesting
Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) waive all cost-share
requirements for States responding to the global COVID-19
pandemic.
On April 29, 2020, the Chairs of the Full Committee and the
Subcommittee on Economic Development, Public Buildings, and
Emergency Management sent a letter to the Administrator of the
Federal Emergency Management Agency requesting information
regarding accounts the agency was redirecting or re-
prioritizing urgently-needed protective gear and medical
equipment amid allegations of political influence from the
White House. The letter further requested information about
coordination with the private sector on sourcing and
distributing supplies that are being shipped via taxpayer-
funded cargo flights.
On August 14, 2020, the Chairs of the Committees on
Transportation and Infrastructure and Armed Services and 68
Members of Congress sent a letter to the President requesting
the immediate waiver of National Guard and FEMA cost-sharing
requirements for all States and territories amid the COVID-19
pandemic response.
Federal Emergency Management Agency Vacancies
On July 21, 2020, the Chairs of the Committees on
Transportation and Infrastructure and Homeland Security; the
Ranking Member of the Senate Committee on Homeland Security and
Governmental Affairs; the Subcommittee Chairs of the
Subcommittee on Economic Development, Public Buildings, and
Emergency Management, and the Subcommittee on Emergency
Preparedness, Response, and Recovery sent a letter to the
Administrator of the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA)
expressing concerns over longstanding senior leadership
vacancies at the Agency, including both Deputy Administrator
roles, which have each been without permanent appointees for
six months. The lawmakers also noted their disappointment with
FEMA's compliance with its own succession plan, signed earlier
this year by the Agency and approved by the Department of
Homeland Security.
Federal Courthouses and Architectural Style
On August 25, 2020, the Chair of the Subcommittee on
Economic Development, Public Buildings, and Emergency
Management sent a letter to the Administrator of the General
Services Administration requesting information related to the
solicitation request for courthouses in Florida and Alabama to
be built in the ``classic architectural style.''
MINORITY OVERSIGHT LETTERS
Unneeded Federal Real Estate
On July 1, 2019, the Ranking Members of the Full Committee
and Subcommittee on Economic Development, Public Buildings, and
Emergency Management sent a letter to the Office of Management
and Budget (OMB) regarding implementation of the Federal Assets
Sale and Transfer Act of 2016 (FASTA) requesting regular
updates from OMB on progress and the activities of OMB in
supporting the Public Buildings Reform Board.
Building Resilient Infrastructure and Communities (BRIC) Funding
On October 15, 2020, the Full Committee Chair and Ranking
Member, along with the Chair and Ranking Member of the
Subcommittee sent a letter to the Federal Emergency Management
Agency expressing concern the full 6 percent of overall
disaster funding was not set aside for BRIC and encouraging the
full amount of funding be available for predisaster mitigation.
SUBCOMMITTEE HEARINGS HELD
116-11 ``Building Prosperity: EDA's Role in Economic
Development and Recovery'' April 9, 2019.
116-18 ``Disaster Preparedness: DRRA Implementation and
FEMA Readiness.'' May 22, 2019.
116-20 ``Efficiency and Resiliency in Federal Building
Design and Construction.'' June 11, 2019.
116-33 ``Landlord and Tenant: The Trump Administration's
Oversight of the Trump International Hotel Lease.'' September
25, 2019.
116-38 ``An Assessment of Federal Recovery Efforts from
Recent Disasters.'' October 22, 2019.
116-42 ``Review of Smithsonian Institution Current
Facilities and Future Space Needs.'' November 13, 2019.
116-50 ``GSA Outleases and the Trump Old Post Office
Hotel.'' January 28, 2020.
116-54 ``Animals in Disasters.'' February 12, 2020.
116-58 ``FEMA's Priorities for 2020 and Beyond:
Coordinating Mission and Vision.'' March 11, 2020.
116-62 ``Experiences of Vulnerable Populations During
Disaster.'' July 28, 2020.
ACTIVITIES OF THE SUBCOMMITTEE ON HIGHWAYS AND TRANSIT
Eleanor Holmes Norton, District of
Columbia, Chair
Rodney Davis, Illinois, Ranking
Member
(31-25)
Don Young, Alaska Eddie Bernice Johnson, Texas
Eric A. ``Rick'' Crawford, Arkansas Steve Cohen, Tennessee
Bob Gibbs, Ohio John Garamendi, California
Daniel Webster, Florida Henry C. ``Hank'' Johnson, Jr.,
Thomas Massie, Kentucky Georgia
Rob Woodall, Georgia Jared Huffman, California
John Katko, New York Julia Brownley, California
Brian Babin, Texas Frederica S. Wilson, Florida
David Rouzer, North Carolina Alan S. Lowenthal, California
Mike Bost, Illinois Mark DeSaulnier, California
Doug LaMalfa, California Salud O. Carbajal, California
Bruce Westerman, Arkansas Anthony G. Brown, Maryland
Lloyd Smucker, Pennsylvania Adriano Espaillat, New York
Mike Gallagher, Wisconsin Tom Malinowski, New Jersey
Gary J. Palmer, Alabama Greg Stanton, Arizona
Brian K. Fitzpatrick, Pennsylvania Colin Z. Allred, Texas
Troy Balderson, Ohio Sharice Davids, Kansas
Ross Spano, Florida Abby Finkenauer, Iowa, Vice Chair
Pete Stauber, Minnesota Jesus G. Garcia, Illinois
Carol D. Miller, West Virginia Antonio Delgado, New York
Greg Pence, Indiana Chris Pappas, New Hampshire
Mike Garcia, California Angie Craig, Minnesota
Vacancy Harley Rouda, California
Sam Graves, Missouri (Ex Officio) Grace F. Napolitano, California
Albio Sires, New Jersey
Sean Patrick Maloney, New York
Donald M. Payne, Jr., New Jersey
Daniel Lipinski, Illinois
Dina Titus, Nevada
Stacey E. Plaskett, Virgin Islands
Peter A. DeFazio, Oregon (Ex
Officio)
The Subcommittee held 9 hearings, received testimony from
55 witnesses, and discharged 6 measures.
LEGISLATIVE ACTIVITIES
Legislative activities occurred on the following measures
referred to the Subcommittee. See Legislative History above:
H.R. 2, the Investing in a New Vision for the Environment
and Surface Transportation in America Act.
H.R. 831, the Reviving America's Scenic Byways Act of 2019.
H.R. 3245, the Restore the Harmony Way Bridge Act.
H.R. 4686, the Sami's Law.
H.R. 5139 the Stop Sexual Assault and Harassment in
Transportation Act.
H.R. 5430, the United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement
Implementation Act.
LEGISLATIVE AND OVERSIGHT ACTIVITIES
Surface Transportation
On March 13, 2019, the Subcommittee held a hearing entitled
``Aligning Federal Surface Transportation Policy to Meet 21st
Century Needs.'' The Subcommittee examined if and how Federal-
aid highway and Federal transit programs and policies need to
change in order to meet current and future transportation
challenges. The Subcommittee received testimony from Hon. Ron
Nirenberg, Mayor, City of San Antonio, Texas, testifying on
behalf of the National League of Cities; Mr. Roger M. Millar,
Secretary, Department of Transportation, State of Washington,
testifying on behalf of the American Association of State
Highway and Transportation Officials; Mr. Darran Anderson,
Director, Strategy and Innovation, Department of
Transportation, State of Texas, testifying on behalf of Texas
Innovation Alliance; Mr. John K. Clark, Executive Director,
Transportation Learning Center; Ms. Therese W. McMillan,
Executive Director, Metropolitan Transportation Commission,
testifying on behalf of the Association of Metropolitan
Planning Organization; Mr. Algernon Stanley, Vice President,
Stanley Construction Company, Inc., testifying on behalf of
Associated General Contractors of America; and Mr. Michael A.
Terry, President and Chief Executive Officer, IndyGo-
Indianapolis Public Transportation Corporation, testifying on
behalf of the American Public Transportation Association.
Roadway Safety
On April 9, 2019, the Subcommittee held a hearing entitled
``Every Life Counts: Improving the Safety of Our Nation's
Roadways.'' This hearing assessed the safety of our Nation's
roads and learn what can be done to lower the number of
traffic-related fatalities and injuries. The Subcommittee
received testimony from Hon. Jennifer Homendy, Member, National
Transportation Safety Board; Hon. Fred Jones, Vice Mayor, City
of Neptune Beach, Florida, testifying on behalf of
Transportation for America; Mr. Michael L. Brown, Chief of
Police, City of Alexandria, Commonwealth of Virginia; Mr. Jay
Bruemmer, Vice President, K & G Striping, Inc., testifying on
behalf of the American Traffic Safety Services Association; Mr.
Mike Sewell, Active Transportation Service Line Leader, Gresham
Smith, testifying on behalf of the League of American
Bicyclists; and Mr. Nicholas Smith, Interim President and Chief
Executive Officer, The National Safety Council.
Trucking Industry
On June 12, 2019, the Subcommittee held a hearing entitled
``Under Pressure: The State of Trucking in America.'' The
Members heard from stakeholders about current challenges faced
by motor carriers, truck drivers, shippers, and brokers; and
how these challenges impact safety, operations, jobs, and goods
movement on our Nation's roads. The Subcommittee received
testimony from Ms. Cathy Chase, President, Advocates for
Highway and Auto Safety; Mr. Chris Spear, President and Chief
Executive Officer, American Trucking Associations; Mr. Todd
Spencer, President, Owner-Operator Independent Drivers
Association; Mr. LaMont Byrd, Director, Health and Safety
Department, International Brotherhood of Teamsters; Mr. Jason
Craig, Director of Government Affairs, C.H. Robinson; Mr.
Rodney Noble, Senior Director for Transportation Global
Procurement, PepsiCo; Mr. Mark Savage, Deputy Chief, Colorado
Highway Patrol, testifying on behalf of the Commercial Vehicle
Safety Alliance; and Mr. Andy Young, Truck Safety Advocate.
Mobility on Demand
On June 25, 2019, the Members of the Subcommittee held a
roundtable on ``Examining the Role of Mobility on Demand (MO)
in Surface Transportation Policy.'' The roundtable provided
Members an opportunity to hear about new opportunities for and
challenges faced by transit agencies, cities, and mobility
providers related to MOD. Members met with representatives from
the Community Transportation Association of America; District
Department of Transportation; the Consumer Technology
Association; the Tri-County Metropolitan Transportation
District of Oregon (TriMet); Pinellas Suncoast Transit
Authority (PSTA); and the Transportation Trades Department,
AFL-CIO.
Capital Investment Grant Program
On July 16, 2019, the Subcommittee held a hearing entitled
``Oversight of the Federal Transit Administration's
Implementation of the Capital Investment Grant Program.'' This
hearing examined how the Federal Transit Administration (FTA)
is implementing the Capital Investment Grant (CIG) program in
light of the Administration's FY 2018 and FY 2019 budget
requests and the implication of reductions to this program. The
Subcommittee received testimony from Hon. K. Jane Williams,
Acting Administrator, Federal Transit Administration,
Department of Transportation; Mr. Robert E. Alger, President
and Chief Executive Officer, The Lane Construction Corporation,
testifying on behalf of the American Road & Transportation
Builders Association; Mr. Tom Gerend, Executive Director, The
Kansas City Streetcar Authority; and Mr. Paul P. Skoutelas,
President and Chief Executive Officer, American Public
Transportation Association.
On July 16, 2019, the Committee on Transportation and
Infrastructure Majority Staff released a report analyzing the
progress of the Capital Investment Grant Program under the
current Administration.
School Bus Safety
On July 25, 2019, the Subcommittee held a hearing entitled
``Examining the Federal Role in Improving School Bus Safety.''
This hearing examined current school bus safety measures and to
consider whether additional Federal safety requirements are
warranted. The Subcommittee received testimony from Hon. Andrew
J. McLean, Chair, Joint Standing Committee on Transportation,
House of Representatives, State of Maine, testifying on behalf
of the National Conference of State Legislatures; Hon. Brenda
Sue Fulton, Chair and Chief Administrator, Motor Vehicle
Commission, State of New Jersey; Mr. John Benish, Jr.,
President and Chief Operating Officer, Cook-Illinois
Corporation, testifying on behalf of the National School
Transportation Association; Mr. Matthew Condron, Secretary-
Treasurer, Teamsters Local 384, Norristown, Pennsylvania; Ms.
Anne S. Ferro, President and Chief Executive Officer, American
Association of Motor Vehicle Administrators; and Kristin
Poland, PhD, Deputy Director, Office of Highway Safety,
National Transportation Safety Board.
Congestion and Financing of America's Roads
On September 11, 2019, the Subcommittee held a hearing
entitled ``Pricing and Technology Strategies to Address
Congestion on and Financing of America's Roads.'' This hearing
evaluated current Federal policies on tolls and demand
management; the strategies States and cities use to address
congestion and revenue gaps for surface transportation
projects; and how new technologies may impact future
congestion. The Subcommittee received testimony from Hon.
Oliver Gilbert, III, Mayor, City of Miami Gardens and Chairman,
Miami-Dade Transportation Planning Organization, State of
Florida; Mr. Travis Brouwer, Assistant Director, Department of
Transportation, State of Oregon; Ms. Tilly Chang, Executive
Director, San Francisco County Transportation Authority,
testifying on behalf of the Intelligent Transportation Society
of America; Mr. Darren D. Hawkins, President and Chief
Executive Officer, YRC Worldwide, Inc., testifying on behalf of
the American Trucking Associations; Timothy J. Lomax, PhD, PE,
Regents Fellow, Transportation Institute, Texas A&M; and Mr.
Marc Scribner, Senior Fellow, Competitive Enterprise Institute.
Transportation Network Companies
On October 16, 2019, the Subcommittee held a hearing
entitled ``Examining the Future of Transportation Network
Companies: Challenges and Opportunities.'' The Subcommittee
heard from stakeholders about transportation network companies
(TNCs); the role of cities and States in regulating TNC
operations; and the impacts of this transportation model on
mobility, other transportation options, drivers, and
passengers. The Subcommittee received testimony from Hon.
Christopher H. Smith, a Representative in Congress from the 4th
District of New Jersey; Hon. Thomas R. Suozzi, a Representative
in Congress from the 3rd District of New York; Hon. Karen
Freeman-Wilson, Mayor, City of Gary, Indiana, testifying on
behalf of National League of Cities; Mr. Jon W. Martz,
Director, Government and Public Affairs, Commute with
Enterprise; Mr. Paul A. Miller, Legislative Counsel, The
Transportation Alliance; and Mr. Larry I. Willis, President,
Transportation Trades Department, AFL-CIO.
Freight Transportation
On December 5, 2019, the Subcommittee on Highways and
Transit and the Subcommittee on Railroads, Pipelines, and
Hazardous Materials held a joint hearing entitled ``Where's My
Stuff?: Examining the Economic, Environmental, and Societal
Impacts of Freight Transportation.'' The Subcommittees examined
the importance of freight transportation, investment needed to
support freight transportation, and the ways in which demand
for goods movement is growing and changing. The Subcommittees
received testimony from Ms. Erin Aleman, Executive Director,
Chicago Metropolitan Agency for Planning, testifying on behalf
of the Coalition for America's Gateways and Trade Corridors;
Mr. Charles ``Chuck'' Baker, President, American Short Line and
Regional Railroad Association; Dr. Anne Victoria Goodchild,
Founding Director, Supply Chain Transportation and Logistics
Center, University of Washington; Mr. Ian J. Jefferies,
President and Chief Executive Officer, Association of American
Railroads; Mr. Jason Mathers, Director, Vehicles and Freight
Strategy, Environmental Defense Fund; and Mr. Jim Tymon,
Executive Director, American Association of State Highway and
Transportation Officials.
Federal Land Transportation
On February 6, 2020, the Subcommittee held a hearing
entitled ``Assessing the Transportation Needs of Tribes,
Federal Land Management Agencies, and U.S. Territories.'' This
hearing examined the current state of transportation
infrastructure on tribal, Federal, and U.S. territorial lands
and related policy issues for consideration in surface
transportation reauthorization. The Subcommittee received
testimony from Hon. Nelson Petty, Jr., Commissioner, Department
of Public Works, U.S. Virgin Islands; Mr. Joe Garcia, Head
Councilman, Ohkay Owingeh Tribal Council; Ms. Mary Beth Frank
Clark, President, Intertribal Transportation Association; Mr.
Christopher B. French, Deputy Chief, National Forest System,
United States Forest Service, U.S. Department of Agriculture;
Mr. Aron Reif, Transportation Program Manager, Office of
Acquisition and Property Management, U.S. Department of the
Interior; and Mr. Sergio ``Satch'' A. Pecori, Chief Executive
Officer, Hanson Professional Services.
OVERSIGHT LETTERS
Secretary of Transportation Influence
On December 20, 2019, the Chair of the Committee sent a
letter to the Inspector General of the Department of
Transportation to investigate reports that the Secretary of
Transportation and staff gave preferential treatment for
discretionary grants.
Spectrum Allocation
On November 22, 2019, the Chair of the Full Committee sent
a letter to the Chair of the Federal Communications Commission
regarding surface transportation safety (5.9 GHz band) and
aviation safety (3.7 4.2 GHz spectrum).
On January 22, 2020, the Chair and Ranking Member of the
Committee and 38 Members of the Committee sent a letter to the
Chair of the Federal Communications Commission raising concerns
with the plan to redirect more than half the 5.9 GHz spectrum
band.
On October 30, 2020, the Chair and Ranking Member of the
Committee sent a letter to the Comptroller General requesting a
study into the safety implication of reallocating the 5.9
gigahertz spectrum band.
MINORITY OVERSIGHT LETTERS
FCC Decision on 5.9GHz Safety Spectrum
On December 4, 2019, the Ranking Members of the Full
Committee and the Subcommittee on Highways and Transit sent a
letter to the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) asking
for consideration of the transportation safety spectrum uses of
this spectrum band over unlicensed uses of the spectrum.
SUBCOMMITTEE HEARINGS HELD
116-7 ``Aligning Federal Surface Transportation Policy to
Meet 21st Century Needs.'' March 13, 2019.
116-10 ``Every Life Counts: Improving the Safety of Our
Nation's Roadways.'' April 9, 2019.
116-21 ``Under Pressure: The State of Trucking in
America.'' June 12, 2019.
116-27 ``Oversight of the Federal Transit Administration's
Implementation of the Capital Investment Grant Program.'' July
16, 2019.
116-29 ``Examining the Federal Role in Improving School
Bus Safety.'' July 25, 2019.
116-30 ``Pricing and Technology Strategies to Address
Congestion on and Financing of America's Roads.'' September 11,
2019.
116-36 ``Examining the Future of Transportation Network
Companies: Challenges and Opportunities.'' October 16, 2019.
116-45 ``Where's My Stuff?: Examining the Economic,
Environmental, and Societal Impacts of Freight
Transportation.'' December 5, 2019. Joint with the Subcommittee
on Railroads, Pipelines, and Hazardous Materials.
116-52 ``Assessing the Transportation Needs of Tribes,
Federal Land Management Agencies, and U.S. Territories.''
February 6, 2020.
ACTIVITIES OF THE SUBCOMMITTEE ON RAILROADS, PIPELINES, AND HAZARDOUS
MATERIALS
Daniel Lipinski, Illinois, Chair
Eric A. ``Rick'' Crawford,
Arkansas, Ranking Member
(19-15)
Scott Perry, Pennsylvania Albio Sires, New Jersey
Rodney Davis, Illinois Donald M. Payne, Jr., New Jersey
Brian Babin, Texas Lizzie Fletcher, Texas
Mike Bost, Illinois Andre Carson, Indiana
Randy K. Weber, Sr., Texas Frederica S. Wilson, Florida
Doug LaMalfa, California Mark DeSaulnier, California
Lloyd Smucker, Pennsylvania Stephen F. Lynch, Massachusetts
Brian K. Fitzpatrick, Pennsylvania Tom Malinowski, New Jersey
Troy Balderson, Ohio Grace F. Napolitano, California
Ross Spano, Florida Steve Cohen, Tennessee
Pete Stauber, Minnesota Jesus G. Garcia, Illinois
Greg Pence, Indiana Eleanor Holmes Norton, District of
Vacancy Columbia
Sam Graves, Missouri (ex officio) Eddie Bernice Johnson, Texas
Alan S. Lowenthal, California
Colin Z. Allred, Texas, Vice Chair
Angie Craig, Minnesota
Conor Lamb, Pennsylvania
Peter A. DeFazio, Oregon (ex
officio)
The Subcommittee held 10 hearings, received testimony from
55 witnesses, and discharged 6 measures.
LEGISLATIVE ACTIVITIES
Legislative activities occurred on the following measures
referred to the Subcommittee. See Legislative History above:
H.R. 2, the Investing in a New Vision for the Environment
and Surface Transportation in America Act.
H.R. 370, the Pipeline and LNG Facility Cybersecurity
Preparedness Act.
H.R. 2726, the Banning Smoking on Amtrak Act of 2019.
H.R. 5120, the SAFER Pipelines Act of 2019.
H.R. 5139, the Stop Sexual Assault and Harassment in
Transportation Act.
H.R. 5430, the United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement
Implementation Act.
LEGISLATIVE AND OVERSIGHT ACTIVITIES
Pipeline Safety
On April 2, 2019, the Subcommittee held a hearing entitled
``Pipeline Safety: Reviewing the Status of Mandates and
Examining Additional Safety Needs.'' This hearing examined the
status of safety rulemakings previously mandated by Congress;
the safety of the Nation's gas and hazardous liquid pipelines
and facilities; and how meet future needs. The Subcommittee
received testimony from Hon. Lori Trahan, a Member in Congress
from the 3rd District of Massachusetts; Hon. Seth Moulton, a
Member in Congress from the 6th District of Massachusetts; Hon.
Howard ``Skip'' Elliott, Administrator, Pipeline and Hazardous
Materials Safety Administration; Hon. Jennifer Homendy, Board
Member, National Transportation Safety Board; Mr. Carl Weimer,
Executive Director, Pipeline Safety Trust; Mr. Andrew Black,
President and Chief Executive Officer, Association of Oil Pipe
Lines; Mr. Dan Eggleston, President and Chairman of the Board,
International Association of Fire Chiefs; Mr. Richard B.
Kuprewicz, President, Accufacts, Inc.; Mr. Robin Rorick, Vice
President of Midstream and Industry Operations, American
Petroleum Institute; and Mr. Elgie Holstein, Senior Director
for Strategic Planning, Environmental Defense Fund.
Rail Workforce
On June 20, 2019, the Subcommittee held a hearing entitled
``The State of the Rail Workforce.'' The State of the Rail
Workforce.'' This hearing examined the rail workforce cutbacks
and safety issues. The Subcommittee received testimony from
Hon. Ronald L. Batory, Administrator, Federal Railroad
Administration; Mr. Dennis R. Pierce, President, Brotherhood of
Locomotive Engineers and Trainmen; Mr. John Previsich,
President, Transportation Division, International Association
of Sheet Metal, Air, Rail and Transportation Workers; Mr. Jerry
C. Boles, President, Brotherhood of Railroad Signalmen; Mr.
Andrew W. Sandberg, Assistant to the President , Directing
General Chairman, District Lodge 19, International Association
of Machinists and Aerospace Workers; and Mr. William Gonzalez,
President, Amtrak Police Fraternal Order of Police Labor
Committee.
Railroad Shippers
On July 25, 2019, the Subcommittee conducted a roundtable
entitled ``Railroad Shippers Roundtable''. This roundtable
provided Members an opportunity to learn from railroad shippers
about the challenges they face in moving commodities by rail.
The Members of the Subcommittee met with representatives from
International Paper; Kinder Morgan Terminals; the National
Grain and Feed Association; the National Industrial
Transportation League; the American Chemistry Council; Seeler
Industries; the Freight Rail Customer Alliance; and the
Department of Applied Economics, University of Minnesota.
Commuter Railroads
In recent years, national commuter rail ridership has
increased substantially. In 2017 alone, riders traveled 12.3
billion passenger miles, serviced by 29 agencies operating in
21 States. Ensuring the safety of commuter rail is the
responsibility of the Federal Railroad Administration (FRA),
which establishes minimum acceptable levels of railroad safety
equipment and operating practices. While FRA regulates safety,
Federal funding for commuter rail transportation is provided by
the Federal Transit Administration (FTA). Commuter rail is
characterized as providing regional passenger rail service;
however, how the service is provided varies.
On September 24, 2019, the Subcommittee held a hearing
entitled ``Challenges and Opportunities for Commuter
Railroads.'' The Subcommittee received testimony from Mr. Paul
P. Skoutelas, President and Chief Executive Officer, American
Public Transportation Association; Mr. Jim Derwinski, Chief
Executive Officer / Executive Director, Metra; Mr. Peter M.
Rogoff, Chief Executive Officer, Sound Transit; and Ms.
Stephanie N. Wiggins, Chief Executive Officer, Southern
California Regional Rail Authority (SCRRA)--Metrolink.
Amtrak
On November 13, 2019, the Subcommittee held a hearing
entitled ``Amtrak Now and Into the Future.'' The hearing
examined service changes implemented by Amtrak and the needs of
the Nation's intercity passenger railroad to sustain and
strengthen its existing network. The Subcommittee received
testimony from Mr. Richard Anderson, President and Chief
Executive Officer, Amtrak; Hon. Nancy Nathanson, State
Representative, State of Oregon; Mr. Greg Regan, Secretary-
Treasurer, Transportation Trades Department, AFL-CIO; Ms.
Stacey Mortensen, Executive Director, San Joaquin Regional Rail
Commission; Mr. Jack Dinsdale, National Vice President,
Transportation Communications International Union; Mr. Jim
Mathews, President and Chief Executive Officer, Rail Passengers
Association; and Mr. Robert W. Guy, Illinois State Director,
Transportation Division, Sheet Metal Air Rail Transportation.
Freight Transportation
On December 5, 2019, the Subcommittee on Highways and
Transit and the Subcommittee on Railroads, Pipelines, and
Hazardous Materials held a joint hearing entitled ``Where's My
Stuff?: Examining the Economic, Environmental, and Societal
Impacts of Freight Transportation.'' The Subcommittees examined
the importance of freight transportation, investment needed to
support freight transportation, and the ways in which demand
for goods movement is growing and changing. The Subcommittees
received testimony from Ms. Erin Aleman, Executive Director,
Chicago Metropolitan Agency for Planning, testifying on behalf
of the Coalition for America's Gateways and Trade Corridors;
Mr. Charles ``Chuck'' Baker, President, American Short Line and
Regional Railroad Association; Dr. Anne Victoria Goodchild,
Founding Director, Supply Chain Transportation and Logistics
Center, University of Washington; Mr. Ian J. Jefferies,
President and Chief Executive Officer, Association of American
Railroads; Mr. Jason Mathers, Director, Vehicles and Freight
Strategy, Environmental Defense Fund; and Mr. Jim Tymon,
Executive Director, American Association of State Highway and
Transportation Officials.
Grade Crossings
On February 5, 2020, the Subcommittee held a hearing
entitled ``Tracking Toward Zero: Improving Grade Crossing
Safety and Addressing Community Concerns.'' This hearing
examined the current challenges affecting highway-railroad
grade crossing safety; trespassing and suicide incidents;
blocked grade crossings; and efforts to mitigate safety and
societal concerns of these issues. The Subcommittee received
testimony from Mr. Karl Alexy, Associate Administrator,
Railroad Safety and Chief Safety Officer, Federal Railroad
Administration; Mr. Brian Vercruysse, Rail Safety Program
Administrator, Commerce Commission, State of Illinois; Mr. Mark
Christoffels, Chief Executive Officer and Chief Engineer,
Alameda Corridor-East Construction Authority, testifying on
behalf of the San Gabriel Valley Council of Governments; Ms.
Rachel Maleh, Executive Director, Operation Lifesaver, Inc.;
Hon. Matthew O'Shea, Alderman, 19th Ward, City of Chicago,
Illinois; and Mr. Jason A. Morris, Assistant Vice President,
Safety and Environment, Norfolk Southern Corporation.
Rail Networks
On March 4, 2020, the Subcommittee held a hearing entitled
``Funding a Robust Freight and Passenger Rail Network.'' This
hearing examined the benefits of freight and passenger rail;
the current state of the rail network; and the need for
continued investment through Federal programs. The Subcommittee
received testimony from Mr. Stephen J. Gardner, Senior
Executive Vice President and Chief Operating and Commercial
Officer, National Railroad Passenger Corporation (Amtrak); Hon.
Sandra Bury, Mayor, Village of Oak Lawn, Illinois; Mr. Kevin S.
Corbett, President and Chief Operating Officer, NJ TRANSIT
Corporation; Mr. Robert J. Shanahan, Jr., Assistant to the
President, Brotherhood of Maintenance of Way Employees
Division, International Brotherhood of Teamsters; Mr. Kevin
Artl, President and Chief Operating Officer, American Council
of Engineering Companies of Illinois; and Mr. Ian Jefferies,
President, Association of American Railroads.
Amtrak's Response to COVID-19
On September 9, 2020, the Subcommittee held a hybrid
hearing entitled ``Amtrak's Response to COVID-19.'' This
hearing examined the effects of the COVID-19 pandemic on
Amtrak; and Amtrak's response, including workforce cuts and
reductions in train service. The Subcommittee received
testimony from Mr. William Flynn, President and Chief Executive
Officer, Amtrak; Mr. Arthur Maratea, National President,
Transportation Communication Union, International Association
of Machinists and Aerospace Workers; Ms. Amy Griffin,
President, America Local 1460, Transport Workers Union of
America and Mr. Jim Mathews, President and Chief Executive
Officer, Rail Passengers Association.
Surface Transportation Board and the Passenger Rail System
On November 18, 2020, the Subcommittee held a hybrid
hearing entitled ``Examining the Surface Transportation Board's
Role in Ensuring a Robust Passenger Rail System.'' The
Subcommittee received testimony from Ms. Ann D. Begeman, Chair,
Surface Transportation Board; Mr. Martin J. Oberman, Vice
Chair, Surface Transportation Board; Mr. Stephen J. Gardner,
Senior Executive Vice President, National Railroad Passenger
Corporation (Amtrak); Ms. Romayne C. Brown, Chair of the Board
of Directors, Metra, Chicago, Illinois; Mr. Paul P. Skoutelas,
President and Chief Executive Officer, American Public
Transportation Association; Mr. Ian J. Jefferies, President and
Chief Executive Officer, Association of American Railroads; and
Mr. Randal O'Toole, Senior Fellow, Cato Institute.
OVERSIGHT LETTERS
Amtrak
On June 19, 2019, the Chairs of the Committee and the
Subcommittee on Railroads, Pipelines, and Hazardous Materials
sent a letter to the President and Chief Executive Officer of
Amtrak expressing concerns over possible cuts to Amtrak's
Police Department which would result in fewer security forces
on duty.
On September 8, 2020, the Chairs of the Committee and the
Subcommittee on Railroads, Pipelines, and Hazardous Materials,
and Ms. Wexton, sent a letter to the President and Chief
Executive Officer of Amtrak expressing concern over the
decision to issue a Request for Proposal for eCommerce and
Mobile Development that would allow certain work to be
offshored.
Liquified Natural Gas by Rail
On June 28, 2019, the Chair of the Full Committee and Mr.
Malinowski sent a letter to the Administrator of the Pipeline
and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration requesting an
extension of the public comment period for at least an
additional 30 days on the special permit it is considering that
would allow the movement of liquefied natural gas (LNG) by rail
in Florida. A follow-up letter was sent on August 8, 2019.
On December 18, 2019, the Chairs of the Committee and the
Subcommittee on Railroads, Pipelines, and Hazardous Materials
sent a letter to the Administrator of the Pipeline and
Hazardous Materials Safety Administration requesting immediate
action be taken to conduct a thorough analysis of the potential
impacts of transporting liquefied natural gas (LNG) by rail
tank car. The letter was sent in response to a Notice of
Proposed Rulemaking published by the Pipeline and Hazardous
Materials Safety Administration in late October 2019 relating
to the transportation of LNG.
Highway-Railroad Grade Crossings
On September 18, 2019, the Chairs of the Committee and the
Subcommittee on Railroads, Pipelines, and Hazardous Materials
sent letters to 12 companies seeking information on what steps
they have taken to incorporate data into their navigation
services, applications, and devices that can help prevent
accidents at highway-railroad at-grade crossings. The companies
include: Apple; Google; HERE; INRIX; MapQuest; Microsoft;
Omnitracs; OpenStreetMap; Sensys Networks; StreetLight Data;
Teletrac Navman; and United Parcel Service.
Keystone Pipeline
On November 18, 2019, the Chairs of the Committees on
Transportation and Infrastructure and Energy and Commerce; and
Subcommittee Chairs of the Subcommittee on Railroads,
Pipelines, and Hazardous Materials and the Subcommittee on
Energy, sent a letter to the Comptroller General of the United
States requesting a review of the operator of the Keystone
Pipeline System and the Pipelines and Hazardous Materials
Safety Administration. The request comes on the heels of a
crude oil spill in Edinburg, North Dakota, the third major
spill from the pipeline in three years.
Climate Change
On January 16, 2020, the Chair of the Committee sent a
letter to the President and CEO of the Association of American
Railroads (AAR) requesting clarification to an article
published in The Atlantic, which suggested AAR's commitment to
combatting climate change is a farce and that in reality, AAR's
members help finance campaigns to deny the realities of climate
change.
MINORITY OVERSIGHT LETTERS
Rail Infrastructure and Safety Programs
On March 10, 2020, the Full Committee Ranking Member
submitted comments to a proposed rule issued by the Council on
Environmental Quality updating the regulations underlying the
National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA).
On May 28, 2020, the Full Committee Ranking Member and
Ranking Member of the Subcommittee on Railroads, Pipelines, and
Hazardous Materials submitted comments to the Federal Railroad
Administration (FRA) regarding a proposed rule establishing
standards and metrics, including for measuring customer on time
performance (OTP).
Amtrak
On July 22, 2020, the Ranking Member of the Subcommittee on
Railroads, Pipelines, and Hazardous Materials sent a letter to
Amtrak seeking information regarding Amtrak's recent request
for waiver of its Buy America requirement to purchase foreign
equipment.
On October 20, 2020, the Ranking Member of the Subcommittee
on Railroads, Pipelines, and Hazardous Materials and three
other members sent a letter to Amtrak seeking information
regarding the Biden presidential campaign's use of Amtrak's
very limited resources to campaign during the COVID-19
pandemic.
Surface Transportation Board (STB)
On May 21, 2020, the Full Committee Ranking Member and
Ranking Member of the Subcommittee on Railroads, Pipelines, and
Hazardous Materials submitted comments regarding a
determination of the relationship between the ICCTA and Clean
Water Act.
SUBCOMMITTEE HEARINGS HELD
116-9 ``Pipeline Safety: Reviewing the Status of Mandates
and Examining Additional Safety Needs.'' April 2, 2019.
116-24 ``The State of Rail Workforce.'' June 20, 2019.
116-32 ``Challenges and Opportunities for Commuter
Railroads.'' September 24, 2019.
116-41 ``Amtrak Now and Into the Future.'' November 13,
2019.
116-45 ``Where's My Stuff?: Examining the Economic,
Environmental, and Societal Impacts of Freight
Transportation.'' December 5, 2019. Joint with the Subcommittee
on Highways and Transit.
116-51 ``Tracking Toward Zero: Improving Grade Crossing
Safety and Addressing Community Concerns.'' February 5, 2020.
116-57 ``Funding a Robust Freight and Passenger Rail
Network.'' March 4, 2020.
116-63 ``Amtrak's Response to COVID-19.'' September 9,
2020.
ACTIVITIES OF THE SUBCOMMITTEE ON WATER RESOURCES AND ENVIRONMENT
Grace F. Napolitano, California,
Chair
Bruce Westerman, Arkansas, Ranking
Member
(18-14)
Daniel Webster, Florida Debbie Mucarsel-Powell, Florida,
Thomas Massie, Kentucky Vice Chair
Rob Woodall, Georgia Eddie Bernice Johnson, Texas
Brian Babin, Texas John Garamendi, California
Garret Graves, Louisiana Jared Huffman, California
David Rouzer, North Carolina Alan S. Lowenthal, California
Mike Bost, Illinois Salud O. Carbajal, California
Randy K. Weber, Sr., Texas Adriano Espaillat, New York
Doug LaMalfa, California Lizzie Fletcher, Texas
Brian J. Mast, Florida Abby Finkenauer, Iowa
Gary J. Palmer, Alabama Antonio Delgado, New York
Jenniffer GonzaLez-Colon, Puerto RicoChris Pappas, New Hampshire
Sam Graves, Missouri (ex officio) Angie Craig, Minnesota
Harley Rouda, California
Frederica S. Wilson, Florida
Stephen F. Lynch, Massachusetts
Tom Malinowski, New Jersey
Peter A. DeFazio, Oregon (ex
officio)
The Subcommittee held 10 hearings, received testimony from
101 witnesses, and discharged 18 measures.
LEGISLATIVE ACTIVITIES
Legislative activities occurred on the following measures
referred to the Subcommittee. See Legislative History above:
H.R. 535, the PFAS Action Act of 2019.
H.R. 1132, the San Francisco Bay Restoration Act.
H.R. 1331, the Local Water Protection Act.
H.R. 1497, the Water Quality Protection and Job Creation
Act of 2019.
H.R. 1620, the Chesapeake Bay Program Reauthorization Act.
H.R. 2247, the Promoting United Government Efforts To Save
Our Sound Act.
H.R. 2440, the Full Utilization of the Harbor Maintenance
Trust Fund Act.
H.R. 2695, To rename the Success Dam in Tulare County,
California, as the Richard L. Schafer Dam.
H.R. 3245, the Restore the Harmony Way Bridge Act.
H.R. 4031, the Great Lakes Restoration Initiative Act of
2019.
H.R. 4044, the Protect and Restore America's Estuaries Act.
H.R. 4275, to amend the Federal Water Pollution Control Act
to reauthorize the Lake Pontchartrain Basin Restoration
Program, and for other purposes.
H.R. 4470, To rename the Saint Lawrence Seaway Development
Corporation the Great Lakes St. Lawrence Seaway Development
Corporation.
H.R. 4611, the Ocean Pollution Reduction Act II.
H.R. 5430, the United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement
Implementation Act.
H.R. 5912, the Expedited Delivery of Airport Infrastructure
Act of 2020.
H.R. 7575, the Water Resources Development Act of 2020.
S. 1811, A bill to make technical corrections to the
America's Water Infrastructure Act of 2018, and for other
purposes. (Water Resources Development Act of 2020).
LEGISLATIVE AND OVERSIGHT ACTIVITIES
Clean Water State Revolving Fund
On March 7, 2019, the Subcommittee held a hearing entitled
``The Clean Water State Revolving Fund: How Federal
Infrastructure Investment Can Help Communities Modernize Water
Infrastructure and Address Affordability Challenges.'' This
hearing examined the current state of the Nation's clean water
systems and the backlog of clean water infrastructure needs and
the infrastructure affordability challenges facing communities
and American households. The Subcommittee received testimony
from Hon. David A. Condon, Mayor, City of Spokane, Washington,
testifying on behalf of United States Conference of Mayors; Mr.
John Mokszycki, Water and Sewer Superintendent, Town of
Greenport, New York, on behalf of The National Rural Water
Association; Ms. Catherine Coleman Flowers, Rural Development
Manager, The Equal Justice Initiative; Ms. Maureen Taylor,
State Chairperson, Michigan Welfare Rights Organization; Mr.
Andrew Kricun, Executive Director and Chief Engineer, Camden
County Municipal Utilities Authority, Camden, New Jersey,
testifying on behalf of The National Association of Clean Water
Agencies; and Ms. Jill Witkowski Heaps, Assistant Professor of
Law, Vermont Law School.
Harbor Maintenance Trust Fund
On April 10, 2019, the Subcommittee held a hearing entitled
``The Cost of Doing Nothing: Why Full Utilization of the Harbor
Maintenance Trust Fund and Investment in our Nation's Waterways
Matter.'' This hearing examined the role that ports, harbors,
and inland waterways play in our communities and their
economies. The hearing also examined the importance of full
utilization of the Harbor Maintenance Trust Fund (HMTF) for its
authorized purposes--namely, the maintenance dredging of
authorized commercial coastal and inland harbors. The
Subcommittee received testimony from Mr. Richard (Rick) Goche,
Commissioner, Port of Bandon, Bandon, Oregon; Mr. Eugene D.
Seroka, Executive Director, Port of Los Angeles; Ms. Bonnie
Brady, Executive Director, Long Island Commercial Fishing
Association; Mr. Kevin Ross, First Vice President, The National
Corn Growers Association; Ms. Phyllis Harden, Executive
Assistant, Pine Bluff Sand and Gravel Co.; Mr. Peter H.
Stephaich, Chairman, Campbell Transportation Company,
testifying on behalf of the Waterways Council, Inc.; and Ms.
Kirsten Wallace, Executive Director, Upper Mississippi River
Basin Association.
America's Iconic Waterways
On June 25, 2019, the Subcommittee held a hearing entitled
``Protecting and Restoring America's Iconic Waters.'' This
hearing examined the successes, challenges, and need for
continued funding for restoration efforts related to the
Chesapeake Bay, the Great Lakes, San Francisco Bay, Puget
Sound, Lake Pontchartrain Basin, and the National Estuary
Program. The Subcommittee received testimony from Mr. Preston
D. Cole, Secretary, Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources;
Mr. Dave Pine, Supervisor, District 1, San Mateo County Board
of Supervisors and Chair of the San Francisco Bay Restoration
Authority Governing Board; Ms. Laura Blackmore, Executive
Director, Puget Sound Partnership; Mr. William C. Baker,
President, Chesapeake Bay Foundation; Mr. Tom Ford, Director,
Santa Monica Bay National Estuary Program, The Bay Foundation;
and Ms. Kristi Trail, Executive Director, Lake Pontchartrain
Basin Foundation.
Water Resources Development Act
On July 10, 2019, the Subcommittee held a hearing entitled
``Water Resources Development Acts: Status of Implementation
and Assessing Future Needs.'' This hearing examined the Army
Corps of Engineers implementation of the recent Water Resources
Development Acts (WRDA) enacted in 2014, 2016, and 2018. The
Subcommittee received testimony from Hon. Rickey Dale ``R.D.''
James, Assistant Secretary of the Army (Civil Works),
Department of the Army; MG Scott A. Spellmon, Deputy Commanding
General for Civil and Emergency Operations, United States Army
Corps of Engineers, Department of the Army; Mr. Rob Innis,
Plant Manager, Sparrows Point, LafargeHolcim, testifying on
behalf of the Waterways Council Inc.; Mr. Chad Berginnis,
Executive Director, Association of State Floodplain Managers;
Mr. Tom Waters, Chairman, Missouri Levee and Drainage District
Association; Ms. Julie Hill-Gabriel, Vice President for Water
Conservation, The National Audubon Society; Mr. Derek
Brockbank, Executive Director, American Shore and Beach
Preservation Association; and F. Martin (Marty) Ralph, PhD.,
Director, Center for Western Weather and Water Extremes,
Scripps Institution of Oceanography at UC San Diego.
On October 18-19, 2019, the Members of the Subcommittee
conducted a site visit and held a roundtable in Islamorada,
Florida on ``America's Water Resources Infrastructure: Concepts
for the Next Water Resources Development Act.'' During the
roundtable Members heard from the City of Islamorada, Florida;
a Florida State Representative; the Florida Department of
Environmental Protection; Florida Ports Council; the Everglades
Foundation; the South Florida Water Management District; and
Florida International University. The Members also toured the
Everglades and examined Army Corps facilities.
On November 19, 2019, the Subcommittee held a hearing
entitled ``Concepts for the Next Water Resources Development
Act: Promoting Resiliency of Our Nation's Water Resources
Infrastructure.'' The Subcommittee received testimony from BG
Gerald E. Galloway, Glenn L. Martin Institute Professor of
Engineering, University of Maryland; Rear Admiral Ann Phillips
(Ret.), Special Assistant to the Governor for Coastal Adaption
and Protection, Office of the Governor, Commonwealth of
Virginia; Mr. Ricardo S. Pineda, Supervising Engineer, Water
Resources, Division of Flood Management, Department of Water
Resources, State of California, testifying on behalf of the
Association of State Floodplain Managers; Dr. Louis Gritzo,
Vice President, FM Global Research Manager; Ms. Melissa Samet,
Senior Water Resources Counsel, National Wildlife Federation;
and Ms. Julie A. Ufner, President, National Waterways
Conference.
On January 9, 2020, the Subcommittee held a hearing
entitled ``Proposals for a Water Resources Development Act of
2020.'' The Subcommittee received testimony from Hon. Rickey
Dale ``R.D.'' James, Assistant Secretary of the Army (Civil
Works), Office of the Assistant Secretary of the Army--Civil
Works, Department of the Army and Lt Gen Todd T. Semonite,
Chief of Engineers and Commanding General, Corps of Engineers,
U.S. Army, Department of Defense.
On February 27, 2020, the Subcommittee held a hearing
entitled ``Proposals for a Water Resources Development Act of
2020: Members'' Day Hearing.'' The Subcommittee received
testimony from Hon. Roger W. Marshall, a Representative in
Congress from the 1st District of Kansas; Hon. Bill Flores, a
Representative in Congress from the 17th District of Texas;
Hon. Ed Case, a Representative in Congress from the 1st
District of Hawaii; Hon. W. Gregory Steube, a Representative in
Congress from the 17th District of Florida; Hon. William R.
Keating, a Representative in Congress from the 9th District of
Massachusetts; Hon. Pramila Jayapal, a Representative in
Congress from the 7th District of Washington; Hon. Filemon
Vela, a Representative in Congress from the 34th District of
Texas; Hon. Nanette Diaz Barragan, a Representative in Congress
from the 44th District of California; Hon. Marcy Kaptur, a
Representative in Congress from the 9th District of Ohio; Hon.
Joseph D. Morelle, a Representative in Congress from the 25th
District of New York.
Hon. Derek Kilmer, a Representative in Congress from the
6th District of Washington; Hon. Kurt Schrader, a
Representative in Congress from the 5th District of Oregon;
Hon. Doris O. Matsui, a Representative in Congress from the 6th
District of California; Hon. Elissa Slotkin, a Representative
in Congress from the 8th District of Michigan; Hon. Greg
Gianforte, a Representative-at-Large in Congress from Montana;
Hon. Bradley Scott Schneider, a Representative in Congress from
the 10th District of Illinois; Hon. Michael Waltz, a
Representative in Congress from the 6th District of Florida;
Hon. Robert C. ``Bobby'' Scott, a Representative in Congress
from the 3rd District of Virginia; Hon. Earl L. ``Buddy''
Carter, a Representative in Congress from the 1st District of
Georgia; Hon. Adam B. Schiff, a Representative in Congress from
the 28th District of California.
Hon. Glenn Thompson, a Representative in Congress from the
15th District of Pennsylvania; Hon. James Comer, a
Representative in Congress from the 1st District of Kentucky;
Hon. Fred Keller, a Representative in Congress from the 12th
District of Pennsylvania; Hon. Bill Foster, a Representative in
Congress from the 11th District of Illinois; Hon. Brian
Higgins, a Representative in Congress from the 26th District of
New York; Hon. Linda T. Sanchez, a Representative in Congress
from the 38th District of California; Hon. Jim Cooper, a
Representative in Congress from the 5th District of Tennessee;
Hon. Bryan Steil, a Representative in Congress from the 1st
District of Wisconsin; Hon. Bill Huizenga, a Representative in
Congress from the 2nd District of Michigan; Hon. Clay Higgins,
a Representative in Congress from the 3rd District of
Louisiana.
Hon. Bill Posey, a Representative in Congress from the 8th
District of Florida; Hon. Jeff Fortenberry, a Representative in
Congress from the 1st District of Nebraska; Hon. Rick W. Allen,
a Representative in Congress from the 12th District of Georgia;
Hon. Mikie Sherrill, a Representative in Congress from the 11th
District of New Jersey; Hon. Emanuel Cleaver, a Representative
in Congress from the 5th District of Missouri; Hon. Jackie
Speier, a Representative in Congress from the 14th District of
California; Hon. Josh Gottheimer, a Representative in Congress
from the 5th District of New Jersey; Hon. Jimmy Gomez, a
Representative in Congress from the 34th District of
California; Hon. Robert J. Wittman, a Representative in
Congress from the 1st District of Virginia; Hon. Mike Johnson,
a Representative in Congress from the 4th District of
Louisiana; Hon. Veronica Escobar, a Representative in Congress
from the 16th District of Texas.
Hon. Cynthia Axne, a Representative in Congress from the
3rd District of Iowa; Hon. Pete Olson, a Representative in
Congress from the 22nd District of; Hon. Michael Cloud, a
Representative in Congress from the 27th District of Texas;
Hon. Anthony Gonzalez, a Representative in Congress from the
16th District of Ohio; Hon. Tom O'Halleran, a Representative in
Congress from the 1st District of Arizona; and Hon. Donna E.
Shalala, a Representative in Congress from the 27th District of
Florida.
On March 6, 2020, the Members of the Subcommittee conducted
a site visit and held a roundtable in Los Angeles, California
on ``America's Water Resources Infrastructure: Concepts for the
Next Water Resources Development Act (WRDA).'' During the
roundtable Members heard from representatives from the City of
Los Angeles; the Metropolitan Water District of Southern
California; the LA County Department of Public Works; Orange
County; the San Gabriel Valley Water Association; and the Water
Replenishment District of Southern California. The Members also
toured the Whittier Narrows Dam and the Ports of Los Angeles
and Long Beach.
Clean Water Act
On September 18, 2019, the Subcommittee held a hearing
entitled ``The Administration's Priorities and Policy
Initiatives Under the Clean Water Act.'' This hearing examined
the Environmental Protection Agency and stakeholders' views on
the Administration's priorities and policy initiatives under
the Clean Water Act. The Subcommittee received testimony from
Hon. Dave Ross, Assistant Administrator, Office of Water, U.S.
Environmental Protection Agency; Ms. Maia Bellon, Director,
Department of Ecology, State of Washington; Ms. Becky W. Keogh,
Secretary, Department of Energy and Environment, and Director,
Division of Environmental Quality, State of Arkansas; Mr. Ken
Kopocis, Associate Professor, College of Law, American
University; Mr. Michael Hickey, Hoosick Falls, New York; Ms.
Pam Nixon, President, People Concerned About Chemical Safety;
and Mr. Geoffrey R. Gisler, Senior Attorney, Southern
Environmental Law Center.
Pebble Mine Project
On October 23, 2019, the Subcommittee held a hearing
entitled ``The Pebble Mine Project: Process and Potential
Impacts.'' This hearing examined the application process and
potential economic and environmental impacts of the proposed
Pebble Mine Project, located in the Bristol Bay Watershed,
Alaska. The Subcommittee received testimony from Mr. Dennis J.
McLerran, Attorney, Cascadia Law Group; Mr. Tom Collier, Chief
Executive Officer, The Pebble Partnership; Mr. Richard K.
Borden, Owner, Midgard Environmental Services, LLC; Ms. Alannah
Hurley, Executive Director, United Tribes of Bristol Bay; Mr.
Brian Kraft, Owner, Alaska Sportsmen's Lodge; Mr. Mark Niver,
Fisherman, Surrender Salmon Co.; and Ms. Anisa Kamadoli Costa,
Chief Sustainability Officer, Tiffany & Co.
Everglades Restoration Plan and Water Management in Florida
On September 24, 2020, the Subcommittee held a hearing
entitled ``The Comprehensive Everglades Restoration Plan and
Water Management in Florida.'' This hearing examined water
management and operations as part of the Comprehensive
Everglades Restoration Plan, as well as current challenges to
the system including water quality, cyanobacteria blooms, and
impacts to the Everglades National Park and the Florida Bay
estuary. The Subcommittee received testimony from Mr. Noah
Valenstein, Secretary, Department of Environmental Protection,
State of Florida; Hon. Chauncey P. Goss, Chairman, South
Florida Water Management District Governing Board; Ms.
Elizabeth Jolin, Captain, The Bay and Reef Company of the
Florida Keys; Mr. Gary Ritter, Assistant Director, Government
and Community Affairs, Florida Farm Bureau Federation; and Ms.
Shannon A. Estenoz, Vice President, Policy and Public Affairs,
The Everglades Foundation.
OVERSIGHT LETTERS
Border Wall Funding
On January 16, 2019, the Chairs of the Committees on
Transportation and Infrastructure and Appropriations; the
Chair-designate for the Subcommittee on Energy and Water
Development, and Related Agencies (Appropriations), and Rep.
Napolitano sent a letter to the President questioning the
statutory authority to use disaster funding for border wall
construction, specifically the authority to transfer
unobligated disaster funding of the U.S. Army Corps of
Engineers towards the border wall.
Government Shutdown
On January 29, 2019, Chairs of the Committee and the
Subcommittee on Water Resources and Environment sent a letter
to Acting Administrator of the Environmental Protection Agency
requesting information on impacts of the recent government
shutdown, and the subsequent lapse in appropriations.
Waters of the United States
On February 12, 2019, the Chairs of the Committee and the
Subcommittee on Water Resources and Environment, and 160
Members, sent letters to the Environmental Protection Agency
and Army Corps of Engineers requesting an extension of the
comment period for the proposed rule to replace the 2015 Clean
Water Rule (WOTUS).
On April 8, 2019, the Chair of the Committee sent a letter
to the Administrator of the Environmental Protection Agency
requesting information related to the Agency's interpretation
of Section 401 of the Federal Water Pollution Control Act
Amendments of 1972, more commonly known as the Clean Water Act.
On July 30, 2019, the Chairs of the Committee and the
Subcommittee on Water Resources and Environment; and the
Ranking Members of the Senate Committee on Environment and
Public Works and the Subcommittee on Fisheries, Water, and
Wildlife, sent a letter to the Administrator of the
Environmental Protection Agency and the Assistant Secretary of
the Army (Civil Works) expressing concerns with the
Administration's weakening of Clean Water Act protections over
the Nation's waters.
Pebble Mine
On November 18, 2019, the Chair of the Committee sent a
letter to the Army Corps of Engineers (Corps), expressing his
concerns with the Corps' review of the Clean Water Act permit
for the development of an open pit mine to be constructed in
the Bristol Bay watershed, Alaska, known as Pebble Mine.
On June 29, 2020, the Chair of the Committee sent a letter
to the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers requesting an extension of
the finalization of the Environmental Impact Statement as it
relates to the Pebble Mine Project, due to concerns over lack
of consolation and communication with local tribes and
communities.
On September 1, 2020, the Chairs of the Committee and the
Subcommittee on Water, Oceans, and Wildlife Subcommittee of the
Committee on Natural Resources sent a letter to the
Administrator of the Environmental Protection Agency
Administrator requesting he use his authority to veto the Final
Environmental Impact Statement for the proposed Pebble Mine on
the grounds that the project would have significant negative
impacts on Bristol Bay, Alaska.
On November 20, 2020, the Chairs of the Committee and the
Subcommittee sent letters to the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers
and the Chief Executive Officer of the Pebble Limited
Partnership requesting records relating to the operation of the
Pebble Mine.
National Environmental Policy Act
On January 21, 2020, the Chairs of the Committee on
Transportation and Infrastructure and Natural Resources; the
Ranking Member of the Senate Committee on the Environment and
Public Works; 123 Representatives and 41 Senators, sent a
letter to the Council on Environmental Quality to extend the
public comment period for the Trump Administration's proposed
rule to fundamentally rewrite the National Environmental Policy
Act regulations. The members stressed that this unprecedented
rewrite of existing regulations must be carefully considered by
all parties who will be affected, including disadvantaged and
tribal communities.
Coal Ash
On August 18, 2020, the Chairs of the Committee and the
Subcommittee on Water Resources and Environment sent a letter
to the Administrator of the Environmental Protection Agency
criticizing the finalization of a rule that would rollback
protections on the disposal of coal ash from coal-fired power
plants. A second letter was sent on October 27, 2020.
Environmental Protection Agency Records
On September 8, 2020, Chairs of the Committee and the
Subcommittee on Water Resources and Environment sent a letter
to the Inspector General of the National Archives and Records
Administration (NARA) requesting a comprehensive, independent
investigation into reports that the Environmental Protection
Agency may have illegally destroyed records and intentionally
deceived NARA about their destruction.
Navigable Waterways
On October 1, 2020, the Chairs of the Committee and the
Subcommittee on Water Resources and Environment sent a letter
to the Assistant Secretary of the Army for Civil Works
expressing concern with the Administration's actions to remove
Federal protections over the Nation's rivers, lakes, streams,
and wetlands through implementation of its Navigable Waters
Protection rule.
SUBCOMMITTEE HEARINGS HELD
116-5 ``The Clean Water State Revolving Fund: How Federal
Infrastructure Investment Can Help Communities Modernize Water
Infrastructure and Address Affordability Challenges.'' March 7,
2019.
116-12 ``The Cost of Doing Nothing: Why Full Utilization
of the Harbor Maintenance Trust Fund and Investment in Our
Nation's Waterways Matter.'' April 10, 2019.
116-25 ``Protecting and Restoring America's Iconic
Waters.'' June 25, 2019.
116-26 ``Water Resources Development Acts: Status of
Implementation and Assessing Future Needs.'' July 10, 2019.
116-31 ``The Administration's Priorities and Policy
Initiatives Under the Clean Water Act.'' September 18, 2019.
116-39 ``The Pebble Mine Project: Process and Potential
Impacts.'' October 23, 2019.
116-47 ``Proposals for a Water Resources Development Act
of 2020.'' January 9, 2020
116-55 ``Proposals for a Water Resources Development Act
of 2020: Members'' Day Hearing.'' February 27, 2020.
116-65 ``The Comprehensive Everglades Restoration Plan and
Water Management in Florida.'' September 24, 2020.
APPENDIX I--RULES OF THE COMMITTEE
The Committee adopted the Rules of the Committee on
February 7, 2019. The Rules were amended by the Committee on
February 26, 2020, to reflect a modification to the size and
ratio of the Subcommittee on Economic Development, Public
Buildings, and Emergency Management.
Rule I. General Provisions
(a) Applicability of House Rules.--
(1) In general.--The Rules of the House are the rules
of the Committee and its subcommittees so far as
applicable, except that a motion to recess from day to
day, and a motion to dispense with the first reading
(in full) of a bill or resolution, if printed copies
are available, are non-debatable privileged motions in
the Committee and its subcommittees.
(2) Subcommittees.--Each subcommittee is part of the
Committee, and is subject to the authority and
direction of the Committee and its rules so far as
applicable.
(3) Incorporation of house rule on committee
procedure.--Rule XI of the Rules of the House, which
pertains entirely to Committee procedure, is
incorporated and made a part of the rules of the
Committee to the extent applicable. Pursuant to clause
2(a)(3) of Rule XI of the Rules of the House, the Chair
of the Committee is authorized to offer a motion under
clause 1 of Rule XXII of the Rules of the House
whenever the Chair considers it appropriate.
(b) Publication of Rules.--Pursuant to clause 2(a) of Rule
XI of the Rules of the House, the Committee's rules shall be
publicly available in electronic form and published in the
Congressional Record not later than 60 days after the Chair is
elected in each odd-numbered year.
(c) Vice Chair.--The Chair shall appoint a vice chair of
the Committee and of each subcommittee. If the Chair of the
Committee or subcommittee is not present at any meeting of the
Committee or subcommittee, as the case may be, the vice chair
shall preside. If the vice chair is not present, the ranking
member of the majority party on the Committee or subcommittee
who is present shall preside at that meeting.
Rule II. Regular, Additional, and Special Meetings
(a) Regular Meetings.--Regular meetings of the Committee
shall be held on the last Wednesday of every month to transact
its business unless such day is a holiday, or the House is in
recess or is adjourned, in which case the Chair shall determine
the regular meeting day of the Committee for that month. A
regular meeting of the Committee may be dispensed with if, in
the judgment of the Chair, there is no need for the meeting.
This paragraph shall not apply to meetings of any subcommittee.
(b) Additional Meetings.--The Chair may call and convene,
as he or she considers necessary, additional meetings of the
Committee for the consideration of any bill or resolution
pending before the Committee or for the conduct of other
committee business. The Committee shall meet for such purpose
pursuant to the call of the Chair.
(c) Special Meetings.--If at least three members of the
Committee desire that a special meeting of the Committee be
called by the Chair, those members may file in the offices of
the Committee their written request to the Chair for that
special meeting. Such request shall specify the measure or
matter to be considered. Immediately upon the filing of the
request, the clerk of the Committee shall notify the Chair of
the filing of the request. If, within 3 calendar days after the
filing of the request, the Chair does not call the requested
special meeting to be held within 7 calendar days after the
filing of the request, a majority of the members of the
Committee may file in the offices of the Committee their
written notice that a special meeting of the Committee will be
held, specifying the date and hour thereof, and the measure or
matter to be considered at that special meeting. The Committee
shall meet on that date and hour. Immediately upon the filing
of the notice, the clerk of the Committee shall notify all
members of the Committee that such meeting will be held and
inform them of its date and hour and the measure or matter to
be considered; and only the measure or matter specified in that
notice may be considered at that special meeting. Such notice
shall also be made publicly available in electronic form and
shall be deemed to satisfy paragraph (d)(1).
(d) Notice.--
(1) Minimum notice period.--Pursuant to clause
2(g)(3) of Rule XI of the Rules of the House, the Chair
shall make a public announcement of the date, place,
and subject matter of a Committee or subcommittee
meeting, which may not commence earlier than the third
calendar day (excluding Saturdays, Sundays, or legal
holidays except when the House is in session on such a
day) on which members have notice thereof.
(2) Changes in meeting times.--A meeting may commence
sooner than announced if the Chair, with concurrence of
the ranking minority member, determines there is good
cause to begin the meeting sooner or the Committee or
subcommittee so determines by majority vote, a quorum
being present for the transaction of business. The
Chair shall make a public announcement of the meeting
time change at the earliest possible opportunity.
(3) Notification of daily digest clerk.--The clerk of
the Committee shall notify the Daily Digest Clerk of
the Congressional Record as soon as possible after a
public announcement of a time change for a Committee or
subcommittee meeting is made under this paragraph.
(e) Prohibition on Sitting During Joint Session.--The
Committee may not sit during a joint session of the House and
Senate or during a recess when a joint meeting of the House and
Senate is in progress.
Rule III. Meetings and Hearings Generally
(a) Minimum Period for Availability of Committee Markup
Text.--Pursuant to clause 2(g)(4) of Rule XI of the Rules of
the House, the Chair shall make publicly available, in
electronic form, the text of any legislation to be marked up at
least 24 hours prior to the commencement of a meeting for the
markup of legislation, or at the time of a meeting announcement
under paragraph (d)(2) of Committee Rule II if made within 24
hours before such meeting.
(b) Open Meetings.--Each meeting for the transaction of
business, including the markup of legislation, and each hearing
of the Committee or a subcommittee shall be open to the public,
except as provided by clause 2(g) of Rule XI of the Rules of
the House.
(c) Meetings To Begin Promptly.--Each meeting or hearing of
the Committee shall begin promptly at the time so stipulated in
the public announcement of the meeting or hearing.
(d) Addressing the Committee.--Except as provided under
paragraph (e) of Committee Rule VI, a Committee member may
address the Committee or a subcommittee on any bill, motion, or
other matter under consideration--
(1) only when recognized by the Chair for that
purpose; and
(2) only for 5 minutes, or for a period of time
designated by the Chair with concurrence of the ranking
minority member, until such time as each member of the
Committee or subcommittee who so desires has had an
opportunity to address the Committee or subcommittee.
A member shall be limited in his or her remarks to the
subject matter under consideration. The Chair shall enforce
this paragraph.
(e) Participation of Members in Subcommittee Meetings and
Hearings.--All members of the Committee who are not members of
a particular subcommittee may, by unanimous consent of the
members of such subcommittee, participate in any subcommittee
meeting or hearing. However, a member who is not a member of
the subcommittee may not vote on any matter before the
subcommittee, be counted for purposes of establishing a quorum,
or raise points of order.
(f) Member Day Hearing.--Pursuant to section 103(j) of
House Resolution 6, the Committee shall hold a hearing at which
it receives testimony from members, delegates, and the Resident
Commissioner on proposed legislation within the Committee's
jurisdiction.
(g) Broadcasting.--Whenever a meeting for the transaction
of business, including the markup of legislation, or a hearing
is open to the public, that meeting or hearing shall be open to
coverage by television, radio, and still photography in
accordance with clause 4 of Rule XI of the Rules of the House.
Operation and use of any Committee Internet broadcast system
shall be fair and nonpartisan and in accordance with clause
4(b) of Rule XI of the Rules of the House and all other
applicable rules of the Committee and the House. Further,
pursuant to clause 2(e)(5) of Rule XI of the Rules of the
House, the Committee shall provide audio and video coverage of
each hearing or meeting for the transaction of business in a
manner that allows the public to easily listen to and view the
proceedings. The Committee shall also maintain the recordings
of such coverage in a manner that is easily accessible to the
public.
(h) Access to the Dais and Lounges.--Access to the hearing
rooms' daises and to the lounges adjacent to the Committee
hearing rooms shall be limited to Members of Congress and
employees of Congress during a meeting or hearing of the
Committee unless specifically permitted by the Chair or ranking
minority member.
(i) Use of Cellular Telephones.--During a hearing, mark-up,
or other meeting of the Committee, ringing or audible sounds or
conversational use of cellular telephones or other electronic
devices is prohibited in the Committee room.
(j) Availability of Text of Amendments in Electronic
Form.--Pursuant to clause 2(e) of Rule XI of the Rules of the
House, not later than 24 hours after the adoption of any
amendment to a measure or matter considered by the Committee,
the Chair shall cause the text of the amendment to be made
publicly available in electronic form.
Rule IV. Power to Sit and Act; Power to Conduct Investigations; Oaths;
Subpoena Power
(a) Authority To Sit and Act.--For the purpose of carrying
out any of its functions and duties under Rules X and XI of the
Rules of the House, the Committee and each of its
subcommittees, is authorized (subject to paragraph (d)(1))--
(1) to sit and act at such times and places within
the United States whether the House is in session, has
recessed, or has adjourned and to hold such hearings;
and
(2) to require, by subpoena or otherwise, the
attendance and testimony of such witnesses and the
production of such books, records, correspondence,
memorandums, papers, and documents, as it deems
necessary.
(b) Authority To Conduct Investigations.--
(1) In general.--The Committee is authorized at any
time to conduct such investigations and studies as it
may consider necessary or appropriate in the exercise
of its responsibilities under Rule X of the Rules of
the House and (subject to the adoption of expense
resolutions as required by Rule X, clause 6 of the
Rules of the House) to incur expenses (including travel
expenses) in connection therewith.
(2) Major investigations by subcommittees.--A
subcommittee may not begin a major investigation
without approval of a majority of such subcommittee.
(c) Oaths.--The Chair, or any member designated by the
Chair, may administer oaths to any witness.
(d) Issuance of Subpoenas.--
(1) In general.--A subpoena may be issued by the
Committee or subcommittee under paragraph (a)(2) in the
conduct of any investigation or activity or series of
investigations or activities, only when authorized by a
majority of the members voting, a majority being
present. Such authorized subpoenas shall be signed by
the Chair of the Committee or by any member designated
by the Committee. If a specific request for a subpoena
has not been previously rejected by either the
Committee or subcommittee, the Chair of the Committee,
after consultation with the ranking minority member of
the Committee, may authorize and issue a subpoena under
paragraph (a)(2) in the conduct of any investigation or
activity or series of investigations or activities, and
such subpoena shall for all purposes be deemed a
subpoena issued by the Committee. As soon as
practicable after a subpoena is issued under this rule,
the Chair shall notify all members of the Committee of
such action.
(2) Enforcement.--Compliance with any subpoena issued
by the Committee or subcommittee under paragraph (a)(2)
may be enforced only as authorized or directed by the
House.
(e) Expenses of Subpoenaed Witnesses.--Each witness who has
been subpoenaed, upon the completion of his or her testimony
before the Committee or any subcommittee, may report to the
offices of the Committee, and there sign appropriate vouchers
for travel allowances and attendance fees. If hearings are held
in cities other than Washington, D.C., the witness may contact
the counsel of the Committee, or his or her representative,
before leaving the hearing room.
(f) Deposition Authority.--Pursuant to section 103(a) of
House Resolution 6 and subject to the regulations issued by the
Chair of the committee on Rules and printed in the
Congressional Record, the Chair of the Committee, upon
consultation with the ranking minority member, may order the
taking of depositions, including pursuant to a subpoena, by a
member or counsel of such committee subject to regulations
issued by the Chair of the Committee on Rules.
Rule V. Quorums and Record Votes; Postponement of Votes
(a) Working Quorum.--One-third of the members of the
Committee or a subcommittee shall constitute a quorum for
taking any action other than the closing of a meeting pursuant
to clauses 2(g) and 2(k)(5) of Rule XI of the Rules of the
House, the authorizing of a subpoena pursuant to paragraph (d)
of Committee Rule IV, the reporting of a measure or
recommendation pursuant to paragraph (b)(1) of Committee Rule
VII, and the actions described in paragraphs (b), (c) and (d)
of this rule.
(b) Quorum for Reporting.--A majority of the members of the
Committee or a subcommittee shall constitute a quorum for the
reporting of a measure or recommendation.
(c) Approval of Certain Matters.--A majority of the members
of the Committee or a subcommittee shall constitute a quorum
for approval of a resolution concerning any of the following
actions:
(1) A prospectus for construction, alteration,
purchase or acquisition of a public building or the
lease of space as required by section 3307 of title 40,
United States Code.
(2) Survey investigation of a proposed project for
navigation, flood control, and other purposes by the
Corps of Engineers (section 4 of the Rivers and Harbors
Act of March 4, 1913, 33 U.S.C. 542).
(3) Construction of a water resources development
project by the Corps of Engineers with an estimated
Federal cost not exceeding $15,000,000 (section 201 of
the Flood Control Act of 1965).
(4) Deletion of water quality storage in a Federal
reservoir project where the benefits attributable to
water quality are 15 percent or more but not greater
than 25 percent of the total project benefits (section
65 of the Water Resources Development Act of 1974).
(5) Authorization of a Natural Resources Conservation
Service watershed project involving any single
structure of more than 4,000 acre feet of total
capacity (section 2 of P.L. 566, 83rd Congress).
(d) Quorum for Taking Testimony.--Two members of the
Committee or subcommittee shall constitute a quorum for the
purpose of taking testimony and receiving evidence.
(e) Record Votes.--A record vote may be demanded by one-
fifth of the members present.
(f) Postponement of Votes.--
(1) In general.--In accordance with clause 2(h)(4) of
Rule XI of the Rules of the House, the Chair of the
Committee or a subcommittee, after consultation with
the ranking minority member of the Committee or
subcommittee, may--
(A) postpone further proceedings when a
record vote is ordered on the question of
approving a measure or matter or on adopting an
amendment; and
(B) resume proceedings on a postponed
question at any time after reasonable notice.
(2) Resumption of proceedings.--When proceedings
resume on a postponed question, notwithstanding any
intervening order for the previous question, an
underlying proposition shall remain subject to further
debate or amendment to the same extent as when the
question was postponed.
(g) Availability of Record Votes in Electronic Form.--
Pursuant to clause 2(e)(1)(B)(i) of Rule XI of the Rules of the
House, the Chair shall make the result of any record vote
publicly available for inspection at reasonable times in the
offices of the Committee and in electronic form within 48 hours
of such record vote.
Rule VI. Hearing Procedures
(a) Announcement of Hearing.--
(1) Minimum notice period.--Pursuant to clause
2(g)(3) of Rule XI of the Rules of the House, the Chair
shall make a public announcement of the date, place,
and subject matter of a Committee or subcommittee
hearing, which may not commence earlier than the one
week after such notice.
(2) Changes in hearing times.--A hearing may commence
sooner than announced if the Chair, with concurrence of
the ranking minority member, determines there is good
cause to begin the hearing sooner or the Committee so
determines by majority vote, a quorum being present for
the transaction of business. The Chair shall make a
public announcement of the hearing time change at the
earliest possible opportunity.
(3) Notification of daily digest clerk.--The clerk of
the Committee shall notify the Daily Digest Clerk of
the Congressional Record as soon as possible after a
public announcement of a time change for a Committee or
subcommittee hearing is made under this paragraph.
(b) Written Statement; Oral Testimony.--
(1) Filing of statement.--So far as practicable, each
witness who is to appear before the Committee or a
subcommittee shall file with the clerk of the Committee
or subcommittee, at least 2 working days before the day
of his or her appearance, a written statement of
proposed testimony. The Chair, with the concurrence of
the ranking minority member, may take the following
actions for failure to comply with this requirement:
(A) exclude such witness' written testimony from the
hearing record; (B) bar such witness' oral presentation
of the testimony; or (C) both (A) and (B). Each witness
shall limit his or her oral presentation to a summary
of the written statement.
(2) Truth in testimony information.--Pursuant to
clause 2(g)(5) of Rule XI of the Rules of the House, in
the case of a witness appearing in a nongovernmental
capacity, a written statement of proposed testimony
shall include a curriculum vitae and a disclosure of
the amount and source of each Federal grant (or
subgrant thereof) or contract (or subcontract thereof),
or the amount and country of origin of any contract or
payment originating with a foreign government, received
during the current calendar year or either of the two
previous calendar years by the witness or by an entity
represented by the witness and related to the subject
matter of the hearing.
(3) Availability of information in electronic form.--
Statements filed under this paragraph, with appropriate
redaction to protect the privacy of the witness, shall
be made publicly available in electronic form not later
than one day after the witness appears.
(c) Minority Witnesses.--When any hearing is conducted by
the Committee or any subcommittee upon any measure or matter,
the minority party members on the Committee or subcommittee
shall be entitled, upon request to the Chair by a majority of
those minority members before the completion of such hearing,
to call witnesses selected by the minority to testify with
respect to that measure or matter during at least one day of
hearing thereon.
(d) Summary of Subject Matter.--Upon announcement of a
hearing, to the extent practicable, the Committee shall make
available immediately to all members of the Committee a concise
summary of the subject matter (including legislative reports
and other material) under consideration. In addition, upon
announcement of a hearing and subsequently as they are
received, the Chair shall make available to the members of the
Committee any official reports from departments and agencies on
such matter.
(e) Opening Statements; Questioning of Witnesses.--
(1) Opening statements.--
(A) Chair and ranking member.--At a hearing
of the Full Committee, the Chair and ranking
minority member of the Committee shall each be
entitled to present an oral opening statement
of five minutes. At a hearing of a
subcommittee, the Chair and ranking minority
member of the Committee and the Chair and
ranking minority member of the subcommittee
shall each be entitled to present an opening
statement for five minutes.
(B) Other members.--At a hearing of the Full
Committee or a subcommittee, other members of
the Committee or subcommittee, as appropriate,
may submit written opening statements for the
record. The Chair presiding over the hearing
may permit oral opening statements by other
members of the Committee or subcommittee, as
appropriate, with the concurrence of the
ranking minority member.
(2) Questioning of witnesses.--The questioning of
witnesses in Committee and subcommittee hearings shall
be initiated by the Chair, followed by the ranking
minority member and all other members alternating
between the majority and minority parties. In
recognizing members to question witnesses in this
fashion, the Chair shall take into consideration the
ratio of the majority to minority members present and
shall establish the order of recognition for
questioning in such a manner as not to disadvantage the
members of the majority nor the members of the
minority. The Chair may accomplish this by recognizing
two majority members for each minority member
recognized.
(f) Procedures for Questions.--
(1) In general.--A Committee member may question a
witness at a hearing--
(A) only when recognized by the Chair for
that purpose; and
(B) subject to subparagraphs (2) and (3),
only for 5 minutes until such time as each
member of the Committee or subcommittee who so
desires has had an opportunity to question the
witness.
A member shall be limited in his or her remarks
to the subject matter under consideration. The
Chair shall enforce this subparagraph.
(2) Extended questioning of witnesses by members.--
The Chair of the Committee or a subcommittee, with the
concurrence of the ranking minority member, or the
Committee or subcommittee by motion, may permit a
specified number of its members to question a witness
for longer than 5 minutes. The time for extended
questioning of a witness under this subdivision shall
be equal for the majority party and minority party and
may not exceed one hour in the aggregate.
(3) Extended questioning of witnesses by staff.--The
Chair of the Committee or a subcommittee, with the
concurrence of the ranking minority member, or the
Committee or subcommittee by motion, may permit
Committee staff for its majority and minority party
members to question a witness for equal specified
periods. The time for extended questioning of a witness
under this subdivision shall be equal for the majority
party and minority party and may not exceed one hour in
the aggregate.
(4) Right to question witnesses following extended
questioning.--Nothing in subparagraph (2) or (3)
affects the right of a member (other than a member
designated under subparagraph (2)) to question a
witness for 5 minutes in accordance with subparagraph
(1)(B) after the questioning permitted under
subparagraph (2) or (3).
(g) Additional Hearing Procedures.--Clause 2(k) of Rule XI
of the Rules of the House (relating to additional rules for
hearings) applies to hearings of the Committee and its
subcommittees.
Rule VII. Procedures for Reporting Bills, Resolutions, and Reports
(a) Filing of Reports.--
(1) In general.--The Chair of the Committee shall
report promptly to the House any measure or matter
approved by the Committee and take necessary steps to
bring the measure or matter to a vote.
(2) Requests for reporting.--The report of the
Committee on a measure or matter which has been
approved by the Committee shall be filed within 7
calendar days (exclusive of days on which the House is
not in session) after the day on which there has been
filed with the clerk of the Committee a written
request, signed by a majority of the members of the
Committee, for the reporting of that measure or matter.
Upon the filing of any such request, the clerk of the
Committee shall transmit immediately to the Chair of
the Committee notice of the filing of that request.
(b) Quorum; Record Votes.--
(1) Quorum.--No measure, matter, or recommendation
shall be reported from the Committee unless a majority
of the Committee was actually present.
(2) Record votes.--With respect to each record vote
on a motion to report any measure or matter of a public
character, and on any amendment offered to the measure
or matter, the total number of votes cast for and
against, and the names of those members voting for and
against, shall be included in the Committee report on
the measure or matter.
(c) Required Matters.--The report of the Committee on a
measure or matter which has been approved by the Committee
shall include the items required to be included by the rules
and orders of the House applicable in the One Hundred Sixteenth
Congress.
(d) Additional Views.--If, at the time of approval of any
measure or matter by the Committee, any member of the Committee
gives notice of intention to file supplemental, minority,
additional, or dissenting views, all members shall be entitled
to not less than two additional calendar days after the day of
such notice (excluding Saturdays, Sundays, and legal holidays)
in which to file such written and signed views in accordance
with clause 2(l) of Rule XI of the Rules of the House.
(e) Activities Report.--
(1) In general.--Not later than January 2 of each odd
numbered year, the Committee shall submit to the House
a report on the activities of the Committee.
(2) Contents.--The report shall include--
(A) separate sections summarizing the
legislative and oversight activities of the
Committee under Rules X and XI of the Rules of
the House during the Congress;
(B) a summary of the oversight plan submitted
by the Committee under clause 2(d) of Rule X of
the Rules of the House;
(C) a summary of the actions taken and
recommendations made with respect to the
oversight plan specified in subdivision (B);
(D) a summary of any additional oversight
activities undertaken by the Committee and any
recommendations made or actions taken thereon;
and
(E) a delineation of any hearings held
pursuant to clauses 2(n), (o), or (p) of Rule
XI of the Rules of the House.
(3) Filing.--After an adjournment sine die of the
last regular session of a Congress, or after December
15 of an even numbered year, whichever occurs first,
the Chair may file the report described in subparagraph
(1) with the Clerk of the House at any time and without
approval of the Committee, provided that--
(A) a copy of the report has been available
to each member of the Committee for at least
seven calendar days; and
(B) the report includes any supplemental,
minority, additional, or dissenting views
submitted by a member of the Committee.
(f) Other Committee Materials.--
(1) In general.--All Committee and subcommittee
prints, reports, documents, or other materials, not
otherwise provided for under this rule, that purport to
express publicly the views of the Committee or any of
its subcommittees or members of the Committee or its
subcommittees shall be approved by the Committee or the
subcommittee prior to printing and distribution and any
member shall be given an opportunity to have views
included as part of such material prior to printing,
release, and distribution in accordance with paragraph
(d) of this rule.
(2) Documents containing views other than member
views.--A Committee or subcommittee document containing
views other than those of members of the Committee or
subcommittee shall not be published without approval of
the Committee or subcommittee.
(3) Disclaimer.--All Committee or subcommittee
reports printed pursuant to legislative study or
investigation and not approved by a majority vote of
the Committee or subcommittee, as appropriate, shall
contain the following disclaimer on the cover of such
report: ``This report has not been officially adopted
by the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure
(or pertinent subcommittee thereof) and may not
therefore necessarily reflect the views of its
members.''.
(4) Compilations of laws.--To the maximum extent
practicable, the Committee shall publish a compilation
of laws under the jurisdiction of each subcommittee.
(g) Availability of Publications.--Pursuant to clause
2(e)(4) of Rule XI of the Rules of the House, the Committee
shall make its publications available in electronic form to the
maximum extent feasible.
Rule VIII. Establishment of Subcommittees; Size and Party Ratios
(a) Establishment.--There shall be 6 standing
subcommittees. These subcommittees, with the following sizes
(including delegates) and majority/minority ratios, are:
(1) Subcommittee on Aviation (39 Members: 22 Majority
and 17 Minority).
(2) Subcommittee on Coast Guard and Maritime
Transportation (16 Members: 9 Majority and 7 Minority).
(3) Subcommittee on Economic Development, Public
Buildings, and Emergency Management (16 Members: 9
Majority and 7 Minority).\1\
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Subcommittee on Economic Development, Public Buildings, and Emergency
Management (15 Members: 9 Majority and 6 Minority).'' The line was
modified on February 26, 2020.
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(4) Subcommittee on Highways and Transit (56 Members:
31 Majority and 25 Minority).
(5) Subcommittee on Railroads, Pipelines, and
Hazardous Materials (34 Members: 19 Majority and 15
Minority).
(6) Subcommittee on Water Resources and Environment
(32 Members: 18 Majority and 14 Minority).
(b) Ex Officio Members.--The Chair and ranking minority
member of the Committee shall serve as ex officio voting
members on each subcommittee.
(c) Ratios.--On each subcommittee there shall be a ratio of
majority party members to minority party members which shall be
no less favorable to the majority party than the ratio for the
Full Committee. In calculating the ratio of majority party
members to minority party members, there shall be included the
ex officio members of the subcommittees.
Rule IX. Powers and Duties of Subcommittees
(a) Authority To Sit.--Each subcommittee is authorized to
meet, hold hearings, receive evidence, and report to the Full
Committee on all matters referred to it or under its
jurisdiction. Subcommittee chairmen shall set dates for
hearings and meetings of their respective subcommittees after
consultation with the Chair and other subcommittee chairmen
with a view toward avoiding simultaneous scheduling of Full
Committee and subcommittee meetings or hearings whenever
possible.
(b) Consideration by Committee.--Each bill, resolution, or
other matter favorably reported by a subcommittee shall
automatically be placed upon the agenda of the Committee. Any
such matter reported by a subcommittee shall not be considered
by the Committee unless it has been delivered to the offices of
all members of the Committee at least 48 hours before the
meeting, unless the Chair determines that the matter is of such
urgency that it should be given early consideration. Where
practicable, such matters shall be accompanied by a comparison
with present law and a section-by-section analysis.
Rule X. Referral of Legislation to Subcommittees
(a) General Requirement.--Except where the Chair of the
Committee determines, in consultation with the majority members
of the Committee, that consideration is to be by the Full
Committee, each bill, resolution, investigation, or other
matter which relates to a subject listed under the jurisdiction
of any subcommittee established in Committee Rule VIII referred
to or initiated by the Full Committee shall be referred by the
Chair to all subcommittees of appropriate jurisdiction within
two weeks. All bills shall be referred to the subcommittee of
proper jurisdiction without regard to whether the author is or
is not a member of the subcommittee.
(b) Recall from Subcommittee.--A bill, resolution, or other
matter referred to a subcommittee in accordance with this rule
may be recalled therefrom at any time by a vote of a majority
of the members of the Committee voting, a quorum being present,
for the Committee's direct consideration or for reference to
another subcommittee.
(c) Multiple Referrals.--In carrying out this rule with
respect to any matter, the Chair may refer the matter
simultaneously to two or more subcommittees for concurrent
consideration or for consideration in sequence (subject to
appropriate time limitations in the case of any subcommittee
after the first), or divide the matter into two or more parts
(reflecting different subjects and jurisdictions) and refer
each such part to a different subcommittee, or make such other
provisions as he or she considers appropriate.
Rule XI. Recommendation of Conferees
The Chair of the Committee shall recommend to the Speaker
as conferees the names of those members (1) of the majority
party selected by the Chair, and (2) of the minority party
selected by the ranking minority member of the Committee.
Recommendations of conferees to the Speaker shall provide a
ratio of majority party members to minority party members which
shall be no less favorable to the majority party than the ratio
for the Committee.
Rule XII. Oversight
(a) Purpose.--The Committee shall carry out oversight
responsibilities as provided in this rule in order to assist
the House in--
(1) its analysis, appraisal, and evaluation of--
(A) the application, administration,
execution, and effectiveness of the laws
enacted by the Congress; or
(B) conditions and circumstances which may
indicate the necessity or desirability of
enacting new or additional legislation; and
(2) its formulation, consideration, and enactment of
such modifications or changes in those laws, and of
such additional legislation, as may be necessary or
appropriate.
(b) Oversight Plan.--Not later than March 1 of the first
session of each Congress, the Chair shall submit to the
Committee on Oversight and Reform and the Committee on House
Administration its oversight plan for that Congress in
accordance with clause 2(d)(1) of Rule X of the Rules of the
House.
(c) Review of Laws and Programs.--The Committee and the
appropriate subcommittees shall cooperatively review and study,
on a continuing basis, the application, administration,
execution, and effectiveness of those laws, or parts of laws,
the subject matter of which is within the jurisdiction of the
Committee, and the organization and operation of the Federal
agencies and entities having responsibilities in or for the
administration and execution thereof, in order to determine
whether such laws and the programs thereunder are being
implemented and carried out in accordance with the intent of
the Congress and whether such programs should be continued,
curtailed, or eliminated. In addition, the Committee and the
appropriate subcommittees shall cooperatively review and study
any conditions or circumstances which may indicate the
necessity or desirability of enacting new or additional
legislation within the jurisdiction of the Committee (whether
or not any bill or resolution has been introduced with respect
thereto), and shall on a continuing basis undertake future
research and forecasting on matters within the jurisdiction of
the Committee.
(d) Review of Tax Policies.--The Committee and the
appropriate subcommittees shall cooperatively review and study
on a continuing basis the impact or probable impact of tax
policies affecting subjects within the jurisdiction of the
Committee.
Rule XIII. Review of Continuing Programs; Budget Act Provisions
(a) Ensuring Annual Appropriations.--The Committee shall,
in its consideration of all bills and joint resolutions of a
public character within its jurisdiction, ensure that
appropriations for continuing programs and activities of the
Federal Government and the District of Columbia government will
be made annually to the maximum extent feasible and consistent
with the nature, requirements, and objectives of the programs
and activities involved.
(b) Review of Multi-Year Appropriations.--The Committee
shall review, from time to time, each continuing program within
its jurisdiction for which appropriations are not made annually
in order to ascertain whether such program could be modified so
that appropriations therefore would be made annually.
(c) Views and Estimates.--In accordance with clause 4(f)(1)
of Rule X of the Rules of the House, the Committee shall submit
to the Committee on the Budget--
(1) its views and estimates with respect to all
matters to be set forth in the concurrent resolution on
the budget for the ensuing fiscal year which are within
its jurisdiction or functions; and
(2) an estimate of the total amount of new budget
authority, and budget outlays resulting therefrom, to
be provided or authorized in all bills and resolutions
within its jurisdiction which it intends to be
effective during that fiscal year.
(d) Budget Allocations.--As soon as practicable after a
concurrent resolution on the budget for any fiscal year is
agreed to, the Committee (after consulting with the appropriate
committee or committees of the Senate) shall subdivide any
allocations made to it in the joint explanatory statement
accompanying the conference report on such resolution, and
promptly report such subdivisions to the House, in the manner
provided by section 302 of the Congressional Budget Act of
1974.
(e) Reconciliation.--Whenever the Committee is directed in
a concurrent resolution on the budget to determine and
recommend changes in laws, bills, or resolutions under the
reconciliation process, it shall promptly make such
determination and recommendations, and report a reconciliation
bill or resolution (or both) to the House or submit such
recommendations to the Committee on the Budget, in accordance
with the Congressional Budget Act of 1974.
Rule XIX. Records
(a) Keeping of Records.--The Committee shall keep a
complete record of all Committee action which shall include--
(1) in the case of any meeting or hearing
transcripts, a substantially verbatim account of
remarks actually made during the proceedings, subject
only to technical, grammatical, and typographical
corrections authorized by the person making the remarks
involved; and
(2) a record of the votes on any question on which a
record vote is taken.
(b) Public Inspection.--The result of each such record vote
shall be made available by the Committee for inspection by the
public at reasonable times in the offices of the Committee.
Information so available for public inspection shall include a
description of the amendment, motion, order, or other
proposition and the name of each member voting for and each
member voting against such amendment, motion, order, or
proposition, and the names of those members present but not
voting.
(c) Property of the House.--All Committee records
(including hearings, data, charts, and files) shall be kept
separate and distinct from the congressional office records of
the member serving as Chair of the Committee; and such records
shall be the property of the House and all members of the House
shall have access thereto.
(d) Availability of Archived Records.--The records of the
Committee at the National Archives and Records Administration
shall be made available for public use in accordance with Rule
VII of the Rules of the House. The Chair shall notify the
ranking minority member of the Committee of any decision,
pursuant to clause 3(b)(3) or clause 4(b) of such rule, to
withhold a record otherwise available, and the matter shall be
presented to the Committee for a determination on written
request of any member of the Committee.
(e) Authority To Print.--The Committee is authorized to
have printed and bound testimony and other data presented at
hearings held by the Committee. All costs of stenographic
services and transcripts in connection with any meeting or
hearing of the Committee shall be paid as provided in clause
1(c) of Rule XI of the House.
Rule XV. Committee Budgets
(a) Biennial Budget.--The Chair, in consultation with the
chair of each subcommittee, the majority members of the
Committee, and the minority members of the Committee, shall,
for each Congress, prepare a consolidated Committee budget.
Such budget shall include necessary amounts for staff
personnel, necessary travel, investigation, and other expenses
of the Committee.
(b) Additional Expenses.--Authorization for the payment of
additional or unforeseen Committee expenses may be procured by
one or more additional expense resolutions processed in the
same manner as set out herein.
(c) Travel Requests.--The Chair or any chair of a
subcommittee may initiate necessary travel requests as provided
in Committee Rule XVII within the limits of the consolidated
budget as approved by the House and the Chair may execute
necessary vouchers thereof.
(d) Monthly Reports.--Once monthly, the Chair shall submit
to the Committee on House Administration, in writing, a full
and detailed accounting of all expenditures made during the
period since the last such accounting from the amount budgeted
to the Committee. Such report shall show the amount and purpose
of such expenditure and the budget to which such expenditure is
attributed. A copy of such monthly report shall be available in
the Committee office for review by members of the Committee.
Rule XVI. Committee Staff
(a) Appointment by Chair.--The Chair shall appoint and
determine the remuneration of, and may remove, the employees of
the Committee not assigned to the minority. The staff of the
Committee not assigned to the minority shall be under the
general supervision and direction of the Chair, who shall
establish and assign the duties and responsibilities of such
staff members and delegate such authority as he or she
determines appropriate.
(b) Appointment by Ranking Minority Member.--The ranking
minority member of the Committee shall appoint and determine
the remuneration of, and may remove, the staff assigned to the
minority within the budget approved for such purposes. The
staff assigned to the minority shall be under the general
supervision and direction of the ranking minority member of the
Committee who may delegate such authority as he or she
determines appropriate.
(c) Intention Regarding Staff.--It is intended that the
skills and experience of all members of the Committee staff
shall be available to all members of the Committee.
Rule XVII. Travel of Members and Staff
(a) Approval.--Consistent with the primary expense
resolution and such additional expense resolutions as may have
been approved, the provisions of this rule shall govern travel
of Committee members and staff. Travel to be reimbursed from
funds set aside for the Committee for any member or any staff
member shall be paid only upon the prior authorization of the
Chair. Travel shall be authorized by the Chair for any member
and any staff member in connection with the attendance of
hearings conducted by the Committee or any subcommittee and
meetings, conferences, and investigations which involve
activities or subject matter under the general jurisdiction of
the Committee. Before such authorization is given there shall
be submitted to the Chair in writing the following:
(1) The purpose of the travel.
(2) The dates during which the travel is to be made
and the date or dates of the event for which the travel
is being made.
(3) The location of the event for which the travel is
to be made.
(4) The names of members and staff seeking
authorization.
(b) Subcommittee Travel.--In the case of travel of members
and staff of a subcommittee to hearings, meetings, conferences,
and investigations involving activities or subject matter under
the legislative assignment of such subcommittee, prior
authorization must be obtained from the subcommittee chair and
the Chair. Such prior authorization shall be given by the Chair
only upon the representation by the chair of such subcommittee
in writing setting forth those items enumerated in
subparagraphs (1), (2), (3), and (4) of paragraph (a) and that
there has been a compliance where applicable with Committee
Rule VI.
(c) Travel Outside the United States.--
(1) In general.--In the case of travel outside the
United States of members and staff of the Committee or
of a subcommittee for the purpose of conducting
hearings, investigations, studies, or attending
meetings and conferences involving activities or
subject matter under the legislative assignment of the
Committee or pertinent subcommittee, prior
authorization must be obtained from the Chair, or, in
the case of a subcommittee from the subcommittee chair
and the Chair. Before such authorization is given there
shall be submitted to the Chair, in writing, a request
for such authorization. Each request, which shall be
filed in a manner that allows for a reasonable period
of time for review before such travel is scheduled to
begin, shall include the following:
(A) The purpose of the travel.
(B) The dates during which the travel will
occur.
(C) The names of the countries to be visited
and the length of time to be spent in each.
(D) An agenda of anticipated activities for
each country for which travel is authorized
together with a description of the purpose to
be served and the areas of Committee
jurisdiction involved.
(E) The names of members and staff for whom
authorization is sought.
(2) Initiation of requests.--Requests for travel
outside the United States may be initiated by the Chair
or the chair of a subcommittee (except that individuals
may submit a request to the Chair for the purpose of
attending a conference or meeting) and shall be limited
to members and permanent employees of the Committee.
(d) Reports by Members and Staff.--Within 15 legislative
days from the conclusion of any hearing, investigation, study,
meeting, or conference for which travel has been authorized
pursuant to this rule, each member and staff member involved in
such travel shall submit a written report to the Chair covering
the activities and other pertinent observations or information
gained as a result of such travel.
(e) Applicability of Laws, Rules, Policies.--Members and
staff of the Committee performing authorized travel on official
business shall be governed by applicable laws, resolutions, or
regulations of the House and of the Committees on House
Administration and Ethics pertaining to such travel, and by the
travel policy of the Committee.
Rule XVIII. Committee Panels
(a) Designation.--In accordance with clause 5(b)(2)(C) of
Rule X of the Rules of the House, the Chair of the Committee,
with the concurrence of the ranking minority member, may
designate a panel of the Committee consisting of members of the
Committee to inquire into and take testimony on a matter or
matters that fall within the jurisdiction of more than one
subcommittee and to report to the Committee.
(b) Duration.--No panel designated under paragraph (a)
shall continue in existence for more than six months after the
date of the designation.
(c) Party Ratios and Appointment.--The ratio of majority
members to minority members on a panel designated under
paragraph (a) shall be as close as practicable to the ratio of
the Full Committee. All majority members of the panels shall be
appointed by the Chair of the Committee, and all minority
members shall be appointed by the ranking minority member of
the Committee. The Chair of the Committee shall choose one of
the majority members so appointed to serve as Chair of the
panel. The ranking minority member of the Committee shall
similarly choose the ranking minority member of the panel.
(d) Ex Officio Members.--The Chair and ranking minority
member of the Committee may serve as ex-officio members of a
panel designated under paragraph (a). The Chair and ranking
minority member are authorized to vote on matters that arise
before the panel and shall be counted to satisfy the quorum
requirement for any purpose.
(e) Jurisdiction.--No panel designated under paragraph (a)
shall have legislative jurisdiction.
(f) Applicability of Committee Rules.--A panel designated
under paragraph (a) shall be subject to all Committee Rules
herein.
APPENDIX II--OVERSIGHT PLAN
In accordance with Rule XI, clause 1(2)(d)(1) which
requires each Committee to submit to the House of
Representatives not later than January 2, of each odd-numbered
year, a report on the activities of that committee under Rule X
and Rule XI during the Congress ending on January 3 of such
year. Clause 1(2)(d)(3) of Rule XI also requires that such
report include a summary of the action taken and
recommendations made with respect to each such plan; and a
summary of any additional oversight activities undertaken by
the Committee, and any recommendations made or actions taken
thereon.
Part A of this section contains the Committee on
Transportation and Infrastructure Oversight Plan for the 116th
Congress which the Full Committee considered and adopted by
voice vote on February 7, 2019, a quorum being present.
Part B of this section contains a summary of the actions
taken by the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure to
implement the Oversight Plan for the 116th Congress and the
recommendations made with respect to this plan. Part B also
contains a summary of the additional oversight activities
undertaken by the Committee, and the recommendations made or
actions taken thereon.
PART A
OVERSIGHT PLAN FOR THE COMMITTEE ON TRANSPORTATION AND INFRASTRUCTURE--
116TH CONGRESS
In accordance with Rule X of the House of Representatives,
the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure is
responsible for determining whether laws and programs within
its jurisdiction are being implemented according to
Congressional intent and whether they should be continued,
changed, or eliminated. In the 116th Congress, the Committee
will review the activities of government agencies and entities
within its jurisdiction and the public and private interests
they affect or regulate. As appropriate, the Committee will
investigate options to improve the overall performance and
operation of the agencies and entities it oversees, promote
reform and cost savings, and eliminate fraud, wasteful
spending, abuse, and mismanagement where possible. The
Committee will also evaluate the administration's yearly budget
requests with respect to programs and activities within the
Committee's jurisdiction. In all of its oversight activities,
the Committee will be guided by reference to the public
interest and will ensure that the agencies under its
jurisdiction remain accountable to the people of the United
States.
The oversight and investigation functions are vested at the
Full Committee level. Oversight and investigation activities
will be coordinated between the Full Committee and the
Subcommittees. This structure will facilitate oversight of
issues that cut across the jurisdiction of several
Subcommittees. The Committee will continue to exercise its
oversight duties through its own staff, as well as through work
performed at the Committee's request by the Government
Accountability Office (GAO) and the various Inspectors General
(IG) within their respective agencies and departments.
Oversight activities will include hearings, briefings,
correspondence, reports, media releases, and public statements.
The GAO provides Congress a biennial update on high-risk
programs, which are Federal programs and operations that the
GAO considers to be at high risk for waste, fraud, abuse,
mismanagement, or in need of broad reform. Consistent with the
Rules of the House of Representatives, the Committee will hold
hearings on the programs within the Committee's jurisdiction on
GAO's ``high-risk'' list. The rules also require the Committee
to hold at least one hearing every 120 days on ``waste, fraud,
abuse, or mismanagement in Government programs which that
committee may authorize.'' These hearings will focus on ``the
most egregious instances of waste, fraud, abuse, or
mismanagement,'' as documented by any report that the Committee
has received from an IG or GAO. Finally, the Committee will
hold hearings if any agency has received disclaimers on its
agency financial statements.
Subcommittee on Aviation
1. Implementation of the FAA Reauthorization Act of 2018
The FAA Reauthorization Act of 2018 (P.L. 115-254; FAARA)
was signed into law on October 5, 2018. This Act authorizes
funding for the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) through
fiscal year 2023, and contains numerous provisions to enhance
aviation safety; strengthen consumer protections for airline
passengers; support U.S. aviation manufacturing; improve
airport infrastructure; increase and develop the U.S. aviation
workforce; and advance the safe and efficient integration of
unmanned aircraft systems (UAS) into the National Airspace
System, among other things. The Subcommittee will closely
oversee the efforts of the FAA and the DOT to implement the
provisions of FAARA.
2. Implementation of the FAA Extension, Safety, and Security Act of
2016
The FAA Extension, Safety, and Security Act of 2016 (P.L.
114-190) was signed into law on July 15, 2016. This short-term
extension of FAA programs contained a number of safety-critical
and time-sensitive reforms, several of which the FAA has yet to
implement. The Subcommittee will continue to closely oversee
the FAA's efforts to implement the remaining mandates contained
in the Act.
3. Implementation of the FAA Modernization and Reform Act of 2012
The FAA Modernization and Reform Act of 2012 (P.L. 112-95;
FMRA) was signed into law on February 14, 2012. This Act
reformed and revised FAA safety programs, air traffic control
modernization efforts, and operations of the FAA. The
Subcommittee will continue to closely oversee the FAA's efforts
to implement the remaining mandates contained in the FMRA.
4. Safety Programs
During the last several Congresses, the Subcommittee held
numerous safety hearings and will continue its oversight in the
116th Congress. Maintaining a safe and efficient aviation
system is critical to the aviation industry, passengers, and
the U.S. economy, including job creation and U.S.
competitiveness in the global marketplace. Issues to be
addressed include: commercial airline safety, general aviation
safety, repair stations, the FAA's drug and alcohol and medical
testing programs, key safety agreements, the safe integration
of UAS and urban air mobility concepts, commercial space
transportation safety, pilot and controller training, airport
and runway safety, losses of separation between aircraft, the
FAA's enforcement and certification activities, the
transportation of hazardous materials and dangerous goods, and
the FAA's voluntary reporting and data-sharing and assessment
programs.
5. Investment in Aviation Infrastructure
America's airports are part of a global aviation system,
and as such they must remain safe and efficient in order to
compete as global hubs of air commerce. Over the next five
years, the FAA estimates a need for $35.1 billion in projects
eligible for Airport Improvement Program (AIP) grants--an
increase of seven percent (or $2.4 billion) since the agency's
2016 estimate. Congress has authorized $3.35 billion in annual
AIP funding since fiscal year 2012. The FAARA extended that
same authorization level through fiscal year 2023, meaning the
program will not have received additional funding for 12 years.
AIP grants meet approximately half of the FAA's identified
airport development needs. The statutorily-authorized passenger
facility charge (PFC) is a user fee that an airport sponsor,
subject to FAA-approval, may choose to levy on most enplaned
passengers. PFCs generated an additional $3.28 billion for
airport development in 2017. The PFC has been capped at $4.50
per segment and $18 per round trip since 2000. Given that
airports have capital needs and debt servicing costs beyond
those identified by the FAA, airports must supplement their AIP
grants and PFC receipts through other sources of revenue or
financing. The Subcommittee will conduct oversight regarding
airport financing and the FAA's administration of the AIP, and
will explore legislative options for increasing financial
investment in U.S. airport infrastructure, including possible
adjustments to the PFC.
6. Airline Competition, Financial Position, and Customer Service
The aviation marketplace has gone through many changes,
including a period of consolidation resulting in the four
largest U.S. carriers representing more than two-thirds of the
total U.S. domestic market. The Office of the Secretary within
the DOT is responsible for economic oversight of the airline
industry, including ensuring that air carriers do not engage in
unfair and deceptive practices and that certain business
agreements among air carriers do not result in harmful effects.
The Subcommittee will continue to examine opportunities to
improve the airline industry's competitiveness, review recently
established regulations to ensure the aviation system remains
safe and accessible to the traveling public, and provide
oversight of Congressionally-mandated consumer protections for
airline passengers.
7. U.S. Aviation Workforce
The U.S. aviation industry has identified projected
workforce shortages and experienced difficulties in recruiting
the next generation of aviation workers, including pilots,
flight attendants, maintenance technicians, and other aviation
professions. To ensure the U.S. remains competitive globally,
the Subcommittee will monitor the levels and anticipated levels
of employment in the aviation sector and explore ways to
encourage or facilitate the recruitment, development,
maintenance, and diversification of the U.S. aviation
workforce, while maintaining or improving aviation safety.
8. Oversight of the Commercial Space Industry
The mission of the FAA's Office of Commercial Space
Transportation is to ensure protection of the public, property,
and the national security and foreign policy interests of the
U.S. during commercial launch or reentry activities, and to
encourage, facilitate, and promote U.S. commercial space
transportation. The Subcommittee will continue to monitor the
status and future of the U.S. commercial space transportation
industry, efforts by the National Space Council to streamline
and reform current commercial space regulations, and the role
of the FAA in providing safety oversight of the industry.
9. Evaluation of FAA's Nextgen Air Traffic Control Modernization
The FAA is working to modernize the air traffic control
system through implementation of the Next Generation Air
Transportation System (NextGen). NextGen is intended to
increase airspace system efficiency; reduce noise exposure,
emissions, and fuel burn; improve safety; increase accuracy and
reliability in equipment and software used for navigation and
air traffic control; and maintain the capacity for future
technology enhancements. As the FAA works to implement NextGen,
the Subcommittee will continue to closely monitor and examine
the FAA's efforts to implement NextGen, including efforts to
establish performance metrics, meet deadlines, stay within
budget, ensure an appropriate level of aircraft equipage with
NextGen avionics, and pursue solutions to identified
challenges.
10. Cybersecurity of the National Airspace System
The FAA's modernization of air traffic control technology
and the aviation industry's increasing use of innovative new
technologies in its aircraft fleet necessitates robust aviation
cybersecurity efforts. Ensuring the cybersecurity of aviation
systems is of critical importance to the safety of aircraft.
The FAA Extension, Safety, and Security Act of 2016 directed
the FAA to implement a strategic framework for cybersecurity
and the FAARA requires the FAA to review and assess, and update
as appropriate, this strategic framework. The Subcommittee will
continue its oversight of the cybersecurity activities of the
FAA and other relevant stakeholders to ensure appropriate steps
are being taken to address cyber-threats, to confirm the FAA's
strategic framework for cybersecurity is effectively employed,
and to ensure that the supremacy of the FAA in aviation safety
matters is maintained.
11. Oversight of Implementation and Deployment of Counter-UAS Authority
Congress authorized the Department of Defense and
Department of Energy to operate counter-UAS equipment to
detect, interdict, or neutralize UAS that pose a threat to the
safety or security of certain facilities and assets in the U.S.
in the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) for Fiscal
Year 2017 (P.L. 114-328) and the NDAA for Fiscal Year 2018
(P.L. 115-91). The FAARA granted similar authority to the
Department of Justice, Department of Homeland Security, and
U.S. Coast Guard to deploy counter-UAS equipment to protect
critical assets and facilities within the agencies' purview.
The introduction of systems originally designed for use in
combat areas into the National Airspace System poses unique
safety challenges, particularly in complex or crowded airspace.
The Subcommittee will closely oversee the agencies'
implementation of their respective counter-UAS authorities to
ensure close and continued coordination with the FAA to reduce
impacts on U.S. airspace and to ensure the safety of civil
aviation.
12. National Transportation Safety Board
The FAARA also authorizes National Transportation Safety
Board programs through fiscal year 2022. The bill includes,
among other things, provisions aimed at improving transparency
of the Board's investigations and enhancing public
understanding of the Board's safety recommendations. The
Subcommittee will closely oversee the Board's efforts to
implement the provisions of the FAARA and evaluate whether the
changes to the Board's programs and practices achieve their
intended objectives.
Subcommittee on Coast Guard and Maritime Transportation
1. Maritime Budget Oversight
The Subcommittee has broad authority over the programs and
activities of the U.S. Coast Guard codified under titles 14 and
46 United States Code, and other statutes. The Frank LoBiondo
Coast Guard Authorization Act of 2018 (P.L. 115-282) authorized
discretionary Coast Guard funding levels of $10.06 billion in
fiscal year 2018 and $10.64 billion in fiscal year 2019. For
fiscal year 2019, funding for the Coast Guard Reserve and the
Coast Guard's environmental compliance and restoration
activities were consolidated within the overall operations
account to conform to the Department of Homeland Security (DHS)
budget requirements.
The Subcommittee also has jurisdiction also over the
Federal Maritime Commission (FMC) and the non-defense programs
of the Maritime Administration (MARAD). The FMC is responsible
for the economic regulation of U.S. waterborne foreign commerce
and unfair shipping practices. The MARAD oversees several
programs related to defense readiness, as well as programs
designed to promote and develop the domestic merchant marine
and shipbuilding industries. Title VII of P.L. 115-282
authorized funding for the FMC of $28.01 million in fiscal year
2018 and $28.54 million in fiscal year 2019. Regarding
authorized funding for the MARAD, subtitle A of title XXXV of
the John S. McCain National Defense Authorization Act for
Fiscal Year 2019 (P.L. 115-282) provided $840.2 million for
fiscal year 2019 to support all the MARAD's activities,
including $300 million for the program to recapitalize the
fleet of state maritime academy training vessels.
In the 116th Congress, the Subcommittee will hold hearings
on the President's fiscal year 2020 and 2021 budget requests
and consider legislation to authorize the Coast Guard for
fiscal years 2020 and 2021. The Subcommittee will continue its
efforts to explore options to improve Coast Guard operations,
to address the estimated $2.6 billion backlog in Coast Guard
unmet needs for shore side infrastructure and deferred
maintenance, and make improvements to laws governing maritime
transportation and the U.S. merchant marine. In addition, the
Subcommittee will continue to conduct oversight of the
functions and activities of the FMC and the MARAD, especially
the FMC's implementation of amendments to the Shipping Act
contained in title VII of P.L. 115-282, and the MARAD's
activities to promote job growth in the maritime and
shipbuilding sectors and expansion in the U.S. flag fleet.
2. Coast Guard Acquisitions
The Coast Guard is currently undergoing a major
recapitalization of its oceangoing assets. The recapitalization
will replace or modernize more than 90 ships and 200 aircraft
used to carry out the Service's missions beyond near coastal
waters. It will also replace antiquated command, control, and
communications systems. The program continues to face serious
challenges related to schedule and budget, although recent
appropriations bills have provided additional resources. The
longer these acquisition programs drag out, the longer existing
legacy assets must remain in service. In many cases, these
assets are at or well beyond their projected service lives and
are increasingly more difficult and expensive to maintain. The
Subcommittee is concerned that delays in new asset acquisition,
competing demands from shore side infrastructure and other
Coast Guard cutter capital needs--including recapitalization of
the Service's polar icebreaker fleet, and the cost of legacy
asset maintenance--threaten the ability of the Service to
complete this recapitalization and avoid serious gaps in
readiness and operational capability.
In the 116th Congress, the Subcommittee will continue to
review closely the ongoing programs of record, especially the
status of the $12.1 billion Offshore Patrol Cutter
acquisition--the most expensive segment. Notably, the
Subcommittee will examine what, if any, impact the substantial
damage to facilities at Eastern Shipbuilding caused by
Hurricane Michael when it made landfall at Panama City,
Florida, in October 2018, might have on the planned delivery
schedule of the lead ship. In addition, the Subcommittee will
consider what changes to these programs may be needed to ensure
that the men and women of the Coast Guard have the best
equipment possible at the best value for the taxpayer.
The Subcommittee will also examine how to meet the Coast
Guard's operating needs for which no program of record yet
exists.
3. Arctic
The U.S. Arctic, as defined in statute, include the U.S.
Exclusive Economic Zone (EEZ) north of the Aleutian Islands.
Three Arctic seas--the Bering, the Chukchi, and the Beaufort--
border Alaska. Historically, these seas have been frozen and
non-navigable for more than half the year. The U.S. Arctic
contains 568,000 square nautical miles (SNM) for which less
than half is considered ``navigationally significant.'' Vessel
traffic between the North Atlantic and the North Pacific
through the Arctic requires transit through the Bering Strait,
located along the U.S. boundary with Russia. The Coast Guard
has been gathering data on vessel transits in the U.S. Arctic
since 2008, and the Service uses the annual transit count as a
general indicator of Arctic vessel activity. In the past
decade, the overall trend is towards increasing maritime
activity. While all areas of the Arctic are seeing increased
vessel activity, the Northern Sea Route along the Eurasian
Arctic coast continues to account for the bulk of Arctic
shipping activity.
While U.S. agencies have a physical presence and
substantial interests in the Arctic, the Coast Guard's
experience, material assets, and installations located
throughout Alaska, establish it as a key maritime operational
presence in the U.S. Arctic. However, with no assets
permanently stationed in the Arctic, the Service must operate
seasonally, usually by employing mobile command and control
platforms and establishing seasonal air and communications
capabilities by deploying and/or leasing assets and facilities.
The Homeland Security Operational Analysis Center views this
strategy as inadequate. The Center identified four major gaps
in Coast Guard Arctic Capabilities, including unreliable
communications, lack of adequate maritime domain awareness,
scarcity of available assets and supporting infrastructure, and
institutional difficulty to identify, articulate, and close
capability gaps.
The Subcommittee remains concerned that the Coast Guard is
ill prepared to cope with current operational demands in the
Arctic, let alone react quickly should operational activities
in the region need to surge suddenly or if warming accelerates
at a rate more rapid than climate model projections. In the
116th Congress, the Subcommittee will continue its oversight of
maritime transportation related activities and challenges in
the evolving Arctic maritime environment; assess the practical
implications for U.S. security, maritime, and geopolitical
interests; and review the Coast Guard's 2018-2022 Strategic
Plan, and the Service's Arctic Strategy, to determine if the
potential for greater Arctic activity has been given
appropriate consideration.
4. Coast Guard Mission Balance/Performance
The Subcommittee continues to have concerns regarding the
Coast Guard's ability to carry out its traditional
transportation-related missions, including marine safety;
search and rescue; aids to navigation; living marine resources;
marine environmental protection; and ice operations. Since
September 11, 2001, significant additional resources have gone
to the Service's homeland security activities, including ports,
waterways, and coastal security; drug interdiction; migrant
interdiction; defense readiness; and other law enforcement.
Traditional transportation related missions, though they have
grown as maritime commerce has grown, have not fared as well
and have been under-resourced. Resources and man-hours devoted
to these missions remain well below pre-September 11, 2001,
funding levels, and in the case of marine safety, lack of
funding has substantially reduced the Service's core
competence.
In the 116th Congress, the Subcommittee will continue its
oversight of Coast Guard mission balance to ensure the Service
qualitatively and quantitatively reviews its many missions;
establishes and justifies performance measures; identifies and
responds to exigencies that divert resources among missions;
and plans how best to allocate limited resources appropriately
among its many missions.
5. Maritime Domain Awareness
The effort to know what is happening at all times on the
ocean, coastal and interior waters of the United States, and
aboard the vessels that transit in or through waters under U.S.
jurisdiction, is referred to as Maritime Domain Awareness
(MDA). The successful gathering, interpretation, and
distribution of MDA data is critical to promote and ensure
maritime safety, homeland security, and the efficiency and
reliability of the U.S. maritime supply chain.
The Coast Guard relies on several new and developing
technologies to acquire, manage, and disseminate interoperable
MDA information. The Subcommittee remains concerned with the
Coast Guard's apparent inability to assess, or disinterest in,
new technologies, such as unmanned autonomous aerial and
underwater vehicles, in order to acquire MDA information in a
more cost-effective manner with greater accuracy and
efficiency. As such, in the 115th Congress the Subcommittee
passed legislation directing the Coast Guard to establish a
Blue Technology Center of Expertise (title III of P.L. 115-265)
to promote awareness within the Coast Guard of the range and
diversity of Blue Technologies and their potential to enhance
Coast Guard mission readiness, operational performance, and
regulation of such technologies. Additionally, Congress
directed the Coast Guard in the Frank LoBiondo Coast Guard
Authorization Act of 2018 (section 812, P.L. 115-282) to enter
into an agreement with the National Academy of Sciences to
complete an assessment of available unmanned, autonomous, or
remotely controlled maritime domain awareness technologies for
use by the Coast Guard.
In the 116th Congress, the Subcommittee will continue its
oversight of the Service's ongoing efforts to assess, develop,
and implement new MDA technologies, including the Service's
progress in implementing the two new MDA initiatives passed by
the 115th Congress. The Subcommittee will continue its
oversight to ensure that Coast Guard operations utilize the
best available MDA information, and that MDA data are gathered
in a timely, reliable manner, to provide a high return on
investment for the taxpayer and maritime stakeholders.
6. Coast Guard Prevention and Response Activities
The Coast Guard plays major roles in response to oil spills
and natural disasters such as hurricanes and flood events. The
Service was the federal On-Scene Coordinator and National
Incident Commander for the 2010 DEEPWATER HORIZON spill in the
Gulf of Mexico. The Coast Guard was a first responder to
Hurricanes Katrina and Rita, which devastated New Orleans and
the Mississippi River Delta in 2005. In addition, in 2016 the
Coast Guard responded to severe flood events in Louisiana and
North Carolina, and more recently in 2017 the Coast Guard
responded to a series of three devastating hurricanes (Harvey,
Irma, and Maria) that ravaged portions of the Southeast United
States, Puerto Rico, and the U.S. Virgin Islands.
In addition, the Coast Guard enforces domestically the
implementation of the National Invasive Species Act, and
internationally, U.S. compliance with a convention to prevent
vessels from dumping invasive species inadvertently into U.S.
waters through the discharge of ballast water. Due to a 2008
federal court decision, discharge of ballast water and other
``discharges incidental to the normal operation of vessels''
such as bilge water, deck wash, and air conditioning
condensate, are now regulated under the Clean Water Act (CWA)
by the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). Title IX of P.L.
115-282 amended the CWA to establish a new comprehensive
authority to allow both the EPA and the Coast Guard to regulate
vessel discharges, finally providing a uniform national
standard for ballast water discharges in U.S. waters, including
the Great Lakes.
In the 116th Congress, the Subcommittee will conduct
oversight on the Coast Guard's crisis prevention and response
capabilities. Oil spills, natural disasters, and mass migration
events each can over-extend the Coast Guard's prevention and
response capabilities. The Subcommittee will conduct oversight
on Coast Guard prevention and response programs, including its
existing regulations authorizing the use of Alternative
Planning Criteria and adequacy and availability of response
assets identified in vessel response plans. The Subcommittee
also will work with the Water Resources and Environment
Subcommittee to conduct oversight of the EPA's and the Coast
Guard's implementation of the new vessel discharge authority.
Moreover, the Subcommittee will work to determine if existing
response vessel requirements included in vessel response plans
are sufficient to meet all contingencies, or whether there is a
need for further revisions to tighten requirements to protect
the marine environment.
7. Short Sea Shipping
Short sea shipping is the waterborne movement of commercial
freight between two ports in the U.S. or between ports in the
U.S. and Canada. At present, the most highly developed water
freight transportation systems in the U.S. operate on the
Mississippi River, the Great Lakes, and along the international
St. Lawrence Seaway, most often carrying agricultural products
and other raw bulk materials. However, the MARAD has found
these routes are under-utilized and carry approximately 13
percent of total freight tonnage in the U.S. By comparison,
nearly 70 percent of freight tonnage transported in the U.S.
travels across roadways. To promote short sea shipping in the
U.S., the Congress established the Marine Highway Program,
Chapter 556 of title 46, United States Code.
The Subcommittee continues to recognize that revitalization
of our marine highways has the potential to reduce congestion
on our highways, improve air quality, and create new maritime
industry jobs for Americans. Section 405 of the Coast Guard and
Maritime Transportation Act of 2012 (P.L. 112-213) expanded the
scope of the program beyond reducing landside congestion to
efforts that generate public benefits by increasing the
utilization or efficiency of domestic freight or passenger
transportation on Marine Highway Routes between U.S. ports. The
National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2016 (P.L.
114-92) expanded the definition of short sea shipping to
include additional discrete cargo types or freight vehicles
carried aboard commuter ferries.
The Subcommittee in the 116th Congress will examine
potential options for addressing factors inhibiting the cost-
competitiveness and expanded use of short sea shipping in the
United States. Further, the Subcommittee will evaluate how
marine highways could stimulate job creation for maritime
workers, both those who work on vessels or labor on the
waterfront.
8. Coast Guard Marine Safety Activities
The Coast Guard's Marine Board of Inquiry report detailing
the circumstances surrounding the October 1, 2015, sinking of
the U.S. flag commercial vessel EL FARO was scathing in its
criticism of the Coast Guard's failure to sustain its marine
safety proficiencies and policy framework to guarantee the
effectiveness of vessel inspections and surveys. Additionally,
the report documented problems with the Alternative Compliance
Program and the Service's growing reliance on the use of
classification societies to maintain surveys and inspections of
U.S. flag vessels. Congress enacted title II of S. 3508, the
Hamm Alert Maritime Safety Act of 2018 (P.L. 115-265), to make
several important maritime safety improvements. Provisions in
the bill drew from three principal sources: recommendations
contained in the Marine Board's report; recommendations
contained in a separate corollary report prepared by the
National Transportation Safety Board; and recommendations
contained in the Final Action Memorandum (FAM) issued by then-
Commandant, Admiral Paul F. Zukunft.
During the 116th Congress, the Subcommittee will conduct
oversight of the Coast Guard to determine the progress made in
implementing the Hamm Act and the recommendations contained in
the FAM. Additionally, the Subcommittee will want to assess the
Coast Guard's oversight of recognized organizations operating
on behalf of the Coast Guard under the Alternate Compliance
Program to determine if changes are required to ensure
accountability, transparency, and effectiveness in the
implementation and oversight of this delegated marine safety
function.
9. National Maritime Strategy
Section 603 of the Howard Coble Coast Guard and Maritime
Transportation Act of 2014 (P.L. 114-120) directed the
Secretary of Transportation, in consultation with the
Commandant of the Coast Guard, to develop and transmit to
Congress a National Maritime Strategy (Strategy) no later than
60 days after the date of enactment. The law directed this
comprehensive strategy to include recommendations to increase
the competitiveness and use of U.S.-flag vessels in the U.S.
foreign trade; enhance shipbuilding; ensure federal agency
compliance with cargo preference requirements; and increase the
use of short sea shipping in the United States. Congress is
still waiting to receive the Strategy. Per section 3513 of
subtitle A of title XXXV of P.L. 115-232, February 13, 2020, is
now the new deadline to submit a Strategy to Congress.
The Subcommittee in the 116th Congress will continue its
oversight of the MARAD and other agencies within the Committee
on the Marine Transportation System (established under 46
U.S.C. chapter 555), to ascertain the status of the
administration's development of a National Maritime Strategy.
In addition, the Subcommittee will seek to determine the
administration's timeline for completion. Moreover, the
Subcommittee will assess whether this strategy will promote and
expand economic opportunities for U.S.-flag carriers and
related marine industries and sustain a stable pool of U.S.
merchant mariners.
10. Status of the U.S. Merchant Marine
The Subcommittee remains concerned with the downward trend
in the number of licensed and unlicensed U.S. mariners and a
potential spike in attrition when many seafarers soon reach
retirement age. The recruitment, training, and retention of
credentialed U.S. mariners is necessary to not only maintain a
U.S. flag presence on the high seas and in the U.S. domestic
coastwise trade, but also to maintain a sufficient number of
seafarers to operate vessels deployed for military sealift
during times of national emergency.
In the 116th Congress, the Subcommittee will continue its
oversight of the issues involved in the current estimated
deficit of 1,800 licensed merchant mariners and explore
potential options to expand the U.S. maritime workforce. The
Subcommittee will also look at credentialing requirements for
U.S. seafarers, including recent Coast Guard enforcement of
mariner credential requirements for non-maritime, industrial
workers on vessels. Furthermore, the Subcommittee will continue
its oversight of the Administration's Military to Mariner
initiative to assess progress in building viable pathways for
separating service members within the commercial maritime
industry.
Subcommittee on Economic Development, Public Buildings, and Emergency
Management
1. Emergency Management
The Subcommittee will continue to examine and evaluate the
Nation's ability to prevent, prepare for, mitigate against,
respond to, and recover from disasters and emergencies of all
types including terrorism. In the 116th Congress, continued
oversight will be needed as states continue to be affected by
and recover from prior disasters. In addition, the Subcommittee
will continue its oversight of the Federal Emergency Management
Agency's (FEMA's) implementation of reforms and additional
authorities under the Disaster Recovery Reform Act (Division D
of P.L. 115-254), the Sandy Recovery Improvement Act of 2013
(P.L. 113-2), and the Post-Katrina Emergency Management Reform
Act of 2006 (P.L. 109-295).
The Subcommittee intends to continue its comprehensive
review and assessment of how federal disaster assistance has
evolved over the past several decades and its continued
effectiveness. The purpose is to examine how to make the U.S.
more resilient to future disasters in consideration of the
changing climate, which agencies provide assistance and how
that money is spent, what guidance or controls are in place for
the effective use of assistance, and the appropriate role for
federal, state, tribal, and local governments. The Subcommittee
will also examine FEMA's roles and authorities related to
earthquake hazards to ensure that the U.S. is prepared for the
risks that it faces.
2. Border Security
During the 114th Congress, the Subcommittee conducted
oversight of land ports of entry (LPOEs) construction and the
implementation of a Public Private Partnership program created
as part of the Fiscal Year 2014 Consolidated Appropriations Act
(P.L. 113-76). Additional legislation was moved to make changes
and modifications of that program in the 114th Congress. The
Subcommittee will continue its oversight of LPOE construction
projects, the implementation of the Public Private Partnership
program and examine additional ways in which private dollars
could be leveraged.
3. Leasing
During the 114th and 115th Congresses, the Subcommittee
held hearings and roundtables identifying the large number of
General Services Administration (GSA) leases expiring in the
next five years and examining the GSA's process for addressing
them. The GSA currently leases 195 million rentable square
feet--more than half of the GSA's total space inventory. The
cost of leasing space accounts for more than half of the GSA's
Federal Buildings Fund (FBF) annual expenses, totaling more
than $5.4 billion annually. Over the next five years, more than
50% of the GSA's leased space will expire, creating an
opportunity to significantly reduce leasing costs to the
taxpayer. The Subcommittee will continue its oversight of GSA
leasing and how it manages the replacement of expiring leases
with good deals for the taxpayer.
In the 114th Congress, the Subcommittee conducted oversight
by requesting a GAO review of agencies with independent leasing
authorities and holding a hearing focusing on how agencies with
such authorities were managing them. In addition, questions
about how the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) has used its
leasing authority resulted in the VA procurement of leases for
its outpatient clinics and centers through the GSA's leasing
authorities. In addition, other agencies with independent
leasing authorities have been found to have exceeded the
limitations of such authorities resulting in potential
violations of the Anti-Deficiency Act (ADA). Because of these
ongoing issues surrounding independent leasing authorities, the
Subcommittee will continue its oversight of leases and the use
of leasing authorities outside of the GSA.
4. Real Property Management
The management of federal real property has been on the
GAO's ``High Risk'' list since 2003 due to a number of
mismanagement issues including the overreliance on costly
leasing to meet long-term space needs and underused or vacant
space. In addition, with nearly half of the GSA's assets over
50 years old, the GSA has faced challenges maintaining a
balanced inventory, draining federal resources and costing more
to maintain old buildings that are often inefficient. While
commercial leasing may be advisable in many cases, the GSA is
often driven to costly operating leases when ownership may be
less costly to the taxpayer. The Office of Management and
Budget's (OMB's) budget scorekeeping rules are key drivers on
``own versus lease'' asset decision-making. Current budget
scorekeeping rules generally leave the GSA with only two
options for meeting the federal government's general purpose
space needs: direct appropriations for new construction or
long-term leases.
During the 114th and 115th Congresses, the Subcommittee
held roundtables and hearings on how public-private
partnerships could be used as alternative methods of financing
space. In addition, the Committee established a public private
partnership (P3) panel that explored the use of P3s across
various types of infrastructure, including public buildings.
The P3 Panel recommended, among other things: (1) review and
modify budgetary scoring rules for commercially leased office
space to enable operating lease treatment of long-term leases
and fixed-priced, below market purchase options; and (2) fully
utilize existing lease authorities and the OMB budgetary
scoring procedures to proceed with long-term ground lease and
lease back arrangements where the federal government retains
ownership of leasehold improvements at the end of the ground-
lease term. P3s can be one of the tools used to improve the
management of the Public Building Service real estate
portfolio.
In 2013, the OMB issued a directive to agencies called
``Freeze the Footprint'' and later modified the directive in
2015 to shrink the space footprint. That directive requires
agencies to reduce their amount of office and warehouse space
to FY2012 levels. The Subcommittee will continue to conduct
investigations and oversight of the GSA's management of its
real property portfolio and examine ways to ensure cost-
effective choices continue to be made. In addition, the
Subcommittee will work to ensure the GSA maximizes the
utilization of existing space, renegotiates existing leases to
reduce costs, and sells under-used or vacant properties, which
will generate revenue. Finally, the 114th Congress passed the
Federal Assets Sale and Transfer Act of 2016 (FASTA; P.L. 114-
287) which established a new, centralized process for disposing
of unneeded space in the federal real estate portfolio. The
Subcommittee will work to ensure the GSA works closely with the
Public Buildings Reform Board created by FASTA to help all
other federal agencies develop a list of disposal
recommendations, which could include the sale, transfer,
conveyance, consolidation, or outlease of any unneeded space.
The Subcommittee will also work to ensure other requirements
included in FASTA are appropriately implemented.
5. Capital Investment and Leasing Program (CILP)
As part of the Committee's annual work to review and
authorize the GSA's requests for authority to repair, alter,
construct, and lease property for use by federal agencies, the
Subcommittee will review each prospectus presented to the
Committee and recommend approval only after the Subcommittee is
satisfied that the requests are cost-effective and in the best
interest of the federal government. The Subcommittee will work
aggressively with the GSA and tenant agencies to shrink the
space footprint where appropriate.
6. Federal Courthouses
In June of 2010, the GAO issued a report on the federal
courthouse program and found that of the 33 courthouses built
since 2000, there was 3.56 million square feet of extra space,
costing the taxpayer $835 million plus $51 million annually to
operate and maintain. Since that time, the Judiciary has
developed a new review process to identify the need for new
courthouses. In 2013, the Committee requested the Judiciary
apply the new process to the courthouses on its 5-Year
Courthouse Plan. The Judiciary completed the process in late
2014 and issued an updated Plan in 2015. The Judiciary received
funding for courthouse construction for several projects in
fiscal years 2018 and 2019. The Judiciary is also in the
process of updating its Design Guide for courthouses which
could impact the cost and size of courthouses. The Subcommittee
will engage with the Judiciary during this process to ensure
such updates are appropriate. The Subcommittee will also
closely oversee the progress made on authorized courthouses to
ensure they are constructed within the limitations placed upon
them by the Committee, including courtroom sharing by judges
and staying below or within budget.
7. Federal Protective Service (FPS)
As a part of the Homeland Security Act of 2002 (P.L. 107-
296), the Federal Protective Service was transferred from the
Public Buildings Service of the GSA to the Department of
Homeland Security (DHS). However, responsibility for the
protection of federal buildings generally remains with the FPS
within the DHS. The Subcommittee will continue to monitor and
review the policies, procedures, and requirements of security
at public buildings. The Subcommittee will also continue to
monitor the use of the FPS's law enforcement authority,
including delegations of such authority to other agencies, to
ensure resources are appropriately focused on securing federal
buildings.
8. Major Development Projects
The Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) headquarters
consolidation project was authorized in the 114th Congress. The
Committee refused to provide the GSA and the FBI a blank check,
but set clear limitations on costs and other parameters to
ensure the project would meet the needs of the FBI, shrink its
space by 33 percent, and minimize costs to the taxpayer. The
project did not receive funding in the 115th Congress.
Subsequently, a new strategy to demolish and rebuild the
building at its current location in downtown Washington, D.C.
was provided to the Senate Committee on Environment and Public
Works, which was a departure from the original plan to locate
the FBI headquarters in the Washington, D.C. suburbs. The
Subcommittee plans to conduct oversight of the project to
ensure it remains as cost efficient as possible, is located in
a secure location, and results in a full consolidation of the
FBI headquarters.
The Subcommittee also plans to conduct close review and
oversight of several other major development projects,
including: (1) the development of the headquarters for the
Department of Homeland Security on the St. Elizabeths campus;
(2) redevelopment of the Department of Labor headquarters
building, particularly examining how the GSA is utilizing its
exchange authority in this context; and (3) the purchase of the
Department of Transportation Headquarters building.
9. Architect of the Capitol
The subcommittee will continue ongoing oversight of
projects being undertaken by the Architect of the Capitol
pursuant to the Master Plan for the Capitol Complex, including
renovation of the Cannon House Office building. Consistent
oversight will ensure proper prioritization and cost savings.
10. Smithsonian Institution Facilities
The Subcommittee will continue its oversight of projects
undertaken by the Smithsonian Institution, including the
renovation, acquisition, construction, and use of local and
remote museums, research, and storage facilities of the
Institution. The Subcommittee will continue to oversee cost-
effective solutions to the Smithsonian's space needs such as
leveraging private dollars and disposal or effective reuse of
underused assets.
11. John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts
As a part of its ongoing oversight of the Kennedy Center's
programs, the Subcommittee will regularly review the
construction, alteration, and modernization activities of the
Kennedy Center that are conducted using federal funds to ensure
appropriate management and cost savings.
12. Economic Development
In the 115th Congress, the Subcommittee worked to
reauthorize several of the economic development programs under
its jurisdiction. For the 116th Congress, the Subcommittee will
continue to work to reauthorize and enhance additional programs
to ensure these programs are targeted, effective, and remain
focused on their core missions. In addition, the Subcommittee
will continue its oversight of the disaster relief funds
appropriated for the Economic Development Administration
programs to assist communities impacted by disasters recover.
13. Old Post Office Building
The Subcommittee will examine how the GSA is addressing the
management and administration of the Old Post Office (OPO)
lease agreement with the Trump Old Post Office LLC in light of
the 2016 presidential election. The lease agreement contains a
clause that bars elected officials from being ``admitted to any
share or part of this Lease, or to any benefit that may arise
therefrom . . .''
For the past two years, the Subcommittee has engaged with
the GSA regarding how the agency addressed any potential
conflicts of interest associated with the lease agreement given
the election. These engagements with the GSA are ongoing and
the Subcommittee will continue to seek substantive information
regarding the lease agreement. The Subcommittee also plans to
continue to investigate and report on the GSA's management and
administration of the OPO lease agreement since the
presidential election.
Subcommittee on Highways and Transit
1. Surface Transportation Investment--Current and Future Needs
Bringing the Nation's crumbling transportation
infrastructure to a state of good repair, upgrading bridges,
improving road quality, addressing capacity needs, and ensuring
access to reliable transit options will require substantial
investment. According to the Department of Transportation
(DOT), we need to invest $1.7 trillion at all levels of
government over the next 10 years to bring roads, bridges, and
transit systems to a state of good repair and to expand
capacity. At the same time, transportation investments made
today must meet the needs of the future. This includes
utilizing new technologies and incorporating innovative
mobility solutions to move people and goods more safely and
efficiently. This also includes building stronger, more
resilient transportation networks to withstand rising sea
levels, the changing climate, and seismic events; and reducing
transportation greenhouse gas emissions. The Subcommittee will
probe surface transportation investment needs and emerging
policy areas in preparation for a long-term reauthorization
bill.
2. Sustainability of Surface Transportation Funding
Federal highway, highway safety, and public transportation
programs are funded through federal excise taxes levied on
motor fuels and on various highway-related products such as
tires and heavy trucks. Revenues from these user fees are
deposited into the Highway Trust Fund (HTF) and may be used
only for eligible transportation projects and activities. By
fiscal year 2021, revenues credited to the Highway Account and
Mass Transit Account of the HTF will be insufficient to meet
its obligations, according to projections by the Congressional
Budget Office. Congress has not raised the federal fuel tax in
25 years, and improved vehicle fuel efficiency has further
eroded federal revenues. Beginning in fiscal year 2008, this
combination has led to a gap in the HTF between revenues and
expenditures. As a result, Congress has transferred
approximately $144 billion from the general fund of the
Treasury and other sources into the HTF to maintain the
solvency of the HTF. The Subcommittee will continue to monitor
the status and solvency of the HTF, its ability to fund
currently authorized programs and to meet future surface
transportation investment needs, and examine other options to
provide robust funding to meet future needs.
3. Ensuring a Qualified Transportation Workforce
The Subcommittee will examine workforce trends in the
transportation and construction industries, as well as evaluate
policies to invest in human capital through worker training and
other programs within its jurisdiction to prepare the next
generation of transportation workers. As more automation occurs
in transportation, the Subcommittee will also monitor the
potential impact on workers that will be affected.
4. Restoring the Congressional Intent of the Capital Investment Grant
Program
The Fixing America's Surface Transportation Act (FAST Act;
P.L. 114-94) authorized $2.3 billion for each of fiscal years
2016-2020 for the Capital Investment Grant (CIG) program.
Recent presidential budget requests propose phasing out the CIG
program. Congress has rejected these proposals by continuing to
appropriate funding for the CIG program above the $2.3 billion
authorized amount. In addition, concerns have been raised about
the Federal Transit Administration's (FTA) implementation of
the CIG program. The Subcommittee will examine the FTA's
implementation of the CIG program to ensure that it adheres to
Congressional intent and examine concerns raised about that
implementation, including administrative delays and related
cost escalations.
5. Motor Carrier Oversight
The Subcommittee will monitor prominent motor carrier
issues including assessing the safety fitness of truck and bus
companies, compliance with hours of service regulations, and
will consider options to improve safety of commercial motor
vehicles. The Subcommittee will also examine issues related to
or affecting commercial motor vehicle drivers including
attracting and retaining qualified drivers, the impact of
congestion and detention time, and training requirements for
new drivers entering the industry.
6. Rolling Stock Procurement Reform
The Subcommittee will examine ways to improve the
procurement process for rolling stock with the goal of reducing
costs to enable taxpayer dollars to go further and expanding
the public benefits of the procurement process. Specifically,
the Subcommittee will examine Buy America requirements, explore
ways to assist small transit agencies with the procurement
process, and streamline the No/Low bus procurement process,
among other areas.
7. Improving the Safety of U.S. Roadways Which Endure 37,000 Fatalities
a Year
The National Priority Safety Programs provide grants to
eligible states in order to address specific highway safety
challenges such as impaired driving, pedestrian and bicycling
fatalities, and distracted driving and younger drivers. The
Subcommittee will examine the performance of each program and
consider changes to the programs to boost their effectiveness
at reducing fatalities.
8. FAST Act Implementation
The FAST Act, enacted on December 4, 2015, reauthorized
federal surface transportation programs through fiscal year
2020. In the 116th Congress, the Subcommittee will continue to
oversee implementation of the FAST Act by the DOT.
Subcommittee on Railroads, Pipelines, and Hazardous Materials
1. Rail Infrastructure and Safety Programs
The Passenger Rail Reform and Investment Act of 2015
(PRRIA), enacted as title XI of the FAST Act (P.L. 114-94),
reauthorized Amtrak and programs administered by the Federal
Railroad Administration (FRA). PRRIA restructured and
consolidated the grant programs administered by the FRA to
include Consolidated Rail Infrastructure and Safety Improvement
Grants for passenger and freight rail projects that improve
safety, reliability or efficiency; Federal Partnership for
State of Good Repair Grants for capital grants to reduce the
state-of-good-repair backlog for assets used to provide
intercity passenger rail service; and Restoration and
Enhancement Grants for operating assistance grants to initiate,
restore, or enhance intercity passenger rail service. PRRIA
authorized a total of $2.2 billion for these programs for
fiscal years 2016 through 2020. PRRIA also made several
improvements to the Railroad Rehabilitation and Improvement
Financing (RRIF) program, which provides long-term, low-
interest loans and loan guarantees for railroad-related
improvements. While this program is authorized to provide up to
$35 billion in lending, the FRA has executed only about $5.4
billion in loans; $29.6 billion is currently available in
credit authority. The Subcommittee will conduct oversight of
the grant and loan programs and the ongoing construction of
projects throughout the country as grantees build-out their
projects.
PRRIA also addressed the safety, efficiency, and
reliability of the rail industry. The Act included several
provisions to improve safety at highway-rail grade crossings,
including a requirement that all states develop highway-rail
grade crossing safety action plans. The Act emphasized the
safety of intercity passenger and commuter rail operations,
with requirements that carriers develop action plans to ensure
compliance with speed limits on curves and in bridges and
tunnels; that the Secretary of Transportation evaluate track
inspection regulations on high-density commuter railroad lines;
and that audio and image recording devices be installed in
passenger train locomotives. The Subcommittee will conduct
oversight of the FRA's safety programs and the changes enacted
as part of the Act.
The work at the FRA to implement the Rail Safety
Improvement Act of 2008 (P.L. 110-432) continues, in particular
the Act's requirement for the installation of positive train
control (PTC) systems by December 31, 2015, on rail routes
carrying passengers or poisonous or toxic-by-inhalation
hazardous materials.
In October 2015, the Positive Train Control Enforcement and
Implementation Act of 2015, enacted as part of the Surface
Transportation Extension Act of 2015 (P.L. 114-73), extended
the deadline for installation of PTC to December 31, 2018. At
the discretion of the Secretary of Transportation, the deadline
may be extended for individual railroads for up to two
additional years. The Act requires each rail carrier to report
annually to the DOT on its progress toward implementing PTC
systems. PRRIA also made available $199 million from the Mass
Transit Account of the Highway Trust Fund for discretionary
grants to public transit agencies and state and local
governments to assist them with the costs of installing PTC.
The Subcommittee will conduct oversight of the FRA's safety
programs, including the FRA's progress toward implementing the
requirements of the Rail Safety Improvement Act of 2008, grants
issued for implementation of PTC, and railroad progress toward
meeting the final deadline for implementation of PTC.
2. Amtrak
PRRIA reauthorized Amtrak, Amtrak's Office of the Inspector
General, and the Northeast Corridor Commission through fiscal
year 2020. The Act changed the authorization structure of
Amtrak by providing funding by ``lines of business''
(specifically the Northeast Corridor and the National Network)
rather than providing separate grants for operating and
capital/debt service activities. The Act also reformed Amtrak's
operations, budgeting, and planning processes to reflect the
lines-of-business approach. PRRIA also established a State-
Supported Route Advisory Committee to help remedy issues
pertaining to cost allocation on state-supported routes. The
Subcommittee will conduct oversight of Amtrak, Amtrak's Office
of the Inspector General, the Northeast Corridor Commission,
and the State-Supported Route Advisory Committee as well as
implementation of the 2008 and 2015 Acts.
3. Surface Transportation Board (STB)
The Surface Transportation Board Reauthorization Act of
2015 (P.L. 110-114) reauthorized the STB for the first time
since the agency was created in 1995. The Act expanded the
Board from three to five members; set expedited timetables for
consideration of rate complaints; authorized the STB to
initiate investigations on its own initiative; modified the
voluntary arbitration process for small rate disputes; and made
other changes to improve the STB's efficiency and
responsiveness. The Subcommittee will conduct oversight of the
STB and its implementation of the reauthorization Act.
4. Pipeline Safety Programs
Congress reauthorized the Pipeline and Hazardous Materials
Safety Administration's (PHMSA) pipeline safety program through
fiscal year 2019 in the Protecting our Infrastructure of
Pipelines and Enhancing Safety Act of 2016 (PIPES Act; P.L.
114-183). The PIPES Act will ensure the agency completes its
responsibilities under the Pipeline Safety, Regulatory
Certainty, and Job Creation Act of 2011; provided for a number
of assessments of the current safety program; included the
establishment of minimum standards for underground natural gas
storage systems and liquefied natural gas facilities; provided
the PHMSA with emergency order authority to impose emergency
restrictions, prohibitions, and safety measures on owners and
operators of pipeline facilities to abate imminent hazards; and
reformed the PHMSA to be a more dynamic, data-driven regulator.
The Subcommittee will conduct oversight of the Office of
Pipeline Safety at the PHMSA and its implementation of the 2016
and 2011 Acts.
5. Hazardous Materials Safety Programs
The Hazardous Material Transportation Safety Improvement
Act of 2015, enacted as Title VII of the FAST Act (P.L. 114-
94), reauthorized the hazardous materials safety program
administered by the PHMSA. The Act included a number of
provisions to enhance the safety of hazardous materials
transportation, with a significant focus on the transportation
of flammable liquids, including crude oil and ethanol, by rail.
The Act requires all new tank cars to be equipped with thermal
blankets and protection for top fittings; mandates that all
DOT-111 tank cars in flammable liquids service be retrofitted
in accordance with new DOT standards; requires railroads to
provide States and local responders with advanced notification
and information on high-hazard flammable trains; and authorizes
grant funding to assist communities in preparing for and
responding to hazardous materials accidents. The Subcommittee
will continue oversight of the PHMSA's hazardous materials
safety program.
Subcommittee on Water Resources and Environment
1. Clean Water Act and Water Infrastructure Programs
The Clean Water Act (CWA) was enacted in 1972 to ``restore
and maintain the chemical, physical, and biological integrity
of the Nation's waters.'' The CWA established the basic
structure for regulating the discharge of pollutants into the
waters of the U.S., provided the Environmental Protection
Agency (EPA) with authority to establish nationwide standards
for water pollution control programs that are implemented
either by the EPA or approved states, funded the construction
of wastewater treatment projects, and recognized the need to
address nonpoint sources of pollution.
While the CWA has made significant progress in addressing
water quality impairments, continued improvement of water
quality will likely require a combination of regulatory and
non-regulatory approaches, as well as continued investment in
the implementation of water quality-related and water
infrastructure programs. The Subcommittee's oversight will
focus on issues related to implementation of the CWA, both by
federal agencies and approved states, as well as the need for
additional water infrastructure investment.
The Subcommittee will conduct oversight of the
implementation of various regulatory and non-regulatory
programs under the CWA, including how the EPA and the Army
Corps of Engineers (Corps) implement and enforce these programs
in conjunction with approved states, and trends on the
effectiveness of the CWA to improve local water quality. This
includes oversight of issues involving the establishment and
implementation of water quality standards and total maximum
daily loads; the development and application of new or revised
effluent limitations; compliance with and enforcement of the
permitting programs of the CWA under section 402 (point source
discharges of pollutants under the National Pollutant Discharge
Elimination System (NPDES) permit program) and section 404
(permitting of discharges of dredged or fill materials); and
how the EPA and the Corps assert federal jurisdiction and make
jurisdictional determinations under the CWA. Oversight also
will include an examination of federal and state policies and
efforts to address the presence of nutrients, harmful algal
blooms, and other contaminants in waters under the CWA and
other federal statutes, the impact of CWA-associated releases
on waters that may be used as a source of drinking water as
well as combined and sanitary sewer overflows, stormwater,
certain agricultural activities, and nonpoint sources of
pollution.
Continued investments in U.S. water-related infrastructure
should: (1) prioritize the creation of American jobs and the
utilization of American-made products; (2) support a healthy
and sustainable economy and environment; and (3) protect public
health and safety. In furtherance of these points, the
Subcommittee will conduct oversight of wastewater treatment and
water pollution control funding issues, including levels and
sources of funding and management of grant and loan programs;
opportunities for utilities to increase their overall
efficiency and resiliency; wastewater security; and
infrastructure needs. The Subcommittee will also examine local
affordability concerns, including whether and how existing CWA
infrastructure financing authorities are utilized by different
types of communities, and whether additional federal resources
can and should be targeted to address local affordability
concerns. The Subcommittee may also examine how existing CWA
financing authorities serve to address the water infrastructure
needs of small, rural, tribal, and low-income communities.
Further, the Subcommittee will continue to review the EPA's
implementation of integrated approaches to municipal stormwater
and wastewater management through the EPA's integrated planning
approach framework, as well as on the utilization of green
infrastructure and nature-based approaches to addressing local
water quality concerns as well as other local quality-of-life
benefits. The Subcommittee may investigate whether non-
regulatory approaches, such as water quality trading and other
market-based approaches, and other innovative approaches
undertaken by state and local governments, could result in
improvements to the environment.
2. Army Corps of Engineers Water Resources Program
The Subcommittee will review efforts to improve the
efficiency and effectiveness of the civil works program of the
Corps, including the planning, authorization, and
implementation of water resources development projects, and the
Corps' efforts to improve the resiliency and sustainability of
civil works projects in the short- and long-term. The
Subcommittee will also examine the financing and maintenance of
harbor and inland waterways infrastructure and efforts towards
full-utilization of annual harbor maintenance trust fund
collections for the maintenance of large, medium, and small
(emerging) harbors; the backlog of uninitiated Corps
construction projects or deferred Corps maintenance projects;
and asset management of projects in the Corps' operation and
maintenance account, including existing and future levels of
service. The Subcommittee may review the effect of recent
changes in the process for funding the Corps' civil works
projects, including increased usage of non-federal sponsor
funds through advanced or contributed funds, or through use of
sections 203 and 204 of the Water Resources Development Act of
1986 (P.L. 99-662), on the Corps' civil works missions. The
Subcommittee will also review the Corps implementation of
provisions of recently enacted water resources development
acts, including the Water Resources Development Act of 2018
(P.L. 115-270).
Continued investments in U.S. water-related infrastructure
should: (1) prioritize the creation of American jobs and the
utilization of American-made products; (2) support a healthy
and sustainable economy and environment; and (3) protect public
health and safety. The Subcommittee will focus on getting
projects built efficiently, cost effectively, and in a
resilient and sustainable manner, delivering long-term project
benefits to the public while also ensuring compliance with
existing planning and environmental laws.
3. EPA--Superfund/Comprehensive Environmental Response, Compensation,
and Liability Act and Brownfields
The Superfund program under the Comprehensive Environmental
Response, Compensation, and Liability Act (CERCLA; P.L. 96-510)
is aimed at cleaning up land in the U.S. that has been
contaminated by hazardous waste and poses a risk to human
health and/or the environment. The Brownfields program was
authorized under the Brownfields Revitalization and
Environmental Restoration Act (title II of P.L. 107-118, which
amended CERCLA). The Brownfields program is aimed at enhancing
state, local, and private-sector cleanups of properties, the
redevelopment or reuse of which may be complicated by the
presence or potential presence of a contaminant. Unaddressed
brownfields and Superfund sites drive down property values and
tax revenues, pose potential human health concerns, and can
deter reinvestment in cities and towns. The Brownfields program
protects from Superfund liability many parties engaged in
voluntary brownfields cleanups, and supports state and local
brownfields assessment and cleanup activities, and state
voluntary cleanup programs. The Subcommittee's oversight will
focus on issues related to implementation of the Superfund and
Brownfields programs.
The Subcommittee will also review efforts to improve the
efficiency and effectiveness of the contaminated site cleanup
process, the process of assessing natural resources damages,
and the efforts to hold responsible parties accountable,
consistent with federal law. In addition, the Subcommittee will
review the liability, financing, and settlement mechanisms and
procedures under the current Superfund program, including the
relation of funding sources and levels for the Superfund and
Brownfields programs to current demands and needs. The
Subcommittee will continue reviewing implementation of the
EPA's brownfields program, including changes to the program
enacted in the BUILD Act (P.L. 115-141).
The Subcommittee also will review the role of the states in
conducting and financing cleanups, and review the relationships
among the states, the EPA, and other federal entities in
implementing the Superfund and Brownfields programs.
In addition, the GAO in 2017 added to its high-risk list
the U.S. Government's environmental liabilities for cleaning up
areas where Federal activities have contaminated the
environment.\2\ Various Federal laws, including the Superfund
law, agreements with States, and court decisions require the
Federal government to clean up environmental hazards at Federal
sites and facilities. According to GAO, in fiscal year 2016,
the Federal government's estimated environmental liability was
$447 billion; however, this estimate does not reflect all of
the future cleanup responsibilities Federal agencies may
face.\3\ The Committee will conduct oversight of the Federal
government's actions to assess, quantify, and address its
environmental liabilities as they relate to those Federal
agencies and laws under the jurisdiction of the Committee.
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Committees, High Risk Series: Progress on Many High-Risk Areas, While
Substantial Efforts Needed on Others (GAO-17-317, February 2017)
(available at https://www.gao.gov/products/GAO-17-317 and https://
www.gao.gov/assets/690/682765.pdf).
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4. Tennessee Valley Authority
The Subcommittee will review the management of the
Tennessee Valley Authority (TVA) and its programs, including
its energy program, operations in the current marketplace, its
long-term management of the TVA assets, properties, and
byproducts of energy generation, and the impact of the TVA debt
on its long-term goals. The Subcommittee may also examine
issues related to its management of the TVA workforce and the
TVA's responsibilities in meeting its employee pension and
retirement obligations.
5. Saint Lawrence Seaway Development Corporation
The Saint Lawrence Seaway Development Corporation (SLSDC)
is a wholly-owned government enterprise created in 1954 to
construct, operate, and develop jointly with Canada a seaway
between Montreal and Lake Erie. The SLSDC is operated under the
Secretary of Transportation's general direction and
supervision. The Subcommittee will review the overall
operations of the SLSDC, the management of commercial traffic
through the St. Lawrence Seaway in coordination with Canada's
Saint Lawrence Seaway Authority, and the progress made by the
SLSDC in meeting its 10-year asset renewal effort for U.S.-
controlled assets of the Seaway.
6. Natural Resources Conservation Service
The Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) of the
Department of Agriculture is authorized to give technical and
financial help to local organizations planning and carrying out
watershed projects for flood protection, agricultural water
management, recreation, municipal and industrial water supply,
and wildlife enhancement. The Subcommittee will review the
overall operations of the NRCS as they relate to implementation
of the Watershed and Flood Prevention programs and Watershed
Rehabilitation Program, which are under the jurisdiction of the
Subcommittee.
7. International Boundary and Water Commission
The International Boundary and Water Commission (IBWC) was
established in 1889 with the responsibility for applying the
boundary and water treaties between the U.S. and Mexico and
settling any disputes over their application. The body is
comprised of both U.S. and Mexican sections, headed by an
Engineer-Commissioner who is appointed by the President. The
U.S. Section is headquartered in El Paso, TX and operates under
the guidance of the State Department. The IBWC carries out, in
accordance with their governing treaties, the distribution,
regulation, and conservation of water in the Rio Grande and
Colorado Rivers for use by both countries; joint construction,
operations, and maintenance of international storage dams and
reservoirs; and hydroelectric plants, flood protection, and
sanitation projects for border water quality problems, as well
as demarcating the boundary between the U.S. and Mexico.
The Subcommittee will review the overall operations of the
IBWC, including its management of several flood damage
reduction and water supply infrastructure projects under the
authority of the Commission.
OVERSIGHT PLAN--MINORITY VIEWS
Although much of the Oversight Plan was developed in a
bipartisan manner, the Minority Members submit additional
minority views to clarify one aspect of the Oversight Plan with
regard to the Subcommittee on Highways and Transit,
specifically, the paragraph regarding ``Surface Transportation
Investment--Current and Future Needs.'' While the minority
agrees it is important to build stronger, more resilient
transportation networks, we do not agree with the specificity
of the purpose for doing so set forth by the majority. As we
seek to maximize scarce taxpayer resources, reduce future
costs, and ensure communities are able to re-build, the
minority continues to believe that building stronger, more
resilient transportation infrastructure is simply good
practice. With that, we submit the following modification to
the portion of the Oversight Plan which specifically addresses
work under the Subcommittee on Highways and Transit.
SUBCOMMITTEE ON HIGHWAYS AND TRANSIT
1. Surface Transportation Investment--Current and Future Needs
Bringing the Nation's crumbling transportation
infrastructure to a state of good repair, upgrading bridges,
improving road quality, addressing capacity needs, and ensuring
access to reliable transit options will require substantial
investment. According to the Department of Transportation
(DOT), we need to invest $1.7 trillion at all levels of
government over the next 10 years to bring roads, bridges, and
transit systems to a state of good repair and to expand
capacity. At the same time, transportation investments made
today must meet the needs of the future. This includes
utilizing new technologies and incorporating innovative
mobility solutions to move people and goods more safely and
efficiently. This also includes building stronger, more
resilient transportation networks. The Subcommittee will probe
surface transportation investment needs and emerging policy
areas in preparation for a long-term reauthorization bill.
PART B
Part B of this section contains a summary of the actions
taken by the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure to
implement the Oversight Plan for the 116th Congress and the
recommendations made with respect to this plan. Part B also
contains a summary of the additional oversight activities
undertaken by the Committee, and the recommendations made or
actions taken thereon.
Subcommittee on Aviation
1. Implementation of the FAA Reauthorization Act of 2018
On September 26, 2019, the Subcommittee on Aviation held a
hearing entitled ``A Work in Progress: Implementation of The
FAA Reauthorization Act of 2018.''
2. Implementation of the FAA Extension, Safety, and Security Act of
2016
On September 26, 2019, the Subcommittee on Aviation held a
hearing entitled ``A Work in Progress: Implementation of The
FAA Reauthorization Act of 2018.''
3. Implementation of the FAA Modernization and Reform Act of 2012
On September 26, 2019, the Subcommittee on Aviation held a
hearing entitled ``A Work in Progress: Implementation of The
FAA Reauthorization Act of 2018.''
4. Safety Programs
On May 15, 2019, the Subcommittee on Aviation held a
hearing entitled ``Status of the Boeing 737 MAX.''
On July 17, 2019, the Subcommittee on Aviation held a
hearing entitled ``State of Aviation Safety.''
On June 19, 2019, the Subcommittee on Aviation held a
hearing entitled ``Status of the Boeing 737 MAX: Stakeholder
Perspectives.''
5. Investment in Aviation Infrastructure
On March 26, 2019, the Full Committee held a hearing
entitled ``The Cost of Doing Nothing: Why Investment in Our
Nation's Airports Matter.''
6. Airline Competition, Financial Position, and Customer Service
On March 3, 2020, the Subcommittee on Aviation held a
hearing entitled ``The Airline Passenger Experience: What It Is
and What It Can Be.''
On November 14, 2019, the Subcommittee on Aviation held a
roundtable entitled ``From Curb to Gate and Back Again: The Air
Travel Experience for Persons with Disabilities.''
7. U.S. Aviation Workforce
On February 11, 2020, the Subcommittee on Aviation held a
hearing entitled ``Looking Forward: The Future of America's
Aviation Maintenance and Manufacturing Workforce.''
On January 15, 2020, the Subcommittee on Aviation held a
hearing entitled ``Oversight of Working Conditions for Airline
Ground Workers.''
8. Oversight of the Commercial Space Industry
On March 12, 2019, the Subcommittee on Aviation held a
hearing entitled ``Looking Forward: Aviation 2050.''
9. Evaluation of FAA's NextGen Air Traffic Control Modernization
On March 12, 2019, the Subcommittee on Aviation held a
hearing entitled ``Looking Forward: Aviation 2050.''
10. Cybersecurity of the National Airspace System
On March 12, 2019, the Subcommittee on Aviation held a
hearing entitled ``Looking Forward: Aviation 2050.''
11. Oversight of Implementation and Deployment of Counter-UAS Authority
On September 26, 2019, the Subcommittee on Aviation held a
hearing entitled ``A Work in Progress: Implementation of The
FAA Reauthorization Act of 2018.''
On March 12, 2019, the Subcommittee on Aviation held a
hearing entitled ``Looking Forward: Aviation 2050.''
12. National Transportation Safety Board
On July 17, 2019, the Subcommittee held a hearing entitled
``State of Aviation Safety.''
Subcommittee on Coast Guard and Maritime Transportation
1. Maritime Budget Oversight
On May 21, 2019, the Subcommittee on Coast Guard and
Maritime Transportation held a hearing entitled ``Review of
Fiscal Year 2020 Budget for the Coast Guard and Maritime
Transportation Programs.''
2. Coast Guard Acquisitions
On September 25, 2019, the Subcommittee on Coast Guard and
Maritime Transportation held a hearing entitled ``Coast Guard
and Port Infrastructure: Built to Last?''
3. Arctic
On May 8, 2019, the Subcommittee on Coast Guard and
Maritime Transportation held a hearing entitled ``The Cost of
Doing Nothing: Maritime Infrastructure Vulnerabilities in an
Emerging Arctic.''
4. Coast Guard Mission Balance/Performance
On June 4, 2019, the Subcommittee on Coast Guard and
Maritime Transportation held a hearing entitled ``Western
Hemisphere Drug Interdictions: Why Maintaining Coast Guard
Operations Matter.''
On June 19, 2019, the Subcommittee held a hearing entitled
``Short Sea Shipping: Rebuilding America's Maritime Industry.''
On March 10, 2020, the Subcommittee held a hearing entitled
``The International Role of the United State Coast Guard.''
5. Maritime Domain Awareness
On September 25, 2019, the Subcommittee on Coast Guard and
Maritime Transportation held a hearing entitled ``Coast Guard
and Port Infrastructure: Built to Last?''
On January 15, 2020, the Subcommittee on Coast Guard and
Maritime Transportation held a hearing entitled ``The Path to a
Carbon-Free Maritime Industry: Investments and Innovation.''
6. Coast Guard Prevention and Response Activities
On January 15, 2020, the Subcommittee on Coast Guard and
Maritime Transportation held a hearing entitled ``The Path to a
Carbon-Free Maritime Industry: Investments and Innovation.''
7. Short Sea Shipping
On June 19, 2019, the Subcommittee on Coast Guard and
Maritime Transportation held a hearing entitled ``Short Sea
Shipping: Rebuilding America's Maritime Industry.''
8. Coast Guard Marine Safety Activities
On November 14, 2019, the Subcommittee on Coast Guard and
Maritime Transportation held a hearing entitled ``Commercial
and Passenger Vessel Safety: Challenges and Opportunities.''
9. National Maritime Strategy
On March 6, 2019, the Subcommittee on Coast Guard and
Maritime Transportation held a hearing entitled ``U.S. Maritime
and Shipbuilding Industries: Strategies to Improve Regulation,
Economic Opportunities, and Competitiveness.''
On October 17, 2019, the Subcommittee on Coast Guard and
Maritime Transportation held a hearing entitled ``China's
Maritime Silk Road Initiative: Implications for the Global
Maritime Supply Chain.''
10. Status of the U.S. Merchant Marine
On May 8, 2020, the Members of the Committee conducted a
Member briefing entitled ``The Impacts of the COVID-19 Pandemic
on Maritime Transportation.''
On June 9, 2020, the Full Committee held a hearing entitled
``On the Front Lines: The Impact of COVID-19 on Transportation
Workers.''
Subcommittee on Economic Development, Public Buildings, and Emergency
Management
1. Emergency Management
On May 22, 2019, the Subcommittee on Economic Development,
Public Buildings, and Emergency Management held a hearing
entitled ``Disaster Preparedness: DRRA Implementation and FEMA
Readiness.''
On October 22, 2019, the Subcommittee on Economic
Development, Public Buildings, and Emergency Management held a
hearing entitled ``An Assessment of Federal Recovery Efforts
from Recent Disasters.''
On February 12, 2020, the Subcommittee on Economic
Development, Public Buildings, and Emergency Management held a
hearing entitled ``Animals in Disasters.''
On March 11, 2020, the Subcommittee on Economic
Development, Public Buildings, and Emergency Management held a
hearing entitled ``FEMA's Priorities for 2020 and Beyond:
Coordinating Mission and Vision.''
On July 28, 2020, the Subcommittee on Economic Development,
Public Buildings, and Emergency Management held a hybrid
hearing entitled ``Experiences of Vulnerable Populations During
Disaster.''
2. Border Security
The Committee intends to continue to examine this issue.
3. Leasing
On January 28, 2020, the Subcommittee on Economic
Development, Public Buildings, and Emergency Management held a
hearing entitled ``GSA Outleases and the Trump Old Post Office
Hotel.''
4. Real Property Management
On June 11, 2019, the Subcommittee on Economic Development,
Public Buildings, and Emergency Management held a hearing
entitled ``Efficiency and Resiliency in Federal Building Design
and Construction.''
5. Capital Investment and Leasing Program (CILP)
On June 11, 2019, the Subcommittee on Economic Development,
Public Buildings, and Emergency Management held a hearing
entitled ``Efficiency and Resiliency in Federal Building Design
and Construction.''
6. Federal Courthouses
The Committee intends to continue to examine this issue.
7. Federal Protective Service (FPS)
The Committee intends to continue to examine this issue.
8. Major Development Projects
On June 11, 2019, the Subcommittee on Economic Development,
Public Buildings, and Emergency Management held a hearing
entitled ``Efficiency and Resiliency in Federal Building Design
and Construction.''
9. Architect of the Capitol
The Committee intends to continue to examine this issue.
10. Smithsonian Institution Facilities
On November 13, 2019, the Subcommittee on Economic
Development, Public Buildings, and Emergency Management held a
hearing entitled ``Review of Smithsonian Institution Current
Facilities and Future Space Needs.''
11. John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts
The Committee intends to continue to examine this issue.
12. Economic Development
On April 9, 2019, the Subcommittee on Economic Development,
Public Buildings, and Emergency Management held a hearing
entitled ``Building Prosperity: EDA's Role in Economic
Development and Recovery.''
13. Old Post Office Building
On September 25, 2019, the Subcommittee on Economic
Development, Public Buildings, and Emergency Management held a
hearing entitled ``Landlord and Tenant: The Trump
Administration's Oversight of the Trump International Hotel
Lease.''
Subcommittee on Highways and Transit
1. Surface Transportation Investment--Current and Future Needs
On March 13, 2019, the Subcommittee on Highways and Transit
held a hearing entitled ``Aligning Federal Surface
Transportation Policy to Meet 21st Century Needs.''
On April 9, 2019, the Subcommittee on Highways and Transit
held a hearing entitled ``Every Life Counts: Improving the
Safety of Our Nation's Roadways.''
On June 12, 2019, the Subcommittee on Highways and Transit
held a hearing entitled ``Under Pressure: The State of Trucking
in America.''
On July 16, 2019, the Subcommittee on Highways and Transit
held a hearing entitled ``Oversight of the Federal Transit
Administration's Implementation of the Capital Investment Grant
Program.''
On July 25, 2019, the Subcommittee on Highways and Transit
held a hearing entitled ``Examining the Federal Role in
Improving School Bus Safety.''
On September 11, 2019, the Subcommittee on Highways and
Transit held a hearing entitled ``Pricing and Technology
Strategies to Address Congestion on and Financing of America's
Roads.''
On October 16, 2019, the Subcommittee on Highways and
Transit held a hearing entitled ``Examining the Future of
Transportation Network Companies: Challenges and
Opportunities.'' October 16, 2019.
On December 5, 2019, the Subcommittee on Highways and
Transit and the Subcommittee on Railroads, Pipelines, and
Hazardous Materials held a joint hearing entitled ``Where's My
Stuff?: Examining the Economic, Environmental, and Societal
Impacts of Freight Transportation.''
On February 6, 2020, the Subcommittee on Highways and
Transit held a hearing entitled ``Assessing the Transportation
Needs of Tribes, Federal Land Management Agencies, and U.S.
Territories.''
2. Sustainability of Surface Transportation Funding
On March 13, 2019, the Subcommittee on Highways and Transit
held a hearing entitled ``Aligning Federal Surface
Transportation Policy to Meet 21st Century Needs.''
On September 11, 2019, the Subcommittee on Highways and
Transit held a hearing entitled ``Pricing and Technology
Strategies to Address Congestion on and Financing of America's
Roads.''
3. Ensuring a Qualified Transportation Workforce
On June 12, 2019 the Subcommittee on Highways and Transit
held a hearing entitled ``Under Pressure: The State of Trucking
in America.''
4. Restoring the Congressional Intent of the Capital Investment Grant
Program
On July 16, 2019, the Subcommittee on Highways and Transit
held a hearing entitled ``Oversight of the Federal Transit
Administration's Implementation of the Capital Investment Grant
Program.''
On July 16, 2019, the Committee on Transportation and
Infrastructure Majority Staff released a report analyzing the
progress of the Capital Investment Grant Program under the
current Administration.
5. Motor Carrier Oversight
On June 12, 2019, the Subcommittee on Highways and Transit
held a hearing entitled ``Under Pressure: The State of Trucking
in America.''
6. Rolling Stock Procurement Reform
On May 16, 2019, the Full Committee held a hearing entitled
``The Impacts of State-Owned Enterprises on Public Transit and
Freight Rail Sectors.''
7. Improving the Safety of U.S. Roadways which Endure 37,000 Fatalities
a Year
On April 9, 2019, the Subcommittee on Highways and Transit
held a hearing entitled ``Every Life Counts: Improving the
Safety of Our Nation's Roadways.''
On July 25, 2019, the Subcommittee on Highways and Transit
held a hearing entitled ``Examining the Federal Role in
Improving School Bus Safety.''
8. Fast Act Implementation
On April 9, 2019, the Subcommittee on Highways and Transit
held a hearing entitled ``Every Life Counts: Improving the
Safety of Our Nation's Roadways.''
On June 12, 2019, the Subcommittee on Highways and Transit
held a hearing entitled ``Under Pressure: The State of Trucking
in America.''
On December 5, 2019, the Subcommittee on Highways and
Transit and the Subcommittee on Railroads, Pipelines, and
Hazardous Materials held a joint hearing entitled ``Where's My
Stuff?: Examining the Economic, Environmental, and Societal
Impacts of Freight Transportation.''
On February 6, 2020, the Subcommittee on Highways and
Transit held a hearing entitled ``Assessing the Transportation
Needs of Tribes, Federal Land Management Agencies, and U.S.
Territories.''
Subcommittee on Railroads, Pipelines, and Hazardous Materials
1. Rail Infrastructure and Safety Programs
On February 7, 2019, the Full Committee held a hearing
entitled ``The Cost of Doing Nothing: Why Investing in Our
Nation's Infrastructure Cannot Wait.''
On February 26, 2019, the Full Committee held a hearing
entitled ``Examining How Federal Infrastructure Policy Could
Help Mitigate and Adapt to Climate Change.''
On May 16, 2019, the Full Committee held a hearing entitled
``The Impacts of State-Owned Enterprises on Public Transit and
Freight Rail Sectors.''
On June 20, 2019, the Subcommittee on Railroads, Pipelines,
and Hazardous Materials held a hearing entitled ``The State of
the Rail Workforce.''
On September 24, 2019, the Subcommittee on Railroads,
Pipelines, and Hazardous Materials held a hearing entitled
``Challenges and Opportunities for Commuter Railroads.''
On December 5, 2019, the Subcommittee on Highways and
Transit and the Subcommittee on Railroads, Pipelines, and
Hazardous Materials held a hearing entitled ``Where's My
Stuff?: Examining the Economic, Environmental, and Societal
Impacts of Freight Transportation.''
On February 5, 2020, the Subcommittee on Railroads,
Pipelines, and Hazardous Materials held a hearing entitled
``Tracking Toward Zero: Improving Grade Crossing Safety and
Addressing Community Concerns.''
On March 24, 2020, the Subcommittee on Railroads,
Pipelines, and Hazardous Materials held a hearing entitled
``Funding a Robust Freight and Passenger Rail Network.''
2. Amtrak
On May 3, 2019, the Subcommittee on Highways and Transit
and the Subcommittee on Railroads, Pipelines, and Hazardous
Materials conducted a field roundtable entitled ``Gateway
Program.''
On November 13, 2019, the Subcommittee on Railroads,
Pipelines, and Hazardous Materials held a hearing entitled
``Amtrak Now and Into the Future.''
On March 24, 2020, the Subcommittee on Railroads,
Pipelines, and Hazardous Materials held a hearing entitled
``Funding a Robust Freight and Passenger Rail Network.''
On September 9, 2020, the Subcommittee on Railroads,
Pipelines, and Hazardous Materials held a hybrid hearing
entitled ``Amtrak's Response to COVID-19.''
3. Surface Transportation Board (STB)
On July 25, 2019, the Subcommittee on Railroads, Pipelines,
and Hazardous Materials conducted a roundtable entitled
``Railroad Shippers Roundtable.''
On November 18, 2020, the Subcommittee on Railroads,
Pipelines, and Hazardous Materials held a hybrid hearing
entitled ``Examining the Surface Transportation Board's Role in
Ensuring a Robust Passenger Rail System.''
4. Pipeline Safety Programs
On April 2, 2019, the Subcommittee on Railroads, Pipelines,
and Hazardous Materials held a hearing entitled ``Pipeline
Safety: Reviewing the Status of Mandates and Examining
Additional Safety Needs.''
5. Hazardous Materials Safety Programs
The Committee intends to continue to examine this issue.
Subcommittee on Water Resources and Environment
On March 31, 2020, the Subcommittee was scheduled to hold a
hearing on the President's Fiscal Year 2021 Budget request,
including receiving testimony from Acting Administrator of
EPA's Office of Land and Emergency Management; the President
and Chief Executive Officer of the Tennessee Valley Authority;
Administrator of the Saint Lawrence Seaway Development
Corporation; the Chief of the Natural Resources Conservation
Service; and the Commissioner of the International Boundary
Water Commission; however, the Budget hearing was postponed due
to the COVID-19 outbreak.
1. Clean Water Act and Water Infrastructure Programs
On March 7, 2019, the Subcommittee on Water Resources and
Environment held a hearing entitled ``The Clean Water State
Revolving Fund: How Federal Infrastructure Investment Can Help
Communities Modernize Water Infrastructure and Address
Affordability Challenges.''
On June 25, 2019, the Subcommittee on Water Resources and
Environment held a hearing entitled ``Protecting and Restoring
America's Iconic Waters.''
On September 12, 2019, the Chair of the Full Committee and
the Chair of the Subcommittee on Water Resources and
Environment released a Majority Staff report on actions
undertaken by the Trump administration related to
implementation and enforcement of the Clean Water Act.
On September 18, 2019, the Subcommittee on Water Resources
and Environment held a hearing entitled ``The Administration's
Priorities and Policy Initiatives Under the Clean Water Act.''
2. Army Corps of Engineers Water Resources Program
On July 10, 2019 the Subcommittee on Water Resources and
Environment held a hearing entitled ``Water Resources
Development Acts: Status of Implementation and Assessing Future
Needs.''
On October 19, 2019, the Subcommittee conducted a site
visit and held a roundtable in Islamorada, Florida, on
``America's Water Resources Infrastructure: Concepts for the
Next Water Resources Development Act.''
On November 19, 2019, the Subcommittee on Water Resources
and Environment held a hearing entitled ``Concepts for the Next
Water Resources Development Act: Promoting Resiliency of Our
Nation's Water Resources Infrastructure.''
On January 9, 2020, the Subcommittee on Water Resources and
Environment held a hearing entitled ``Proposals for a Water
Resources Development Act of 2020.''
On February 27, 2020, the Subcommittee on Water Resources
and Environment held a hearing entitled ``Proposals for a Water
Resources Development Act of 2020: Members' Day Hearing.''
On March 6, 2020, the Subcommittee conducted a site visit
and held a roundtable in Los Angeles, California, on
``America's Water Resources Infrastructure: Concepts for the
Next Water Resources Development Act (WRDA).''
3. EPA--Superfund/Comprehensive Environmental Response, Compensation,
and Liability Act and Brownfields
On October 23, 2019, the Subcommittee on Water Resources
and Environment held a hearing entitled ``The Pebble Mine
Project: Process and Potential Impacts.''
4. Tennessee Valley Authority
The Committee intends to continue to examine this issue.
5. Saint Lawrence Seaway Development Corporation
The Committee considered H.R. 4470, To rename the Saint
Lawrence Seaway Development Corporation the Great Lakes St.
Lawrence Seaway Development Corporation.
6. Natural Resources Conservation Service
The Committee intends to continue to examine this issue.
7. International Boundary and Water Commission
On February 5, 2020, the U.S. Government Accountability
Office (GAO) released a report requested by Members of Congress
on the U.S. Section of the International Boundary and Water
Commission's efforts to address water quality challenges along
the U.S. Mexico Border region.
APPENDIX III--MEMBERSHIP CHANGES
January 2019
On January 4, 2019, Mr. Peter A. DeFazio of Oregon was
elected as Chair and Mr. Sam Graves of Missouri as Ranking
Member pursuant to H. Res. 24 and H. Res. 25, respectively.
On January 17, 2019, the Democratic Members were elected to
the Committee pursuant to H. Res. 57. Republican Members were
elected to the Committee on January 23, 2019, pursuant to H.
Res. 68.
The Subcommittee assignments were agreed to at the Full
Committee Organizational Meeting held on February 7, 2019. The
Membership was as follows:
Full Committee
Peter A. DeFazio, Oregon, Chair
Sam Graves, Missouri, Ranking
Member
(37-30)
Don Young, Alaska Eleanor Holmes Norton, District of
Eric A. ``Rick'' Crawford, Arkansas Columbia
Bob Gibbs, Ohio Eddie Bernice Johnson, Texas
Daniel Webster, Florida Elijah E. Cummings, Maryland
Thomas Massie, Kentucky Rick Larsen, Washington
Mark Meadows, North Carolina Grace F. Napolitano, California
Scott Perry, Pennsylvania Daniel Lipinski, Illinois
Rodney Davis, Illinois Steve Cohen, Tennessee
Rob Woodall, Georgia Albio Sires, New Jersey
John Katko, New York John Garamendi, California
Brian Babin, Texas Henry C. ``Hank'' Johnson, Jr.,
Garret Graves, Louisiana Georgia
David Rouzer, North Carolina Andre Carson, Indiana
Mike Bost, Illinois Dina Titus, Nevada
Randy K. Weber, Sr., Texas Sean Patrick Maloney, New York
Doug LaMalfa, California Jared Huffman, California
Bruce Westerman, Arkansas Julia Brownley, California
Lloyd Smucker, Pennsylvania Frederica S. Wilson, Florida
Paul Mitchell, Michigan Donald M. Payne, Jr., New Jersey
Brian J. Mast, Florida Alan S. Lowenthal, California
Mike Gallagher, Wisconsin Mark DeSaulnier, California
Gary J. Palmer, Alabama Stacey E. Plaskett, Virgin Islands
Brian K. Fitzpatrick, Pennsylvania Stephen F. Lynch, Massachusetts
Jenniffer Gonzalez-Colon, Puerto RicoSalud O. Carbajal, California,
Troy Balderson, Ohio Vice Chair
Ross Spano, Florida Anthony G. Brown, Maryland
Pete Stauber, Minnesota Adriano Espaillat, New York
Carol D. Miller, West Virginia Tom Malinowski, New Jersey
Greg Pence, Indiana Greg Stanton, Arizona
Debbie Mucarsel-Powell, Florida
Lizzie Fletcher, Texas
Colin Z. Allred, Texas
Sharice Davids, Kansas
Abby Finkenauer, Iowa
Jesus G. Garcia, Illinois
Antonio Delgado, New York
Chris Pappas, New Hampshire
Angie Craig, Minnesota
Harley Rouda, California
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Subcommittee On Aviation
Rick Larsen, Washington, Chair
Garret Graves, Louisiana, Ranking
Member
(22-17)
Don Young, Alaska Andre Carson, Indiana
Daniel Webster, Florida Stacey E. Plaskett, Virgin Islands
Thomas Massie, Kentucky Stephen F. Lynch, Massachusetts
Scott Perry, Pennsylvania Eleanor Holmes Norton, District of
Rob Woodall, Georgia Columbia
John Katko, New York Daniel Lipinski, Illinois
David Rouzer, North Carolina Steve Cohen, Tennessee
Lloyd Smucker, Pennsylvania Henry C. ``Hank'' Johnson, Jr.,
Paul Mitchell, Michigan Georgia Dina Titus, Nevada
Brian J. Mast, Florida Julia Brownley, California
Mike Gallagher, Wisconsin Anthony G. Brown, Maryland
Brian K. Fitzpatrick, Pennsylvania Greg Stanton, Arizona
Troy Balderson, Ohio Colin Z. Allred, Texas
Ross Spano, Florida Jesus G. Garcia, Illinois
Pete Stauber, Minnesota Eddie Bernice Johnson, Texas
Sam Graves, Missouri (Ex Officio) Sean Patrick Maloney, New York
Donald M. Payne, Jr., New Jersey
Sharice Davids, Kansas, Vice Chair
Angie Craig, Minnesota
Grace F. Napolitano, California
Salud O. Carbajal, California
Peter A. DeFazio, Oregon (Ex
Officio)
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Subcommittee on Coast Guard and Maritime Transportation
Sean Patrick Maloney, New York,
Chair
Bob Gibbs, Ohio, Ranking Member
(9-7)
Don Young, Alaska Elijah E. Cummings, Maryland
Randy K. Weber, Sr., Texas Rick Larsen, Washington
Brian J. Mast, Florida Stacey E. Plaskett, Virgin Islands
Mike Gallagher, Wisconsin John Garamendi, California
Carol D. Miller, West Virginia Alan S. Lowenthal, California
Sam Graves, Missouri (Ex Officio) Anthony G. Brown, Maryland
Chris Pappas, New Hampshire, Vice
Chair
Peter A. DeFazio, Oregon (Ex
Officio)
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Subcommittee On Economic Development And Emergency Management
Dina Titus, Nevada, Chair
Mark Meadows, North Carolina,
Ranking Member
(9-6)
Gary J. Palmer, Alabama Debbie Mucarsel-Powell, Florida
Jenniffer Gonzalez Colon, Puerto RicoSharice Davids, Kansas
Carol D. Miller, West Virginia Eleanor Holmes Norton, District of
Greg Pence, Indiana Columbia
Sam Graves, Missouri (Ex Officio) Henry C. ``Hank'' Johnson, Jr.,
Georgia
John Garamendi, California
Anthony G. Brown, Maryland
Lizzie Fletcher, Texas, Vice Chair
Peter A. DeFazio, Oregon (Ex
Officio)
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Subcommittee On Highways And Transit
Eleanor Holmes Norton, District of
Columbia, Chair
Rodney Davis, Illinois, Ranking
Member
(31-25)
Don Young, Alaska Eddie Bernice Johnson, Texas
Eric A. ``Rick'' Crawford, Arkansas Steve Cohen, Tennessee
Bob Gibbs, Ohio John Garamendi, California
Daniel Webster, Florida Henry C. ``Hank'' Johnson, Jr.,
Thomas Massie, Kentucky Georgia
Mark Meadows, North Carolina Jared Huffman, California
Rob Woodall, Georgia Julia Brownley, California
John Katko, New York Frederica S. Wilson, Florida
Brian Babin, Texas Alan S. Lowenthal, California
David Rouzer, North Carolina Mark DeSaulnier, California
Mike Bost, Illinois Salud O. Carbajal, California
Doug LaMalfa, California Anthony G. Brown, Maryland
Bruce Westerman, Arkansas Adriano Espaillat, New York
Lloyd Smucker, Pennsylvania Tom Malinowski, New Jersey
Paul Mitchell, Michigan Greg Stanton, Arizona
Mike Gallagher, Wisconsin Colin Z. Allred, Texas
Gary J. Palmer, Alabama Sharice Davids, Kansas
Brian K. Fitzpatrick, Pennsylvania Abby Finkenauer, Iowa, Vice Chair
Troy Balderson, Ohio Jesus G. Garcia, Illinois
Ross Spano, Florida Antonio Delgado, New York
Pete Stauber, Minnesota Chris Pappas, New Hampshire
Carol D. Miller, West Virginia Angie Craig, Minnesota
Greg Pence, Indiana Harley Rouda, California
Sam Graves, Missouri (Ex Officio) Grace F. Napolitano, California
Albio Sires, New Jersey
Sean Patrick Maloney, New York
Donald M. Payne, Jr., New Jersey
Daniel Lipinski, Illinois
Dina Titus, Nevada
Stacey E. Plaskett, Virgin Islands
Peter A. DeFazio, Oregon (Ex
Officio)
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Subcommittee On Railroads, Pipelines, And Hazardous Materials
Daniel Lipinski, Illinois, Chair
Eric A. ``Rick'' Crawford,
Arkansas, Ranking Member
(19-15)
Scott Perry, Pennsylvania Albio Sires, New Jersey
Rodney Davis, Illinois Donald M. Payne, Jr., New Jersey
Brian Babin, Texas Lizzie Fletcher, Texas
Mike Bost, Illinois Elijah E. Cummings, Maryland
Randy K. Weber, Sr., Texas Andre Carson, Indiana
Doug LaMalfa, California Frederica S. Wilson, Florida
Lloyd Smucker, Pennsylvania Mark DeSaulnier, California
Paul Mitchell, Michigan Stephen F. Lynch, Massachusetts
Brian K. Fitzpatrick, Pennsylvania Tom Malinowski, New Jersey
Troy Balderson, Ohio Grace F. Napolitano, California
Ross Spano, Florida Steve Cohen, Tennessee
Pete Stauber, Minnesota Jesus G. Garcia, Illinois
Greg Pence, Indiana Eleanor Holmes Norton, District of
Sam Graves, Missouri (Ex Officio) Columbia
Eddie Bernice Johnson, Texas
Alan S. Lowenthal, California
Colin Z. Allred, Texas, Vice Chair
Angie Craig, Minnesota
Peter A. DeFazio, Oregon (Ex
Officio)
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Subcommittee On Water Resources And Environment
Grace F. Napolitano, California,
Chair
Bruce Westerman, Arkansas, Ranking
Member
(18-14)
Daniel Webster, Florida Debbie Mucarsel-Powell, Florida,
Thomas Massie, Kentucky Vice Chair
Rob Woodall, Georgia Eddie Bernice Johnson, Texas
Brian Babin, Texas John Garamendi, California
Garret Graves, Louisiana Jared Huffman, California
David Rouzer, North Carolina Alan S. Lowenthal, California
Mike Bost, Illinois Salud O. Carbajal, California
Randy K. Weber, Sr., Texas Adriano Espaillat, New York
Doug LaMalfa, California Lizzie Fletcher, Texas
Brian J. Mast, Florida Abby Finkenauer, Iowa
Gary J. Palmer, Alabama Antonio Delgado, New York
Jenniffer Gonzalez Colon, Puerto RicoChris Pappas, New Hampshire
Sam Graves, Missouri (Ex Officio) Angie Craig, Minnesota
Harley Rouda, California
Frederica S. Wilson, Florida
Stephen F. Lynch, Massachusetts
Tom Malinowski, New Jersey
Peter A. DeFazio, Oregon (Ex
Officio)
October--November 2019
On October 17, 2019, Mr. Elijah E. Cummings of Maryland
died in office. Mr. Conor Lamb of Pennsylvania was elected to
the Committee on November 19, 2019 pursuant to H. Res. 712. The
Committee appointed Mr. Lamb to the Subcommittees on November
20, 2019. The Membership of the Committee and its Subcommittees
was as follows:
Full Committee
Peter A. DeFazio, Oregon, Chair
Sam Graves, Missouri, Ranking
Member
(37-30)
Don Young, Alaska Eleanor Holmes Norton, District of
Eric A. ``Rick'' Crawford, Arkansas Columbia
Bob Gibbs, Ohio Eddie Bernice Johnson, Texas
Daniel Webster, Florida Rick Larsen, Washington
Thomas Massie, Kentucky Grace F. Napolitano, California
Mark Meadows, North Carolina Daniel Lipinski, Illinois
Scott Perry, Pennsylvania Steve Cohen, Tennessee
Rodney Davis, Illinois Albio Sires, New Jersey
Rob Woodall, Georgia John Garamendi, California
John Katko, New York Henry C. ``Hank'' Johnson, Jr.,
Brian Babin, Texas Georgia
Garret Graves, Louisiana andre Carson, Indiana
David Rouzer, North Carolina Dina Titus, Nevada
Mike Bost, Illinois Sean Patrick Maloney, New York
Randy K. Weber, Sr., Texas Jared Huffman, California
Texas Doug LaMalfa, California Julia Brownley, California
Bruce Westerman, Arkansas Frederica S. Wilson, Florida
Lloyd Smucker, Pennsylvania Donald M. Payne, Jr., New Jersey
Paul Mitchell, Michigan Alan S. Lowenthal, California
Brian J. Mast, Florida Mark DeSaulnier, California
Mike Gallagher, Wisconsin Stacey E. Plaskett, Virgin Islands
Gary J. Palmer, Alabama Stephen F. Lynch, Massachusetts
Brian K. Fitzpatrick, Pennsylvania Salud O. Carbajal, California,
Jenniffer Gonzalez Colon, Puerto RicoVice Chair
Troy Balderson, Ohio Anthony G. Brown, Maryland
Ross Spano, Florida Adriano Espaillat, New York
Pete Stauber, Minnesota Tom Malinowski, New Jersey
Carol D. Miller, West Virginia Greg Stanton, Arizona
Greg Pence, Indiana Debbie Mucarsel-Powell, Florida
Lizzie Fletcher, Texas
Colin Z. Allred, Texas
Sharice Davids, Kansas
Abby Finkenauer, Iowa
Jesus G. Garcia, Illinois
Antonio Delgado, New York
Chris Pappas, New Hampshire
Angie Craig, Minnesota
Harley Rouda, California
Conor Lamb, Pennsylvania
Subcommittee on Aviation
Rick Larsen, Washington, Chair
Garret Graves, Louisiana, Ranking
Member
(22-17)
Don Young, Alaska Andre Carson, Indiana
Daniel Webster, Florida Stacey E. Plaskett, Virgin Islands
Thomas Massie, Kentucky Stephen F. Lynch, Massachusetts
Scott Perry, Pennsylvania Eleanor Holmes Norton, District of
Rob Woodall, Georgia Columbia
John Katko, New York Daniel Lipinski, Illinois
David Rouzer, North Carolina Steve Cohen, Tennessee
Lloyd Smucker, Pennsylvania Henry C. ``Hank'' Johnson, Jr.,
Paul Mitchell, Michigan Georgia Dina Titus, Nevada
Brian J. Mast, Florida Julia Brownley, California
Mike Gallagher, Wisconsin Anthony G. Brown, Maryland
Brian K. Fitzpatrick, Pennsylvania Greg Stanton, Arizona
Troy Balderson, Ohio Colin Z. Allred, Texas
Ross Spano, Florida Jesus G. Garcia, Illinois
Pete Stauber, Minnesota Eddie Bernice Johnson, Texas
Sam Graves, Missouri (Ex Officio) Sean Patrick Maloney, New York
Donald M. Payne, Jr., New Jersey
Sharice Davids, Kansas, Vice Chair
Angie Craig, Minnesota
Grace F. Napolitano, California
Salud O. Carbajal, California
Peter A. DeFazio, Oregon (Ex
Officio)
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Subcommittee on Coast Guard and Maritime Transportation
Sean Patrick Maloney, New York,
Chair
Bob Gibbs, Ohio, Ranking Member
(9-7)
Don Young, Alaska Rick Larsen, Washington
Randy K. Weber, Sr., Texas Stacey E. Plaskett, Virgin Islands
Brian J. Mast, Florida John Garamendi, California
Mike Gallagher, Wisconsin Alan S. Lowenthal, California
Carol D. Miller, West Virginia Anthony G. Brown, Maryland
Sam Graves, Missouri (Ex Officio) Chris Pappas, New Hampshire, Vice
Chair
Conor Lamb, Pennsylvania
Peter A. DeFazio, Oregon (Ex
Officio)
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Subcommittee on Economic Development and Emergency Management
Dina Titus, Nevada, Chair
Mark Meadows, North Carolina,
Ranking Member
(9-6)
Gary J. Palmer, Alabama Debbie Mucarsel-Powell, Florida
Jenniffer Gonzalez Colon, Puerto RicoSharice Davids, Kansas
Carol D. Miller, West Virginia Eleanor Holmes Norton, District of
Greg Pence, Indiana Columbia
Sam Graves, Missouri (Ex Officio) Henry C. ``Hank'' Johnson, Jr.,
Georgia
John Garamendi, California
Anthony G. Brown, Maryland
Lizzie Fletcher, Texas, Vice
Chair
Peter A. DeFazio, Oregon (Ex
Officio)
Subcommittee on Highways and Transit
Eleanor Holmes Norton, District of
Columbia, Chair
Rodney Davis, Illinois, Ranking
Member
(31-25)
Don Young, Alaska Eddie Bernice Johnson, Texas
Eric A. ``Rick'' Crawford, Arkansas Steve Cohen, Tennessee
Bob Gibbs, Ohio John Garamendi, California
Daniel Webster, Florida Henry C. ``Hank'' Johnson, Jr.,
Thomas Massie, Kentucky Georgia
Mark Meadows, North Carolina Jared Huffman, California
Rob Woodall, Georgia Julia Brownley, California
John Katko, New York Frederica S. Wilson, Florida
Brian Babin, Texas Alan S. Lowenthal, California
David Rouzer, North Carolina Mark DeSaulnier, California
Mike Bost, Illinois Salud O. Carbajal, California
Doug LaMalfa, California Anthony G. Brown, Maryland
Bruce Westerman, Arkansas Adriano Espaillat, New York
Lloyd Smucker, Pennsylvania Tom Malinowski, New Jersey
Paul Mitchell, Michigan Greg Stanton, Arizona
Mike Gallagher, Wisconsin Colin Z. Allred, Texas
Gary J. Palmer, Alabama Sharice Davids, Kansas
Brian K. Fitzpatrick, Pennsylvania Abby Finkenauer, Iowa, Vice Chair
Troy Balderson, Ohio Jesus G. Garcia, Illinois
Ross Spano, Florida Antonio Delgado, New York
Pete Stauber, Minnesota Chris Pappas, New Hampshire
Carol D. Miller, West Virginia Angie Craig, Minnesota
Greg Pence, Indiana Harley Rouda, California
Sam Graves, Missouri (Ex Officio) Grace F. Napolitano, California
Albio Sires, New Jersey
Sean Patrick Maloney, New York
Donald M. Payne, Jr., New Jersey
Daniel Lipinski, Illinois
Dina Titus, Nevada
Stacey E. Plaskett, Virgin Islands
Peter A. DeFazio, Oregon (Ex
Officio)
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Subcommittee on Railroads, Pipelines, and Hazardous Materials
Daniel Lipinski, Illinois, Chair
Eric A. ``Rick'' Crawford,
Arkansas, Ranking Member
(19-15)
Scott Perry, Pennsylvania Albio Sires, New Jersey
Rodney Davis, Illinois Donald M. Payne, Jr., New Jersey
Brian Babin, Texas Lizzie Fletcher, Texas
Mike Bost, Illinois Andre Carson, Indiana
Randy K. Weber, Sr., Texas Frederica S. Wilson, Florida
Doug LaMalfa, California Mark DeSaulnier, California
Lloyd Smucker, Pennsylvania Stephen F. Lynch, Massachusetts
Paul Mitchell, Michigan Tom Malinowski, New Jersey
Brian K. Fitzpatrick, Pennsylvania Grace F. Napolitano, California
Troy Balderson, Ohio Steve Cohen, Tennessee
Ross Spano, Florida Jesus G. Garcia, Illinois
Pete Stauber, Minnesota Eleanor Holmes Norton, District of
Greg Pence, Indiana Columbia
Sam Graves, Missouri (Ex Officio) Eddie Bernice Johnson, Texas
Alan S. Lowenthal, California
Colin Z. Allred, Texas, Vice Chair
Angie Craig, Minnesota
Conor Lamb, Pennsylvania
Peter A. DeFazio, Oregon (Ex
Officio)
Subcommittee on Water Resources and Environment
Grace F. Napolitano, California,
Chair
Bruce Westerman, Arkansas, Ranking
Member
(18-14)
Daniel Webster, Florida Debbie Mucarsel-Powell, Florida,
Thomas Massie, Kentucky Vice Chair
Rob Woodall, Georgia Eddie Bernice Johnson, Texas
Brian Babin, Texas John Garamendi, California
Garret Graves, Louisiana Jared Huffman, California
David Rouzer, North Carolina Alan S. Lowenthal, California
Mike Bost, Illinois Salud O. Carbajal, California
Randy K. Weber, Sr., Texas Adriano Espaillat, New York
Doug LaMalfa, California Lizzie Fletcher, Texas
Brian J. Mast, Florida Abby Finkenauer, Iowa
Gary J. Palmer, Alabama Antonio Delgado, New York
Jenniffer Gonzalez Colon, Puerto RicoChris Pappas, New Hampshire
Sam Graves, Missouri (Ex Officio) Angie Craig, Minnesota
Harley Rouda, California
Frederica S. Wilson, Florida
Stephen F. Lynch, Massachusetts
Tom Malinowski, New Jersey
Peter A. DeFazio, Oregon (Ex
Officio)
February 26, 2020
On February 6, 2020, the Committee modified the Rules of
the Committee to increase the size and ratio of the
Subcommittee on Economic Development, Public Buildings, and
Emergency Management by one Member. On that same date Mr. John
Katko of New York was elected to the Subcommittee and named as
the Ranking Minority Member for the Subcommittee. The
Membership of the Committee and its Subcommittees was as
follows:
Full Committee
Peter A. DeFazio, Oregon, Chair
Sam Graves, Missouri, Ranking
Member
(37-30)
Don Young, Alaska Eleanor Holmes Norton, District of
Eric A. ``Rick'' Crawford, Arkansas Columbia
Bob Gibbs, Ohio Eddie Bernice Johnson, Texas
Daniel Webster, Florida Rick Larsen, Washington
Thomas Massie, Kentucky Grace F. Napolitano, California
Mark Meadows, North Carolina Daniel Lipinski, Illinois
Scott Perry, Pennsylvania Steve Cohen, Tennessee
Rodney Davis, Illinois Albio Sires, New Jersey
Rob Woodall, Georgia John Garamendi, California
John Katko, New York Henry C. ``Hank'' Johnson, Jr.,
Brian Babin, Texas Georgia
Garret Graves, Louisiana Andre Carson, Indiana
David Rouzer, North Carolina Dina Titus, Nevada
Mike Bost, Illinois Sean Patrick Maloney, New York
Randy K. Weber, Sr., Texas Jared Huffman, California
Doug LaMalfa, California Julia Brownley, California
Bruce Westerman, Arkansas Frederica S. Wilson, Florida
Lloyd Smucker, Pennsylvania Donald M. Payne, Jr., New Jersey
Paul Mitchell, Michigan Alan S. Lowenthal, California
Brian J. Mast, Florida Mark DeSaulnier, California
Mike Gallagher, Wisconsin Stacey E. Plaskett, Virgin Islands
Gary J. Palmer, Alabama Stephen F. Lynch, Massachusetts
Brian K. Fitzpatrick, Pennsylvania Salud O. Carbajal, California,
Jenniffer Gonzalez Colon, Puerto RicoVice Chair
Troy Balderson, Ohio Anthony G. Brown, Maryland
Ross Spano, Florida Adriano Espaillat, New York
Pete Stauber, Minnesota Tom Malinowski, New Jersey
Carol D. Miller, West Virginia Greg Stanton, Arizona
Greg Pence, Indiana Debbie Mucarsel-Powell, Florida
Lizzie Fletcher, Texas
Colin Z. Allred, Texas
Sharice Davids, Kansas
Abby Finkenauer, Iowa
Jesus G. Garcia, Illinois
Antonio Delgado, New York
Chris Pappas, New Hampshire
Angie Craig, Minnesota
Harley Rouda, California
Conor Lamb, Pennsylvania
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Subcommittee On Aviation
Rick Larsen, Washington, Chair
Garret Graves, Louisiana, Ranking
Member
(22-17)
Don Young, Alaska Andre Carson, Indiana
Daniel Webster, Florida Stacey E. Plaskett, Virgin Islands
Thomas Massie, Kentucky Stephen F. Lynch, Massachusetts
Scott Perry, Pennsylvania Eleanor Holmes Norton, District of
Rob Woodall, Georgia Columbia
John Katko, New York Daniel Lipinski, Illinois
David Rouzer, North Carolina Steve Cohen, Tennessee
Lloyd Smucker, Pennsylvania Henry C. ``Hank'' Johnson, Jr.,
Paul Mitchell, Michigan Georgia
Brian J. Mast, Florida Dina Titus, Nevada
Mike Gallagher, Wisconsin Julia Brownley, California
Brian K. Fitzpatrick, Pennsylvania Anthony G. Brown, Maryland
Troy Balderson, Ohio Greg Stanton, Arizona
Ross Spano, Florida Colin Z. Allred, Texas
Pete Stauber, Minnesota Jesus G. Garcia, Illinois
Sam Graves, Missouri (Ex Officio) Eddie Bernice Johnson, Texas
Sean Patrick Maloney, New York
Donald M. Payne, Jr., New Jersey
Sharice Davids, Kansas, Vice Chair
Angie Craig, Minnesota
Grace F. Napolitano, California
Salud O. Carbajal, California
Peter A. DeFazio, Oregon (Ex
Officio)
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Subcommittee on Coast Guard and Maritime Transportation
Sean Patrick Maloney, New York,
Chair
Bob Gibbs, Ohio, Ranking Member
(9-7)
Don Young, Alaska Rick Larsen, Washington
Randy K. Weber, Sr., Texas Stacey E. Plaskett, Virgin Islands
Brian J. Mast, Florida John Garamendi, California
Mike Gallagher, Wisconsin Alan S. Lowenthal, California
Carol D. Miller, West Virginia Anthony G. Brown, Maryland
Sam Graves, Missouri (Ex Officio) Chris Pappas, New Hampshire, Vice
Chair
Conor Lamb, Pennsylvania
Peter A. DeFazio, Oregon (Ex
Officio)
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Subcommittee on Economic Development and Emergency Management
Dina Titus, Nevada, Chair
John Katko, New York, Ranking
Member
(9-7)
Mark Meadows, North Carolina Debbie Mucarsel-Powell, Florida
Gary J. Palmer, Alabama Sharice Davids, Kansas
Jenniffer Gonzalez Colon, Puerto RicoEleanor Holmes Norton, District of
Carol D. Miller, West Virginia Columbia
Greg Pence, Indiana Henry C. ``Hank'' Johnson, Jr.,
Sam Graves, Missouri (Ex Officio) Georgia
John Garamendi, California
Anthony G. Brown, Maryland
Lizzie Fletcher, Texas, Vice Chair
Peter A. DeFazio, Oregon (Ex
Officio)
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Subcommittee on Highways and Transit
Eleanor Holmes Norton, District of
Columbia, Chair
Rodney Davis, Illinois, Ranking
Member
(31-25)
Don Young, Alaska Eddie Bernice Johnson, Texas
Eric A. ``Rick'' Crawford, Arkansas Steve Cohen, Tennessee
Bob Gibbs, Ohio John Garamendi, California
Daniel Webster, Florida Henry C. ``Hank'' Johnson, Jr.,
Thomas Massie, Kentucky Georgia
Mark Meadows, North Carolina Jared Huffman, California
Rob Woodall, Georgia Julia Brownley, California
John Katko, New York Frederica S. Wilson, Florida
Brian Babin, Texas Alan S. Lowenthal, California
David Rouzer, North Carolina Mark DeSaulnier, California
Mike Bost, Illinois Salud O. Carbajal, California
Doug LaMalfa, California Anthony G. Brown, Maryland
Bruce Westerman, Arkansas Adriano Espaillat, New York
Lloyd Smucker, Pennsylvania Tom Malinowski, New Jersey
Paul Mitchell, Michigan Greg Stanton, Arizona
Mike Gallagher, Wisconsin Colin Z. Allred, Texas
Gary J. Palmer, Alabama Sharice Davids, Kansas
Brian K. Fitzpatrick, Pennsylvania Abby Finkenauer, Iowa, Vice Chair
Troy Balderson, Ohio Jesus G. Garcia, Illinois
Ross Spano, Florida Antonio Delgado, New York
Pete Stauber, Minnesota Chris Pappas, New Hampshire
Carol D. Miller, West Virginia Angie Craig, Minnesota
Greg Pence, Indiana Harley Rouda, California
Sam Graves, Missouri (Ex Officio) Grace F. Napolitano, California
Albio Sires, New Jersey
Sean Patrick Maloney, New York
Donald M. Payne, Jr., New Jersey
Daniel Lipinski, Illinois
Dina Titus, Nevada
Stacey E. Plaskett, Virgin Islands
Peter A. DeFazio, Oregon (Ex
Officio)
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Subcommittee on Railroads, Pipelines, and Hazardous Materials
Daniel Lipinski, Illinois, Chair
Eric A. ``Rick'' Crawford,
Arkansas, Ranking Member
(19-15)
Scott Perry, Pennsylvania Albio Sires, New Jersey
Rodney Davis, Illinois Donald M. Payne, Jr., New Jersey
Brian Babin, Texas Lizzie Fletcher, Texas
Mike Bost, Illinois Andre Carson, Indiana
Randy K. Weber, Sr., Texas Frederica S. Wilson, Florida
Doug LaMalfa, California Mark DeSaulnier, California
Lloyd Smucker, Pennsylvania Stephen F. Lynch, Massachusetts
Paul Mitchell, Michigan Tom Malinowski, New Jersey
Brian K. Fitzpatrick, Pennsylvania Grace F. Napolitano, California
Troy Balderson, Ohio Steve Cohen, Tennessee
Ross Spano, Florida Jesus G. Garcia, Illinois
Pete Stauber, Minnesota Eleanor Holmes Norton, District of
Greg Pence, Indiana Columbia
Sam Graves, Missouri (Ex Officio) Eddie Bernice Johnson, Texas
Alan S. Lowenthal, California
Colin Z. Allred, Texas, Vice Chair
Angie Craig, Minnesota
Conor Lamb, Pennsylvania
Peter A. DeFazio, Oregon (Ex
Officio)
Subcommittee on Water Resources and Environment
Grace F. Napolitano, California,
Chair
Bruce Westerman, Arkansas, Ranking
Member
(18-14)
Daniel Webster, Florida Debbie Mucarsel-Powell, Florida,
Thomas Massie, Kentucky Vice Chair
Rob Woodall, Georgia Eddie Bernice Johnson, Texas
Brian Babin, Texas John Garamendi, California
Garret Graves, Louisiana Jared Huffman, California
David Rouzer, North Carolina Alan S. Lowenthal, California
Mike Bost, Illinois Salud O. Carbajal, California
Randy K. Weber, Sr., Texas Adriano Espaillat, New York
Doug LaMalfa, California Lizzie Fletcher, Texas
Brian J. Mast, Florida Abby Finkenauer, Iowa
Gary J. Palmer, Alabama Antonio Delgado, New York
Jenniffer Gonzalez Colon, Puerto RicoChris Pappas, New Hampshire
Sam Graves, Missouri (Ex Officio) Angie Craig, Minnesota
Harley Rouda, California
Frederica S. Wilson, Florida
Stephen F. Lynch, Massachusetts
Tom Malinowski, New Jersey
Peter A. DeFazio, Oregon (Ex
Officio)
March 31; July 15, 2020
On March 31, 2020, Mr. Mark Meadows of North Carolina
resigned as a Member of the House of Representatives, and on
July 1, 2020, Mr. Mike Garcia of California was elected to the
Committee filling the vacancy. The Committee adopted the
Subcommittee changes on July 15, 2020. The Membership of the
Committee and its Subcommittees was as follows:
Full Committee
Peter A. DeFazio, Oregon, Chair
Sam Graves, Missouri, Ranking
Member
(37-30)
Don Young, Alaska Eleanor Holmes Norton, District of
Eric A. ``Rick'' Crawford, Arkansas Columbia
Bob Gibbs, Ohio Eddie Bernice Johnson, Texas
Daniel Webster, Florida Rick Larsen, Washington
Thomas Massie, Kentucky Grace F. Napolitano, California
Scott Perry, Pennsylvania Daniel Lipinski, Illinois
Rodney Davis, Illinois Steve Cohen, Tennessee
Rob Woodall, Georgia Albio Sires, New Jersey
John Katko, New York John Garamendi, California
Brian Babin, Texas Henry C. ``Hank'' Johnson, Jr.,
Garret Graves, Louisiana Georgia
David Rouzer, North Carolina Andre Carson, Indiana
Mike Bost, Illinois Dina Titus, Nevada
Randy K. Weber, Sr., Texas Sean Patrick Maloney, New York
Doug LaMalfa, California Jared Huffman, California
Bruce Westerman, Arkansas Julia Brownley, California
Lloyd Smucker, Pennsylvania Frederica S. Wilson, Florida
Paul Mitchell, Michigan Donald M. Payne, Jr., New Jersey
Brian J. Mast, Florida Alan S. Lowenthal, California
Mike Gallagher, Wisconsin Mark DeSaulnier, California
Gary J. Palmer, Alabama Stacey E. Plaskett, Virgin Islands
Brian K. Fitzpatrick, Pennsylvania Stephen F. Lynch, Massachusetts
Jenniffer Gonzalez Colon, Puerto RicoSalud O. Carbajal, California,
Troy Balderson, Ohio Vice Chair
Ross Spano, Florida Anthony G. Brown, Maryland
Pete Stauber, Minnesota Adriano Espaillat, New York
Carol D. Miller, West Virginia Tom Malinowski, New Jersey
Greg Pence, Indiana Greg Stanton, Arizona
Mike Garcia, California Debbie Mucarsel-Powell, Florida
Lizzie Fletcher, Texas
Colin Z. Allred, Texas
Sharice Davids, Kansas
Abby Finkenauer, Iowa
Jesus G. Garcia, Illinois
Antonio Delgado, New York
Chris Pappas, New Hampshire
Angie Craig, Minnesota
Harley Rouda, California
Conor Lamb, Pennsylvania
Subcommittee On Aviation
Rick Larsen, Washington, Chair
Garret Graves, Louisiana, Ranking
Member
(22-17)
Don Young, Alaska Andre Carson, Indiana
Daniel Webster, Florida Stacey E. Plaskett, Virgin Islands
Thomas Massie, Kentucky Stephen F. Lynch, Massachusetts
Scott Perry, Pennsylvania Eleanor Holmes Norton, District of
Rob Woodall, Georgia Columbia
John Katko, New York Daniel Lipinski, Illinois
David Rouzer, North Carolina Steve Cohen, Tennessee
Lloyd Smucker, Pennsylvania Henry C. ``Hank'' Johnson, Jr.,
Paul Mitchell, Michigan Georgia
Brian J. Mast, Florida Dina Titus, Nevada
Mike Gallagher, Wisconsin Julia Brownley, California
Brian K. Fitzpatrick, Pennsylvania Anthony G. Brown, Maryland
Troy Balderson, Ohio Greg Stanton, Arizona
Ross Spano, Florida Colin Z. Allred, Texas
Pete Stauber, Minnesota Jesus G. Garcia, Illinois
Sam Graves, Missouri (Ex Officio) Eddie Bernice Johnson, Texas
Sean Patrick Maloney, New York
Donald M. Payne, Jr., New Jersey
Sharice Davids, Kansas, Vice Chair
Angie Craig, Minnesota
Grace F. Napolitano, California
Salud O. Carbajal, California
Peter A. DeFazio, Oregon (Ex
Officio)
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Subcommittee on Coast Guard and Maritime Transportation
Sean Patrick Maloney, New York,
Chair
Bob Gibbs, Ohio, Ranking Member
(9-7)
Don Young, Alaska Rick Larsen, Washington
Randy K. Weber, Sr., Texas Stacey E. Plaskett, Virgin Islands
Brian J. Mast, Florida John Garamendi, California
Mike Gallagher, Wisconsin Alan S. Lowenthal, California
Carol D. Miller, West Virginia Anthony G. Brown, Maryland
Sam Graves, Missouri (Ex Officio) Chris Pappas, New Hampshire, Vice
Chair
Conor Lamb, Pennsylvania
Peter A. DeFazio, Oregon (Ex
Officio)
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Subcommittee on Economic Development and Emergency Management
Dina Titus, Nevada, Chair
John Katko, New York, Ranking
Member
(9-7)
Gary J. Palmer, Alabama Debbie Mucarsel-Powell, Florida
Jenniffer Gonzalez Colon, Puerto RicoSharice Davids, Kansas
Carol D. Miller, West Virginia Eleanor Holmes Norton, District of
Greg Pence, Indiana Columbia
Mike Garcia, California Henry C. ``Hank'' Johnson, Jr.,
Sam Graves, Missouri (Ex Officio) Georgia
John Garamendi, California
Anthony G. Brown, Maryland
Lizzie Fletcher, Texas, Vice Chair
Peter A. DeFazio, Oregon (Ex
Officio)
Subcommittee on Highways and Transit
Eleanor Holmes Norton, District of
Columbia, Chair
Rodney Davis, Illinois, Ranking
Member
(31-25)
Don Young, Alaska Eddie Bernice Johnson, Texas
Eric A. ``Rick'' Crawford, Arkansas Steve Cohen, Tennessee
Bob Gibbs, Ohio John Garamendi, California
Daniel Webster, Florida Henry C. ``Hank'' Johnson, Jr.,
Thomas Massie, Kentucky Georgia
Rob Woodall, Georgia Jared Huffman, California
John Katko, New York Julia Brownley, California
Brian Babin, Texas Frederica S. Wilson, Florida
David Rouzer, North Carolina Alan S. Lowenthal, California
Mike Bost, Illinois Mark DeSaulnier, California
Doug LaMalfa, California Salud O. Carbajal, California
Bruce Westerman, Arkansas Anthony G. Brown, Maryland
Lloyd Smucker, Pennsylvania Adriano Espaillat, New York
Paul Mitchell, Michigan Tom Malinowski, New Jersey
Mike Gallagher, Wisconsin Greg Stanton, Arizona
Gary J. Palmer, Alabama Colin Z. Allred, Texas
Brian K. Fitzpatrick, Pennsylvania Sharice Davids, Kansas
Troy Balderson, Ohio Abby Finkenauer, Iowa, Vice Chair
Ross Spano, Florida Jesus G. Garcia, Illinois
Pete Stauber, Minnesota Antonio Delgado, New York
Carol D. Miller, West Virginia Chris Pappas, New Hampshire
Greg Pence, Indiana Angie Craig, Minnesota
Mike Garcia, California Harley Rouda, California
Sam Graves, Missouri (Ex Officio) Grace F. Napolitano, California
Albio Sires, New Jersey
Sean Patrick Maloney, New York
Donald M. Payne, Jr., New Jersey
Daniel Lipinski, Illinois
Dina Titus, Nevada
Stacey E. Plaskett, Virgin Islands
Peter A. DeFazio, Oregon (Ex
Officio)
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Subcommittee on Railroads, Pipelines, and Hazardous Materials
Daniel Lipinski, Illinois, Chair
Eric A. ``Rick'' Crawford,
Arkansas, Ranking Member
(19-15)
Scott Perry, Pennsylvania Albio Sires, New Jersey
Rodney Davis, Illinois Donald M. Payne, Jr., New Jersey
Brian Babin, Texas Lizzie Fletcher, Texas
Mike Bost, Illinois Andre Carson, Indiana
Randy K. Weber, Sr., Texas Frederica S. Wilson, Florida
Doug LaMalfa, California Mark DeSaulnier, California
Lloyd Smucker, Pennsylvania Stephen F. Lynch, Massachusetts
Paul Mitchell, Michigan Tom Malinowski, New Jersey
Brian K. Fitzpatrick, Pennsylvania Grace F. Napolitano, California
Troy Balderson, Ohio Steve Cohen, Tennessee
Ross Spano, Florida Jesus G. Garcia, Illinois
Pete Stauber, Minnesota Eleanor Holmes Norton, District of
Greg Pence, Indiana Columbia
Sam Graves, Missouri (Ex Officio) Eddie Bernice Johnson, Texas
Alan S. Lowenthal, California
Colin Z. Allred, Texas, Vice Chair
Angie Craig, Minnesota
Conor Lamb, Pennsylvania
Peter A. DeFazio, Oregon (Ex
Officio)
Subcommittee on Water Resources and Environment
Grace F. Napolitano, California,
Chair
Bruce Westerman, Arkansas, Ranking
Member
(18-14)
Daniel Webster, Florida Debbie Mucarsel-Powell, Florida,
Thomas Massie, Kentucky Vice Chair
Rob Woodall, Georgia Eddie Bernice Johnson, Texas
Brian Babin, Texas John Garamendi, California
Garret Graves, Louisiana Jared Huffman, California
David Rouzer, North Carolina Alan S. Lowenthal, California
Mike Bost, Illinois Salud O. Carbajal, California
Randy K. Weber, Sr., Texas Adriano Espaillat, New York
Doug LaMalfa, California Lizzie Fletcher, Texas
Brian J. Mast, Florida Abby Finkenauer, Iowa
Gary J. Palmer, Alabama Antonio Delgado, New York
Jenniffer Gonzalez Colon, Puerto RicoChris Pappas, New Hampshire
Sam Graves, Missouri (Ex Officio) Angie Craig, Minnesota
Harley Rouda, California
Frederica S. Wilson, Florida
Stephen F. Lynch, Massachusetts
Tom Malinowski, New Jersey
Peter A. DeFazio, Oregon (Ex
Officio)
December 15, 2020
On December 15, 2020, Mr. Paul Mitchell of Michigan
resigned as a Member of Republican Conference; Pursuant to
clause 5(b) of Rule X, Mr. Mitchell vacated his position on the
Committee. The Membership of the Committee and its
Subcommittees was as follows:
Full Committee
Peter A. DeFazio, Oregon, Chair
Sam Graves, Missouri, Ranking
Member
(37-30)
Don Young, Alaska Eleanor Holmes Norton, District of
Eric A. ``Rick'' Crawford, Arkansas Columbia
Bob Gibbs, Ohio Eddie Bernice Johnson, Texas
Daniel Webster, Florida Rick Larsen, Washington
Thomas Massie, Kentucky Grace F. Napolitano, California
Scott Perry, Pennsylvania Daniel Lipinski, Illinois
Rodney Davis, Illinois Steve Cohen, Tennessee
Rob Woodall, Georgia Albio Sires, New Jersey
John Katko, New York John Garamendi, California
Brian Babin, Texas Henry C. ``Hank'' Johnson, Jr.,
Garret Graves, Louisiana Georgia
David Rouzer, North Carolina Andre Carson, Indiana
Mike Bost, Illinois Dina Titus, Nevada
Randy K. Weber, Sr., Texas Sean Patrick Maloney, New York
Doug LaMalfa, California Jared Huffman, California
Bruce Westerman, Arkansas Julia Brownley, California
Lloyd Smucker, Pennsylvania Frederica S. Wilson, Florida
Brian J. Mast, Florida Donald M. Payne, Jr., New Jersey
Mike Gallagher, Wisconsin Alan S. Lowenthal, California
Gary J. Palmer, Alabama Mark Desaulnier, California
Brian K. Fitzpatrick, Pennsylvania Stacey E. Plaskett, Virgin Islands
Jenniffer Gonzalez-Colon, Puerto Rico tephen F. Lynch, Massachusetts
Troy Balderson, Ohio Salud O. Carbajal, California,
Ross Spano, Florida Vice Chair
Pete Stauber, Minnesota Anthony G. Brown, Maryland
Carol D. Miller, West Virginia Adriano Espaillat, New York
Greg Pence, Indiana Tom Malinowski, New Jersey
Mike Garcia, California Greg Stanton, Arizona
Vacancy Debbie Mucarsel-Powell, Florida
Lizzie Fletcher, Texas
Colin Z. Allred, Texas
Sharice Davids, Kansas
Abby Finkenauer, Iowa
Jesus G. Garcia, Illinois
Antonio Delgado, New York
Chris Pappas, New Hampshire
Angie Craig, Minnesota
Harley Rouda, California
Conor Lamb, Pennsylvania
Subcommittee on Aviation
Rick Larsen, Washington, Chair
Garret Graves, Louisiana, Ranking
Member
(22-17)
Don Young, Alaska Andre Carson, Indiana
Daniel Webster, Florida Stacey E. Plaskett, Virgin Islands
Thomas Massie, Kentucky Stephen F. Lynch, Massachusetts
Scott Perry, Pennsylvania Eleanor Holmes Norton, District of
Rob Woodall, Georgia Columbia
John Katko, New York Daniel Lipinski, Illinois
David Rouzer, North Carolina Steve Cohen, Tennessee
Lloyd Smucker, Pennsylvania Henry C. ``Hank'' Johnson, Jr.,
Brian J. Mast, Florida Georgia
Mike Gallagher, Wisconsin Dina Titus, Nevada
Brian K. Fitzpatrick, Pennsylvania Julia Brownley, California
Troy Balderson, Ohio Anthony G. Brown, Maryland
Ross Spano, Florida Greg Stanton, Arizona
Pete Stauber, Minnesota Colin Z. Allred, Texas
Vacancy Jesus G. Garcia, Illinois
Sam Graves, Missouri Eddie Bernice Johnson, Texas
(ex Officio) Sean Patrick Maloney, New York
Donald M. Payne, Jr., New Jersey
Sharice Davids, Kansas, Vice Chair
Angie Craig, Minnesota
Grace F. Napolitano, California
Salud O. Carbajal, California
Peter A. DeFazio, Oregon
(ex Officio)
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Subcommittee on Coast Guard and Maritime Transportation
Sean Patrick Maloney, New York,
Chair
Bob Gibbs, Ohio, Ranking Member
(9-7)
Don Young, Alaska Rick Larsen, Washington
Randy K. Weber, Sr., Texas Stacey E. Plaskett, Virgin Islands
Brian J. Mast, Florida John Garamendi, California
Mike Gallagher, Wisconsin Alan S. Lowenthal, California
Carol D. Miller, West Virginia Anthony G. Brown, Maryland
Sam Graves, Missouri Chris Pappas, New Hampshire, Vice
(ex Officio) Chair
Conor Lamb, Pennsylvania
Peter A. DeFazio, Oregon
(ex Officio)
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Subcommittee on Economic Development and Emergency Management
Dina Titus, Nevada, Chair
John Katko, New York, Ranking
Member
(9-7)
Gary J. Palmer, Alabama Debbie Mucarsel-Powell, Florida
Jenniffer Gonzalez Colon, Puerto Rico harice Davids, Kansas
Carol D. Miller, West Virginia Eleanor Holmes Norton, District of
Greg Pence, Indiana Columbia
Mike Garcia, California Henry C. ``Hank'' Johnson, Jr.,
Sam Graves, Missouri Georgia
(ex Officio) John Garamendi, California
Anthony G. Brown, Maryland
Lizzie Fletcher, Texas, Vice Chair
Peter A. DeFazio, Oregon
(ex Officio)
Subcommittee on Highways and Transit
Eleanor Holmes Norton, District of
Columbia, Chair
Rodney Davis, Illinois, Ranking
Member
(31-25)
Don Young, Alaska Eddie Bernice Johnson, Texas
Eric A. ``Rick'' Crawford, Arkansas Steve Cohen, Tennessee
Bob Gibbs, Ohio John Garamendi, California
Daniel Webster, Florida Henry C. ``Hank'' Johnson, Jr.,
Thomas Massie, Kentucky Georgia
Rob Woodall, Georgia Jared Huffman, California
John Katko, New York Julia Brownley, California
Brian Babin, Texas Frederica S. Wilson, Florida
David Rouzer, North Carolina Alan S. Lowenthal, California
Mike Bost, Illinois Mark DeSaulnier, California
Doug LaMalfa, California Salud O. Carbajal, California
Bruce Westerman, Arkansas Anthony G. Brown, Maryland
Lloyd Smucker, Pennsylvania Adriano Espaillat, New York
Paul Mitchell, Michigan Tom Malinowski, New Jersey
Mike Gallagher, Wisconsin Greg Stanton, Arizona
Gary J. Palmer, Alabama Colin Z. Allred, Texas
Brian K. Fitzpatrick, Pennsylvania Sharice Davids, Kansas
Troy Balderson, Ohio Abby Finkenauer, Iowa, Vice Chair
Ross Spano, Florida Jesus G. Garcia, Illinois
Pete Stauber, Minnesota Antonio Delgado, New York
Carol D. Miller, West Virginia Chris Pappas, New Hampshire
Greg Pence, Indiana Angie Craig, Minnesota
Mike Garcia, California Harley Rouda, California
Sam Graves, Missouri Grace F. Napolitano, California
(ex Officio) Albio Sires, New Jersey
Sean Patrick Maloney, New York
Donald M. Payne, Jr., New Jersey
Daniel Lipinski, Illinois
Dina Titus, Nevada
Stacey E. Plaskett, Virgin Islands
Peter A. DeFazio, Oregon
(ex Officio)
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Subcommittee on Railroads, Pipelines, and Hazardous Materials
Daniel Lipinski, Illinois, Chair
Eric A. ``Rick'' Crawford,
Arkansas, Ranking Member
(19-15)
Scott Perry, Pennsylvania Albio Sires, New Jersey
Rodney Davis, Illinois Donald M. Payne, Jr., New Jersey
Brian Babin, Texas Lizzie Fletcher, Texas
Mike Bost, Illinois Andre Carson, Indiana
Randy K. Weber, Sr., Texas Frederica S. Wilson, Florida
Doug LaMalfa, California Mark DeSaulnier, California
Lloyd Smucker, Pennsylvania Stephen F. Lynch, Massachusetts
Brian K. Fitzpatrick, Pennsylvania Tom Malinowski, New Jersey
Troy Balderson, Ohio Grace F. Napolitano, California
Ross Spano, Florida Steve Cohen, Tennessee
Pete Stauber, Minnesota Jesus G. Garcia, Illinois
Greg Pence, Indiana Eleanor Holmes Norton, District of
Vacancy Columbia
Sam Graves, Missouri Eddie Bernice Johnson, Texas
(ex Officio) Alan S. Lowenthal, California
Colin Z. Allred, Texas, Vice Chair
Angie Craig, Minnesota
Conor Lamb, Pennsylvania
Peter A. DeFazio, Oregon
(ex Officio)
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Subcommittee on Water Resources and Environment
Grace F. Napolitano, California,
Chair
Bruce Westerman, Arkansas, Ranking
Member
(18-14)
Daniel Webster, Florida Debbie Mucarsel-Powell, Florida,
Thomas Massie, Kentucky Vice Chair
Rob Woodall, Georgia Eddie Bernice Johnson, Texas
Brian Babin, Texas John Garamendi, California
Garret Graves, Louisiana Jared Huffman, California
David Rouzer, North Carolina Alan S. Lowenthal, California
Mike Bost, Illinois Salud O. Carbajal, California
Randy K. Weber, Sr., Texas Adriano Espaillat, New York
Doug LaMalfa, California Lizzie Fletcher, Texas
Brian J. Mast, Florida Abby Finkenauer, Iowa
Gary J. Palmer, Alabama Antonio Delgado, New York
Jenniffer Gonzalez Colon, Puerto RicoChris Pappas, New Hampshire
Sam Graves, Missouri Angie Craig, Minnesota
(ex Officio) Harley Rouda, California
Frederica S. Wilson, Florida
Stephen F. Lynch, Massachusetts
Tom Malinowski, New Jersey
Peter A. DeFazio, Oregon
(ex Officio)
APPENDIX IV--PUBLIC LAWS
116-9 S. 47, the John D. Dingell, Jr. Conservation,
Management, and Recreation Act To provide for
the management of the natural resources of the
United States, and for other purposes.
Section 9001 contains text of H.R. 1184.
Signed March 12, 2019
116-30 H.R. 866, the Fairness For Breastfeeding
Mothers Act of 2019
To provide a lactation room in public
buildings.
Signed July 25, 2019
116-38 S. 2249
To allow the Deputy Administrator of the
Federal Aviation Administration on the date of
enactment of this Act to continue to serve as
such Deputy Administrator.
Signed August 2, 2019
116-41 H.R. 2695
To rename the Success Dam in Tulare County,
California, as the Richard L. Schafer Dam.
Signed August 9, 2019
116 -48 H.R. 639
To amend section 327 of the Robert T. Stafford
Disaster Relief and Emergency Assistance Act
to clarify that National Urban Search and
Rescue Response System task forces may include
Federal employees.
Signed August 23, 2019
116-56 H.R. 3245, Restore the Harmony Way Bridge Act
To transfer a bridge over the Wabash River to
the New Harmony River Bridge Authority and the
New Harmony and Wabash River Bridge Authority,
and for other purposes.
Signed August 27, 2019
116-57 H.R. 831, Reviving America's Scenic Byways Act
of 2019
To direct the Secretary of Transportation to
request nominations for and make
determinations regarding roads to be
designated under the national scenic byways
program, and for other purposes.
Signed September 22, 2019
116-63 S. 1689
To permit States to transfer certain funds from
the clean water revolving fund of a State to
the drinking water revolving fund of the State
in certain circumstances, and for other
purposes
Signed October 4, 2019
116-69 H.R. 3055, Further Continuing Appropriations
Act, 2020, and Further Health Extenders Act of
2019
Making further continuing appropriations for
fiscal year 2020, and for other purposes.
Section 1702 contains H.R. 3612
Signed, November 21, 2019
116-92 S. 1790, the National Defense Authorization Act
for Fiscal Year 2020
To authorize appropriations for fiscal year
2020 for military activities of the Department
of Defense, for military construction, and for
defense activities of the Department of
Energy, to prescribe military personnel
strengths for such fiscal year, and for other
purposes.
Signed December 20, 2019
116-94 H.R. 1865, the Further Consolidated
Appropriations Act, 2020
Making further consolidated appropriations for
the fiscal year ending September 30, 2020, and
for other purposes.
Division P, Title VI contains text of H.R.
2197, the John F. Kennedy Center
Reauthorization Act of 2019
Signed December 20, 2019
116-113 H.R. 5430, the United States-Mexico-Canada
Agreement Implementation Act
To implement the Agreement between the United
States of America, the United Mexican States,
and Canada attached as an Annex to the
Protocol Replacing the North American Free
Trade Agreement
Signed January 29, 2020
116-136 H.R. 748, the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and
Economic Security Act.
To amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to
repeal the excise tax on high cost employer-
sponsored health coverage.
Section 14003 of Division B contains provisions
of H.R. 2440, the Full Utilization of the
Harbor Maintenance Trust Fund Act
Signed March 27, 2020
116-159 H.R. 8337, the Continuing Appropriations Act,
2021 and Other Extensions Act
Making continuing appropriations for fiscal
year 2021, and for other purposes.
Division B authorizes appropriations for
surface transportation accounts.
Signed October 1, 2020
116-190 S. 2638, the Friendly Airports for Mothers
Improvement Act
To amend title 49, United State Code, to
require small hub airports to construct areas
for nursing mothers, and for other purposes.
Signed, October 30, 2020
116-192 S. 4075, the Reinvigorating Lending for the
Future Act
To amend the Public Works and Economic
Development Act of 1965 to provide for the
release of certain Federal interests in
connection with certain grants under that Act.
Signed on October 30, 2020
116-193 S. 4762
To designate the airport traffic control tower
located at Piedmont Triad International
Airport in Greensboro, North Carolina, as the
``Senator Kay Hagan Airport Traffic Control
Tower''.
Signed, October 30, 2020
116-224 S. 1982
Save Our Seas 2.0 Act
To improve efforts to combat marine debris, and
for other purposes.
Signed, December 18, 2020
116-245 S. 4902
To designate the United States courthouse
located at 351 South West Temple in Salt Lake
City, Utah, as the ``Orrin G. Hatch United
States Courthouse''.
Signed, December 21, 2020
Measures Signed Into Law but not Assigned a Number
116-__ S. 1014
Route 66 Centennial Commission Act
To establish the Route 66 Centennial
Commission, to direct the Secretary of
Transportation to prepare a plan on the
preservation needs of Route 66, and for other
purposes.
Signed: December 23, 2020
116-__ H.R. 133
Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2021
To promote economic partnership and cooperation
between the United States and Mexico.
Signed: December 27, 2020
116-__ H.R. 6395
National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal
Year 2021
To authorize appropriations for fiscal year
2021 for military activities of the Department
of Defense and for military construction, to
prescribe military personnel strengths for
such fiscal year, and for other purposes.
House overrode the President's veto on December
28, 2020; the Senate overrode the President's
veto on January 1, 2021
116-__ S. 3418
Safeguarding Tomorrow through Ongoing Risk
Mitigation Act of 2020 or the STORM Act of
2020
To amend the Robert T. Stafford Disaster Relief
and Emergency Assistance Act to allow the
Administrator of the Federal Emergency
Management Agency to provide capitalization
grants to eligible entities to establish
revolving funds to provide assistance to
reduce disaster risks, and for other purposes.
Signed: January 1, 2021
Measures Expected to be Signed Into Law
116-__ H.R. 2502
Transparency in Federal Buildings Projects Act
of 2019
To amend title 40, United States Code, to
require certain prospectuses for public
buildings to be made publicly available, and
for other purposes.
Signed: __
116-__ H.R. 4031
Great Lakes Restoration Initiative Act of 2019
To amend the Federal Water Pollution Control
Act to reauthorize the Great Lakes Restoration
Initiative, and for other purposes.
Signed: __
116-__ H.R. 4044
Protect and Restore America's Estuaries Act
To amend the Federal Water Pollution Control
Act to reauthorize the National Estuary
Program, and for other purposes.
Signed: __
116-__ S. 979
Federal Advance Contracts Enhancement Act or
the FACE Act
To amend the Post-Katrina Emergency Management
Reform Act of 2006 to incorporate the
recommendations made by the Government
Accountability Office relating to advance
contracts, and for other purposes.
Signed: __
116-__ S. 1869
Secure Federal Leases from Espionage And
Suspicious Entanglements Act or the Secure
Federal LEASES Act
To require the disclosure of ownership of high-
security space leased to accommodate a Federal
agency, and for other purposes.
Signed: __
116-__ S. 2730
Drone Advisory Committee for the 21st Century
Act
To establish and ensure an inclusive and
transparent Drone Advisory Committee.
Signed: __
APPENDIX V--REPORTS
H. Rpt. 116-29 H.R. 639
To amend section 327 of the Robert T. Stafford
Disaster Relief and Emergency Assistance Act
to clarify that National Urban Search and
Rescue Response System task forces may include
Federal employees.
Filed April 2, 2019
H. Rpt. 116-30 H. Con. Res. 16
Authorizing the use of the Capitol Grounds for
the National Peace Officers Memorial Service
and the National Honor Guard and Pipe Band
Exhibition.
Filed April 2, 2019
H. Rpt. 116-31 H. Con. Res. 19
Authorizing the use of the Capitol Grounds for
the Greater Washington Soap Box Derby.
Filed April 2, 2019
H. Rpt. 116-36 H.R. 1331
Local Water Protection Act
To amend the Federal Water Pollution Control
Act to reauthorize certain programs relating
to nonpoint source management, and for other
purposes.
Filed April 8, 2019
H. Rpt. 116-66, Pt. I H.R. 1318
To direct the Librarian of Congress to obtain a
stained glass panel depicting the seal of the
District of Columbia and install the panel
among the stained glass panels depicting the
seals of States which overlook the Main
Reading Room of the Library of Congress Thomas
Jefferson Building.
Filed May 16, 2019
H. Rpt. 116-67 H.R. 1775
Notice to Airmen Improvement Act of 2019
To establish a task force on NOTAM
improvements, and for other purposes.
Filed May 16, 2019
H. Rpt. 116-85 H.R. 1322
To require a report on the effects of climate
change on the Coast Guard, and for other
purposes.
Filed May 24, 2019
H. Rpt. 116-110, Pt. I H.R. 367
Pay Our Coast Guard Parity Act of 2019
Making appropriations for Coast Guard pay in
the event an appropriations Act expires before
the enactment of a new appropriations Act.
Filed June 11, 2019
H. Rpt. 116-136, Pt. I H. R. 2440
Full Utilization of the Harbor Maintenance
Trust Fund Act
To provide for the use of funds in the Harbor
Maintenance Trust Fund for the purposes for
which the funds were collected and to ensure
that funds credited to the Harbor Maintenance
Trust Fund are used to support navigation, and
for other purposes.
Filed July 2, 2019
H. Rpt. 116-145 H.R. 1306
Federal Disaster Assistance Coordination Act
To amend the Disaster Recovery Reform Act to
develop a study regarding streamlining and
consolidating information collection and
preliminary damage assessments, and for other
purposes.
Filed July 11, 2019
H. Rpt. 116-146 H.R. 1311
To amend the Robert T. Stafford Disaster Relief
and Emergency Assistance Act to ensure that
unmet needs after a major disaster are met.
Filed July 11, 2019
H. Rpt. 116-147 H.R. 2502
Transparency in Federal Buildings Projects Act
of 2019
To amend title 40, United States Code, to
require certain prospectuses for public
buildings to be made publicly available, and
for other purposes.
Filed July 11, 2019
H. Rpt. 116-148 H.R. 1984
Disclosing Aid Spent to Ensure Relief Act or
the DISASTER Act
To amend chapter 11 of title 31, United States
Code, to require the Director of the Office of
Management and Budget to annually submit to
Congress a report on all disaster-related
assistance provided by the Federal Government.
Filed July 11, 2019
H. Rpt. 116-167, Pt. I H.R. 1307
Post-Disaster Assistance Online Accountability
Act
To provide for an online repository for certain
reporting requirements for recipients of
Federal disaster assistance, and for other
purposes.
Filed July 23, 2019
H. Rpt. 116-172 H.R. 3409
Coast Guard Authorization Act of 2019
To authorize appropriations for the Coast
Guard, and for other purposes.
Filed July 23, 2019
H. Rpt. 116-199 H.R. 2726
Banning Smoking on Amtrak Act of 2019
To amend title 49, United States Code, to
prohibit smoking on Amtrak trains.
Filed September 9, 2019
H. Rpt. 116-221 H.R. 3362
Small Airport Mothers' Rooms Act of 2019
To amend title 49, United State Code, to
require small hub airports to construct areas
for nursing mothers, and for other purposes.
Filed October 4, 2019
H. Rpt. 116-287 H.R. 4044
Protect and Restore America's Estuaries Act
To amend the Federal Water Pollution Control
Act to reauthorize the National Estuary
Program, and for other purposes.
Filed November 13, 2019
H. Rpt. 116-288 H.R. 4031
Great Lakes Restoration Initiative Act of 2019
To amend the Federal Water Pollution Control
Act to reauthorize the Great Lakes Restoration
Initiative, and for other purposes.
Filed November 13, 2019
H. Rpt. 116-290 H.R. 2247
Promoting United Government Efforts To Save Our
Sound Act
To amend the Federal Water Pollution Control
Act to provide assistance for programs and
activities to protect the water quality of
Puget Sound, and for other purposes.
Filed November 14, 2019
H. Rpt. 116-291 H.R. 4275
To amend the Federal Water Pollution Control
Act to reauthorize the Lake Pontchartrain
Basin Restoration Program, and for other
purposes.
Filed November 14, 2019
H. Rpt. 116-304, Pt. I H.R. 1132
San Francisco Bay Restoration Act
To amend the Federal Water Pollution Control
Act to establish a grant program to support
the restoration of San Francisco Bay.
Filed November 20, 2019
H. Rpt. 116-332 Conference Report to accompany S. 1790
National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal
Year 2020
To authorize appropriations for fiscal year
2020 for military activities of the Department
of Defense, for military construction, and for
defense activities of the Department of
Energy, to prescribe military personnel
strengths for such fiscal year, and for other
purposes.
Filed: December 9, 2019
H. Rpt. 116-338 H.R. 1620
Chesapeake Bay Program Reauthorization Act
To amend the Federal Water Pollution Control
Act to reauthorize the Chesapeake Bay Program.
Filed December 12, 2019
H. Rpt. 116-339, Pt. I H.R. 2548
Hazard Eligibility and Local Projects Act
To modify eligibility requirements for certain
hazard mitigation assistance programs, and for
other purposes.
Filed December 12, 2019
H. Rpt. 116-340 H.R. 4719
Funding Instruction for Safety, Health, and
Security Avoids Fishing Emergencies Act
To amend the Federal share of the fishing
safety standards grants.
Filed December 12, 2019
H. Rpt. 116-437 H.R. 2
Investing in a New Vision for the Environment
and Surface Transportation in America Act or
the INVEST in America Act
To authorize funds for Federal-aid highways,
highway safety programs, and transit programs.
Filed June 26, 2020
H. Rpt. 116-460, Pt. I H.R. 7575
Water Resources Development Act of 2020
To provide for improvements to the rivers and
harbors of the United States, to provide for
the conservation and development of water and
related resources, and for other purposes.
Filed July 24, 2020
H. Rpt. 116-462 H.R. 5119
Safe Aircraft Maintenance Standards Act
To amend title 49, United States Code, to
require certain air carriers to provide
reports with respect to maintenance,
preventive maintenance, or alterations, and
for other purposes.
Filed July 29, 2020
H. Rpt. 116-463, Pt. I H.R. 5139
Stop Sexual Assault and Harassment in
Transportation Act
To protect transportation personnel and
passengers from sexual assault and harassment,
and for other purposes.
Filed July 29, 2020
H. Rpt. 116-464 H.R. 5912
Expedited Delivery of Airport Infrastructure.
To amend title 49, United States Code, to
permit the use of incentive payments to
expedite certain federally financed airport
development projects.
Filed July 29, 2020
H. Rpt. 116-483 H. Con. Res. 90
Authorizing the use of the Capitol Grounds for
the National Peace Officers Memorial Service
and the National Honor Guard and Pipe Band
Exhibition.
Filed September 4, 2020
H. Rpt. 116-484 H.R. 1497
Water Quality Protection and Job Creation Act
of 2019
To amend the Federal Water Pollution Control
Act to reauthorize certain water pollution
control programs, and for other purposes, with
an amendment.
Filed September 4, 2020
H. Rpt. 116-485 H.R. 2242
To amend the Robert T. Stafford Disaster Relief
and Emergency Assistance Act to include
certain services in the definition of critical
services, and for other purposes.
Filed September 4, 2020
H. Rpt. 116-486 H.R. 3779
Resilience Revolving Loan Fund Act of 2019
To amend the Robert T. Stafford Disaster Relief
and Emergency Assistance Act to allow the
Administrator of the Federal Emergency
Management Agency to provide capitalization
grants to eligible entities to establish
revolving funds to provide assistance to
reduce disaster risks, and for other purposes.
Filed September 4, 2020
H. Rpt. 116-487 H.R. 4470
To rename the Saint Lawrence Seaway Development
Corporation the Great Lakes St. Lawrence
Seaway Development Corporation.
Filed September 4, 2020
H. Rpt. 116-488 H. Con. Res. 37
Expressing support for designation of October
28 as ``Honoring the Nation's First Responders
Day''.
Filed September 4, 2020
H. Rpt. 116-570 H.R. 5919
National Children's Museum Act
To amend title 40, United States Code, to
require the Administrator of General Services
to enter into a cooperative agreement with the
National Children's Museum to provide the
National Children's Museum rental space
without charge in the Ronald Reagan Building
and International Trade Center, and for other
purposes.
November 16, 2020
H. Rpt. 116-574 H.R. 2914
Housing Survivors of Major Disasters Act of
2019
To make available necessary disaster assistance
for families affected by major disasters, and
for other purposes.
November 16, 2020
H. Rpt. 116-575 H.R. 4358
Preliminary Damage Assessment Improvement Act
of 2019
To direct the Administrator of the Federal
Emergency Management Agency to submit to
Congress a report on preliminary damage
assessment and to establish damage assessment
teams in the Federal Emergency Management
Agency, and for other purposes.
November 16, 2020
H. Rpt. 116-576, Pt. I H.R. 4611
Ocean Pollution Reduction Act II
To modify permitting requirements with respect
to the discharge of any pollutant from the
Point Loma Wastewater Treatment Plant in
certain circumstances, and for other purposes.
November 16, 2020
H. Rpt. 116-577 H.R. 5953
Preventing Disaster Revictimization Act
To amend the Disaster Recovery Reform Act of
2018 to require the Administrator of the
Federal Emergency Management Agency to waive
certain debts owed to the United States
related to covered assistance provided to an
individual or household, and for other
purposes.
November 16, 2020
H. Rpt. 116-578, Pt. I H.R. 8326
Child Care is Economic Development Act of 2020
To amend the Public Works and Economic
Development Act of 1965 to require eligible
recipients of certain grants to develop a
comprehensive economic development strategy
that directly or indirectly increases the
accessibility of affordable, quality child
care, and for other purposes.
November 16, 2020
H. Rpt. 116-579 H.R. 8408
Aircraft Certification Reform and
Accountability Act
To direct the Administrator of the Federal
Aviation Administration to require certain
safety standards relating to aircraft, and for
other purposes.
November 16, 2020
H. Rpt. 116-580 H.R. 8266
FEMA Assistance Relief Act of 2020
To modify the Federal cost share of certain
emergency assistance provided under the Robert
T. Stafford Disaster Relief and Emergency
Assistance Act, to modify the activities
eligible for assistance under the emergency
declaration issued by the President on March
13, 2020, relating to COVID-19, and for other
purposes.
November 16, 2020
H. Rpt. 116-617 Conference Report to accompany H.R. 6395
William M. (Mac) Thornberry National Defense
Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2021
To authorize appropriations for fiscal year
2021 for military activities of the Department
of Defense and for military construction, to
prescribe military personnel strengths for
such fiscal year, and for other purposes.
Filed: December 3, 2020
H. Rpt. 116-636 H.R. 3632
Fair and Open Skies Act
To ensure that authorizations issued by the
Secretary of Transportation to foreign air
carriers do not undermine labor rights or
standards, and for other purposes.
Filed: December 9, 2020
H. Rpt. 116-637 H.R. 5756
Resiliency Enhancement Act of 2020
To amend the Bipartisan Budget Act of 2018 to
extend the provision of assistance for
critical services with respect to certain
disasters, and for other purposes.
Filed: December 9, 2020
H. Rpt. 116-655 H.R. 5047
GSA Lease Transparency Act of 2019
To require the Administrator of General
Services to conduct an annual audit of
properties leased to private parties, and for
other purposes.
Filed: December 167, 2020
H. Rpt. 116-661, Pt. I H.R. 5120
Safe, Accountable, Fair, and Environmentally
Responsible Pipelines Act of 2019
To amend title 49, United States Code, to
provide enhanced safety and environmental
protection in pipeline transportation, and for
other purposes.
Filed: December 17, 2020
H. Rpt. 116-662, Pt. I H.R. 4347
Preparedness and Risk Management for Extreme
Weather Patterns Assuring Resilience and
Effectiveness Act of 2019
To enhance the Federal Government's planning
and preparation for extreme weather and the
Federal Government's dissemination of best
practices to respond to extreme weather,
thereby increasing resilience, improving
regional coordination, and mitigating the
financial risk to the Federal Government from
such extreme weather, and for other purposes.
Filed: December 17, 2020
H. Rpt. 116-681, Pt. I H.R. 1108
Aviation Funding Stability Act of 2019
To provide for funding from the Airport and
Airway Trust Fund for all Federal Aviation
Administration activities in the event of a
Government shutdown, and for other purposes.
Filed: December 21, 2020
APPENDIX VI--HEARINGS
First Session
116-1 ``The Cost of Doing Nothing: Why Investing in
Our Nation's Infrastructure Cannot Wait.''
Full Committee
February 7, 2019
116-2 ``Putting U.S. Aviation at Risk: The Impact of
the Shutdown.''
S.C. on Aviation
February 13, 2019
116-3 ``Examining How Federal Infrastructure Policy
Could Help Mitigate and Adapt to Climate
Change.''
Full Committee
February 26, 2019
116-4 ``U.S. Maritime and Shipbuilding Industries:
Strategies to Improve Regulation, Economic
Opportunities, and Competitiveness.''
S.C. on Coast Guard and Maritime Transportation
March 6, 2019
116-5 ``The Clean Water State Revolving Fund: How
Federal Infrastructure Investment Can Help
Communities Modernize Water Infrastructure and
Address Affordability Challenges.''
S.C. on Water Resources and Environment
March 7, 2019
116-6 ``Looking Forward: Aviation 2050.''
S.C. on Aviation
March 12, 2019
116-7 ``Aligning Federal Surface Transportation
Policy to Meet 21st Century Needs.''
S.C. on Highways and Transit
March 13, 2019
116-8 ``The Cost of Doing Nothing: Why Investment in
Our Nation's Airports Matter.''
Full Committee
March 26, 2019
116-9 ``Pipeline Safety: Reviewing the Status of
Mandates and Examining Additional Safety
Needs.''
S.C. on Railroads, Pipelines, and Hazardous
Materials
April 2, 2019
116-10 ``Every Life Counts: Improving the Safety of
Our Nation's Roadways.''
S.C. on Highways and Transit
April 9, 2019
116-11 ``Building Prosperity: EDA's Role in Economic
Development and Recovery.''
S.C. on Economic Development, Public Buildings,
and Emergency Management
April 9, 2019
116-12 ``The Cost of Doing Nothing: Why Full
Utilization of the Harbor Maintenance Trust
Fund and Investment in Our Nation's Waterways
Matter.''
S.C. on Water Resources and Environment
April 10, 2019
116-13 ``Committee on Transportation and
Infrastructure Members' Day Hearing.''
Full Committee
May 1, 2019
116-14 ``The Cost of Doing Nothing: Maritime
Infrastructure Vulnerabilities in an Emerging
Arctic.''
S.C. on Coast Guard and Maritime Transportation
May 8, 2019
116-15 ``Status of the Boeing 737 MAX.''
S.C. on Aviation
May 15, 2019
116-16 ``The Impacts of State-Owned Enterprises on
Public Transit and Freight Rail Sectors.''
Full Committee
May 16, 2019
116-17 ``Review of Fiscal Year 2020 Budget for the
Coast Guard and Maritime Transportation
Programs.''
S.C. on Coast Guard and Maritime Transportation
May 21, 2019
116-18 ``Disaster Preparedness: DRRA Implementation
and FEMA Readiness.''
S.C. on Economic Development, Public Buildings,
and Emergency Management
May 22, 2019
116-19 ``Western Hemisphere Drug Interdictions: Why
Maintaining Coast Guard Operations Matter.''
S.C. on Coast Guard and Maritime Transportation
June 4, 2019
116-20 ``Efficiency and Resiliency in Federal Building
Design and Construction.''
S.C. on Economic Development, Public Buildings,
and Emergency Management
June 11, 2019
116-21 ``Under Pressure: The State of Trucking in
America.''
S.C. on Highways and Transit
June 12, 2019
116-22 ``Status of the Boeing 737 MAX: Stakeholder
Perspectives.''
S.C. on Aviation
June 19, 2019
116-23 ``Short Sea Shipping: Rebuilding America's
Maritime Industry.''
S.C. on Coast Guard and Maritime Transportation
June 19, 2019
116-24 ``The State of the Rail Workforce.''
S.C. on Railroads, Pipelines, and Hazardous
Materials
June 20, 2019
116-25 ``Protecting and Restoring America's Iconic
Waters.''
S.C. on Water Resources and Environment
June 25, 2019
116-26 ``Water Resources Development Acts: Status of
Implementation and Assessing Future Needs.''
S.C. on Water Resources and Environment
July 10, 2019
116-27 ``Oversight of the Federal Transit
Administration's Implementation of the Capital
Investment Grant Program.''
S.C. on Highways and Transit
July 16, 2019
116-28 ``State of Aviation Safety.''
S.C. on Aviation
July 17, 2019
116-29 ``Examining the Federal Role in Improving
School Bus Safety.''
S.C. on Highways and Transit
July 25, 2019
116-30 ``Pricing and Technology Strategies to Address
Congestion on and Financing of America's
Roads.''
S.C. on Highways and Transit
September 11, 2019
116-31 ``The Administration's Priorities and Policy
Initiatives Under the Clean Water Act.''
S.C. on Water Resources and Environment
September 18, 2019
116-32 ``Challenges and Opportunities for Commuter
Railroads.''
S.C. on Railroads, Pipelines, and Hazardous
Materials
September 24, 2019
116-33 ``Landlord and Tenant: The Trump
Administration's Oversight of the Trump
International Hotel Lease.''
S.C. on Economic Development, Public Buildings,
and Emergency Management
September 25, 2019
116-34 ``Coast Guard and Port Infrastructure: Built to
Last?''
S.C. on Coast Guard and Maritime Transportation
September 25, 2019
116-35 ``A Work in Progress: Implementation of The FAA
Reauthorization Act of 2018.''
S.C. on Aviation
September 26, 2019
116-36 ``Examining the Future of Transportation
Network Companies: Challenges and
Opportunities.''
S.C. on Highways and Transit
October 16, 2019
116-37 ``China's Maritime Silk Road Initiative:
Implications for the Global Maritime Supply
Chain.''
S.C. on Coast Guard and Maritime Transportation
October 17, 2019
116-38 ``An Assessment of Federal Recovery Efforts
from Recent Disasters.''
S.C. on Economic Development, Public Buildings,
and Emergency Management
October 22, 2019
116-39 ``The Pebble Mine Project: Process and
Potential Impacts.''
S.C. on Water Resources and Environment
October 23, 2019
116-40 ``The Boeing 737 MAX: Examining the Design,
Development, and Marketing of the Aircraft.''
Full Committee
October 30, 2019
116-41 ``Amtrak Now and Into the Future.''
S.C. on Railroads, Pipelines, and Hazardous
Materials
November 13, 2019
116-42 ``Review of Smithsonian Institution Current
Facilities and Future Space Needs.''
S.C. on Economic Development, Public Buildings,
and Emergency Management
November 13, 2019
116-43 ``Commercial and Passenger Vessel Safety:
Challenges and Opportunities.''
S.C. on Coast Guard and Maritime Transportation
November 14, 2019
116-44 ``Concepts for the Next Water Resources
Development Act: Promoting Resiliency of Our
Nation's Water Resources Infrastructure.''
S.C. on Water Resources and Environment
November 19, 2019
116-45 ``Where's My Stuff?: Examining the Economic,
Environmental, and Societal Impacts of Freight
Transportation.''
S.C. on Highways and Transit
S.C. on Railroads, Pipelines, and Hazardous
Materials
December 5, 2019
116-46 ``The Boeing 737 MAX: Examining the Federal
Aviation Administration's Oversight of the
Aircraft's Certification.''
Full Committee
December 11, 2019
Second Session
116-47 ``Proposals for a Water Resources Development
Act of 2020.''
S.C. on Water Resources and Environment
January 9, 2020
116-48 ``The Path to a Carbon-Free Maritime Industry:
Investments and Innovation.''
S.C. on Coast Guard and Maritime Transportation
January 14, 2020
116-49 ``Oversight of Working Conditions for Airline
Ground Workers.''
S.C. on Aviation
January 15, 2020
116-50 ``GSA Outleases and the Trump Old Post Office
Hotel.''
S.C. on Economic Development, Public Buildings,
and Emergency Management
January 28, 2020
116-51 ``Tracking Toward Zero: Improving Grade
Crossing Safety and Addressing Community
Concerns.''
S.C. on Railroads, Pipelines, and Hazardous
Materials
February 5, 2020
116-52 ``Assessing the Transportation Needs of Tribes,
Federal Land Management Agencies, and U.S.
Territories.''
S.C. on Highways and Transit
February 6, 2020
116-53 ``Looking Forward: The Future of America's
Aviation Maintenance and Manufacturing
Workforce.''
S.C. on Aviation
February 11, 2020
116-54 ``Animals in Disasters.''
S.C. on Economic Development, Public Buildings,
and Emergency Management
February 12, 2020
116-55 ``Proposals for a Water Resources Development
Act of 2020: Members' Day Hearing.''
S.C. on Water Resources and Environment
February 27, 2020
116-56 ``The Airline Passenger Experience: What it Is
and What It Can Be.''
S.C. on Aviation
March 3, 2020
116-57 ``Funding a Robust Freight and Passenger Rail
Network.''
S.C. on Railroads, Pipelines, and Hazardous
Materials
March 4, 2020
116-58 ``The International Role of the United States
Coast Guard.''
S.C. on Coast Guard and Maritime Transportation
March 10, 2020
116-59 ``FEMA's Priorities for 2020 and Beyond:
Coordinating Mission and Vision.''
S.C. on Economic Development, Public Buildings,
and Emergency Management
March 11, 2020
116-60 ``The Status of the U.S. Maritime Supply Chain
During the COVID-19 Pandemic.''
S.C. on Coast Guard and Maritime Transportation
May 29, 2020
116-61 ``On the Front Lines: The Impact of COVID-19 on
Transportation Workers.''
Full Committee
June 9, 2020
116-62 ``Experiences of Vulnerable Populations During
Disaster.''
S.C. on Economic Development, Public Buildings,
and Emergency Management
July 28, 2020
116-63 ``Amtrak's Response to COVID-19.''
S.C. on Railroads, Pipelines, and Hazardous
Materials
September 9, 2020
116-64 ``Driving Equity: The U.S. Department of
Transportation's Disadvantaged Business
Enterprise Program.''
Full Committee
September 23, 2020
116-65 ``The Comprehensive Everglades Restoration Plan
and Water Management in Florida.''
S.C. on Water Resources and Environment
September 24, 2020
116-66 ``Examining the Surface Transportation Board's
Role in Ensuring a Robust Passenger Rail
System.''
S.C. on Railroads, Pipelines, and Hazardous
Materials
November 18, 2020
APPENDIX VII--PUBLICATIONS
Committee Prints
116-A Rules of the Committee, adopted, February 7,
2019.
116-B Rules of the Committee, amended, February 26,
2020.
116-C Resolutions Adopted by the Committee Approving
Public Building Prospectuses During the 116th
Congress.
APPENDIX VIII--WITNESSES
A
Abel, Daniel B. (VADM), Deputy Commandant for Operations,
United States Coast Guard. CG&MT, Jun. 4, 2019,
``Western Hemisphere Drug Interdictions: Why
Maintaining Coast Guard Operations Matter.'' CG&MT,
Mar. 10, 2020, ``The International Role of the United
State Coast Guard.''
Adams, John (BGen Ret. US Army), President, Guardian Six
Consultancy, LLC. AV, May 13, 2019, ``The Impacts of
State-Owned Enterprises on Public Transit and Freight
Rail Sectors.''
Aleman, Erin, Executive Director, Chicago Metropolitan Agency
for Planning, testifying on behalf of the Coalition for
America's Gateways and Trade Corridors. H&T and RP&HM,
Dec. 5, 2019, ``Where's My Stuff?: Examining the
Economic, Environmental, and Societal Impacts of
Freight Transportation.''
Alexy, Karl, Associate Administrator, Railroad Safety and Chief
Safety Officer, Federal Railroad Administration. RP&HM,
Feb. 5, 2020, ``Tracking Toward Zero: Improving Grade
Crossing Safety and Addressing Community Concerns.''
Alfultis, Michal A., (Rear Admiral), President, Maritime
College, State University of New York. CG&MT, Mar. 6,
2019, ``U.S. Maritime and Shipbuilding Industries:
Strategies to Improve Regulation, Economic
Opportunities, and Competitiveness.''
Alger, Robert E., President and Chief Executive Officer, The
Lane Construction Corporation, testifying on behalf of
the American Road & Transportation Builders
Association. H&T, Jul. 16, 2019, ``Oversight of the
Federal Transit Administration's Implementation of the
Capital Investment Grant Program.''
Ali, Farad, Director, Airport Minority Advisory Council. FULL,
Sep. 23, 2020, ``Driving Equity: The U.S. Department of
Transportation's Disadvantaged Business Enterprise
Program.''
Allen, Rick W., a Representative in Congress from the 12th
District of Georgia. WR&E, Feb. 27, 2020, ``Proposals
for a Water Resources Development Act of 2020: Members'
Day Hearing.''
Allen, Thad W., (ADM, Ret.-USCG), Senior Executive Advisor,
Booz Allen Hamilton. CG&MT, May 8, 2019, ``The Cost of
Doing Nothing: Maritime Infrastructure Vulnerabilities
in an Emerging Arctic.''
Allison, Eric, Head, Elevate, Uber Technologies, Inc.. AV, Mar.
12, 2019, ``Looking Forward: Aviation 2050.''
Alvord, Dennis, Deputy Assistant Secretary, Economic
Development Administration, U.S. Department of
Commerce. EDPB&EM, Oct. 22, 2019, ``An Assessment of
Federal Recovery Efforts from Recent Disasters.''
Anderson, Darran, Director, Strategy and Innovation, Department
of Transportation, State of Texas, testifying on behalf
of Texas Innovation Alliance. H&T, Mar. 13, 2019,
``Aligning Federal Surface Transportation Policy to
Meet 21st Century Needs.''
Anderson, Nathan, Acting Director, Homeland Security and
Justice, U.S. Government Accountability Office. CG&MT,
Sep. 25, 2019, ``Coast Guard and Port Infrastructure:
Built to Last?''
Anderson, Richard, President and Chief Executive Officer,
National Railroad Passenger Corporation (Amtrak).
RP&HM, Nov. 13, 2019, ``Amtrak Now and Into the
Future.'' FULL, Feb. 7, 2019, ``The Cost of Doing
Nothing: Why Investing in Our Nation's Infrastructure
Cannot Wait.''
Arroyo, Vicki, Executive Director, Georgetown Climate Center.
FULL, Feb. 26, 2019, ``Examining How Federal
Infrastructure Policy Could Help Mitigate and Adapt to
Climate Change.''
Artl, Kevin, President and Chief Operating Officer, American
Council of Engineering Companies of Illinois. RP&HM,
Mar. 4, 2020, ``Funding a Robust Freight and Passenger
Rail Network.''
Axne, Cynthia, a Representative in Congress from the 3rd
District of Iowa. WR&E, Feb. 27, 2020, ``Proposals for
a Water Resources Development Act of 2020: Members' Day
Hearing.''
B
Babbitt, J. Randolph ``Randy'', Former Administrator, Federal
Aviation Administration. AV, Jun. 19, 2019, ``Status of
the Boeing 737 MAX: Stakeholder Perspectives.''
Baker, Charles ``Chuck'', President, American Short Line and
Regional Railroad Association. H&T and RP&HM, Dec. 5,
2019, ``Where's My Stuff?: Examining the Economic,
Environmental, and Societal Impacts of Freight
Transportation.''
Baker, Mark, President and Chief Executive Officer, Aircraft
Owners and Pilots Association. AV, Sep. 26, 2019, ``A
Work in Progress: Implementation of the FAA
Reauthorization Act of 2018.''
Baker, William C., President, Chesapeake Bay Foundation. WR&E,
Jun. 25, 2019, ``Protecting and Restoring America's
Iconic Waters.''
Balton, David, Senior Fellow, Polar Institute, Woodrow Wilson
International Center for Scholars. CG&MT, Mar. 10,
2020, ``The International Role of the United State
Coast Guard.''
Balzano, Richard, Deputy Administrator, U.S. Maritime
Administration. CG&MT, Nov. 14, 2019, ``Commercial and
Passenger Vessel Safety: Challenges and
Opportunities.''
Barnes, Tori, Executive Vice President, Public Affairs and
Policy, U.S. Travel Association. FULL, Mar. 26, 2019,
``The Cost of Doing Nothing: Why Investment in Our
Nation's Airports Matter.''
Barragan, Nanette Diaz, a Representative in Congress from the
44th District of California. WR&E, Feb. 27, 2020,
``Proposals for a Water Resources Development Act of
2020: Members' Day Hearing.''
Barrios, Esteban, Ramp Worker, Miami International Airport, On
behalf of Service Employees International Union (SEIU).
AV, Jan. 15, 2020, ``Oversight of Working Conditions
for Airline Ground Workers.''
Bartholomew, Carolyn, Chairwoman, United States-China Economic
and Security Review Commission. CG&MT, Oct. 17, 2019,
``China's Maritime Silk Road Initiative: Implications
for the Global Maritime Supply Chain.''
Bassani, Lori, National President, The Association of
Professional Flight Attendants. AV, Jul. 17, 2019,
``State of Aviation Safety.''
Batory, Ronald L., Administrator, Federal Railroad
Administration. RP&HM, Jun. 20, 2019. ``The State of
the Rail Workforce.''
Beardsley, Elizabeth, Senior Policy Counsel, U.S. Green
Building Council. EDPB&EM, Jun. 11, 2019, ``Efficiency
and Resiliency in Federal Building Design and
Construction.''
Becker, Jeffrey D., Research Program Director, Indo-Pacific
Security Affairs, Center for Naval Analysis. CG&MT,
Oct. 17, 2019, ``China's Maritime Silk Road Initiative:
Implications for the Global Maritime Supply Chain.''
Begeman, Ann D., Chair, Surface Transportation Board. RP&HM,
Nov. 18, 2020, ``Examining the Surface Transportation
Board's Role in Ensuring a Robust Passenger Rail
System.''
Bellon, Maia, Director, Department of Ecology, State of
Washington. WR&E, Sep. 18, 2019, ``The Administration's
Priorities and Policy Initiatives Under the Clean Water
Act.''
Benish, John, Jr., President and Chief Operating Officer, Cook-
Illinois Corporation, testifying on behalf of the
National School Transportation Association. H&T, Jul.
25, 2019, ``Examining the Federal Role in Improving
School Bus Safety.''
Berger, Joshua, Governor's Maritime Sector Lead, State of
Washington. CG&MT, Jan. 14, 2020, ``The Path to a
Carbon-Free Maritime Industry: Investments and
Innovation.''
Berginnis, Chad, Executive Director, Association of State
Floodplain Managers. WR&E, Jul. 10, 2019, ``Water
Resources Development Acts: Status of Implementation
and Assessing Future Needs.''
Bissett, Wesley T., DVM, PhD, Director, Veterinary Emergency
Team, College of Veterinary Medicine and Biomedical
Sciences, Texas A&M University. EDPB&EM. Feb. 12, 2020,
``Animals in Disasters.''
Black, Andrew, President and CEO, Association of Oil Pipe
Lines. RP&HM, Apr. 2, 2019, ``Pipeline Safety:
Reviewing the Status of Mandates and Examining
Additional Safety Needs.''
Blackmore, Laura, Executive Director, Puget Sound Partnership.
WR&E, Jun. 25, 2019, ``Protecting and Restoring
America's Iconic Waters.''
Blumenauer, Earl, a Representative in Congress from the 3rd
District of Oregon. FULL, May 1, 2019, ``Committee on
Transportation and Infrastructure Members' Day
Hearing.''
Borden, Richard K., Owner, Midgard Environmental Services, LLC.
WR&E, Oct. 23, 2019, ``The Pebble Mine Project: Process
and Potential Impacts.''
Borders, Phillip J. (COL USArmy), Commander, District Alaska,
U.S. Army Corps of Engineers. CG&MT, May 8, 2019, ``The
Cost of Doing Nothing: Maritime Infrastructure
Vulnerabilities in an Emerging Arctic.''
Boyer, Geri E., President, Kasakia Engineering Group,
testifying on behalf of The American Counsel of
Engineering Companies. FULL, Sep. 23, 2020, ``Driving
Equity: The U.S. Department of Transportation's
Disadvantaged Business Enterprise Program.''
Brady, Bonnie, Executive Director, Long Island Commercial
Fishing Association. WR&E, Apr. 10, 2019, ``The Cost of
Doing Nothing: Why Full Utilization of the Harbor
Maintenance Trust Fund and Investment in our Nation's
Waterways Matter.''
Brand, Lauren K., President, National Association of Waterfront
Employers. CG&MT, May 29, 2020, ``The Status of the
U.S. Maritime Supply Chain During the COVID-19
Pandemic.''
Breyault, John D., Vice President, Public Policy,
Telecommunications, and Fraud, National Consumers
League. AV, Sep. 26, 2019, ``A Work in Progress:
Implementation of the FAA Reauthorization Act of
2018.''
Brockbank, Derek , Executive Director , American Shore and
Beach Preservation Association. WR&E, Jul. 10, 2019,
``Water Resources Development Acts: Status of
Implementation and Assessing Future Needs.''
Brouwer, Travis, Assistant Director, Department of
Transportation, State of Oregon. H&T, Sep. 11, 2019.
``Pricing and Technology Strategies to Address
Congestion on and Financing of America's Roads.''
Brown, Curtis, State Coordinator of Emergency Management,
Department of Emergency Management, Commonwealth of
Virginia, testifying on behalf of Institute for
Diversity and Inclusion in Emergency Management.
EDPB&EM, Jul. 28, 2020, ``Experiences of Vulnerable
Populations During Disaster.''
Brown, Michael L., Chief of Police, City of Alexandria,
Commonwealth of Virginia. H&T, Apr. 9, 2019, ``Every
Life Counts: Improving the Safety of Our Nation's
Roadways.''
Brown, Romayne C., Chair of the Board of Directors, Metra,
Chicago, Illinois. RP&HM, Nov. 18, 2020, ``Examining
the Surface Transportation Board's Role in Ensuring a
Robust Passenger Rail System.''
Brown, Russell, RWP Labor. AV, Jan. 15, 2020, ``Oversight of
Working Conditions for Airline Ground Workers.''
Bruemmer, Jay, Vice President, K & G Striping, Inc., testifying
on behalf of the American Traffic Safety Services
Association. H&T, Apr. 9, 2019, ``Every Life Counts:
Improving the Safety of Our Nation's Roadways.''
Bryn, Peter, Technical Solutions Manager, North America, ABB
Marine and Ports. CG&MT, Jan. 14, 2020, ``The Path to a
Carbon-Free Maritime Industry: Investments and
Innovation.''
Bunce, Peter J., President and CEO, General Aviation
Manufacturers Association. AV, Feb. 13, 2019, ``Putting
U.S. Aviation at Risk: The Impact of the Shutdown.''
Bunch, Lonnie G., III, Secretary, The Smithsonian Institution.
EDPB&EM, Nov. 13, 2019, ``Review of Smithsonian
Institution Current Facilities and Future Space
Needs.''
Bury, Sandra, Mayor, Village of Oak Lawn, Illinois. RP&HM, Mar.
4, 2020, ``Funding a Robust Freight and Passenger Rail
Network.''
Bustos, Cheri, a Representative in Congress from the 17th
District of Illinois. FULL, May 1, 2019, ``Committee on
Transportation and Infrastructure Members' Day
Hearing.''
Butler, John W., President and Chief Executive Officer, World
Shipping Council. CG&MT, Jan. 14, 2020, ``The Path to a
Carbon-Free Maritime Industry: Investments and
Innovation.''
Buzby, Mark H. (Rear Admiral Ret. USN), Administrator, Maritime
Administration, Department of Transportation. CG&MT,
May 21, 2019, ``Review of Fiscal Year 2020 Budget for
the Coast Guard and Maritime Transportation Programs.''
CG&MT, Mar. 6, 2019, ``U.S. Maritime and Shipbuilding
Industries: Strategies to Improve Regulation, Economic
Opportunities, and Competitiveness.'' CG&MT, Jun. 19,
2019. ``Short Sea Shipping: Rebuilding America's
Maritime Industry.''
Byard, Jeffrey, Associate Administrator, Office of Response and
Recovery, Federal Emergency Management Agency,
Department of Homeland Security. EDPB&EM, Oct. 22,
2019, ``An Assessment of Federal Recovery Efforts from
Recent Disasters.''
Byrd, Kevin R., Executive Director, New River Valley Regional
Commission (Commonwealth of Virginia), testifying on
behalf of National Association of Development
Organizations. EDPB&EM, Apr. 9, 2019, ``Building
Prosperity: EDA's Role in Economic Development and
Recovery.''
Byrd, LaMont, Director, Health and Safety Department,
International Brotherhood of Teamsters. H&T, Jun. 12,
2019, ``Under Pressure: The State of Trucking in
America.'' FULL, Jun. 9, 2020, ``On the Front Lines:
The Impact of COVID-19 on Transportation Workers.''
C
Calio, Nicholas E, President and CEO, Airlines for America. AV,
Feb. 13, 2019, ``Putting U.S. Aviation at Risk: The
Impact of the Shutdown.''
Callaci, Brian, Labor Economist. AV, Jan. 15, 2020, ``Oversight
of Working Conditions for Airline Ground Workers.''
Cardenas, Tony, a Representative in Congress from the 29th
District of California. FULL, May 1, 2019, ``Committee
on Transportation and Infrastructure Members' Day
Hearing.''
Carey, Daniel, President, Allied Pilots Association. AV, Jun.
18, 2019, ``Status of the Boeing 737 MAX: Stakeholder
Perspectives.''
Carpenter, Jennifer A., Executive President and Chief Operating
Officer, The American Waterways Operators. CG&MT, Mar.
6, 2019, ``U.S. Maritime and Shipbuilding Industries:
Strategies to Improve Regulation, Economic
Opportunities, and Competitiveness.'' CG&MT, May 29,
2020, ``The Status of the U.S. Maritime Supply Chain
During the COVID-19 Pandemic.''
Carr, Susannah, Flight Attendant, United Airlines, testifying
on behalf of the Association of Flight Attendants--CWA.
FULL, Jun. 9, 2020, ``On the Front Lines: The Impact of
COVID-19 on Transportation Workers.''
Carter, Earl L. ``Buddy'', a Representative in Congress from
the 1st District of Georgia. FULL, May 1, 2019,
``Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure
Members' Day Hearing.'' WR&E, Feb. 27, 2020,
``Proposals for a Water Resources Development Act of
2020: Members' Day Hearing.''
Case, Ed, a Representative in Congress from the 1st District of
Hawaii. WR&E, Feb. 27, 2020, ``Proposals for a Water
Resources Development Act of 2020: Members' Day
Hearing.''
Chang, Tilly, Executive Director, San Francisco County
Transportation Authority, testifying on behalf of the
Intelligent Transportation Society of America. H&T,
Sep. 11, 2019. ``Pricing and Technology Strategies to
Address Congestion on and Financing of America's
Roads.''
Chase, Cathy, President, Advocates for Highway and Auto Safety.
H&T, Jun. 12, 2019, ``Under Pressure: The State of
Trucking in America.''
Christie, Ted, Chief Executive Officer and President, Spirit
Airlines, Inc. FULL, Mar. 26, 2019, ``The Cost of Doing
Nothing: Why Investment in Our Nation's Airports
Matter.''
Christoffels, Mark, Chief Executive Officer and Chief Engineer,
Alameda Corridor-East Construction Authority,
testifying on behalf of the San Gabriel Valley Council
of Governments. RP&HM, Feb. 5, 2020, ``Tracking Toward
Zero: Improving Grade Crossing Safety and Addressing
Community Concerns.''
Cilluffo, Frank J., Director, McCrary Institute for Cyber and
Critical Infrastructure Security, Auburn University.
FULL, May 13, 2019, ``The Impacts of State-Owned
Enterprises on Public Transit and Freight Rail
Sectors.''
Clark Mary Beth Frank, President, Intertribal Transportation
Association. H&T, Feb. 6, 2020, ``Assessing the
Transportation Needs of Tribes, Federal Land Management
Agencies, and U.S. Territories.''
Clark, John K., Executive Director, Transportation Learning
Center. H&T, Mar. 13, 2019, ``Aligning Federal Surface
Transportation Policy to Meet 21st Century Needs.''
Cleaver, Emanuel, a Representative in Congress from the 5th
District of Missouri. WR&E, Feb. 27, 2020, ``Proposals
for a Water Resources Development Act of 2020: Members'
Day Hearing.''
Cline, Ben, a Representative in Congress from the 6th District
of Virginia. FULL, May 1, 2019, ``Committee on
Transportation and Infrastructure Members' Day
Hearing.''
Cloud, Michael, a Representative in Congress from the 27th
District of Texas. WR&E, Feb. 27, 2020, ``Proposals for
a Water Resources Development Act of 2020: Members' Day
Hearing.''
Cole, Preston D., Secretary, Wisconsin Department of Natural
Resources. WR&E, Jun. 25, 2019, ``Protecting and
Restoring America's Iconic Waters.''
Collier, Tom, Chief Executive Officer, The Pebble Partnership.
WR&E, Oct. 23, 2019, ``The Pebble Mine Project: Process
and Potential Impacts.''
Collins, G. Michael, retired Federal Aviation Administration
employee. FULL, Dec. 11, 2019, ``The Boeing 737 MAX:
Examining the Federal Aviation Administration's
Oversight of the Aircraft's Certification.''
Comer, James, a Representative in Congress from the 1st
District of Kentucky. WR&E, Feb. 27, 2020, ``Proposals
for a Water Resources Development Act of 2020: Members'
Day Hearing.''
Condon, David A., Mayor, City of Spokane, Washington,
testifying on behalf of United States Conference of
Mayors. WR&E Mar. 7, 2019, ``The Clean Water State
Revolving Fund: How Federal Infrastructure Investment
Can Help Communities Modernize Water Infrastructure and
Address Affordability Challenges.''
Condron, Matthew, Secretary-Treasurer, Teamsters Local 384,
Norristown, Pennsylvania. H&T, Jul. 25, 2019,
``Examining the Federal Role in Improving School Bus
Safety.''
Conley, Heather A., Senior Vice President, Europe, Eurasia, and
the Arctic, Center for Strategic and International
Studies. CG&MT, May 8, 2019, ``The Cost of Doing
Nothing: Maritime Infrastructure Vulnerabilities in an
Emerging Arctic.''
Connor, Christopher J., President and Chief Executive Officer,
The American Association of Port Authorities. CG&MT,
May 29, 2020, ``The Status of the U.S. Maritime Supply
Chain During the COVID-19 Pandemic.''
Cooper, Diana Marina, Senior Vice President, Policy and
Strategy, PrecisionHawk, Inc. AV, Mar. 12, 2019,
``Looking Forward: Aviation 2050.''
Cooper, Jim, a Representative in Congress from the 5th District
of Tennessee. WR&E, Feb. 27, 2020, ``Proposals for a
Water Resources Development Act of 2020: Members' Day
Hearing.''
Corbett, Kevin S., President and Chief Operating Officer, NJ
TRANSIT Corporation. RP&HM, Mar. 4, 2020, ``Funding a
Robust Freight and Passenger Rail Network.''
Costa, Anisa Kamadoli, Chief Sustainability Officer, Tiffany &
Co. WR&E, Oct. 23, 2019, ``The Pebble Mine Project:
Process and Potential Impacts.''
Costa, Jim, a Representative in Congress from the 16th District
of California. FULL, May 1, 2019, ``Committee on
Transportation and Infrastructure Members' Day
Hearing.''
Cox, Daniel, CH2M Hill Professor in Civil Engineering, Oregon
State University. CG&MT, Sep. 25, 2019, ``Coast Guard
and Port Infrastructure: Built to Last?''
Cox, John, President and Chief Executive Officer, Safety
Operating Systems. FULL, Dec. 11, 2019, ``The Boeing
737 MAX: Examining the Federal Aviation
Administration's Oversight of the Aircraft's
Certification.''
Craig, Jason, Director of Government Affairs, C.H. Robinson.
H&T, Jun. 12, 2019, ``Under Pressure: The State of
Trucking in America.''
Crossley, Nicholas L., Director, Emergency Management and
Homeland Security Agency, Hamilton County, Ohio,
testifying on behalf of the International Association
of Emergency Managers. EDPB&EM, May 22, 2019,
``Disaster Preparedness: DRRA Implementation and FEMA
Readiness.''
Crowley, John E., Jr., President, National Association of
Waterfront Employers. CG&MT, Mar. 6, 2019, ``U.S.
Maritime and Shipbuilding Industries: Strategies to
Improve Regulation, Economic Opportunities, and
Competitiveness.''
Currie, Chris P., Director, Homeland Security and Justice, U.S.
Government Accountability Office. EDPB&EM, Oct. 22,
2019, ``An Assessment of Federal Recovery Efforts from
Recent Disasters.''
Curtis, Brian, Director, Office of Marine Safety, National
Transportation Safety Board. CG&MT, Nov. 14, 2019,
``Commercial and Passenger Vessel Safety: Challenges
and Opportunities.''
D
Davis, Alphonse, Deputy Director, Engineering Extension
Service, Texas A&M, testifying on behalf of the
National Domestic Preparedness Consortium. EDPB&EM, May
22, 2019, ``Disaster Preparedness: DRRA Implementation
and FEMA Readiness.''
Davis, Danny K., a Representative in Congress from the 7th
District of Illinois. FULL, May 1, 2019, ``Committee on
Transportation and Infrastructure Members' Day
Hearing.''
DeGood, Kevin, Director, Infrastructure Policy, Center for
American Progress. FULL, Feb. 26, 2019, ``Examining How
Federal Infrastructure Policy Could Help Mitigate and
Adapt to Climate Change.''
DePete, Joseph G., President, Air Line Pilots Association,
International. AV, Jul. 17, 2019, ``Looking Forward:
Aviation 2050.'' AV, Jul. 17, 2019, ``State of Aviation
Safety.''
Derwinski, Jim, Chief Executive Officer/Executive Director,
Metra. RP&HM, Sep. 24, 2019, ``Challenges and
Opportunities for Commuter Railroads.''
DeVivo, Sharon, President, Vaughn College of Aeronautics and
Technology Flushing, Queens, New York. AV, Feb. 11,
2020, ``Looking Forward: The Future of America's
Aviation Maintenance and Manufacturing Workforce.''
Dickson, Stephen M., Administrator, Federal Aviation
Administration. FULL, Dec. 11, 2019, ``The Boeing 737
MAX: Examining the Federal Aviation Administration's
Oversight of the Aircraft's Certification.''
Dinsdale, Jack, National Vice President, Transportation
Communications International Union. RP&HM, Nov. 13,
2019, ``Amtrak Now and Into the Future.''
Donati, Dana, General Manager and Director of Academic
Programs, Leadership in Flight Training (LIFT) Academy.
AV, Feb. 11, 2020, ``Looking Forward: The Future of
America's Aviation Maintenance and Manufacturing
Workforce.''
Dourado, Eli, Head, Global Policy and Communications, Boom
Supersonic. AV, Mar. 12, 2019, ``Looking Forward:
Aviation 2050.''
E
Ebeling, Eric P., President and Chief Operating Officer,
American Roll-On-Roll-Off Carrier, testifying on behalf
of USA Maritime. CG&MT, May 29, 2020, ``The Status of
the U.S. Maritime Supply Chain during the COVID-19
Pandemic.''
Eggleston, Dan, President and Chairman of the Board,
International Association of Fire Chiefs. RP&HM, Apr.
2, 2019, ``Pipeline Safety: Reviewing the Status of
Mandates and Examining Additional Safety Needs.''
Elliott, Howard ``Skip'', Administrator, Pipeline and Hazardous
Materials Safety Administration. RP&HM, Apr. 2, 2019,
``Pipeline Safety: Reviewing the Status of Mandates and
Examining Additional Safety Needs.''
Elwell, Daniel K. Elwell, Acting Administrator, Federal
Aviation Administration, U.S. Department of
Transportation. AV, May 15, 2019, ``Status of the
Boeing 737 MAX.'' AV, Sep. 26, 2019, ``A Work in
Progress: Implementation of the FAA Reauthorization Act
of 2018.''
Endsley, Mica R., President, SA Technologies, testifying on
behalf of the Human Factors and Ergonomics Society.
FULL, Dec. 11, 2019, ``The Boeing 737 MAX: Examining
the Federal Aviation Administration's Oversight of the
Aircraft's Certification.''
Escobar, Veronica, a Representative in Congress from the 16th
District of Texas. WR&E, Feb. 27, 2020, ``Proposals for
a Water Resources Development Act of 2020: Members' Day
Hearing.''
Estenoz, Shannon A., Vice President, Policy and Public Affairs,
The Everglades Foundation. WR&E. Sep. 24, 2020, ``The
Comprehensive Everglades Restoration Plan and Water
Management in Florida.''
F
Fanning, Eric K., President and Chief Executive Officer,
Aerospace Industries Association. FULL, Feb. 7, 2019,
``The Cost of Doing Nothing: Why Investing in Our
Nation's Infrastructure Cannot Wait.''
Ferro, Anne S., President and Chief Executive Officer, American
Association of Motor Vehicle Administrators. H&T, Jul.
25, 2019, ``Examining the Federal Role in Improving
School Bus Safety.''
Fleming, John, Assistant Secretary of Commerce for Economic
Development, U.S. Department of Commerce. EDPB&EM, Apr.
9, 2019, ``Building Prosperity: EDA's Role in Economic
Development and Recovery.''
Flores, Bill, a Representative in Congress from the 17th
District of Texas. WR&E, Feb. 27, 2020, ``Proposals for
a Water Resources Development Act of 2020: Members' Day
Hearing.''
Flowers, Catherine Coleman. Rural Development Manager, The
Equal Justice Initiative. WR&E Mar. 7, 2019, ``The
Clean Water State Revolving Fund: How Federal
Infrastructure Investment Can Help Communities
Modernize Water Infrastructure and Address
Affordability Challenges.''
Flynn, Stephen E., Founding Director, Global Resilience
Institute, Northeastern University. CG&MT, Mar. 10,
2020, ``The International Role of the United State
Coast Guard.''
Flynn, William, President and Chief Executive Officer, Amtrak.
RP&HM, Sep. 9, 2020, ``Amtrak's Response to COVID-19.''
Ford, Tom, Director, Santa Monica Bay National Estuary Program,
The Bay Foundation. WR&E, Jun. 25, 2019, ``Protecting
and Restoring America's Iconic Waters.''
Fortenberry, Jeff, a Representative in Congress from the 1st
District of Nebraska. WR&E, Feb. 27, 2020, ``Proposals
for a Water Resources Development Act of 2020: Members'
Day Hearing.''
Foster, Bill, a Representative in Congress from the 11th
District of Illinois. WR&E, Feb. 27, 2020, ``Proposals
for a Water Resources Development Act of 2020: Members'
Day Hearing.''
Foster, Michael, Legislative Attorney, Congressional Research
Service, Library of Congress. EDPB&EM, Sep. 25, 2019,
``Landlord and Tenant: The Trump Administration's
Oversight of the Trump International Hotel Lease.''
Fox, Bob, First Vice President, Air Line Pilots Association,
International,. AV, Sep. 26, 2019, ``A Work in
Progress: Implementation of the FAA Reauthorization Act
of 2018.''
Freeman-Wilson, Karen, Mayor, City of Gary, Indiana, testifying
on behalf of the National League of Cities. H&T, Oct.
16, 2019, ``Examining the Future of Transportation
Network Companies: Challenges and Opportunities.''
French, Christopher B., Deputy Chief, National Forest System,
United States Forest Service, U.S. Department of
Agriculture. H&T, Feb. 6, 2020, ``Assessing the
Transportation Needs of Tribes, Federal Land Management
Agencies, and U.S. Territories.''
Fulton, Brenda Sue, Chair and Chief Administrator, Motor
Vehicle Commission, State of New Jersey. H&T, Jul. 25,
2019, ``Examining the Federal Role in Improving School
Bus Safety.''
G
Galloway, Gerald E., (BG Ret.), Glenn L. Martin Institute
Professor of Engineering, University of Maryland. WR&E
Nov. 19, 2019, ``Concepts for the Next Water Resources
Development Act: Promoting Resiliency of Our Nation's
Water Resources Infrastructure.''
Galloway, Hamilton, Head of Consultancy, Americas, Oxford
Economics. FULL, May 13, 2019, ``The Impacts of State-
Owned Enterprises on Public Transit and Freight Rail
Sectors.''
Garcetti Eric, Mayor, City of Los Angeles, California,
testifying on behalf of The United States Conference of
Mayors. FULL, Feb. 7, 2019, ``The Cost of Doing
Nothing: Why Investing in Our Nation's Infrastructure
Cannot Wait.''
Garcia, Joe, Head Councilman, Ohkay Owingeh Tribal Council.
H&T, Feb. 6, 2020, ``Assessing the Transportation Needs
of Tribes, Federal Land Management Agencies, and U.S.
Territories.''
Gardner, Stephen J., Senior Executive Vice President and Chief
Operating and Commercial Officer, National Railroad
Passenger Corporation (Amtrak). RP&HM, Mar. 4, 2020,
``Funding a Robust Freight and Passenger Rail
Network.'' RP&HM, Nov. 18, 2020, ``Examining the
Surface Transportation Board's Role in Ensuring a
Robust Passenger Rail System.''
Gaynor, Peter T. Administrator, Federal Emergency Management
Agency, Department of Homeland Security. Mar. 11, 2020,
EDPB&EM, ``FEMA's Priorities for 2020 and Beyond:
Coordinating Mission and Vision.''
Gerend, Tom, Executive Director, The Kansas City Streetcar
Authority. H&T, Jul. 16, 2019, ``Oversight of the
Federal Transit Administration's Implementation of the
Capital Investment Grant Program.''
Gianforte, Greg, a Representative-at-Large in Congress from
Montana. WR&E, Feb. 27, 2020, ``Proposals for a Water
Resources Development Act of 2020: Members' Day
Hearing.''
Gilbert, Oliver, III, Mayor, City of Miami Gardens and
Chairman, Miami-Dade Transportation Planning
Organization, State of Florida. H&T, Sep. 11, 2019.
``Pricing and Technology Strategies to Address
Congestion on and Financing of America's Roads.''
Gil-Ensenat, Fernando, Secretary, Department of Housing,
Commonwealth of Puerto Rico. EDPB&EM, Oct. 22, 2019,
``An Assessment of Federal Recovery Efforts from Recent
Disasters.''
Gisler, Geoffrey R., Senior Attorney, Southern Environmental
Law Center. WR&E, Sep. 18, 2019, ``The Administration's
Priorities and Policy Initiatives Under the Clean Water
Act.''
Goche, Richard (Rick), Commissioner, Port of Bandon, Bandon,
Oregon. WR&E, Apr. 10, 2019, ``The Cost of Doing
Nothing: Why Full Utilization of the Harbor Maintenance
Trust Fund and Investment in our Nation's Waterways
Matter.''
Gomez, Jimmy, a Representative in Congress from the 34th
District of California. WR&E, Feb. 27, 2020,
``Proposals for a Water Resources Development Act of
2020: Members' Day Hearing.''
Gonzalez, Anthony, a Representative in Congress from the 16th
District of Ohio. WR&E, Feb. 27, 2020, ``Proposals for
a Water Resources Development Act of 2020: Members' Day
Hearing.''
Gonzalez, William, President, Amtrak Police Fraternal Order of
Police Labor Committee. RP&HM, Jun. 20, 2019. ``The
State of the Rail Workforce.''
Goodchild, Anne Victoria, Founding Director, Supply Chain
Transportation and Logistics Center, University of
Washington. H&T and RP&HM, Dec. 5, 2019, ``Where's My
Stuff?: Examining the Economic, Environmental, and
Societal Impacts of Freight Transportation.''
Gore, James, Supervisor, 4th District, Sonoma County,
California, testifying on behalf of the National
Association of Counties. EDPB&EM, May 22, 2019,
``Disaster Preparedness: DRRA Implementation and FEMA
Readiness.''
Goss, Chauncey P., Chairman, South Florida Water Management
District Governing Board. WR&E. Sep. 24, 2020, ``The
Comprehensive Everglades Restoration Plan and Water
Management in Florida.''
Gottheimer, Josh, a Representative in Congress from the 5th
District of New Jersey. FULL, May 1, 2019, ``Committee
on Transportation and Infrastructure Members' Day
Hearing.'' WR&E, Feb. 27, 2020, ``Proposals for a Water
Resources Development Act of 2020: Members' Day
Hearing.''
Griffin, Amy, President, America Local 1460, Transport Workers
Union of America. RP&HM, Sep. 9, 2020, ``Amtrak's
Response to COVID-19.''
Gritzo, Louis, Vice President, FM Global Research Manager. WR&E
Nov. 19, 2019, ``Concepts for the Next Water Resources
Development Act: Promoting Resiliency of Our Nation's
Water Resources Infrastructure.''
Guillot, Randy, President, Triple G Express, Inc. and Southeast
Motor Freight Inc., testifying on behalf of the
American Trucking Associations. FULL, Jun. 9, 2020,
``On the Front Lines: The Impact of COVID-19 on
Transportation Workers.''
Guy, Robert W., Illinois State Director, Transportation
Division, Sheet Metal Air Rail Transportation. RP&HM,
Nov. 13, 2019, ``Amtrak Now and Into the Future.''
H
Haaland, Debra A., a Representative in Congress from the 1st
District of New Mexico. FULL, May 1, 2019, ``Committee
on Transportation and Infrastructure Members' Day
Hearing.''
Hamilton, John, Vice President and Chief Engineer, Boeing
Commercial Airplanes, The Boeing Company. FULL, Oct.
30, 2019, ``The Boeing 737 MAX: Examining the Design,
Development, and Marketing of the Aircraft.''
Harden, Phyllis, Executive Assistant, Pine Bluff Sand and
Gravel Co. WR&E, Apr. 10, 2019, ``The Cost of Doing
Nothing: Why Full Utilization of the Harbor Maintenance
Trust Fund and Investment in our Nation's Waterways
Matter.''
Harder, Josh, a Representative in Congress from the 10th
District of California. FULL, May 1, 2019, ``Committee
on Transportation and Infrastructure Members' Day
Hearing.''
Harrison, W. Chris, Principle, Ogletree Deakins, testifying on
behalf of Airlines for America. AV, Jan. 15, 2020,
``Oversight of Working Conditions for Airline Ground
Workers.''
Hawkins, Darren D., President and Chief Executive Officer, YRC
Worldwide, Inc., testifying on behalf of the American
Trucking Associations. H&T, Sep. 11, 2019. ``Pricing
and Technology Strategies to Address Congestion on and
Financing of America's Roads.''
Heaps, Jill Witkowski, Assistant Professor of Law, Vermont Law
School. WR&E Mar. 7, 2019, ``The Clean Water State
Revolving Fund: How Federal Infrastructure Investment
Can Help Communities Modernize Water Infrastructure and
Address Affordability Challenges.''
Hecht, Sean, Co-Executive Director, Emmett Institute on Climate
Change and the Environment, School of Law, University
of California, Los Angeles. CG&MT, Sep. 25, 2019,
``Coast Guard and Port Infrastructure: Built to Last?''
Hempowicz, Elizabeth ``Liz'', Director, Public Policy, Project
on Government Oversight. EDPB&EM, Sep. 25, 2019,
``Landlord and Tenant: The Trump Administration's
Oversight of the Trump International Hotel Lease.''
Hickey, Michael, Hoosick Falls, New York. WR&E, Sep. 18, 2019,
``The Administration's Priorities and Policy
Initiatives Under the Clean Water Act.''
Higdon, Chad, Chief Executive Officer, Second Hand Community
Food Bank. EDPB&EM, Jul. 28, 2020, ``Experiences of
Vulnerable Populations During Disaster.''
Higgins, Brian, a Representative in Congress from the 26th
District of New York. WR&E, Feb. 27, 2020, ``Proposals
for a Water Resources Development Act of 2020: Members'
Day Hearing.''
Higgins, Clay, a Representative in Congress from the 3rd
District of Louisiana. WR&E, Feb. 27, 2020, ``Proposals
for a Water Resources Development Act of 2020: Members'
Day Hearing.''
Higgins, Eileen T., Commissioner, Miami-Dade County, State of
Florida. AV, Jan. 15, 2020, ``Oversight of Working
Conditions for Airline Ground Workers.''
Hillman, Jonathan E., Director, Reconnecting Asia Project,
Center for Strategic and International Studies. CG&MT,
Oct. 17, 2019, ``China's Maritime Silk Road Initiative:
Implications for the Global Maritime Supply Chain.''
Himes, James A., a Representative in Congress from the 4th
District of Connecticut. FULL, May 1, 2019, ``Committee
on Transportation and Infrastructure Members' Day
Hearing.''
Holstein, Elgie, Senior Director for Strategic Planning,
Environmental Defense Fund. RP&HM, Apr. 2, 2019,
``Pipeline Safety: Reviewing the Status of Mandates and
Examining Additional Safety Needs.''
Homendy, Jennifer, Board Member, National Transportation Safety
Board. RP&HM, Apr. 2, 2019, ``Pipeline Safety:
Reviewing the Status of Mandates and Examining
Additional Safety Needs.'' H&T, Apr. 9, 2019, ``Every
Life Counts: Improving the Safety of Our Nation's
Roadways.''
Hon. Mikie Sherrill, a Representative in Congress from the 11th
District of New Jersey. WR&E, Feb. 27, 2020,
``Proposals for a Water Resources Development Act of
2020: Members' Day Hearing.''
Hoyer, Steny H., a Representative in Congress from the 5th
District of Maryland. FULL, May 1, 2019, ``Committee on
Transportation and Infrastructure Members' Day
Hearing.''
Huizenga, Bill, a Representative in Congress from the 2nd
District of Michigan. WR&E, Feb. 27, 2020, ``Proposals
for a Water Resources Development Act of 2020: Members'
Day Hearing.''
Hurley, Alannah, Executive Director, United Tribes of Bristol
Bay. WR&E, Oct. 23, 2019, ``The Pebble Mine Project:
Process and Potential Impacts.''
I
Innis, Rob, Plant Manager, Sparrows Point, LafargeHolcim,
testifying on behalf of the Waterways Council Inc.
WR&E, Jul. 10, 2019, ``Water Resources Development
Acts: Status of Implementation and Assessing Future
Needs.''
J
Jackson, Steven, Principal, Aviation High School, New York,
accompanied by Mr. Mario Cotumaccio, Assistant
Principal. AV, Feb. 11, 2020, ``Looking Forward: The
Future of America's Aviation Maintenance and
Manufacturing Workforce.''
James, Rickey Dale ``R.D.'', Assistant Secretary of the Army
(Civil Works), Department of the Army. WR&E, Jul. 10,
2019, ``Water Resources Development Acts: Status of
Implementation and Assessing Future Needs.'' WR&E, Jan.
9, 2020, ``Proposals for a Water Resources Development
Act of 2020.''
Jayapal, Pramila, a Representative in Congress from the 7th
District of Washington. FULL, May 1, 2019, ``Committee
on transportation and Infrastructure Members' Day
Hearing.'' WR&E, Feb. 27, 2020, ``Proposals for a Water
Resources Development Act of 2020: Members' Day
Hearing.''
Jefferies, Ian J., President and Chief Executive Officer,
Association of American Railroads. H&T and RP&HM, Dec.
5, 2019, ``Where's My Stuff?: Examining the Economic,
Environmental, and Societal Impacts of Freight
Transportation.'' RP&HM, Mar. 4, 2020, ``Funding a
Robust Freight and Passenger Rail Network.'' RP&HM,
Nov. 18, 2020, ``Examining the Surface Transportation
Board's Role in Ensuring a Robust Passenger Rail
System.''
Jill-Gabriel, Julie, Vice President for Water Conservation, The
National Audubon Society. WR&E, Jul. 10, 2019, ``Water
Resources Development Acts: Status of Implementation
and Assessing Future Needs.''
Johnson, Mike, a Representative in Congress from the 4th
District of Louisiana. WR&E, Feb. 27, 2020, ``Proposals
for a Water Resources Development Act of 2020: Members'
Day Hearing.''
Jolin, Elizabeth, Captain, The Bay and Reef Company of the
Florida Keys. WR&E. Sep. 24, 2020, ``The Comprehensive
Everglades Restoration Plan and Water Management in
Florida.''
Jones, Fred, Vice Mayor, City of Neptune Beach, Florida,
testifying on behalf of Transportation for America.
H&T, Apr. 9, 2019, ``Every Life Counts: Improving the
Safety of Our Nation's Roadways.''
K
Kahn, Zachary, Director of Government Relations, BYD Heavy
Industries. FULL, May 13, 2019, ``The Impacts of State-
Owned Enterprises on Public Transit and Freight Rail
Sectors.''
Kampschroer, Kevin, Director, Office of Federal High-
Performance Green Buildings, U.S. General Services
Administration. EDPB&EM, Jun. 11, 2019, ``Efficiency
and Resiliency in Federal Building Design and
Construction.''
Kaniewski, Daniel, Deputy Administrator for Resilience, Federal
Emergency Management Agency, U.S. Department of
Homeland Security. EDPB&EM, May 22, 2019, ``Disaster
Preparedness: DRRA Implementation and FEMA Readiness.''
Kaptur, Marcy, a Representative in Congress from the 9th
District of Ohio. WR&E, Feb. 27, 2020, ``Proposals for
a Water Resources Development Act of 2020: Members' Day
Hearing.''
Keating, William R., a Representative in Congress from the 9th
District of Massachusetts. FULL, May 1, 2019,
``Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure
Members' Day Hearing.'' WR&E, Feb. 27, 2020,
``Proposals for a Water Resources Development Act of
2020: Members' Day Hearing.''
Keller, Fred, a Representative in Congress from the 12th
District of Pennsylvania. WR&E, Feb. 27, 2020,
``Proposals for a Water Resources Development Act of
2020: Members' Day Hearing.''
Keogh, Becky W., Secretary, Department of Energy and
Environment, and Director, Division of Environmental
Quality, State of Arkansas. WR&E, Sep. 18, 2019, ``The
Administration's Priorities and Policy Initiatives
Under the Clean Water Act.''
Khanna, Ro, a Representative in Congress from the 17th District
of California. FULL, May 1, 2019, ``Committee on
Transportation and Infrastructure Members' Day
Hearing.''
Khouri, Michael A., Chairman, Federal Maritime Commission.
CG&MT, May 21, 2019, ``Review of Fiscal Year 2020
Budget for the Coast Guard and Maritime Transportation
Programs.''
Kiefer, Matthew, Member, Technical Advisory Board. FULL, Dec.
11, 2019, ``The Boeing 737 MAX: Examining the Federal
Aviation Administration's Oversight of the Aircraft's
Certification.''
Kilmer, Derek, a Representative in Congress from the 6th
District of Washington. WR&E, Feb. 27, 2020,
``Proposals for a Water Resources Development Act of
2020: Members' Day Hearing.''
Kindberg, B. Lee, Head, Environment and Sustainability, Maersk
Line/Maersk Agency, USA. CG&MT, Jan. 14, 2020, ``The
Path to a Carbon-Free Maritime Industry: Investments
and Innovation.''
King, Steve, a Representative in Congress from the 4th District
of Iowa. FULL, May 1, 2019, ``Committee on
Transportation and Infrastructure Members' Day
Hearing.''
Klein, Matt, Executive Vice President and Chief Commercial
Officer, Spirit Airlines. AV, Mar. 3, 2020, ``The
Airline Passenger Experience: What it Is and What It
Can Be.''
Kopocis, Ken, Associate Professor, College of Law, American
University. WR&E, Sep. 18, 2019, ``The Administration's
Priorities and Policy Initiatives Under the Clean Water
Act.''
Kraft, Brian, Owner, Alaska Sportsmen's Lodge. WR&E, Oct. 23,
2019, ``The Pebble Mine Project: Process and Potential
Impacts.''
Krause, Heather, Director, Physical Infrastructure Issues, U.S.
Government Accountability Office. AV, Feb. 11, 2020,
``Looking Forward: The Future of America's Aviation
Maintenance and Manufacturing Workforce.''
Krauter Lawrence J., Chief Executive Officer, Spokane
International Airport. FULL, Feb. 7, 2019, ``The Cost
of Doing Nothing: Why Investing in Our Nation's
Infrastructure Cannot Wait.'' FULL, Mar. 26, 2019,
``The Cost of Doing Nothing: Why Investment in Our
Nation's Airports Matter.''
Kricun, Andrew, Executive Director and Chief Engineer, Camden
County Municipal Utilities Authority, Camden, New
Jersey, testifying on behalf of The National
Association of Clean Water Agencies. WR&E Mar. 7, 2019,
``The Clean Water State Revolving Fund: How Federal
Infrastructure Investment Can Help Communities
Modernize Water Infrastructure and Address
Affordability Challenges.''
Kuprewicz, Richard B., President, Accufacts, Inc. RP&HM, Apr.
2, 2019, ``Pipeline Safety: Reviewing the Status of
Mandates and Examining Additional Safety Needs.''
L
LaHood, Ray, Co-Chair, Building America's Future. FULL, Feb. 7,
2019, ``The Cost of Doing Nothing: Why Investing in Our
Nation's Infrastructure Cannot Wait.''
Lang, Catherine ``Kate'', Senior Advisor, Aviation Workforce
Outreach, Federal Aviation Administration, Department
of Transportation. AV, Feb. 11, 2020, ``Looking
Forward: The Future of America's Aviation Maintenance
and Manufacturing Workforce.''
Langevin, James R., a Representative in Congress from the 2nd
District of Rhode Island. FULL, May 1, 2019,
``Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure
Members' Day Hearing.''
Lawrence, Earl, Executive Director, Aircraft Certification
Service, Federal Aviation Administration. FULL, Dec.
11, 2019, ``The Boeing 737 MAX: Examining the Federal
Aviation Administration's Oversight of the Aircraft's
Certification.''
Lawrence, Earl, Executive Director, Aircraft Certification,
Federal Aviation Administration, U.S. Department of
Transportation. AV, May 15, 2019, ``Status of the
Boeing 737 MAX.''
Leader, Joe, Chief Executive Officer, Airline Passenger
Experience Association. AV, Mar. 3, 2020, ``The Airline
Passenger Experience: What it Is and What It Can Be.''
Lee, Angela C., Director, Charlotte Water, Charlotte, North
Carolina, testifying on behalf of The Water Environment
Federation and The National Association of Clean Water
Agencies. FULL, Feb. 7, 2019, ``The Cost of Doing
Nothing: Why Investing in Our Nation's Infrastructure
Cannot Wait.''
Liu, Lirio, Executive Director, FAA Aviation Safety
Organization Office of Rulemaking, Federal Aviation
Administration AV, Sep. 26, 2019, ``A Work in Progress:
Implementation of the FAA Reauthorization Act of
2018.''
Lofgren, Zoe, a Representative in Congress from the 19th
District of California. FULL, May 1, 2019, ``Committee
on Transportation and Infrastructure Members' Day
Hearing.''
Lomax, Timothy J., Regents Fellow, Transportation Institute,
Texas A&M. H&T, Sep. 11, 2019, ``Pricing and Technology
Strategies to Address Congestion on and Financing of
America's Roads.''
Lopano, Joseph W., Chief Executive Officer, Tampa International
Airport. FULL, Mar. 26, 2019, ``The Cost of Doing
Nothing: Why Investment in Our Nation's Airports
Matter.''
Luria, Elaine G., a Representative in Congress from the 2nd
District of Virginia. FULL, May 1, 2019, ``Committee on
Transportation and Infrastructure Members' Day
Hearing.''
M
MacPherson, Teresa, Canine Handler, Fire and Rescue Department/
Virginia Task Force 1, Fairfax County, Virginia.
EDPB&EM. Feb. 12, 2020, ``Animals in Disasters.''
Maleh, Rachel, Executive Director, Operation Lifesaver, Inc.
RP&HM, Feb. 5, 2020, ``Tracking Toward Zero: Improving
Grade Crossing Safety and Addressing Community
Concerns.''
Maratea, Arthur, National President, Transportation
Communication Union, International Association of
Machinists and Aerospace Workers. RP&HM, Sep. 9, 2020,
``Amtrak's Response to COVID-19.''
Marshall, Roger W., a Representative in Congress from the 1st
District of Kansas. FULL, May 1, 2019, ``Committee on
Transportation and Infrastructure Members' Day
Hearing.'' WR&E, Feb. 27, 2020, ``Proposals for a Water
Resources Development Act of 2020: Members' Day
Hearing.''
Martz, Jon W., Director, Government and Public Affairs, Commute
with Enterprise. H&T, Oct. 16, 2019, ``Examining the
Future of Transportation Network Companies: Challenges
and Opportunities.''
Mathers, Jason, Director, Vehicles and Freight Strategy,
Environmental Defense Fund. H&T and RP&HM, Dec. 5,
2019, ``Where's My Stuff?: Examining the Economic,
Environmental, and Societal Impacts of Freight
Transportation.''
Mathews, Daniel, Commissioner, Public Buildings Service, U.S.
General Services Administration. EDPB&EM, Sep. 25,
2019, ``Landlord and Tenant: The Trump Administration's
Oversight of the Trump International Hotel Lease.''
Mathews, Jim, President and Chief Executive Officer, Rail
Passengers Association. RP&HM, Nov. 13, 2019, ``Amtrak
Now and Into the Future.'' RP&HM, Sep. 9, 2020,
``Amtrak's Response to COVID-19.''
Matsui, Doris O., a Representative in Congress from the 6th
District of California. FULL, May 1, 2019, ``Committee
on Transportation and Infrastructure Members' Day
Hearing.'' WR&E, Feb. 27, 2020, ``Proposals for a Water
Resources Development Act of 2020: Members' Day
Hearing.''
May, Reese C., Chief Strategy and Innovation Officer, The Saint
Bernard Project. EDBP&EM, Oct. 22, 2019, ``An
Assessment of Federal Recovery Efforts from Recent
Disasters.''
McArdle Rich, President, UPS Freight, testifying on behalf of
the U.S. Chamber of Commerce. FULL, Feb. 7, 2019, ``The
Cost of Doing Nothing: Why Investing in Our Nation's
Infrastructure Cannot Wait.''
McBride, David, Director, Armstrong Flight Research Center,
National Aeronautics and Space Administration. AV, Mar.
12, 2019, ``Looking Forward: Aviation 2050.''
McDermott, Joseph, Managing Director, Technical Operations,
Delta Air Lines. AV, Feb. 11, 2020, ``Looking Forward:
The Future of America's Aviation Maintenance and
Manufacturing Workforce.''
McDonald, Sandy-Michael E., Director, Office of Economic and
Small Business Development, Broward County, Florida.
FULL, Sep. 23, 2020, ``Driving Equity: The U.S.
Department of Transportation's Disadvantaged Business
Enterprise Program.''
McGee, William J., Aviation Consultant, Consumer Reports. AV,
Mar. 3, 2020, ``The Airline Passenger Experience: What
it Is and What It Can Be.''
McGraw, Candace S., Chief Executive Officer, Cincinnati/
Northern Kentucky International Airport. FULL, Mar. 26,
2019, ``The Cost of Doing Nothing: Why Investment in
Our Nation's Airports Matter.''
McLean, Andrew J., Chair, Joint Standing Committee on
Transportation, House of Representatives, State of
Maine, testifying on behalf of the National Conference
of State Legislatures. H&T, Jul. 25, 2019, ``Examining
the Federal Role in Improving School Bus Safety.''
McLerran, Dennis J., Attorney, Cascadia Law Group. WR&E, Oct.
23, 2019, ``The Pebble Mine Project: Process and
Potential Impacts.''
McMillan, Therese W., Executive Director, Metropolitan
Transportation Commission, testifying on behalf of the
Association of Metropolitan Planning Organization. H&T,
Mar. 13, 2019, ``Aligning Federal Surface
Transportation Policy to Meet 21st Century Needs.''
Meckes, R. Douglas, DVM, State Veterinarian, Department of
Agriculture and Consumer Services, State of North
Carolina. EDPB&EM. Feb. 12, 2020, ``Animals in
Disasters.''
Meira Kristin, Executive Director, Pacific Northwest Waterways
Association. FULL, Feb. 7, 2019, ``The Cost of Doing
Nothing: Why Investing in Our Nation's Infrastructure
Cannot Wait.''
Meng, Grace, a Representative in Congress from the 6th District
of New York. FULL, May 1, 2019, ``Committee on
Transportation and Infrastructure Members' Day
Hearing.''
Merick, Sima, Executive Director, Ohio Emergency Management
Agency, testifying on behalf of the National Emergency
Management Association. EDPB&EM, May 22, 2019,
``Disaster Preparedness: DRRA Implementation and FEMA
Readiness.''
Messner, John, Vice-Chairperson, District 1 Commissioner,
Gunnison County, Colorado Board of Commissioners,
testifying on behalf of National Association of
Counties. EDPB&EM, Apr. 9, 2019, ``Building Prosperity:
EDA's Role in Economic Development and Recovery.''
Metcalf, Kathy, President and Chief Executive Officer, Chamber
of Shipping of America. CG&MT, Jan. 14, 2020, ``The
Path to a Carbon-Free Maritime Industry: Investments
and Innovation.''
Millar, Roger M., Secretary, Department of Transportation,
State of Washington, testifying on behalf of the
American Association of State Highway and
Transportation Officials. H&T, Mar. 13, 2019,
``Aligning Federal Surface Transportation Policy to
Meet 21st Century Needs.''
Miller, Paul A., Legislative Counsel, The Transportation
Alliance. H&T, Oct. 16, 2019, ``Examining the Future of
Transportation Network Companies: Challenges and
Opportunities.''
Miller, Rodrick T., Chief Executive Officer, Invest Puerto
Rico, testifying on behalf of International Economic
Development Council. EDPB&EM, Apr. 9, 2019, ``Building
Prosperity: EDA's Role in Economic Development and
Recovery.''
Moilanen, Adam W., Vice President, Health, Safety, Quality and
Environment, American Bureau of Shipping. CG&MT, Nov.
14, 2019, ``Commercial and Passenger Vessel Safety:
Challenges and Opportunities.''
Mokszycki, John, Water and Sewer Superintendent, Town of
Greenport, New York, testifying on behalf of The
National Rural Water Association. WR&E Mar. 7, 2019,
``The Clean Water State Revolving Fund: How Federal
Infrastructure Investment Can Help Communities
Modernize Water Infrastructure and Address
Affordability Challenges.''
Moore, Gwen, a Representative in Congress from the 4th District
of Wisconsin. FULL, May 1, 2019, ``Committee on
Transportation and Infrastructure Members' Day
Hearing.''
Moore, Nathan, Assistant Commandant for Engineering and
Logistics Officer, U.S. Coast Guard. CG&MT, Sep. 25,
2019, ``Coast Guard and Port Infrastructure: Built to
Last?''
Morelle, Joseph D., a Representative in Congress from the 25th
District of New York. WR&E, Feb. 27, 2020, ``Proposals
for a Water Resources Development Act of 2020: Members'
Day Hearing.''
Morris, Jason A., Assistant Vice President, Safety and
Environment, Norfolk Southern Corporation. RP&HM, Feb.
5, 2020, ``Tracking Toward Zero: Improving Grade
Crossing Safety and Addressing Community Concerns.''
Mortensen, Stacey, Executive Director, San Joaquin Regional
Rail Commission. RP&HM, Nov. 13, 2019, ``Amtrak Now and
Into the Future.''
Moulton, Seth, a Representative in Congress from the 6th
District of Massachusetts. RP&HM, Apr. 2, 2019,
``Pipeline Safety: Reviewing the Status of Mandates and
Examining Additional Safety Needs.''
Muilenburg, Dennis A., President and Chief Executive Officer,
The Boeing Company. FULL, Oct. 30, 2019, ``The Boeing
737 MAX: Examining the Design, Development, and
Marketing of the Aircraft.''
Muro, Mark, Policy Director and Senior Fellow, Metropolitan
Policy Program, Brookings Institution. EDPB&EM, Apr. 9,
2019, ``Building Prosperity: EDA's Role in Economic
Development and Recovery.''
Murphy, Emily W., Administrator, U.S. General Services
Administration. EDPB&EM, Jan. 28, 2020, ``GSA Outleases
and the Trump Old Post Office Hotel.''
N
Nadeau, John, (Rear Admiral), Assistant Commandant for
Prevention Policy, United States Coast Guard. CG&MT,
Mar. 6, 2019, ``U.S. Maritime and Shipbuilding
Industries: Strategies to Improve Regulation, Economic
Opportunities, and Competitiveness.''
Nass, Jon, Chief Executive Officer, Maine Port Authority.
CG&MT, Jun. 19, 2019, ``Short Sea Shipping: Rebuilding
America's Maritime Industry.''
Nathanson, Nancy, State Representative, State of Oregon. RP&HM,
Nov. 13, 2019, ``Amtrak Now and Into the Future.''
Neeley, Jay J., III, Vice President, Law and Public Affairs,
Gulfstream Aerospace. AV, Feb. 11, 2020, ``Looking
Forward: The Future of America's Aviation Maintenance
and Manufacturing Workforce.''
Neguse, Joe, a Representative in Congress from the 2nd District
of Colorado. FULL, May 1, 2019, ``Committee on
Transportation and Infrastructure Members' Day
Hearing.''
Nelson, Sara, International President, Association of Flight
Attendants-CWA. AV, Feb. 13, 2019, ``Putting U.S.
Aviation at Risk: The Impact of the Shutdown.'' AV,
Jun. 19, 2019, ``Status of the Boeing 737 MAX:
Stakeholder Perspectives.'' AV, Sep. 26, 2019, ``A Work
in Progress: Implementation of the FAA Reauthorization
Act of 2018.''
Newhouse, Dan, a Representative in Congress from the 4th
District of Washington. FULL, May 1, 2019, ``Committee
on Transportation and Infrastructure Members' Day
Hearing.''
Nirenberg, Ron, Mayor, City of San Antonio, Texas, testifying
on behalf of the National League of Cities. H&T, Mar.
13, 2019, ``Aligning Federal Surface Transportation
Policy to Meet 21st Century Needs.''
Niver, Mark, Fisherman, Surrender Salmon Co. WR&E, Oct. 23,
2019, ``The Pebble Mine Project: Process and Potential
Impacts.''
Nixon, Pam, President, People Concerned About Chemical Safety.
WR&E, Sep. 18, 2019, ``The Administration's Priorities
and Policy Initiatives Under the Clean Water Act.''
Njoroge, Paul, husband of Carolyne Karanja, father of Ryan
Njuguna, Kelli Pauls, Rubi Pauls, and son-in-Law of
Anne Karanja, Victims of Flight ET302, testifying on
behalf of the Families of Ethiopian Airlines Flight
302; accompanied by Mr. Michael Stumo, father of Samya
Stumo, victim of ET302. AV, Jul. 17, 2019, ``State of
Aviation Safety.''
Noble, Rodney, Senior Director for Transportation Global
Procurement, PepsiCo. H&T, Jun. 12, 2019, ``Under
Pressure: The State of Trucking in America.''
Noel, Randy, President, Reve, Inc., testifying on behalf of the
National Association of Home Builders. EDPB&EM, May 22,
2019, ``Disaster Preparedness: DRRA Implementation and
FEMA Readiness.''
Norman, Sandra D., Administrator, Civil Rights Division,
Department of Transportation, Commonwealth of Virginia.
FULL, Sep. 23, 2020, ``Driving Equity: The U.S.
Department of Transportation's Disadvantaged Business
Enterprise Program.''
O
O'Toole, Randal, Senior Fellow, Cato Institute. RP&HM, Nov. 18,
2020, ``Examining the Surface Transportation Board's
Role in Ensuring a Robust Passenger Rail System.''
Oberman, Martin J., Vice Chair, Surface Transportation Board.
RP&HM, Nov. 18, 2020, ``Examining the Surface
Transportation Board's Role in Ensuring a Robust
Passenger Rail System.''
Ochoa, Carol, Inspector General, U.S. General Services
Administration. EDPB&EM, Sep. 25, 2019, ``Landlord and
Tenant: The Trump Administration's Oversight of the
Trump International Hotel Lease.''
O'Halleran, Tom, a Representative in Congress from the 1st
District of Arizona. FULL, May 1, 2019, ``Committee on
Transportation and Infrastructure Members' Day
Hearing.'' WR&E, Feb. 27, 2020, ``Proposals for a Water
Resources Development Act of 2020: Members' Day
Hearing.''
Olson, Pete, a Representative in Congress from the 22nd
District of Texas. WR&E, Feb. 27, 2020, ``Proposals for
a Water Resources Development Act of 2020: Members' Day
Hearing.''
Omar, Ilhan, a Representative in Congress from the 5th District
of Minnesota. FULL, May 1, 2019, ``Committee on
Transportation and Infrastructure Members' Day
Hearing.''
O'Shea, Matthew, Alderman, 19th Ward, City of Chicago,
Illinois. RP&HM, Feb. 5, 2020, ``Tracking Toward Zero:
Improving Grade Crossing Safety and Addressing
Community Concerns.''
P
Padden, Thomas W., United States Interdiction Coordinator,
Office of National Drug Control Policy, Executive
Office of the President. CG&MT, Jun. 4, 2019, ``Western
Hemisphere Drug Interdictions: Why Maintaining Coast
Guard Operations Matter.''
Page, Lee, Senior Associate Advocacy Director, Paralyzed
Veterans of America. AV, Mar. 3, 2020, ``The Airline
Passenger Experience: What it Is and What It Can Be.''
Patch, Richard, Vice President, Federal Affairs, American
Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals.
EDPB&EM, Feb. 12, 2020, ``Animals in Disasters.''
Patrick-Cooper Marlene, President, Unite Here Local 23. AV,
Jan. 15, 2020, ``Oversight of Working Conditions for
Airline Ground Workers.''
Paul, Scott N., President, Alliance for American Manufacturing.
FULL, May 13, 2019, ``The Impacts of State-Owned
Enterprises on Public Transit and Freight Rail
Sectors.''
Pecori, Sergio ``Satch'' A., Chief Executive Officer, Hanson
Professional Services. H&T, Feb. 6, 2020, ``Assessing
the Transportation Needs of Tribes, Federal Land
Management Agencies, and U.S. Territories.''
Perrone, Michael, National President, Professional Aviation
Safety Specialists. AV, Feb. 13, 2019, ``Putting U.S.
Aviation at Risk: The Impact of the Shutdown.'' AV,
Jul. 17, 2020, ``State of Aviation Safety.''
Peters, Scott H., a Representative in Congress from the 52nd
District of California. FULL, May 1, 2019, ``Committee
on Transportation and Infrastructure Members' Day
Hearing.''
Petty, Nelson, Jr., Commissioner, Department of Public Works,
U.S. Virgin Islands. H&T, Feb. 6, 2020, ``Assessing the
Transportation Needs of Tribes, Federal Land Management
Agencies, and U.S. Territories.''
Phillips, Ann C., (Rear Admiral, Ret.) Special Assistant to the
Governor for Coastal Adaption and Protection, Office to
the Governor, Commonwealth of Virginia. CG&MT, Sep. 25,
2019, ``Coast Guard and Port Infrastructure: Built to
Last?'' WR&E Nov. 19, 2019, ``Concepts for the Next
Water Resources Development Act: Promoting Resiliency
of Our Nation's Water Resources Infrastructure.''
Phillips, Dean, a Representative in Congress from the 3rd
District of Minnesota. FULL, May 1, 2019, ``Committee
on Transportation and Infrastructure Members' Day
Hearing.''
Pierce, Dennis R., President, Brotherhood of Locomotive
Engineers and Trainmen. RP&HM, Jun. 20, 2019, ``The
State of the Rail Workforce.''
Pierson, Edward F., retired Boeing employee. FULL, Dec. 11,
2019, ``The Boeing 737 MAX: Examining the Federal
Aviation Administration's Oversight of the Aircraft's
Certification.''
Pine, Dave, Supervisor, District 1, San Mateo County Board of
Supervisors and Chair of the San Francisco Bay
Restoration Authority Governing Board. WR&E, Jun. 25,
2019, ``Protecting and Restoring America's Iconic
Waters.''
Pineda, Ricardo S., Supervising Engineer, Water Resources,
Division of Flood Management, Department of Water
Resources, State of California, testifying on behalf of
the Association of State Floodplain Managers. WR&E,
Nov. 19, 2019, ``Concepts for the Next Water Resources
Development Act: Promoting Resiliency of our Nation's
Water Resources Infrastructure.''
Pinkerton, Sharon, Senior Vice President, Legislative and
Regulatory Policy, Airlines for America. AV, Jun. 19,
2019, ``Status of the Boeing 737 MAX: Stakeholder
Perspectives.''
Poland, Kristin, Deputy Director, Office of Highway Safety,
National Transportation Safety Board. H&T, Jul. 25,
2019, ``Examining the Federal Role in Improving School
Bus Safety.''
Posey, Bill, a Representative in Congress from the 8th District
of Florida. WR&E, Feb. 27, 2020, ``Proposals for a
Water Resources Development Act of 2020: Members' Day
Hearing.''
Poulin, Steven D., (Rear Admiral--USCG), Director of
Operations, United States Southern Command. CG&MT, Jun.
4, 2019, ``Western Hemisphere Drug Interdictions: Why
Maintaining Coast Guard Operations Matter.''
Previsich, John, President, Transportation Division,
International Association of Sheet Metal, Air, Rail and
Transportation Workers Mr. Jerry C. Boles, President,
Brotherhood of Railroad Signalmen. RP&HM, Jun. 20,
2019. ``The State of the Rail Workforce.''
Prochazka, Ben; Vice President, Electrification Coalition.
FULL, Feb. 26, 2019, ``Examining How Federal
Infrastructure Policy Could Help Mitigate and Adapt to
Climate Change.''
Proctor, James M., II, Senior Vice President and General
Counsel, McWane, Inc FULL, Feb. 26, 2019, ``Examining
How Federal Infrastructure Policy Could Help Mitigate
and Adapt to Climate Change.''
Prophete, Donielle, Vice President, CWA Local 3645,
Communications Workers of America. AV, Jan. 15, 2020,
``Oversight of Working Conditions for Airline Ground
Workers.''
Q
Quigley, Mike, a Representative in Congress from the 5th
District of Illinois. FULL, May 1, 2019, ``Committee on
Transportation and Infrastructure Members' Day
Hearing.''
R
Ralph, F. Martin (Marty), Director, Center for Western Weather
and Water Extremes, Scripps Institution of Oceanography
at UC San Diego. WR&E, Jul. 10, 2019, ``Water Resources
Development Acts: Status of Implementation and
Assessing Future Needs.''
Ray, Charles W., (ADM-USCG), Vice Commandant, United States
Coast Guard. CG&MT, May 8, 2019, ``The Cost of Doing
Nothing: Maritime Infrastructure Vulnerabilities in an
Emerging Arctic.''
Regan, Greg, Secretary-Treasurer, Transportation Trades
Department, AFL-CIO. RP&HM, Nov. 13, 2019, ``Amtrak Now
and Into the Future.''
Reif Aron, Transportation Program Manager, Office of
Acquisition and Property Management, U.S. Department of
the Interior. H&T, Feb. 6, 2020, ``Assessing the
Transportation Needs of Tribes, Federal Land Management
Agencies, and U.S. Territories.''
Rinaldi, Paul M., President, National Air Traffic Controllers
Association, AFL-CIO. AV, Feb. 13, 2019, ``Putting U.S.
Aviation at Risk: The Impact of the Shutdown.''
Ritter, Gary, Assistant Director, Government and Community
Affairs, Florida Farm Bureau Federation. WR&E. Sep. 24,
2020, ``The Comprehensive Everglades Restoration Plan
and Water Management in Florida.''
Roberts, Michael G., Senior Vice President and General Counsel,
Crowley Maritime, testifying on behalf of American
Maritime Partnership. CG&MT, Mar. 6, 2019, ``U.S.
Maritime and Shipbuilding Industries: Strategies to
Improve Regulation, Economic Opportunities, and
Competitiveness.'' Testifying on behalf of the American
Maritime Partnership. CG&MT, May 29, 2020, ``The Status
of the U.S. Maritime Supply Chain During the COVID-19
Pandemic.''
Rogoff, Peter M., Chief Executive Officer, Sound Transit.
RP&HM, Sep. 24, 2019, ``Challenges and Opportunities
for Commuter Railroads.''
Rorick, Robin, Vice President of Midstream and Industry
Operations, American Petroleum Institute. RP&HM, Apr.
2, 2019, ``Pipeline Safety: Reviewing the Status of
Mandates and Examining Additional Safety Needs.''
Rose, Max, a Representative in Congress from the 11th District
of New York. FULL, May 1, 2019, ``Committee on
Transportation and Infrastructure Members' Day
Hearing.''
Ross, Dave, Assistant Administrator, Office of Water, U.S.
Environmental protection Agency. WR&E, Sep. 18, 2019,
``The Administration's Priorities and Policy
Initiatives Under the Clean Water Act.''
Ross, Kevin, First Vice President, The National Corn Growers
Association. WR&E, Apr. 10, 2019, ``The Cost of Doing
Nothing: Why Full Utilization of the Harbor Maintenance
Trust Fund and Investment in our Nation's Waterways
Matter.''
Roth, Marcie, Executive Director and Chief Executive Officer,
World Institute on Disability. EDPB&EM, Jul. 28, 2020,
``Experiences of Vulnerable Populations During
Disaster.''
Russell, Mark testifying on behalf of the Green Globes
Accessor, Green Building Initiative. EDPB&EM, Jun. 11,
2019, ``Efficiency and Resiliency in Federal Building
Design and Construction.''
S
Salerno, Brian, (VADM Ret.-USCG), Senior Vice President,
Maritime Policy, Cruise Lines International
Association. CG&MT, Nov. 14, 2019, ``Commercial and
Passenger Vessel Safety: Challenges and
Opportunities.''
Samet, Melissa, Senior Water Resources Counsel, National
Wildlife Federation. WR&E Nov. 19, 2019, ``Concepts for
the Next Water Resources Development Act: Promoting
Resiliency of Our Nation's Water Resources
Infrastructure.''
Samuelsen, John, International President, Transport Workers
Union. Jul. 17, 2019, AV, ``State of Aviation Safety.''
Sanchez, Linda T., a Representative in Congress from the 38th
District of California. WR&E, Feb. 27, 2020,
``Proposals for a Water Resources Development Act of
2020: Members' Day Hearing.''
Sandberg, Andrew W., Assistant to the President, Directing
General Chairman, District Lodge 19, International
Association of Machinists and Aerospace Workers. RP&HM,
Jun. 20, 2019, ``The State of the Rail Workforce.''
Saumweber, Whitley J., Director, Stephenson Ocean Security
(SOS) Project, Center for Strategic and International
Studies. FULL, Feb. 26, 2019, ``Examining How Federal
Infrastructure Policy Could Help Mitigate and Adapt to
Climate Change.''
Savage, Mark, Deputy Chief, Colorado Highway Patrol, testifying
on behalf of the Commercial Vehicle Safety Alliance.
H&T, Jun. 12, 2019, ``Under Pressure: The State of
Trucking in America.''
Sbragia, Chad, Deputy Assistant Secretary of Defense for China,
Office of the Secretary, Department of Defense. CG&MT,
Oct. 17, 2019, ``China's Maritime Silk Road Initiative:
Implications for the Global Maritime Supply Chain.''
Scanlon, Mary Gay, a Representative in Congress from the 5th
District of Pennsylvania. FULL, May 1, 2019,
``Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure
Members' Day Hearing.''
Scarlett, Lynn, Vice President, Policy and Government Affairs,
The Nature Conservancy. FULL, Feb. 26, 2019,
``Examining How Federal Infrastructure Policy Could
Help Mitigate and Adapt to Climate Change.''
Schiff, Adam B., a Representative in Congress from the 28th
District of California. WR&E, Feb. 27, 2020,
``Proposals for a Water Resources Development Act of
2020: Members' Day Hearing.''
Schneider, Bradley Scott, a Representative in Congress from the
10th District of Illinois. WR&E, Feb. 27, 2020,
``Proposals for a Water Resources Development Act of
2020: Members' Day Hearing.''
Schrader, Kurt, a Representative in Congress from the 5th
District of Oregon. WR&E, Feb. 27, 2020, ``Proposals
for a Water Resources Development Act of 2020: Members'
Day Hearing.''
Schultz, Karl P., ADM, Commandant, U.S. Coast Guard. CG&MT, May
21, 2019, ``Review of Fiscal Year 2020 Budget for the
Coast Guard and Maritime Transportation Programs.''
Schulze, Dana, Deputy Director, National Transportation Safety
Board. AV, May 15, 2019, ``Status of the Boeing 737
MAX.'' AV, Jul. 17, 2019, ``State of Aviation Safety.''
Scott, Robert C. ``Bobby'', a Representative in Congress from
the 3rd District of Virginia. WR&E, Feb. 27, 2020,
``Proposals for a Water Resources Development Act of
2020: Members' Day Hearing.''
Scribner, Marc, Senior Fellow, Competitive Enterprise
Institute. FULL, Mar. 26, 2019, ``The Cost of Doing
Nothing: Why Investment in Our Nation's Airports
Matter.'' H&T, Sep. 11, 2019, ``Pricing and Technology
Strategies to Address Congestion on and Financing of
America's Roads.''
Searight, Amy E., Senior Adviser and Director, Southeast Asia
Program, Center for Strategic and International
Studies. CG&MT, Mar. 10, 2020, ``The International Role
of the United States Coast Guard.''
Semonite, Todd T. (Lt Gen ), Chief of Engineers and Commanding
General, Corps of Engineers, Department of the Army.
WR&E, Jan. 9, 2020, ``Proposals for a Water Resources
Development Act of 2020.''
Seroka, Eugene D., Executive Director, Port of Los Angeles.
WR&E, Apr. 10, 2019, ``The Cost of Doing Nothing: Why
Full Utilization of the Harbor Maintenance Trust Fund
and Investment in our Nation's Waterways Matter.''
Sewell, Mike, Active Transportation Service Line Leader,
Gresham Smith, testifying on behalf of the League of
American Bicyclists. H&T, Apr. 9, 2019, ``Every Life
Counts: Improving the Safety of Our Nation's
Roadways.''
Shalala, Donna E., a Representative in Congress from the 27th
District of Florida. FULL, May 1, 2019, ``Committee on
Transportation and Infrastructure Members' Day
Hearing.'' WR&E, Feb. 27, 2020, ``Proposals for a Water
Resources Development Act of 2020: Members' Day
Hearing.''
Shanahan, Robert J., Jr., Assistant to the President,
Brotherhood of Maintenance of Way Employees Division,
International Brotherhood of Teamsters. RP&HM, Mar. 4,
2020, ``Funding a Robust Freight and Passenger Rail
Network.''
Shaub, Walter M., Senior Adviser, Citizens for Responsibility
and Ethics in Washington. EDPB&EM, Sep. 25, 2019,
``Landlord and Tenant: The Trump Administration's
Oversight of the Trump International Hotel Lease.''
Shaw, Tomas M., Transit Operator, Southern Pennsylvania
Transportation Authority, testifying on behalf of the
Transportation Workers Union. FULL, Jun. 9, 2020, ``On
the Front Lines: The Impact of COVID-19 on
Transportation Workers.''
Sherrill, Mikie, a Representative in Congress from the 11th
District of New Jersey. FULL, May 1, 2019, ``Committee
on Transportation and Infrastructure Members' Day
Hearing.''
Skoutelas, Paul P., President and Chief Executive Officer,
American Public Transportation Association. H&T, Jul.
16, 2019, ``Oversight of the Federal Transit
Administration's Implementation of the Capital
Investment Grant Program.'' RP&HM, Sep. 24, 2019,
``Challenges and Opportunities for Commuter
Railroads.'' RP&HM, Nov. 18, 2020, ``Examining the
Surface Transportation Board's Role in Ensuring a
Robust Passenger Rail System.''
Slotkin, Elissa, a Representative in Congress from the 8th
District of Michigan. FULL, May 1, 2019, ``Committee on
Transportation and Infrastructure Members' Day
Hearing.'' WR&E, Feb. 27, 2020, ``Proposals for a Water
Resources Development Act of 2020: Members' Day
Hearing.''
Smith Christopher H., a Representative in Congress from the 4th
District of New Jersey. H&T, Oct. 16, 2019, ``Examining
the Future of Transportation Network Companies:
Challenges and Opportunities.''
Smith, Aaron, President and Chief Executive Officer, Offshore
Marine Service Association. CG&MT, Nov. 14, 2019,
``Commercial and Passenger Vessel Safety: Challenges
and Opportunities.''
Smith, Nicholas, Interim President and Chief Executive Officer,
The National Safety Council. H&T, Apr. 9, 2019, ``Every
Life Counts: Improving the Safety of Our Nation's
Roadways.''
Smith, Shepard, (Rear Admiral-USCG) Director, Office of Coast
Survey, National Oceanic and Atmospheric
Administration, Department of Commerce. CG&MT, May 8,
2019, ``The Cost of Doing Nothing: Maritime
Infrastructure Vulnerabilities in an Emerging Arctic.''
Spear, Chris, President and Chief Executive Officer, American
Trucking Associations. H&T, Jun. 12, 2019, ``Under
Pressure: The State of Trucking in America.''
Speier, Jackie, a Representative in Congress from the 14th
District of California. WR&E, Feb. 27, 2020,
``Proposals for a Water Resources Development Act of
2020: Members' Day Hearing.''
Spellmon, Scott A., Deputy Commanding General for Civil and
Emergency Operations, United States Army Corps of
Engineers, Department of the Army. WR&E, Jul. 10, 2019,
``Water Resources Development Acts: Status of
Implementation and Assessing Future Needs.''
Spencer, Todd, President, Owner-Operator Independent Drivers
Association. H&T, Jun. 12, 2019, ``Under Pressure: The
State of Trucking in America.''
Sperling Daniel, Board Member, California Air Resources Board.
FULL, Feb. 26, 2019, ``Examining How Federal
Infrastructure Policy Could Help Mitigate and Adapt to
Climate Change.''
Sprayberry, Mike, Director, Emergency Management, Department of
Public Safety, State of North Carolina, testifying on
behalf of the National Emergency Management
Association. EDPB&EM, Oct. 22, 2019, ``An Assessment of
Federal Recovery Efforts from Recent Disasters.''
Stanley, Algernon, Vice President, Stanley Construction
Company, Inc., testifying on behalf of Associated
General Contractors of America. H&T, Mar. 13, 2019,
``Aligning Federal Surface Transportation Policy to
Meet 21st Century Needs.''
Steil, Bryan, a Representative in Congress from the 1st
District of Wisconsin. WR&E, Feb. 27, 2020, ``Proposals
for a Water Resources Development Act of 2020: Members'
Day Hearing.''
Stephaich, Peter H., Chairman, Campbell Transportation Company,
testifying on behalf of the Waterways Council, Inc.
WR&E, Apr. 10, 2019, ``The Cost of Doing Nothing: Why
Full Utilization of the Harbor Maintenance Trust Fund
and Investment in our Nation's Waterways Matter.''
Stephens, Colleen, Vice President, Passenger Vessel
Association. CG&MT, Nov. 14, 2019, ``Commercial and
Passenger Vessel Safety: Challenges and
Opportunities.''
Steube, W. Gregory, a Representative in Congress from the 17th
District of Florida. WR&E, Feb. 27, 2020, ``Proposals
for a Water Resources Development Act of 2020: Members'
Day Hearing.''
Sullenberger, Chesley, Pilot, US Airways (Ret.). AV, Jun. 19,
2019, ``Status of the Boeing 737 MAX: Stakeholder
Perspectives.''
Sumwalt, Robert L., III, Chair, National Transportation Safety
Board. AV, May 15, 2019, ``Status of the Boeing 737
MAX.''
Suozzi, Thomas R., a Representative in Congress from the 3rd
District of New York. H&T, Oct. 16, 2019, ``Examining
the Future of Transportation Network Companies:
Challenges and Opportunities.''
Szabat, Joel, Acting Undersecretary for Policy, Department of
Transportation. AV, Sep. 26, 2019, ``A Work in
Progress: Implementation of the FAA Reauthorization Act
of 2018.''
T
Takano, Mark, a Representative in Congress from the 41st
District of California. FULL, May 1, 2019, ``Committee
on Transportation and Infrastructure Members' Day
Hearing.''
Taylor, Maureen, State Chairperson, Michigan Welfare Rights
Organization. WR&E Mar. 7, 2019, ``The Clean Water
State Revolving Fund: How Federal Infrastructure
Investment Can Help Communities Modernize Water
Infrastructure and Address Affordability Challenges.''
Tellez, Augustin, Executive Vice President, Seafarers
International Union, testifying behalf of American
Maritime Officers, Masters, Mates and Pilots, and The
Seafarers International Union. CG&MT, Mar. 6, 2019,
``U.S. Maritime and Shipbuilding Industries: Strategies
to Improve Regulation, Economic Opportunities, and
Competitiveness.''
Terry, Michael A., President and Chief Executive Officer,
IndyGo-Indianapolis Public Transportation Corporation,
testifying on behalf of the American Public
Transportation Association. H&T, Mar. 13, 2019,
``Aligning Federal Surface Transportation Policy to
Meet 21st Century Needs.''
Thompson, Glenn, a Representative in Congress from the 15th
District of Pennsylvania. FULL, May 1, 2019,
``Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure
Members' Day Hearing.'' WR&E, Feb. 27, 2020,
``Proposals for a Water Resources Development Act of
2020: Members' Day Hearing.''
Timme, Richard V., (Rear Admiral-USCG), Assistant Commandant
for Prevention Policy, U.S. Coast Guard. CG&MT, Nov.
14, 2019, ``Commercial and Passenger Vessel Safety:
Challenges and Opportunities.''
Tingstad, Abbie, Senior Physical Scientist, RAND Corporation.
CG&MT, May 8, 2019, ``The Cost of Doing Nothing:
Maritime Infrastructure Vulnerabilities in an Emerging
Arctic.''
Trahan, Lori, a Representative in Congress from the 3rd
District of Massachusetts. RP&HM, Apr. 2, 2019,
``Pipeline Safety: Reviewing the Status of Mandates and
Examining Additional Safety Needs.'' FULL, May 1, 2019,
``Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure
Members' Day Hearing.''
Trail, Kristi, Executive Director, Lake Pontchartrain Basin
Foundation. WR&E, Jun. 25, 2019, ``Protecting and
Restoring America's Iconic Waters.''
Treadwell, Mead, Co-Chair, Polar Institute, Woodrow Wilson
Center. CG&MT, May 8, 2019, ``The Cost of Doing
Nothing: Maritime Infrastructure Vulnerabilities in an
Emerging Arctic.''
Tuck, Giovanni K., (Lt. Gen.-USAF), Director for Logistics, J4,
Joint Chiefs of Staff. CG&MT, Oct. 17, 2019, ``China's
Maritime Silk Road Initiative: Implications for the
Global Maritime Supply Chain.''
Tymon, Jim, Executive Director, American Association of State
Highway and Transportation Officials. H&T and RP&HM,
Dec. 5, 2019, ``Where's My Stuff?: Examining the
Economic, Environmental, and Societal Impacts of
Freight Transportation.''
U
Ufner, Julie A., President, National Waterways Conference. WR&E
Nov. 19, 2019, ``Concepts for the Next Water Resources
Development Act: Promoting Resiliency of Our Nation's
Water Resources Infrastructure.''
Underwood, Lauren, a Representative in Congress from the 14th
District of Illinois. FULL, May 1, 2019, ``Committee on
Transportation and Infrastructure Members' Day
Hearing.''
V
Valenstein, Noah, Secretary, Department of Environmental
Protection, State of Florida. WR&E, Sep. 24, 2020,
``The Comprehensive Everglades Restoration Plan and
Water Management in Florida.''
Vanderhaden, Jason M., MCPOCG Master Chief Petty Officer U.S.
Coast Guard. CG&MT, May 21, 2019, ``Review of Fiscal
Year 2020 Budget for the Coast Guard and Maritime
Transportation Programs.''
Vela, Filemon, a Representative in Congress from the 34th
District of Texas. WR&E, Feb. 27, 2020, ``Proposals for
a Water Resources Development Act of 2020: Members' Day
Hearing.''
Velazquez Nydia M., a Representative in Congress from the 7th
District of New York. FULL, May 1, 2019, ``Committee on
Transportation and Infrastructure Members' Day
Hearing.''
Vercruysse, Brian Rail Safety Program Administrator, Commerce
Commission, State of Illinois. RP&HM, Feb. 5, 2020,
``Tracking Toward Zero: Improving Grade Crossing Safety
and Addressing Community Concerns.''
Von Ah, Andrew, Director, Physical Infrastructure, U.S.
Government Accountability Office. AV, Mar. 3, 2020,
``The Airline Passenger Experience: What it Is and What
It Can Be.''
von Spakovsky, Hans A., Senior Legislative Fellow, Edwin Meese,
III, Center for Legal and Judicial Studies, The
Heritage Foundation. EDPB&EM, Sep. 25, 2019, ``Landlord
and Tenant: The Trump Administration's Oversight of the
Trump International Hotel Lease.''
W
Wainwright, Jon S., Affiliated Consultant, testifying on behalf
of NERA Economic Consulting. FULL, Sep. 23, 2020,
``Driving Equity: The U.S. Department of
Transportation's Disadvantaged Business Enterprise
Program.''
Walden, Gregory S., Aviation Counsel, Small UAV Coalition. AV,
Sep. 26, 2019, ``A Work in Progress: Implementation of
the FAA Reauthorization Act of 2018.''
Wallace, Kirsten, Executive Director, Upper Mississippi River
Basin Association. WR&E, Apr. 10, 2019, ``The Cost of
Doing Nothing: Why Full Utilization of the Harbor
Maintenance Trust Fund and Investment in our Nation's
Waterways Matter.''
Walsh, Kathleen, Associate Professor, National Security
Affairs, Naval War College. CG&MT, Oct. 17, 2019,
``China's Maritime Silk Road Initiative: Implications
for the Global Maritime Supply Chain.''
Waltz, Michael, a Representative in Congress from the 6th
District of Florida. WR&E, Feb. 27, 2020, ``Proposals
for a Water Resources Development Act of 2020: Members'
Day Hearing.''
Walz, Tim, Governor, State of Minnesota, testifying on behalf
of The National Governors Association. FULL, Feb. 7,
2019, ``The Cost of Doing Nothing: Why Investing in Our
Nation's Infrastructure Cannot Wait.''
Washington, Phillip A., Chief Executive Officer, Los Angeles
County Metropolitan Transportation Authority. FULL, May
13, 2019, ``The Impacts of State-Owned Enterprises on
Public Transit and Freight Rail Sectors.''
Waters, Maxine , a Representative in Congress from the 43rd
District of California. FULL, May 1, 2019, ``Committee
on Transportation and Infrastructure Members' Day
Hearing.''
Waters, Tom, Chairman, Missouri Levee and Drainage District
Association. WR&E, Jul. 10, 2019, ``Water Resources
Development Acts: Status of Implementation and
Assessing Future Needs.''
Weakley, James, President, Lake Carriers' Associations. CG&MT,
Jun. 19, 2019. ``Short Sea Shipping: Rebuilding
America's Maritime Industry.''
Weimer, Carl, Executive Director, Pipeline Safety Trust. RP&HM,
Apr. 2, 2019, ``Pipeline Safety: Reviewing the Status
of Mandates and Examining Additional Safety Needs.''
Welch, Peter, a Representative in Congress from Vermont. FULL,
May 1, 2019, ``Committee on Transportation and
Infrastructure Members' Day Hearing.''
Wiggins, Stephanie N., Chief Executive Officer, Southern
California Regional Rail Authority (SCRRA)--Metrolink.
RP&HM, Sep. 24, 2019, ``Challenges and Opportunities
for Commuter Railroads.''
Wiley, Rhonda, Emergency Management/911 Director/Floodplain
Administrator, Atchison County, State of Missouri.
EDPB&EM, Oct. 22, 2019, ``An Assessment of Federal
Recovery Efforts from Recent Disasters.''
Williams, Evalynn, President, Dikita Enterprises. FULL, Sep.
23, 2020, ``Driving Equity: The U.S. Department of
Transportation's Disadvantaged Business Enterprise
Program.''
Williams, K. Jane, Acting Administrator, Federal Transit
Administration, Department of Transportation. H&T, Jul.
16, 2019, ``Oversight of the Federal Transit
Administration's Implementation of the Capital
Investment Grant Program.''
Williams, Pamela S., Executive Director, BuildStrong Coalition.
EDPB&EM, May 22, 2019, ``Disaster Preparedness: DRRA
Implementation and FEMA Readiness.''
Willis, Larry I., President, Transportation Trades Department,
American Federation of Labor and Congress of Industrial
Organizations (AFL-CIO). FULL, Feb. 7, 2019, ``The Cost
of Doing Nothing: Why Investing in Our Nation's
Infrastructure Cannot Wait.'' CG&MT, Jun. 19, 2019.
``Short Sea Shipping: Rebuilding America's Maritime
Industry.'' H&T, Oct. 16, 2019, ``Examining the Future
of Transportation Network Companies: Challenges and
Opportunities.'' FULL, Jun. 9, 2020, ``On the Front
Lines: The Impact of COVID-19 on Transportation
Workers.''
Wittman, Robert J., a Representative in Congress from the 1st
District of Virginia. FULL, May 1, 2019, ``Committee on
Transportation and Infrastructure Members' Day
Hearing.'' WR&E, Feb. 27, 2020, ``Proposals for a Water
Resources Development Act of 2020: Members' Day
Hearing.''
Workie, Blane, Assistant General Counsel for Aviation
Enforcement and Proceedings, Department of
Transportation. AV, Sep. 26, 2019, ``A Work in
Progress: Implementation of the FAA Reauthorization Act
of 2018.''
Wymelenberg, Kevin G. Van Den, Associate Professor, Director,
Energy Studies in Building Laboratory, University of
Oregon. EDPB&EM, Jun. 11, 2019, ``Efficiency and
Resiliency in Federal Building Design and
Construction.''
X, Y
Yentel, Diane, President and Chief Executive Officer, National
Low Income Housing Coalition. EDPB&EM, Jul. 28, 2020,
``Experiences of Vulnerable Populations During
Disaster.''
Young, Andy, Truck Safety Advocate. H&T, Jun. 12, 2019, ``Under
Pressure: The State of Trucking in America.''
Z
Zurfluh, David, National President, Paralyzed Veterans of
America. AV, Sep. 26, 2019, ``A Work in Progress:
Implementation of the FAA Reauthorization Act of 2018.
APPENDIX IX--COMMITTEE RESOLUTIONS
Authorizing The General Services Administration Capital Investment And
Leasing Program
Approved May 8, 2019
On May 8, 2019, the Committee approved 20 GSA lease resolutions as follows:
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Authorization Rentable
Prospectus Request Square Footage Term of Lease
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PDC 04-WA18 Washington, DC Internal Revenue $8,650,000 173,000 20 years
Service.
PMO 01-KC18 Kansas City, MO Federal Bureau of $4,658,000 137,000 20 years
Investigation.
PFL 01-TA19 Tampa, FL Federal Bureau of $4,968,000 138,000 20 years
Investigation.
PIL 01-CH19 Chicago, IL Federal Bureau of $22,591,431 439,522 20 years
Investigation.
PNV 01-LV19 Las Vegas, NV Federal Bureau of $3,903,858 106,955 20 years
Investigation.
PTX 01-DA19 Dallas, TX Federal Bureau of $7,524,000 227,047 20 years
Investigation.
PTX 01-SA19 San Antonio, TX Federal Bureau of $4,754,688 148,355 20 years
Investigation.
PCO 01-LA19 Lakewood, CO National Park Service $4,335,370 166,745 5 years
PFL 01-MI19 Miami, FL Executive Office for $5,904,000 123,000 20 years
Immigration Review and Immigration and
Customs Enforcement.
PCA 01-FR19 Fresno, CA Internal Revenue $6,120,000 170,000 15 years
Service.
PCA 01-LB19 Long Beach, CA Customs and Border $5,203,000 121,000 20 years
Protection.
PNY 04-NY19 New York, NY Immigration and $14,168,466 181,647 5 years
Customs Enforcement.
PMO 01-KC19 Kansas City, MO Treasury Inspector $34,872,600 1,140,000 20 years
General for Tax Administration.
PGA 04-AT19 Atlanta, GA Centers for Disease $11,207,430 309,000 15 years
Control.
PVA 02-WA19 Vienna, VA Federal Bureau of $7,411,482 190,038 20 years
Investigation.
PWV 01-PA19 Parkersburg, WV Department of the $4,927,500 182,500 20 years
Treasury.
PMD 01-WA19 Bethesda, MD Department of Health $4,235,000 121,000 20 years
and Human Services.
PDC 05-WA19 Washington, DC Department of State $19,443,646 390,670 20 years
PCA 01-LA19 Los Angeles, CA U.S. Army Corps of $5,290,000 115,000 20 years
Engineers.
PDC 04-WA19 Washington, DC Small Business $13,240,350 264,807 20 years
Administration.
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Approved September 19, 2019
On September 19, 2019, the Committee approved 7 GSA lease resolutions as follows:
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Authorization Rentable
Prospectus Request Square Footage Term of Lease
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PNY 03-QU19 Queens, NY Customs and Border $11,060,000 140,000 20 years
Protection, Department of Homeland Security.
PMO 02-KC20 Kansas City, MO Department of $4,982,181 204,607 5 years
Transportation and Department of Veterans
Affairs.
PVA 01-HA20 South Hampton Roads, VA Veterans'' $9,030,000 215,000 20 years
Health Administration.
PVA 01-VA19 Fredericksburg, VA Department of $14,844,973 343,280 20 years
Veterans Affairs.
PVA 03-FC20 Falls Church, VA Social Security $9,271,358 334,103 5 years
Administration.
San Diego, CA United States Courthouse Annex.. .............. Amended ................................
resolution.
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Approved February 26, 2020
On February 26, 2020, the Committee approved 24 GSA lease resolutions as follows:
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Authorization Rentable
Prospectus Request Square Footage Term of Lease
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PDC 03-WA19 Washington, DC FBI................ $9,000,000 180,000 20 years
PDC 11-WA19 Washington, DC Veterans Affairs... $10,850,000 217,000 20 years
PFL 01-VA19 Daytona Beach, FL Veterans Affairs $4,111,733 106,826 20 years
PFL 02-VA19 Jacksonville, FL Veterans Affairs. $5,139,812 164,054 20 years
PNC 01-VA19 Raleigh, NC Veterans Affairs...... $7,833,253 185,271 20 years
PNY 02-BR20 Brooklyn, NY U.S. Secret Service.. $6,110,000 94,000 20 years
PNM 01-AL20 Albuquerque, NM Social Security $4,704,000 168,000 20 years
Administration.
PNY 02-NY20 New York, NY Department of $4,342,530 65,796 5 years
Education.
PCA 01-SD20 San Diego, CA Administration...... $7,052,000 164,000 20 years
PIL 01-CH20 Chicago, IL FHA................... $7,166,595 184,042 3 years
PIL 01-OH20 Chicago, IL FAA................... $4,593,300 122,000 20 years
PMD 01-WA20 Landover, MD Bureau of Engraving $4,505,000 265,000 10 years
and Printing.
PFL 01-TA20 Tampa, FL Veterans Health $6,794,000 158,000 20 years
Administration.
PDC 02-WA20 Washington, DC Architect of the $6,050,000 121,000 20 years
Capitol.
PFL 01-LA20 Lakeland, FL Veterans Health $4,732,300 127,900 20 years
Administration.
PDC 04-WA20 Washington, DC Veterans Affairs... $15,450,000 309,000 20 year
PKS 01-LE20 Lenexa, KS National Archives and $5,406,500 983,000 20 years
Records Administration.
PTX 01-AU20 Austin, TX Veterans Affairs....... $6,644,000 151,000 15 years
PDC 08-WA20 Washington, DC Health and Human $8,600,000 172,000 20 years
Services.
PMO 01-KC20 Suburban Kansas City, MO $8,400,500 317,000 20 years
Citizenship and Immigration Services.
PCO 01-DE20 Denver, CO Veterans Health........ $8,400,000 210,000 15 years
PVA 05-WA20 Arlington, VA Department of State. $9,828,000 252,000 20 years
PVA 07-WA20 Arlington, VA Department of State. $4,524,000 116,000 20 years
Huntsville, AL Administrative Office of the .............. Amended ................................
Courts* (Alteration). resolution.
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Approved September 30, 2020
On September 30, 2020, the Committee approved 33 GSA resolutions as follows:
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Authorization Rentable
Prospectus Request Square Footage Term of Lease
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PDC-10-WA19 Washington, DC DHS Citizenship and $9,633,000; 247,000 20 years
Immigration Services. $12,350,000;
or $8,645,000
PCA-0001-MU20 Various Locations Consolidation $15,500,00 Alteration, amended
Activities Program.
PFP-0001-MU20 Various Locations Fire $11,658,000 Alteration, amended
Protection and Life Safety Program.
PCA-0213-RI20 Richmond, CA Hagel Federal $40,100,000 Alteration
Building.
PDC-0031-WA20 Washington, DC 7th St. Regional $95,642,000 Alteration
Office Building.
PME-0034-PO20 Portland, ME Gignoux Courthouse. $23,067,000 Alteration
PNY-0323/0282-NY20 New York, NY Mollo and $46,000,000 Alteration
Javits Federal Buildings.
POH-0306/0189-CN20 Cincinnati, OH FDA $17,546,000 Alteration
Chemistry Center and Peck Federal Building.
POH-0192-FY20 Cleveland, OH Celebrezze Federal $71,763,000 Alteration
Building.
POH-0208-CO20 Columbus, OH Bricker Federal $6,559,000 Alteration
Building.
POK-0046/0072-OK20 Oklahoma City, OK Holloway $12,129,000 Alteration, amended
Courthouse.
PPA-0158-PI20 Pittsburgh, PA Weis Courthouse.. $11,000,000 Alteration, amended
PTX-0227-AU20 Austin, TX Pickle Federal $17,408,000 Alteration
Building.
PDS-02020 Indianapolis, IN Bean Federal Center $3,200,000 Design
PAZ-BSC-SA20 San Luis, AZ San Luis LPOE....... $248,322,000 Construction
PVA-01-WA20 Chantilly, VA FBI................. $7,332,000 188,000 20 years
PVA-02-WA20 Manassas, VA FBI.................. $9,126,000 234,000 20 years
PNJ 02-NE20 Newark, NJ FBI.................... $10,292,000 248,000 20 years
PDC 07-WA20 Washington, DC DOJ Office of $8,100,00 162,000 20 years
Justice Programs.
PVA 0008-SC20 St. Croix, VI Almeric Christian $4,600,000 Alteration
Federal Building.
PCA 0001-MU21 Various Locations Consolidation $50,000,000 Alteration
Activities Program.
PFP 0001-MU21 Various Locations Fire $50,000,000 Alteration
Protection and Life Safety Program.
PJCS 0001-MU21 Various Locations Judiciary $12,500,000 Alteration
Capital Security Program.
PIL 0303-FY21 Chicago, IL Metcalfe Federal $124,447,000 Alteration
Building.
PIN 1703-IN21 Indianapolis, IN Bean Federal $42,132,000 Alteration
Center.
PMO 0050-KC21 Kansas City, MO Whittaker $57,030,000 Alteration
Courthouse.
PNY 0128-NY21 New York, NY 201 Varick St $66,650,000 Alteration
Federal Office Building.
PPA 0144-PH21 Philadelphia, PA Philadelphia $8,741,000 Alteration
Custom House.
PCA BSC CA21 Calexico CA Calexico LPOE........ $14,807,000 Construction
PDC 0002-WA21 Washington, DC DHS consolidation $28,882,000 Construction
at St. Elizabeths.
PNY 02-QU21 Queens, NY FAA.................... $14,333,214 209,244 5 years
PDC 06-WA21 Washington, DC FEMA............... $29,350,000 587,000 20 years
PMS 0082-AB21 Aberdeen, MS Abernethy Federal $24,331,000
Building.
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APPENDIX X--HEARINGS HELD PURSUANT TO CLAUSES 2(N), (O), AND (P) OF
RULE XI
House Rule XI, clause 2
(n)(1) Each standing committee, or a subcommittee thereof,
shall hold at least one hearing during each 120-day period
following the establishment of the committee on the topic of
waste, fraud, abuse, or mismanagement in Government programs
which that committee may authorize.
(2) A hearing described in subparagraph (1) shall include a
focus on the most egregious instances of waste, fraud, abuse,
or mismanagement as documented by any report the committee has
received from a Federal Office of the Inspector General or the
Comptroller General of the United States.
(o) Each committee, or a subcommittee thereof, shall hold at
least one hearing in any session in which the committee has
received disclaimers of agency financial statements from
auditors of any Federal agency that the committee may authorize
to hear testimony on such disclaimers from representatives of
any such agency.
(p) Each standing committee, or a subcommittee thereof, shall
hold at least one hearing on issues raised by reports issued by
the Comptroller General of the United States indicating that
Federal programs or operations that the committee may authorize
are at high risk for waste, fraud, and mismanagement, known as
the ``high-risk list'' or the ``high-risk series.''
The Committee held the following hearings during the 116th
Congress:
On July 16, 2019, the Subcommittee held a hearing entitled
``Oversight of the Federal Transit Administration's
Implementation of the Capital Investment Grant Program.'' The
Subcommittee received testimony from Hon. K. Jane Williams,
Acting Administrator, Federal Transit Administration,
Department of Transportation; Mr. Robert E. Alger, President
and Chief Executive Officer, The Lane Construction Corporation,
testifying on behalf of the American Road & Transportation
Builders Association; Mr. Tom Gerend, Executive Director, The
Kansas City Streetcar Authority; and Mr. Paul P. Skoutelas,
President and Chief Executive Officer, American Public
Transportation Association.
On September 25, 2019, the Subcommittee on Economic
Development, Public Buildings, and Emergency Management held a
hearing entitled ``Landlord and Tenant: The Trump
Administration's Oversight of the Trump International Hotel
Lease.'' The Subcommittee received testimony from Hon. Carol
Ochoa, Inspector General, U.S. General Services Administration;
Mr. Daniel Matthews, Commissioner, Public Buildings Service,
U.S. General Services Administration; Mr. Michael Foster,
Legislative Attorney, Congressional Research Service, Library
of Congress; Mr. Hans A. von Spakovsky, Senior Legislative
Fellow, Edwin Meese, III, Center for Legal and Judicial
Studies, The Heritage Foundation; Ms. Elizabeth ``Liz''
Hempowicz, Director, Public Policy, Project on Government
Oversight; and Mr. Walter M. Shaub, Senior Adviser, Citizens
for Responsibility and Ethics in Washington.
On September 25, 2019, the Subcommittee on Coast Guard and
Maritime Transportation held a hearing entitled ``Coast Guard
and Port Infrastructure: Built to Last?'' The Subcommittee
received testimony from Rear Admiral Nathan Moore, Assistant
Commandant for Engineering and Logistics Officer, U.S. Coast
Guard; Mr. Nathan Anderson, Acting Director, Homeland Security
and Justice, Government Accountability Office; Rear Admiral Ann
C. Phillips (USN-Ret.), Special Assistant to the Governor for
Coastal Adaption and Protection, Office to the Governor,
Commonwealth of Virginia; Dr. Daniel Cox, CH2M Hill Professor
in Civil Engineering, Oregon State University; and Mr. Sean
Hecht, Co-Executive Director, Emmett Institute on Climate
Change and the Environment, School of Law, University of
California, Los Angeles.
On October 22, 2019, the Subcommittee on Economic
Development, Public Buildings, and Emergency Management held a
hearing entitled ``An Assessment of Federal Recovery Efforts
from Recent Disasters.'' The Subcommittee received testimony
from Mr. Jeffrey Byard, Associate Administrator, Office of
Response and Recovery, Federal Emergency Management Agency,
Department of Homeland Security; Mr. Dennis Alvord, Deputy
Assistant Secretary, Economic Development Administration, U.S.
Department of Commerce; Mr. Chris P. Currie, Director, Homeland
Security and Justice, U.S. Government Accountability Office;
Mr. Mike Sprayberry, Director, Emergency Management, Department
of Public Safety, State of North Carolina, testifying on behalf
of the National Emergency Management Association; Hon. Fernando
Gil-Ensenat, Secretary, Department of Housing, Commonwealth of
Puerto Rico; Ms. Rhonda Wiley, Emergency Management/911
Director/Floodplain Administrator, Atchison County, State of
Missouri; and Mr. Reese C. May, Chief Strategy and Innovation
Officer, The Saint Bernard Project.
On February 11, 2020, the Subcommittee on Aviation held a
hearing entitled ``Looking Forward: The Future of America's
Aviation Maintenance and Manufacturing Workforce.'' The
Subcommittee received testimony from Ms. Catherine ``Kate''
Lang, Senior Advisor, Aviation Workforce Outreach, Federal
Aviation Administration, Department of Transportation; Ms.
Heather Krause, Director, Physical Infrastructure Issues, U.S.
Government Accountability Office; Mr. Steven Jackson,
Principal, Aviation High School, New York City, Department of
Education, City of New York, New York, accompanied by Mr. Mario
Cotumaccio, Assistant Principal; Ms. Sharon DeVivo, President,
Vaughn College of Aeronautics and Technology Flushing, Queens,
New York; Mr. Joseph McDermott, Managing Director, Technical
Operations, Delta Air Lines; Mr. Jay J. Neely, III, Vice
President, Law and Public Affairs, Gulfstream Aerospace; and
Ms. Dana Donati, General Manager and Director of Academic
Programs, Leadership in Flight Training (LIFT) Academy.
On March 3, 2020, the Subcommittee on Aviation held a
hearing entitled ``The Airline Passenger Experience: What it Is
and What It Can Be.'' The Subcommittee received testimony from
Mr. Andrew Von Ah, Director, Physical Infrastructure, U.S.
Government Accountability Office; Mr. William J. McGee,
Aviation Consultant, Consumer Reports; Mr. Lee Page, Senior
Associate Advocacy Director, Paralyzed Veterans of America; Mr.
Joe Leader, Chief Executive Officer, Airline Passenger
Experience Association; and Mr. Matt Klein, Executive Vice
President and Chief Commercial Officer, Spirit Airlines,
Accompanied by Mr. Thomas Canfield, Senior Vice President,
General Counsel and Secretary.
On September 9, 2020, the Subcommittee held a hybrid
hearing entitled ``Amtrak's Response to COVID-19.'' The
Subcommittee received testimony from Mr. William Flynn,
President and Chief Executive Officer, Amtrak; Mr. Arthur
Maratea, National President, Transportation Communication
Union, International Association of Machinists and Aerospace
Workers; Ms. Amy Griffin, President, America Local 1460,
Transport Workers Union of America and Mr. Jim Mathews,
President and Chief Executive Officer, Rail Passengers
Association.
On November 18, 2020, the Subcommittee held a hybrid
hearing entitled ``Examining the Surface Transportation Board's
Role in Ensuring a Robust Passenger Rail System.'' The
Subcommittee received testimony from Ms. Ann D. Begeman, Chair,
Surface Transportation Board; Mr. Martin J. Oberman, Vice
Chair, Surface Transportation Board; Mr. Stephen J. Gardner,
Senior Executive Vice President, National Railroad Passenger
Corporation (Amtrak); Ms. Romayne C. Brown, Chair of the Board
of Directors, Metra, Chicago, Illinois; Mr. Paul P. Skoutelas,
President and Chief Executive Officer, American Public
Transportation Association; Mr. Ian J. Jefferies, President and
Chief Executive Officer, Association of American Railroads; and
Mr. Randal O'Toole, Senior Fellow, Cato Institute.
APPENDIX XI--COMMITTEE MEETINGS HELD REMOTELY
Committee on Rules, Remote Committee Proceedings
Regulations Pursuant to House Resolution 965, published in the
Congressional Record (May 15, 2020, H2257-H2258).
F. Committee Reports.
(5). Any committee report of activities submitted pursuant
to clause l(d)(l) of rule XI should include a list of
proceedings conducted with remote participation.
Date Held by Meeting
3/20/2020* Full Committee Member briefing with
representatives from the
Federal Emergency
Management Agency (FEMA).
4/16/2020* Full Committee Member briefing with the
FEMA Administrator.
5/8/2020* Subcommittee on Coast Guard Member briefing with the
and Maritime U.S. Coast Guard.
Transportation
5/8/2020* Subcommittee on Aviation Member briefing with the
aviation industry.
5/29/2020* Subcommittee on Coast Guard Hearing ``The Status of the
and Maritime U.S. Maritime Supply Chain
Transportation During the COVID-19
Pandemic.''
6/9/2020 Full Committee Hearing ``On the Front
Lines: The Impact of COVID-
19 on Transportation
Workers.''
6/17-18/2020 Full Committee Markup of H.R. 2, the
Investing in a New Vision
for the Environment and
Surface Transportation in
America Act.
6/23/2020 Subcommittee on Aviation Member briefing ``Ligado's
5G Proposal and GPS:
Implications for the
Reliability and Safety of
Transportation
Infrastructure.''
7/15/2020 Full Committee Markup of H.R. 7575, the
Water Resources
Development Act of 2020.
7/28/2020 Subcommittee on Economic Hearing ``Experiences of
Development, Public Vulnerable Populations
Building, and Emergency During Disaster.''
Management
9/9/2020 Subcommittee on Railroads, Hearing ``Amtrak's Response
Pipelines, and Hazardous to COVID-19.''
Materials
9/23/2020 Full Committee Hearing ``Driving Equity:
The U.S. Department of
Transportation's
Disadvantaged Business
Enterprise Program.''
9/24/2020 Subcommittee on Water Hearing ``The Comprehensive
Resources and Environment Everglades Restoration
Plan and Water Management
in Florida.''
9/30/2020 Full Committee Markup of:
H.R. 4358, the Preliminary
Damage Assessment
Improvement Act of 2019.
H.R. 4611, the Ocean
Pollution Reduction Act
II.
H.R. 5919, the National
Children's Museum Act.
H.R. 8266, the FEMA
Assistance Relief Act of
2020.
H.R. 8326, the Child Care
is Economic Development
Act of 2020.
H.R. 8408, the Aircraft
Certification Reform and
Accountability Act.
33--General Services
Administration Capital
Investment and Leasing
Program Resolutions.
11/18/2020 Subcommittee on Railroads, Hearing ``Examining the
Pipelines, and Hazardous Surface Transportation
Materials Board's Role in Ensuring a
Robust Passenger Rail
System.''
*Meeting conducted fully remotely.
APPENDIX XII--SUMMARY OF COMMITTEE ACTIVITIES
Total Bills Referred to Committee:............................... 795
H.R.......................................................... 745
(4 Private)
H. Res....................................................... 29
H. Con. Res.................................................. 9
H.J. Res..................................................... 3
S............................................................ 8
Public Laws:..................................................... 17
(Action not completed on the following: S. 979, the Federal
Advance Contracts Enhancement Act; S. 1869, the Secure
Federal Leases from Espionage And Suspicious Entanglements
Act; S. 2730, the Drone Advisory Committee for the 21st
Century Act; H.R. 4031, the Great Lakes Restoration
Initiative Act of 2019; or H.R. 2502, the Transparency in
Federal Buildings Projects Act of 2019)
Measures Signed into Law:........................................ 22
(Action not completed on the following: H.R. 133, the
Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2021; H.R. 6395, the
National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2021; S.
979, the Federal Advance Contracts Enhancement Act; S. 1869,
the Secure Federal Leases from Espionage And Suspicious
Entanglements Act; S. 2730, the Drone Advisory Committee for
the 21st Century Act; H.R. 4031, the Great Lakes Restoration
Initiative Act of 2019; or H.R. 2502, the Transparency in
Federal Buildings Projects Act of 2019)
Measures Included in Public Laws:................................ 27
(H.R. 1184 included in S. 47; H.R. 3612, H.R. 3055; H.R. 2197
included in H.R. 1865; H.R. 2440 included in H.R 748; H.R.
8337) (Action not completed on the following: H.R. 133
(including H.R. 1980, H.R. 2139, H.R. 5120, H.R. 7575, H.R.
8408, H.R. 8504); H.R. 7575 (including: H.R. 2206, HR. 2440,
H.R. 3863, H.R. 3863, H.R. 3923, H.R. 4032, H.R. 4470, H.R.
5288, H.R. 5476, H.R. 5504, H.R. 5960, H.R. 6057, H.R. 6684,
H.R. 6730, H.R. 6771, H.R. 6964, H.R. 6985, H.R. 7220, H.R.
7833, S. 3729, H.R. 2420)
Measured included in Public Laws (either stand-alone or included) 53
Measures on Which the Veto of the President was Overridden.......
(Action not completed on the following: H.R. 6395, the National
Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2021)
Measures Vetoed:................................................. 3
Presented to the President....................................... 6
(Action not completed on the following: S. 979, the Federal
Advance Contracts Enhancement Act; S. 1869, the Secure
Federal Leases from Espionage And Suspicious Entanglements
Act; S. 2730, the Drone Advisory Committee for the 21st
Century Act; S. 3418, the Safeguarding Tomorrow through
Ongoing Risk Mitigation Act of 2020; H.R. 4031, the Great
Lakes Restoration Initiative Act of 2019; or H.R. 2502, the
Transparency in Federal Buildings Projects Act of 2019)
Measures Passed the House:....................................... 70
Bills Reported to the House:..................................... 50
Measures considered by the Committee:
Bills:....................................................... 50
GSA Resolutions.............................................. 83
Referral of Measures:
Retained at the Full Committee............................... 4
Subcommittee on Aviation:.................................... 102
Subcommittee on Coast Guard and Maritime Transportation:..... 68
Subcommittee on Economic Development, Public Buildings, and
Emergency Management:...................................... 196
Subcommittee on Highways and Transit:........................ 227
Subcommittee on Railroads, Pipelines, and Hazardous
Materials:................................................. 85
Subcommittee on Water Resources and Environment:............. 153
Hearings Held:
Days of Hearings:............................................ 65
Full Committee:.......................................... 9
Subcommittee on Aviation:................................ 9
Subcommittee on Coast Guard and Maritime Transportation:. 11
Subcommittee on Economic Development, Public Buildings,
and Emergency Management:.............................. 10
Subcommittee on Highways and Transit:.................... 9
Subcommittee on Railroads, Pipelines, and Hazardous
Materials:............................................. 8
Subcommittee on Water Resources and Environment:......... 10
Witnesses:
Full Committee:.............................................. 91
Subcommittee on Aviation:.................................... 55
Subcommittee on Coast Guard and Maritime Transportation:..... 57
Subcommittee on Economic Development, Public Buildings, and
Emergency Management:...................................... 39
Subcommittee on Highways and Transit:........................ 55
Subcommittee on Railroads, Pipelines, and Hazardous
Materials:................................................. 55
Subcommittee on Water Resources and Environment:............. 101
Total Persons Testifying......................................... 409
Markups and Business Meetings Held (Days) / Measures Considered:
Full Committee:.................................................. 11/50
Bills........................................................ 50
GSA Resolutions.............................................. 83
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