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Senate Committee Meeting on Federal Nominations

Original title: Senate Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions: Business meeting to consider the nominations of Brett Matsumoto, of Maryland, to be Commissioner of Labor Statistics, Department of Labor, James Macy, of Wisconsin, and David M. Pr

Record date · June 25, 2026

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What This Bill Does

The Senate Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions is holding a to consider four presidential s for federal agency leadership roles.

Why it matters

This meeting determines whether these nominees will advance to a full Senate vote for positions that oversee labor statistics, labor relations, and federal humanities funding.

Who It Affects

Groups the bill's text affects, as described in the record. Being affected is not a position for or against it.

Directly affected

Brett Matsumoto

His potential appointment as Commissioner of Labor Statistics is being reviewed.

Directly affected

James Macy

His potential appointment to the National Labor Relations Board is being reviewed.

Directly affected

David M. Prouty

His potential appointment to the National Labor Relations Board is being reviewed.

Directly affected

Michael McDonald

His potential appointment as Chairperson of the National Endowment for the Humanities is being reviewed.

Key Facts

  • The committee is considering the nomination of Brett Matsumoto for Commissioner of Labor Statistics.
  • The committee is considering the nominations of James Macy and David M. Prouty for the National Labor Relations Board.
  • The committee is considering the nomination of Michael McDonald for Chairperson of the National Endowment for the Humanities.
  • The meeting is scheduled for June 25, 2026, at 9:45 AM in room SD-430.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the purpose of this meeting?
The committee is meeting to review and vote on whether to advance four specific presidential nominees to the full Senate.
Can the public watch this meeting?
Yes, the meeting is being held in room SD-430 and a video link is provided by the Senate.

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Connected Entities

Michael McDonald, Brett Matsumoto, Senate Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions Committee and 2 more
PersonMichael McDonald“Nominee for Chairperson of the National Endowment for the Humanities.”Map →
PersonBrett Matsumoto“Nominee for Commissioner of Labor Statistics, Department of Labor.”Map →
OrganizationSenate Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions Committee“The committee responsible for reviewing these nominations.”Map →
PersonDavid M. Prouty“Nominee for Member of the National Labor Relations Board.”Map →
PersonJames Macy“Nominee for Member of the National Labor Relations Board.”Map →

Sources

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www.senate.gov

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  • Controversy20
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