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Read. Follow. Verify.Senate Hearing on the Nomination of David M. Turk for Deputy Secretary of Energy
Record date · January 1, 2022
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What This Bill Does
The Senate Committee on Energy and Natural Resources held a hearing on March 4, 2021, to consider the nomination of David M. Turk for the position of Deputy Secretary of Energy. The hearing reviewed Mr. Turk's professional background, including his experience at the International Energy Agency and previous roles within the Department of Energy and the National Security Council.
The Deputy Secretary of Energy serves as the Department's , managing a budget of over $35 billion and overseeing critical national responsibilities including nuclear deterrent maintenance and federal energy policy.
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David M. Turk
The nominee is seeking confirmation for a federal executive position.
Department of Energy
The agency is undergoing a leadership appointment process for its second-highest ranking official.
Key Facts
- The Senate Committee on Energy and Natural Resources held a hearing on March 4, 2021, to evaluate David M. Turk's nomination for Deputy Secretary of Energy.
- The Deputy Secretary of Energy acts as the Department's Chief Operating Officer and manages a budget exceeding $35 billion.
- The Department of Energy's responsibilities include maintaining nuclear deterrents, cleaning up Cold War nuclear sites, and managing national laboratories.
- David M. Turk previously served as Deputy Executive Director of the International Energy Agency.
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- Mr. Turk's prior federal experience includes roles as Deputy Assistant Secretary for International Climate and Technology at the Department of Energy and Special Assistant to the President at the National Security Council.
- Mr. Turk previously worked as Counsel to then-Senator Joe Biden on the Senate Judiciary Committee and as Staff Director for the House Oversight Subcommittee on National Security and Foreign Affairs.
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