FEDERALhearing transcript

Senate Confirmation Hearing for TSA Administrator Nominee Peter V. Neffenger

Original title: NOMINATION OF PETER V. NEFFENGER TO BE ASSISTANT SECRETARY OF THE U.S. DEPARTMENT OF HOMELAND SECURITY AND ADMINISTRATOR FOR THE TRANSPORTATION SECURITY ADMINISTRATION

January 1, 2016

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The Frame

What this does

The TSA Administrator oversees national airport security and traveler screening policies, and this hearing is a required step in the Senate's process to confirm a permanent leader for the agency following a vacancy.

Who is mentioned in the record

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Transportation Security Administration (TSA)

The agency is undergoing a leadership transition to fill a vacant Administrator position.

Peter V. Neffenger

He is the subject of the confirmation process for a federal appointment.

What changed

Last recorded activity January 1, 2016.

What's next

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Summary

The Senate Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation held a hearing on May 21, 2015, to consider the nomination of Vice Admiral Peter V. Neffenger for the position of Administrator of the Transportation Security Administration (TSA). The hearing reviewed his background, including his service in the U.S. Coast Guard and his experience in emergency response.

Key Facts

The hearing was held on May 21, 2015, to evaluate Peter V. Neffenger's nomination for TSA Administrator.
The TSA Administrator position had been vacant since the resignation of John Pistole in December 2014.
Peter V. Neffenger has served over 33 years in the U.S. Coast Guard.
Neffenger previously served as the Deputy National Incident Commander for the Deepwater Horizon oil spill response.
Neffenger served as a Coast Guard Fellow and Detailee for two years at the Senate Appropriations Committee.
Neffenger assisted in the multi-agency response to the 1993 Amtrak Sunset Limited train derailment.

Frequently Asked Questions

Who is Peter V. Neffenger?

He is a Vice Admiral in the U.S. Coast Guard and the nominee for the position of Administrator of the Transportation Security Administration.

Why was this hearing held?

The hearing was held to review the qualifications of the nominee for the TSA Administrator position, which had been vacant since December 2014.

Why It Matters

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policy shift90% confidence

Focus on Risk-Based Security

The hearing highlights a transition toward risk-based screening approaches initiated by the previous administration.

Transportation Security Administration John Pistole

Connected Entities

personJohn Pistole“Former TSA Administrator who resigned in December 2014.”Map →

personPeter V. Neffenger“Nominee for TSA Administrator and current Vice Commandant of the U.S. Coast Guar”Map →

organizationTransportation Security Administration“The federal agency responsible for transportation security.”Map →

personBill Nelson“Ranking Member of the Senate Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation.”Map →

personJohn Thune“Chairman of the Senate Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation.”Map →

organizationU.S. Coast Guard“The branch of the military where the nominee currently serves.”Map →

Sources

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