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Read. Follow. Verify.House Science Committee Members' Day Hearing Summary
Record date · January 1, 2022
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What This Bill Does
The House Committee on Science, Space, and Technology held a 'Members' Day' hearing on September 29, 2021, to allow members of Congress to present their legislative priorities and policy interests within the committee's . The meeting was conducted virtually via Zoom.
This hearing serves as a formal platform for members of Congress to influence the committee's legislative agenda by presenting specific policy goals and bills for consideration.
Who It Affects
Groups the bill's text affects, as described in the record. Being affected is not a position for or against it.
Members of Congress
Members have the opportunity to present their legislative priorities and bills to the committee for potential inclusion in the legislative agenda.
Key Facts
- The hearing took place on September 29, 2021, at 9:59 a.m.
- The meeting was held virtually via Zoom pursuant to House Resolution 8.
- The purpose of the hearing was to allow members of Congress to discuss proposed legislation and priorities under the committee's jurisdiction.
- Chairwoman Eddie Bernice Johnson and Ranking Member Frank Lucas provided opening statements.
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- Representatives Melanie A. Stansbury and Ed Case provided oral and written testimony.
- Written statements were submitted for the record by Representatives Bill Posey and Anna G. Eshoo.
- Members were required to keep video feeds on and microphones muted unless speaking.
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Virtual Committee Operations
The committee utilized House Resolution 8 to conduct official business entirely via virtual platforms, reflecting a shift in congressional operations during the 117th Congress.
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