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Read. Follow. Verify.Congressional Hearing on Alleged Misconduct at the Department of Energy
Record date · January 1, 2017
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What This Bill Does
This document is the transcript of a 2016 joint congressional hearing held by the House Committee on Science, Space, and Technology. The hearing investigated allegations of misconduct and intimidation of scientists by senior officials within the U.S. Department of Energy.
The hearing represents a formal congressional inquiry into the management practices and scientific integrity standards within the Department of Energy, which impacts how federal research is conducted and how government scientists are treated.
Who It Affects
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Department of Energy scientists
These individuals are the subject of the inquiry regarding workplace conduct and professional treatment.
Department of Energy senior officials
These officials are the subject of allegations regarding their management and conduct toward staff.
Key Facts
- The hearing was held on September 21, 2016, in the Rayburn House Office Building.
- The hearing was a joint session of the Subcommittee on Oversight and the Subcommittee on Energy.
- The primary subject was the investigation of alleged misconduct and intimidation of scientists by senior Department of Energy officials.
- Dr. Sharlene Weatherwax and Dr. Noelle Metting were listed as witnesses for the hearing.
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- The hearing record includes opening statements from Representatives Barry Loudermilk, Don Beyer, and Randy K. Weber.
- The record includes various supplemental documents and reports submitted by committee members for the official record.
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Congressional Oversight of Scientific Integrity
The hearing highlights a specific period where the House Science Committee focused heavily on internal management and scientific integrity within the Department of Energy.
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