FEDERALhearing transcript

Senate Hearing on the Nomination of Jeffrey Michael Prieto

Original title: NOMINATION OF JEFFREY MICHAEL PRIETO, OF CALIFORNIA, TO BE GENERAL COUNSEL OF THE DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE

January 1, 2016

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The Frame

What this does

The serves as the chief legal advisor for the USDA, overseeing legal services for all department programs, litigation support, and the Office of Ethics.

Who is mentioned in the record

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Jeffrey Michael Prieto

The nominee is seeking confirmation for a federal appointment.

U.S. Department of Agriculture

The department is undergoing the process of appointing its chief legal officer.

What changed

Last recorded activity January 1, 2016.

What's next

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Summary

The Senate Committee on Agriculture, Nutrition, and Forestry held a hearing to consider the nomination of Jeffrey Michael Prieto for the position of at the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA). The hearing included opening statements from committee leadership and an introduction of the nominee's professional background.

Key Facts

Jeffrey Michael Prieto was nominated to serve as General Counsel of the U.S. Department of Agriculture.
The Office of the General Counsel provides legal advice to USDA officials, technical assistance to Congress, and litigation support.
The General Counsel oversees 12 field offices and the Office of Ethics.
Jeffrey Michael Prieto served as Acting General Counsel at the USDA since June 2014.
Prieto previously worked as an attorney at the Department of Justice for 15 years.
Prieto previously worked as an attorney advisor at the Environmental Protection Agency.
The hearing took place on May 21, 2015, in the Russell Senate Office Building.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does the USDA General Counsel do?

The provides centralized legal advice to the Department of Agriculture, supports USDA programs, assists Congress with farm bills, and manages litigation.

Who oversees the Office of Ethics at the USDA?

The is responsible for supervising the Office of Ethics.

Why It Matters

The serves as the chief legal advisor for the USDA, overseeing legal services for all department programs, litigation support, and the Office of Ethics.

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Nominee Background

The nominee has a significant background in the Department of Justice and EPA prior to his USDA appointment.

Jeffrey Michael Prieto

Connected Entities

personPat Roberts“Chairman of the Senate Committee on Agriculture, Nutrition, and Forestry”Map →

personDebbie Stabenow“Ranking Member of the Senate Committee on Agriculture, Nutrition, and Forestry”Map →

organizationDepartment of Agriculture“Federal department overseeing farming, food, and forestry”Map →

organizationPrinceton University“Alma mater of the nominee”Map →

organizationUCLA School of Law“Alma mater of the nominee”Map →

personJeffrey Michael Prieto“Nominee for General Counsel of the Department of Agriculture”Map →

Sources

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www.govinfo.gov

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