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Commerce Secretary Gina Raimondo said the “U.S. will become the premiere destination in the world” in the design, development, and manufacturing of semiconductors if the country is successfu…

Environmental Protection Agency Administrator Michael Regan testified on his agency’s use of science and technology in regulatory decision-making before the House Science, Space, and Technol…

The House debated two measures. One would repeal a Department of Education rule on federal student loan forgiveness. The other would override President Biden’s veto of a resolution repealing…

The House voted to repeal a Washington, D.C., policing reform law. Members also approved a suspension bill that was debated earlier in the week, the Countering Untrusted Telecommunications A…

The House Science Subcommittee on Space held a hearing to discuss the initial findings of the James Webb Space Telescope. Witnesses shared images from the telescope, including never-before-s…

Experts testified at a before the House Science, Space and Technology Committee hearing on weather forecasting as a tool for preparedness and its defense against extreme weather. Topics disc…

The House Science, Space and Technology Committee held a hearing to assess ways to improve wildfire research and coordination efforts. Among the witnesses were Washington state forester Geor…

Energy Secretary Jennifer Granholm testified before the House Science, Space and Technology Committee about the department’s research and innovation efforts. Secretary Granholm answered ques…

The House Science, Space and Technology Committee held a virtual hearing on COVID-19 vaccination efforts. The committee heard from health care experts on the development of the multiple COVI…

The House passed two bills. One condemns anti-Asian rhetoric and sentiment during the coronavirus pandemic. The other seeks to provide employment protections for pregnant workers.

The House Science, Space and Technology Committee held a virtual hearing on the role of fire departments and first responders during the coronavirus pandemic. Fire chiefs testified about how…

Infectious disease experts testified on the coronavirus and other zoonotic diseases that can spread from animals to humans. They also cautioned against the misinformation on social media reg…

The House impeached President Donald Trump for abuse of power (230-197) and obstruction of Congress (229-198), with Representative Tulsi Gabbard (D-HI) voting “present” on both articles of i…

The House Science, Space and Technology Committee held a hearing with public health officials on efforts to improve flu vaccines and develop a universal flu vaccine. The witnesses in the fir…

Energy Secretary Rick Perry testified on his department’s research and development programs before the House Science, Space and Technology Committee. Lawmakers asked about the agency’s curre…

The House passed four ocean acidification-related suspension bills, including H.R. 1237 which reauthorizes and modifies National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration’s (NOAA) ocean acidifi…

Astrophysicists and astronomers testified at a hearing on the Event Horizon Telescope (EHT), which captured the very first image of a super-massive black hole. Among the witnesses were Event…

NASA Administrator Jim Bridenstine testified before the House Science, Space and Technology Committee on his agency’s fiscal year 2020 budget request. He talked about budget priorities and w…

The House speaker held a ceremonial swearing-in ceremony with newly-elected representatives. The event happens at the start of each Congress. The official swearing-in ceremony took place ear…

House Speaker Paul Ryan (R-Wisconsin) held a ceremonial swearing-in and photo opportunity with members of the 115th Congress and their families. The event happens at the start of each Congre…