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Senate Hearing on Department of the Interior and Energy Nominations

Original title: Senate Energy and Natural Resources: Hearings to examine the nominations of William Hague, of Washington, to be an Assistant Secretary, Kevin Lilly, of Texas, to be Assistant Secretary for Fish and Wildlife, both of t

June 23, 2026

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The Frame

What this does

This hearing is a required step in the federal confirmation process for three executive branch officials who will oversee national fish, wildlife, and international energy policy.

Who is mentioned in the record

Potentially affected actors named in the source documents. Mention is not a position.

William Hague

The nominee is undergoing the Senate confirmation process for a federal appointment.

Kevin Lilly

The nominee is undergoing the Senate confirmation process for a federal appointment.

Kaveh Farzad

The nominee is undergoing the Senate confirmation process for a federal appointment.

What changed

Last recorded activity June 23, 2026.

What's next

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Summary

The Senate Energy and Natural Resources Committee held a hearing to review the nominations of three individuals for high-level positions within the Department of the Interior and the Department of Energy.

Key Facts

  • The hearing took place on June 23, 2026, at 9:30 AM in room SD-366.
  • William Hague is nominated for the position of Assistant Secretary at the Department of the Interior.
  • Kevin Lilly is nominated for the position of Assistant Secretary for Fish and Wildlife at the Department of the Interior.
  • Kaveh Farzad is nominated for the position of Assistant Secretary of Energy (International Affairs).

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the purpose of this hearing?
The hearing is part of the Senate's constitutional duty to provide advice and consent on presidential nominations for executive branch positions.
What happens after this hearing?
Following the hearing, the committee will typically vote on whether to report the nominations to the full Senate for a confirmation vote.

Why It Matters

This hearing is a required step in the federal confirmation process for three executive branch officials who will oversee national fish, wildlife, and international energy policy.

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Connected Entities

organizationSenate Energy and Natural Resources Committee“The committee conducting the confirmation hearing”Map →
personKaveh Farzad“Nominee for Assistant Secretary of Energy (International Affairs)”Map →
personKevin Lilly“Nominee for Assistant Secretary for Fish and Wildlife at the Department of the I”Map →
personWilliam Hague“Nominee for Assistant Secretary at the Department of the Interior”Map →

Sources

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www.senate.gov

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