Senate Hearing on the Nomination of Barry Lee Myers for NOAA Administrator
January 1, 2019
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The Frame
The outcome of this nomination determines who leads NOAA, the federal agency responsible for weather forecasting, climate monitoring, and ocean management, which impacts national disaster preparedness and environmental policy.
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Barry Lee Myers
The nominee whose professional appointment is being considered by the Senate committee.
National Weather Service Employees Organization
The labor organization representing employees who would be managed by the nominee if confirmed.
Environmental and Climate Advocacy Groups
Organizations that submitted formal opposition letters regarding the potential impact of the nominee on agency policy.
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Summary
Key Facts
- The Senate Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation held a hearing on November 29, 2017, to consider the nomination of Barry Lee Myers.
- Barry Lee Myers was nominated to be the Under Secretary of Commerce for Oceans and Atmosphere and Administrator of NOAA.
- The National Weather Service Employees Organization submitted a letter of opposition to the nomination dated October 12, 2017.
- A coalition of environmental and climate organizations, including the Sierra Club and Greenpeace USA, submitted a joint letter of opposition dated October 23, 2017.
- The Ocean Conservancy submitted a letter regarding the nomination dated November 27, 2017.
- The hearing record includes written responses from Barry Lee Myers to questions submitted by 15 different Senators.
Why It Matters
The outcome of this nomination determines who leads NOAA, the federal agency responsible for weather forecasting, climate monitoring, and ocean management, which impacts national disaster preparedness and environmental policy.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the role Barry Lee Myers was nominated for?
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Broad Opposition Coalition
The nomination drew coordinated opposition from a wide range of environmental and labor groups, indicating significant policy concerns regarding the nominee's background.
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Analysis Score
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