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2021 Federal Budget Hearing: Commerce, Justice, and Science

Original title: COMMERCE, JUSTICE, SCIENCE, AND RELATED AGENCIES APPROPRIATIONS FOR 2021

January 1, 2021

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The Frame

What this does

This hearing marks the beginning of the federal budget process for 2021, where members of Congress advocate for specific funding levels for programs affecting economic development, scientific research, and the justice system.

Who is mentioned in the record

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

Members of Congress

They are advocating for specific funding levels for programs within their respective districts.

U.S. Department of Commerce

The agency is seeking budget approval for the 2021 fiscal year.

What changed

Last recorded activity January 1, 2021.

What's next

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Summary

This document is a transcript from a House Subcommittee hearing held on March 4, 2020, to discuss budget requests for the 2021 . Members of Congress presented testimony regarding funding priorities for various federal agencies under the jurisdiction of the Commerce, Justice, and Science subcommittee.

Key Facts

  • The hearing took place on March 4, 2020, to initiate the fiscal year 2021 appropriations process.
  • The subcommittee oversees funding for Commerce, Justice, Science, and related agencies.
  • The hearing included a 'Members' Day' session where various Representatives provided testimony on funding priorities.
  • Secretary of Commerce Wilbur Ross was scheduled to present the Department of Commerce's 2021 budget request.
  • The subcommittee chairman noted that all member requests received during the hearing were for funding increases rather than cuts.

Why It Matters

This hearing marks the beginning of the federal budget process for 2021, where members of Congress advocate for specific funding levels for programs affecting economic development, scientific research, and the justice system.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the purpose of this hearing?
The hearing is part of the federal process, allowing members of Congress to advocate for funding for specific programs and agencies within the subcommittee's jurisdiction.
Who testified at this hearing?
The hearing included testimony from several members of the House of Representatives and the Secretary of Commerce, Wilbur Ross.

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Discoveries

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Funding Request Pattern

The subcommittee chairman noted a consistent pattern where all member requests were for funding increases rather than decreases.

Jose E. Serrano

Connected Entities

organizationU.S. Department of Commerce“Subject of the 2021 budget request”Map →
personJose E. Serrano“Chairman of the Subcommittee on Commerce, Justice, Science, and Related Agencies”Map →
personRobert B. Aderholt“Ranking member of the subcommittee”Map →
personWilbur Ross“Secretary of the U.S. Department of Commerce”Map →

Sources

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  • Controversy10
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  • Entertainment5
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