Senate Confirmation Hearing for Federal Agency Nominees
January 1, 2019
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The Frame
This hearing represents the formal vetting process for leadership roles that oversee national space policy, consumer product safety standards, and international trade analysis.
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James Bridenstine
He is the subject of a nomination review for the position of NASA Administrator.
Senate Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation
The committee is responsible for vetting and reporting on the suitability of the nominees.
Last recorded activity January 1, 2019.
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Summary
Key Facts
- The hearing took place on November 1, 2017, before the Senate Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation.
- James Bridenstine was reviewed as the nominee for Administrator of the National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA).
- Dana Baiocco was reviewed as the nominee for Commissioner of the Consumer Product Safety Commission.
- Neil Jacobs, Jr., Ph.D., was reviewed as the nominee for Assistant Secretary of Commerce for Environmental Observation and Prediction.
- Nazakhtar Nikakhtar was reviewed as the nominee for Assistant Secretary for Industry and Analysis at the U.S. Department of Commerce.
- The committee received a letter of opposition regarding the Bridenstine nomination from Senator Patty Murray.
- The committee received a joint letter of opposition regarding the Bridenstine nomination from several environmental and advocacy groups, including the League of Conservation Voters and the Sierra Club.
- The record includes written responses to questions submitted to James Bridenstine by eight different U.S. Senators.
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Why It Matters
This hearing represents the formal vetting process for leadership roles that oversee national space policy, consumer product safety standards, and international trade analysis.
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Opposition to NASA Nominee
The record highlights a coordinated effort by environmental and advocacy groups to oppose the nomination of James Bridenstine, reflecting a focus on his past statements regarding climate and social issues.
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