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FEDERALhearing transcript

House Subcommittee Hearing on Infrastructure and Small Business Jobs

Original title: GROWING JOBS THROUGH INFRASTRUCTURE INVESTMENT

January 1, 2020

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The Frame

What this does

This hearing serves as a formal record of expert testimony that informs potential federal infrastructure legislation and small business policy priorities.

Who is mentioned in the record

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

Small Business Owners

The committee's legislative focus on infrastructure directly impacts the policy environment and potential funding opportunities for small businesses.

Construction and Labor Unions

Infrastructure investment policies directly influence the demand for labor and project availability for union members.

What changed

Last recorded activity January 1, 2020.

What's next

Next step not available in the current record.

Summary

The House Subcommittee on Innovation, Entrepreneurship, and Workforce Development held a remote hearing on May 6, 2021, to discuss how infrastructure investment impacts small business job growth. The session featured testimony from industry leaders, educators, and labor representatives regarding the role of infrastructure in the economy.

Key Facts

  • The hearing took place on May 6, 2021, via Zoom.
  • The hearing was conducted by the Subcommittee on Innovation, Entrepreneurship, and Workforce Development.
  • The session focused on the intersection of infrastructure investment and small business job creation.
  • Witnesses included representatives from manufacturing, higher education, labor unions, and general contracting.
  • The hearing record includes prepared statements from four primary witnesses and six additional organizations.
  • The proceedings were governed by H.Res. 965 regarding remote hearing protocols.
  • No questions or answers for the record were submitted following the hearing.

Frequently Asked Questions

What was the purpose of this hearing?
The hearing was held to gather expert testimony on how infrastructure investment can support small business growth and workforce development.
Who testified at the hearing?
Witnesses included Michael Tamasi (AccuRounds), Dr. Annette Parker (South Central College), Eddie Bustamante (LIUNA Local 720), and Gus Bruner (Caliagua, Inc.).

Why It Matters

This hearing serves as a formal record of expert testimony that informs potential federal infrastructure legislation and small business policy priorities.

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Lobbying Activity

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Discoveries

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Remote Hearing Protocol

The document highlights the transition to remote legislative proceedings in 2021, specifically citing H.Res. 965.

Connected Entities

personEddie BustamantePolitical Director of LIUNA Local 720, witnessMap →
organizationCommittee on Small BusinessHouse committee overseeing the hearingMap →
personGus BrunerPresident of Caliagua, Inc., witnessMap →
personJason CrowChairman of the Subcommittee on Innovation, Entrepreneurship, and Workforce DeveMap →
personMichael TamasiCEO of AccuRounds, witnessMap →
personYoung KimRanking Member/Subcommittee memberMap →
personAnnette ParkerPresident of South Central College, witnessMap →

Sources

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  • Controversy10
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  • Entertainment5
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  • Buzz10
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