Commerce, Justice, Science, and Related Agencies (116th Congress)
Committee Contact Information
H-310 The Capitol
(202) 225-3351
Membership
- José Serrano, Chairman
- Matt Cartwright
- Grace Meng
- Brenda Lawrence
- Charlie Crist
- Ed Case
- Marcy Kaptur
- Robert Aderholt, Ranking Member
- Martha Roby
- Steven Palazzo
Jurisdiction
- Department of Commerce
- Department of Justice
- National Aeronautics and Space Administration
- National Science Foundation
- Related Agencies
- Commission on Civil Rights
- Equal Employment Opportunity Commission
- International Trade Commission
- Legal Services Corporation
- Marine Mammal Commission
- Office of Science and Technology Policy
- Office of the United States Trade Representative
- State Justice Institute
Recent Activity
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The National Science Foundation is an independent federal agency charged with promoting basic research and education in science and engineering. In doing so, it is a major source of federal support for U.S. university research in the STEM fields. NSF’s investments in STEM education help train the next generation of scientists and engineers. As you know, Dr. Córdova, I am a strong supporter of NSF and believe that its programs help our Nation to be the world leader in major discoveries, innovations, and scientific breakthroughs.
Subcommittee on Commerce, Justice, Science, and Related Agencies
There is an epidemic of gun violence in our nation, and this subcommittee has a key role to play in the urgently needed response, as we oversee the federal law enforcement agencies tasked with overseeing gun dealers, investigating gun crimes, and running our background check system, among other things.
That is why I am pleased to welcome our two witnesses today, Thomas Brandon, the Deputy Director and Head of the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives, otherwise known as the ATF, and Christine Halvorsen, the Acting Assistant Director for Criminal Justice Information Services, or CJIS at the Federal Bureau of Investigation. CJIS, among other things, operates the National Instant Criminal Background Check System, more commonly known as NICS.
For more than 60 years, the Civil Rights Division at the Department of Justice has been a shining example to our nation. It has fought for marginalized communities, protected basic rights, and ensured justice for all communities. In communities of color, the Civil Rights Division holds a place of reverence that is well earned through a record of achievement. The mission of the division is essential to ensuring that ALL Americans receive equal protection under the law.