Test of these taking back power from the executive branch is often a challenge that requires overriding a president ial veto which is increasingly difficult. A return to normal appropriations, increase in legislative oversight, particularly by a spending authority, an earmark reform that both returns the practice while strengthening its integrity requires no president ial signoff. In fact each step rests solely within the purview of congress and it would allow legislators to increase capacity, better represent their constituents, uphold their oath and recommit to the spirit and letter of article i of the constitution. Thank you for your time. Thank you. Were going to head into questions. Im going to yield my time to representative scanlan. I know you have another hearing to get to. Thank you so much, i appreciate it. And thank you, chairman kilmer and vice chair graves for holding this hearing. Weve had a number of hearings talking about kind of the Practical Impact of issues so its re
Coming up this morning, Theodore Johnson of the Brennan Center will join us to talk about the africanamerican vote in campaign 2020. Of the university of Virginia Center of politics will discuss the latest news in campaign 2020. Be sure to watch washington journal live at 7 00 eastern this morning. Join the discussion. Examinest, a hearing Congress Constitutional role as a coequal branch of government. We hear about the role of earmarks and transparency and how increased funding and staffing can lead to a more effective government. This is two hours, 15 minutes. The committee will come to order without objection. Articlering is titled one, capacity and equipping congress to better serve the american people. I now recognize myself for five minutes to give an opening statement. Im excited to be here today, gaveling in the first hearing of the new year. This committee has had a productive last year, passing 45 recommendations focus on making congress more effective and efficient so it can
Development department recently appeared before the banking committee. Such as the Community Development block grant. This is about 90 minutes. This hearing will come to order. This morning we will consider the nominations of Kevin Hassett and the honorable pamela pate naude. I see friends and family behind you as well and i see my good friend bob dole, at least, i did a few minutes ago and we welcome him here. And will play an Important Role in spurring economic student. Mr. Hassett has had a distinguished career in economics that includes positions in academia, government and policy. A widely consulted expert on Economic Policy and has contributed countless papers, commentary and testimony. Nomination has received bipartisan support. Mr. Hassetts understanding of tax policy will be an asset to the administration. He has extensive experience with economic modelling. For pro growth policies. Key to Economic Growth is not only robust Financial Markets but also economic policies that wil
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