In the last hour mike pence landed in Washington State, very he is meeting with governor jay ensley to talk about the pandemic and to be brought up to date on the crisis in the state of washington. And earlier today the Vice President was in minnesota where he visited the 3m plant in january, 3m pledged to ramp up its production of protective facemasks to prevent a shortage because of the viruss spread. During his visit the Vice President spoke plainly, candidly just what the American People expect a leaders. The Vice President saying that while there are enough tests for those believed to have been exposed, there arent enough tests available for all americans yet. We dont have enough tests today to meet what we anticipate will be the demand going forward. For those who we believe have been exposed, those were showing symptoms we have been able to provide the testing. As more americans take an interest in this or have concerns we want to make sure they have access to a coronavirus test
In the last hour mike pence landed in Washington State, very he is meeting with governor jay ensley to talk about the pandemic and to be brought up to date on the crisis in the state of washington. And earlier today the Vice President was in minnesota where he visited the 3m plant in january, 3m pledged to ramp up its production of protective facemasks to prevent a shortage because of the viruss spread. During his visit the Vice President spoke plainly, candidly just what the American People expect a leaders. The Vice President saying that while there are enough tests for those believed to have been exposed, there arent enough tests available for all americans yet. We dont have enough tests today to meet what we anticipate will be the demand going forward. For those who we believe have been exposed, those were showing symptoms we have been able to provide the testing. As more americans take an interest in this or have concerns we want to make sure they have access to a coronavirus test
Agencies as well. This is our first hearing on the president s fiscal year 2021 budget request. However, i want to start with a matter of urgency. The coronavirus, covert 19, cases are growing as is alarm, this is both domestically and internationally. The u. S. Government has responded to the covert 19 outbreak with aggressive measures, significant travel restrictions, mandatory 14day quarantine for individuals returning to the u. S. From province. Mr. Secretary, i support your declaration of a Public Health emergency, we are dealing with the likelihood of a global pandemic, interesting to note yesterday from the cdc that commented that with regard to the United States its not a question of if but a question of when we will face the issue seriously here. That said, i have serious concerns about the administrations responsiveness with respect to funding, i understand senators of both parties expressed a similar concern to you at their hearing yesterday. I have repeatedly asked for info
Come to order. I just want all members to know that our Witnesses Today have to leave at 5 00 p. M. The questions for the first panel on the hhs budget with secretary, and, welcome, mr. Secretary, will be limited to four minutes. The second panel on the minutesl case, but only 10 members will be able to ask questions during that round. I will have to be strict with the gavel, since the witnesses have a tight timeframe. I know that you will all cooperate with that. Let us begin. Welcome, mr. Secretary. We are glad that you are here. We have a lot to take up. Every bit of it is, obviously, serious. The chair now recognizes herself for five minutes for an opening statement. Let me begin with mr. Secretary. I think that the confusion is the enemy of preparedness. Confusion is the enemy of preparedness. I believe that the administrations lack of coordination to the Coronavirus Response is on full display. We all know that. Markets are reacting, i think, at least in some parts, to the lack o
The benefits of modernized roads and bridges that allow them to more safely and quickly get to work and et home to their families. Nepa is the most litigated area of environmental law. Delays due to lengthy reviews and lawsuits increase costs for project applicants, states, tribes, localities, and taxpayers. These delays deter investments and these delays make our country less economically competitive. Todays proposal would modeshize the modernize the Environmental Review process t would make changes to establish a presumptive twoyear time limit for Environmental Impact statements. Require federal agencies to request information from applicants in the public earlier in the process. Increase coordination by agencies to reduce delays. Avoid duplication by facilitating use of documents required by other statutes or prepared by straight, tribal, or local agencies. And ensure that the regulations reflect current modern technologies. The proposed rule would provide for a faster process while