Test. Test. Test. And part of that reason is because of the research that is going on at our National Labs. And im going to, again, ask paul to share with you, just because hes fresh out of seeing some of this and has to do with the Battery Storage. And the progress being made on Battery Storage is really fascinating. And ive always said that Battery Storage is the holy grail. If were able to get to that point where we can use our renewables, solar and wind in particular to power these batteries that have long time storage, and what were finding now is that the the elements that are being used to create some of these batteries are not Rare Earth Minerals and theyre elements that we have right here in the United States, so were going to be in control of our future substantially more on the Battery Storage if you just kind of give them a glimpse of whats going on here and i think thats pretty exciting stuff. So a couple of examples, the complex, r d business, beyond lithium ion batteries
We are delighted youre here today. This committee has jurisdiction over the department of energys vitally important science and Energy Research and development activities. The laboratories and facilities , so i hope we see you more frequently and i look forward to working with you throughout this congress. With the budget season mostly behind us, id like to bring just a few minutes and a few items to your attention. Ill start with the good news which is that despite the administrations best effort to make cuts across the board to deo research and Development Programs most faired well in the house of representatives. Im particularly pleased to see the increases to the budget for arpae and the long Programs Office both of which have yielded truly transformative results for Energy Technologies of all types. Im also quite happy that the house supported a substantial increase in the International Fusion project which i advocated for as well. I went to visit that project a couple years ago,
Would get in the way. But not clear beyond that. Could there be a strike tomorrow . I cant answer that. If we dont reach an agreement there could be a strike. T were doing everything we can and have delaye strike. The assembly moved dead line this, time, unions have not set a new deadline. Its obviously been frustrating to those who depend on bart, one man out here with signs earlier today. And uncertainty continues. We have not heard from either side in a couple hours and have no time frame tonight how long theyll talk. And again, unions have not given indications of whether they might strike tomorrow. So much uncertainty, thank you very much. Seems both sides began talking again shortly after that federal mediator arrived in town. 48 hours ago. So, who is this guy . And does he have what it takes to broker a deal . Were live in San Francisco with that story. Cornell . You know, george cohen not a household name. When talking mediation hes a very big deal. Bart riders may be happy to
Reopen the government avoid default and protect cuts achieved under the budget control act. There will be no major changes to the president S Health Care law, the main Sticking Point that sparked the shut down. Speaker john boehner says house rin republicans will not block the deal. Fought gt fight. We just didnt win. In a statement, boehner vowed the fight will continue. News of the deal to enld this whole mess set the stock market soaring. The dow rose 205 points, finic at 15,373. Nasdaq up 45 points. S p rose 23. News of the shut down appears to be met with a sense of relief. But there is anger directed at lawmakers that. Is probably not going subside soon. Abc 7 news joins us live now from San Francisco water front with reaction from tourists. Vic . Reporter of course the pain has been serious on workers furloughed and now with, out a paycheck two week buzz had a serious impact on businesses like the alcatras cruises. And a big disappointment to tourist whos came all the way theer
Commuters are anxious lay waiting word on how long bart trains will continue to roll. Good evening, im dan ashley. Bart workers could walk on a moments nlts but tonight theyre at the bargaining twaibl out the pressure of a strike ultimatum. Here is what we know. Talks resumed this afternoon after a marathon session overnight lasting more than five hours past the strike deadline. The chief bart negotiate jor not at the table tonight but executive director is. And now, leading the process is a federal mediator with a track record for resolving high profile zuts disputes. Laura . I can tell you at this point the a lot fewer fire works than yesterday here at the caltrans building perhaps both sides are tired, or they may be making some real progress. As you said, general manager is at the table ask just returned from a short break that. Is something unions wanted theyre also three federal mediators working with two sides. Both said the of george cohen made a big difference. Beyond that, ba