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China commission calls for stronger tech export controls - Roll Call

Congress must create a stronger system to stop the flow of technology that can aid Beijing’s military, according to a U.S. commission. 

Roll Call · Nov 28, 2023

Bliley, who rode red wave to Commerce chair, dies at 91 - Roll Call

Former Rep. Thomas J. Bliley Jr., who chaired the House Commerce Committee after the Republican wave of 1994, died Thursday at age 91.

Roll Call · Nov 17, 2023

Senate votes to keep government open amid wide gulf on spending - Roll Call

A stopgap spending measure to keep the government operating into early 2024 is headed to President Joe Biden's desk.

Roll Call · Nov 15, 2023

DeSantis says Florida helped send weapons to Israel — a move that could boost him in the GOP primary

Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis's office says the state has arranged to send drones, weapons and ammunition to Israel as it prepares for an incursion of Gaza in response to Hamas’ attack

The Independent UK · Oct 26, 2023

Previously stalled FAA, Amtrak nominees move toward vote in Senate - Roll Call

The Senate Commerce Committee on Wednesday advanced FAA and Amtrak nominees, after senators lifted their objections.

Roll Call · Oct 18, 2023

China says US moves to limit access to advanced computer chips hurt supply chains, cause huge losses

Beijing has vigorously protested the U.S. Commerce Department's latest update of export controls to prevent exports to China of advanced computer chips and the equipment to make them

The Independent UK · Oct 18, 2023

The Commerce Department updates its policies to stop China from getting advanced computer chips

The Commerce Department has updated and broadened its export controls to stop China from acquiring advanced computer chips and the equipment to manufacture them

The Independent UK · Oct 17, 2023

Commerce Secretary Gina Raimondo on her working group with China: 'Hopefully the baby steps lead to bigger steps'

At Fortune's CEO Initiative, Raimondo laid out the Biden administration's "small garden, high walls" approach to building its relationship with China.

Fortune · Oct 3, 2023

Companies Seeking CHIPS Act Subsidies Are Encouraged To Double-Dip

At least a dozen states have beefed up targeted incentives to coincide with handouts from the Commerce Department.

Reason · Sep 28, 2023

Military pay, typically exempted during shutdowns, is at risk - Roll Call

This year, a vulnerable House GOP incumbent is leading the charge to ensure the troops get paid on time if funding lapses on Oct. 1.

Roll Call · Sep 25, 2023