Eddie Bernice Johnson

Written statement by Representative Eddie Bernice Johnson, Chairwoman, Committee on Science, Space, and Technology, U.S. House of Representatives.

Aviation noise isn't just an annoyance, but can lead to a host of long-term health and behavior problems for those subjected to high decibels of noise.

Ensuring that airports and the aviation community work together with nearby communities and the general public is critical to the growth of the aviation industry.

I hope today's discussion will examine how these provisions and any future legislation will help advance bioenergy's sustainability as a resource to meet the challenges of mitigating climate change.

Bioenergy is one of the world's oldest energy sources and continues to play a large and growing role in the global energy system.

Proposals for a Water Resources Development Act of 2022: Members' Day Hearing

I have a vested interest in overcoming barriers to the wider adoption of these fuels, as this sector is particularly challenging to decarbonize.

the recent tragic events and their rippling effects across the globe have underscored the necessity for us to diversify our nation's energy supplies.

Written statement by Representative Eddie Bernice Johnson, Chairwoman, Committee on Science, Space, and Technology, U.S. House of Representatives.

It is still largely a collection of individual projects rather than an integrated program managed by an empowered program manager.

I have long supported a NASA exploration program directed towards the inspiring-but also incredibly challenging-goal of human missions to the Moon and then to Mars.

I would like Artemis to succeed. However, I am very concerned that more than four years after this program was announced, many of the fundamental concerns and questions raised by Members of this Committee since the start of Artemis still…

Through the Artemis Accords, the United States has pledged to work with our allies to support peaceful and cooperative exploration and research.

We have long benefited from being the leader in space, but China is making aggressive moves to expand their presence, and Vladimir Putin is acting increasingly erratic and irresponsible.

We spend a lot of time in the Science Committee focusing on the challenges to growing a skilled STEM workforce for the 21st Century.

I strongly believe that to remain competitive, attract job creators, and meet our own needs for an evolving workforce, we need to take full advantage of America's full talent pool, no matter their zip code.

Thank you Chairwoman Stevens and Ranking Member Feenstra for holding this morning's hearing on strengthening our nation's microelectronics workforce.

I hope that this Committee will support a strong role for federally supported science and technology and a whole-of-government effort to combat human trafficking for a safer and more secure America.

We need more Federal coordination of research and technology development that will lead to evidence-based, victim-centered, survivor-informed, and culturally-informed anti-trafficking strategies.

How close are you on getting the altimeter certification for private jets? Are you near? Or is it on the horizon?

I am concerned about 5G technology's possible effect on small groups and smaller airports.

We look forward to working with Representative Cohen's office on Mississippi River restoration and conservation issues moving forward.

I want to just express my appreciation for them staying in touch and working with us in this unique area.

This environmental infrastructure authority will begin to correct this funding disparity and support our local economy.

It has been most encouraging to have worked closely over the years with the Corps of Engineers in the north Texas district office.