Gordon Retains Sci-Tech Panel Chairmanship

The House Democratic Caucus on Thursday reelected Rep Bart Gordon (D-TN) as chairman of the Science and Technology Committee for the 111th Congress. His agenda includes helping craft policies that can grow new sectors of the US economy and ensure the nation's long-term competitiveness. In the 110th Congress, Chairman Gordon's panel held 123 hearings and 17 full committee markups. More than 80 bills originated in the committee and were passed by the House, including 27 bills that were signed into law. Committee members are expected to be assigned in January.