Chronology of Committee Work

Rep. Waxman Commends Royal Society for Efforts Against Scientific Misinformation

Rep. Waxman commends the Royal Society for its efforts to persuade ExxonMobil to cease funding organizations that spread misinformation on global warming. He shares a document that the ExxonMobil-funded American Petroleum Institute sent to misinform Members of Congress about the validity of certain global warming scientific studies.

Based on a New Study, Rep. Waxman Renews Request for FDA Investigation of Phenylephrine Decongestants

Citing a study conducted and completed in 2006, Rep. Waxman renews his request that FDA investigate whether pheylepherine oral nasal decongestants are effective. Manufacturers have begun to offer alternatives that eliminate pseudoephedrine and relay instead on phenylephrine, which permits them to be sold over-the-counter without any restrictions.

Rep. Waxman Presses for Explanation of CDC’s Failure to Update HIV Compendium

Rep. Waxman sends follow up letters to HHS and CDC regarding CDC’s inadequate response to his query about the HIV Compendium. The Compendium, a key compilation of evidence-based prevention measures, has not been updated since its 1999 release, although government experts have identified multiple new proven programs.

Rep. Waxman Requests Documents on FDA Inspections of Fresh Produce Firms

Following the 20th outbreak of E. coli linked to fresh produce since 1995, Rep. Waxman requests FDA inspection and enforcement records related to spinach and other fresh produce firms, including any record of enforcement actions recommended by FDA staff but ultimately not taken.

The Middle Class Squeeze

Since President Bush took office in January 2001, real incomes have fallen while costs have soared, creating a middle-class economic squeeze. A new report prepared for Democratic Leader Nancy Pelosi and Rep. Henry A. Waxman finds that working families have seen their real income drop by almost $1,300 since 2000, while the costs of health insurance, gasoline and home heating, and attending college have increased by almost $5,000 annually.

Rep. Waxman's Remarks on Climate Change

At a hearing today, Rep. Waxman spoke about the Bush Administration's poor record on climate change and the need for a new direction in overcoming the challenges presented by global warming.

Rep. Waxman Requests Documents and Briefing on CPA Cronyism Allegations

In light of recent media reports contradicting Pentagon claims that political ideology played no role in hiring practices at the Coalition Provisional Authority, Rep. Waxman requests that the Pentagon produce documents related to the screening and hiring of "temporary political appointees" to fill key roles in the Iraq reconstruction effort.

Reps. Hoyer and Waxman Ask for Independent Investigation into CPA Hiring

Following reports of undue political influence in hiring employees for the Coalition Provisional Authority, Reps. Hoyer and Waxman call for an independent investigation.

Rep. Waxman Works to Increase Flu Immunization Rates Among Health Care Workers

Rep. Waxman asks the Joint Commission on Accreditation of Healthcare Organizations and the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services to take greater steps to ensure that health care workers get their annual flu shots. Higher immunization rates among health care workers will not only keep them healthier, it will keep their patients healthier as well.

Rep. Waxman Requests GAO Study on EPA Budget Cuts

Reps. Waxman, Gordon, and Dingell request that the GAO examine the Administration's plan to cut funding for the Environmental Protection Agency's library system by over 30 percent. The budget cut will force EPA to substantially restructure library services by closing some libraries and reducing hours and services at others.

Drug Company Profits Soar Under Medicare Drug Plan

Today the Democratic Truth Squad released a new analysis that reveals pharmaceutical industry profits increased by over $8 billion in the first six months after the Medicare drug plan went into effect.

Rep. Waxman Releases Internal Commerce Department E-Mails on Climate Change

Rep. Waxman requests Commerce Secretary Carlos Gutierrez explain emails that appear to show that his office denied a media request to interview a NOAA scientist who had concluded that global warming may lead to more dangerous hurricanes.

Rep. Waxman's Remarks at Congressional Oversight Symposium

Rep. Waxman's remarks focus on the need for effective congressional oversight to rein in the excesses of the executive branch.

Reps. Waxman and Gordon Release GAO Report on the Data Quality Act

The report finds that in the first two years of the Act, there were 80 substantive challenges to agency information, with the majority coming from industry interests. Responding to these challenges can cost agencies significant time and resources.

Committee Requests Response to Report from Inspector General of the U.S. Postal Service

Reps. Waxman and Davis request additional information about the activities of Azeezaly Jaffer, former Vice President of Public Affairs and Communications at the Postal Service, who was found in a report by the Inspector General to have engaged in a wide range of misconduct.

Restoring Honesty and Accountability in Washington

Over the last five years, public confidence in the federal government has plummeted. Reports of enormous waste, fraud, and abuse have squandered both taxpayer dollars and public support. Rep. Henry A. Waxman and Democratic Members of the Committee on Government Reform have developed six proposals to restore honesty and accountability in government.

Democratic Truth Squad Introduces 'Clean Contracting Act'

Today the House Democratic Waste, Fraud, and Abuse Truth Squad introduced the "Clean Contracting Act of 2006." The bill would end the abusive contracting practices that have been rampant under the Bush Administration and promote greater transparency and accountability in federal contracting.

Rep. Waxman's Statement on Iraq Reconstruction Efforts

In a statement at a subcommittee hearing on Iraq reconstruction, Rep. Waxman says that the U.S.'s effort has been largely a failure and asks the Bush Administration and Congress to have an honest discussion on how to move forward.

Rep. Waxman Urges NFL to Reexamine Drug Policy

In the wake of new reports about widespread use of HGH by NFL players, and new information in the case of Carolina Panthers players who used numerous performance enhancing drugs, Rep. Waxman asks the NFL to reassess its drug policy.

Rep. Waxman Inquires About Omission of Evolutionary Biology from Federal Grant Program

Rep. Waxman asks for details regarding the exclusion of evolutionary biology, a core component of the biological sciences, from the eligibility rules for the Department of Education's new "National Smart Grant" program.

Waste, Fraud, and Abuse in Hurricane Katrina Contracts

In the aftermath of Hurricane Katrina, the Bush Administration turned to private contractors to provide relief and recovery services worth billions of dollars. At the request of Reps. Waxman, Cardoza, Obey, Tanner, Norton, and Tierney, this report identifies 19 Katrina contracts, collectively worth $8.75 billion, that have experienced significant overcharges, wasteful spending, or mismanagement.

Rep. Waxman Requests Investigation of Effectiveness of Phenylephrine Nasal Decongestants

Rep. Waxman asks FDA to investigate whether phenylephrine oral nasal decongestants are effective. Manufacturers have begun to offer alternatives that eliminate pseudoephedrine and rely instead on phenylephrine, which permits them to be sold over-the-counter without any restrictions. Medical studies indicate that phenylephrine may be no more effective than placebo in alleviating nasal congestion, raising questions regarding FDA’s conclusion that the drug is safe and effective for over-the-counter use.

Rep. Waxman Requests Medicaid Documents to be Properly Posted on Website

Rep. Waxman asks that guidance letters provided to state Medicaid programs be provided on the Center for Medicare and Medicaid Services website in a format generally accessible to standard computer users.

FEMA Trailers Exhibit Unsafe Levels of Formaldehyde Gas

Reps. Waxman and Melancon request information from FEMA regarding hazardous levels of formaldehyde gas, a respiratory irritant and carcinogen, detected in FEMA-issued trailers used for housing Hurricane Katrina evacuees. Tests reveal that 94 percent of trailers tested had indoor levels of formaldehyde above EPA safety guidelines.

Rep. Waxman Requests Investigation Into Poor Mail Service in Los Angeles Area

Rep. Waxman requests that the USPS Inspector General initiate an investigation to identify the cause of the continuing delays at the Los Angeles mail processing center. An anonymous report received by Rep. Waxman shows unacceptable delays in both first class and periodical mail, confirming reports by constituents of poor mail service.

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