Frequently Asked Questions

How do we connect to Live Web casts?

Live Web casts can be found in two places on our Web site: (1) on the Home Page under "Today In Committee" and (2) on the Schedule page. The Web cast will generally begin 10 minutes prior to the start of the hearing or markup. Web casts of proceedings held in room 2123 Rayburn House Office Building will be audio and video. Web casts of proceedings held in room 2322 Rayburn House Office Building will be audio only, due to technical reasons. Windows Media Player is required to view all Committee video and audio Web casts.

Are Web casts of hearings and markups archived?

Yes, we do archive the Web casts of hearings and markups. They are posted to our Web site generally on the day the meeting concludes. You can find them on the respective hearing or markup pages.

Where can I find the Committee's Schedule?

You can connect to the Committee's schedule by clicking on the "Schedule" button on the home page top navigation bar.

Where is Witness testimony?

Testimony is posted once it has been delivered live by the witness before the Members of the Subcommittee or Full Committee. Once the testimony is considered public, then it is posted to the Hearings page dedicated to that particular hearing.

Where are Witness lists?

Witness lists are posted to our Web site first on "Today in Committee" on our home page, as well as on the Schedule page prior to the hearing. When the hearing has completed, the witness lists will move to the respective hearing page.

How can I find the status of legislation?

Thomas Legislation on the Internet is a useful tool in researching the status of House bills and resolutions. We will post Selected Legislation on our Web site in order to provide information on legislation that the Committee has under consideration.

Do you have an e-mail alert system for changes on the schedule, as well as newly-released press materials?

Yes, we provide this service for schedule updates. You can signup for this service on the Schedule page. Press lists are maintained by the Committee's press office. Members of the media can contact the press office at 202-225-2927.

Where do I find letters, statements, and news releases?

These items are listed under the Public Record. You can access this through our homepage via the top navigation bar.

Where can I find links to Printed Hearings, Compilation of Laws, Legislative Reports, Committee Rules, and Committee Oversight Plan?

These items are all available on the Publications page. You can access this through our homepage via the top navigation bar under Legislative Activity.