United States Senator Olympia J. Snowe

Olympia J. Snowe
United States Senator for Maine

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About Senator Snowe - Committee Assignments

About the Senate Committee System

Due to the high volume and complexity of its work, Congress divides its tasks among various committees and subcommittees. The House and Senate each have their own committee system, which are similar. Within chamber guidelines, however, each committee adopts its own rules; thus, there is considerable variation among panels.

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Committees on which Senator Snowe Sits:

Select Committee on Intelligence
The Select Committee on Intelligence oversees all intelligence activities of the United States government.

Committee on Commerce, Science, & Transportation The Commerce, Science, and Technology Committee has jurisdiction over a wide range of issues including science and technology, aviation, oceans & fisheries. Senator Snowe is ranking member of the Subcommittee on Oceans, Atmosphere, Fisheries and the Coast Guard, and is a member of the Subcommittees on Aviation; Surface Transportation and Merchant Marine; and Communications and Technology.

Committee on Finance

The Committee on Finance deals with issues relating to taxes, health care, trade and Social Security. Senator Snowe is a member of the Subcommittees on Health Care; International Trade, Customs, and Global Competitiveness; and, Taxation, IRS Oversight, and Long-Term Growth.

Committee on Small Business & Entrepreneurship
The Committee on Small Business & Entrepreneurship considers proposed legislation, messages, petitions, memorials, and other matters relating to the Small Business Administration. Senator Snowe is ranking member of the Committee.