Chronology of Committee Work

Hearing Postponed: From Hard Drives to Helicopters: What’s the Plan for Withdrawal of U.S. Assets from Iraq?

The hearing originally scheduled for Tuesday, July 28, 2009 at 2 p.m. entitled, “From Hard Drives to Helicopters: What’s the Plan for Withdrawal of U.S. Assets from Iraq?” has been postponed and will be rescheduled for a future date.

Hearing on U.S. Promotion of the Afghan Economy: Impediments and Opportunities

On Tuesday, July 14, 2009, the Subcommittee on National Security and Foreign Affairs continued its extensive oversight of U.S. efforts in Afghanistan and Pakistan by conducting a hearing designed to explore efforts by the U.S., the Afghan government, and others to spur the Afghan economy now in an effort to help stabilize the country.

Hearing on Sexual Assault in the Military Part 3: Context & Causes

On June 25, 2009, the Subcommittee on National Security and Foreign Affairs continued to investigate the issue of sexual assault in the military by holding a hearing focused on characteristics of sexual assailants and contributing factors affecting the occurrences of sexual assaults. The hearing examined the dynamics behind sexual assault, both within the context of the military and the general public, and was designed to inform lawmakers on how the U.S. government can mitigate risks to potential victims in the military. This hearing was timed in advance of the Sexual Assault Prevention and Response Office (SAPRO) strategic plan and Defense Task Force on Sexual Assault in the Military Services findings that are set for release in late summer.

Hearing on Afghanistan and Pakistan: Oversight of a New Interagency Strategy

On Wednesday, June 24, 2009, the Committee on Oversight and Government Reform and the Subcommittee on National Security and Foreign Affairs continued their extensive oversight of U.S. efforts in Afghanistan and Pakistan by conducting a hearing designed to explore the Obama administration’s new interagency strategy for Afghanistan and Pakistan.

Oversight Committee Hearing on Afghanistan and Pakistan Postponed

Hearing on U.S. Contributions to the Response to Pakistan’s Humanitarian Crisis: The Situation and the Stakes

On June 16, 2009, the Subcommittee on National Security and Foreign Affairs continued its extensive oversight of U.S. efforts in Afghanistan and Pakistan by conducting a hearing on the situation of the almost three million Internally Displaced Persons (IDPs) in Pakistan’s North West Frontier Province. The hearing featured witnesses from the International Crisis Group, Refugees International, and a member of the Pakistani National Assembly who is also a former member of the Pakistani Cabinet. Two of these witnesses testified live from Pakistan. The Subcommittee also received a briefing from the office of the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees.

National Security Subcommittee Hearing on Commission on Wartime Contracting: Interim Findings and Path Forward

On Wednesday, June 10, 2009, the Subcommittee on National Security and Foreign Affairs continued its oversight of defense spending issues with a hearing to discuss the Wartime Contracting Commission’s interim findings on government contract practices in Iraq and Afghanistan. The Commission’s interim report was released in conjunction with this hearing. A final report is due to Congress in 2010.

Hearing on Afghanistan and Pakistan: Resourcing the Civilian ‘Surge’

On Tuesday, May 19, 2009, the Subcommittee on National Security and Foreign Affairs continued its extensive oversight of U.S. efforts in Afghanistan and Pakistan by conducting a hearing to examine the Administration’s new Afghanistan / Pakistan strategy calling for a “civilian surge.” This hearing featured high-ranking government officials from the Department of State, Agency for International Development (USAID), Department of Agriculture (USDA), and Department of Defense (DOD).

Chairman Tierney Comments on House Passage of Pentagon Procurement Reform Bill

Chairman John Tierney issued a statement following House passage of H.R. 2101, the Weapons Acquisition System Reform Through Enhancing Technical Knowledge and Oversight (WASTE-TKO) Act.

Hearing on GPS: Can We Avoid a Gap in Service?

On Thursday, May 7, 2009, the Subcommittee on National Security and Foreign Affairs held a hearing on the findings of a GAO report released in conjunction with the hearing that identifies challenges within Global Positioning System (GPS) capabilities and the timing and quality of planned upgrades. In addition, the hearing examined GPS procurement history and the reliance on GPS across industries and government.

Chairman Tierney to offer opening remarks Commission before War Time Contracting Hearing on LOGCAP

Congressman John F. Tierney (D-MA), Chairman of the Subcommittee on National Security and Foreign Affairs, testified before the Commission on Wartime Contracting. As an original sponsor of the Commission’s authorizing legislation, Chairman Tierney has long been committed to vigorous oversight of federal contracting. In his statement today, Chairman Tierney reaffirmed that commitment and underscored the Commission’s critical role as a supplement to congressional oversight efforts.

Hearing on National Security Implications of U.S. Policy toward Cuba

On Wednesday, April 29, 2009 the Subcommittee on National Security and Foreign Affairs conducted an oversight hearing on the national security policy implications of U.S. policy toward Cuba. The hearing aimed to investigate the impact of current U.S.-Cuba policy on U.S. national security and evaluated the potential effects of increased U.S.-Cuba interaction on U.S. national security interests.

Hearing on Afghanistan and Pakistan: Understanding and Engaging Regional Stakeholders

On Tuesday, March 31, 2009, the Subcommittee on National Security and Foreign Affairs continued its extensive oversight of U.S. efforts in Afghanistan and Pakistan by conducting a hearing to explore the vital role played by Afghanistan’s and Pakistan’s neighbors. This hearing featured former high-ranking government officials, including the U.S. Ambassador to Pakistan in the wake of the September 11 attacks, as well as regional specialists with extensive on-the-ground experience in Iran, India, Russia, China, and the Central Asian Republics.

Hearing on Troops, Diplomats, and Aid: Assessing Strategic Resources for Afghanistan

On Thursday, March 26, 2009, the Subcommittee on National Security and Foreign Affairs continued its extensive oversight of U.S. efforts in Afghanistan and Pakistan by conducting a hearing designed to explore what objectives the U.S. should try to achieve in Afghanistan, as well as the resources necessary to achieve them including: the utility, capacity, and optimal number of military forces; the utility, capacity, and optimal number of civilian U.S. employees; various international resource options; the positive and negative effects of increased presence of U.S. personnel on the Afghan people; and the optimal model for security and development assistance. This hearing coincided with the ongoing strategic review being prepared for President Obama.

Hearing on Money, Guns, and Drugs: Are U.S. Inputs Fueling Violence on the U.S.-Mexico Border?

On Thursday, March 12, 2009, the Subcommittee on National Security and Foreign Affairs conducted an oversight hearing on whether U.S. money, guns, drug consumption, and drug precursors are fueling violence on the U.S.-Mexico border. Members explored the threats this violence poses to U.S. national security interests.

Subcommittee Holds Hearing on “Money, Guns, and Drugs: Are U.S. Inputs Fueling Violence on the U.S.-Mexico Border?”

On Thursday, March 12, 2009, the Subcommittee on National Security and Foreign Affairs held an oversight hearing on whether U.S. money, guns, drug consumption, and drug precursors are fueling violence on the U.S.-Mexico border. Members also explored the threats this violence poses to U.S. national security interests. The hearing took place in room 2154 Rayburn House Office Building

Hearing on Afghanistan and Pakistan: Understanding a Complex Threat Environment

On March 4, 2009, the Subcommittee on National Security and Foreign Affairs held a hearing entitled, “Afghanistan and Pakistan: Understanding a Complex Threat Environment”. The hearing took place in room 2154 Rayburn House Office Building.

Tierney Comments on GAO Report on Securing, Stabilizing and Developing the Pakistan-Afghanistan Border Area

Today, Rep. John F. Tierney (D-Mass.), Chairman of the Subcommittee on National Security and Foreign Affairs, issued the following statement about a newly released Government Accountability Office (GAO) report he requested as part of his sustained oversight of U.S. efforts in Pakistan and Afghanistan…

Training and Equipping Afghan Security Forces: Unaccounted Weapons and Strategic Challenges

On Thursday February 12, 2009, the Subcommittee on National Security and Foreign Affairs will conduct a hearing on U.S. efforts to train and equip the Afghan army and police.

Tierney Statement on GAO Defense Supplier Base Report

Today, Chairman John F. Tierney issued the following statement with respect to a newly issued Government Accountability Office (GAO) report he requested as part of his sustained oversight into the ability of the Defense Department to manage the health of its supplier base.

Subcommittee Staff Report on U.S. Coalition Support Funds to Pakistan

Today, Chairman John F. Tierney issued the following statement with respect to a report his subcommittee staff released today that represents a year-long, in-depth investigation of the $6.3 billion Coalition Support Funds program to Pakistan.

Chairman Tierney's Statement on GAO Report Critiquing Military Disability Evaluation System

Today, Chairman John F. Tierney issued the following statement with respect to a newly issued Government Accountability Office (GAO) report he requested as part of his sustained oversight on this issue, which details the significant challenges remaining in how the military evaluates service member disabilities.

“Oversight of U.S.-Pakistan Relations: From Ad Hoc and Transactional to Strategic and Enduring”

On Wednesday, September 24, 2008, at 2:00 P.M. in room 2203 of the Rayburn House Office Building, the Subcommittee on National Security and Foreign Affairs will hold a hearing on oversight of U.S. – Pakistan strategic relations.

“Oversight Hearing on Sexual Assault in the Military - Part 2”

On Wednesday, the Subcommittee on National Security and Foreign Affairs held a second hearing to examine the current status of sexual assault response and prevention within the U.S. military.

Defense Department Agrees to Cooperate with Investigation into Sexual Assault in the Military

Defense Department officials notified Committee staff that Secretary Gates has agreed to comply with the Committee’s subpoena and make Dr. Kaye Whitley available to testify.

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