Iowa Governor Kim Reynolds (R) delivered the State of the State address at the Iowa State Capitol in Des Moines. In her speech, Governor Reynolds highlighted her goals to cut taxes, increase spending on mental health care and continue to invest in workforce programs. Governor Reynolds also called for two amendments to the Iowa Constitution: one stating "the constitution does not grant the right to abortion," and the other giving convicted felons voting rights.
Tate Reeves was sworn-in as Mississippi's 65th governor and delivered his inaugural address in Jackson. In his speech, Gov. Reeves outlined his plan for economic growth in the state, including expanding workforce training and bringing businesses to the Mississippi.
Assistant Attorney General for National Security John Demers spoke about national security issues at an American Bar Association event in Washington, DC.
The House Oversight and Reform Subcommittee on Economic and Consumer Policy held a hearing on public health concerns about carcinogens in talc, and asbestos in consumer products. During this portion of the hearing, witnesses gave opening statements before the committee recessed for votes on the House floor.
The House Energy and Commerce Subcommittee on Health held a hearing to examine federal marijuana policy, including the implications of changing its drug schedule listing and the potential of cannabis research. Witnesses from the National Institute on Drug Abuse, the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) and the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) testified on current marijuana policy, the health effects of cannabis, and what steps Congress can take to allow for more research of cannabis compounds and products.
A House Homeland Security subcommittee held a hearing on child deaths and the conditions at immigration detention facilities. The hearing focused on steps taken to improve border facilities to provide medical care, as well as medical evaluations given to migrants once they are in Customs and Border Protection custody.
The U.S. Council on Competitiveness held its annual forum featuring government officials, business leaders and economists. In this portion, a group of business leaders discussed the future innovation and competitiveness environment in the U.S. Following the discussion, Energy Secretary Dan Brouilette delivered remarks on what the administration was doing to help spur innovation and competitiveness in the energy sector.
Former State Department and national security officials discussed the Trump administration's Iran policy at a House Foreign Affairs Committee hearing. Among the witnesses were former National Security Adviser Stephen Hadley, who served during the George W. Bush administration. Secretary of State Mike Pompeo declined an invitation to testify on President Trump's decision to kill Iranian Gen. Qassem Soleimani. Committee Chair Rep. Eliot Engel (D-NY) threatened to subpoena Secretary Pompeo in order to obtain information on the U.S. drone strike.
Federal officials and non-profit organization leaders testified on food insecurity among the veteran population before the House Veterans' Affairs Subcommittee on Economic Opportunity.
Economic and foreign policy scholars discussed China's economy at an event hosted by the Brookings Institution in Washington DC. Panelists also talked about China's domestic challenges, economic trends, environmental policies and technology innovation.
The American Constitution Society for Law and Policy hosted a discussion on voting rights. Speakers included law professors from UCLA, Duke University and the University of Southern California. Topics addressed included the Voting Rights Act, voter access to the polls, the Electoral College and state voter ID laws.
Federal officials and non-profit organization leaders testified on food insecurity among the veteran population before the House Veterans' Affairs Subcommittee on Economic Opportunity.
Economic and foreign policy scholars discussed China's economy at an event hosted by the Brookings Institution in Washington DC. Panelists also talked about China's domestic challenges, economic trends, environmental policies and technology innovation.
The American Constitution Society for Law and Policy hosted a discussion on voting rights. Speakers included law professors from UCLA, Duke University and the University of Southern California. Topics addressed included the Voting Rights Act, voter access to the polls, the Electoral College and state voter ID laws.
