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WASHINGTON, D.C.  – Congressman Brett Guthrie (KY-02), Chairman of the Committee on Energy and Commerce, delivered the following opening statement at today’s Full Committee Markup. Chairman Guthrie’s opening statement as prepared for delivery: “Thank you all for being here today as we consider two important, bipartisan bills. First, we will continue our work to strengthen college athletics and the NIL environment for our student-athletes through the SCORE Act. I especially want to thank Chairman Bilirakis and Congressman Fry for their hard work getting us to this full committee markup today. I also want to thank Representatives Bynum and Figures for working across the aisle with us to improve this bill and find common ground. “Complex legal, operational, and policy questions have left student-athletes—and the universities they represent—on unstable ground, and student-athletes, programs, and conferences have all told us that a clear, national standard would strengthen this uniquely American institution. “Following the critical House settlement last month, it’s clear this is the moment to act and support the new era of college athletics. But our work at three House Committees, culminating in the SCORE Act, didn’t start last month. Since the beginning of this Congress, we have worked in a bipartisan way to develop a framework that codifies new NIL, health, and academic protections for players and provides stability for universities. “In March, we held both a bipartisan roundtable and a subcommittee hearing with witnesses representing players, coaches, and athletic directors. “Over a month and a half ago, we shared draft bill text with my friends across the aisle in search of common ground and compromise, and in June, we publicly released a discussion draft while continuing good faith negotiations. “Earlier this month, we negotiated a bipartisan deal and introduced the SCORE Act, and over the past week we have continued to work to find a compromise that would garner support from Democrat Members of this Committee. “In response to these conversations, we made edits to improve student-athlete representation in decision-making processes, narrowed preemption, clarified and narrowed the antitrust language, and added additional enforcement mechanisms. “This has been a long and open process, which we have approached with an open mind, and I remain hopeful that we will be able to continue growing this coalition and building more support for this commonsense bill, but we cannot delay. “Without this bill, student-athletes will be left to fend for themselves against bad actors, non-revenue generating sports could face devastating cuts, and legal uncertainty will continue to hang over college sports. “The SCORE Act delivers exactly what is needed: student-athlete benefits, stability, and transparency. “Today, we are also considering H.R. 4273, the Over-the-Counter Monograph Drug User Fee Amendments, otherwise known as ‘OMUFA,’ led by Representatives Latta and DeGette. This is the first reauthorization of OMUFA, and I look forward to continuing our bipartisan work to get this bill across the finish line by the September 30th expiration.  “As our FDA witness stated last week, without a timely reauthorization, certain FDA actions could be delayed by a decade or longer. “I appreciate all the work that’s gone into this bill and will continue to engage with stakeholders and our Senate colleagues to work towards commonsense solutions that support innovation and ensure patients have access to safe and effective products.”  ###

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, Congressman Brett Guthrie (KY-02), Chairman of the Committee on Energy and Commerce, led a markup of 13 bills focused on securing our grid and unleashing American energy. “American families and businesses rely on the abundant and affordable power we produce here at home,” said Chairman Guthrie. “The legislation advanced today will help us meet our energy goals of securing our grid, bringing more baseload power online, and powering the data centers we need to win the race for AI. Thank you to Chairman Latta, and all the members who have worked on these bills that will help provide the energy we need.” Legislative Vote Summary: H.R. 3616 , Reliable Power Act, was reported to the full House by a roll call vote of 28 yeas – 23 nays.     H.R. 1047 , Guaranteeing Reliability through the Interconnection of Dispatchable Power (GRID Power) Act, was reported to the full House by a roll call vote of 28 yeas – 23 nays. H.R. 3632 , Power Plant Reliability Act of 2025, was reported to the full House by a roll call vote of 25 yeas – 21 nays.      H.R. 3638 , Electric Supply Chain Act, was reported to the full House by a roll call vote of 33 yeas – 16 nays. H.R. 3157 , State Energy Accountability Act, was reported to the full House by a roll call vote of 26 yeas – 20 nays. H.R. 3628 , State Planning for Reliability and Affordability Act, was reported to the full House by a roll call vote of 25 yeas – 23 nays.     H.R. 3657 , Hydropower Relicensing Transparency Act, was reported to the full House as amended by a roll call vote of 47 yeas – 0 nays. H.R. 3015 , National Coal Council Reestablishment Act, was reported to the full House by a roll call vote of 25 yeas – 20 nays.     H.R. 3617 , Securing America’s Critical Minerals Supply Act, was reported to the full House as amended by a roll call vote of 23 yeas – 21 nays.     H.R. 3109 , Researching Efficient Federal Improvements for Necessary Energy Refining (REFINER) Act, was reported to the full House by a roll call vote of 28 yeas – 20 nays.     H.R. 3062 , Promoting Cross-border Energy Infrastructure Act, was reported to the full House by a roll call vote of 28 yeas – 23 nays.     H.R. 1949 , Unlocking our Domestic LNG Potential Act of 2025, was reported to the full House by a roll call vote of 26 yeas - 23 nays. H.R. 3668 , Improving Interagency Coordination for Pipeline Reviews Act was reported to the full House by a roll call vote of 27 yeas – 23 nays. Watch the full markup here . Below are key excerpts from today’s markup: Congressman August Pfluger (TX-11) : “My legislation, the Unlocking our Domestic Energy Potential Act, would ensure that a ban is never again placed on LNG exports. LNG exports unequivocally benefit our economy and domestic prices, and Congress must act to remove the politics from energy exports just as this committee did in 2015 when it lifted the crude oil export ban. The IEA expects global gas demand to reach record highs in the coming years, underscoring the need for new LNG supply, and it must be the United States, not Iran, not Russia, nor any other adversarial country that, that meets that demand and supplies affordable, clean, and abundant energy to the world.” Congressman Richard Hudson (NC-13): “If we want to fuel our nation forward, lower costs for consumers, win the AI race against China, and strengthen our position as an energy superpower. It is critical we have regulatory and statutory processes in place to build infrastructure in this country. This is a race we cannot lose. I urge my colleagues to vote yes on the Improving Interagency Coordination for Pipeline Reviews Act.” Congressman Gabe Evans (CO-08): “The State Planning for Reliability and Affordability Act is a common sense measure that will help incentivize better energy policy in Colorado and across the nation. The bill will help states lower the financial burden that constituents like mine are facing by encouraging states to consider implementing policy that focuses on long term energy reliability, which of course encourages affordability for working class families. Countless folks in my district are working tirelessly, tirelessly to put food on the table and achieve the American dream. But one of the biggest hurdles that my constituents are facing right now is skyrocketing utility costs.” ###

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, Congressman Brett Guthrie (KY-02), Chairman of the House Committee on Energy and Commerce, and Congressman Bob Latta (OH-05), Chairman of the Subcommittee on Energy, announced an Energy Subcommittee Markup of 13 bills.  WHAT: Energy Subcommittee Markup of 13 Bills DATE: Thursday, June 5, 2025 TIME: 10:00 AM ET LOCATION: 2123 Rayburn House Office Building This notice is at the direction of the Chairman. The hearing will be open to the public and press and will be live streamed online at energycommerce.house.gov . If you have any questions concerning the hearing, please contact Calvin Huggins with the Committee staff at  Calvin.Huggins1@mail.house.gov . If you have any press-related questions, please contact Ben Mullany at Ben.Mullany@mail.house.gov . Items to be considered: ·      H.R. 3616 , Reliable Power Act (Rep. Balderson) ·      H.R. 1047 , Guaranteeing Reliability through the Interconnection of Dispatchable Power (GRID Power) Act (Rep. Balderson) ·      H.R. 3632 , Power Plant Reliability Act of 2025 (Rep. Griffith) ·      H.R. 3638 , Electric Supply Chain Act (Rep. Latta) ·      H.R. 3157 , State Energy Accountability Act (Rep. Langworthy) ·      H.R. 3628 , State Planning for Reliability and Affordability Act (Rep. Evans) ·      H.R. 3657 , Hydropower Relicensing Transparency Act (Rep. Schrier) ·      H.R. 3015 , National Coal Council Reestablishment Act (Rep. Rulli) ·      H.R. 3617 , Securing America’s Critical Minerals Supply Act (Rep. James) ·      H.R. 3109 , Researching Efficient Federal Improvements for Necessary Energy Refining (REFINER) Act (Rep. Latta) ·      H.R. 3062 , Promoting Cross-border Energy Infrastructure Act (Rep. Fedorchak)  ·      H.R. 1949 , Unlocking our Domestic LNG Potential Act of 2025 (Rep. Pfluger)   ·      H.R. 3668 , Improving Interagency Coordination for Pipeline Reviews Act (Rep. Hudson)  ###

WASHINGTON, DC – Today, Congressman Brett Guthrie (KY-02), Chairman of the House Committee on Energy and Commerce, issued the following statement in response to Democrats’ false claims regarding Committee’s reconciliation text. “From the moment a budget reconciliation bill was on the table, Democrats began their fear campaign to scare Americans without any of the details. Now, Democrats are pedaling incorrect reports that include policies that aren’t even in the bill. This bill refocuses Medicaid on mothers, children, people with disabilities, and the elderly—not illegal immigrants and capable adults who choose not to work. It is reckless that my colleagues on the other side of the aisle claimed an artificially high number in alleged coverage loss just so they can fear monger and score political points,” said Chairman Guthrie. “This reconciliation is a win for Americans in every part of the country, and it’s a shame Democrats are intentionally reflexively opposing commonsense policies to strengthen the program.”   Read the story here . Read the bill text and section by section here . Read the Op-Ed here . ###

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Yesterday, the House Committee on Energy and Commerce, led by Chairman Brett Guthrie (KY-02), reported six pieces of legislation to the full House of Representatives. Chairman Guthrie issued the following statement after the conclusion of the markup. “This markup was another important opportunity for our committee to advance legislation to support the most vulnerable Americans ,” said Chairman Guthrie. “All of these bipartisan bills reflect our commitment to improving Americans’ health and strengthening our health care system. Thank you to all of the sponsors for their hard work to champion this vital legislation.”  Legislative Vote Summary: H.R. 2483 , SUPPORT for Patients and Communities Reauthorization Act of 2025, was reported to the full House by a roll call vote of 36 yeas – 13 nays. H.R. 1520 , Charlotte Woodward Organ Transplant Discrimination Prevention Act, was reported to the full House by a roll call vote of 46 yeas – 1 nay. H.R. 2319 , Women and Lung Cancer Research and Preventive Services Act of 2025, was reported to the full House by voice vote. H.R. 1669 , To amend the Public Health Service Act to reauthorize the Stop, Observe, Ask, and Respond to Health and Wellness Training Program, was reported to the full House by voice vote. H.R. 1082 , Shandra Eisenga Human Cell and Tissue Product Safety Act, was reported to the full House by voice vote. H.R. 2484 , Seniors’ Access to Critical Medications Act, was reported to the full House by a roll call vote of 38 yeas – 7 nays. Watch the full markup here . Below are key excerpts from yesterday’s markup: Congressman Brett Guthrie (KY-02) on the SUPPORT Act: “For far too long, Americans have witnessed the unprecedented rise in drug overdoses and substance use disorders, creating an imminent need for prevention, treatment and recovery services. The SUPPORT for Patients and Communities Reauthorization Act is a long standing priority for me and all the members of this committee, and this bill would reauthorize essential public health programs focused on prevention, treatment, and recovery for patients with substance use disorder.” Congresswoman Kat Cammack (FL-03) on the Charlotte Woodward Organ Transplant Discrimination Prevention Act: “This legislation is named in honor of Charlotte Woodward, a remarkable young woman with Down syndrome, who received a life-saving heart transplant more than 12 years ago. Charlotte is here with us today, and one day, she's going to be a member of Congress. That's what I'm putting my money on, but her presence here today is a powerful reminder that every life has value and potential, regardless of disability.” Congresswoman Diana Harshbarger (TN-01) on Seniors’ Access to Critical Medications Act: “ This legislation would provide continuation of pre-pandemic era flexibilities for specialty physicians and other healthcare providers to be able to deliver oral medications to patients by mail delivery or courier, or it would allow a designated caregiver or family member to pick up these medications instead for the patients. It's critically important for the well-being of cancer patients and others with serious diseases who are too sick to pick up their medications in person who live in rural areas distant from their physicians or who simply do not have transportation.” ###

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, Congressman Brett Guthrie (KY-02), Chairman of the House Committee on Energy and Commerce, announced a Full Committee Markup of six bills. WHAT : Full Committee Markup of Six Bills DATE : Tuesday, April 29, 2025  TIME : 10:00 AM ET  LOCATION : 2123 Rayburn House Office Building  This notice is at the direction of the Chairman. The hearing will be open to the public and press and will be live streamed online at  energycommerce.house.gov.  If you have any questions concerning the hearing, please contact Alex.Khlopin with the Committee staff at Alex.Khlopin@mail.house.gov . If you have any press-related questions, please contact Matthew VanHyfte at  Matt.VanHyfte@mail.house.gov . Items to be considered: H.R. 2483 , SUPPORT for Patients and Communities Reauthorization Act of 2025 H.R. 1520 , Charlotte Woodward Organ Transplant Discrimination Prevention Act H.R. 2319 , Women and Lung Cancer Research and Preventive Services Act of 2025 H.R. 1669 , To amend the Public Health Service Act to reauthorize the Stop, Observe, Ask, and Respond to Health and Wellness Training Program H.R. 1082 , Shandra Eisenga Human Cell and Tissue Product Safety Act H.R. 2484 , Seniors’ Access to Critical Medications Act ###

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, the House Committee on Energy and Commerce, led by Chairman Brett Guthrie (KY-02), reported 20 pieces of legislation to the full House of Representatives. “Today’s markup featured a variety of bills aiming to bolster our economy, protect Americans’ online safety, and strengthen consumer safety standards,” said Chairman Guthrie. “Thank you to the sponsors of each individual piece of legislation, as they all mark a significant step forward in ensuring a safer and more prosperous nation for future generations.”   Legislative Vote Summary:  H.R. 1442 , the Youth Poisoning Protection Act , was reported to the full House by a roll call vote of 50 yeas – 1 nay.          H.R. 973 , the Setting Consumer Standards for Lithium-Ion Batteries Act , was reported to the full House by voice vote.       H.R. 633 , the Tools to Address Known Exploitation by Immobilizing Technological Deepfakes On Websites and Networks (TAKE IT DOWN) Act , was reported to the full House by a roll call vote of 49 yeas – 1 nay.          H.R. 1664 , the Deploying American Blockchains Act of 2025 , was reported to the full House by voice vote.       H.R. 2444 , the Promoting Resilient Supply Chains Act of 2025 , was reported to the full House by a roll call vote of 50 yeas – 1 nay.        H.R. 2480 , the Securing Semiconductor Supply Chains Act , was reported to the full House by voice vote.     H.R. 1402 , the Transparency In Charges for Key Events Ticketing (TICKET) Act , was reported to the full House by voice vote.     H.R. 1479 , the Hotel Fees Transparency Act of 2025 , was reported to the full house by voice vote.     H.R. 859 , the Informing Consumers About Smart Devices Act , was reported to the full House by voice vote.    H.R. 2481 , the Romance Scam Prevention Act , was reported to the full House by voice vote.     H.R. 617 , the American Music Tourism Act of 2025 , was reported to the full House by a roll call vote of 52 yeas – 1 nay.      H. R. 2269 , the Wastewater Infrastructure Pollution Prevention and Environmental Safety (WIPPES) Act , was reported to the full House by voice vote.   H.R. 906 , the Foreign Adversary Communications Transparency (FACT) Act , was reported to the full House by voice vote.  H.R. 2449 , the Future Uses of Technology Upholding Reliable and Enhanced (FUTURE) Networks Act , was reported to the full House by voice vote. H.R. 2458 , the Secure Space Act , was reported to the full House by a roll call vote of 52 yeas – 1 nay.     H.R. 866 , the Removing Our Unsecure Technologies to Ensure Reliability and Security (ROUTERS) Act , was reported to the full House, as amended, by voice vote. H.R. 2482 , the National Telecommunications and Information Administration (NTIA) Reauthorization Act of 2025 , was reported to the full House by voice vote. H.R. 2399 , the Rural Broadband Protection Act of 2025 , was reported to the full House by a roll call vote of 51 yeas – 1 nay.     H.R. 2037 , the OpenRAN Outreach Act , was reported to the full House by voice vote. H.R. 1717 , the Communications Security Act , was reported to the full house by a roll call vote of 50 yeas – 1 nay.     Watch the full markup here . Below are key excerpts from today’s markup: Congressman Gus Bilirakis (FL-12) on the Transparency In Charges for Key Events Ticketing (TICKET) Act: “This legislation is about protecting consumers and ensuring fans can enjoy live events by improving ticket price transparency. HR 1402 requires all event ticket sellers to display the total ticket price, including all required fees upfront, provide refunds for canceled or postponed events and protect consumers from deceptive ticketing websites. This bill also prohibits speculative ticket sales, which is the practice of selling tickets that one does not actually possess. By eliminating this loophole, we are ensuring fairer access to tickets for all fans.” Congressman August Pfluger (TX-11) on the Tools to Address Known Exploitation by Immobilizing Technological Deepfakes On Websites and Networks (TAKE IT DOWN) Act: “We've heard time and again of the horrific stories of people ranging from celebrities to 14-year-old girls that have been victimized by this harmful content by strangers or even their peers. While AI has the potential to be harnessed for incredible things, there are far too many predators out there who abuse its power to exploit innocent people, which is why Congress must implement decisive federal guidelines. Myself, as a father of three girls, it's sickening, it's harmful, and it must stop. Big tech will not remain complicit anymore. They will take it down. This commonsense legislation is simple and should be a no-brainer to support. It would criminalize the publication of nonconsensual sexually exploitative images, including AI generated deep fakes and require platforms to remove them. This legislation has also been narrowly crafted to ensure that it does not affect consensual and constitutionally protected speech, which brings me back to the fact that this should be a no brainer to support.” Congressman Nick Langworthy (NY-23) on the Setting Consumer Standards for Lithium-Ion Batteries Act: “The flood of shoddily manufactured lithium-ion batteries into the United States with no serious safety standards has led to deadly fires and explosions and has even led to the deaths of innocent people and first responders. In New York city alone, these batteries have caused 850 fires since 2021, resulting in more than 450 injuries and 34 tragic deaths. Just this year, 279 immobility fires have been reported already – a staggering increase from 44 in 2020. This problem isn't just limited to New York. Across the country, families have been left homeless and first responders put in danger by low quality batteries powering many of these e-bikes and. shooters. HR 973, the Setting Consumer Standards for Lithium-Ion Batteries Act, sponsored by my colleague Representative Richie Torres, is a commonsense solution that will set clear safety standards for rechargeable lithium-ion batteries used in immobility devices, ensuring that only safe tested products reach American consumers.” ###

WASHINGTON, D.C.  –  Today, the House Committee on Energy and Commerce, led by Chairman Brett Guthrie (KY-02), will mark up 26 bills, including H.R. 2483, the SUPPORT for Patients and Communities Reauthorization Act of 2025. This bipartisan legislation, which is co-led by Chairman Guthrie and Congresswoman Brittany Pettersen (CO-07), has received widespread support from over 160 vital substance use disorder treatment and recovery organizations. Here’s what they’re saying: “The state of behavioral health in America remains a national crisis, with millions of people across the nation experiencing an SUD and 1 in 5 Americans experiencing an MH condition each year,” said Debbie Witchey, MHA, President and CEO of Association for Behavioral Health and Wellness (ABHW). “The SUPPORT Act is critical to effectively addressing SUDs and co-occurring MH conditions. Its policies and provisions will continue to embrace prevention, treatment, and a pathway to recovery.” “Last month, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention reported a nearly 24% decline in drug overdose deaths from September 2023 through September 2024. The number of overdose deaths during this 12-month period was the lowest since June 2020,” said Advocates for Opioid Addiction Treatment (AOAT). “Without question, the bipartisan SUPPORT Act of 2018, which expanded access to treatment and began addressing treatment workforce shortages played a critical role in reversing the tragic and deadly overdose trend and saving lives.”  “Overdose rates are beginning to drop slightly, and we firmly believe that our investment in recovery support services is a major reason why. The SUPPORT Act gave rise to the Building Communities of Recovery Program, which seeks to mobilize and connect a broad array of community-based resources for persons with substance use disorders (SUD) and co-occurring substance use and mental disorders (COD),” said Patty McCarthy, CEO of Faces & Voices of Recovery. “You have our full-throated support for the passage of this legislation, and we look forward to your continued commitment to the advancement of SUD treatment and recovery.”  Background:  H.R. 2483, the SUPPORT for Patients and Communities Reauthorization Act of 2025 reauthorizes key public health programs focused on prevention, treatment, and recovery for patients with substance use disorder that were established in the Substance Use-Disorder Prevention that Promotes Opioid Recovery and Treatment (SUPPORT) for Patients and Communities Act, which was signed into law in 2018. Full list of supporting organizations:  A Stepping Stone to Success Active Minds ADA Women's Center Addiction Policy Forum Addiction Professionals of North Carolina Advocates for Opioid Addiction Treatment (AOAT) Akin American Association for the Treatment of Opioid Dependence (AATOD) American Association of Addiction Nursing American College of Emergency Physicians (ACEP) American Foundation for Suicide Prevention American Jail Association American Podiatric Medical Association (APMA) Association for Behavioral Health and Wellness (ABHW) Association of Prosecuting Attorneys Barbie Girl Ink LLC Behavioral Health Foundation Beyond Addiction Boone County Drug Prevention Coalition Brain First Family Center Bridging Hope, Inc. Brightpoint Bring Light Save Life C.A.R.E CADCA California Consortium of Addiction Programs & Professionals Centerstone Center for Adolescent Behavioral Health Research, Boston Children's Hospital Chesapeake Integrated Behavioral Healthcare Children’s Hope Alliance Command Destinations Community in Connection Couve Collective Crossroads To Intervention, Inc Crosswinds Recovery Dayspring Foundation DePaul’s NCADD-RA Devin J. Norring Foundation Entertainment Industries Council, Inc. (EIC) Eating Disorders Coalition for Research, Policy, & Action (EDC) Faces & Voices of Recovery First Step Counseling & Educational Services Families Forward Michigan FASCETS Center for Neurodiversity FASD Changemakers FASD Collaborative Project FASD Network of Northern California FASD Network of Southern California FASD Strong FASD United FASDNow! Florissa Pediatric Development Center FLOW Counseling & Guidance, Pllc Formed Families Forward Foster Family Alliance of North Carolina Freund & Associates, LLC Functional Link Occupational Therapy Grant a Gift Autism Foundation Harm Reduction Research Lab, University of Arizona College of Medicine-Tucson Hawaii FASD Action Group Healthcare Leadership Council Heart & Soul Speech Hopewell HOR Community Solutions, LLC Huntington, WV QRT (Quick Response Team) Hurley House IC&RC Illuminate Colorado InforMATION, LLC Inseparable Institute for Behavior and Health, Inc. International Certification and Reciprocity Consortium (IC&RC) Iowa Harm Reduction Coalition Jenks Forensic Addictions Services JLM Research and Evaluation Kansas FASD Support Network, Inc Kasper’s FASD Life Coaching & Training Kentucky Alliance of Recovery Services Kohnlinq, Inc. Latino Ministers of New Jersey For Justice Liberation Programs Long Island Recovery Association Maddie Wright Foundation Madison County Recovery Allies Magical Manners Club for Boys & Girls Maryland Legislative Coalition Meadows Behavioral Healthcare Mental Health America Mental Health Colorado Mental Health Liaison Group (MHLG) Merakey Michigan Coalition for Fetal Alcohol Resources Education and Support Mighty Crow Milford Prevention Council Mississippi Society of Addiction Medicine Missouri Works Initiative Montgomery County Federation of Families for Children's Mental Health, Inc. NAMI Southeastern Arizona National Alliance for Comprehensive Addiction Treatment Solutions (NACATS) National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) National Alliance on Mental Illness, Southeastern AZ National Association for Behavioral Healthcare (NABH) National Association for Children of Addiction National Association of Addiction Treatment Providers National Behavioral Health Association of Providers National Council for Mental Wellbeing National Council on Problem Gambling (NCPG) National Disability Rights Network (NDRN) National District Attorneys Association NCFASD Informed, Inc. Neuro.behavioral.connections New Jersey Association of Mental Health and Addiction Agencies, Inc. New Jersey Center for Empowerment and Community Development New York State Council for Community Behavioral Healthcare No More ODs, Inc. Objective Recovery, Inc. Ohio Mental Health and Addiction Services Oregon Council for Behavioral Health PACID: Parent Advocates for Adult Children with IDD Power Forward, Inc. Prevention Action Alliance RASE Project ReBuilding Bridges Consulting, LLC Recovery Revolutionists Rockland Recovery Homes, Inc. Sacred Hearts Psychiatry and Addiction Medicine Sage Advice Therapy LLC Salisbury Elks #699 SC FASD COLLABORATIVE SEIU Local 500 Serenity Now - Nar-Anon Chapter Shatterproof Skyland Trail South Florida Wellness Network St. Joseph's Behavioral Health Center Supporting Community in Recovery Fund/Yakima Valley Community Foundation TASC, Inc. (Treatment Alternatives for Safe Communities) Teton County Health Department - Prevention Texas FASD Network The BROCK Foundation The Florida Center The Florida Center for Early Childhood The Kennedy Forum The Ohio Council of Behavioral Health and Family Services Providers The Papillion Center Kentucky The Sanctuary Foster Care Services Thrive Family Recovery Resources Treatment Communities of America Tyler's Redemption Place University of Washington UT Tyler School of Medicine Valley Court Diversion Programs Village Collaboration Station, PC Wake Up Nevada LLC WeKonnect LLC Westcare White Flint Family Pharmacy WV Drug Intervention Institute Wyoming County Special Needs Association 101 Ways 21-14 CAF Click here to for full bill text of H.R. 2483. ###

WASHINGTON, D.C.  – Congressman Brett Guthrie (KY-02), Chairman of the Committee on Energy and Commerce, delivered the following opening statement at today’s full committee markup. Chairman Guthrie's opening statement as prepared for delivery: “Thank you all for being here today for this markup as we look to advance legislation affecting Americans in the most personal ways. From reauthorizing key programs addressing substance use disorder, to protecting Americans online from sexual exploitation, the Committee on Energy and Commerce is working to address the biggest issues facing our country and our constituents. “Every bill we are considering today is bipartisan, and in many cases members of this Committee have been working together on them over several Congresses. Every bill today either passed out of the Committee unanimously and through the House last year with strong bipartisan votes or were negotiated and agreed upon on a bipartisan, bicameral basis at the end of last year. Every single bill we are considering had bipartisan agreement last Congress, and I am hope we can pick up where we left off to move them all forward today. “Earlier this Congress, Ranking Member Pallone and I testified before the House Administration Committee to talk about our Committee budget, and I really appreciate what the Ranking Member said at that hearing about some of the legislation we are considering today. “He said, 'While we were not able to get these bipartisan bills and provisions signed into law last Congress, I know that we are committed to getting them done this Congress.' “I am glad to report that we are moving those bills forward because they make our country stronger, and we need to pass this critical legislation.  “In particular, we will advance health care legislation to lower costs for patients, support cancer research, and address substance use disorder.  “I’m thankful to all of my colleagues who have supported this legislation to increase access to care for patients and their families.  “Today, we also have an opportunity to advance multiple bills that will strengthen our communications infrastructure and better prevent attacks from our adversaries, who are continually seeking to compromise our critical infrastructure. These bills will help fortify our networks against their threats.  “While technological leadership is critically important to our national security and economic prosperity, as a father and grandfather, I am extremely concerned by the stories we are all hearing from parents about the potential unintended consequences of new technologies.   “From protecting Americans from romance scams to increasing price transparency in ticketing and lodging, today should be a chance to celebrate bipartisan wins that serve our constituents.   “I am still hopeful that we can make progress soon on some of the other bills I have discussed with my friends across the aisle, but nonetheless, we are marking up some outstanding legislation today, and I want to thank all of our sponsors for their hard work getting us to this point.  “I always say the work we do here in the House affects people in their homes. This legislation makes American homes safer, healthier, and more prosperous.   “Thank you all for your hard work, and I look forward to advancing this legislation out of Committee.” ###