http://www.c-spanvideo.org/person/61620 James Risch's recent appearances from the C-SPAN networks en-US Copyright 2013, National Cable Satellite Corporation info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) Tue, 18 Jun 2013 06:35:48 GMT C-SPAN Person Recent Appearances http://www.c-spanvideo.org/videoLibrary/showPicture.php?personid=61620&width=130 http://www.c-spanvideo.org/person/61620 136 728 Head shot of {$person->name} Secretary Sally Jewell and Deputy Secretary David Hayes testified on programs and activities under Department of the Interior jurisdiction. Topics included offshore drilling, wildfire management, and the maintenance backlog at national parks. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/313189-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) Senate Committee http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/313189-1 Thu, 06 Jun 2013 18:18:42 GMT The Senate Energy and Natural Resources Committee held a hearing on the nomination of Ernest Moniz to be the secretary of the Department of Energy. He was introduced by former Senator Jeff Bingaman (D-NM) and former National Security Adviser Brent Scowcroft. Many senators asked questions about Environmental Protection Agency policy. Other topics included nuclear fuel and waste, reducing carbon emissions, carbon capture, renewable energy, and hydraulic fracturing, or "fracking." http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/311962-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) Senate Committee http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/311962-1 Tue, 09 Apr 2013 14:12:04 GMT Sally Jewell testified on her nomination to become secretary of the interior. She was introduced by Washington Senators Patty Murray and Maria Cantwell. In remarks she pledged a balanced approach to energy and said she supported President Obama's "all-of-the-above" energy strategy that includes oil, natural gas and renewable sources like solar and wind. Other topics addressed included public land management, Native American issues, environmental conservation, renewable energy, and oil and gas production. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/311363-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) Senate Committee http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/311363-1 Fri, 08 Mar 2013 02:24:54 GMT The Senate Select Committee on Intelligence held a hearing on the nomination of John Brennan to become director of the Central Intelligence Agency (CIA). Senator Mark Warner (D-VA) introduced Deputy National Security Adviser for Homeland Security and Counterterrorism Brennan, who had served in the CIA for 25 years. Mr. Brennan defended anti-terrorist attacks by unmanned drones and said lethal strikes were only used as a last resort. He also said that he was not certain the use of water-boarding in interrogations had produced valuable information. Other topics addressed included security leaks and counter-terrorism efforts against al-Qaeda Committee Chair Feinstein stopped the hearing for a few minutes to clear the room after several outbursts from protesters delayed the hearing. Members of the public wishing to return to the hearing had to be screened by Capitol Police. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/310803-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) Senate Committee http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/310803-1 Thu, 07 Feb 2013 19:27:19 GMT Senator John Kerry (D-MA) testified about his nomination as secretary of state. Among the topics he addressed were Iran's nuclear weapon program, Afghanistan, and the civil war in Syria. In his opening statement he urged bipartisanship to promote U.S. leadership on matters such as food and energy security and climate change. He also answered questions about Secretary of State Hillary Clinton's statements on the U.S. Consulate attack in Benghazi, Libya. Regarding Afghanistan, he said the turnover of U.S. operations in that country was on target to happen in Spring 2013. He was introduced by Massachusetts Senator Elizabeth Warren, Secretary of State Clinton, and Senator John McCain. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/310497-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) Senate Committee http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/310497-1 Thu, 24 Jan 2013 15:06:04 GMT Secretary of State Hillary Clinton testified on the September 11, 2012, attack on the U.S. Consulate in Benghazi, Libya. During her testimony, she choked up as she spoke of comforting the victims' families and grew angry at accusations that the Obama administration misled the country over whether the Benghazi incident stemmed from a protest. She also depicted the incident as part of a long history of such violence, and the result of regional instability since the "Arab Spring" of popular revolutions that began in 2011. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/310496-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) Senate Committee http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/310496-1 Wed, 23 Jan 2013 14:02:57 GMT Senior State Department officials testified on the September 11, 2012 attack on the U.S. Consulate in Benghazi, Libya that led to the deaths of Ambassador Chris Stevens and three other Americans. Deputy Secretary Thomas Nides said that several recommendations from the report take effect before the end of 2012, the rest before Secretary of State Clinton's successor would take office in 2013. Deputy Secretary William Burns in his remarks said that officials at the highest levels of the State Department were aware of the "deteriorating security situation" in Libya prior to the attack. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/309992-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) Senate Committee http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/309992-1 Thu, 20 Dec 2012 13:03:06 GMT Small Business Administration (SBA) employees and local officials from New Jersey and New York testified on the impact to small businesses of Hurricane Sandy. Much of the hearing was focused on the amount SBA takes to process loan applications and disbursements, and SBA loan interest rates. Hoboken Mayor Dawn Zimmer urged Congress to approve supplemental funding for New Jersey and other states affected by Hurricane Sandy, saying that funding was crucial to her city's recovery. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/309927-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) Senate Committee http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/309927-1 Thu, 13 Dec 2012 21:12:17 GMT Witnesses testified on a bill to provide tax incentives for small businesses, and to assist and bolster the entrepreneurial community. The committee examined legislative proposals and programs geared by Small Business Administration, along with the Success Act. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/309674-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) Senate Committee http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/309674-1 Fri, 30 Nov 2012 03:54:05 GMT http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/308299-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) Senate Proceeding http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/308299-1 Thu, 20 Sep 2012 13:30:05 GMT Sen. James Inhofe, R-OK, that aims to overturn emissions requirements for mercury and other toxins that were issued by the EPA in December. At 11:30am, the Senate will take a roll call vote on the motion to proceed to S J Res 37, the Inhofe resolution of disapproval. After that vote, more votes on amendments to the Farm Bill http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/306684-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) Senate Proceeding http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/306684-1 Wed, 20 Jun 2012 13:30:04 GMT Former George W. Bush administration officials testified on the United Nations Law of the Sea Treaty, an international convention that sets rules for maritime travel and commerce. The treaty establishes a system for resolving disputes in international waters and recognizes sovereign rights over a country's continental shelf out to 200 nautical miles and beyond if the country can provide evidence to substantiate its claims. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/306597-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) Senate Committee http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/306597-1 Thu, 14 Jun 2012 18:35:50 GMT Military branch leaders testified on the United Nations Law of the Sea Treaty, an international convention that sets rules for maritime travel and commerce. The treaty establishes a system for resolving disputes in international waters and recognizes sovereign rights over a country's continental shelf out to 200 nautical miles and beyond if the country can provide evidence to substantiate its claims. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/306596-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) Senate Committee http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/306596-1 Thu, 14 Jun 2012 14:06:32 GMT Nominees testified about their qualifications to represent the U.S. as ambassadors to Sri Lanka, Maldives, Iraq, and Tajikstan. Much of the hearing focused on working with Iraqi leaders to mediate rifts between the Sunni and Shia, as well as the progress of Iraq's oil production, and adopting technology in agriculture. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/306444-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) Senate Committee http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/306444-1 Wed, 06 Jun 2012 18:09:23 GMT Witnesses testified on the rise of poaching in Africa and increased demand for African ivory in China. They focused on opaque structures in the international financial system, particularly anonymous American shell companies, and ways in which the companies facilitate illicit wildlife trafficking, drug smuggling, arms dealing and terrorist financing. They also talked about demand for rhino ivory in Vietnam. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/306221-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) Senate Committee http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/306221-1 Fri, 25 May 2012 16:35:58 GMT Secretaries Clinton and Panetta and Joint Chiefs of Staff Chairman Martin Dempsey testified on the United Nations Law of the Sea Treaty, an international convention that sets rules for under- and over-sea travel and commerce. The U.S. is the only major country that has not ratified the treaty. The witnesses argued in favor in favor of the U.S. signing the agreement for reasons that included national security, job creation, oil exploration, and countering China's influence in Asia. Senators who argued against the treaty cited loss of sovereignty, imposition of an international tax, and the allowance of foreign nations to regulate U.S. energy emissions as the basis for their disapproval. Secretary Clinton in her opening statement said that opposition to the treaty is based on "ideology and mythology." http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/306163-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) Senate Committee http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/306163-1 Wed, 23 May 2012 14:03:24 GMT Witnesses testified on the 2012 NATO summit in Chicago and the future agenda of NATO. Among the topics they addressed were diminishing defense funding for NATO by European countries, missile defense, NATO partnerships, new country membership, as well as the transition in Afghanistan and the proposed U.S. reduction of combat brigades Stationed in Europe. They also touched on relations between NATO and Russia. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/305942-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) Senate Committee http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/305942-1 Fri, 11 May 2012 01:46:27 GMT Witnesses testified on current and near-term future expectations on gas prices. Among the topics they addressed were production capacity in the U.S., the affect of speculation in oil markets, and the impact of geopolitical unrest. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/305197-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) Senate Committee http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/305197-1 Thu, 29 Mar 2012 13:35:02 GMT State Department officials testified political unrest and government actions against the civilian population in Syria. They told committee members that the regime of President Assad was under greater stress than a couple of months before, but that a more unified international community was needed to bring political reform or regime change to the country. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/304615-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) Senate Committee http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/304615-1 Thu, 01 Mar 2012 15:05:58 GMT The Senate convened for a period of morning business and thereafter resumed consideration of the transportation bill. They also debate the Blunt (R-MO) contraception amendment to the transportation bill. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/304663-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) Senate Proceeding http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/304663-1 Wed, 29 Feb 2012 14:30:11 GMT Secretary of State Hillary Clinton testified on her department's fiscal year 2013 budget request. She answered questions on Russia entering the World Trade Organization, Egypt, Libya, Syria, Afghanistan, and Iran. She talked about the sanctions against Iran and the possible effects of hose sanctions on oil prices. She also addressed U.S. military troop withdrawal from Iraq. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/304612-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) Senate Committee http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/304612-1 Wed, 29 Feb 2012 00:58:47 GMT Energy Secretary Steven Chu testified about the department's fiscal year 2012 budget request. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/304456-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) Senate Committee http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/304456-1 Thu, 16 Feb 2012 14:32:28 GMT The Senate convened for a period of morning business and thereafter continued debate on the nomination of Alaberto Jose Jordan as a U.S. 11th Circuit Court judge. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/304414-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) Senate Proceeding http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/304414-1 Tue, 14 Feb 2012 15:00:23 GMT State and Treasury Department representatives testified on U.S. policy toward Iran. Much of the hearing focused on the Menendez-Kirk Amendment, which bans foreign financial institutions that work with the Central Bank of Iran from working with the U.S. financial market. The Obama administration does not support the amendment, arguing that the amendment will, in effect cause, more harm than good, jeopardizing U.S. partnerships with the international community and the current multilateral coalition against Iran. Undersecretary Wendy Sherman said that the unintended consequence of the amendment could be to raise oil prices and bring in more oil revenue into Iran, furthering the funding of Iran's nuclear weapon aspirations. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/302943-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) Senate Committee http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/302943-1 Thu, 01 Dec 2011 15:02:24 GMT The Senate convened and began with a period of morning business. Thereafter, members resumed consideration of S.1867, the National Defense Authorization Act. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/302955-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) Senate Proceeding http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/302955-1 Thu, 01 Dec 2011 14:29:54 GMT State and Treasury Department officials testified on U.S. policy toward Syria. At the time of this hearing violence continued in the country despite for calls for President Bashar al-Assad to step down. Assistant Secretary of State Jeffrey Feltman said the Assad regime won't last much longer with the high degree of isolation from the international community. He added that some Arab leaders have offered him a safe haven in a bid to get him to relinquish power. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/302589-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) Senate Committee http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/302589-1 Wed, 09 Nov 2011 19:29:42 GMT The Senate convened and resumed consideration of S.1769, the Rebuild America Jobs Act. Members some began consideration of S.1786, the Long-Term Surface Transportation Extension Act of 2011. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/302476-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) Senate Proceeding http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/302476-1 Thu, 03 Nov 2011 14:00:24 GMT The Senate Foreign Relations Committee held a nomination hearing for Wendy Sherman to be Department of State undersecretary for political affairs. Among the issues she addressed were the Obama administration's commitment to blocking a U.N. vote on Palestinian statehood, the difficulties of North Korea negotiations, and the U.S. mission in Iraq. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/301407-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) Senate Committee http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/301407-1 Wed, 07 Sep 2011 14:04:24 GMT Officials and Middle East experts testified on U.S. counterterrorism efforts in Yemen. Among the topics they addressed were recent political unrest in the country, al-Qaida's presence in the region, development aid programs, and the future of Yemen. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/300585-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) Senate Committee http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/300585-1 Tue, 19 Jul 2011 18:29:58 GMT http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/300584-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) Senate Proceeding http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/300584-1 Tue, 19 Jul 2011 14:00:36 GMT The Senate Foreign Relations Committee marked up a resolution introduced by Senators Kerry (D-MA) and McCain (R-AZ). It authorized U.S. military action in Libya for one year and barred U.S. ground forces, except in rare cases. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/300254-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) Senate Committee http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/300254-1 Tue, 28 Jun 2011 18:44:30 GMT Harold Koh testified that the War Powers Act of 1973 did not apply to U.S. involvement in Libya and that President Obama did not need congressional authority for continued support of the NATO mission to protect the Libyan opposition forces. Several committee members strongly disagreed, including Ranking Member Dick Lugar (R-IN) who called the move a "fundamental failure of leadership" and one that lacked constitutional discipline. The hearing was joined already in progress. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/300253-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) Senate Committee http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/300253-1 Tue, 28 Jun 2011 14:10:26 GMT Secretary of State Clinton testified on U.S. goals and progress in Afghanistan and Pakistan. She said the U.S. is in the preliminary stages of diplomatic outreach to the Taliban in an effort to find a political solution to the war in Afghanistan, saying reconciliation is "not a pleasant business, but a necessary one." She spoke in full support of President Obama's plan to bring home 33,000 troops by September 2012 and admitted to a vigorous debate inside the White House over the timing of that withdrawal. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/300179-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) Senate Committee http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/300179-1 Thu, 23 Jun 2011 14:06:42 GMT Forest Service and Interior Department officials testified on the preparedness of federal agencies for the wildfire season. Among the issues they addressed were cohesive wildfire management strategy, the status of planning to replace the aging airtanker fleet, succession planning, and other issues. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/300036-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) Senate Committee http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/300036-1 Wed, 15 Jun 2011 03:42:30 GMT Ryan Crocker testified about his nomination to be U.S. ambassador to Afghanistan. He talked about the transition from military to civilian authority in Afghanistan, the 2014 transition deadline and the cost of U.S. efforts in Afghanistan. He also said that his goal in Afghanistan was "sustainable stability" and "good-enough governance." In order to achieve this goal, he emphasized the importance of governance and rule of law, especially the combating of corruption, which he called "the second insurgency." http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/299925-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) Senate Committee http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/299925-1 Thu, 09 Jun 2011 00:03:06 GMT Gary Locke testified about his nomination as U.S. Ambassador to China. Among the topics addressed were policy toward North Korea, intellectual property law, fiscal policy, and trade relations with China. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/299721-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) Senate Committee http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/299721-1 Thu, 26 May 2011 14:24:48 GMT Former National Security Adviser James Jones testified on U.S. interests in Pakistan. In his testimony General Jones said that with the death of Osama bin Laden, Pakistan needed to quickly redefine its strategic relationship with the U.S. He also said he understood American frustration over aid to Pakistan. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/299560-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) Senate Committee http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/299560-1 Tue, 17 May 2011 13:39:24 GMT Senate Republican leaders spoke about their proposal for a balanced budget amendment to the U.S. Constitution. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/298781-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) News Conference http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/298781-1 Fri, 01 Apr 2011 05:18:36 GMT After the transaction of any morning business (not to extend beyond 11 a.m.), Senate will continue consideration of S. 23, Patent Reform Act, and there will be a period of morning business from 2 to 4 p.m. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/298303-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) Senate Proceeding http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/298303-1 Thu, 03 Mar 2011 15:00:06 GMT The Senate convened and began with a reading of President George Washington's farewell address and thereafter proceeded to a period of morning business. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/298229-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) Senate Proceeding http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/298229-1 Mon, 28 Feb 2011 19:02:18 GMT Energy Secretary Steven Chu testified about the department's fiscal year 2012 budget request. Under the president's plan, the department's budget would increase 12% to $29.5 billion. Battery technology, solar power and electric vehicle infrastructure were a few of the efforts funded in the new budget plan. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/298056-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) Senate Committee http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/298056-1 Thu, 17 Feb 2011 03:16:36 GMT Senators Lindsey Graham and Jon Kyl and other Republican senators spoke about their opposition to the new Strategic Arms Reduction Treaty (START). They also answered questions from reporters. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/297203-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) News Conference http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/297203-1 Wed, 22 Dec 2010 04:30:54 GMT The Senate continued debate on the Strategic Arms Reduction Treaty (START) with Russia. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/297191-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) Senate Proceeding http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/297191-1 Tue, 21 Dec 2010 14:30:24 GMT Senators met to vote on the Strategic Arms Reduction Treaty (START). http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/297176-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) Senate Proceeding http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/297176-1 Sun, 19 Dec 2010 17:00:06 GMT Senators met to vote on the Development, Relief and Education for Alien Minors (DREAM) Act, the "Don't ask, Don't tell" policy in the military and the Strategic Arms Reduction Treaty (START). http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/297168-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) Senate Proceeding http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/297168-1 Sat, 18 Dec 2010 14:00:06 GMT http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/297149-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) Senate Proceeding http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/297149-1 Fri, 17 Dec 2010 14:30:18 GMT Senator Jon Kyl and other Republican senators talked to reporters and answered questions about the new Strategic Arms Reduction Treaty (START) with Russia, and Senate debate on the treaty. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/297109-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) News Conference http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/297109-1 Thu, 16 Dec 2010 01:29:42 GMT http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/297075-2 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) Senate Proceeding http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/297075-2 Tue, 14 Dec 2010 19:15:24 GMT Cameron Munter testified about his qualifications to represent the U.S. as ambassador to Pakistan. In his testimony he pledged "ceaseless engagement" to combat the country's anti-Americanism, saying the U.S. needed to do a better job in explaining its motives. He also said that the U.S. should pursue a long-term commitment to help Pakistan fight Islamic extremism and recover from devastating floods that had left over 1,600 people dead. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/295622-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) Senate Committee http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/295622-1 Fri, 24 Sep 2010 00:41:36 GMT http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/295598-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) Senate Proceeding http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/295598-1 Wed, 22 Sep 2010 13:30:36 GMT