The Future of the Department of Commerce: Hearing Before the Committee on International Relations, House of Representatives, One Hundred Fourth ... Session; August 4, 1995 (Classic Reprint) - Softcover

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Excerpt from The Future of the Department of Commerce: Hearing Before the Committee on International Relations, House of Representatives, One Hundred Fourth Congress, First Session; August 4, 1995

I would also like to note that several days ago, former Secretary of Commerce, William Verity, joined a list of former officials who have concluded that the Department of Commerce is too big and should be reformed. As I understand his position, he has concluded that the Department should be replaced by a Cabinet-level agency focused on international trade issues.

I would note that the legislation introduced by our distinguished witness this morning, Congressman Mica, would largely accomplish that objective. I would urge our colleagues to closely study this bill, and any other legislative vehicles that can accomplish our efforts to try to streamline our Government and improve its efficiency.

I would ask our panelists if they would be kind enough to sum marize their statements, and we will be certain to submit their full statements in the record. We look forward to hearing your remarks.

I am reminded that the floor has indicated there will be a series of votes starting at so I would urge you to be as brief as pos sible. Why don't we start with our distinguished subcommittee chairman, Mr. Roth?

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