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Senate Commerce Committee favorably reports Brian Bedford as FAA nominee after 15-13 vote
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The Senate Commerce, Science, and Transportation Committee voted 15-13 to favorably report the nomination of Brian Bedford to be administrator of the Federal Aviation Administration, with debate centered on his industry experience and questions about FAA oversight and safety rules.
The Senate Commerce, Science, and Transportation Committee voted 15-13 to favorably report the nomination of Brian Bedford to be administrator of the Federal Aviation Administration.
The nomination was moved for a favorable report by Senator Todd Young and approved by roll call; the committee recorded 15 ayes and 13 noes. The committee’s chair urged support for Bedford, citing his 25 years at Republic Airways and saying, “Brian Bedford is ready to be FAA administrator.” Ranking Member Maria Cantwell said she would not support the nomination, citing unanswered questions during Bedford’s hearing and expressing concern about the FAA’s need for aggressive oversight.
The nominat…
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