Political theater hurts the ability of congressional committees to hear from leading policy experts.
Hear how ModCom is fighting to to increase committee productivity to better serve the American people.
More by @kevinrkosar, @rmcpsci, & @JDRackey 👇
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"...a lot of what happens in Congress today does not feel very constructive. But when members commit to working on problems together, it is possible to find a path forward."
Take a look at what @RepDerekKilmer & @RepTimmons are saying in @RealClearNews👇https://t.co/Dc3z1NpqBn
As chair of @ModernizeCmte, I'm working to make Congress more efficient, effective, & transparent. So far, our bipartisan committee has passed 140+ recommendations to get us moving in the right direction - but there's more work to do! My chat w @tteminWFED
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The way lots of congressional committees work is old and busted. @ModernizeCmte does things differently. Learn how they've succeeded where others failed. https://t.co/biwNUlq28C
"We're here to make actual change to improve how Congress works and we can do that by following up on the recommendations we have made... The Committee is authorized for one more year & we intend to run through the finish line."-@RepTimmons
This & more👇
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The Modernization Committee recommended the establishment of a digital services team in the 116th Congress. Its launch will mark the beginning of congressional offices receiving the improved digital support they need to better serve the American people.
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If you missed today’s hearing, catch up on testimony from @CAOHouse Catherine Szpindor, House Clerk Cheryl L. Johnson, and @uscapitol Architect J. Brett Blanton:
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And the work continues! Today, the @ModernizeCmte held a hearing on the implementation progress of 142 recommendations passed by the committee since its convening in 2019.
“Over 60% of the 97 recommendations from the 116th Congress have been implemented or seen meaningful action. Of that, 24 recommendations have been fully implemented with 14 more nearing full implementation.”
Read the Committee’s full press release: https://t.co/cp9gI37I4p
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Tune in at 9⃣ AM ET tomorrow to hear from @CAOHouse Chief Administrative Officer Catherine Szpindor on the progress made on 🔑ModCom recommendations surrounding accessibility, staff retention, technology, and more.
📢Join the Modernization Committee for a hearing THURSDAY on the status of its recommendations.
Members will be joined by:
📣Chief Administrative Officer Catherine Szpindor
📣Architect of the Capitol J. Brett Blanton
📣Clerk of the House Cheryl L. Johnson
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Sydney Burns, deputy press secretary for
@allforcongress, reflects on her time as a congressional staffer on the anniversary of the Jan. 6 insurrection: https://t.co/qmn0wJjzE0
A reminder to take care of yourself today.
Visit https://t.co/nSOdLOlyrd for a list of safety, mental health, resilience and workplace resources. #capitolstrong
What does working in #Congress mean to these public servants? Take a minute to read some of the responses from Capitol Hill staffers. #CapitolStrong https://t.co/v3ORoksw7C
One year later, @CapitolStrong continues to invest in the institution of Congress and the people who serve there. If you are a congressional employee in need of support today, visit CapitolStrong for resources on and off the Hill: https://t.co/pwQkhQH1hR
One year ago, our country experienced an unprecedented assault on our democracy. While we will never forget the tragic events of Jan. 6, 2021, we will push forward and recommit to building a better Congress and a stronger democracy for our country.
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If you are a congressional employee in need of support today, here is a list of resources available to you on and off the Hill. #CapitolStrong https://t.co/KjnM8p6C4f
One year later, we are still #CapitolStrong. In these challenging days, it is important to recognize the varied faces and stories of congressional and service staff working in the U.S. Capitol.
We thank them for their service.
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