Rep. Brett Guthrie

R

Kentucky – District 2
representative

Leadership

Chairman

119th Congress

News & Announcements

Apr 9, 2026
Energy

Chairmen Guthrie and Latta Announce Hearing on Department of Energy FY2027 Budget

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 a hearing titled The Fiscal Year 2027 Department of Energy Budget.

“Under President Trump and Secretary Wright, the Department of Energy has worked hard to meet our nation’s energy needs, strengthen the Strategic Petroleum Reserve, protect against cyber attacks, secure our electric grid, and maintain the nation’s nuclear weapons deterrent,” said Chairmen Guthrie and Latta. “As we look ahead to 2027, it is essential we continue to fortify American energy dominance while lowering prices for hardworking families. This hearing will offer a chance for our Committee to discuss what steps we can take to produce and generate baseload power that is both reliable and affordable, while ensuring the Department of Energy continues to carry out its mission on behalf of the American people.”

Subcommittee on Energy hearing titled The Fiscal Year 2027 Department of Energy Budget.

WHAT: Subcommittee on Energy hearing to discuss the Department of Energy FY2027 Budget.

DATE: Thursday, April 16, 2026

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 Seth Ricketts with the Committee staff at Seth.Ricketts@mail.house.gov. If you have any press-related questions, please contact Ben Mullany at Ben.Mullany@mail.house.gov.

Apr 8, 2026
Health

Chairmen Guthrie and Griffith Announce Legislative Hearing on Solutions Aimed at Improving the Health of Americans

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, Congressman Brett Guthrie (KY-02), Chairman of the House Committee on Energy and Commerce, and Congressman Morgan Griffith (VA-09), Chairman of the Subcommittee on Health, announced a hearing titled Healthier America: Legislative Proposals to Improve Public Health.

“In the last election, voters across the country sent a resounding message of support for the Trump Administration’s pledge to build a healthier America. To continue delivering on this agenda, the Health Subcommittee is holding a legislative hearing next week to discuss policies promoting the health and well-being of Americans,” said Chairmen Guthrie and Griffith. “During this hearing, we are going to be considering several pieces of legislation to bolster health resources for rural communities, incentivize disease research and prevention efforts, and increase access to care across the country. The House Committee on Energy and Commerce will continue working alongside the Trump Administration to support the public health priorities of Americans.”

Subcommittee on Health hearing titled Healthier America: Legislative Proposals to Improve Public Health.

WHAT: Subcommittee on Health hearing on legislation addressing various areas of public health, including disease research and prevention efforts, bolstering resources for rural medical services and health care providers, promoting healthy activities, and increasing access to care.

DATE: Wednesday, April 15, 2026

TIME: 10:15 AM ET

LOCATION: 2123 Rayburn House Office Building

The hearing will focus on the following bills:

  • H.R. 4348, To reauthorize the Kay Hagan Tick Act, and for other purposes. (Reps. Smith-NJ and Doggett)
  • H.R. 4541, EARLY Act Reauthorization of 2025 (Reps. Wasserman Schultz and Miller-Meeks)
  • H.R. 3747, Accelerating Access to Dementia and Alzheimer’s Provider Training Act (Reps. Balderson and Barragán)
  • H.R. 8209, School-Based Health Centers Reauthorization Act of 2026 (Reps. Tonko and Balderson)
  • H.R. 5160, Stem Cell Therapeutic and Research Reauthorization Act of 2025 (Reps. Smith-NJ and Matsui)
  • H.R. 8205, Accelerating Access to Critical Therapies for ALS Reauthorization Act of 2026 (Reps. Quigley and Calvert)
  • H.R. 6121, Promoting Physical Activity for Americans Act (Reps. Moore and Panetta)
  • H.R. ____, [Nutrition Education and Chronic Disease Prevention in Community Health Centers Act of 2026] (Rep. Harshbarger)
  • H.R. 8201, Expanding Community Access to Health Services Act (Rep. Lee-NV)
  • H.R. ____, [Digital Health Screeners Act of 2026] (Rep. Balderson)

This notice is at the direction of the Chairman. The hearing will be open to the public and press and will be livestreamed online at energycommerce.house.gov. If you have any questions concerning this hearing, please contact Annabelle Huffman with the Committee staff at Annabelle.Huffman@mail.house.gov. If you have any press-related questions, please contact Katie West at Katie.West@mail.house.gov. ###

Apr 8, 2026
Commerce, Manufacturing, and Trade

Chairmen Guthrie and Bilirakis Announce Hearing on the Semiconductor Ecosystem and Supply Chain

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, Congressman Brett Guthrie (KY-02), Chairman of the House Committee on Energy and Commerce, and Congressman Gus Bilirakis (FL-12), Chairman of the Subcommittee on Commerce, Manufacturing, and Trade, announced a hearing titled Computing Power and Competition: Examining the Semiconductor Ecosystem.

“Semiconductors are foundational to modern life, powering everything from cars, computers, and phones to basic household appliances like toasters and refrigerators, along with critical tools essential for our national defense. Vulnerabilities in the semiconductor supply chain underscore the need for robust oversight of the semiconductor ecosystem to prevent significant economic disruptions and protect national security,” said Chairmen Guthrie and Bilirakis. “Especially as technologies such as artificial intelligence drive our future, we must ensure our supply chains are reliable and secure, supporting and expanding America’s technological competitive edge.”

Subcommittee on Commerce, Manufacturing, and Trade hearing titled Computing Power and Competition: Examining the Semiconductor Ecosystem.

WHAT: Subcommittee on Commerce, Manufacturing, and Trade hearing on semiconductor and advanced technology supply chains.

DATE: Wednesday, April 15, 2026

TIME: 2:00 PM 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 livestreamed online at energycommerce.house.gov. If you have any questions concerning this hearing, please contact Jackson Rudden with the Committee staff at Jackson.Rudden@mail.house.gov. If you have any press-related questions, please contact Daniel Kelly at Daniel.Kelly@mail.house.gov.

Letters

Apr 9, 2026
Energy

Chairmen Guthrie and Latta Announce Hearing on Department of Energy FY2027 Budget

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 a hearing titled The Fiscal Year 2027 Department of Energy Budget.

“Under President Trump and Secretary Wright, the Department of Energy has worked hard to meet our nation’s energy needs, strengthen the Strategic Petroleum Reserve, protect against cyber attacks, secure our electric grid, and maintain the nation’s nuclear weapons deterrent,” said Chairmen Guthrie and Latta. “As we look ahead to 2027, it is essential we continue to fortify American energy dominance while lowering prices for hardworking families. This hearing will offer a chance for our Committee to discuss what steps we can take to produce and generate baseload power that is both reliable and affordable, while ensuring the Department of Energy continues to carry out its mission on behalf of the American people.”

Subcommittee on Energy hearing titled The Fiscal Year 2027 Department of Energy Budget.

WHAT: Subcommittee on Energy hearing to discuss the Department of Energy FY2027 Budget.

DATE: Thursday, April 16, 2026

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 Seth Ricketts with the Committee staff at Seth.Ricketts@mail.house.gov. If you have any press-related questions, please contact Ben Mullany at Ben.Mullany@mail.house.gov.

Apr 8, 2026
Commerce, Manufacturing, and Trade

Chairmen Guthrie and Bilirakis Announce Hearing on the Semiconductor Ecosystem and Supply Chain

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, Congressman Brett Guthrie (KY-02), Chairman of the House Committee on Energy and Commerce, and Congressman Gus Bilirakis (FL-12), Chairman of the Subcommittee on Commerce, Manufacturing, and Trade, announced a hearing titled Computing Power and Competition: Examining the Semiconductor Ecosystem.

“Semiconductors are foundational to modern life, powering everything from cars, computers, and phones to basic household appliances like toasters and refrigerators, along with critical tools essential for our national defense. Vulnerabilities in the semiconductor supply chain underscore the need for robust oversight of the semiconductor ecosystem to prevent significant economic disruptions and protect national security,” said Chairmen Guthrie and Bilirakis. “Especially as technologies such as artificial intelligence drive our future, we must ensure our supply chains are reliable and secure, supporting and expanding America’s technological competitive edge.”

Subcommittee on Commerce, Manufacturing, and Trade hearing titled Computing Power and Competition: Examining the Semiconductor Ecosystem.

WHAT: Subcommittee on Commerce, Manufacturing, and Trade hearing on semiconductor and advanced technology supply chains.

DATE: Wednesday, April 15, 2026

TIME: 2:00 PM 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 livestreamed online at energycommerce.house.gov. If you have any questions concerning this hearing, please contact Jackson Rudden with the Committee staff at Jackson.Rudden@mail.house.gov. If you have any press-related questions, please contact Daniel Kelly at Daniel.Kelly@mail.house.gov.

Apr 8, 2026
Health

Chairmen Guthrie and Griffith Announce Legislative Hearing on Solutions Aimed at Improving the Health of Americans

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, Congressman Brett Guthrie (KY-02), Chairman of the House Committee on Energy and Commerce, and Congressman Morgan Griffith (VA-09), Chairman of the Subcommittee on Health, announced a hearing titled Healthier America: Legislative Proposals to Improve Public Health.

“In the last election, voters across the country sent a resounding message of support for the Trump Administration’s pledge to build a healthier America. To continue delivering on this agenda, the Health Subcommittee is holding a legislative hearing next week to discuss policies promoting the health and well-being of Americans,” said Chairmen Guthrie and Griffith. “During this hearing, we are going to be considering several pieces of legislation to bolster health resources for rural communities, incentivize disease research and prevention efforts, and increase access to care across the country. The House Committee on Energy and Commerce will continue working alongside the Trump Administration to support the public health priorities of Americans.”

Subcommittee on Health hearing titled Healthier America: Legislative Proposals to Improve Public Health.

WHAT: Subcommittee on Health hearing on legislation addressing various areas of public health, including disease research and prevention efforts, bolstering resources for rural medical services and health care providers, promoting healthy activities, and increasing access to care.

DATE: Wednesday, April 15, 2026

TIME: 10:15 AM ET

LOCATION: 2123 Rayburn House Office Building

The hearing will focus on the following bills:

  • H.R. 4348, To reauthorize the Kay Hagan Tick Act, and for other purposes. (Reps. Smith-NJ and Doggett)
  • H.R. 4541, EARLY Act Reauthorization of 2025 (Reps. Wasserman Schultz and Miller-Meeks)
  • H.R. 3747, Accelerating Access to Dementia and Alzheimer’s Provider Training Act (Reps. Balderson and Barragán)
  • H.R. 8209, School-Based Health Centers Reauthorization Act of 2026 (Reps. Tonko and Balderson)
  • H.R. 5160, Stem Cell Therapeutic and Research Reauthorization Act of 2025 (Reps. Smith-NJ and Matsui)
  • H.R. 8205, Accelerating Access to Critical Therapies for ALS Reauthorization Act of 2026 (Reps. Quigley and Calvert)
  • H.R. 6121, Promoting Physical Activity for Americans Act (Reps. Moore and Panetta)
  • H.R. ____, [Nutrition Education and Chronic Disease Prevention in Community Health Centers Act of 2026] (Rep. Harshbarger)
  • H.R. 8201, Expanding Community Access to Health Services Act (Rep. Lee-NV)
  • H.R. ____, [Digital Health Screeners Act of 2026] (Rep. Balderson)

This notice is at the direction of the Chairman. The hearing will be open to the public and press and will be livestreamed online at energycommerce.house.gov. If you have any questions concerning this hearing, please contact Annabelle Huffman with the Committee staff at Annabelle.Huffman@mail.house.gov. If you have any press-related questions, please contact Katie West at Katie.West@mail.house.gov. ###