Representing Texas’s 30th Congressional District. Chairwoman of @HouseScience. Dean of the Texas Delegation. First Registered Nurse elected to Congress.
Dallas, Texas
Joined July 2010
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Rep. Eddie Bernice Johnson retweeted
Today, @RepEBJ and I introduced the Critical Materials Processing Technology Testbed Act! This bill would help kick-start a domestic materials processing industry in the US with a focus on environmental sustainability, energy efficiency, and minimizing resource intensiveness.
Rep. Eddie Bernice Johnson retweeted
The U.S. only produces 10% of global chip capacity.
Meanwhile, since 2020, nearly 75% of new global capacity for certain mature chips has been added in China.
The CHIPS and Science Act marks the beginning of a new chapter in U.S. innovation where we reverse that.
Rep. Eddie Bernice Johnson retweeted
Manufacturing is the backbone of the US economy & American manufacturers are a critical part of our future as global leaders in innovation & tech. I’m proud of the @HouseScience provisions in the #CHIPSandScience Act, which include critical manufacturing investments for @NIST.
Rep. Eddie Bernice Johnson retweeted
The 1675–1680 MHz frequency band is critical to NOAA's collection and dissemination of real-time weather data.
Today, Chairwoman @RepEBJ and Ranking Member Lucas sent a letter urging FCC to limit spectrum sharing to avoid harmful interference. science.house.gov/news/press…
Rep. Eddie Bernice Johnson retweeted
Chairwoman Johnson Official Portrait Unveiling Ceremony xitter.cf/i/broadcasts/1dRKZMvaQ…
Rep. Eddie Bernice Johnson retweeted
Launch success! 🚀 Congrats @NASAArtemis team!
As the #Artemis mission continues, rising generations will be inspired to become the next problem solvers, explorers, scientists, technicians, and engineers.
ALT NASA's Space Launch System (SLS) sits on Launch Pad 39B at Kennedy Space Center.
Rep. Eddie Bernice Johnson retweeted
📢 UP THIS WEEK: On Wednesday, Chair @RepDonBeyer will hold a Space & Aeronautics Subcommittee hearing on the initial scientific findings and discoveries of the James Webb Space Telescope.
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Rep. Eddie Bernice Johnson retweeted
RELEASE: Chairwoman @RepEBJ Applauds Biden Administration Plan to Address Methane Emissions
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Rep. Eddie Bernice Johnson retweeted
RELEASE: Chairwoman Johnson Celebrates #NationalSTEMDay
"Today, I hope we can celebrate the progress we have made, and honor the progress to come as we work to build that bright future with STEM at the forefront."
-Chair @RepEBJ
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Rep. Eddie Bernice Johnson retweeted
The research investments in the #CHIPSandScience Act will:
🔬 Advance cutting-edge research
💡 Bolster American competitiveness & innovation
🌎 Create climate solutions
🖥️ Develop new technologies
🩹 Enhance public health
🇺🇸 Strengthen national security
Rep. Eddie Bernice Johnson retweeted
We are on the path to a clean energy future⚡️
Clean energy innovation brings good-paying jobs, economic growth, and lower costs for families.
Rep. Eddie Bernice Johnson retweeted
Since 1972, the Clean Water Act has safeguarded our right to clean water and protected public health. Today we celebrate the 50th anniversary of this landmark environmental legislation 🏞️
Rep. Eddie Bernice Johnson retweeted
Wishing a Happy #NationalComingOutDay to those in the LGBTQ+ community proudly expressing their identity or continuing their coming out journey. As Vice Chair of the @LGBTEqCaucus, I'm fighting for a future where everyone is valued for being their authentic selves.
Rep. Eddie Bernice Johnson retweeted
🚨RELEASE: Chairwoman @RepEBJ Applauds @WHOSTP's Blueprint for an AI Bill of Rights
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Rep. Eddie Bernice Johnson retweeted
"While AI systems continue to make rapid progress, the activities carried out under the National AI Initiative Act will be key to grappling with the sociotechnical questions posed by rapidly advancing AI systems."
- Chair @RepEBJ science.house.gov/news/press…
Rep. Eddie Bernice Johnson retweeted
📢 UP THIS WEEK: Chair @RepHaleyStevens will hold a Research & Technology Subcommittee hearing on #ArtificialIntelligence systems.
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Rep. Eddie Bernice Johnson retweeted
Representative Eddie Bernice Johnson (@RepEBJ) discusses the role of the @HouseScience committee in shaping recent bipartisan #sciencepolicy during the #EndlessFrontiers Symposium.
Rep. Eddie Bernice Johnson retweeted
UP THIS WEEK:
➖ On Tuesday at 10am @RepEBJ will gavel in a full committee hearing on Arctic research.
➖ On Wednesday at 10am the Subcommittee on Space & Aeronautics and the Subcommittee on Environment will hold a joint hearing on weather satellites.
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Rep. Eddie Bernice Johnson retweeted
During #HispanicHeritageMonth we recognize the countless contributions Hispanic & Latino scientists, researchers, and innovators have made in science and technology.
Follow along as we highlight some of their stories. 🧵