About the Subcommittee
The Terrorism and Unconventional Threats and Capabilities Subcommittee, led by Chairwoman Loretta Sanchez (D-Calif.), is responsible for overseeing counter-terrorism programs and initiatives and counterproliferation of weapons of mass destruction. Additionally, this subcommittee oversees U.S. Special Operations Forces, the Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency (DARPA), information technology and programs, force protection policy and oversight, and related intelligence support. It makes sure that our nation is protected against terrorist attacks and unconventional threats.
Recent Hearings
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11/30/10
Terrorism, Unconventional Threats and Capabilities Subcommittee:Crisis in the Democratic Republic of Congo: Implications for U.S. National Security
The Subcommitee discussed the continued crisis in the Democratic Republic of Congo and its impact on U.S. national security interests.
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09/29/10
Terrorism, Unconventional Threats, and Capabilities Subcommittee: Small Business's Role and Opportunities in Restoring Affordability to DOD
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09/23/10
Terrorism, Unconventional Threats, and Capabilities Subcommittee: Operating in the Digital Domain: Organizing the Military Departments for Cyber Operations
Subcommittee Members
Chairman
Democrats
- Adam Smith, Washington
- Mike McIntyre, North Carolina
- Robert Andrews, New Jersey
- James R. Langevin, Rhode Island
- Jim Cooper, Tennessee
- Jim Marshall, Georgia
- Brad Ellsworth, Indiana
- Bobby Bright, Alabama
- Scott Murphy, New York
Republicans
- Frank A. LoBiondo, New Jersey
- John Kline, Minnesota
- K. Michael Conaway, Texas
- Thomas J. Rooney, Florida
- Mac Thornberry, Texas
- Charles K. Djou, Hawaii
Press Releases
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09/29/10
Rep. Loretta Sanchez Holds Hearing on Opportunities, Challenges Facing Small Businesses in Fight for Defense Contracts
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congresswoman Loretta Sanchez (CA-47), Chair of the House Armed Services Subcommittee on Terrorism, Unconventional Threats and Capabilities, today hel... read more
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09/23/10
Rep. Loretta Sanchez Holds Armed Services Subcommittee Hearing; Says "We Must Do More to Secure Military Networks Against Cyber Attacks"
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congresswoman Loretta Sanchez (CA-47), Chair of the House Armed Services Subcommittee on Terrorism, Unconventional Threat and Capabilities (TUTC), tod... read more
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07/28/10
Rep. Loretta Sanchez: "Bring Small Businesses to the Table on Cybersecurity Issues"
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congresswoman Loretta Sanchez (CA-47), Chair of the House Armed Services Subcommittee on Terrorism, Unconventional Threats and Capabilities, today hel... read more
Photo Gallery
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Congresswoman Loretta Sanchez discussing military issues with California National Guard members.
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Congressman Adam Smith tours a military facility on a CODEL trip to Afghanistan.
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Congressman Rob Andrews meets with U.S. Navy Personnel.
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Congressman Jim Langevin signs the warrior wall at the Balad, Iraq field hospital. The messages on the wall offer thanks to medical staff, remembrances of fallen comrades and prayers for the future.
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Congressman Langevin, Chairman of the Strategic Forces Subcommittee, tours a Domestic Nuclear Detection facility in Nevada.
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Congressman Jim Cooper shares a meal with a local Army Reserve unit.
