Powers

(a) In general For purposes of carrying out this resolution, the Select Committee may— (1) conduct investigations and inquiries into any matter within its jurisdiction; (2) authorize and issue subpoenas for the attendance and testimony of witnesses and the production of books, records, correspondence, memoranda, papers, documents, electronic files, and other relevant materials; (3) administer oaths to witnesses; (4) sit and act at such times and places within the United States, whether the Senate is in session, has recessed, or has adjourned, as it considers appropriate; (5) hold hearings, take testimony, and receive evidence as it considers necessary; (6) take depositions and other testimony, including through authorized members or employees of the Select Committee, in accordance with applicable Senate rules; (7) procure the services of individual consultants, technical experts, and consulting organizations as necessary to carry out its responsibilities, subject to applicable law and Senate rules; (8) request information, documents, reports, and briefings from Federal departments and agencies concerning matters within its jurisdiction; (9) make recommendations and report legislation and other matters within its jurisdiction, subject to section 4(b); and (10) establish subcommittees and delegate responsibilities to such subcommittees, consistent with this resolution and applicable Senate rules. (b) Subpoenas Subpoenas shall be authorized and issued under the signature of the Chairperson of the Select Committee, or by a designee of the Chairperson, and may be served by any person designated by the Chairperson. (c) Rules of procedure (1) In general The Select Committee may adopt such rules of procedure as it considers necessary to carry out its responsibilities, provided that such rules are not inconsistent with the Standing Rules of the Senate or other applicable orders of the Senate. (2) Contents The rules adopted under paragraph (1) may address— (A) the scheduling and conduct of meetings, hearings, and other committee proceedings; (B) quorum requirements for conducting committee business, consistent with applicable Senate rules; (C) procedures for receiving testimony, taking depositions, and considering evidence; (D) procedures for considering and reporting legislation, recommendations, and other matters; (E) the establishment and operation of subcommittees; and (F) such other matters relating to the internal administration and operation of the Select Committee as the Select Committee considers appropriate.