119th Congress Nominee record
Arvind Raman
Latest nomination Department of Commerce
- Nomination records
- 2 nomination records
- Cited sources
- 1 cited sources
- Nomination snapshot
At a glance
Arvind Raman’s background is in mechanical engineering, nanoscale measurement and university engineering leadership. NIST’s biography documents his Purdue appointments, research areas and education.
Summary sources: [1]
Nomination outcomes below are from the Oct 14, 2026 snapshot. Congress.gov may show subsequent actions.
Career and documented accomplishments
- Raman joined Purdue’s faculty in 2000, became the Robert V. Adams Professor of Engineering in 2012 and was named engineering dean in February 2023. [1]
- His research has addressed atomic-force microscopy, human biomechanics and electronics manufacturing; NIST describes his work on nonlinear effects in nanoscale imaging and measurement. [1]
- His mechanical-engineering education includes a Berkeley Ph.D., a Purdue master’s degree and undergraduate study at IIT Delhi. [1]
Nomination history
PN730-54: Under Secretary of Commerce for Standards and Technology
Confirmed- Recorded name
- Arvind Raman
- Organization
- Department of Commerce
- Listed state
- Indiana
- Received
- Latest action
- Recorded vote
- 46–43
Latest recorded action
Confirmed by the Senate by Yea-Nay Vote. 46 - 43. Record Vote Number: 125.
PN585-6: Under Secretary of Commerce for Standards and Technology
Returned- Recorded name
- Arvind Raman
- Organization
- Department of Commerce
- Listed state
- Indiana
- Received
- Latest action
Latest recorded action
Returned to the President under the provisions of Senate Rule XXXI, paragraph 6 of the Standing Rules of the Senate.
Sources and review date
Career and role sources reviewed . These sources may describe developments beyond the nomination snapshot; each nomination entry retains its recorded date and outcome.
- Arvind Raman
National Institute of Standards and Technology. Reviewed .
Understanding these records
PN means presidential nomination. Each numbered record tracks a proposal sent to the Senate.
A Senate confirmation approves a nomination; it is not proof of current tenure or an appointment taking effect. These entries show received dates and the latest recorded action, rather than a complete legislative action timeline.
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