Complete UAP Congressional Hearing Timeline (2004–Present)
Official U.S. congressional hearings, classified briefings, and government testimony
This page documents official U.S. congressional hearings, classified briefings (when publicly acknowledged), and major government testimony related to Unidentified Aerial Phenomena (UAP). The timeline covers public hearings held by the House and Senate, as well as significant executive branch testimony before Congress. Related official reporting is summarized in the ODNI Preliminary Assessment and AARO Annual Report 2023.
Key agencies involved in UAP oversight include the Department of Defense, All-domain Anomaly Resolution Office, and Office of the Director of National Intelligence.
All entries link to official sources where available, including committee pages, video recordings, and related documents.
Frequently Asked Questions
When was the first modern UAP congressional hearing?
The first modern public UAP congressional hearing was held on May 17, 2022, by the House Permanent Select Committee on Intelligence. It was the first open congressional hearing on UAP in over 50 years, featuring testimony from Under Secretary of Defense Ronald Moultrie and Deputy Director of Naval Intelligence Scott Bray.
What agencies have testified about UAP?
Multiple U.S. government agencies have testified about UAP, including the Department of Defense, Office of the Director of National Intelligence (ODNI), the U.S. Navy, and the All-domain Anomaly Resolution Office (AARO). Testimony has covered topics ranging from pilot encounters to historical research programs.
Are UAP hearings classified?
While some UAP briefings to Congress are conducted in classified settings, several hearings have been held publicly, including the May 2022 House Intelligence hearing and the July 2023 House Oversight hearing. Public hearings allow for transparency while protecting sensitive operational details.