; and (x) changes to workplace and occupational safety standards. (c) Powers of Commission (1) Hearings and sessions (A) In general The Commission may, for the purpose of carrying out this section, hold hearings, sit and act at times and places, take testimony, and receive evidence as the Commission considers appropriate. (B) Scheduling of sessions (i) In general Hearings and sessions of the Commission shall be scheduled by the Chairperson or by a vote of the majority of members. (ii) Initial hearing or session The Chairperson shall schedule the initial hearing or session to occur not later than 90 days after the date on which the Chairperson is appointed pursuant to subsection (d)(5)(A). (C) Circumstances of hearings and sessions (i) In person hearings and sessions Unless prohibited by Federal guidelines, hearings and sessions shall be conducted by the Commission in person. (ii) Witness testimony The Commission may request witness testimony in any format the Commission determines appropriate. (2) Powers of Members and agents Any member or agent of the Commission may, if authorized by the Commission, take any action which the Commission is authorized to take by this section. (3) Obtaining Official Data The Commission may secure directly from any department or agency of the United States information, including privacy-protected information, necessary to enable it to carry out this Act. Upon request of the Chairperson or Vice Chairperson of the Commission, the head of such department or agency shall furnish such information to the Commission. (4) Gifts, Bequests, and Devises The Commission may accept, use, and dispose of gifts, bequests, or devises of services or property, both real and personal, for the purpose of aiding or facilitating the work of the Commission. Gifts, bequests, or devises of money and proceeds from sales of other property received as gifts, bequests, or devises shall be deposited in the Treasury and shall be available for disbursement upon order of the Chairperson. (5) Mails The Commission may