REP. CALVERT APPROPRIATIONS SUBCOMMITTEE ASSIGNMENTS ANNOUNCED
March 30, 2009
Press Release
Yesterday Ranking Member of the House Appropriations Committee Jerry Lewis (R-CA) announced that Congressman Ken Calvert (R-CA) will serve on three subcommittees.
"I look forward to continuing my work on the subcommittees on behalf of the 44th Congressional District of California, the State of California and the country," said Rep. Calvert. "I welcome the responsibility to be a good steward for American taxpayer dollars and fulfill the duties for each subcommittee."
"I've known and worked with Ken for many years and can testify to his exceptional level of experience and expertise," Ranking Member Rep. Lewis said. "Ken's dedication to safeguarding taxpayer dollars and ensuring the effectiveness and efficiency of government programs make him an excellent fit for his role as a member of the Homeland Security, Energy and Water, and Interior subcommittees. With the many difficult economic and budget issues ahead of us, Ken will have a busy year ahead of him. I know firsthand that he is more than up to the task and will do a terrific job on behalf of his constituents and the American people."
Rep. Calvert will serve on the following subcommittees:
Subcommittee on Energy and Water
"I look forward to working with Congressman Ken Calvert on energy and water issues during the 111th Congress," said Energy and Water Development Subcommittee Ranking-Member Rodney Frelinghuysen (NJ-11). "Ken has served Congress and his constituents with distinction for the past sixteen years. His knowledge and experience will be critical to finding long-term solutions to California's energy and water challenges."
Subcommittee on Homeland Security
"It is a pleasure to welcome Rep. Ken Calvert to the Homeland Security Appropriations Subcommittee," said Homeland Security Ranking Member Rep. Harold Rogers (KY-05) "His leadership and experience will serve the Golden State well as he works to secure America's borders, increase our nation's port security and provide necessary funding for first responders and fire prevention programs. I look forward to working with him throughout the 111th Congress as we remain vigilant in thwarting the threat of terrorism and addressing the complex homeland security issues that lay ahead."
Rep. Calvert will also serve on the Subcommittee on the Interior with incoming Ranking Member Rep. Mike Simpson (ID-02).
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"I look forward to continuing my work on the subcommittees on behalf of the 44th Congressional District of California, the State of California and the country," said Rep. Calvert. "I welcome the responsibility to be a good steward for American taxpayer dollars and fulfill the duties for each subcommittee."
"I've known and worked with Ken for many years and can testify to his exceptional level of experience and expertise," Ranking Member Rep. Lewis said. "Ken's dedication to safeguarding taxpayer dollars and ensuring the effectiveness and efficiency of government programs make him an excellent fit for his role as a member of the Homeland Security, Energy and Water, and Interior subcommittees. With the many difficult economic and budget issues ahead of us, Ken will have a busy year ahead of him. I know firsthand that he is more than up to the task and will do a terrific job on behalf of his constituents and the American people."
Rep. Calvert will serve on the following subcommittees:
Subcommittee on Energy and Water
"I look forward to working with Congressman Ken Calvert on energy and water issues during the 111th Congress," said Energy and Water Development Subcommittee Ranking-Member Rodney Frelinghuysen (NJ-11). "Ken has served Congress and his constituents with distinction for the past sixteen years. His knowledge and experience will be critical to finding long-term solutions to California's energy and water challenges."
Subcommittee on Homeland Security
"It is a pleasure to welcome Rep. Ken Calvert to the Homeland Security Appropriations Subcommittee," said Homeland Security Ranking Member Rep. Harold Rogers (KY-05) "His leadership and experience will serve the Golden State well as he works to secure America's borders, increase our nation's port security and provide necessary funding for first responders and fire prevention programs. I look forward to working with him throughout the 111th Congress as we remain vigilant in thwarting the threat of terrorism and addressing the complex homeland security issues that lay ahead."
Rep. Calvert will also serve on the Subcommittee on the Interior with incoming Ranking Member Rep. Mike Simpson (ID-02).
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