WASHINGTON – On Thursday, Congressman Tim Huelskamp (KS-01) was chosen by his Republican colleagues for a slot on to the influential Republican Steering Committee.

 

I’ve been elected to the powerful Steering Committee. Victory for House conservatives. #TCOT @SpeakerRyan

— Cong. Tim Huelskamp (@CongHuelskamp) December 10, 2015

When Speaker Paul Ryan came into office, he vowed a fresh start, that he would respect committees and their value to the legislative process. This morning Republicans selected six Representatives to fill six at-large positions on the powerful Steering Committee. The Steering Committee works on behalf of the Republican Conference to nominate Republican members to fill all committee assignments, as well as a chairman for each committee.        

 

Huelskamp gave the following statement on his election to the powerful Steering Committee: “The outcome today is a victory for conservatives in the House, and I am grateful for this opportunity.   “I thank Speaker Ryan for following through on his reform promises. With these changes to the influential Steering Committee, my colleagues have sent a strong message that they’re listening to the conservative heart of the party.   “In one month alone we’re seeing the move toward a more transparent Congress. Members and committees are more empowered and involved. Leadership is listening and we’re going to get more done for the American people in 2016.”