WASHINGTON, DC – Today, Congresswoman Lori Trahan (MA-03) was elected by acclamation to represent members of the New England Congressional Delegation on the powerful House Democratic Steering and Policy Committee.
“Members of the New England Delegation have a strong history of legislative achievement and leadership within the Democratic Caucus. That’s because we have always secured seats on key committees that have empowered us to advocate and deliver for the unique needs of our constituents,” said Congresswoman Trahan. “As our delegation’s representative to the Steering and Policy Committee, I look forward to the work ahead to ensure every member from our region is best positioned to leverage their experience and relationships to advance legislation that will improve the lives of every family we have the honor to represent. I’m grateful to my colleagues for the trust they’ve placed in me in this role, and I’m eager to roll up my sleeves to build on the progress we’ve made to make New England a better place to call home.”
The Steering and Policy Committee is responsible for appointing members of the House Democratic Caucus to committee seats. Considered an extension of House Democratic Leadership, the Steering and Policy Committee also considers candidates for committee leadership and votes to provide recommendations to the full caucus. Trahan succeeds Congresswoman Annie Kuster (NH-02) as the New England Delegation’s regional representative.
