Upton on Selection of Greg Walden as Next Energy and Commerce Committee Chairman

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Upton on Selection of Greg Walden as Next Energy and Commerce Committee Chairman

The following press release was published by the House Committee on Energy and Commerce on Dec. 1, 2016. It is reproduced in full below.

WASHINGTON, DC - Energy and Commerce Committee Chairman Fred Upton (R-MI) today issued the following statement congratulating Energy and Commerce Committee Chairman-elect Rep. Greg Walden (R-OR). Rep. Walden will take over the committee in the 115th Congress.

“Like the Chicago Cubs, we are a team full of MVPs and Energy and Commerce will be in great hands with my friend Greg Walden holding the gavel. Greg’s leadership with #SubCommTech demonstrated his hard work and proven record of success," said Upton. “We’ve got a lot to do in the remaining days of this Congress, including getting 21st Century Cures across the finish line. As we look toward a new year, a new Congress, and a new administration, the Energy and Commerce Committee will be leading the way on health reform, keeping energy affordable, and putting folks back to work. House Republicans have a better way, and I look forward to Greg Walden’s leadership in the 115th Congress."

Source: House Committee on Energy and Commerce