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U.S. House of Representatives Speaker Mike Johnson appointed Congressman Morgan Griffith (R-VA) to the House Committee on Rules for the 119^th Congress. Following this announcement, House Committee on Rules convened for its 119^th Congress Organizational Meeting. At this meeting, Chairwoman Virginia Foxx (R-NC) announced Congressman Griffith would serve as Vice Chairman on the Committee.

The House Committee on Rules is amongst the oldest standing committees in the House. The Committee wields significant power in advancing legislation, controlling the terms and conditions of debate on a measure or matter, and contributing to the content of legislation. This will be Congressman Griffith’s first term on the Committee.

“I’m looking forward to working with Congressman Morgan Griffith as Vice Chair of the House Rules Committee. I am confident in his ability to help deliver the America First agenda. The American people can trust Congressman Griffith to work tirelessly in moving legislation forward to further President Trump’s priorities that will usher in a new day in America.” – Speaker Mike Johnson

“I’m pleased to appoint Congressman Morgan Griffith to serve as Vice Chair of the Rules Committee. His vast experience and knowledge – from his time in the Virginia House of Delegates to his current service within the People’s House – will have a tremendous impact in delivering upon President Trump’s agenda, and the American people’s mandate. I look forward to serving alongside him in this critical role and in this esteemed committee.” – Chairwoman Virginia Foxx

“I am honored to have been appointed to the Rules Committee for the 119^th Congress by Speaker Mike Johnson and to have been appointed Vice Chairman of the Committee by Chairwoman Virginia Foxx.” – Congressman Morgan Griffith

BACKGROUND

In addition to the Rules Committee, Congressman Griffith will continue service on the House Committee on Energy and Commerce, through which he will also chair the Committee’s Environment Subcommittee.

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