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Committees

The committee system is a chief contributor to public policy progress in Congress. In committees, members of Congress dissect pressing issues, ask probing questions, and listen to experts until they produce viable legislation.

Senator Dorgan is a member of four Senate standing committees and fourteen subcommittees, in addition to being the chairman of the Democratic Policy Committee. This access allows him to address the issues important to North Dakotans. This page provides information and links to help you learn more about each committee, including its jurisdiction, membership, and current activities.

Committee on Indian Affairs, Chairman

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Committee on Appropriations

  • Subcommittee on Energy and Water, Chairman
  • Subcommittee on Agriculture and Rural Development
  • Subcommittee on Commerce, Justice, and Science
  • Subcommittee on Defense
  • Subcommittee on Interior
  • Subcommittee on Transportation, Housing and Urban Development, and Related Agencies

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Committee on Commerce, Science and Transportation

  • Subcommittee on Interstate Commerce, Trade & Tourism, Chairman
  • Subcommittee on Aviation Operations, Safety and Security
  • Subcommittee on Science, Technology and Innovation
  • Subcommittee on Space, Aeronautics and Related Sciences
  • Subcommittee on Surface Transportation and Merchant Marine Infrastructure, Safety and Security

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Committe on Energy & Natural Resources

  • Subcommittee on Energy, Chairman
  • Subcommittee on National Parks
  • Subcommittee on Water and Power

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