Van Hollen Unanimously Reelected Ranking Member of the Budget Committee

Washington, DC – Today Maryland Congressman Chris Van Hollen was unanimously reelected Ranking Member of the House Budget Committee by the House Democratic Caucus. Following his election, Congressman Van Hollen issued the following statement:

“It has been a privilege to serve as Ranking Member of the Budget Committee for the last two years, and I am honored that my colleagues have reelected me to continue to serve in the 113th Congress. 

“Over the last two years our House Democratic Caucus has played a leading role in framing the key budget choices facing our country, and the Budget Committee is a central front in this national conversation.  We will continue to fight to create jobs, protect health and retirement security, expand opportunities, and build a foundation for sustained economic growth by taking a balanced approach to long-term deficit reduction.

“Our budget is not just a set of numbers – it represents our national priorities and values. Our country faces significant fiscal challenges, but I believe we have an opportunity to make genuine progress on accelerating job creation and reducing our long-term deficit if we take a balanced approach and work together.  I look forward to continuing that work in the Committee next Congress.”

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