Congressman Rob Andrews Selected for Leadership Position in the House

WASHINGTON, D.C. –Tuesday, Congressman Rob Andrews was nominated by Democratic Leader Nancy Pelosi and unanimously elected by his colleagues to join the Democratic Leadership team as co-chairman of the Steering and Policy Committee for the 113th Congress.  As Co-Chair for Policy, Congressman Andrews will play a central role in crafting an agenda to create jobs, strengthen the middle class, and grow the economy.

The House Democratic Steering and Policy Committee is responsible for coming up with a democratic plan to address the challenges facing our nation, as well as recommending other Democrats in Congress for various appointments and committee assignments ranging from Agriculture to Science, Space, and Technology and everything in-between.

“The concerns of South Jersey residents such as jobs, education and health care, are shared by people around the country and from all political persuasions,” said Congressman Andrews.  “I am humbled and honored that Leader Pelosi has given me this opportunity to serve my Caucus, and I look forward to working with my colleagues to build a bipartisan agenda that addresses the needs of everyday Americans.” 

In his Chairmanship, Rep. Andrews joins Congresswoman Rosa DeLauro (CT-03), who was reappointed to serve as Co-Chair for Steering. DeLauro and Andrews will serve as key advisers to Leader Pelosi as the Democrats work towards building the prosperity of our country and an equal opportunity for all Americans.