WASHINGTON – Republican Women's Policy Committee Chairwoman Renee Ellmers released the following statement from her office in Washington this morning:

"Today I'm proud to announce the new website and social media platforms for the Republican Women's Policy Committee for the 113th Congress. Since being entrusted to lead the RWPC in January, my staff and I have been reenergizing a new operation from the ground up in order to expand the committee's presence and highlight the important issues our members are working on in Washington."

"Through our new website and social media outlets, we are proud to introduce an engaging platform for people across the country to learn about our work in Congress and how we are bringing a woman's perspective to the important issues facing our nation. I'm dedicated to growing this committee and will continue to work diligently with my colleagues to engage with all Americans on the important issues that affect them and their families."

About the Republican Women's Policy Committee:

Congresswoman Renee Ellmers was elected as Chairwoman of the Republican Women's Policy Committee for the 113th Congress. She is joined by Congresswoman Kristi Noem who will serve as Vice Chair. This is the second year of the committee's existence after being founded by former Congresswoman Mary Bono Mack in May of 2012. Through the help and guidance of the committee's first vice chairwoman, Marsha Blackburn, Chairwoman Ellmers is excited to see the committee expand and grow through the new innovations and teamwork of its 19 Republican Congresswomen in the 113th Congress. The committee will also invite male Members of Congress to join as associate members.

The Republican Women’s Policy Committee (RWPC) is organized for the purpose of influencing, advancing, leading, and communicating the Republican agenda in the House of Representatives. The goal of RWPC is to highlight the roles, skills, and expertise of Republican women and their positions on the many important issues facing the country. The committee is dedicated to the principles of job creation, less government, lower taxes, regulatory relief, personal responsibility, individual freedoms, and a strong national defense. Through its efforts, the Republican Women’s Policy Committee provides a key platform to raise the profile of women in their roles as Members of Congress, highlight their diverse achievements, and give voice to their unique perspectives on a wide range of issues.

Republican Women's Policy Committee Members for the 113th Congress

Rep. Renee Ellmers (R-NC-2), Chair

Rep. Kristi Noem (R-SD-AL), Vice Chair

Rep. Michele Bachmann (R-MN-6)

Rep. Diane Black (R-TN-6)

Rep. Marsha Blackburn (R-TN-7)

Rep. Susan Brooks (R-IN-5)

Rep. Shelley Moore Capito (R-WV-2)

Rep. Virginia Foxx (R-NC-5)

Rep. Kay Granger (R-TX-12)

Rep. Vicky Hartzler (R-MO-4)

Rep. Jaime Herrera Beutler (R-WA-3)

Rep. Lynn Jenkins (R-KS-2)

Rep. Cynthia Lummis (R-WY-AL)

Rep. Cathy McMorris Rodgers (R-WA-5)

Rep. Candice Miller (R-MI-10)

Rep. Martha Roby (R-AL-2)

Rep. Ileana Ros-Lehtinen (R-FL-18)

Rep. Ann Wagner (R-MO-2)

Rep. Jackie Walorski (R-IN-2)

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For more information, please visit the Republican Women's Policy Committee's website at

www.rwpc.ellmers.gov or call (202) 225-4531

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