Congressman Pete Olson (R-TX) today announced that he has been selected by House Energy and Commerce Committee Chairman Fred Upton (R-MI) to serve on the Communications and Technology Subcommittee in the 114th Congress under Chairman Greg Walden (R-OR).

“Texas is rapidly becoming the new Silicon Valley on telecommunications issues and as a strong advocate of growth in this bright economic driver for America, I'm pleased that Chairman Upton and Chairman Walden are allowing me to expand my portfolio on the committee," Rep. Pete Olson said. "This subcommittee has wide jurisdiction over critical issues that will compliment my efforts in the energy realm. Cybersecurity and American innovation are critical issues Congress must address and I'm honored to be part of this arena."

Energy and Commerce Committee Chairman Fred Upton (R-MI) said, "Congressman Pete Olson has been a team player from his first day on this committee. His depth of knowledge on telecommunications issues representing Houston, where energy, cybersecurity and rapid growth in high technology issues are closely linked, makes this assignment a great fit for both our committee and the 22nd District of Texas. As we begin the 114th Congress, his leadership will serve our efforts well."

Communications and Technology Subcommittee Chairman Greg Walden (R-OR) said, "I'm pleased to have Pete as a member of this important subcommittee. He's demonstrated great leadership on the committee and clearly has a passion for telecommunications representing a high tech area like Houston. We welcome his leadership and ideas as we tackle these complex issues in the new Congress.”

Olson will give up his slot on the Oversight and Investigations Subcommittee and continue as Vice Chairman of the Energy and Power Subcommittee, and a member of the Commerce, Manufacturing and Trade Subcommittee.

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