Yakima Times

Today, the House Committee on Agriculture announced that Representative Dan Newhouse from Washington's 4th Congressional District will rejoin the committee in the upcoming 119th Congress. Rep. Newhouse previously served on this committee during his first term.

"As a third-generation farmer, I am proud to rejoin my colleagues on the House Agriculture Committee. Central Washington is home to over 7,800 farms covering almost 6,000,000 acres, and I am looking forward to bringing their voices to the committee next year. We also have a critical Farm Bill to get across the line, and I am ready to get to work," said Rep. Dan Newhouse.

House Agriculture Committee Chairman Glenn “GT” Thompson expressed enthusiasm about welcoming new members: "I’m excited to welcome this strong and diverse group of legislators to the House Committee on Agriculture for the 119th Congress. This is a pivotal time for our farmers, ranchers, and rural communities, so we’ll hit the ground running with rigorous hearings and oversight, all to ensure we deliver legislative victories for rural America and the farm families that guarantee our nation’s food security."

In addition to his role on the Agriculture Committee, Rep. Newhouse will continue serving on the House Appropriations Committee. He remains part of its Subcommittees on Agriculture, Energy and Water, and Homeland Security. His dual roles position him uniquely as he contributes both to authorizing legislation through the Farm Bill and directing funds through appropriations.

Rep. Newhouse will also stay involved with the Select Committee of the Chinese Communist Party pending its reauthorization in Congress.