Cole Continues Rise In Leadership

Rep. Tom Cole to head subcommittee on congressional spending

The House Appropriations Committee reshuffled some leadership positions on Wednesday because of the recent death of a senior member.

Rep. Tom Cole, R-Moore, will now be the chairman of the subcommittee that oversees legislative spending.

Rep. Hal Rogers, R-KY, the chairman of the House Appropriations Committee, said, “The Legislative Branch Subcommittee takes on the important work of providing funding for the operations, safety, and upkeep of the Nation’s Capitol. It is sometimes a thankless job, but this subcommittee is vital to the functioning of our democracy, and Tom Cole will be a tremendous asset as its new leader. He is dedicated to the careful and responsible use of tax dollars – especially in Congress’s backyard – and he understands the importance of ensuring an open, accessible, and safe environment for the thousands of Members, staffers, and visitors who come to the Capitol every day.”

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