Southwest Missouri congressman placed on three committees

Newly elected Southwest Missouri Congressman Eric Burlison will have a seat on three committees that he says are extremely important for the area.

Those being the Transportation & Infrastructure, Oversight, and Education & Workforce committees.

Burlison was welcomed by Transportation and Infrastructure Chairman Sam Graves, also of Missouri.

“The Transportation and Infrastructure Committee is highly sought after by both sides because of the direct impacts these issues can have on people’s lives. Improving our Nation’s infrastructure and ensuring an efficient transportation supply chain are the types of improvements that can significantly better the day-to-day lives of our constituents.

So, I congratulate and welcome the Members who will serve on the Committee for the 118th Congress,” said Graves. “We have important work ahead of us, including a long-term reauthorization of the FAA and aviation programs; using our oversight authority to prevent fraud, waste, and abuse as the infrastructure law is implemented; the development of the next Water Resources Development Act; and Coast Guard and pipeline safety legislation.”

“I look forward to working with all Members of the Committee as we aim to develop solutions to improve our infrastructure, strengthen transportation programs, and help alleviate ongoing energy and supply chain problems,” added Graves.

The House Oversight Committee sets out to Our ensure the efficiency, effectiveness, and accountability of the federal government and all its agencies.

The Education and Labor Committee’s purpose is to ensure that Americans’ needs are addressed so that students and workers may move forward in a changing school system and a competitive global economy.

Burlison tells Newstalk KZRG that he is honored to serve and is excited to hit the ground running.