House Speaker Brian C. Bosma (R-Indianapolis) announced committee assignments and leadership appointments for the Indiana House Republican Caucus. Committee chairmen and caucus leaders are selected biennially by the majority party after each election year.
State Rep. Woody Burton has been appointed Chairman of the Financial Institutions Committee. He will also serve on the Education, Elections and Apportionment, Insurance, and Rules and Legislative Procedures Committees.
“I am confident in the abilities of each of these leaders, and I know that they are each eager to begin their committee work and their leadership roles,” said Speaker Bosma.
Standing committees are an integral part of the legislative process. Committees with specific expertise receive public testimony and work out the details of proposed legislation before it is heard on the House floor.
Speaker Bosma stated on Organization Day that, “we are here, together, in a time of change, a time of transition, a time of unique challenges, a time of unique opportunities. We will no doubt disagree on the details, but it is my hope – my challenge to you – that we can do so with a renewed spirit of cooperation and work together.”
“I am honored to be appointed to these committees,” said Rep. Burton. “It is essential that we pass a balanced budget this year to secure a strong financial future for coming generations. By living within our means, we can cultivate an economy that will thrive for years to come.”
