Education
Congresswoman Suzanne Bonamici (OR-1) announced today that she has been appointed as a member of the House Committee on Education and the Workforce for the 113th Congress. The committee oversees federal education programs and initiatives across agencies, including the No Child Left Behind Act and Higher Education Act. Committee jurisdiction also includes oversight of federal labor laws and workforce training programs.
Congresswoman Suzanne Bonamici was appointed to two Committees in the U.S. House of Representatives; the Committee on the Budget and the Committee on Science, Space and Technology.
“These Committees address crucial issues for Oregon’s First Congressional District and our entire nation,” said Bonamici, “I share the priority of Oregonians who want us to use our resources wisely to put people back to work and keep our economy growing.”