DELEGATE MOYLAN SELECTED FOR ARMED SERVICES AND NATURAL RESOURCES COMMITTEES

           DELEGATE MOYLAN SELECTED FOR ARMED SERVICES AND NATURAL RESOURCES COMMITTEES

 (Hagatna, Guam) Delegate James Moylan was advised by the House Steering Committee that he was selected to serve on the House Armed Services Committee (HASC) and the House Natural Resources Committee (HNRC). Both Committees address issues relevant to Guam, and the Delegate would have a vote in both committees.

“We are excited about the selection, as being a member of these committees would provide us additional leverage when it comes to advocating issues important for Guam. HASC not only plays a critical role in creating economic activity for our island but is also vital for the defense of Guam and our nation. With HNRC we will be focusing on issues that support the territories, inclusive of our fisheries, irrigation, and land. This a huge win for Guam”, stated Delegate Moylan. 

The process to secure the selection is very thorough, and with HASC we created an educational piece, walked the halls of Congress, knocked the doors of the members of the Steering Committee, to pitch the importance of why Guam needs a seat on the Committee”, added Delegate Moylan.

Members of the House are typically assigned between one to two committees, and this assertion is based on which committees they are selected for. Delegate Moylan provided a priority list, as required by each Member prior to the inauguration, and his list included HASC, Homeland Security, Veterans Affairs, and Small Business, among others. “Our team is now focusing on being a part of as many caucuses and conferences as possible, and this not only provides additional venues for networking to advocate for our issues, but these groups also have votes for members, which increases the leverage”, added Delegate Moylan.

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