DELEGATE MOYLAN SELECTED TO SERVE ON THE HOUSE FOREIGN AFFAIRS COMMITTEE
JUNE 4, 2024
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
DELEGATE MOYLAN SELECTED TO SERVE ON THE HOUSE FOREIGN AFFAIRS COMMITTEE
( Washington, D.C.). The Steering Committee of the 118th United States Congress, led by Speaker Mike Johnson, selected Delegate James Moylan to fill a vacant seat on the House Foreign Affairs Committee. Members of the House of Representatives are typically assigned to serve on two standing committees, making this an unprecedented decision, as Delegate Moylan now serves on three committees.
The House Foreign Affairs Committee (HFAC) has jurisdiction of the U.S Department of State, American embassies, treaties, executive agreements, and military deployments abroad. The committee also has the oversight over legislation regarding the impact of national security developments on foreign policy and international economic policies. Delegate Moylan is seeking to sit on HFAC’s subcommittee on the Indo-Pacific region, which addresses matters involving Guam and the Pacific region.
“I want to thank Speaker Mike Johnson and Majority Leader Steve Scalise for tasking me with the responsibility to serve on the House Foreign Affairs Committee. I also want to thank Chairman Michael McCaul for entrusting me with this role”, stated Delegate Moylan. “These opportunities are earned through building great working relationships, and more importantly are a win for Guam. We not only get a vote in committees where real decisions are made, but there is also a strong potential of building support on district level issues, as Members spend more time in committee activity. Hence, being on three committees expands these benefits for the island”, stated Delegate Moylan.
"I'm delighted to welcome Rep. James Moylan to the House Foreign Affairs Committee. As we confront threats from our greatest adversaries, I am confident the congressman's experiences and strong background will help accomplish our foreign policy goals and protect America's interests abroad" said House Foreign Affairs Committee Chairman Michael McCaul.
Delegate Moylan also serves on the House Armed Services Committee and House Natural Resources Committee.
“I look forward to participating in discussions that are vital for economic activity in Guam and the region. This includes visa-waiver programs, tourism opportunities, and enhancing relationships for Guam with allies in the Indo-Pacific region”, added Delegate Moylan.
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