The House GOP Leadership has tapped Rep. Jerry Lewis (R-California) as the new Chairman of the House Committee on Appropriations. Mr. Lewis defeated Reps. Ralph Regula (R-Ohio) and Harold Rogers (R-Kentucky) for this coveted post.

Rep. Lewis is a well-respected member who has a reputation for being able to work with both sides of the aisle. There may well be subcommittee chair shifts in the days ahead. We will keep you posted on those.