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Congressman Fitzgerald Selected to Serve House Judiciary Committee

Statement

Date: Jan. 27, 2021
Location: Washington, DC
Issues: Civil Liberties and Civil Rights Judicial Branch Legislative Branch

Today, Congressman Scott Fitzgerald (WI-05) was selected to serve on the House Judiciary Committee. The Judiciary Committee has jurisdiction over matters relating to intellectual property, the administration of justice in federal courts, administrative bodies, and law enforcement agencies. Following his appointment, Congressman Fitzgerald released the following statement:

"I'm honored to be selected to serve on the House Judiciary Committee, the second oldest standing committee in Congress. The Judiciary Committee serves a substantial role in protecting our civil liberties and conducting oversight of the U.S. Departments of Justice and Homeland Security. I look forward to taking on this new role and I take seriously my new responsibility to conduct effective oversight and important legislative work," said Rep. Fitzgerald.

"As a staunch defender of law enforcement, the Constitution, conservative values, and opportunities for Wisconsin families, Congressman Fitzgerald is going to be a powerful voice in the Committee during the 117th Congress. We are extremely happy to have him on board," said Ranking Member Jim Jordan.

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