Press Releases

“The Western Caucus is ready to get to work in the 118^th Congress to unleash American energy, cut bureaucratic red tape, and support our farmers and ranchers,” said Chairman Newhouse. “I am honored to have so many experienced leaders on my Executive Committee to help advance the Caucus’ priorities both in Washington, D.C. and across the country. With their help and expertise, there is truly no limit to what we can achieve for rural America.”

Executive Committee Members help shape the direction and focus of the Western Caucus and represent the Caucus on a national level.

“Between being back in the House majority and working on the upcoming Farm Bill, our Executive Committee will work to implement policies that benefit rural America and roll back regulations hindering our American agriculture, water storage, forest management, and energy industries.” – Executive Vice Chair Doug LaMalfa (CA-01)

“The West is under attack and the Congressional Western Caucus is the core of the Fire Department. We are on our way.” – Vice Chair Mark Amodei (NV-02)

“I am honored to continue serving on the Executive Committee for the Congressional Western Caucus in the 118^th Congress. The Western Caucus continues to be a powerful voice for Americans in the Western United States and has made significant progress pushing back on the Biden Administration’s terrible land, water, and energy policies. I look forward to working with my colleagues to address challenges unique to the West, including Arizona’s ongoing water supply problems.” – Vice Chair Andy Biggs (AZ-05)

“It’s a privilege to serve on the Executive Committee for the Congressional Western Caucus for the 118th Congress. From energy security to protections for farmers, the Western Caucus champions issues important to Kentuckians. I look forward to working with my colleagues to advance commonsense legislation, reduce burdensome regulations, and protect our natural resources for generations to come.” – Vice Chair James Comer (KY-01)

“I am thrilled to continue my time on the Western Caucus Executive Committee under Chairman Newhouse and ensure rural America has a voice in the halls of Congress. From building roads and schools to moving livestock across public lands, many in Utah know too well the bureaucracy that comes with the federal government and Western Caucus is working to streamline these hurdles.” – Vice Chair John Curtis (UT-03)

“Our Republican majority is working to get this country back on track to grow our economy. This means increasing energy independence, utilizing our domestic critical minerals and protecting our natural resources. I am excited and honored to be a leader in a caucus that fights for these priorities. The Western Caucus brings the voices of rural America to Washington DC, and we need those voices to be heard now more than ever.”— Vice Chair Michelle Fischbach (MN-07)

"Supporting the members and initiatives of our conference is a top priority, and the Western Caucus is another avenue. Its nationwide membership gives us a bigger platform to hold the Biden Administration accountable, unlock American resources, advance conservation initiatives, and deliver the practical solutions folks expect from Congress. The Western Caucus is another opportunity to showcase Louisiana's energy, outdoors, culture and way of life to the rest of the country. We look forward to educating more members and communities about Louisiana's great assets." – Vice Chair Garret Graves (LA-06)

“I am grateful to serve on the Executive Committee for the Congressional Western Caucus for the 118th Congress. I look forward to advocating for issues in Colorado and our nation. We will continue fighting to stop the Biden Administration’s anti-energy policies and massive land grab attempts and work towards effective land and water management and natural resource policies. I thank my colleague in Congress, Chairman Newhouse, for his leadership and will continue working to preserve and protect the 3.8 million square miles of land and critical resources that make up our great nation.”— Vice Chair Doug Lamborn (CO-05)

“I am so grateful to the Western Caucus for providing a critical opportunity to advocate for the unique needs of Arizona and Americans across the West. It is an honor to serve on the Western Caucus’ Executive Committee for the 118^th Congress, and I am confident this caucus will play a vital role in crafting successful, common-sense policies for Western America. I am excited to work with my colleagues on the Executive Committee and the Western Caucus as a whole to advance policies that end the war on American energy, protect Arizonans’ water supply, and promote conservation without burdensome government regulations.” – Vice Chair Debbie Lesko (AZ-08)

“I’m thrilled to join the Congressional Western Caucus as a Vice Chair this Congress. The Western Caucus prioritizes the issues that are most important to Iowans—energy security, private property rights, protections for farmers and producers, and stewardship of our environment. I’m proud to join Chairman Newhouse to promote commonsense policies that work and protect our way of life.” – Vice Chair Mariannette Miller-Meeks (IA-01)

“I’m proud to serve on the Executive Committee for the Congressional Western Caucus and to continue fighting alongside my colleagues for policies that will support our rural communities and unique western lands. Just in the past year, California’s High Desert and Inland Empire have faced drought, wildfires, mudslides, flooding and more. The Congressional Western Caucus is committed to fighting for real solutions to these problems on behalf of the people we represent.” – Vice Chair Jay Obernolte (CA-23)

“American Samoa is about as far to the West as one can go before crossing the international dateline, and I’ve been a part of the Western Caucus since joining Congress. I represent a territory that has twice experienced a massive contraction of our traditional fishing waters, and worse, it was done without true local input, and without a vote of the Congress. I appreciate that the Western Caucus Members are the first to understand that this issue correlates to Caucus priorities elsewhere of preventing executive overreach, protecting indigenous waters, and ensuring Congress and the people have a voice.” – Vice Chair Aumua Amata Coleman Radewagen (AS-AL)

“I look forward to serving on the Western Caucus Executive Committee this Congress. The Western Caucus will continue to be a strong voice for rural America in Congress, and I thank Chairman Newhouse for his leadership.” — Vice Chair Adrian Smith (NE-03)

“I am honored to continue leading on rural issues as a Vice Chair of the Congressional Western Caucus. In the Republican Majority, the Western Caucus will continue advancing issues crucial to rural Americans, like restoring America’s energy independence, ensuring a domestic supply of critical minerals by streamlining the permitting process, standing against overregulation, and protecting the rights of sportsmen and women everywhere. It’s time to get to work for rural America.”—Vice Chair Pete Stauber (MN-08)

“I couldn’t be prouder to once again sit on this Executive Committee. The Western Caucus has always served as a voice for rural America, whether we’re working to protect our nation’s farmers and ranchers or representing the values of our communities. The priorities of this crucial committee align perfectly with those of my home state, and I’m eager to continue our all-important work.” – Vice Chair Chris Stewart (UT-02)

“The Western Caucus puts the interests of rural America first, and as a Vice Chairman, I look forward to defending rural communities across America and Wisconsin by restoring local control over water and wildlife management decisions, reversing Joe Biden’s job-killing energy policies, properly caring for our public lands and forests, and more. I am confident the Western Caucus will deliver for rural America.”—Vice Chair Thomas Tiffany (WI-07)

“As we kick off the 118^th Congress, I am grateful for the opportunity to continue serving on the Western Caucus’s executive committee. The Western Caucus champions key policy issues that impact the Natural State, such as advocating for and preserving our nation’s natural resources. I’m looking forward to working with Chairman Newhouse and my colleagues to continue advancing forward-thinking policies for rural America.” – Vice Chair Bruce Westerman (AR-04)