House Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries announced on Monday, Dec. 9, that Rep. Robin Kelly, D-Ill, will serve as co-chair of the Steering & Policy Committee for the 119th Congress.
Rep. Kelly represents Homewood and Flossmoor in Congress.
The Democrats have combined Steering and Policy into one committee. Its primary purpose is to assign fellow party members to other House committees. Co-chairs also advise party leaders on policy. House Republicans maintain two separate committees.
Serving with Rep. Kelly are co-chairs Rep. Debbie Wasserman Schultz of Florida and Rep. Nanette Barragán of California.
“Under the leadership of Hakeem Jeffries, I am ready to carry out the goals of the House Democratic Caucus and deliver for the people. Together, House Democrats will continue to put people over politics, stand resolute against extremism, and demonstrate that the government can improve people’s lives.”
