Amata to Continue on Natural Resources Committee
Washington, D.C. – Congresswoman Uifa’atali Amata will continue to serve on the House Committee on Natural Resources for the 118th Congress, as she has throughout her time in Congress. The Committee has oversight of the U.S. Department of the Interior and insular affairs, and legislates policy of direct importance to the territories.
The Natural Resources Committee is led by Chairman Bruce Westerman of Arkansas, who was Ranking Member in the last Congress. Prior to his time in Congress, he served in the state legislature in Arkansas, including as Majority Leader.
“I’m delighted to welcome Congresswoman Radewagen back to the Committee on Natural Resources. Her years of experience and tireless advocacy for American Samoa is vital as we craft our vision for the majority,” said House Committee on Natural Resources Chairman Bruce Westerman. “Republicans have the opportunity to show the world that our policies will unlock our resources, revamp our economy, and end our dependence on our adversaries once and for all. Our committee is ready to hit the ground running and deliver on these promises and more this Congress. Let’s get to work!”
Congresswoman Amata and the Natural Resources Committee
“As a representative of American Samoa, the Natural Resources Committee has a key role for our people, as the Committee has responsibility for all federal areas related to the territories,” said Congresswoman Amata. “I look forward to continuing our efforts on the Committee to support and strengthen American Samoa, and work together with the other territories for the most effective outcomes.”
For the 118th Congress, she has also been selected for the House Committee on Foreign Affairs (announced separately). Meanwhile, the subcommittee assignments for the various committees and other leadership roles with the various committees have not yet been announced.
Additionally, Congresswoman Amata serves as Co-Chair of the Pacific Islands Caucus, and this term, has added a leadership role in the 80-member Western Caucus as a Vice Chair.
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