SOUTH BEND, Ind. -- The House Republican Steering Committee has selected Congressman Rudy Yakym (IN-02) to serve on the Ways and Means Committee in the 119th Congress.

The Ways and Means Committee is responsible for raising revenues for the federal government and exercises jurisdiction over taxes, other revenue-raising measures, tariffs, reciprocal trade agreements, and the bonded debt of the United States.

In a statement following his selection, Yakym stated in part, “My priorities on Ways and Means will be working to deliver pro-growth tax, regulatory, and trade policies so our manufacturers, innovators, and job creators can expand, hire, and invest, our agricultural producers can compete and win with our economic competitors, and all families and citizens have their shot at achieving the American Dream. Above all, I will be working every day to uphold my dear late friend Jackie Walorski's legacy on Ways and Means of fighting for Hoosiers and the unique interests of the Second District."

House Ways and Means Committee Chairman Jason Smith said, “I’m pleased to welcome Representative Rudy Yakym to the Ways and Means Committee. Indiana’s Second Congressional District has a long history with the Ways and Means Committee, thanks to the incredible service of our dear late colleague, Jackie Walorski. There is no one better equipped to carry on her legacy of work on behalf of the families and workers of Indiana than Rudy. He has already proven to be a strong and effective fighter for Indiana’s farmers, small businesses, and workers, and will be crucial in our effort to extend President Trump’s tax cuts.”