WASHINGTON— Congresswoman Kristen McDonald Rivet (MI-08) was appointed to serve on the U.S. House Committee on Agriculture and U.S. House Committee on Transportation & Infrastructure in the 119th Congress.
With these appointments, McDonald Rivet says she is going to advocate on the pocketbook issues she has emphasized throughout her career.
“My top priority is to lower costs for Mid-Michigan families. These committee assignments put me in a great position to work on the issues important for our jobs, our families, and our pocketbooks,” said Congresswoman McDonald Rivet.
She also wants to reach across the isle to deliver results to the people of Michigan.
“I am looking forward to rolling up my sleeves with members from both parties to rebuild our roads and infrastructure, protect our family farms and make sure that every Michigan resident has what they need to thrive,” said McDonald Rivet.
The House Committee on Agriculture is responsible for overseeing legislation related to agriculture and providing funding for research. The department also shapes food nutrition programs like the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), oversees programs that benefit rural communities and authors the bipartisan Farm Bill.
Angie Crag (MN-02), the ranking member of the Agriculture committee, says McDonald Rivet is a good fit for the committee due to her upbringings in a rural farm town.
McDonald Rivet will also be joining the House Committee on Transportation. The Committee is expected to work on the Surface Transportation Bill, to enhance American roads, bridges and public transportation during this upcoming session.
“As a former Michigan state senator and Bay City Commissioner, McDonald Rivet will bring years of lawmaking experience and local leadership to her work on the Committee,” said Transportation and Infrastructure Committee Ranking Member Rick Larsen (WA-02). “She will also be a steadfast advocate for Michigan’s infrastructure—making sure that Michiganders can rely on safe and accessible transportation systems.”
