Bowling Green Today

Rep. Brett Guthrie, currently serving in the U.S. Congress representing Kentucky’s 2nd district, shared several significant announcements and reflections on December 10, 2024. His posts reveal his selection as the next Chairman of the House Energy & Commerce Committee and his commitment to various legislative priorities.

On December 10, 2024, Rep. Brett Guthrie announced his new role by stating: "I am honored that my colleagues have selected me to serve as the next Chairman of the House Energy & Commerce Committee. I am excited to get to work alongside @SpeakerJohnson, @LeaderScalise, @GOPMajorityWhip and President Trump to deliver on our America First agenda." This marks a pivotal moment in his career as he steps into a leadership position within one of the key committees in Congress.

In another tweet posted shortly after on December 10, 2024, Rep. Guthrie outlined some of his priorities: "Together we will restore America’s energy dominance and lower household energy prices, beat China, protect our children online, and lower health care costs for hard-working Americans and their families. Let’s get to work!" These goals highlight a focus on energy policy, international competition with China, online safety for children, and healthcare affordability.

Later that day on December 10, 2024, Rep. Guthrie expressed support for an educational initiative: "Last week I was proud to vote for @RepMariaSalazar’s Crucial Communism Teaching Act which directs the independent Victims of Communism Memorial Foundation to provide our youth with a greater education about the dangers of communism. It is crucial that our next generation..." This indicates his endorsement of legislation aimed at educating young people about historical political ideologies.