Congresswoman Julia Letlow (R)
Congresswoman Julia Letlow has been chosen to fill an empty seat on the House Committee on Appropriations. The committee is responsible for funding the Federal government’s vital programs. Letlow said it’s an honor to be chosen for such a powerful committee and to help the Bayou State.
“And I want to bring our tax dollars from Washington and make sure that we’re investing in the priorities that Louisiana desperately needs,” said Letlow.
Letlow said the committee seat will help her fulfill campaign promises for her district, which include increasing broadband access to rural areas of the state and supporting the needs of Louisiana farmers.
“Agriculture is the backbone of my district and I want to make sure that we’re investing in those programs that make a difference for our farmers who are quite frankly hurting right now,” said Letlow.
Letlow, a former teacher, said the appointment will allow her the ability to see that education is properly funded. While teaching she said she’s witnessed firsthand how education can take someone from poverty to prosperity.
“And on the Appropriations Committee, I will fight to prioritize our K-12 schools, our community and technical colleges, and our four-year institutions and also protect funding for charter schools and school choice,” said Letlow.
Letlow is the first Louisianan to serve on House Appropriations since 2013.
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