Press Releases

Washington, D.C. – Speaker Nancy Pelosi issued this statement after the U.S. Senate voted to confirm Congresswoman Deb Haaland of New Mexico to serve as Secretary of the Department of the Interior:

"The confirmation of Secretary Deb Haaland is a strong step forward in Democrats' mission to advance a sustainable clean energy future in America with equity and justice for all. Secretary Haaland's confirmation is historic, and it is a source of pride for the House.

Washington, D.C. – Speaker Nancy Pelosi issued this statement on the retirement of Congresswoman Ann Kirkpatrick of Arizona:

"In Congresswoman Ann Kirkpatrick, the people of Southern Arizona have had a strong champion for their interests and needs in the Congress.

"Congresswoman Kirkpatrick has dedicated decades to lifting up hard-working families in her community, from southern ranching towns to downtown Tucson. On the Appropriations Committee, she has led the charge to expand access to affordable health care and quality education for Arizonans. And now, on the Agriculture Committee, she continues to be an effective voice for family farmers and hungry families.

Washington, D.C. – Speaker Nancy Pelosi today announced the appointment of Members to the House Permanent Select Committee on Intelligence and the Joint Economic Committee.