Rep. Elise Stefanik (R-NY) was recently selected to chair the House Armed Services Subcommittee on Emerging Threats and Capabilities in the 115th Congress.
The subcommittee is tasked with overseeing counter-terrorism initiatives as well as counter proliferation of weapons of mass destruction, such as chemical, biological, nuclear, and radiological weapons. The subcommittee also oversees agencies such as the Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency, U.S. Special Operations Forces, various information technology programs, and force protection and policy oversight.
“I am honored to serve in this critical position with my colleagues on the House Armed Services Committee,” Stefanik said. “As we begin to rebuild our military in the next Administration, we must prepare to defend our nation on a 21st Century Battlefield. We live in an increasingly dangerous world and this subcommittee has a pivotal role in ensuring the American people are protected against terrorism and modern threats. I look forward to leading this Subcommittee and thank my colleagues for this opportunity.”
Rep. Mac Thornberry (R-TX), chairman of the House Armed Services Committee, came out in support of Stefanik’s selection, stating she has been a real leader in the committee in the need to address 21st century threats to the nation’s defense.
Stefanik is a representative of New York’s 21st congressional district and has served in that role since 2014.