WASHINGTON, DC — Today, at a Gavel Passing Ceremony hosted by Heritage Foundation President Kevin Roberts, Republican Study Committee (RSC) Chairman-elect August Pfluger (TX-11) announced the appointments of Task Force Chairs who will lead the Committee's policy initiatives in the 119th Congress.

"I am proud to announce an exceptional team of conservative leaders who will spearhead the Republican Study Committee's policy initiatives in the 119th Congress," said Chairman-elect Pfluger. "Each of these members brings valuable expertise and a proven track record of advancing conservative solutions. Under their leadership, the RSC will continue to drive the conservative policy agenda in the House of Representatives. I also would like to thank outgoing RSC Chairman Kevin Hern for his leadership and devotion to this role as he ascends to a new role leading conservative policy for House Republicans."

The following Representatives will serve as RSC Task Force Chairs:

· Representative Troy Balderson (OH) will serve as Chair of the House Energy Action Team (HEAT). The HEAT team will focus on advancing American energy independence and promoting policies that ensure affordable, reliable energy for American families and businesses.

· Representative Beth Van Duyne (TX) will lead the Budget Task Force, focusing on fiscal responsibility and developing solutions to address our nation's spending challenges.

· Representative Harriet Hageman (WY) will chair the Article One Task Force, working to restore Congress's constitutional authority and push back against executive overreach.

· Representative Zach Nunn (IA) will head the National Security Task Force, addressing critical defense and foreign policy challenges facing our nation.

· Representative Mark Alford (MO) will lead COMSFORCE (Communications Strategy Force), developing effective messaging strategies to communicate conservative solutions to the American people.

The Republican Study Committee, the largest conservative caucus in Congress, will continue its mission of advancing conservative principles and policies that strengthen our nation, protect our freedoms, and promote prosperity for all Americans.