Ben Ray Luján
Senate Committee Assignments
Ben Ray Luján serves on 6 senate committees and 9 subcommittees in the 119th Congress. Ben Ray Luján holds leadership positions as Ranking Member of the Food and Nutrition, Specialty Crops, Organics, and Research Subcommittee and Ranking Member of the Telecommunications and Media Subcommittee.
United States Senate Caucus on International Narcotics Control
The United States Senate Caucus on International Narcotics Control oversees and promotes international cooperation against drug trafficking and abuse. It monitors U.S. counternarcotics policies and programs abroad, working with foreign governments and international bodies.
Senate Committee on Indian Affairs
The Committee on Indian Affairs studies matters pertaining to American Indian, Native Hawaiian, and Alaska Native peoples. It handles legislation related to tribes, land management, health, education, and economic development for Native populations.
Senate Committee on Agriculture, Nutrition, and Forestry
The Committee on Agriculture, Nutrition, and Forestry oversees America's agricultural industry, including research, production, marketing, and price stabilization for commodities. It also holds jurisdiction over national nutrition programs like SNAP and school meals, forestry, rural development, and related areas.
Subcommittees
- ├Food and Nutrition, Specialty Crops, Organics, and ResearchRanking Member
- ├Conservation, Forestry, Natural Resources, and Biotechnology
- ├Rural Development, Energy, and Credit
Senate Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation
The Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation addresses a wide range of issues including interstate commerce, transportation systems, science and technology policy, space exploration, and consumer protection. It oversees agencies like the Department of Transportation, NASA, the FCC, and the FTC.
Subcommittees
- ├Telecommunications and MediaRanking Member
- ├Consumer Protection, Technology, and Data Privacy
- ├Surface Transportation, Freight, Pipelines, and Safety
Senate Committee on the Budget
The Committee on the Budget establishes the annual framework for congressional spending and revenue levels through the budget resolution process. It oversees the Congressional Budget Office and monitors federal budget enforcement, analyzing the financial impact of proposed legislation.
Senate Committee on Finance
The Committee on Finance holds broad jurisdiction over taxation and revenue measures, the nation's debt, customs, international trade, and key social programs. It oversees Social Security, Medicare, Medicaid, and unemployment benefits, shaping fiscal policy and health legislation.
Subcommittees
- ├Energy, Natural Resources, and Infrastructure
- ├Taxation and IRS Oversight
- ├Health Care
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