Aerospace

Today, Chairman Ron Estes (R–Kansas) announced the membership of the House Aerospace Caucus. 

Current Members Include:

Rep. Don Beyer (D-Virginia)

Rep. Julia Brownley (D-California)

Rep. Jerry Carl (R-Alabama)

Rep. Buddy Carter (R-Georgia)

Rep. Sheila Cherfilus-McCormick (D-Florida)

Rep. Jason Crow (D-Colorado)

Rep. Carlos Gimenez (R-Florida)

Rep. Garret Graves (R-Lousiana)

Rep. Raúl M. Grijalva (D-Arizona)

Rep. Derek Kilmer (D-Washington)

Rep. Doug Lamborn (R-Colorado)

Rep. John Larson (D-Connecticut)

Rep. Jake LaTurner (R-Kansas)

Rep. Stephen Lynch (D-Massachusetts)

Rep. Nancy Mace (R-South Carolina)

Rep. Barry Moore (R-Alabama)

Rep. Joe Morelle (D-New York)

Rep. Greg Murphy, MD (R-North Carolina)

Rep. Jay Obernolte (R-California)

Rep. Scott Peters (D-California)

Rep. Darren Soto (D-Florida)

Rep. Beth Van Duyne (R-Texas)

"The United States is a global leader in aerospace and defense," said Rep. Ron Estes. "I look forward to working with this bipartisan group of members from across the country to highlight achievements and develop legislative solutions to drive the aviation, defense and space industries and empower our skilled workforce." 

"From research and development to engineering to manufacturing, investments in aerospace foster unbridled innovation, create good paying jobs, and generate economic growth," said Rep. Julia Brownley. "I stand ready to work with my colleagues on both sides of the aisle to continue to advance the priorities of the aerospace industry, which is a sector that is emblematic of American ingenuity."

"As a Floridian and former Mayor of Miami-Dade County, responsible for one of America's most geostrategic airports: Miami International Airport (MIA), I am proud to join the House Aerospace Caucus," said Rep. Carlos Gimenez. "I look forward to working together, in a bipartisan manner, to strengthen our aerospace industry and strive to innovate so that America continues to be the undisputed industry leader in the world."

"Southern Arizona is a national leader in the aerospace industry, which provides jobs and revenue for our state, along with innovative transport and travel options for our future," said Rep. Raúl M. Grijalva. "Being part of the House Aerospace Caucus provides important perspectives on the industry's needs, its impact on our constituencies, and a collaborative space to develop policies that reflect the needs of both."

"The aerospace industry in South Carolina and in the Lowcountry is growing rapidly, but even so, it already supports over 136,000 jobs and has an economic impact of over $28 billion," said Rep. Nancy Mace. "Joining the House Aerospace Caucus is an important piece of Congressional efforts to protect and grow these investments into our state’s workforce and our country’s national security."

"The aerospace and defense industry is critical to our national security and economic strength, and I am proud to say Alabama is home to many of the 2.1 million Americans in the aerospace workforce," said Rep. Barry Moore. "I thank Rep. Estes for his leadership in organizing this caucus and look forward to working with him and my other colleagues to promote American aviation."

"I am so proud to represent part of Kansas's growing aviation, defense, and space industries in Congress," said Rep. Jake LaTurner. "I look forward to working with my colleagues on the House Aerospace Caucus, led by Rep. Ron Estes, to put forward legislative solutions that promote American aerospace excellence, strengthen our economy, help our workforce thrive, and bolster America's national security."

"I’m proud to continue to serve on the Congressional Aerospace Caucus,” said Rep. Jay Obernolte. “For generations, America has led the way in aerospace technology. California’s High Desert is the home of some of our nation’s most advanced flight testing and development, including at Mojave Airport and Edwards Air Force Base, and I am proud to continue to support efforts to keep America’s aerospace industry on the cutting edge of innovation.”

"From airports that bring tourists to our world-class theme parks to rocket launch sites that take us to new frontiers, the aerospace industry is the engine that propels Central Florida's economy and culture," said Rep. Darren Soto. "That is why I am proud to be a part of the House Aerospace Caucus for the 118th Congress. I look forward to addressing legislative issues impacting aerospace in Central Florida and across the country in a bipartisan manner while helping the aerospace industry reach new heights."