Today, Congressman Herb Conaway Jr., M.D., announced he has been appointed to the House Committee on Veteran Affairs and the House Committee on Small Business the 119th Congress. These committee appointments reflect the various priorities of his constituency in New Jersey’s 3rd Congressional District which includes 31,610 veterans and around 13,000 small businesses.

The Veterans’ Affairs Committee is responsible for ensuring that veterans receive the benefits, care, and recognition they deserve, this committee is crucial for addressing the needs of service members and their families. The Small Business Committee is focused on promoting entrepreneurship and supporting small business owners. This committee plays a key role in driving economic growth and innovation across the country.

“I am honored and proud to been appointed to the Veterans Affairs and Small Business Committees,” said Congressman Conaway. “These committees are critical to addressing key issues such as healthcare for veterans, access to capital, and economic development. I am eager to bring the voices and values of New Jersey’s 3rd Congressional District to the table during my time on these two historic committees.”

“Rep. Herb Conaway will be an outstanding member of the distinguished House Small Business and Veterans’ Affairs Committees in the 119th Congress, and his appointment to this prestigious committee is a true reflection of his exceptional talents and strong leadership in New Jersey and beyond. Over the course of the next two years, these committees will take up incredibly important work on behalf of the American people, and I look forward to seeing all Rep. Conaway accomplishes as we work together to seek common ground for the common good,” said Assistant Democratic Leader Joe Neguse.