Rep. Rich Named Vice-Chairman of Government Operations Committee

January 15, 2011 Uncategorized — admin @ 8:25 am

Representative Barrett Rich (R-Somerville) has been named Vice-Chairman of the House Government Operations Committee for the 107th General Assembly. Representative Rich, who was also elected by his colleagues to serve as Majority Whip, was also appointed to the Judiciary Committee. It is rare that a member of House Republican Leadership is also appointed to serve as a committee officer, but House Republican leaders noted they have confidence in Rich’s ability to lead.

“I am very honored to have been named Vice-Chairman of the Government Operations Committee,” said Rep. Rich. “I am committed to limited, efficient government, and this committee will be able to evaluate state government and make recommendations to make it better.”

The Government Operations Committee has several ongoing tasks. The committee is responsible for the periodic review of state agencies and of administrative rules and regulations. Any fundamental changes in the structure of state government must be reviewed by the Gov Op Committee. All legislation which creates, modifies, or terminates boards or commissions must be referred to this committee in addition to the original standing committee of reference.
Many bills referred to the House Judiciary Committee affect the civil law (including civil procedure, private and governmental civil liability, technical revisions in the Code); criminal law (including criminal procedure, criminal offenses and penalties, sentencing); property rights, estate law, wills, executors; law enforcement officers; courts (juvenile, municipal, state, personal courts); judges (compensation, expenses, retirement); judicial proceedings; reapportionment legislation. Many bills dealing with corrections and correctional facilities are referred to this committee.
Barrett Rich is serving his second term in the legislature. He represents District 94, which encompasses Fayette and part of Hardeman Counties.


	Home About Barrett Issues District 94 Contact Me Rep. Rich Named Vice-Chairman of Government Operations Committee January 15, 2011 Uncategorized — admin @ 8:25 am Representative Barrett Rich (R-Somerville) has been named Vice-Chairman of the House Government Operations Committee for the 107th General Assembly. Representative Rich, who was also elected by his colleagues to serve as Majority Whip, was also appointed to the Judiciary Committee. It is rare that a member of House Republican Leadership is also appointed to serve as a committee officer, but House Republican leaders noted they have confidence in Rich’s ability to lead. “I am very honored to have been named Vice-Chairman of the Government Operations Committee,” said Rep. Rich. “I am committed to limited, efficient government, and this committee will be able to evaluate state government and make recommendations to make it better.” The Government Operations Committee has several ongoing tasks. The committee is responsible for the periodic review of state agencies and of administrative rules and regulations. Any fundamental changes in the structure of state government must be reviewed by the Gov Op Committee. All legislation which creates, modifies, or terminates boards or commissions must be referred to this committee in addition to the original standing committee of reference. Many bills referred to the House Judiciary Committee affect the civil law (including civil procedure, private and governmental civil liability, technical revisions in the Code); criminal law (including criminal procedure, criminal offenses and penalties, sentencing); property rights, estate law, wills, executors; law enforcement officers; courts (juvenile, municipal, state, personal courts); judges (compensation, expenses, retirement); judicial proceedings; reapportionment legislation. Many bills dealing with corrections and correctional facilities are referred to this committee. Barrett Rich is serving his second term in the legislature. He represents District 94, which encompasses Fayette and part of Hardeman Counties. The American Conservative Union (ACU), the nation’s oldest and largest grassroots conservative organization, this week announced that State Representative Barrett Rich (R–Somerville) has been awarded the coveted ACU ‘Defender of Liberty’ award. The award, which is presented to those members of the Tennessee General Assembly who scored 100 percent on the ACU Tennessee 2013 State Legislative Rating, is the organization’s highest and most revered honor available to lawmakers. “I am truly humbled to be presented this award by the American Conservative Union,” said Representative Rich. “I am committed to working with my colleagues in the Tennessee General Assembly to lower taxes, cut government waste, and help create an environment in our state where businesses can grow and thrive. I am thankful for organizations like the ACU who recognize the work of our conservative Republican majority and look forward to advancing our shared Tennessee values even further in the coming weeks.” For more information on the American Conservative Union or to download the full Tennessee 2013 State Legislative Ratings Guide, please click here or visit their website at conservative.org. Barrett Rich serves as Chairman of the House Health Subcommittee. He is also a member of the House Criminal Justice Committee and House Ethics Committee. He represents District 94, which encompasses all of Fayette, McNairy, and a portion of Hardeman Counties. He can be reached by email at Rep.Barrett.Rich@capitol.tn.gov or by calling 1-800-449-8366, ext. 16890.