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Rep. Veasey Appointed to Congressional Caucus on Youth Sports

July 15, 2014

Veasey co-chairs caucus to promote child-centered focus in youth sports

Washington, DC – Today, Congressman Marc Veasey, TX-33, was recognized by founder and co-chairman of the Congressional Caucus on Youth Sports, Rep. Mike McIntyre, as a new member of the caucus at their Youth Sports Day event in Washington, D.C.

Veasey will join Reps. Jim Jordan, Ron Kind, and Patrick Meehan as co-chair of the caucus in the 114th Congress to promote healthy lifestyles for children and their families through sports.

"As a father and passionate advocate of physical activity in kids, I know that participation in group or individual sports offers a multitude of benefits that extends far beyond the court, field, or the arena," said Rep. Veasey. "I'm honored and privileged to become co-chair of the Congressional Caucus on Youth Sports and look forward to working with my colleagues for the protection and safety of our children: fighting obesity where we can, helping to promote physical activity and fitness, and supporting an all-around healthier lifestyle for our youth."

Washington, D.C.—Congressman McIntyre introduces Rep. Veasey as a new member of the Youth Sports Caucus (July 15, 2014)

Washington, D.C.—Members of the Congressional Caucus on Youth Sports, (From right: Reps. Marc Veasey, Ron Kind, Mike McIntyre, Patrick Meehan) join The National Council of Youth Sports (NCYS) to celebrate National Youth Sports Week in Washington (July 15, 2014)

Veasey's efforts to increase awareness for living a healthy, active lifestyle are highlighted in his dedication of May as "Health and Fitness Month." In May, Veasey participated in the ACLI Capital Challenge, hosted a Health and Fitness Expo, hosted a community walk, and brought together local health and fitness experts for a health fair in the DFW area. These activities support Veasey's new appointment to the Youth Sports Caucus and highlight his commitment to health and fitness.

The Congressional Youth Sports Caucus works to promote the values of sportsmanship, civility, respect, health, safety, fun, and physical activity among players, sports leaders, and parents. The goal of this caucus is to educate members of Congress, the media, and the public on the need to restore a child-centered focus in youth sports.