Congressman Veasey Statement on U.S. Helsinki Commission Appointment

Washington, D.C.- Congressman Veasey (TX-33) today released the following statement on his recent appointment to the U.S. Helsinki Commission on Security and Cooperation in Europe for the 116th Congress:

"I'm honored to join eighteen of my colleagues, chosen from both parties and both chambers, as a commissioner for the U.S. Helsinki Commission," said Congressman Veasey. "Since 1976, the Helsinki Commission has provided a crucial voice for defending freedom, opportunity, and human rights across the world. I look forward to joining my colleagues to continue this work and ensure that the priorities important to my home state of Texas are represented on the international stage."

The U.S. Helsinki Commission is a government commission that promotes human rights, military security, and economic cooperation in 57 countries in Europe, Eurasia, and North America. Nine Commissioners are members of the Senate, nine are members of the House of Representatives, and three are executive branch officials. For more information, visit here.