Linda Sánchez Announces Selection as Ranking Member on Ethics Committee (Jan. 28 2011)

Washington, D.C. – Today, Representative Linda T. Sánchez announced her selection as the next ranking member for the Committee on Standards of Official Conduct, replacing Representative Zoe Lofgren (D-CA). She released the following statement in response to her selection:

"All of us who serve in Congress are given this privilege by those who elect us. In return, it is our duty to conduct ourselves and our official business in accordance within strict rules, so that the public trust is not violated," said Rep. Linda T. Sánchez. "I recognize the important role this Committee plays in ensuring that the citizens' faith and confidence in their elected leaders is never in doubt. It is my goal to make certain that all who work in Congress do so in accordance with our system of rules, and that we remember that in order to protect and preserve our democracy, we must maintain these standards of conduct."

The Committee on Standards of Official Conduct provides advice and responds to questions from Members of Congress and staff regarding the laws, rules, and standards that govern their official conduct.

"The American people have placed their faith, confidence, and trust in the representatives they elect, and it is up to each Member of Congress to live up to the highest standards of ethical conduct," Leader Pelosi said. "Working with fellow Democrats devoted to integrity in public life, Congresswoman Sanchez will use her reputation for hard work, her dedication to fairness, and her willingness to take on tough tasks to ensure we uphold our commitment to ethics in the House."

Rep. Sánchez also serves on the Judiciary and Veterans' Affairs Committees.