Amid departures to fill Trump administration posts and leadership contests for top party positions, a more subtle competition for one of the most powerful positions in Congress is underway.
The House Rules Committee is the chamber’s “traffic cop” which determines the manner in which legislation comes to the floor and what amendments can be offered, if any. Rep. Michael C. Burgess, R-Texas, did not seek reelection and will depart at the end of the 118th Congress.
Rep. Pete Sessions, R-Texas, who chaired Rules from 2013 through 2018, wants to reclaim the gavel, according to his staff, although there are at least four other contenders for the position, including three from the current Rules lineup.
