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Speaker Casada Names Representative Dan Howell Chairman Of House Transportation Committee

(NASHVILLE, Tenn.) — Tennessee House Speaker Glen Casada (R-Thompson’s Station) has named State Representative Dan Howell (R-Georgetown) Chairman of the House Transportation Committee.

The 11-person committee will be responsible for all laws pertaining to infrastructure. These include highways, bridges, railroads, air, bus, and vehicular transportation. Additionally, members will oversee rules and regulations related to highways, railroad, air, and waterway usage, as well as the Department of Safety.

“Representative Howell has done an incredible job building strong partnerships with our local leaders throughout Tennessee, which has played a critical role in helping our General Assembly identify and create innovative solutions to better address the unique needs of our citizens,” said Speaker Casada. “I know he will be an effective leader of the House Transportation Committee, and I appreciate his dedication to our state and his service.”

“I am humbled and honored to be appointed Chairman of the House Transportation Committee by Speaker Casada,” said Representative Howell. “Tennessee is experiencing economic growth and prosperity unlike any time we have ever seen before. It is critical that we work to ensure our infrastructure meets present day demands and continue to make improvements in this area in the years ahead. This will solidify the economic future of our state.”

Representative Howell will also serve as a member of the House Government Operations, and House Judiciary Committees, as well as the Civil Justice, Infrastructure, and Safety & Funding Subcommittees. Howell lives in Georgetown and represents Tennessee House District 22, which includes Meigs, Polk, and part of Bradley Counties.

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