back January 6, 2005   Ryan Retains Seat on Ways and Means, Gains Spot on Budget Committee   With the finalization of several committee assignments this morning, First District Congressman Paul Ryan announced that he will keep a seat on the House Ways and Means Committee, while at the same time gaining a seat on the House Budget Committee.  Ryan will continue to serve on the Ways and Means Committee’s Subcommittee on Social Security.    “These committee assignments will allow me to work on many top priorities and issues that matter greatly to Wisconsinites, such as strengthening and improving Social Security for the long run, making health care more accessible and affordable, looking out for taxpayers’ money, and fighting for budget reform and a balanced budget,” Ryan said.  “I want to fully engage in the fight to control spending and this assignment on the Budget Committee helps me do just that.”    Since 2001, Ryan has served on the House Ways and Means Committee, which has jurisdiction over taxes, Social Security, and Medicare among other issues.  Prior to 2001, he served on the House Budget Committee (among others), which deals with budget and economic matters, but initially had to give up that seat upon becoming a member of the Ways and Means Committee.   Print Contact: Kate Matus (202) 226-7326