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Sen. Terri Bryant announced she was named Senate Minority Spokesperson for the Senate Energy and Public Utilities Committee in a Feb. 1 news release.

“It’s an honor to take on the responsibility of being the Senate Republicans’ Minority Spokesperson for the Senate Energy and Public Utilities Committee, Bryant said. "It’s no secret that Illinois has faced several recent energy-related issues, whether that be rate hikes or potential power plant closures. I look forward to the Committee’s first meeting, so we can begin tackling these issues and ensure that our state’s energy policies benefit everyone who calls Illinois their home.” 

The Senate is expected to come together again on Feb. 7, and Bryant will assume the new duties of the Minority Spokesperson for the Senate Energy and Public Utilities Committee. 

In addition, she will be continuing duties as the Minority Spokesperson for the Senate Behavioral and Mental Health Committee. She will also serve as a member of the Agriculture, Appropriations-Education, and Education committees for the 103rd General Assembly.

According to Ballotpedia, the Senate Energy and Public Utilities Committee is a standing committee of the senate and explains how the members are appointed.

"The President appoints the chair, vice-chair, and remaining majority members, while the Minority Leader appoints the minority members. Committees are assigned at the start of each term.[1] A majority of appointed members make up a committee's quorum.[2] The President is not recognized as an "ex officio" member of any committee. "

Among Sen. Bryant are colleagues who also are happy to have her aboard including Illinois Senate Republican Leader John Curran (R-Downers Grove).

“We are proud to have Sen. Bryant as our Minority Spokesperson on Energy and Public Utilities,” Curran said. “Sen Bryant’s Southern Illinois district includes a broad portfolio of energy resources. Her comprehensive understanding of traditional and new energy sources, and the labor and expertise required to get them delivered, will be key in helping us craft policies to keep Illinois energy safe, reliable, and affordable.”