Congressman Johnson Secures Seats on Judiciary and Transportation and Infrastructure Committees for 119th Congress

Johnson Re-Elected Top Democrat on Judiciary Subcommittee on Courts, Intellectual Property, Artificial Intelligence, and the Internet by His Peers

Washington, D.C. - Today, Congressman Hank Johnson (GA-04) announced that he will continue to serve as a senior member of the House Judiciary Committee and the Transportation and Infrastructure Committee for the 119^th Congress.

Congressman Johnson was re-elected by his peers as the ranking member of the Judiciary Subcommittee on Courts, Intellectual Property, Artificial Intelligence, and the Internet, which reflects an expanded focus on emerging technologies. He previously served as chairman of this subcommittee during the 116th and 117th Congresses and ranking member during the 118^th Congress.

"Serving on these committees is an immense privilege, and I remain steadfast in my commitment to fight for the people of Georgia's Fourth District," said Congressman Johnson. "Together with my Democratic colleagues, I am focused on lowering costs, creating better-paying jobs, improving public safety, and defending the rights and freedoms of all Americans."

Congressman Johnson added, "As ranking member of the Courts Subcommittee, I will also keep pushing for much-needed reforms to ensure our federal judiciary serves the public with integrity and fairness. I look forward to working collaboratively with Subcommittee Chairman Darrell Issa (R-CA) where our priorities align, but I won't shy away from holding the majority accountable."

In his 10th term, Congressman Johnson brings extensive experience to these assignments. On the Judiciary Committee, he has championed federal court reform, consumer protection, gun safety, criminal justice reform, and voting rights. In addition to his work on the Judiciary Committee,

Congressman Johnson will also serve as a senior member of the Transportation and Infrastructure Committee. His leadership is instrumental in shaping policies and providing investments to enhance America's critical infrastructure, including transportation networks connecting communities, supporting commerce, and promoting economic growth. Congressman Johnson's dedication to improving mass transit, aviation safety, and rebuilding infrastructure reflects a commitment to building a safer, more sustainable, and equitable future for all Georgians.

Metro Atlanta and Georgia stand to benefit from Congressman Johnson's seniority on these committees, which have jurisdiction over critical areas such as aviation, highways, railroads, public transit, and infrastructure modernization.

Subcommittee Assignments

On the House Judiciary Committee, Congressman Johnson will serve on the following subcommittees:

• Courts, Intellectual Property, Artificial Intelligence, and the Internet (Ranking Member)
• Administrative State, Regulatory Reform, and Antitrust
• Oversight

On the House Transportation and Infrastructure Committee, he will serve on the following subcommittees:

• Aviation
• Highways and Transit
• Railroads, Pipelines, and Hazardous Materials

These assignments position Congressman Johnson to continue advocating for meaningful investments and reforms that benefit Georgia's Fourth District and communities across the nation.

About Congressman Johnson:

Congressman Henry C. "Hank" Johnson, Jr. represents Georgia's 4th Congressional District, where he is a staunch advocate for civil rights, public safety, and economic justice. Learn more at hankjohnson.house.gov.