“Anytime that we can put people back to work is a positive step in the right direction and will be something that can be supported across the nation.”

That’s newly elected Congressman, Jeff Landry.

He won’t take office in Washington for another two weeks but he’s already taking a stance on expanding jobs in energy.

The Congressman landed seats on two committees in the capital; one with Transportation and Infrastructure, the other with Natural Resources.

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