114th Congress
The Emerging Threats and Capabilities Subcommittee is responsible for overseeing counter-terrorism programs and initiatives and counter proliferation of weapons of mass destruction. Additionally, this subcommittee oversees U.S. Special Operations Forces, the Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency (DARPA), information technology and programs, force protection policy and oversight, and related intelligence support. It makes sure that our nation is protected against terrorist attacks and unconventional threats.
Members of the Subcommittee
Rep. Joe Wilson (SC) leads the Emerging Threats and Capabilities Subcommittee in the 114th Congress. Rep. Trent Franks (AZ) serves as Vice Chair. Rep. James R. Langevin (RI) serves as the Ranking Member.
CHAIRMAN
Joe Wilson South Carolina |
REPUBLICAN MEMBERS
John Kline Minnesota |
Trent Franks Arizona |
Bill Shuster Pennsylvania |
Doug Lamborn Colorado |
Duncan Hunter California |
Mo Brooks Alabama |
Richard Nugent Florida |
Bradley Byrne Alabama |
Ryan Zinke Montana |
Elise Stefanik New York |
RANKING MEMBER
James Langevin Rhode Island |
DEMOCRATIC MEMBERS
Jim Cooper Tennessee |
Donald Norcross New Jersey |
John Garamendi California |
Brad Ashford Nebraska |
Marc Veasey Texas |
Pete Aguilar California |