.RepScottPerry calls for 'different outcomes' in Freedom Caucus push for conference rules changes
Last week, the Freedom Caucus released a 54-page packet cautioning new lawmakers to lower their expectations for committee assignments and how much of a legislative impact they will have in their first term. Perry said he feels the incoming Congress should take a more bottom-up approach, noting key conservatives in the group have spoken to candidates about pushing for changes as they prepare to take office.“We've had great conversations, obviously, with candidates from across the board.
When Republicans last held power in the House, the Freedom Caucus was often seen as a thorn in leadership’s side, often using its bloc of votes to move legislation to the right and having played a key role in pushing former Speaker John Boehner to step down. The group is hoping to use its likely growing numbers to make an impact on how things function within the Capitol next year.
The caucus has laid out a list of demands, including changes to the Steering Committee; making it easier to vacate the chair, a mechanism used to oust a speaker of the House; and allowing for more amendments. “We don't have to do what's been done in the past, and what's been done in the past clearly is not working, and quite honestly, if we do win, they want to see different outcomes,” he continued.Perry said the main change the group would like to see is “a combination of anything that provides more participation by members,” with the Pennsylvania Republican adding that he believes decentralization of power and a return to regular order are critical.
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