House Energy and Commerce Committee Chairman Fred Upton (R-MI) recently announced a shakeup in its Health Subcommittee, with the departure of Clay Alspach as chief counsel.
Alspach will be replaced by Paul Edattel, who is returning to the Energy and Commerce Committee after working for former House Speaker John Boehner.
Upton said Alspach was a dedicated worker for the committee.
“Clay Alspach’s a pro," Upton said. "He’s been a fierce advocate, and it’s bittersweet to see him go, as he’s been a part of the team since day one. We put a lot of points on the board under Clay’s tenure. Dozens of public health laws on the books ... 21st Century Cures went from an idea to overwhelmingly passing the House. Quite a record of success. I wish Clay, his wife Sarah and their three kids continued good fortune in this new chapter.”
Edattel should have no problem stepping into Alspach’s shoes as chief counsel for the Health Subcommittee, Upton said. As a longtime congressional staffer, Edattel is equipped with both the experience and passion for health care policy necessary for the position, Upton said.
“Paul is one of the brightest health policy minds on the Hill – a trait former Speaker Boehner recognized when he recruited Paul away from the committee,” Upton said. “Subcommittee Chairman Pitts and I are delighted he’s back in the foxhole with us… There’s much work left to do, especially getting 21st Century Cures across the finish line and passing mental health reform, and we’ve got the team that will deliver in 2016.”
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