You might recall U.S. Sen. Bob Casey’s recent appointment to the powerful Senate Finance Committee.

Now Casey, D-Pa., has been appointed chairman of the panel’s Subcommittee on Fiscal Responsibility and Economic Growth.

U.S. Sen. Bob Casey/File photo

Here is his statement:

“I am honored to have the chance to serve as the chairman of the Senate Finance Subcommittee on Fiscal Responsibility and Economic Growth.

” We face no greater challenge than how we grow our economy and get our fiscal house in order. As a former Pennsylvania auditor general, I understand what is at stake for our commonwealth and the nation.

I look forward to the opportunity to work on a range of issues including responsible tax reform to spur innovation, create jobs and promote economic growth.”

– John Guerriero