Crowfoot MP Kevin Sorenson has a new title.
As of Monday morning he has been named the Honourable Kevin Sorenson, Minister of State (Finance). Prime Minister Stephen Harper announced his cabinet shuffle on Monday morning. This is the first time Sorenson has been appointed a Cabinet Minster.
"Since our election in 2011 our Government has kept taxes low and put our finances on a sustainable path,” said the Prime Minister. "This fall, we will continue on with the work we have been doing on behalf of all Canadians.”
"These changes to the Ministry feature both younger Members of Parliament ready for new opportunities, and steady hands that will continue to deliver strong leadership in key portfolios. In particular, I am proud to welcome four new strong and capable women to the Cabinet table," Harper added.
Sorenson has represented Crowfoot since 2000, consistently garnering more than 80 per cent of the popular vote. The Killam, Alberta native has chaired important committees including The House of Commons Special Committee on the Canadian Mission in Afghanistan, Standing Committee on Foreign Affairs and International Development. Currently he is chair of the Standing Committee on Public Safety and National Security.
