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Brian M.
Sowyrda
STAFF DIRECTOR — House Committee on Agriculture
Democratic Staff Director for the House Agriculture Committee (since February 2025), leading the committee's minority staff. Previously served as Director of External Affairs in the USDA Office of Congressional Relations (2023–2025). Prior Hill experience includes Chief of Staff for U.S. Rep. Yadira Caraveo (D-CO) and U.S. Rep. Xochitl Torres Small (D-NM). Held leadership roles at the Democratic Congressional Campaign Committee managing federal, state, and local campaigns. Experienced in strategic planning, legislative affairs, and agricultural policy.
Last year's salary
Calendar year 2025
Career tenure
4 roles tracked
Sponsored trips
$480 total
Career earnings
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Employment History
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Earlier career
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Sponsored Travel
1 trip · $480 combined disclosed value.