Amador County – On Friday, Congressman Dan Lungren, member of the House Administration Committee and Representative for Amador County, was chosen to represent his Republican colleagues during the Electoral College vote on the House floor. “This historic vote, confirming the election of the 44th President of the United States, is an important part of the American democratic process. I am honored to be involved in today's ceremony,” Lungren said. Often misunderstood, the Electoral College was set by the Founding Fathers of the United States to accompany the popular vote. Although there are a small number of electors, this vote is just as important as the popular vote. The Electoral College, rather than the popular vote, has decided the election three times in our nation’s history. Congressman Dan Lungren also serves on the Judiciary, Homeland Security, Budget, and House Administration Committee. Staff Report