FROM THE OFFICE OF PUBLIC AFFAIRS

Treasury Secretary Paul O'Neill today announced that Pam Olson has joined the Department of the Treasury as Deputy Assistant Secretary for Tax Policy.

"Pam brings incredible tax code expertise to the Treasury," said O'Neill. "The President is determined that we cut taxes for every American quickly. Pam's experience means she's ready to hit the ground running. And that makes her a valuable asset to every American eagerly awaiting tax relief."

Olson is the immediate past Chair of the American Bar Association Section of Taxation. She was a partner at Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher, & Flom, LLP, prior to joining the Treasury Department. Before joining Skadden Arps, Olson spent 5 years in the Office of the Chief Counsel at the Internal Revenue Service. Olson is married to Grant Aldonas and has three children.