Washington (CNN) Florida Republican Rep. Ted Yoho announced on Tuesday he will not seek another term, saying he will "pass the baton onto a new generation" and honoring his campaign promise not to serve more than four terms.

Yoho represents Florida's 3rd District and is serving his fourth term. He is a member of the House Foreign Affairs Committee , one of the committees that has participated in the impeachment inquiry into President Donald Trump and Ukraine.

"I ran on a pledge to serve four terms - eight years and come home," he said in a statement to supporters. "Many told me I was naive and they're probably right. I was told the district has changed three times and so the pledge isn't binding and I could rationalize that. However, I truly believe a person's word is their bond and should live up to their word. I also meant that after eight years I will come home and pass the baton onto a new generation. Now, I am doing that."

Yoho will continue to serve until his term expires in January 2021.