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| https://mcmorris.house.gov/mcmorris-rodgers-statement-on-cash-act-vote/ | McMorris Rodgers Statement on CASH Act Vote | 2020-12-31 | 2020 | 2020-12 | Republican | House | WA | Cathy McMorris Rodgers | M001159 | mcmorris.house.gov | legacy | WASHINGTON, D.C. Eastern Washington Congresswoman Cathy McMorris Rodgers (WA-05) issued the following statement after voting on the CASH Act. This year, I have supported trillions in emergency relief and assistance for those hurt by the COVID-19 crisis and resulting economic shutdowns. That includes this month's bipartisan agreement with increased unemployment assistance, aid to farmers and ranchers, reimbursements for our health care providers, support for small businesses and their employees, and additional direct payments to Eastern Washington families, said McMorris Rodgers. Unfortunately, the CASH Act would add $464 billion to our national debt. I believe assistance should be more targeted. In addition, this bill failed to include the spending reductions that President Trump called for. As I've repeatedly urged Governor Inslee to do, the best and most effective way to help families and restore our way of life is to reopen our economy and safely get people back to work. That's what I am committed to. # # # | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| http://jhb.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=402050 | Herrera Beutlers Legislation to Strengthen Grid Security and Increase Energy Efficiency Signed into Law | 2020-12-30 | 2020 | 2020-12 | Republican | Senate | WA | Jaime Herrera Beutler | H001056 | jhb.house.gov | legacy | This week, the president signed into law two bipartisan bills led by Congresswoman Jaime Herrera Beutler to strengthen grid security and improve energy efficiency in Southwest Washington. The Better Energy Storage Technology (BEST) Act and Grid Modernization Research and Development Act were included in the funding package approved by the U.S. House of Representatives and the U.S. Senate. These energy solutions I'm leading tackle two important needs: improving security of our energy grid from cyberattacks and natural disasters, and improving the durability of our energy sources, Herrera Beutler said. I'm pleased that Congress has approved these two critical pieces of bipartisan legislation to increase the security, reliability, and affordability of energy for Southwest Washington residents, which will help lead our region to a more secure energy future. Details on Herrera Beutler's legislation: Grid Modernization Research and Development Act, H.R. 5428. Refines and expands research and development programs aimed at increasing reliability and security of the grid. It also extends the Smart Grid Regional Demonstration initiative and authorizes a research, development, and demonstration program focused on: Enhancing grid resilience and emergency response; and Designing and developing advanced controls, operations, monitoring and visualization tools for the grid BEST Act, H.R. 2986. Authorizes the Department of Energy to establish a grid-scale storage research, development, and demonstration (RD&D) program to advance energy storage technologies and creates specific objectives for energy RD&D projects, and bolsters research with federal agencies and national labs. | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://mcmorris.house.gov/mcmorris-rodgers-names-senior-staff-for-energy-and-commerce-committee/ | McMorris Rodgers Names Senior Staff for Energy and Commerce Committee | 2020-12-30 | 2020 | 2020-12 | Republican | House | WA | Cathy McMorris Rodgers | M001159 | mcmorris.house.gov | legacy | Washington, D.C. Congresswoman Cathy McMorris Rodgers (R-WA), incoming Republican Leader of the House Energy and Commerce Committee, today announced senior staff for the Committee. Additional staff announcements will be made in the coming days. The Energy and Commerce Committee is at the very center of our mission for America to win the future. I'm excited to announce members of my senior staff who are uniquely qualified to support this mission, said McMorris Rodgers. They are top-notch talents who have invaluable expertise. I'm grateful for their service and commitment to embracing value-based leadership on the Energy and Commerce Committee so every member shines and delivers results to restore, rebuild, and renew the American Dream. On the House Energy and Commerce Committee, the following staff will serve under Republican Staff Director Nate Hodson. Sarah Rogers Burke Deputy Staff Director Sarah Rogers Burke is returning to the McMorris Rodgers team after serving as Rep. Jason Smith's Deputy Chief of Staff for two years. She previously served under McMorris Rodgers as the Director of Member Services during her tenure as House Republican Conference Chair. Burke's experience also includes working for multiple Members of Congress, in the private sector, and on the Romney Ryan 2012 Presidential Campaign. Michael Taggart Policy Director Michael Taggart has served as McMorris Rodgers's Legislative Director since 2019. As Policy Director, he will be a senior advisor on policy and strategy, manage the subcommittees, and develop the legislative agenda for Energy and Commerce Republicans. Taggart previously served as Legislative Director to former E&C member Rep. Leonard Lance (R-NJ). Olivia Hnat Communications Director Olivia Hnat has served as McMorris Rodgers's Deputy Chief of Staff since 2019. Hnat was National Press Secretary for McMorris Rodgers when she chaired the House Republican Conference. She is a former spokesperson for Speaker John Boehner and Communications Director for Rep. Patrick Tiberi (R-OH).… | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| http://jhb.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=402048 | Herrera Beutler-Led Measure to Provide Hardship Waivers for Unemployed Workers Signed into Law | 2020-12-29 | 2020 | 2020-12 | Republican | Senate | WA | Jaime Herrera Beutler | H001056 | jhb.house.gov | legacy | This week, the president signed into law COVID relief legislation that included a Congresswoman Jaime Herrera Beutler led bipartisan measure to issue hardship waivers for congressionally-approved Pandemic Unemployment Assistance (PUA) overpayments by state unemployment agencies. With Herrera Beutler's bill now law, states may waive PUA overpayments when the individual receiving the jobless benefits is not at fault and in which the collection of overpayments would create further financial harm. Folks who are already struggling to make ends meet should not find themselves in debt or have paychecks garnishedbecause of Washington's Employment Security Department's own mistakes in issuing unemployment benefits, Herrera Beutler said. I'm pleased this legislative effort to give struggling residents relief from this type of financial burden is now law and I will keep working to assist Southwest Washington citizens with unemployment benefits however I can. | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| http://jhb.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=402049 | Herrera Beutlers Columbia River Infrastructure Projects Signed into Law | 2020-12-29 | 2020 | 2020-12 | Republican | Senate | WA | Jaime Herrera Beutler | H001056 | jhb.house.gov | legacy | This week, the president signed into law the Water Resources Development Act of 2020 (WRDA) that included a Congresswoman Jaime Herrera Beutler-authored provision to construct a turning basin navigation improvement project in the Columbia River. Herrera Beutler's provision will authorize the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers to conduct the necessary feasibility study of establishing a turning basin on the Lower Martin Bar near Kalama, as well as the improvement of two turning basins near Longview and Vancouver. The addition of the turning basin near the Lower Martin Bar and improvements of the two existing turning basins will increase cargo volume capacity and spur economic development in the region. The Columbia River supports millions of tons of cargo each year and thousands of local jobs, which is why it's important to invest in and upgrade the river's infrastructure. I was pleased to help champion the construction of the Kalama turning basin which is going to support those vital jobs, and I'm pleased this infrastructure bill I helped shape has now been signed into law, said Herrera Beutler. The Port of Kalama appreciates the determined efforts by Congresswoman Herrera Beutler and our Senators to include the Columbia River Turning Basin language in the WRDA legislation.The Lower Martin Turning Basin is an important Columbia River asset to the Port of Kalama as well as all commercial traffic on the river, said Mark Wilson, Executive Director of the Port of Kalama. "Establishing a new federal turning basin near Kalama and improving the existing turning basins near Longview and Vancouver will enable more efficient operations for our lower Columbia River ports and terminals, making them even more productive gateways for U.S. goods headed overseas. We appreciate Congresswoman Herrera Beutler's continued leadership on these projects, which are so important to our trade competitiveness and our regional and national economy, said Kristin Meira, Executive Director of Pacific Northwest Waterways Association (PNWA). The… | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://newhouse.house.gov/media-center/weekly-columns-and-op-eds/column-looking-forward-safe-and-joyous-new-year | COLUMN: Looking Forward to a Safe and Joyous New Year | 2020-12-28 | 2020 | 2020-12 | Republican | House | WA | Dan Newhouse | N000189 | newhouse.house.gov | legacy | Throughout the past year, I have written a lot about how I have witnessed Central Washington come together in times of crisis. The challenges of a global pandemic are certainly unprecedented, but individuals, families, healthcare providers, and local businesses have stepped up to the plate to provide support for our communities. The resiliency of our district is inspiring, and while we still have challenges to overcome, I am confident that our nation will defeat this virus. But I hear you: Our government must be responsive to the needs of the people, and I am doing my part. Assisting Central Washingtonians who need help navigating our federal agencies is one of the most important parts of my job as a U.S. Representative. The gravity of this duty is not lost on me, especially during difficult times. This year alone, my staff and I have worked diligently to return nearly $4 million to individuals and families throughout our district and assist hundreds more with small business grants, Social Security claims, and veterans' benefits. In a normal year, I look forward to hosting events to help seniors and veterans identify resources and benefits or to connect job seekers with employers. My staff looks forward to hosting Mobile Office Hours across Central Washington to meet one-on-one and face-to-face with constituents throughout our district. Not surprisingly, the circumstances of the pandemic required us to adjust our way of doing things. While I maintain that nothing can replace in-person interactions, I am grateful for the expansion of technology that allowed us to stay connected. Telephone town halls, conference calls, and virtual meetings provided an opportunity for me to keep in touch and continue learning how I can best represent you in Congress. Stay-at-home orders and economic lockdowns have changed the way we live, work, learn, and even communicate with one another. Local businesses are hanging on by a thread, and individuals are struggling. My office received tens of thousands of letters, phone calls, and em… | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://newhouse.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/newhouse-led-effort-modernize-water-supply-infrastructure-included-year | Newhouse-Led Effort to Modernize Water Supply Infrastructure Included in Year-End Spending Package | 2020-12-22 | 2020 | 2020-12 | Republican | Senate | WA | Dan Newhouse | N000189 | newhouse.house.gov | legacy | WASHINGTON, D.C. The end-of-year spending package passed by both Chambers of Congress on December 21, included ground-breaking provisions Rep. Dan Newhouse (R-WA) introduced to maintain and update critical Bureau of Reclamation (BOR) water supply infrastructure projects across the rural West. The provisions establish a first-of-its-kind Aging Infrastructure Account to provide stability and flexibility for local water managers who maintain and operate federal BOR water infrastructure. Rep. Newhouse released the following statement: I introduced the Water Supply Infrastructure Rehabilitation and Utilization Act to ensure federal water supply infrastructure, like irrigation canals and dams, remain functional and efficient for the families, communities, and huge sectors of our economy across the West that depend on these critical Bureau of Reclamation projects, said Rep. Newhouse. The creation of an Aging Infrastructure Account demonstrates the federal government's commitment to modernizing and updating our nation's crumbling water supply infrastructure. This is a huge win for communities like ours in rural Central Washington that rely on this infrastructure for our way of life. Rep. Newhouse was recently elected Chairman of the Congressional Western Caucus for the 117th Congress, with modernization of aging water infrastructure in the West serving as a key pillar of his platform. The inclusion of these provisions is a demonstration of his effective advocacy and leadership in securing these substantive improvements for rural communities. "The National Water Resources Association thanks Congress for including water infrastructure legislation in the Consolidated Appropriations Act. We are especially grateful for the inclusion of Representative Newhouse'sWater Supply Infrastructure Rehabilitation and Utilization Act. As the incoming Chairman of the Congressional Western Caucus, Representative Newhouse successfully advocated for the incorporation of language which will improve western water infrastructure and protect t… | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://newhouse.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/newhouse-legislation-provide-tax-relief-small-businesses-using-ppp-funds | Newhouse Legislation to Provide Tax Relief to Small Businesses Using PPP Funds Included in Relief Package | 2020-12-22 | 2020 | 2020-12 | Republican | Senate | WA | Dan Newhouse | N000189 | newhouse.house.gov | legacy | WASHINGTON, D.C. Rep. Dan Newhouse (R-WA) released the following statement after voting to support the Senate Amendment to H.R. 133, the Consolidated Appropriations Act, which included the language of his legislation, H.R. 6884, the FIRST Act: The Paycheck Protection Program has served as a lifeline for small businesses throughout Central Washington and across the country, but business owners have expressed unease about the unintended tax consequences of this historic program, said Rep. Newhouse. This relief package includes language of a bill I introduced the FIRST Act that will ease these concerns by allowing businesses to continue taking tax deductions for ordinary business expenses. These funds were intended to help business owners, not tie their hands when they go to file their taxes for 2020. I am proud to have worked to include these clarifying provisions in the final bill. In May, Rep. Newhouse introduced the FIRST Act to reiterate congressional intent of the Paycheck Protection Program (PPP), allowing business owners who utilize PPP funds to continue to take tax deductions for ordinary business expenses. The National Federation of Independent Businesses (NFIB) praised the inclusion of the FIRST Act and Rep. Newhouse's leadership on behalf of small businesses: The Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) provided vital financial assistance to 107,660 Washingtonian small businesses. Unfortunately, IRS guidance limited the benefit of the PPP by prohibiting the deductibility of forgiven expenses. Congressman Newhouse stood up for small businesses and pressed for Congressional action to ensure struggling businesses would avoid surprise tax increases as they try to emerge from the pandemic. As a result of this advocacy, today's legislation clarifies that forgiven PPP expenses are deductible saving already-strained small businesses from an unexpected tax bill. NFIB appreciates Congressman Newhouse's continued leadership to protect small businesses. Kevin Kuhlman, Vice President of Federal Government Relations, NFIB | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| http://jhb.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=402047 | Jaime Herrera Beutler Helps Finalize COVID Relief for Southwest Washington Families, Small Businesses | 2020-12-21 | 2020 | 2020-12 | Republican | Senate | WA | Jaime Herrera Beutler | H001056 | jhb.house.gov | legacy | Congresswoman Jaime Herrera Beutler (WA-03) today applauded the final agreement on a COVID relief package. The U.S. House of Representatives is expected to approve the deal later today, and quick Senate passage is also anticipated. With so many Americans out of work, small businesses on the brink of permanent closure, and families struggling to make ends meet, I'm relieved to have helped Congress reach agreement on another COVID relief package that will provide immediate aid to individuals and communities.I've been tirelessly working to get this relief to those who need it, both by developing the framework for the agreement with the bipartisan Problem Solvers Caucus and keeping the pressure on Democrat leadership with a discharge petition to circumvent D.C. gridlock and pass a small business relief bill. This relief should have been delivered to the American people months ago. Nevertheless, residents will benefit immensely from additional forgivable Paycheck Protection Program loans that have been small business lifelines, an unemployment insurance extension, direct cash payments, assistance for our frontline health care providers, and funding for more readily available COVID vaccines and testing. I remain confident that America will get through this crisis and thrive on the other side, and I'm going to continue doing everything I can to maintain the bridge to get us there, Herrera Beutler said. COVID relief legislation highlights: $284.5 billion to reopen and strengthen the Paycheck Protection Program for first-and second-time borrowers Federal unemployment benefits of $300 per week, for up to 10 weeks, for the period of December 26, 2020 March 14, 2021 $600 Economic Impact Payments for adults and dependents $82 billion for schools and universities to assist with reopening for safe in-person learning $10 billion for grants to childcare centers to help providers safely reopen $68 billion for vaccine purchase, distribution, testing, and existing provider relief fund | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://mcmorris.house.gov/mcmorris-rodgers-statement-on-consolidated-appropriations-act/ | McMorris Rodgers Statement on Consolidated Appropriations Act | 2020-12-21 | 2020 | 2020-12 | Republican | House | WA | Cathy McMorris Rodgers | M001159 | mcmorris.house.gov | legacy | WASHINGTON, D.C. Eastern Washington Congresswoman Cathy McMorris Rodgers (WA-05) issued the following statement after voting in favor of the Consolidated Appropriations Act to fund the government and secure additional resources in response to the COVID-19 pandemic. In this agreement, Republicans pushed back against frivolous spending while making sure American families and small business owners are taken care of. To help those hurt by the pandemic, the COVID-19 relief effort will send checks directly to families in Eastern Washington, increase unemployment benefits for those who have lost their jobs, support farmers and ranchers, and extend the PPP program for small businesses owners all throughout America, said McMorris Rodgers. I was also proud to secure wins for Eastern Washington in this omnibus bill, including extending the Teaching Health Center program for three years, passing my American COMPETE Act to promote American leadership against China in emerging tech, securing a pay raise for our troops, fully funding the Payment in Lieu of Taxes (PILT) program, and extending the Water Resources Development Act to support our ports and river system. This package isn't perfect, but it's important we took action, after months of partisan delays, to provide relief to Eastern Washington families. Read a summary of the COVID Relief package by clicking here. Read a summary of the Omnibus funding bill by clicking here. # # # | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://newhouse.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/newhouse-reacts-passage-omnibus-spending-bill-and-covid-19-relief | Newhouse Reacts to Passage of Omnibus Spending Bill and COVID-19 Relief Package | 2020-12-21 | 2020 | 2020-12 | Republican | Senate | WA | Dan Newhouse | N000189 | newhouse.house.gov | legacy | WASHINGTON, D.C. Today, Rep. Dan Newhouse (R-WA) released the following statement after voting to support the Senate Amendment to H.R. 133, the Consolidated Appropriations Act, to fund the federal government through Fiscal Year 2021 and provide additional COVID-19 relief to Central Washington communities: This funding package includes a number of priorities for Central Washington from strengthening our world-class agricultural industry and water supply infrastructure to supporting energy innovation at the Pacific Northwest National Laboratory and ensuring the cleanup efforts at Hanford continue in a timely manner, said Rep. Newhouse. After months of refusing to negotiate, Speaker Pelosi and House Democrats stopped withholding critical COVID-19 relief, and I am proud to have finally delivered additional relief to families, workers, and businesses throughout our district. This long overdue package does not address all of our concerns, but it makes significant progress to help our communities recover from this pandemic, reopen our society, and rebuild our way of life. The full text of the funding bill can be found here. | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://newhouse.house.gov/media-center/weekly-columns-and-op-eds/column-celebrating-spirit-christmas | COLUMN: Celebrating the Spirit of Christmas | 2020-12-21 | 2020 | 2020-12 | Republican | House | WA | Dan Newhouse | N000189 | newhouse.house.gov | legacy | As we enter the 10th month of the COVID-19 crisis, I find myself looking forward to this Christmas season. Festivities and celebrations will undoubtedly look different, and some traditions and customary gatherings may not be feasible this year but holiday spirit is just as important as ever. As it is for most Christians, Christmas time is a sacred and special time for my family because it is a time to celebrate the birth of Christ and the salvation of humanity. It is a time of hope and faith, community and family, and kindness and generosity. I am reminded of the words that the angel spoke to the shepherds on the night of Jesus' birth: Fear not: for, behold, I bring you good tidings of great joy, which shall be to all people. For unto you is born this day in the city of David a Saviour, which is Christ the Lord. Unfortunately, for too many of our neighbors, the good tidings and great joy will be replaced with anxiety and worries about putting food on the table. Food insecurity poses a particularly disheartening challenge for many families, especially at this time of year when budgets are tight and expenses are high. What's more, under the growing strain of the pandemic's economic shutdowns, an estimated one in six Americans are predicted to face hunger at some point this year. Food banks help meet the basic needs of millions of Americans each year, but they are subjected to increased pressures and experience heightened demand and shortages around the holidays. One of many inspiring qualities that Central Washingtonians possess is their sense of community, responsibility, and the willingness to rise to a challenge when presented with one. Our region is home to countless farmers, ranchers, and other producers who are ready and eager to help meet the needs of others by donating their products to food banks and other food distribution services. Frustratingly, current policies create unnecessary barriers between the food our producers grow and distribution to those who need it. To help address this problem, I introdu… | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://newhouse.house.gov/media-center/weekly-columns-and-op-eds/op-ed-defense-our-constitution | Op-ed: In defense of our Constitution | 2020-12-20 | 2020 | 2020-12 | Republican | House | WA | Dan Newhouse | N000189 | newhouse.house.gov | legacy | Originally published in the Yakima Herald-Republic on December 20, 2020 A December 16 article in the Yakima Herald-Republic states that I am repeating unspecified concerns about the legitimacy of the 2020 presidential election. This is simply not true, and frankly I take offense to the allegation that, as a U.S. Representative, I would sign my name to a legal document without legitimate reasoning. These unspecified concerns refer to an amicus brief I joined 125 of my colleagues in filing in support of a Supreme Court case, Texas v. Pennsylvania. The brief described several areas of concern specifically about the processes by which several state election officials administered the balloting process while encouraging the Supreme Court to examine the situation further and provide appropriate remedy where necessary. Here are the specific issues outlined state-by-state: In Pennsylvania, the Secretary of State ignored a statutory requirement for signature verification of ballots without approval by the state legislature. In Georgia, election officials altered a tabulation procedure so that statutory requirements for signature verification of absentee ballots were not followed. In Michigan, the Secretary of State violated statutory requirements that local election officials be the ones to distribute absentee ballots. In Wisconsin, the Elections Commission violated a statutory prohibition against drop boxes, placing hundreds of them around the state. Article II, Section 1, Clause 2 of the U.S. Constitution clearly states that state legislatures are responsible for establishing the manner by which presidential electors are selected. In these four states, it was Secretaries of State or election boards, not legislatures, that approved these critical components of the state's election system. While media outlets like the Herald-Republic may label these concerns unfounded, it is clear why this rightfully spurred constitutional concerns. In fact, as I write this, the U.S. Senate is conducting a hearing to discuss elect… | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://mcmorris.house.gov/my-votes-week-of-december-14th/ | My Votes – Week of December 14th | 2020-12-18 | 2020 | 2020-12 | Republican | House | WA | Cathy McMorris Rodgers | M001159 | mcmorris.house.gov | legacy | Result and Date Bill # Bill Title My Vote What it means for you and your family 12/16/2020 PASSED 380-0 S. 2216 TEAM Veteran Caregivers Act YES This bill would require the VA to report to Congress on the feasibility and advisability of formally recognizing all veterans' caregivers by identifying them in the electronic health record (EHR) of the veteran. It would also require notifications be sent to certain approved and potential caregivers under the VA's Family Caregivers Program regarding all decisions affecting assistance. 12/17/2020 PASSED 387-5 H.R. 3250 Julius Rosenwald and the Rosenwald Schools Act of 2020 YES This bill directs the Department of the Interior to study the sites associated with the life and legacy of Julius Rosenwald, a part owner and President of Sears, Roebuck and Company and a noted philanthropist who helped finance construction of 5,357 schools in 15 southern states between 1912 and 1932. The study shall include a special emphasis on specified sites, including certain Rosenwald Schools. In conducting such study, Interior shall evaluate the national significance of the sites; and determine the suitability and feasibility of designating the sites as a unit of the National Park System, including an interpretive center in or near Chicago, Illinois. 12/18/2020 PASSED 386-1 S. 979 Federal Advance Contracts Enhancement Act YES This legislation amends the Post-Katrina Emergency Management Reform Act of 2006 to incorporate the recommendations made by the Government Accountability Office relating to advance contracts. 12/18/2020 PASSED 320-60 H.J. Res. 107 Making further continuing appropriations for fiscal year 2020, and for other purposes YES This joint resolution provides continuing FY2021 appropriations to federal agencies through December 20, 2020. It is known as a continuing resolution (CR) and prevented a government shutdown that would have otherwise occur if the FY2021 appropriations bills have not been enacted when the existing CR expired on December 18, 2020. 12/18/2020 PASSED 329-65 H.J… | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| http://jhb.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=402046 | Reps. Jaime Herrera Beutler, Katie Porter Introduce Organ Transplant Legislation | 2020-12-16 | 2020 | 2020-12 | Republican | Senate | WA | Jaime Herrera Beutler | H001056 | jhb.house.gov | legacy | U.S. Representatives Jaime Herrera Beutler (WA-03) and Katie Porter (CA-45) today introduced the Charlotte Woodward Organ Transplant Discrimination Prevention Act, which will prohibit using an individual's physical or mental disability as the sole basis of determining their eligibility for an organ transplant. The legislation, named after Charlotte Woodward, a vocal advocate against discrimination who has Down syndrome and received a heart transplant in 2012, helps clarify that doctors, hospitals, transplant centers and other health care providers are prohibited from denying access to necessary organ transplants solely on the basis of a qualified individual's disability. There are misconceptions that people with disabilities can't manage the treatment needed after an organ transplant or wouldn't benefit from such an operation and those claims are simply not true, Herrera Beutler said. Charlotte Woodward is a wonderful woman with Down syndrome who is also the namesake for this legislative solution. Charlotte has been sharing her experience of successfully receiving and managing a heart transplant in order to put an end to this discrimination and help more people receive the life-saving gift of organ donation.I'm proud to introduce legislation with my colleague, Rep. Katie Porter, to ensure that people with disabilities aren't turned away when they're in need of life-saving organ transplant. Too often, discrimination stops Americans with disabilities from getting the lifesaving organ transplants they need, Porter said. I'm proud to partner with Congresswoman Herrera Beutler on critical legislation that bars healthcare providers from denying necessary transplants solely because an individual has a disability. These protections for Americans with disabilities and their families will save lives. As one of the very few people in the world with Down syndrome who has had the opportunity to receive a lifesaving heart transplant, I am so very, very grateful that people with disabilities will have the same opportunit… | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://mcmorris.house.gov/mcmorris-rodgers-statement-on-the-presidential-election/ | McMorris Rodgers Statement on the Presidential Election | 2020-12-15 | 2020 | 2020-12 | Republican | House | WA | Cathy McMorris Rodgers | M001159 | mcmorris.house.gov | legacy | WASHINGTON, D.C. Eastern Washington Congresswoman Cathy McMorris Rodgers (WA-05) issued the following statement after the Electoral College voted to elect Joe Biden as President of the United States: I want to thank President Trump for four years of strong leadership for our country. Even this week, we are seeing the results of his vision with the approval and distribution of a COVID-19 vaccine far more quickly than experts said was possible. I also want to congratulate former U.S. Senator and Vice President Joe Biden on his election as President of the United States, said McMorris Rodgers. While we may disagree, particularly on issues like Medicare for All and the Green New Deal, my goal is to find common ground when possible to get results for people in Eastern Washington. I will also be committed to holding the Biden administration accountable to protect life and free speech, fight for freedom, and to ensure we renew, rebuild, and restore the American Dream. It takes each one of us doing our part to build a more perfect union. # # # | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| http://jhb.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=402045 | Herrera Beutler Presses for Addition of Commuter Representatives to I-5 Bridge Replacement Process | 2020-12-14 | 2020 | 2020-12 | Republican | Senate | WA | Jaime Herrera Beutler | H001056 | jhb.house.gov | legacy | Congresswoman Jaime Herrera Beutler (WA-03) today formally called on I-5 bridge replacement project leaders to extend a December 18 deadline for applications to its advisory groups and create commuter representative positions to ensure the project meets the needs of the people who will actually use the bridge on a regular basis. In a letter to Washington State Department of Transportation Secretary Roger Millar and Interstate Bridge Replacement Project Administrator Greg Johnson, Herrera Beutler shares a growing concern from Southwest Washington residents that the current process is repeating fundamental mistakes made by the failed Columbia River Crossing project. bring to the process now citizens who will give blunt and honest feedback about mass transit, tolling, lane capacity, and costs, Herrera Beutler wrote. There is no value to commuter representatives in name only who are polite, quiet, and don't raise objections on these issues. Consider giving a formal role to the engaged critics and citizen watchdogs of the CRC project. Invite the messy and honest conversations now. Highlight their feedback, rather than burying it in the footnotes of a report. Most importantly, listen to and heed what these people have to say. The full text of the letter follows, and a PDF is available here. Dear Secretary Millar and Administrator Johnson, I want to first of all thank you for briefing me on the I-5 bridge replacement process last week. Through our discussions to date, you've demonstrated a sincere commitment to an improved I-5 bridge across the Columbia River. I want to reiterate a point we discussed that I believe would aid this process and alleviate a growing concern being expressed to me by our communities that not enough is being done to ensure that this process will avoid the pitfalls that ultimately doomed the Columbia River Crossing (CRC). I implore you to add a Commuter Representative Advisory Group to your community engagement organization that will provide honest and direct input on behalf of dail… | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://newhouse.house.gov/media-center/weekly-columns-and-op-eds/column-it-time-secure-updated-columbia-river-treaty | COLUMN: It is Time to Secure an Updated Columbia River Treaty | 2020-12-14 | 2020 | 2020-12 | Republican | Senate | WA | Dan Newhouse | N000189 | newhouse.house.gov | legacy | Without the systems and infrastructure we have built to harness the power of the mighty Columbia River, the Pacific Northwest as we know it would cease to exist. Dams along the Columbia provide countless benefits to our communities from reliable, affordable electricity and flood control to irrigation, navigable waterways, and a clean energy grid second to none in the country. We must continue to work collaboratively with our neighboring states and Canada to ensure we can responsibly reap these benefits while caring for our environment and natural ecosystems. That is why the United States and Canada entered into the Columbia River Treaty in 1961. Millions of people on both sides of the border have an interest in maintaining a strong agreement, but outdated provisions particularly those relating to commercial and power coordination have caused great concern for homeowners, businesses, and ratepayers in our district and the surrounding region who are being treated unfairly. The Treaty in its current form is punishing ratepayers in the Northwest. Current market rates are forcing us to pay Canada for benefits far in excess of the value provided to the United States. Ratepayers on our side of the border are currently required to overpay Canada by approximately $200 million per year according to the Treaty's provisions, costing some households in Central Washington as much as $500 per year. When the Treaty was first signed, we didn't have nearly the same technological capabilities we do today. Scientific innovation aimed at improving power generation and increasing fish passage through our dams much of which is happening right here in Central Washington has advanced our ability to make our region a literal powerhouse for clean and affordable energy. Continuing to operate under this decades-old agreement while ignoring these advancements is doing all entities a disservice, but it is particularly harmful to those of us in the United States who are sending millions of dollars to Canada annually while receiving little … | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://mcmorris.house.gov/my-votes-week-of-december-7th/ | My Votes – Week of December 7th | 2020-12-11 | 2020 | 2020-12 | Republican | House | WA | Cathy McMorris Rodgers | M001159 | mcmorris.house.gov | legacy | Result and Date Bill # Bill Title My Vote What it means for you and your family 12/7/2020 PASSED 386-3-1 H.Res. 512 Calling for the global repeal of blasphemy, heresy, and apostasy laws YES This resolution calls on the President and the Department of State to make the repeal of blasphemy, heresy, and apostasy laws a priority in bilateral relationships between the United States and countries that have such laws; designate countries that enforce such laws as countries of particular concern for religious freedom; and oppose efforts by the United Nations to implement an international anti-blasphemy norm. The resolution also calls on the governments of countries that enforce such laws to amend or repeal them and to release anyone imprisoned pursuant to them. 12/7/2020 PASSED 388-6 S. 461 HBCU PARTNERS Act YES This important legislation addresses the capacity of historically Black colleges and universities (HBCUs) to participate in federal programs. Specifically, the bill requires certain agencies to submit annual plans for strengthening the capacity of HBCUs to participate in federal programs. Among other things, the plans must establish how the agencies intend to increase the capacity of HBCUs to compete effectively for grants, contracts, or cooperative agreements. 12/8/2020 PASSED 400-1 H.R. 8354 Servicemembers and Veterans Initiative Act of 2020 YES Establishes the Servicemembers and Veterans Initiative within the Civil Rights Division of the Department of Justice. The initiative will serve as legal and policy advisor on DOJ's efforts to enforce criminal and civil laws that impact service members, veterans, and their families; develop policy recommendations for improved enforcement of federal law to support service members, veterans, and their families; serve as the liaison and point of contact between DOJ and the military departments; provide counsel for the Office of Justice Programs to ensure that funding decisions take into account service members, veterans, and their families; and enforce federal laws that pro… | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://newhouse.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/newhouse-names-tri-cities-students-winners-2020-congressional-app | Newhouse Names Tri-Cities Students as Winners of 2020 Congressional App Challenge | 2020-12-10 | 2020 | 2020-12 | Republican | Senate | WA | Dan Newhouse | N000189 | newhouse.house.gov | legacy | WASHINGTON, D.C. Today, Rep. Dan Newhouse (R-WA) named four Kennewick students as the winners of the 2020 Central Washington Congressional App Challenge, an app-designing competition for K-12 students. Brianna Simpson of Richland High School, Conner Anderson of Chiawana High School, Taran Zorn of Kamiakin High School, and Erika Gaskins of Southridge High School worked as a team to design the winning app, Llama Trauma. All four students are seniors attending the Tri-Tech Skills Center, a cooperative program that provides students with technical and professional skills training they might not receive in conventional high schools. Their app puts the user in the role of a scarecrow tasked with protecting crops being grown for a food bank from hungry llamas. The students designed the app to draw attention to the growing problem of food insecurity in the United States and encourage Americans to donate to their local food banks.You can see a preview of the app by clicking here. Congratulations to Brianna, Conner, Taran, and Erika on their winning app, Llama Trauma,said Rep. Newhouse.I am impressed by their creativity and ability to highlight the important topic of food security. Designing an app during a pandemic posed an additional obstacle, and these students went above and beyond to design a successful app in a remote learning environment. I am encouraged that Central Washington's students will be among the next generation of this country's top innovators, and I wish Brianna, Conner, Taran, and Erika future success. The winning students will receive a mentoring session from scientists at Pacific Northwest National Laboratory to further develop their skills, in addition to a credit from Southwest Airlines. The winning app will be featured on a video display in the U.S. Capitol building, as well as House.gov and theCongressional App Challenge website. Background: The Congressional App Challenge (CAC) was created because Congress recognized that Science, Technology, Engineering and Math (STEM) education skills are essen… | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://newhouse.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/bipartisan-nw-lawmakers-president-trump-terminate-columbia-river-treaty | Bipartisan NW Lawmakers to President Trump: Terminate Columbia River Treaty Power Provisions to Benefit U.S. Ratepayers | 2020-12-09 | 2020 | 2020-12 | Republican | Senate | WA | Dan Newhouse | N000189 | newhouse.house.gov | legacy | WASHINGTON, D.C. Today, Reps. Dan Newhouse (R-WA), Kurt Schrader (D-OR), and Greg Walden (R-OR) introduced a resolution to encourage the Trump Administration to immediately issue a notice of intent to terminate the commercial and power coordination provisions of the Columbia River Treaty. The United States has been unfairly burdened by the outdated Columbia River Treaty, and it is long past time to stop the wealth transfer from our constituents to Canada, said the bipartisan group of lawmakers. The existing Treaty punishes Northwest electric ratepayers, forcing them to pay for benefits far in excess to the value provided to the United States. With good faith negotiations at a standstill, we urge President Trump to take a strong stance and issue the notice of intent to terminate the power coordination provisions of the Treaty. Click here to read the text of the resolution. Background: Updating the Columbia River Treaty, which has not been revised since it was ratified in 1964, will allow the U.S. and Canada to find solutions for management of the river that could provide new opportunities for cooperation on clean energy solutions, flood control, and economic growth in the Pacific Northwest region. In 2016, Reps. Newhouse, Schrader, and Walden joined U.S. House and Senate colleaguesto call on the U.S. State Department under President Obama to finalize its negotiating parameters and to press Canada to appoint a lead negotiator.Both actions are required for formal discussions to begin. On June 21, 2017, Reps. Newhouse, Schrader, and Walden were joined by Pacific Northwest lawmakers in sending a bipartisan letter urging President Trump to commence negotiations with Canada over the Columbia River Treaty as soon as possible. The United States and Canada began negotiations to modernize the Columbia River Treaty regime in May 2018. As part of this effort, the U.S. Department of State has hosted public town halls to provide updates on the modernization process. One of these public town halls was hosted in Richland, Washin… | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| http://newhouse.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/newhouse-urges-administration-open-mmiw-cold-case-office-central | Newhouse Urges Administration to Open MMIW Cold Case Office in Central Washington | 2020-12-08 | 2020 | 2020-12 | Republican | Senate | WA | Dan Newhouse | N000189 | newhouse.house.gov | legacy | WASHINGTON, D.C. Today, Rep. Dan Newhouse (R-WA) sent a letter to Attorney General William Barr and U.S. Department of the Interior Secretary David Bernhardt requesting a Cold Case Task Force Office for Missing and Murdered Indigenous American Indians and Alaska Natives be established through Operation Lady Justice in Yakima, Washington. Cold Case Task Force Offices are an additional step toward addressing the crisis of missing and murdered indigenous women, specifically dedicated to solving cold cases. As you know, after years of work and advocacy, Congress finally reached a bipartisan consensus on two pieces of critical legislation to address this crisis, and President Trump signed both Savanna's Act and the Not Invisible Act into law earlier this year, wrote Newhouse. The signing of these bills is a monumental step toward accomplishing our shared goal of delivering justice to the families and loved ones of MMIW across the country, but there is more to be done. Now, we must continue working to ensure Native American women will no longer face violent crimes that go uninvestigated or unsolved. That work must begin in the communities most affected, and recent data demonstrates that my home state of Washington is particularly impacted by the MMIW crisis. Newhouse continued, With an understanding of the outsized impact this crisis has on Central Washington, I write to request that a Cold Case Task Force Office be established through Operation Lady Justice in Yakima, Washington through dedicated funding provided to your agencies through FY21 appropriations. This office will be instrumental as we continue to work to address and put an end to the decades-long crisis that affects native communities throughout the country. The Cold Case Task Forces are in accordance with President Trump's Executive Order establishing an interagency task force, Operation Lady Justice. The offices will be staffed with law enforcement personnel and newly appointed special agents from the Bureau of Indian Affairs Office of Justice Services (… | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| http://jhb.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=402036 | Herrera Beutler Secures Funding to Prevent Youth Homelessness in Southwest Washington | 2020-12-07 | 2020 | 2020-12 | Republican | Senate | WA | Jaime Herrera Beutler | H001056 | jhb.house.gov | legacy | Congresswoman Jaime Herrera Beutler (WA-03) applauded an announcement by the Department of Housing and Urban Development that the Housing Authority of the City of Vancouver will be receiving a $136,159 grant to help prevent youth homelessness. As a senior member of the U.S. House Appropriations Committee, Herrera Beutler helped secure the funds now being invested in the Homeless Foster Youth to Independence Initiative. This initiative targets housing assistance to young adults under the age of 25 who have recently left the foster care system and are at extreme risk of experiencing homelessness. According to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) more than 20,000 young people age out of foster care each year, and the National Center for Housing and Child Welfare (NCHCW) estimates that 25 percent of those young adults will experience homelessness within four years of leaving foster care. Young adults who age out of foster care face the incredible challenge of securing housing and are often left without the support they desperately need, Herrera Beutler said. I'm proud to have helped secure the funding necessary to jumpstart this initiative specifically targeted to help foster youth in Southwest Washington.Making sure these folks can access housing assistance so they can further their education or obtain and keep steady employment can make the difference in transitioning into a safe, secure adulthood. | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://newhouse.house.gov/media-center/weekly-columns-and-op-eds/column-lockdowns-destroy-livelihoods | COLUMN: Lockdowns Destroy Livelihoods | 2020-12-07 | 2020 | 2020-12 | Republican | Senate | WA | Dan Newhouse | N000189 | newhouse.house.gov | legacy | Earlier this year, our economy and our way of life was rocked when the COVID-19 pandemic caused small businesses to shutter their doors. With employees across the country out of work and small business owners wondering if they would ever reopen, Congress enacted the Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) to ensure businesses could continue to provide paychecks to their employees while we weathered this pandemic storm. The U.S. Small Business Administration took on the herculean task of distributing these loans at a record pace, and the Paycheck Protection Program resulted in saving over 104,000 in Central Washington jobs. Unfortunately, more than $138 billion in funding remains untouched in the PPP. The program, which has served as a lifeline for millions of Americans, simply needs to be reauthorized but Speaker Pelosi has blocked numerous attempts to bring a bill to the floor that would do just that. To be clear: These funds are being used as a political pawn. Instead of immediately delivering relief to the small businesses who are once again facing state-imposed restrictions and regulations, Speaker Pelosi is politicizing these funds for her own ideological purposes. For months, she has refused to negotiate anything smaller than a massive relief bill filled with policy riders that fit her agenda. In fact, she recently admitted that she was purposefully waiting for a new President before she would settle for anything less. By doing this, she is demonstrating that small businesses and the millions of Americans who rely on them for employment are not her priority. I have joined House Republicans in advocating for a targeted relief package that will help our communities and our economy rebound from the pandemic. Earlier this year, I introduced the FIRST Act a bill to allow businesses who received Paycheck Protection Program funding to utilize the program to its full extent and continue taking tax deductions for ordinary business expenses. The FIRST Act will ensure businesses that are struggling to make ends meet are n… | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://mcmorris.house.gov/mcmorris-rodgers-statement-on-ndaa-provisions-regarding-ligado/ | McMorris Rodgers Statement on NDAA Provisions Regarding Ligado | 2020-12-04 | 2020 | 2020-12 | Republican | House | WA | Cathy McMorris Rodgers | M001159 | mcmorris.house.gov | legacy | WASHINGTON, D.C. Congresswoman Cathy McMorris Rodgers (R-WA), Republican Leader of the House Energy and Commerce Committee for the 117th Congress, issued the following statement today in response to provisions in the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) regarding Ligado: I do not support the provisions in the NDAA that discuss the FCC's decision to grant more flexible use of the L-Band spectrum for Ligado, especially banning contracts with no evidence to support they harm national security. The NDAA shouldn't target an American company that will hurt our ability to beat China in the 5G race. Why single out an American company focused on boosting our country's 5G leadership but leave out protections against Chinese drone manufacturers threatening our national security? This should be made right. I agree with my colleagues on the House and Senate Armed Services Committees that we must protect the Department of Defense's mission and ability to keep America safe. The same should go for the Federal Communications Commission, the expert, independent agency on commercial spectrum issues. By a 5-0 unanimous vote they determined Ligado's proposal would not create problems of harmful interference with commercial users in neighboring bands or other government agencies, like DOD. This came after a decade of exhaustive FCC technical reviews and extensive conditioned safeguards. If we are going to beat the Chinese Communist Party in the race to 5G, we should let the FCC do its job and stop these interagency fights not rooted in facts. As Republican Leader on Energy and Commerce next Congress, I'll aggressively fight to ensure America has the global competitive edge in 5G not just for our economy but for our national security too. To win the future, I look forward to working with my colleagues on the Armed Services Committee on those shared goals, said McMorris Rodgers. # # # | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://mcmorris.house.gov/my-votes-week-of-november-30th/ | My Votes – Week of November 30th | 2020-12-04 | 2020 | 2020-12 | Republican | House | WA | Cathy McMorris Rodgers | M001159 | mcmorris.house.gov | legacy | Result and Date Bill # Bill Title My Vote What it means for you and your family 12/2/2020 PASSED 343-41 H.R. 7995 Coin Metal Modification Authorization and Cost Savings Act YES This bill authorizes the United States Mint to modify the metallic composition of coins if a study conducted by the Mint indicates that the modification will reduce the cost to taxpaxers and be implemented seamlessly. 12/3/2020 PASSED 272-114 H.R. 1380 Big Cat Public Safety Act NO Revises requirements governing the trade of big cats (i.e., species of lion, tiger, leopard). Specifically, it revises restrictions on the possession and exhibition of big cats, including to restrict direct contact between the public and big cats. Current law already prohibits the import, export, purchase, sale, transport, or acquisition of big cats, such as lions and tigers across state lines or the national border. 12/4/2020 PASSED 265-124 S. 2981 National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration Commissioned Officer Corps Amendments Act of 2020 YES Revises provisions related to the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration Commissioned Officer Corps such as physical fitness, obligated service requirements, and retirement. 12/2/2020 PASSED VOICE S. 4054 U.S. Grain Standards Reauthorization Act of 2020 YES Reauthorizes the United States Grain Standards Act. This legislation would extend, through 2025, authorizations for various provisions of the United States Grain Standards Act, which authorizes the Grain Inspection, Packers and Stockyards Administration. 12/2/2020 PASSED VOICE S. 945 S. 945 Holding Foreign Companies Accountable Act YES This bill will help fight State Owned Enterprises. The legislation requires certain issuers of securities to establish that they are not owned or controlled by a foreign government. Specifically, an issuer must make this certification if the Public Company Accounting Oversight Board is unable to audit specified reports because the issuer has retained a foreign public accounting firm not subject to inspection by the board. Fu… | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://mcmorris.house.gov/reps-cathy-mcmorris-rodgers-peter-defazio-russ-fulcher-and-kurt-schrader-lead-bipartisan-letter-urging-reauthorization-of-secure-rural-schools-and-robust-funding-for-payment-in-lieu-of-taxes/ | Reps. Cathy McMorris Rodgers, Peter DeFazio, Russ Fulcher, and Kurt Schrader Lead Bipartisan Letter Urging Reauthorization of Secure Rural Schools and Robust Funding for Payment in Lieu of Taxes | 2020-12-04 | 2020 | 2020-12 | Republican | House | WA | Cathy McMorris Rodgers | M001159 | mcmorris.house.gov | legacy | WASHINGTON Reps. Cathy McMorris Rodgers (WA-05), Peter DeFazio (OR-04), Russ Fulcher (ID-01) and Kurt Schrader (OR-05) today led a bipartisan letter to Congressional leadership urging reauthorization of the Secure Rural Schools (SRS) program and robust funding for the Payments in Lieu of Taxes (PILT) program in the appropriations process. In the letter, the members write, SRS and PILT serve as a lifeline to rural America's local governments and now, in the midst of the COVID-19 pandemic, the budgets of these rural counties have taken a hit. These two programs fund roads, schools, law enforcement, and essential county services, such as public health programs. With additional demands on their resources as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic, rural communities and counties are stretched thinner than ever. In order to assist these rural counties' response to the current public health crisis, as well as to invest in infrastructure, schools, and law enforcement, Congress must advance a reauthorization of SRS. Further, we urge you to maintain robust funding for PILT as you continue funding negotiations for the remainder of the fiscal year. SRS has been a critical lifeline to over 775 counties in more than 40 states by helping fund over 4,400 schools, road maintenance, law enforcement, and search and rescue operations on federal lands. Historically, the federal government shared with county governments 25 percent of timber sales from federal forestlands and 50 percent of revenues from certain lands managed by the Bureau of Land Management. Due to declining timber sales and county revenues, Congress first passed SRS in 2000 to provide a measure of compensation for counties containing federal timberland. A PDF version of the letter can be found HERE. | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| http://jhb.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=402035 | U.S. Reps. Herrera Beutler, Murphy Introduce Legislation to Provide Hardship Waivers to Give Relief to Unemployed Workers | 2020-12-02 | 2020 | 2020-12 | Republican | Senate | WA | Jaime Herrera Beutler | H001056 | jhb.house.gov | legacy | U.S. Representatives Jaime Herrera Beutler (WA-03) and Stephanie Murphy (FL-07) have introduced legislation to issue hardship waivers for congressionally-approved Pandemic Unemployment Assistance (PUA) overpayments by state unemployment agencies. Recent reports detail unemployed and furloughed workers are finding themselves in debt because of errors made by state unemployment agencies. These individuals in need of unemployment payments are suddenly being forced to pay back thousands of dollars, with state agencies threatening to garnish paychecks and tax refunds to obtain repayment. H.R. 8812, the Relief for Working Families Act, extends hardship waivers to states to waive PUA overpayments when the individual receiving the jobless benefits is not at fault and in which the collection of overpayments would create further financial harm. States are able to grant hardship waivers to individuals who receive state unemployment benefits, but federally distributed benefits have yet to have the same standard applied. Washington's Employment Security Department should not be further burdening struggling workers because of its mistakes. Until it can develop a system to more accurately administer unemployment benefits, we should give ESD the tools to provide relief to folks struggling to put food on the table, Herrera Beutler said. I'm introducing legislation that ensures individuals are not held accountable for states' mismanagement of jobless benefits, but that preserves states' abilities to crack down on scams and seek repayment of truly fraudulent claims. Because of indifference and incompetence from state leaders, Florida's unemployment system failed workers when they needed help the most, resulting in non-payment of benefits, under-payments, delayed payments andin some casesoverpayments, Murphy said. These overpayments were made due to bureaucratic mistakes. Florida workers should not be punished for errors made through no fault of their own. Requiring workers to pay back these funds nowwhen some federal assista… | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://mcmorris.house.gov/mcmorris-rodgers-selected-as-republican-leader-of-the-energy-and-commerce-committee/ | McMorris Rodgers Selected as Republican Leader of the Energy and Commerce Committee | 2020-12-02 | 2020 | 2020-12 | Republican | House | WA | Cathy McMorris Rodgers | M001159 | mcmorris.house.gov | legacy | WASHINGTON, D.C. Eastern Washington Congresswoman Cathy McMorris Rodgers (WA-05) released the following statement after being selected by her colleagues as the Republican Leader of the House Energy and Commerce Committee: I'm honored to have earned the support of my colleagues to serve as the Republican Leader of the House Energy and Commerce Committee. This committee is critical to addressing the issues that matter to people in Eastern Washington, like bridging the digital divide, bringing doctors to rural communities, keeping energy rates low, and protecting free speech online,said McMorris Rodgers.We are in a battle for the heart and soul of America. From blatant assaults on free speech, to Medicare-for-All, to the Green New Deal, Energy and Commerce is at the very center of the battles for freedom to beat socialism and hope to beat fear. My goal is to maximize Energy and Commerce to secure America's and Eastern Washington's future as the best place in the world to innovate, save lives, and raise people's standard of living. NOTE:The House Energy and Commerce Committee has broad jurisdiction over health care, energy, environment, technology, data, broadband, and much more.Read more here. # # # | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://newhouse.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/newhouse-names-western-caucus-executive-director-117th-congress | Newhouse Names Western Caucus Executive Director for 117th Congress | 2020-12-02 | 2020 | 2020-12 | Republican | Senate | WA | Dan Newhouse | N000189 | newhouse.house.gov | legacy | WASHINGTON, D.C. Today, Congressional Western Caucus Chairman-elect Dan Newhouse (R-WA) named Sean V. O'Brien as the organization's new Executive Director for the 117th Congress. I have worked with Sean throughout my three terms in Congress, and I know him to be committed to solving the issues facing the rural West, said Chairman-elect Newhouse. Sean has been instrumental in my efforts to strengthen and secure water supply infrastructure, ensure public lands are accessible for America's hunters, recreationists, and local communities, and reform the outdated federal policies harming our nation's land, water, and species management. His relationships on Capitol Hill and with the many partners of the Western Caucus will be invaluable to achieving our goals in the 117th Congress. Newhouse continued, I am grateful for the service of our outgoing Executive Director, Tim Charters, who helped Chairman Gosar grow the Western Caucus into the prestigious advocacy organization it is today. I look forward to working with Sean to continue to grow our membership, expand our influence, and defend and protect the values of rural America. He will do an excellent job serving the Caucus. I am humbled to serve as Executive Director for an organization that does so much to raise the voices of rural communities in our nation's capital, said O'Brien. Chairman-elect Newhouse has developed a strong vision to execute a results-oriented strategy that will elevate the Caucus to new heights. Under his leadership, we are ready to hit the ground running on behalf of the bipartisan Members of the Caucus and the communities they represent across our great nation. Sean V. O'Brien currently serves as Deputy Chief of Staff & Legislative Director to Rep. Newhouse, handling energy, forestry, and natural resources portfolios, including Rep. Newhouse's work on the House Appropriations Energy & Water Subcommittee. He specializes in issues including hydropower, nuclear energy, grid storage, water supply and critical infrastructure, and Endangered … | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| http://jhb.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=402034 | Herrera Beutler Applauds New Bipartisan COVID Relief Proposal, Presses for Swift U.S. House Consideration | 2020-12-01 | 2020 | 2020-12 | Republican | Senate | WA | Jaime Herrera Beutler | H001056 | jhb.house.gov | legacy | Congresswoman Jaime Herrera Beutler today applauded a bipartisan, bicameral COVID-19 emergency relief plan unveiled by the Problem Solvers Caucus and a bipartisan group of Senators today.The plan would quickly direct aid to families, small businesses, workers, and health care providers intended to last through the end of March. Herrera Beutler is a member of the Problem Solvers Caucus made up of 25 Democrat and 25 Republican House members that helped develop the plan. The framework allocates $908 billion in total aid, including both new funding and reallocation of previously appropriated CARES Act funding. A breakdown can be found, here. This effort represents a bridge to get America's workers, small businesses and communities through this challenging time until vaccines and treatments are readily available, Herrera Beutler said.I won't let up in my efforts to break the gridlock that's plagued Washington, D.C. and get a COVID relief package through Congress and out to the Americans who need it. While the framework released by the group today needs further refinements, families and employers in Southwest Washington are suffering through no fault of their own and we need to move quickly. I urge Speaker Pelosi to act now and take up this bipartisan plan to provide the relief and support that our communities have desperately needed for months. | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://newhouse.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/column-recognizing-native-american-heritage-month | COLUMN: Recognizing Native American Heritage Month | 2020-11-30 | 2020 | 2020-11 | Republican | Senate | WA | Dan Newhouse | N000189 | newhouse.house.gov | legacy | Native American history is engrained in the culture of the Pacific Northwest. Throughout our region, we are reminded of Tribal culture and heritage which greatly influence our way of life. November is Native American Heritage Month, and in Central Washington, we have a rich, storied Tribal history that should be recognized. The federal government has a unique relationship with Native American tribes as we work in tandem to respect their culture, traditions, and treaty rights. The Confederated Bands and Tribes of the Yakama Nation (Yakama Nation), the Confederated Tribes of the Colville Reservation (Colville Tribes), and the Confederated Tribes of the Umatilla Indian Reservation (Umatilla Tribes) all have a significant presence in Central Washington, and since coming to Congress, I have worked to build positive working relationships with Tribal leaders throughout our district. I have heavily engaged with the Yakama Nation on addressing the crisis of missing and murdered indigenous women, as well as the disproportionately high crime rate on and near the Yakama Nation reservation. We recently made significant progress, but there is more work to be done. President Trump signed into law two pieces of legislation I worked on with Yakama Nation leaders that will help law enforcement agencies at all levels work more efficiently with tribes to investigate and solve these cases of violence in Native communities across the country. The Colville reservation, which spans throughout North Central Washington, serves as a national example of successful land, forest, and species management. From wildfire recovery to gray wolf protection, the Colville Tribes are working to protect our land, wildlife, and natural resources. This fall, I met with Colville leaders to discuss their approach to wildfire prevention. Through timber harvests, thinning, and controlled burns, they are returning the forests they manage back to a healthier state, mitigating the threat of catastrophic wildfires facing our region each year. The Colville Tribes … | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://newhouse.house.gov/media-center/weekly-columns-and-op-eds/column-recognizing-native-american-heritage-month | COLUMN: Recognizing Native American Heritage Month | 2020-11-30 | 2020 | 2020-11 | Republican | Senate | WA | Dan Newhouse | N000189 | newhouse.house.gov | legacy | Native American history is engrained in the culture of the Pacific Northwest. Throughout our region, we are reminded of Tribal culture and heritage which greatly influence our way of life. November is Native American Heritage Month, and in Central Washington, we have a rich, storied Tribal history that should be recognized. The federal government has a unique relationship with Native American tribes as we work in tandem to respect their culture, traditions, and treaty rights. The Confederated Bands and Tribes of the Yakama Nation (Yakama Nation), the Confederated Tribes of the Colville Reservation (Colville Tribes), and the Confederated Tribes of the Umatilla Indian Reservation (Umatilla Tribes) all have a significant presence in Central Washington, and since coming to Congress, I have worked to build positive working relationships with Tribal leaders throughout our district. I have heavily engaged with the Yakama Nation on addressing the crisis of missing and murdered indigenous women, as well as the disproportionately high crime rate on and near the Yakama Nation reservation. We recently made significant progress, but there is more work to be done. President Trump signed into law two pieces of legislation I worked on with Yakama Nation leaders that will help law enforcement agencies at all levels work more efficiently with tribes to investigate and solve these cases of violence in Native communities across the country. The Colville reservation, which spans throughout North Central Washington, serves as a national example of successful land, forest, and species management. From wildfire recovery to gray wolf protection, the Colville Tribes are working to protect our land, wildlife, and natural resources. This fall, I met with Colville leaders to discuss their approach to wildfire prevention. Through timber harvests, thinning, and controlled burns, they are returning the forests they manage back to a healthier state, mitigating the threat of catastrophic wildfires facing our region each year. The Colville Tribes … | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://newhouse.house.gov/media-center/weekly-columns-and-op-eds/column-recognizing-native-american-heritage-month-0 | COLUMN: Recognizing Native American Heritage Month | 2020-11-30 | 2020 | 2020-11 | Republican | Senate | WA | Dan Newhouse | N000189 | newhouse.house.gov | legacy | Native American history is engrained in the culture of the Pacific Northwest. Throughout our region, we are reminded of Tribal culture and heritage which greatly influence our way of life. November is Native American Heritage Month, and in Central Washington, we have a rich, storied Tribal history that should be recognized. The federal government has a unique relationship with Native American tribes as we work in tandem to respect their culture, traditions, and treaty rights. The Confederated Bands and Tribes of the Yakama Nation (Yakama Nation), the Confederated Tribes of the Colville Reservation (Colville Tribes), and the Confederated Tribes of the Umatilla Indian Reservation (Umatilla Tribes) all have a significant presence in Central Washington, and since coming to Congress, I have worked to build positive working relationships with Tribal leaders throughout our district. I have heavily engaged with the Yakama Nation on addressing the crisis of missing and murdered indigenous women, as well as the disproportionately high crime rate on and near the Yakama Nation reservation. We recently made significant progress, but there is more work to be done. President Trump signed into law two pieces of legislation I worked on with Yakama Nation leaders that will help law enforcement agencies at all levels work more efficiently with tribes to investigate and solve these cases of violence in Native communities across the country. The Colville reservation, which spans throughout North Central Washington, serves as a national example of successful land, forest, and species management. From wildfire recovery to gray wolf protection, the Colville Tribes are working to protect our land, wildlife, and natural resources. This fall, I met with Colville leaders to discuss their approach to wildfire prevention. Through timber harvests, thinning, and controlled burns, they are returning the forests they manage back to a healthier state, mitigating the threat of catastrophic wildfires facing our region each year. The Colville Tribes … | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| http://newhouse.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/what-they-are-saying-newhouse-elected-western-caucus-chairman | What They Are Saying: Newhouse Elected Western Caucus Chairman | 2020-11-24 | 2020 | 2020-11 | Republican | Senate | WA | Dan Newhouse | N000189 | newhouse.house.gov | legacy | WASHINGTON, D.C. On November 19, Rep. Dan Newhouse (R-WA) was unanimously elected as Chairman of the Congressional Western Caucus for the 117th Congress. WHAT THEY ARE SAYING The American Public Power Association congratulates Congressman Newhouse on his election as chairman of the Congressional Western Caucus in the upcoming Congress. He has long recognized the importance of hydropower to his public power constituents and the entire Pacific Northwest. His knowledge of energy issues in the West will be a great asset to the Congressional Western Caucus. We look forward to working with him in his new role. American Public Power Association Western Energy Alliance is pleased that Congressman Newhouse will lead the Congressional Western Caucus. He understands the public lands issues that are crucial for communities across the West, and how productive uses like energy, mining, timber, ranching, and environmental stewardship go hand in hand. He has been a strong voice for the balance that must be maintained on public lands to ensure rural communities thrive while enabling all Americans to enjoy recreational opportunities on public lands. The recent election clearly showed the American people are practical, and that policies like simply stopping development of oil and natural gas on federal lands would upset the decades-long balance that enables job creation and economic opportunity across the region while providing the resources for conservation. Chairman Newhouse will be a strong leader to ensure such misguided efforts do not go forward. Kathleen Sgamma, President of the Western Energy Alliance Rep. Dan Newhouse is a champion in the House of Representatives for accelerating new nuclear energy and energy storage technology innovation which will both continue to bring high paying jobs and economic value to the American West. Rich Powell, Executive Director of ClearPath We congratulate Congressman Newhouse and look forward to working with him to promote U.S. energy leadership through the responsible development of o… | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://newhouse.house.gov/media-center/weekly-columns-and-op-eds/column-wishing-you-safe-and-happy-thanksgiving | COLUMN: Wishing You a Safe and Happy Thanksgiving | 2020-11-23 | 2020 | 2020-11 | Republican | Senate | WA | Dan Newhouse | N000189 | newhouse.house.gov | legacy | From turkey and mashed potatoes to parades and football games, there are a number of family traditions that signify Thanksgiving, but none are as important as the opportunity to reflect on all we have to be grateful for and give thanks. The global pandemic has changed almost everything about our lives. Millions of Americans are working and learning from home, many are struggling to make ends meet, and thousands have tragically lost loved ones. We all long for personal connection, and the uncertainty of this virus and the seemingly endless lockdowns have resulted in hopelessness and deteriorating mental health for far too many of us. Like almost every holiday or event celebrated in 2020, this Thanksgiving will be a little different; but now perhaps more than ever it is important to be thankful for what we have and look forward to the future. This year, I am grateful to live in Central Washington, where we witness our communities continue to come together throughout the pandemic to demonstrate that we still have a lot to be thankful for. Up and down our food supply chain, grocery store employees, producers, and processors are working to ensure that food remains on our shelves and on our tables. Despite the challenges facing our agricultural producers, Central Washington's farmers and ranchers are distributing thousands of pounds of food to families across our state and region. Food banks are working in overdrive to process donations and provide for those in need, and local restaurants continue to donate meals to front line workers. Local businesses adapted their business models in some cases overnight to keep their employees safe, and they continue to employ enhanced safety measures and precautions to protect workers. Other businesses are shifting their operations to produce masks and other personal protective equipment, as well as sanitizers that have been utilized throughout the Pacific Northwest. Teachers, school administrators, and parents are ensuring our children continue to receive a high-quality educati… | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://mcmorris.house.gov/my-votes-week-of-november-16th/ | My Votes – Week of November 16th | 2020-11-20 | 2020 | 2020-11 | Republican | House | WA | Cathy McMorris Rodgers | M001159 | mcmorris.house.gov | legacy | Result and Date Bill # Bill Title My Vote What it means for you and your family 11/16/2020 PASSED 401-0 S. 327 Wounded Veterans Recreation Act YES This legislation would make it so that any veteran with a service-connected disability can get a free lifetime National Parks and Federal Recreational Lands Pass. It would also give a free pass to any other US citizen who is permanently disabled. 11/16/2020 PASSED 394-0 S. 3147 Improving Safety and Security for Veterans Act YES This bill requires the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) to report on the policies and procedures relating to patient safety and quality of care and the steps the VA has taken to improve such care at VA medical centers. After any investigation or trial concludes, the VA must also report on the events involving deaths that occurred at the Louis A. Johnson VA Medical Center in Clarksburg, West Virginia, and the actions the VA has taken to prevent any similar recurrence. 11/17/2020 PASSED 395-4 H.R. 4611 Ocean Pollution Reduction Act II YES This bill modifies permitting requirements regarding the discharge of any pollutant from the Point Loma Wastewater Treatment Plant. 11/16/2020 PASSED VOICE H.R. 1964 Lumbee Recognition Act YES Extends federal recognition to the Lumbee Tribe of North Carolina and makes its members eligible for the services and benefits provided to members of federally recognized tribes. 11/16/2020 PASSED VOICE H.R. 6327 PRC for Native Veterans Act YES Specifies that the Department of Veterans Affairs or the Department of Defense must reimburse the Indian Health Service (IHS), tribes, or tribal organizations for health care services provided to American Indian and Alaska Native veterans, regardless of whether such services are provided directly by the IHS, tribes, or tribal organizations, or through certain contracts for services. 11/16/2020 PASSED VOICE S. 1069 Digital Coast Act YES Reauthorizes through FY2024 and revises the National Sea Grant College Program, through which the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (… | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://newhouse.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/newhouse-elected-chairman-congressional-western-caucus-117th-congress | Newhouse Elected Chairman of Congressional Western Caucus for 117th Congress | 2020-11-19 | 2020 | 2020-11 | Republican | Senate | WA | Dan Newhouse | N000189 | newhouse.house.gov | legacy | WASHINGTON, D.C. Today, the Executive Committee of the Congressional Western Caucus voted unanimously to elect Rep. Dan Newhouse (R-WA) as Chairman of the Western Caucus for the 117th Congress. The Western Caucus, currently led by Chairman Paul Gosar (R-AZ), is a bipartisan coalition of nearly 70 Members of Congress from 35 different states and territories who advocate for rural, western, and resource-based communities. The Congressional Western Caucus is the premiere organization advocating for rural policy issues throughout the West and beyond, said Chairman-elect Newhouse. Chairman Gosar brought our Caucus to new heights, and I want to thank him for his strong leadership over these past four years. I intend to build upon this robust foundation, expand our influence, and help achieve new victories for our Members in the 117th Congress. Based on feedback and conversations with fellow Members, I have developed a strong vision for a Member-driven, solutions-oriented future of our Caucus. I look forward to continuing to learn, collaborate, and serve as your next Chairman. I congratulate my friend, Dan Newhouse, on becoming the new Chairman of the Congressional Western Caucus. Over my 4 years as Chairman, Dan has been a constant by my side. From the Arizona desert to the North Slope of Alaska, I could always count on Dan to be there working for rural and western constituents. I know him to be an outstanding advocate for the priorities of the Caucus and a leader for Western and Rural America. He will lead the Caucus and its membership into a bright future and I look forward to continuing to work with him in the years to come, said Chairman Gosar. Rep. Newhouse has been a valued leader and advocate for the West. Having truly worked the land as a farmer, he knows firsthand the detriment of federal overreach on the people who live, work, and recreate in rural America. The Foundation is excited to work closely with him as the new Chairman of the Caucus, said Darrell Henry, Executive Director of the Western Caucus Foundat… | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://newhouse.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/newhouse-joins-bipartisan-colleagues-introduce-bill-reauthorizing-whip | Newhouse Joins Bipartisan Colleagues to Introduce Bill Reauthorizing WHIP Program for 2020 Wildfires | 2020-11-19 | 2020 | 2020-11 | Republican | Senate | WA | Dan Newhouse | N000189 | newhouse.house.gov | legacy | WASHINGTON, D.C. Today, Rep. Dan Newhouse (R-WA) joined Reps. Mike Thompson (D-CA), Peter DeFazio (D-OR), Barbara Lee (D-CA), and Jimmy Panetta (D-CA) to introduce the 2020 WHIP+ Authorization Act. This bipartisan bill introduced by Members from West Coast states hit hard by wildfires reactivates the Wildfire and Hurricane Indemnity Program Plus (WHIP+) for 2020 natural disasters, including wildfires. WHIP+ offers critical assistance to agricultural producers, including winegrape growers, whose crops were impacted by smoke taint. Wildfires and smoke taint pose a great threat to Washington state's distinguished wine industry, a community that is already facing billions of dollars in losses, said Rep. Newhouse. WHIP+ will help our winegrape growers recover from the damages of this year's catastrophic wildfires that ravaged the West, and it will ensure they can continue producing the high-quality Washington wines we are so proud of. Our district has again been hit hard by historically damaging wildfires this fire season. As we work to recover, we must support the small family farmers who are at risk of losing everything because their crops were damaged by smoke from the fires,said Rep. Thompson. That's why I am proud to introduce the 2020 WHIP+ Reauthorization Act. This bipartisan bill activates the WHIP+ program for these 2020 fires and helpsthese growers hit hard by disasters. It will be a vital support system for producers, both in our district and up and down the West Coast, including our vibrant wine community. Know that I will continue working to ensure this bill is passed as soon as possible and to bring back every Federal dollar and resource to help our community rebuild. Reps. Newhouse and Thompson co-chair the Congressional Wine Caucus, a bipartisan organization of 117 Members from across the United States that advocate for the wine community from grape to glass. In September, wine industry officials sent a letter to the U.S. House of Representatives outlining the effects of wildfires on the West Coast win… | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://mcmorris.house.gov/mcmorris-rodgers-statement-on-governor-inslees-shutdown-order/ | McMorris Rodgers Statement on Governor Inslee’s Shutdown Order | 2020-11-16 | 2020 | 2020-11 | Republican | House | WA | Cathy McMorris Rodgers | M001159 | mcmorris.house.gov | legacy | SPOKANE, WA Eastern Washington Congresswoman Cathy McMorris Rodgers (WA-05) today issued the following statement after Governor Inslee's shutdown order: I'm very disappointed with the Governor's latest statewide, one-size-fits-all shutdown and am quite concerned it will severely impact small businesses and take away everything these hard-working entrepreneurs have built over years and decades.So many people are barely hanging on and need hope. Let's continue to support our health care workers, those researching therapeutics, and the many friends and family working on the front lines. Thank you for your steadfastness throughout this difficult year. I believe we are close to a vaccine and providing widespread antigen testing that will bring confidence for us to continue to open up our economy. Let's preserve the gains we have made in education and provide an option for more of our kids to return to in-person classes in a safe and responsible way. We need leadership that encourages the hard-working men and women who keep our state and region moving. Like I have said from the beginning of this pandemic, we need more localized solutions that recognize the regional differences that exist in our vast state and country. I will continue to advocate for locally driven strategies that keep Main Street open, encourage employment growth, and give families in Eastern Washington hope and opportunity. # # # | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://newhouse.house.gov/media-center/weekly-columns-and-op-eds/column-voice-west | COLUMN: A Voice for the West | 2020-11-09 | 2020 | 2020-11 | Republican | Senate | WA | Dan Newhouse | N000189 | newhouse.house.gov | legacy | In Central Washington, we understand all-too-well the frustrations that come from feeling like rural communities are being ignored. Large cities and urban areas seem to suck all the air out of the room, leaving those of us in rural America feeling we do not have a voice. This is especially true in our nation's capital and why I take my responsibility as the voice for Central Washington very seriously. As one of 435 Members in the House of Representatives, I work every day to educate my peers about the priorities and issues facing our district. From water supply and public land-use to agriculture and energy development, our communities face unique challenges but we aren't in it alone. For the past few years, I have served as a Vice Chairman of the Congressional Western Caucus, a bipartisan coalition that aims to advance priorities of rural America. The Western Caucus provides an opportunity for Members not just in the West, but from across the country from Alaska and Arizona to South Carolina and Louisiana to advocate for our constituents through a platform that unites, elevates, and strengthens our voices. As a Caucus, we advocate for legislation and policies that empower rural communities. We have worked to encourage responsible resource development and energy independence, increase access to public lands and promote multiple-use, protect our communities from wildfires, support our nation's agriculture industry, and strengthen the water infrastructure that makes our way-of-life possible throughout the West. Together, we have spearheaded efforts to modernize the Endangered Species Act, working alongside the Trump Administration to finally delist the gray wolf and allow for state and local entities to manage gray wolf populations. We have strongly advocated for reforms to our nation's regulatory processes in order to decrease burdens on rural communities, encourage critical infrastructure development, and responsibly manage, conserve, and utilize our natural resources. We saw a lot of these reforms come to fr… | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://newhouse.house.gov/media-center/weekly-columns-and-op-eds/column-wildfire-recovery-demonstrates-central-washington-s | COLUMN: Wildfire Recovery Demonstrates Central Washingtons Resiliency | 2020-11-02 | 2020 | 2020-11 | Republican | Senate | WA | Dan Newhouse | N000189 | newhouse.house.gov | legacy | Over the past few months, catastrophic wildfires raged once again throughout Central Washington and across the West. Smoke blanketed the Pacific Northwest, and whole towns were essentially wiped off the map. Unfortunately, we are not strangers to the devastation of catastrophic wildfires. This year, in the midst of a global pandemic that already put strain on our local economy and agriculture industry, the damages seem even greater. While the fires may no longer be burning here at home, the impacts on our communities remain. I recently visited Okanogan County, where I toured some of the damage from the Cold Springs Fire. The Cold Springs Fire claimed homes, community structures like the Omak Mill, and most tragically the life of a one-year-old child and his unborn sibling. We ended the tour at T3 Ranch, where the Townsend Family and community volunteers stored fire recovery supplies that were donated from as far away as North Dakota, proving to me, once again, that in the face of catastrophe, Central Washington remains resilient. In the aftermath of these disasters, our communities are coming together to rebuild and recover with the hope that the federal government will hear their pleas for action and finally reform our land management practices to protect the homes, businesses, and communities across the West that face this threat every year. The Washington state congressional delegation has supported requests for federal disaster declarations in counties across the state, but the facts are clear: Rural communities are disadvantaged when it comes to accessing federal disaster funds. In years past, Washington state and many counties in our district have been granted Public Assistance from the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) to support emergency work and repair of public facilities. However, our small, rural communities have been denied Individual Assistance that would help families and businesses directly recover and rebuild homes and businesses they have lost. That is why I have worked with my c… | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://mcmorris.house.gov/mcmorris-rodgers-statement-on-trump-administration-announcement-to-delist-gray-wolf-in-lower-48-states/ | McMorris Rodgers Statement on Trump Administration Announcement to Delist Gray Wolf in Lower 48 States | 2020-10-30 | 2020 | 2020-10 | Republican | House | WA | Cathy McMorris Rodgers | M001159 | mcmorris.house.gov | legacy | WASHINGTON, D.C. Eastern Washington Congresswoman Cathy McMorris Rodgers (WA-05) issued the following statement after the Trump administration released their final rule to delist the gray wolf under the Endangered Species Act in the Lower 48 states. In Eastern Washington, and especially in Northeastern Washington, wolf predation on calves has become common. I regularly hear from people who've seen wolves around their property and who cannot defend themselves without risking a felony, said McMorris Rodgers. By delisting the gray wolf and restoring local decision-making, we can allow people in our state and community to use science-based wolf management practices that will benefit both our endangered and native animals while protecting farmers and ranchers. As the Obama administration made clear in 2013, the gray wolf is recovered. Unfortunately, the gray wolf was not delisted. Thank you to the Trump administration for respecting local decision-making and delisting this recovered species in the lower 48 states. NOTE: In 2013, President Obama's Fish and Wildlife Director Dan Ashe stated, [the gray wolf] is no longer endangered or threatened with extinctionAs we propose to remove ESA protections, states like Washington and Oregon are managing expanding populations under protective state laws. In 2018, Cathy voted in support of the Manage our Wolves Act, legislation to delist the wolves and restore decision-making to the state level. # # # | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://newhouse.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/newhouse-gray-wolf-delisting-trump-administration-follows-sound-science | Newhouse: Gray Wolf Delisting By Trump Administration Follows Sound Science, Not Politics | 2020-10-29 | 2020 | 2020-10 | Republican | Senate | WA | Dan Newhouse | N000189 | newhouse.house.gov | legacy | WASHINGTON, D.C. Today, Rep. Dan Newhouse (R-WA) released the following statement after U.S. Department of the Interior Secretary David Bernhardt announced the final rule to remove the gray wolf from the List of Endangered and Threatened Wildlife under the Endangered Species Act (ESA) in the lower 48 states: The gray wolf is an Endangered Species Act success story, said Rep. Newhouse. By empowering states to manage gray wolf populations, the federal government is recognizing the effectiveness of locally-led conservation efforts,basing management decisions on sound science instead of politics,and providing certainty to families, farmers, and rural communities in Central Washington and throughout the country. This action is one of the many steps the Trump Administration is taking to modernize the Endangered Species Act and protect American wildlife, and I look forward to continuingto build uponthese efforts in Congress. WCA applauds today's Department of the Interior announcement regarding the removal of all gray wolves from the list of ESA-protected species, said Ashley House, Executive Vice President of Washington Cattlemen's Association.We have tremendous confidence in the science that informed this important decision and thank Secretary Bernhardt for his leadership on this matterWe would especially like to extend sincere gratitude to Congressman Dan Newhouse for all his efforts that were undoubtedly instrumental in bringing forth the delisting and for his continued support of ESA reform.We are hopeful that this decision will guide our Washington state policy and policymakers towards a similar statewide decision towards management of the gray wolf population here locally. As ranchers, we remain optimistic that we will be able to protect our livelihoods and ability to produce a safe, affordable, domestic food supply while working in tandem with wildlife managers for balanced management and realized success.We commend the administration for this terrific work. This is great news for Washington state where our wolf… | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://newhouse.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/newhouse-honors-zillah-family-2020-angels-adoption | Newhouse Honors Zillah Family as 2020 Angels in Adoption | 2020-10-29 | 2020 | 2020-10 | Republican | Senate | WA | Dan Newhouse | N000189 | newhouse.house.gov | legacy | ZILLAH, WA Today, Rep. Dan Newhouse (R-WA) recognized Zillah residents Margarita (Maggie) and Eugene Dawson as Central Washington's 2020 Angels in Adoption. The Congressional Coalition on Adoption Institute (CCAI)'s Angels in Adoption program honors families, individuals, and organizations making extraordinary contributions to adoption, permanency, and welfare. The Dawson's were nominated by Rep. Newhouse to receive this honor. Maggie and Eugene knew their nieces and nephews would need a loving family after this unimaginable tragedy,said Rep. Newhouse.They stepped up, surrounded by support from their community, to provide a home and help the children heal from their trauma. Now, as a family of 12, the Dawson's serve as an inspirational example of how families can thrive, even in the darkest of times. They are angels who truly exemplify the family values we hold dear in Central Washington. Maggie and Eugene Dawson welcomed their eight nieces and nephews to live in their home just two days after the children's mother lost her life at the hands of their father. Together with their two biological children, Maggie and Eugene have created a safe place and secure family unit, ensuring the children have a chance to grow up with their siblings and cousins. In 2017, they were granted permanent custody of the seven minor children. Background: The Congressional Coalition on Adoption Institute (CCAI) is a non-profit organization that works to raise awareness about the needs of children without families and to remove policy barriers that hinder children from knowing the love and support a family provides. CCAI's Angels in Adoption initiative provides an opportunity for Members of Congress to honor an individual or entity from their district which has made an extraordinary contribution on behalf of children in need of homes. CCAI is a 501(c)3 nonpartisan organization dedicated to raising awareness about the tens of thousands of orphans and foster children in the United States and the millions of orphans around the world in need… | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://newhouse.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/icymi-newhouse-brings-attention-mistreatment-dairy-industry-epa | ICYMI: Newhouse Brings Attention to Mistreatment of Dairy Industry by EPA | 2020-10-28 | 2020 | 2020-10 | Republican | Senate | WA | Dan Newhouse | N000189 | newhouse.house.gov | legacy | RICHLAND, WA On October 9, Rep. Dan Newhouse (R-WA) welcomed the Western Caucus Foundation to Central Washington for its Fall Policy Roundtable: When Agencies Weaponize Fake Science. The roundtable aimed to bring attention to the negative impact of misguided federal government decisions and regulations on rural communities, including the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)'s mistreatment of the dairy industry in the Pacific Northwest and across the country. As Vice Chairman for the Congressional Western Caucus, Rep. Newhouse moderated the roundtable, which included representatives from the Western Caucus Foundation, Washington State Dairy Federation, Idaho Dairymen's Association, Darigold, and Save Family Farming, as well as Central Washington dairy farmer Adam Dolsen and fellow Western Caucus Member, Rep. Russ Fulcher (R-ID). Chief of Staff to EPA Administrator Andrew Wheeler, Mandy Gunasekara, joined the group virtually. "I was grateful for the opportunity to engage with theWesternCaucusFoundation, our panelists, and Ms. Gunasekara from EPA on an issue that has been affecting certainly my constituents in Central Washington and those in rural areas across the country: weaponized 'science,' said Rep. Newhouse. It is no secret that many of the legacy regulations put in place by the Obama Administration have burdened rural America, and you don't have to look far to find an example. In our region, regional EPA employees have been unfairly punishing dairy farmers for years, forcing several dairies to permanently close their doors all based on a flawed report. We cannot allow federal agencies' regulatory decision-making to demonize whole industries, weaponize shoddy science, or rely on data that has not even been peer-reviewed.I appreciate EPA's willingness to have these important discussions and their commitment to working with rural communities to achieve our shared goals of protecting the environment while providing for jobs and economic development. Washington, D.C. has a long history of making decisions that p… | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://newhouse.house.gov/media-center/weekly-columns-and-op-eds/column-american-dream-alive-and-well-main-street | COLUMN: The American Dream is Alive and Well on Main Street | 2020-10-26 | 2020 | 2020-10 | Republican | Senate | WA | Dan Newhouse | N000189 | newhouse.house.gov | legacy | I have often said that small businesses are the backbone of our economy, and that could not be truer in Central Washington's rural communities. The owners and employees of Main Street businesses are integral to the well-being of our communities, and the support for small businesses I have witnessed during my travels throughout our district is inspiring. We are in the midst of an unprecedented pandemic, which has affected nearly every aspect of our daily lives. Unfortunately, our small and local businesses from restaurants and clothing retailers to hardware stores and hair salons have been hit hard, and many are struggling to survive. I have participated in several Main Street Tours over the past few years in towns like Ritzville, Prosser, and Zillah. These tours are an opportunity for me to visit the smaller rural communities of Central Washington, meet with local business owners and community leaders, and hear firsthand about the challenges they face and what I can do to help. I recently traveled to Grant and Franklin Counties, where I participated in Main Street Tours of Quincy and Connell, two communities that have demonstrated great resilience and strength throughout these difficult times. In Quincy, we visited the site of the Woodinville Whiskey Distillery Co., which aims to open in December. This new distillery will not only add jobs to the local economy, but it will highlight the contributions of local agriculture by making bourbon with rye and corn produced by Quincy farmers. This is just one example of job creation in the face of the economic challenges of a pandemic. Despite these challenges, Central Washington's communities are growing, and Quincy High School is working to help students meet the needs of existing and emerging job markets in our region. Quincy High, which focuses on preparing students for the workforce with strong programs from agriculture to STEM education, recently completed a $100 million expansion to accommodate for increasing populations. In Connell, I was greeted by a variety of… | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| http://jhb.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=402023 | Herrera Beutler Helps Secure $3 Million Grant to Establish Industrial Workspace in Washougal | 2020-10-21 | 2020 | 2020-10 | Republican | Senate | WA | Jaime Herrera Beutler | H001056 | jhb.house.gov | legacy | Congresswoman Jaime Herrera Beutler (WA-03) today applauded the U.S. Department of Commerce's Economic Development Administration (EDA) grant award of $3 million to the Port of Camas-Washougal to help establish an industrial workspace for use by local manufacturing employers. The EDA grant, targeted to a Tax Cuts and Jobs Act Opportunity Zone, will be matched with $2.5 million in local funds and $1.4 million in state funds, and is expected to create 130 jobs and spur $10.6 million in private investment. In addition to helping establish the Opportunity Zone in Washougal, Herrera Beutler also partnered with the Port of Camas-Washougal to successfully earn this grant. Her advocacy included this 2019 letter to EDA. Yet another reason I supported the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act was because it established Opportunity Zones like the one that's bringing 130 new jobs and $10 million in private investment to Washougal, Congresswoman Herrera Beutler said. Job creation has always been my top priority, so I'm grateful to the Department of Commerce for targeting the tools Congress provided through the 2017 tax cuts bill in support of the Port of Camas-Washougal's effort to bring more manufacturing jobs here. EDA is proud to support local efforts to improve infrastructure to spur new business growth, Dana Gartzke, Performing the Delegated Duties of the Assistant Secretary of Commerce for Economic Development said. EDA investments in Opportunity Zones enhance the return on investment for business interests and encourage the public/private partnerships critical to driving private investment and new jobs to cities like Washougal. | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://newhouse.house.gov/media-center/weekly-columns-and-op-eds/column-bringing-bipartisanship-other-washington | COLUMN: Bringing Bipartisanship to the Other Washington | 2020-10-19 | 2020 | 2020-10 | Republican | Senate | WA | Dan Newhouse | N000189 | newhouse.house.gov | legacy | It is no secret that, in recent years, politics have become increasingly divisive. What Americans across the country see on television is arguing, partisan attacks, and politicized accounts of votes on specific pieces of legislation. What they don't see is the behind-the-scenes conversations, the bipartisan collaboration, or the hundreds of bills we unanimously pass out of the House. These things are happening all the time, but one of my priorities in Congress has been to make these occurrences more frequent and to bring these collaborative efforts into the limelight. I am proud of my long history of working across the aisle with my colleagues from the Washington State House of Representatives and the Washington State Department of Agriculture to the halls of Congress. In my experience, working together in a bipartisan fashion is the best and most effective way to deliver results. Not long ago, Rep. Derek Kilmer (D-WA) and I participated in a Civility & Respect Tour throughout Washington state. We traveled across our districts to speak with small businesses, students, and federal partners about the importance of bipartisanship in Congress. These trips served as beneficial opportunities to hear different perspectives from fellow Washingtonians located just hours away from my own congressional district. I recently joined Rep. Suzan DelBene (D-WA) for a similar event in the form of an online discussion about increasing bipartisanship in Congress. As a former technology executive, Rep. DelBene has different experiences and perspectives than I do as a lifelong farmer but there are several priorities of our districts and our state that align. We discussed our shared goals of strengthening international trade deals, working to reform our agricultural labor programs, and ensuring that our state has the tools and resources we need to combat COVID-19 and keep families safe. Accomplishing these goals for Washington would be impossible if it weren't for the across-the-aisle collaboration and relationships we have bui… | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| http://jhb.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=402020 | Herrera Beutler Conversation with Camas Native, Astronaut Michael Barratt, and NASA Administrator Now Available | 2020-10-16 | 2020 | 2020-10 | Republican | Senate | WA | Jaime Herrera Beutler | H001056 | jhb.house.gov | legacy | Congresswoman Jaime Herrera Beutler's Q&A session with Camas native, NASA Astronaut Dr. Michael Barratt, and Vancouver iTech Preparatory and Camas' Odyssey Middle School, is now posted and available for others to watch any time. The virtual conversation focused on NASA's Artemis program, which aims to land the first woman and next man on the Moon in 2024. Students from both participating schools asked a range of questions, many of which focused on Dr. Barratt's personal experience in space, his career path, and how NASA is studying the effects of space on the human body. It was an honor to talk to a Camas native, NASA astronaut Dr. Michael Barratt, and connect him with Southwest Washington students to share about our space program, Congresswoman Herrera Beutler said. I believe we sparked interest in more than a few students to consider how they too can one day explore space, and maybe walk on the moon or Mars. With the right STEM skills and hard work, they now know that the sky doesn't have to be the limit. Inspiring the Artemis Generation to pursue STEM careers is crucial to cultivate the talent America needs to succeed in sending human explorers to deep space, NASA Administrator Jim Bridenstine said. To further NASA's mission, we want to engage students and show them they can be part of the Artemis Program to go forward to the Moon in preparation for Mars. Congresswoman Herrera Beutler has shown great leadership in the state of Washington and the nation, helping provide STEM opportunities for students at all educational levels and supporting NASA STEM Engagement overall. Additional Information: NASA Astronaut Dr. Michael Barratt's Biography NASA's Artemis Program NASA STEM Engagement | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://newhouse.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/absolute-game-changer-newhouse-applauds-department-energy-investment | An Absolute Game-Changer: Newhouse Applauds Department of Energy Investment in Central Washington Nuclear Energy Projects | 2020-10-14 | 2020 | 2020-10 | Republican | Senate | WA | Dan Newhouse | N000189 | newhouse.house.gov | legacy | WASHINGTON, D.C. The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) has announced the recipients of the Advanced Reactor Demonstration Program (ARDP). ARDP will provide initial funding to projects developing advanced nuclear reactors in the United States. The selected ARDP recipients, X-energy and TerraPower-GE Hitachi, will work in partnership with Energy Northwest in Richland, WA, as the key utility partner to continue innovating the next generation of nuclear energy technology. Rep. Dan Newhouse (R-WA) released the following statement, applauding the ARDP awards and Energy Northwest's role in the selected projects: The selection of these projects is an absolute game-changer for our state and makes it official: Tri-Cities, Washington is a global leader in nuclear energy innovation, said Rep. Newhouse. The Advanced Reactor Demonstration Program indicates the Department of Energy's commitment to the development of safe, reliable nuclear power, which is unquestionably necessary as our country heads toward a clean energy future. I applaud DOE's recognition of the brilliant scientific minds in Central Washington, our region's history of nuclear development and innovation, and the legacy these projects will establish for the future of nuclear power in the United States. I could not be more thrilled with this announcement and this momentous opportunity for our region. X-energy will deliver a commercial four-unit nuclear power plant based on its Xe-100 reactor design. The Xe-100 is a high temperature gas-cooled reactor that is ideally suited to provide flexible electricity output as well as process heat for a wide range of industrial heat applications, such as desalination and hydrogen production. The project will also deliver a commercial scale TRi-structural ISOtropic particle fuel (TRISO) fuel fabrication facility, leveraging DOE's substantial investment in development of this highly robust fuel form. TerraPower will demonstrate the Natrium reactor, a sodiumcooled fast reactor that leverages of decades of development and design un… | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://newhouse.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/newhouse-applauds-executive-order-support-reliable-modernized-water | Newhouse Applauds Executive Order to Support Reliable, Modernized Water Infrastructure | 2020-10-13 | 2020 | 2020-10 | Republican | Senate | WA | Dan Newhouse | N000189 | newhouse.house.gov | legacy | WASHINGTON, D.C. Today, President Trump signed an Executive Order on Modernizing America's Water Resource Management and Water Infrastructure. The Executive Order establishes a Water Subcabinet of senior federal agency officials to ensure federal coordination on water policy and facilitate efficient, effective management and modernization of water supplies and systems. Rep. Dan Newhouse (R-WA) released the following statement, applauding the action: One of my highest priorities since coming to Congress has been strengthening and modernizing the federal water infrastructure that makes our way of life possible in Central Washington and across the West, said Rep. Newhouse. The establishment of the Water Subcabinet by President Trump is a monumental step toward meeting the water supply, storage, and infrastructure needs of rural communities across the United States. From continuing to build upon the incredibly collaborative efforts in the Yakima River Basin to fulfilling the federal government's commitment to the completion of the Columbia Basin Project, I will continue to work with federal agencies to secure this vital resource for Central Washington. President Trump's Executive Order will go a long way in successfully doing so. Under the Executive Order, the Water Subcabinet will: Promote effective and efficient water resources management by reducing duplication between Federal agencies developing water policy; Develop a national water strategy to ensure the reliability of our water supplies, water quality, water systems, and water forecasting; Protect taxpayer investments and improve water infrastructure planning by promoting integrated planning and coordination for drinking water, wastewater, water reuse, water storage and delivery, and water resource management; and Support and enhance workforce development to recruit, train, and retain water sector professionals. Click here to read the text of the Executive Order and click here for a fact sheet. The Water Subcabinet will be co-chaired by U.S. Department of … | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://newhouse.house.gov/media-center/weekly-columns-and-op-eds/column-delist-gray-wolf | COLUMN: Delist the Gray Wolf | 2020-10-12 | 2020 | 2020-10 | Republican | Senate | WA | Dan Newhouse | N000189 | newhouse.house.gov | legacy | The Endangered Species Act was signed into law to help protect and recover animals and wildlife facing critical threats or risk of extinction. As Americans, we share the common goal of protecting our environment, creating healthy ecosystems, and ensuring that our growing human populations can live in tandem with the plants and animals around us. While the law was well-intentioned, the ESA has not seen meaningful reforms since 1978. Our country has grown and evolved immensely in the last four decades, and it only makes sense to bring this landmark species protection law into the 21st Century. I have worked alongside my colleagues in the Congressional Western Caucus to modernize the ESA and move species recovery forward more effectively. From ensuring data from local, state, and tribal governments is utilized when making these important decisions to requiring the federal government to disclose their decision-making data to the public, we aim to make the ESA listing process more transparent and responsive to those it affects most. Americans in rural areas across the country and right here in Central Washington are fed up with the federal government mandating one-size-fits-all regulations without considering the needs of local communities. We also understand the importance of locally-led conservation projects, which have effectively resulted in the protection of our land and our native species. Earlier this Congress, I introduced the WHOLE Act to ensure that all conservation measures are considered when federal decisions impacting ESA-listed species are made. By considering the totality of conservation efforts not just those established by the federal government we can incentivize further investment in species recovery and promote more comprehensive efforts between the federal government and states, local communities, and tribes. The Trump Administration has proposed updates to the ESA that will result in effective, science-based conservation. By promoting transparency and commonsense policymaking, these new regu… | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://newhouse.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/president-trump-signs-newhouse-bill-address-crisis-mmiw-law | President Trump Signs Newhouse Bill to Address Crisis of MMIW Into Law | 2020-10-10 | 2020 | 2020-10 | Republican | Senate | WA | Dan Newhouse | N000189 | newhouse.house.gov | legacy | WASHINGTON, D.C. Today, Rep. Dan Newhouse (R-WA) released the following statement after President Trump signed Savanna's Actand theNot Invisible Actinto law: President Trump signing these bills into law signals to Native communities across the country that this crisis will no longer go unnoticed, said Rep. Newhouse. The families and loved ones of missing and murdered indigenous women have waited far too long for justice, and it is my hope that we can begin working to ensure Native American women will no longer face violent crimes that go uninvestigated or unsolved. I am grateful for the tribes, advocates, and community members who have helped bring awareness to this issue and for all of my colleagues in Congress who helped us take this important step. Rep. Newhouse introduced Savanna's Act in May 2019. The bill passed unanimously in the U.S. House of Representatives on September 21, 2020. Click here to learn more. Background: On May 14, 2019, Rep. Newhouse joined Reps. Norma Torres (D-CA) and Deb Haaland (D-NM) to introduce Savanna's Act, a bill that aims to address the crisis of missing and murdered indigenous women (MMIW) across the country. The bill develops guidelines and best practices for law enforcement agencies across the country, improves coordination between law enforcement agencies, and enhances reporting, record keeping, and communication for law enforcement and families of victims. Since the bill's introduction, Rep. Newhouse has continued to urge Congress to act and pass legislation to provide relief to Native communities. In October,he hosted an hour-long bipartisan call-to-actionon the House floor.Click here to watch remarks by Rep. Newhouse and his colleagues. Later that month, Rep. Newhouse arranged meetings with House leadership for two Yakama Nation leaders, then-Chairman JoDe Goudy and Councilwoman Lottie Samm, who traveled to Washington, D.C., to express the impact the MMIW crisis was having on local communities and to discuss the importance of passing legislation like Savanna's Act. Savanna… | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| http://jhb.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=402029 | The Daily News: Opinion Editorial: Forest Management | 2020-10-09 | 2020 | 2020-10 | Republican | Senate | WA | Jaime Herrera Beutler | H001056 | jhb.house.gov | legacy | Over the past few weeks, we didn't have to turn on the TV or see photos online to understand the severity of the wildfires burning up and down the West Coast. Unbreathable air shut us into our homes. The dark skies gave us a gut-wrenching, hopeless feeling. Many Washington, Oregon, and California residents lost homes and businesses. Hundreds of thousands of acres of vital wildlife habitat were destroyed. As always, our brave first responders battled the blaze in a huge effort to protect our communities. Resources for firefighting are critical, and I've worked to successfully increase funding for wildland fire preparedness from my position in Congress. But we don't need to put first responders in harm's way, battling these largely preventable crises every year. We shouldn't resign ourselves to a new normal of annual destruction and pollution, where we're worried about our lives, homes, and loved ones with asthma or fragile health conditions. There are steps we can take immediately in our northwest forests to drastically reduce the scope and duration of these destructive, unnatural fires. I agree with this quote from Washington's Democrat Commissioner of Public Lands, Hillary Franz: By actively managing our forests using strategies such as prescribed burns and thinning we can restore forests to a more natural and resilient condition. We can bring our forests back to health, boost jobs in rural Washington, and reduce the threat of wildfires. A changing climate is also a real factor in creating some of the conditions that contribute to fire. But we are virtually fanning the flames if we only throw up our hands, ignore forest management, and wait for the entire world to agree on climate change. Reducing carbon emissions, including the carbon released by our burning forests, and taking science-based forest management action is not an either/or choice. Let's do both. The damage done by inaction on forest management is no exaggeration. A recent news story provides a tragic example: a U.S. Forest Service thinning… | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://newhouse.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/newhouse-delbene-underscore-role-working-across-aisle-cascadia-college | Newhouse, DelBene Underscore Role of Working Across the Aisle at Cascadia College Forum | 2020-10-07 | 2020 | 2020-10 | Republican | Senate | WA | Dan Newhouse | N000189 | newhouse.house.gov | legacy | SUNNYSIDE, WA Reps. Dan Newhouse (R-WA) and Suzan DelBene (D-WA) underscored the need for more bipartisanship in Washington, D.C. and greater civilized discourse in the current polarized atmosphere at a virtual forum hosted by Cascadia College on Monday evening. Encouraging civility and increasing conversations across the aisle has been one of my priorities in Congress. It is no secret that politics have become increasingly divisive, but it is our responsibility to work together and deliver results for our constituents, said Rep. Newhouse. From our early COVID-19 response to supporting international trade, the Washington state delegation shares several bipartisan priorities that require collaboration, and I am proud of how we have been able to put our political differences aside to address the priorities of Washingtonians. Thank you, Rep. DelBene, for inviting me to join you in this important conversation to show that we can disagree without being disagreeable. It is no surprise that politics has become more divisive in recent years but there is still more that unites us than divides us. My congressional district was described as the most evenly divided in the country when it was created and it is an honor to serve all my constituents, said Rep. DelBene. The COVID-19 pandemic has shown us we can still come together in a bipartisan way. Our state was hit early by the outbreak. Our federal delegation Democrats and Republicans united to do all we could to get the state the resources it needed in those critical early days. I want to thank Rep. Newhouse for joining me for this important discussion at Cascadia and for the strong partnership we enjoy. The conversation was moderated by Cascadia College President Dr. Eric Murray. The event is part of a series to highlight the importance of working together to solve tomorrow's problems. Engaging students can help prepare future leaders to replace harmful rhetoric with civil discourse and gridlock with progress. The full video of the virtual forum can be found here. Reps… | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| http://jhb.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=402011 | Jaime Herrera Beutler Named Friend of Farm Bureau | 2020-10-05 | 2020 | 2020-10 | Republican | Senate | WA | Jaime Herrera Beutler | H001056 | jhb.house.gov | legacy | Congresswoman Jaime Herrera Beutler (WA-03) today announced she has earned the Friend of Farm Bureau award for her steadfast support of Southwest Washington's farmers and ranchers in Congress. Herrera Beutler received an official notice from the American Farm Bureau that she received this distinction. The Friend of Farm Bureau award is given to members of Congress who have supported farm-friendly legislation and who were nominated by their respective state Farm Bureaus. It's an honor to be recognized as a Friend of Farm Bureau' for my work in Congress to support farmers and ranchers throughout Southwest Washington, Herrera Beutler said. From oyster growers and cranberry farmers in Pacific County, to the berry and tree fruit farmers throughout our region, I'm going to continue fighting for solutions that help them succeed, because when they are successful, everyone in our region reaps the rewards. I'll always be an unwavering friend to our Southwest Washington farmers and ranchers and will fight for their priorities in Congress. | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://newhouse.house.gov/media-center/weekly-columns-and-op-eds/column-central-washington-manufacturers-create-and-innovate | COLUMN: Central Washington Manufacturers Create and Innovate | 2020-10-05 | 2020 | 2020-10 | Republican | Senate | WA | Dan Newhouse | N000189 | newhouse.house.gov | legacy | On Friday, October 2, we celebrated National Manufacturing Day, a day to applaud the millions of American manufacturers who are working to produce the finest, high-quality products in the world. I have had the opportunity to visit with manufacturers throughout Central Washington, and I am grateful for their contributions to not only our local economies, but to our national security and economic independence as well. Many modern-day manufacturing careers require some type of secondary education, and our institutions have stepped up to the challenge. From universities and community colleges to technical schools and apprenticeship programs, our students are offered more opportunities to pursue manufacturing careers than ever before, and our teachers and instructors are eager to train the next generation of creators. On the heels of National Manufacturing Day, the Association of Washington Business (AWB) celebrates our state's manufacturers throughout Manufacturing Week. Manufacturing in Washington supports more than 284,000 good-paying careers and contributes more than $60 billion in goods to our state's economy. AWB's Manufacturing Excellence Awards recognize local businesses working to create and innovate right here in Washington. This year, several Central Washington manufacturers are being honored. Shields, a Novolex company in Yakima, is being recognized as a finalist for the Operational Excellence Award. The workers at Shields create food packaging, bags, and more that are used in homes, retail, grocery stories, and industries around the world. Yakima Chief Hops (YCH), a grower-owned hop supplier located in the nation's hop capital of Yakima Valley, is nominated for the Green Manufacturing Award. YCH recognizes, as all farmers do, that healthy crops rely on a healthy planet, and they are continually innovating and finding ways to make their operation more environmentally friendly. Lastly, Humming Hemp, based in Tri-Cities, has been recognized as a finalist for the Innovation Award. Humming Hemp creates protein… | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://mcmorris.house.gov/my-votes-week-of-september-28th/ | My Votes – Week of September 28th | 2020-10-02 | 2020 | 2020-10 | Republican | House | WA | Cathy McMorris Rodgers | M001159 | mcmorris.house.gov | legacy | Result and Date Bill # Bill Title My Vote What it means for you and your family 9/29/2020 PASSED 414-0 H.R. 4764 TRANSPLANT Act of 2020 YES This bill, which I cosponsored, modifies and reauthorizes the C.W. Bill Young Cell Transplantation Program, which provides support to patients who need a potentially life-saving bone marrow transplant or umbilical cord blood transplant. The bill also requires the Department of Health and Human Services to conduct a periodic review of the science of using adult stem cells and birthing tissues in therapeutic treatments. 9/29/2020 PASSED 397-5 H. Res. 1155 Reaffirming the House of Representatives' commitment to the orderly and peaceful transfer of power called for in the Constitution of the United States YES Reaffirms the commitment of the House of Representatives to the orderly and peaceful transfer of power called for in the Constitution and expresses the intention of the House that there be no disruptions by the President or any person in power to overturn the will of the people. 10/1/2020 PASSED VOICE H.R. 7718 Protecting the Health and Wellness of Babies and Pregnant Women in Custody Act YES This bill, which I cosponsored, addresses the unique health needs of incarcerated pregnant women and ensures they and their babies are healthy and well cared for. 9/29/2020 PASSED VOICE H.R. 362 Energy Emergency Leadership Act YES This legislation requires the Secretary of Energy to assign energy emergency and energy security functions to an Assistant Secretary, including responsibilities with respect to infrastructure and cybersecurity. 9/29/2020 PASSED VOICE H.R. 360 Cyber Sense Act of 2020 YES Requires the Department of Energy to establish a voluntary Cyber Sense program to test the cybersecurity of products and technologies intended for use in the bulk-power system. The bulk-power system includes facilities and control systems necessary for operating an interconnected electric energy transmission network. 9/29/2020 PASSED VOICE H.R. 359 Enhancing Grid Security through Public-Private… | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| http://jhb.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=402008 | U.S. House Passes Herrera Beutlers Bipartisan Helping MOMS Act | 2020-09-29 | 2020 | 2020-09 | Republican | Senate | WA | Jaime Herrera Beutler | H001056 | jhb.house.gov | legacy | Today, the U.S. House of Representatives passed the bipartisan Helping Medicaid Offer Maternity Services (MOMS) Act, legislation led by U.S. Representatives Jaime Herrera Beutler (R-WA) and Robin Kelly (D-IL), aimed at reducing and ending America's growing maternal mortality crisis. The bill providesstates with the option to extend Medicaid coveragethroughthe entirepostpartumperiod of one year, a proven strategyforreducing maternal deaths. Currently, most statesonlyprovide Medicaid coverage for 60-daysimmediately following childbirth. In order to increase the coverage window, the state must apply andbe approved fora waiverbythe U.S. Secretary of Health and Human Services. I'm pleased the House approved our bipartisan Helping MOMS Act, which is going to ensure women can access care in the year following birth, Congresswoman Herrera Beutler said. We know that seven out of ten new moms will face a health complication during that time, so guaranteeing their ability to see a doctor and get treatment if needed is a monumental step in our fight to end this nation's maternal mortality crisis. This is abigstep toward reducing the tragedy of preventable maternal deaths by ensuring new momscan continue to seek necessary medical care,Congresswoman Kelly said. I'm proudto havebroughtmy colleagues from both sides of the aisle together to address thisgrowingpublic healthcrisis.This is nota magic pill tosolveAmerica'smaternal mortalitycrisis,butthisbill providesasolid, bipartisan,evidence-basedapproachto saving lives.We must continue working, inside and outside of government, to ensure startingafamily doesn't cost a woman her life. Data clearly shows that 70 percent of new moms will have at least one health complication within a year of giving birth.With more than half of new moms covered by Medicaid, theHelping MOMSActcould significantlyimprove these health outcomes. In recent years, the U.S. has made headlines for its disturbing and growing rate of maternal mortality. It was more dangerous to have a baby in 2018 than it w… | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://mcmorris.house.gov/mcmorris-rodgers-rush-pass-bipartisan-american-compete-act-in-the-house/ | McMorris Rodgers, Rush Pass Bipartisan American COMPETE Act in the House | 2020-09-29 | 2020 | 2020-09 | Republican | House | WA | Cathy McMorris Rodgers | M001159 | mcmorris.house.gov | legacy | WASHINGTON, D.C. Today, Representatives Cathy McMorris Rodgers (R-WA) and Bobby Rush (D-IL) led in passing their American Competitiveness on More Productive Emerging Tech Economy (COMPETE) Act (H.R. 8132) in the House to restore American global competitiveness in emerging technologies and win the future. This bipartisan legislation passed the House today by a voice vote. In order for America to win the future, beat China, create jobs, and raise our standard of living, we need to lead the world in emerging technologies, said McMorris Rodgers. This legislation will unleash free-market American ingenuity by reducing regulatory and bureaucratic barriers to the development of next-gen tech and develop strategies to enhance U.S. competitiveness in these areas. The American COMPETE Act will help us regain our global competitive edge and lead us into the future on artificial intelligence, quantum computing, blockchain, Internet of Things, and more. Today's vote marks an important step forward in maintaining the United States' lead on the technologies of the future. In passing this bill, the House has made a statement about the value it places on these emerging technologies and how we can use them to help people across the country, said Rep. Rush. I am grateful to my friend and colleague, Rep. Cathy McMorris Rodgers, for her dedication and diligence to this issue and look forward to seeing this bill signed into law. NOTE: Introduced on August 31, 2020, the American COMPETE Act is a package of legislation made up of provisions from nine previous introduced bills, including: H.R. 6950 the Generating Artificial Intelligence Network Security (GAINS) Act (Rep. McMorris Rodgers) H.R. 2644 the SMART IoT Act (Rep. Latta) H.R. 6943 the Advancing Unmanned Delivery Services Act (Rep. Latta) H.R. 6919 the Advancing Quantum Computing Act (Rep. Griffith) H.R. 6939 the Advancing IoT Manufacturing Act (Rep. Hudson) H.R. 6928 the Advancing 3D Printing Act (Rep. Burgess) H.R. 6926 the Advancing New and Advanced Materials Act (Re… | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://newhouse.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/pnw-members-applaud-final-decision-columbia-river-system-completion | PNW Members Applaud Final Decision on Columbia River System, Completion of Western Water Memorandum | 2020-09-29 | 2020 | 2020-09 | Republican | Senate | WA | Dan Newhouse | N000189 | newhouse.house.gov | legacy | WASHINGTON, D.C. Today, Members of the Pacific Northwest's congressional delegation released the following statements after the final Record of Decision on the Columbia River System Operations was filed, signaling the completion of President Trump's Presidential Memorandum on Promoting the Reliable Supply and Delivery of Water in the West: Federal water infrastructure makes our way of life possible throughout the West. Central Washington boasts one of the most productive agricultural regions in the country, and our farmers and ranchers would simply not be able to provide food and fiber for the world without a reliable supply of our most precious resource: water, said Rep. Dan Newhouse (R-WA). The Presidential Memorandum, which called for the completion of the scientific environmental review for the Columbia River System Operations a year sooner than originally slated, is delivering certainty to not only our agriculture industry, but to the millions of people who rely on the clean and reliable power generated by our hydroelectric dams. I applaud President Trump and his Administration for working collaboratively to support our federal water infrastructure, ensure reliable water supply and delivery, and develop a plan for the future. The Columbia and Snake River dams are foundational to our way of life in the Pacific Northwest, said Rep. Cathy McMorris Rodgers (R-WA). They provide us clean, renewable, low-cost energy, support our farmers, provide flood control to our region, and so much more. Based on the best available science, the Columbia River System Operations (CRSO) Record of Decision confirms what we already knew, our dams and river system are essential to our region. Alongside this decision, the administration's announcement today regarding their actions to ensure a reliable supply of water to the Western United States is essential to meeting the needs of communities in Eastern Washington. Thank you to President Trump for prioritizing and delivering results on these important issues. The Columbia River is v… | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://newhouse.house.gov/media-center/weekly-columns-and-op-eds/column-renewing-our-commitment-impact-aid-and-rural-students | COLUMN: Renewing Our Commitment to Impact Aid and Rural Students | 2020-09-28 | 2020 | 2020-09 | Republican | Senate | WA | Dan Newhouse | N000189 | newhouse.house.gov | legacy | Many of us are familiar with how our school districts are funded. Construction costs, maintenance updates, teacher salaries, and more are funded by local taxpayers. With local property taxes, levies, and bonds, superintendents and school district administrators work to ensure our students receive the high-quality education they deserve. Over the past several years, many of our school districts have expanded to accommodate growing numbers of students. But what happens when a school district is on or surrounded by federal land? To fulfill our commitment to future generations of Americans, the federal government established the Impact Aid program. Impact Aid provides federal dollars to school districts who serve federally-connected children, or communities on land that is exempt from local property tax, such as U.S. military installments, tribal reservations, low-rent housing properties, and other federally-connected lands. From tribal reservations and Bureau of Reclamation lands to the Hanford Site, the federal government has a significant footprint in Central Washington. Because of this, almost every county in the 4th Congressional District contains areas with a diminished local tax base that our school districts rely on to provide for our students. Whether they know it or not, hundreds of families in our region have benefited from this federal program, from Mt. Adams School District in Yakima County to Nespelem School District in Okanogan. In 2018, Central Washington's school districts received more than $6 million in Impact Aid payments. These reimbursements have allowed school districts to complete construction at new schools, expand classroom sizes, and ensure safe facilities for our students and families. Growing up near the Yakama Nation reservation, I have long understood how federally-impacted lands affect our local school districts, and since being elected to Congress, I have met with superintendents up and down Central Washington who have strongly advocated for continued Impact Aid reimbursements and sha… | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| http://jhb.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=402007 | Jaime Herrera Beutler Files Discharge Petition in House to Revive Paycheck Protection Program | 2020-09-25 | 2020 | 2020-09 | Republican | Senate | WA | Jaime Herrera Beutler | H001056 | jhb.house.gov | legacy | This morning, Congresswoman Jaime Herrera Beutler (WA-03) filed a discharge petition in the U.S. House of Representatives to force a vote to extend the Paycheck Protection Program (PPP), a lifeline for small businesses in Southwest Washington and across the country. The discharge petition, should it garner the required 218 signatures from U.S. Representatives, will then allow the House to bring to the floor a bill, authored by House Small Business Committee Ranking Member Rep. Steve Chabot (OH-01), to distribute the remaining nearly $135 billion in current PPP funds sitting idle after the program's August 8 expiration. Speaker Nancy Pelosi continues to stall bringing forth legislation that would distribute the forgivable PPP loans to small businesses who are nearly on the brink of collapse. This public health crisis has left our small businesses near permanent closure, and that will happen on a massive scale if Congress doesn't act. Yet Congress isn't acting, so I've filed the discharge petition in the House today so we can bypass the political posturing and bring relief to our nation's small businesses and their employees. Other relief remains vital, but we either save jobs and businesses now or provide triage soon for the damage caused by empty buildings, lost livelihoods and health care plans, and fewer employment opportunities overall. Reviving the PPP has to be our priority, Herrera Beutler said. The Paycheck Protection Program has served as a critical lifeline for America's small businesses. Since its launch, the program is credited with saving 51 million jobs nationwide. But our work in helping small business owners stay open and keep employees on payroll is not done. A recent report indicates that as many as 36 percent small businesses say if no new funding comes from Congress soon, they will be forced to lay off workers or cut back hours. Democrats have consistently blocked or delayed relief, but Republicans are not giving up. That is why House Republicans, led by Congresswoman Jaime Herrera Beutler … | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://mcmorris.house.gov/my-votes-week-of-september-21st/ | My Votes – Week of September 21st | 2020-09-25 | 2020 | 2020-09 | Republican | House | WA | Cathy McMorris Rodgers | M001159 | mcmorris.house.gov | legacy | Result and Date Bill # Bill Title My Vote What it means for you and your family 9/22/2020 Passed 359-57-1 H.R. 8337 Continuing Appropriations Act YES This important bill keeps the government funded through December 11, 2020, and extends several key programs such as Medicare, Medicaid, and nutritional assistance. 9/22/2020 PASSED 406-3 H.R. 6210 Uyghur Forced Labor Prevention Act YES This imposes various restrictions related to China's Xinjiang Uyghur Autonomous region, such as prohibiting certain imports from Xinjiang and imposing sanctions on those responsible for human rights violations there. In a white paper released last week, the Chinese Government confirmed that from 2014-2019 up to 9 million Uyghurs were detained. 9/22/2020 PASSED 414-0 H.R. 5664 Leveraging Information on Foreign Traffickers Act YES Amends the Trafficking Victims Protection Act of 2000 to ensure adequate preparation of the annual Trafficking in Persons Report, the timely provision of information to the Office to Monitor, and Combat Trafficking in Persons and the Bureau of Diplomatic Security of the Department of State regarding the number and location of visa denials based, in whole or in part, on grounds related to human trafficking. 9/21/2020 PASSED 410-5 H.R. 451 Don't Break up the T-Band Act YES This bill repeals the section of the Middle Class Tax Relief and Job Creation Act of 2012. Some of the communications of our public safety departments have built networks using T-Band. Auctioning the T-Band spectrum for use by the private sector before public safety departments are ready to transition would endanger public safety in 11 metropolitan markets across the country. 9/21/2020 PASSED VOICE S. 209 PROGRESS for Indian Tribes Act YES Replaces the Tribal Self-Governance Demonstration Project with the Tribal Self-Governance Program. Under the program, Native American tribes or organizations may receive grants to plan for participation in self-governance and to negotiate the terms of participation. 9/21/2020 PASSED VOICE H.R. 3160 Blackwate… | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://mcmorris.house.gov/mcmorris-rodgers-calls-out-twitter-over-reckless-content-management-practices/ | McMorris Rodgers Calls Out Twitter Over Reckless Content Management Practices | 2020-09-24 | 2020 | 2020-09 | Republican | House | WA | Cathy McMorris Rodgers | M001159 | mcmorris.house.gov | legacy | WASHINGTON, D.C. Today, Eastern Washington Congresswoman Cathy McMorris Rodgers (WA-05), Republican Leader on the Energy and Commerce Subcommittee on Consumer Protection and Commerce, called out @Jack and Twitter at a hearing over their reckless political content management practices that allow for disinformation, threats, and incitement of violence, as long as it influences the election in favor of the political whims of the woke mob. Watch her full remarks here: As Cathy said at today's hearing, Twitter's rules say they are intended to ensure ALL people can participate in public conversation freely and safely. But that's not what we are seeing. To further its leadership's political agenda, Twitter has instead embraced an inconsistent application of its standards.Unlike President Trump, they haven't been fact-checked or tagged for violation of standards by @Jack. The World Health Organization shared this propaganda from the CCP, quote: Preliminary investigations conducted by the Chinese authorities have found no clear evidence of human-to-human transmission of the novel #coronavirus.' That's False. She continued, Another example is a well-known online activist on the Left who has repeatedly doxxed and falsely accused innocent people of heinous crimes. Like falsely accusing a Texas state trooper of rape. He also accused an innocent man of murdering a 7-year old girl. Death threats were sent to the man's family and he ultimately took his own life. This online activist also used Twitter to threaten the lives of innocent police officers in Kenosha, Wisconsin. Twitter said this didn't violate their standards. This tweet is word-for-word from a candidate challenging Republican Congressman Brian Mast. She tweeted; I quote: is that really the new rule they want? Killing is okay if it's a bad guy? Is it now open season on Trump Barr Kavanaugh Pompeo' end quote. Can you imagine if the President or any Republican said that about Democrats? My only hope is the Secret Service took this threat more seriously than Jack. Cat… | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://mcmorris.house.gov/mcmorris-rodgerss-us-safe-web-extension-act-passes-senate-heads-to-presidents-desk-to-become-law/ | McMorris Rodgers’s US SAFE WEB Extension Act Passes Senate, Heads to President’s Desk to Become Law | 2020-09-24 | 2020 | 2020-09 | Republican | House | WA | Cathy McMorris Rodgers | M001159 | mcmorris.house.gov | legacy | WASHINGTON, D.C. Today the US SAFE WEB Extension Act (H.R. 4779), legislation introduced by Eastern Washington Congresswoman Cathy McMorris Rodgers (R-WA) and Rep. Robin Kelly (D-IL), passed the Senate by a voice vote and now heads to President Donald Trump's desk to be signed into law. This legislation passed the House by voice vote on December 16, 2019. Bad actors from around the world seek to target and exploit Americans online. In order to keep people in Eastern Washington safe from those who wish to do them hard, we need to make sure the Federal Trade Commission has the resources they need to step in, address international threats online, and protect Americans' sensitive or financial information, said McMorris Rodgers. Especially during a pandemic when people are at greater risk of scams and deception, I'm happy to get this legislation through the Senate and have President Trump sign it into law to keep Americans and their information safe. I'm glad to see the Senate pass the bipartisan US SAFEWEB Act and that it will now advance to the President's desk. Those seeking to deceive and defraud American families often use international borders as a shield against law enforcement. We should be able to work with our global partners to address malicious activity. This reauthorization ensures the Federal Trade Commission has the resources and authority to cooperate with foreign law enforcement partners, said Congresswoman Robin Kelly. NOTE: The Undertaking Spam, Spyware, And Fraud Enforcement With Enforcers beyond Borders Act of 2006 (U.S. SAFE WEB Act) gives the FTC critical powers to enhance cross-border cooperation on consumer protection investigations and fraud actions, as well as to support cross-border data transfer mechanisms like the EU-U.S. Privacy Shield. Congress enacted the U.S. SAFE WEB Act in 2006 and reauthorized it in 2012 for the period through September 2020. Cathy's U.S. SAFE WEB Extension Act would extend the program through 2027. # # # | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://newhouse.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/newhouse-levin-introduce-resolution-honor-70th-anniversary-impact-aid | Newhouse, Levin Introduce Resolution to Honor 70th Anniversary of Impact Aid | 2020-09-22 | 2020 | 2020-09 | Republican | Senate | WA | Dan Newhouse | N000189 | newhouse.house.gov | legacy | WASHINGTON, D.C. Today, Reps. Dan Newhouse (R-WA) and Mike Levin (D-CA) introduced a resolution to recognize and celebrate the 70th anniversary of Impact Aid on September 30, 2020. As Co-Chair of the House Impact Aid Caucus, Rep. Newhouse leads 90 bipartisan members to support and advocate for the Impact Aid program, which provides critical reimbursements for school districts impacted by nontaxable federal property. Central Washington's students and school districts greatly benefit from the Impact Aid program, and I am proud to support these critical reimbursements, said Rep. Newhouse. From tribal reservations to Bureau of Reclamation lands, the federal government has a large footprint in our district, and we have a responsibility to ensure our students have access to the educational opportunities they deserve despite a significantly diminished local tax base. I thank Rep. Levin for partnering with me to introduce this resolution recognizing 70 years of Impact Aid. The Impact Aid program provides critical support to over 1,200 school districts that serve some of our most vulnerable student populations. We must continue to provide these school districts with the resources they need to serve students during the COVID-19 pandemic and beyond, said Rep. Levin. Impact Aid is also critical for the military families I serve and schools on Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton, including San Onofre Elementary and Mary Fay Pendleton Elementary. I'm proud to lead this bipartisan resolution with Rep. Newhouse reaffirming our commitment to supporting them. For 70 years, Impact Aid has played a critical role in school districts' efforts to provide all students with the opportunities they need to meet their full potential, said Hilary Goldmann, Executive Director of the National Association of Federally Impacted Schools. The flexible funds provided by the program are used for instructional materials, technology, staffing, social emotional supports and other priorities identified by local officials. In the context of COVID-19, Impa… | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://newhouse.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/newhouse-statement-short-term-continuing-resolution | Newhouse Statement on Short-Term Continuing Resolution | 2020-09-22 | 2020 | 2020-09 | Republican | Senate | WA | Dan Newhouse | N000189 | newhouse.house.gov | legacy | WASHINGTON, D.C. Today, Rep. Dan Newhouse (R-WA) released the following statement after voting to support H.R. 8319, the Continuing Appropriations Act, a spending bill that funds the government through December 11, 2020: A short-term funding solution is never ideal, but this Continuing Resolution provides for many of Central Washington's priorities, said Rep. Newhouse. I'm glad to see Democrat leadership listened to the outcries from both sides of the aisle and included critical agriculture provisions like mandatory programs for conservation, child nutrition, risk management, and wildfire recovery to help our farmers and ranchers continue their essential work. The legislation also includes a provision I worked to include to ensure we can retain our Hanford workforce and the extension of important health programs our communities rely on, including Community Health Centers and Teaching Health Center programs. As an Appropriator, I believe Congress must do its job and pass the full appropriations bills, and as negotiations proceed, I will continue to advocate for responsible federal spending that will meet the needs of our communities and empower Central Washington to recover from the COVID-19 pandemic. | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| http://jhb.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=402000 | Jaime Herrera Beutler Introduces Bipartisan Legislation to Protect New Mothers from Surprise Bills | 2020-09-21 | 2020 | 2020-09 | Republican | Senate | WA | Jaime Herrera Beutler | H001056 | jhb.house.gov | legacy | Congresswoman Jaime Herrera Beutler (WA-03) today introduced bipartisan legislation to protect new parents from surprise medical bills. The No Surprise Bills for New Moms Act, co-led by Congresswoman Katie Porter (CA-45), would simplify the process for enrolling newborns in health coverage. As a mother to three young children, I can report that the last thing on your mind after having a baby is rushing to fill out complex insurance paperwork to ensure your infant's health insurance is covered, Herrera Beutler said. Yet this glaring loophole that leads to surprise billing is saddling countless new parents with thousands of dollars in expenses they weren't anticipating and is contributing to rising health care costs in our country.I'm pleased to partner on this bipartisan legislation today to ensure new parents will have the flexibility to enroll their new infant in health insurance, and to focus on what is most important the health and wellbeing of the mom and their new child. The No Surprise Bills for New Moms Act will simplify the insurance enrollment process by: Requiring all health plans and insurers cover newborns under the mother's coverage for 30 days after birth. Establishing a uniform 60-day enrollment period for all plans and insurers after the first 30 days after birth for newborns. This gives parent(s) sufficient time to enroll their newborn in coverage and handle enrollment issues that may arise. Requiring all health plans and insurers notify parent(s) if they receive a bill for an uncovered newborn. If an insurer receives a bill from a hospital or provider for a newborn that is not yet enrolled in coverage, they must notify the parent(s) immediately. Representatives Peter Welch (VT-At Large), Tom Cole (OK-4), David Trone (MD-6), Jeff Van Drew (NJ-2), Gil Cisneros (CA-39), and Brian Fitzpatrick (PA-1) also joined as original cosponsors of the legislation. The legislation has earned the endorsement of numerous women's and children's health organizations, including … | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| http://jhb.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=402001 | U.S. House Passes Jaime Herrera Beutler-Supported Bill to Improve Maternal Health | 2020-09-21 | 2020 | 2020-09 | Republican | Senate | WA | Jaime Herrera Beutler | H001056 | jhb.house.gov | legacy | Today, the U.S. House of Representatives passed the Maternal Health Quality Improvement Act of 2019, bipartisan legislation co-sponsored by Congresswoman Jaime Herrera Beutler (WA-03), which will take steps to reduce maternal mortality and morbidity and improve health services for women in Southwest Washington and across the country. H.R. 4995, the Maternal Health Quality Improvement Act of 2019, will increase access to health services for women in rural areas, expand telehealth grants to include maternal health providers, and improve the quality of care and training for maternal health providers to improve birth outcomes and save lives during pregnancy, childbirth, and postpartum. It's encouraging that Congress is continuing to tackle the maternal mortality crisis that has been plaguing our country for far too long, Herrera Beutler said. The Maternal Health Quality Improvement Act is a step in the right direction, and will build upon my Preventing Maternal Deaths Act, which was signed into law in 2018. I'm going to continue advocating for solutions will help improve the health and wellbeing of moms and babies in Southwest Washington and across the nation. The legislation will also create a grant program to establish rural obstetric networks aimed at improving birth outcomes and reducing maternal mortality for Native American and Alaskan Inuit population, two minority groups who face a higher rate of maternal deaths. Maternal Mortality Crisis in the United States The United States has one of the highest maternal mortality rates among developed nations, and according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), nearly 700 women in the U.S. die from pregnancy-related complications each year. Herrera Beutler's landmark maternal health legislation, the Preventing Maternal Deaths Act, was approved by Congress and signed into law in 2018, and was the strongest effort Congress had taken to reserve the endemic maternal mortality rate in the U.S. | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| http://jhb.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=402002 | U.S. House Approves Herrera Beutlers Bipartisan Scarletts Sunshine on Sudden Unexpected Death Act | 2020-09-21 | 2020 | 2020-09 | Republican | Senate | WA | Jaime Herrera Beutler | H001056 | jhb.house.gov | legacy | Today, the U.S. House of Representatives passed the Scarlett's Sunshine on Sudden Unexpected Death Act bipartisan and bicameral legislation introduced by Congresswoman Jaime Herrera Beutler (WA-03), and Representatives Gwen Moore (WI-04) and Tom Cole (OK-4). The companion measure to this legislation introduced in the U.S. Senate by Senators Bob Casey, Johnny Isakson, Sherrod Brown and Doug Jones passed the Senate earlier this year. This bill will provide critical support for advocates and families impacted by Sudden Unexpected Infant Death (SUID) and Sudden Unexplained Death in Childhood (SUDC). It would also provide grants to states, municipalities, and nonprofits to improve data collection and death scene investigations for deaths categorized as SUID or SUDC. Additionally, this legislation would help promote safe sleep practices to help prevent these tragedies and when one does occur, ensure a death review is conducted. The United States has one of the highest infant mortality rates among other developed nations and this legislation is a crucial first step in addressing this crisis. I've heard one too many heartbreaking stories from parents who have lost a child due to SIDS, which are unbearable losses to these families, Herrera Beutler said. I'm pleased the House approved this critical, bipartisan legislation today that aims to help identify possible causes to sudden and unexpected deaths among children and infants and prevent other families from experiencing these terrible tragedies. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), there are roughly 3,500 sudden unexpected infant deaths and 400 sudden unexpected child deaths in the U.S. each year. | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://newhouse.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/newhouse-led-legislation-address-crisis-mmiw-heads-president-trump-s | Newhouse-Led Legislation to Address Crisis of MMIW Heads to President Trumps Desk | 2020-09-21 | 2020 | 2020-09 | Republican | Senate | WA | Dan Newhouse | N000189 | newhouse.house.gov | legacy | WASHINGTON, D.C. Today, Rep. Dan Newhouse (R-WA) praised the unanimous passage of Savanna's Act and the Not Invisible Act by the U.S. House of Representatives. Both pieces of legislation were previously passed unanimously by the House Judiciary Committee and the United States Senate. The bills will now head to President Trump's desk to be signed into law. House passage of these two bipartisan bills, which aim to address the crisis of missing and murdered indigenous women, comes as a result of Rep. Newhouse's efforts over several years to encourage federal action. On July 17, 2020, Rep. Newhouse led a bipartisan letter to Speaker Pelosi urging congressional action on Savanna's Act and the Not Invisible Act. Most recently, on September 17, he was joined by his colleagues in demanding a House vote on the legislation. Click here to watch Rep. Newhouse's remarks on the House floor in support of Savanna's Act. The passing of this legislation is long overdue, said Rep. Newhouse. Throughout Central Washington and across the country, the families and loved ones of thousands of missing or murdered indigenous women are awaiting justice. This crisis has been going on for decades, and our Native communities have had enough. It is because of their voices and their strong advocacy that we are able to pass this legislation and finally send Savanna's Act to President Trump's desk to be signed into law. Rep. Newhouse joined Reps. Norma Torres (D-CA) and Deb Haaland (D-NM) to introduce Savanna's Act in May 2019. The legislation, named in honor of Savanna LaFontaine-Greywind, addresses the disturbing increase in murdered and missing Native America women by creating new guidelines for responding to such cases and by incentivizing various law enforcement agencies to implement them. Native women have endured horrific rates of assault, rape and murder for far too long, and innocent people like Savanna have been lost with too little effort spent on ending this scourge, said Rep. Torres. That shameful reality stops today. I am incredib… | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://newhouse.house.gov/media-center/weekly-columns-and-op-eds/column-celebrating-national-clean-energy-week | COLUMN: Celebrating National Clean Energy Week | 2020-09-21 | 2020 | 2020-09 | Republican | Senate | WA | Dan Newhouse | N000189 | newhouse.house.gov | legacy | As someone who was born and raised in beautiful Central Washington, I understand the importance of bolstering our clean energy resources. For as long as I can remember, our communities have been recognized as a hub for innovative solutions that ensure a cleaner, brighter, more energy-efficient future for us all. This week, we celebrate National Clean Energy Week. During this time, Americans are encouraged to consider the impact that clean energy has on our daily lives, and Central Washington is no exception. The diverse energy sources in our region from hydropower and nuclear energy to wind, biomass, and solar power make Central Washington a shining example of an all-of-the-above energy system the rest of the nation should strive to achieve. Perhaps the most significant clean energy source in our backyards is hydropower. Our impressive dam system provides reliable energy to millions of people, and according to the U.S. Energy Information Administration, Washington state generates more hydroelectric power than any other state. The Grand Coulee Dam is the largest power station in the nation, supplying an average of 21 billion kilowatt-hours of clean, affordable, and reliable electricity to 11 states and Canada each year. Additionally, the Columbia and Snake River Dams produce nearly 60% of the energy in Washington, Oregon, Idaho, and Montana. Many self-proclaimed environmentalists have tried to remove this important clean energy infrastructure, but those who listen to sound science have refuted their claims. I am honored to stand in steadfast support for this vital energy source that literally fuels our region. Wind turbines scattered throughout Central Washington generate more than 3,000 megawatts of electricity each year. Adams County is home to Washington's largest solar farm, which is 25 times larger than any other solar farm in the state, and earlier this month, Violet Power announced they would be locating a new solar power manufacturing plant in Moses Lake, creating 1000 jobs and helping the U.S. secure ou… | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://mcmorris.house.gov/my-votes-week-of-september-14th/ | My Votes – Week of September 14th | 2020-09-18 | 2020 | 2020-09 | Republican | House | WA | Cathy McMorris Rodgers | M001159 | mcmorris.house.gov | legacy | RULE BILLS **A rule bill is a bill passed through a full House vote under a rule that has been voted and agreed upon by the Rules Committee. Rule bills require a simple majority of the House to pass (218 votes) through a recorded vote. Result and Date Bill # Bill Title My Vote What it means for you and your family 9/15/2020 PASSED 248-167 H.R. 2639 Strength in Diversity Act of 2020 NO Racial isolation or concentration of poverty is something we must address. However, instead of finding a bipartisan solution, Democrats pursued a top-down, big-government approach that prioritizes teachers unions' over families. The bill fails to address the biggest problem facing low-income students and students of color- a lack of high-quality educational options. Instead of passing a commonsense, bipartisan approach to addressing these issues, Democrats decided to put politics over people. 9/16/2020 PASSED 232-188 H.R. 2574 Equity and Inclusion Enforcement Act of 2019 NO This legislation creates a private right of action for violations of federal regulations that prohibit discrimination on the ground of race, color, or national origin in programs or activities receiving federal financial assistance. Republicans stand willing to work on common-sense reforms so that all children have access to an inclusive, diverse, and high-quality education, but this bill is yet another handout to suit-happy trial lawyers. 9/17/2020 PASSED 243-164 H.Res. 908 Condemning all forms of anti-Asian sentiment as related to COVID-19 NO Discrimination based on ethnicity has no place in our society. Despite its name, this legislation instead lets China off the hook for their early cover up COVID-19. This legislation ignores the manipulation of the World Health Organization by the Chinese Communist Party and instead argues that nothing could have been done and no one should be blamed. 9/17/2020 PASSED 329-73 H.R. 2694 Pregnant Workers Fairness Act YES I was a cosponsor of this bill, which prohibits employment practices that discriminate against making reaso… | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://newhouse.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/newhouse-applauds-usda-announcement-covid-19-relief-central-washington | Newhouse Applauds USDA Announcement of COVID-19 Relief for Central Washington Agriculture | 2020-09-18 | 2020 | 2020-09 | Republican | House | WA | Dan Newhouse | N000189 | newhouse.house.gov | legacy | WASHINGTON, D.C. Today, Rep. Dan Newhouse (R-WA) released the following statement after President Trump and U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Secretary Sonny Perdue announced the second round of the Coronavirus Food Assistance Program (CFAP 2) will provide up to an additional $14 billion for agricultural producers who continue to face disruptions and associated costs due to COVID-19: Central Washington's agriculture producers are resilient, but the COVID-19 pandemic has had a significant impact on our ability to maintain a strong, stable food supply chain, said Rep. Newhouse. Over the past few months, I have worked with Secretary Perdue to advocate for our agriculture commodities that were originally left out of the CFAP, including apples, potatoes, sweet cherries, hops, wine grapes, and wheat; these industries are huge economic drivers for our state, and now they will be included. This assistance will provide desperately-needed relief to our hard-working producers and allow them to continue feeding the world through this pandemic and into the future. Thank you, Secretary Perdue, for listening to the voices of Central Washington's farmers and ranchers. CFAP 2 will be available for producers of several Central Washington commodities: Grapes and wine grapes, all classes of wheat, apples, potatoes, pears, cherries, blueberries, mint, peppermint, and others. The program will also provide additional support for dairy and livestock. Upon the creation of CFAP, Rep. Newhouse applauded Secretary Perdue and President Trump for providing for America's farmers and ranchers. He has worked closely with USDA to advocate for Central Washington's agriculture industry. Today, Rep. Newhouse sent a letter to Secretary Perdue, thanking him for hearing the concerns of Central Washington producers and adjusting the program to deliver relief. Farmers and ranchers can sign up for CFAP 2 starting September 21 through December 11, 2020. Producers can apply for CFAP 2 at USDA's Farm Service Agency (FSA) county offices. This program p… | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| http://jhb.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=401998 | U.S. House Approves Herrera Beutlers Bill to Protect Pregnant Workers | 2020-09-17 | 2020 | 2020-09 | Republican | House | WA | Jaime Herrera Beutler | H001056 | jhb.house.gov | legacy | Today, the U.S. House of Representatives passed the bipartisan Pregnant Workers Fairness Act, legislation introduced by Congresswoman Jaime Herrera Beutler (WA-03) to help pregnant workers have healthy and safe pregnancies while continuing to work. H.R. 2694, the Pregnant Workers Fairness Act, would require employers to implement reasonable accommodations for pregnant workers to allow those women to continue working to provide for their families. As a mom who has had three kids while serving in Congress, I understand the balancing act for women who want to remain in the workplace while raising a family, and safeguard their health. The Pregnant Workers Fairness Act is an important step in that effort and will ensure pregnant workers receive reasonable accommodations at work like a bottle of water, an extra bathroom break, or even a stool to sit on at work. This bill is also good for our economy; with women making up over half of our nation's workforce, it's imperative that soon-to-be moms can continue to provide for their families and support America's small businesses and employers especially right now. I'm pleased the House approved this legislation, and I look forward to its swift passage in the Senate, Herrera Beutler said. Herrera Beutler has been a national and vocal advocate for the Pregnant Workers Fairness Act. In November 2019, she highlighted the bill's approval by the U.S. House Education and Labor Committee, and spoke to CBS News in January on the importance of this piece of legislation. The bill has earned the support of restaurants, retail employers, health organizations, and other businesses, and was formally endorsed by national business advocacy organizations, including: U.S. Chamber of Commerce National Restaurant Association National Retail Federation International Franchise Association Retail Industry Leaders Association H.R. 2694 passed the U.S. House by a bipartisan vote of 329 to 73, and now advances to the U.S. Senate for approval. | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| http://jhb.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=401999 | Jaime Herrera Beutler Leads Effort to Force U.S. House Vote to Extend Paycheck Protection Program | 2020-09-17 | 2020 | 2020-09 | Republican | House | WA | Jaime Herrera Beutler | H001056 | jhb.house.gov | legacy | Congresswoman Jaime Herrera Beutler (WA-03) intends to force a vote by the U.S. House to extend the lifeline Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) using a legislative maneuver called a discharge petition. Last night, Herrera Beutler filed a formal resolution in the U.S. House of Representatives to allow expedited floor consideration of a bill to extend the PPP. According to U.S. House rules, the earliest she can file the formal petition is Friday, September 25. After that, should the petition garner 218 signatures from Representatives, the House will then be compelled to vote on whether to bring to the floor a previously introduced bill, authored by House Small Business Committee Ranking Member Rep. Steve Chabot (OH-01), to distribute the remaining $134 billion in current PPP reserves that are now sitting idle after the program's August 8 expiration. Speaker Pelosi continues to stall on bringing forth any bill that would distribute forgivable loans to small businesses ailing because of COVID and COVID-related restrictions, and now dangerous wildfire conditions plaguing much of the Western U.S. The Paycheck Protection Program has been a bridge for almost 9,500 small businesses in Southwest Washington alone, but if we fail to extend it immediately, it will have been a bridge to nowhere because small businesses remain on the brink of survival. I've introduced this discharge petition so we can go around Speaker Pelosi's unwillingness to make the Paycheck Protection Program a priority, and rush aid to small businesses who desperately need it, Herrera Beutler said. | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://mcmorris.house.gov/mcmorris-rodgers-speaks-directly-with-president-trump-about-wildfire-relief-funding-for-eastern-washington/ | McMorris Rodgers Speaks Directly with President Trump about Wildfire Relief Funding for Eastern Washington | 2020-09-17 | 2020 | 2020-09 | Republican | House | WA | Cathy McMorris Rodgers | M001159 | mcmorris.house.gov | legacy | WASHINGTON, D.C. Eastern Washington Congresswoman Cathy McMorris Rodgers (WA-05) yesterday evening spoke directly with President Donald J. Trump to urge him and his administration to fully support the wildfire relief needs of communities like Malden and Pine City in Washington. Cathy also sent a letter to White House Congressional Affairs yesterday and hand-delivered it to President Trump along with a packet of photos and stories further showing the heartbreak and devastation in Eastern Washington. Read the letter that Cathy gave to President Trump by clicking here. Last week, Cathy visited Malden and Pine City in Whitman County to see the destruction of the wildfires firsthand. As she said following that visit, It took my breath away to see the devastation in Malden and Pine City today. The city hall, post office, and fire station are all gone. 85 homes and surrounding farmland are destroyed, too. The community church up on the hill still stood despite fire damage on the backside. People had no time to prepare My team and I will continue working to support recovery efforts however we can. Once Governor Inslee makes the official request for federal assistance, as is required, I will work to ensure federal resources are available to help our communities rebuild. Learn more about that visit here. # # # | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://mcmorris.house.gov/reps-cathy-mcmorris-rodgers-and-bobby-scott-statement-on-report-to-repeal-subminimum-wage-for-people-with-disabilities/ | Reps. Cathy McMorris Rodgers and Bobby Scott Statement on Report to Repeal Subminimum Wage for People with Disabilities | 2020-09-17 | 2020 | 2020-09 | Republican | House | WA | Cathy McMorris Rodgers | M001159 | mcmorris.house.gov | legacy | WASHINGTON Congresswoman Cathy McMorris Rodgers (WA-05) and Congressman Bobby Scott (VA-03), chairman of the Committee on Education and Labor, released the following statements on the U.S. Commission on Civil Rights 2020 report on the subminimum wage and its impact on people with disabilities. In the report, the Commission recommends Congress repeal Section 14(c) with a planned phase-out period to allow transition among service providers and people with disabilities to alternative service models prioritizing competitive integrated employment. I agree with this recommendation from the U.S. Commission on Civil Rights, said McMorris Rodgers. I'm leading with Chairman Bobby Scott on the Transformation to Competitive Employment Act, which would phase out the subminimum wage for people with disabilities and strengthen programs to help more people find meaningful work. As America rebuilds from the health and economic crises created by the coronavirus, we must ensure people with disabilities aren't left behind. Just like everyone else, they deserve every chance to be part of America's comeback with a job that affirms their dignity and purpose. That's what makes a job more than just a paycheck. It's an opportunity for a better life. To empower more people with disabilities, Congress should listen to the Commission's findings and take action by sending our Transformation to Competitive Employment Act to President Trump's desk. Every worker deserves fulfilling employment and economic self-sufficiency. The Commission's report reveals what we already know to be true: Subminimum wages for people with disabilities is antiquated and inherently discriminatory, said Chairman Robert C. Bobby Scott. The report also confirms that competitive integrated employment is critical for increasing productivity, promoting financial independence, and attaining equal opportunity in our workforce. Thirty years after the Americans with Disabilities Act, we have yet to fully achieve equity for people with disabilities. That's why we must advance … | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://mcmorris.house.gov/washington-state-lawmakers-push-for-federal-emergency-disaster-declaration-following-wildfires/ | Washington State Lawmakers Push for Federal Emergency Disaster Declaration Following Wildfires | 2020-09-17 | 2020 | 2020-09 | Republican | House | WA | Cathy McMorris Rodgers | M001159 | mcmorris.house.gov | legacy | WASHINGTON, D.C. Led by Representative Cathy McMorris Rodgers (R-WA) and U.S. Senators Patty Murray (D-WA), Maria Cantwell (D-WA), today the entire Washington state congressional delegation wrote to President Trump in support of Governor Jay Inslee's request for a major disaster declaration for the state, as well as public assistance and individual assistance for Whitman County, following unprecedented recent wildfires in Eastern Washington and other areas. Additionally, with major fires continuing to burn across the Pacific Northwest, in the letter the lawmakers also offered support for emergency federal assistance in additional areas in the state impacted by wildfires that have cost lives, destroyed structures, forced thousands of families to evacuate their homes, and caused communities to lose power for extended periods. U.S. Representatives Adam Smith (D-WA, 9th), Rick Larsen (D-WA, 2nd), Jamie Herrera Beutler (R-WA 3rd), Suzan DelBene (D-WA, 1st), Denny Heck (D-WA, 10th), Derek Kilmer (D-WA, 6th), Dan Newhouse (R-WA, 4th), Pramila Jayapal (D-WA, 7th), and Kim Schrier, M.D. (D-WA, 8th) also joined the letter. As you know, Washington state is experiencing an unprecedented wildfire season,the lawmakers wrote.These disasters have stretched our state's wildfire-fighting resources thin and have further devastated communities impacted by the Novel Coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic. These wildfires have forced the evacuations of thousands of people, threatened 3,000 homes and structures, and deteriorated air quality to hazardous levels. Even more concerning, these numbers are expected to grow as wildfires are still wreaking havoc on our state and acreage burned is approaching levels seen in 2015,the lawmakers added. According to the Governor's office, beginning September 6, 2020, 39 new wildfire starts burned approximately 330,000 acres in the state. This total is more than double the amount of acreage burned in the state last year. In the five-day period between September 7 and 11, an estimated 626,982 acres burne… | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://newhouse.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/newhouse-leads-colleagues-demand-house-vote-mmiw-legislation | Newhouse Leads Colleagues to Demand House Vote on MMIW Legislation | 2020-09-17 | 2020 | 2020-09 | Republican | House | WA | Dan Newhouse | N000189 | newhouse.house.gov | legacy | WASHINGTON, D.C. Today, Rep. Dan Newhouse (R-WA) was joined by Reps. Chris Stewart (R-UT), Pete Stauber (R-MN), and Dusty Johnson (R-SD) to demand a House vote on two pieces of bipartisan legislation to address the crisis of missing and murdered indigenous women, Savanna's Act and the Not Invisible Act. These two bills have passed unanimously in the U.S. Senate and were approved unanimously by the House Judiciary Committee. The lawmakers convened in Emancipation Hall of the Capitol Visitor Center in front of the statue of Sarah Winnemucca, a symbolic figure who fought for the human rights of indigenous women to demand Speaker Pelosi bring the legislation to the floor for a vote immediately. Click here to watch the video. There is absolutely no reason these bills should not be considered today and in fact, it is only the U.S. House of Representatives that is standing in the way of them making it to President Trump's desk for his signature, said Rep. Newhouse. Speaker Pelosi, I implore you: Let us not allow another day go by that this chamber fails to address this crisis. We must act now. It has been 190 days more than half a year since these two bills passed unanimously by the United States Senate with complete bipartisan support, said Rep. Stewart. And yet they sit and languish here in the House. Speaker Pelosi, please tell us why. As Members of Congress, I believe that we have a moral obligation and a legislative duty to protect our Native American communities from further exploitation and violence, said Rep. Stauber. That is why I am calling on Speaker Pelosi to bring forward both the Not Invisible Act and Savanna's Act to the House floor next week. I want to thank my colleagues those who are gathered here as well as dozens of others who care about this issue for trying to elevate this; for trying to make sure that all the murdered and missing indigenous women and all of the women who have been victimized; that we come together to acknowledge that this is not a rural problem. This is not an urban proble… | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://newhouse.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/newhouse-introduces-bill-unlock-financing-federal-water-projects | Newhouse Introduces Bill to Unlock Financing for Federal Water Projects | 2020-09-15 | 2020 | 2020-09 | Republican | House | WA | Dan Newhouse | N000189 | newhouse.house.gov | legacy | WASHINGTON, D.C. Rep. Dan Newhouse (R-WA) joined Reps. John Garamendi (D-CA), TJ Cox (D-CA), Doug LaMalfa (R-CA), and Josh Harder (D-CA) to introduce H.R. 8217, the WIFIA Improvement Act. This bipartisan legislation would amend the Water Infrastructure Finance and Innovation Act (WIFIA) of 2014 to make public water projects eligible for low-interest, longer-term federal loans from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). Federal water projects play a significant role in our way of life throughout Central Washington, said Rep. Newhouse. In our region and across the West, our water infrastructure is aging and in need of repair or maintenance. By improving water managers' and operators' ability to finance long-term projects, we can better ensure long-term success for all who rely on this infrastructure for clean water and irrigation in rural communities. The WIFIA Improvement Act would allow water projects with longer useful lifecycles to receive federal WIFIA financing for 55-year loan terms instead of the current 35-year loan terms, thereby lowering the capital costs for such projects. Additionally, the legislation clarifies that WIFIA loans can be used for the repair, replacement, and rehabilitation of transferred works owned by the Bureau of Reclamation but maintained by local non-federal agencies, including several projects throughout the Yakima River Basin. The Roza Irrigation District has prided itself on keeping our facilities well maintained, but as our water delivery infrastructure continues to age, we will be facing the need for even larger, more expensive extraordinary maintenance projects, said Scott Revell, General Manager for Roza Irrigation District. This legislation will improve the Water Infrastructure Finance and Innovation Act (WIFIA) loan program to help affordably finance these major repairs to our irrigation infrastructure here in the lower Yakima River Basin. Our agriculture-based economy in the Yakima Valley will depend on the future investments we make to extend the useful life of o… | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| http://jhb.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=401995 | Jaime Herrera Beutler Secures Federal Funding for Cowlitz River Sediment Management | 2020-09-14 | 2020 | 2020-09 | Republican | House | WA | Jaime Herrera Beutler | H001056 | jhb.house.gov | legacy | Congresswoman Jaime Herrera Beutler announced today that she's secured $870,000 in federal funding for sediment monitoring and predesign work for the sediment retention structure (SRS) on the Lower Cowlitz River. With Herrera Beutler's steady advocation and support for the sediment management program, federal dollars have now been allocated to allow the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) to conduct sediment monitoring of the Lower Cowlitz River which will take the financial burden off of local governments that have had to shoulder this federal responsibility in recent years. This critical funding will provide information on the sediment retention structure's (SRS) ability to protect Cowlitz County residents from devastating floods, resulting from the buildup of volcanic sediment in the river from the 1980 eruption of Mount St. Helens. Protecting Cowlitz County communities from potential devastating floods is of extreme importance, and in order to accomplish that goal, we have to adequately monitor the Lower Cowlitz River and buildup of sediment caused by the eruption of Mount St. Helens, Herrera Beutler said. I'm grateful to the City of Longview and Cowlitz County for their work to help me secure the funding necessary to help protect homes, businesses, and families from potential life-threatening floods. On behalf of Cowlitz County, I want to thank Congresswoman Herrera Beutlerand our entire Congressional delegationfor their years long effort to secure this critical funding to ensure the federal government meets their obligation to protect Southwest Washington communities continuing to live with the aftermath of the 1980 Mt. St. Helens eruption from flooding, Cowlitz County Commissioner Dennis Weber said. Their collective work ensures that valuable local funding won't have to be used to meet this federal responsibility and puts us on a path to receiving annual federal appropriations for sediment monitoring along the Cowlitz River. Fighting for sediment monitoring funding Herrera Beutler has continued t… | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://mcmorris.house.gov/mcmorris-rodgers-clarke-introduce-government-spectrum-valuation-act/ | McMorris Rodgers, Clarke Introduce Government Spectrum Valuation Act | 2020-09-14 | 2020 | 2020-09 | Republican | House | WA | Cathy McMorris Rodgers | M001159 | mcmorris.house.gov | legacy | WASHINGTON, D.C. Eastern Washington Congresswoman Cathy McMorris Rodgers (WA-05), Republican Leader on the Energy and Commerce Subcommittee on Consumer Protection and Commerce, and Rep. Yvette D. Clarke (NY-09), Vice-Chair of the House Energy and Commerce Committee, today introduced the Government Spectrum Valuation Act to require the federal government to estimate and publish the commercial value of their spectrum holdings. Continuing to free up wireless spectrum is essential for maintaining and expanding American leadership in next-generation wireless technologies. It's a critical component in beating the Chinese in the race to 5G, expanding WiFi capacity, and deploying broadband networks in rural America, said McMorris Rodgers. While the federal government has taken steps to repurpose and auction more spectrum over the years, they still hold more than two-thirds of useable wireless spectrum. This legislation will bring transparency to the federal government's spectrum holdings by reporting on the commercial value of their spectrum. This is the first step towards incentivizing more responsible and efficient use by federal agencies and, in turn, lead to more spectrum being commercially available in the future. It is important for the American people to know just how valuable spectrum is to our nation, said Rep. Clarke. This is a crucial resource to promote innovation to meet consumer demand in a post-COVID America as many work and learn from home. I am proud to join my colleague, Rep. McMorris-Rogers in taking this step to achieve more transparent conversations about the opportunities of federal spectrum use. Read the full bill text by clicking here. # # # | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://newhouse.house.gov/media-center/weekly-columns-and-op-eds/column-agritourism-essential-and-safe | COLUMN: Agritourism is Essential and Safe | 2020-09-14 | 2020 | 2020-09 | Republican | Senate | WA | Dan Newhouse | N000189 | newhouse.house.gov | legacy | As we head into autumn, many Central Washington families, students, and businesses look forward to celebrating the fruits of our agricultural region at state and county fairs. For many, showcasing animals, livestock, and locally-grown food is a point of pride and the pinnacle of a year's hard work. Not only do fairs give us an opportunity to come together and better understand where our food comes from, but they also serve as an economic opportunity for many of our rural communities. In addition to large-scale events like fairs, our local farmers and ranchers open their farms to children and families to share the stories, natural products, and traditions of rural America year after year. Corn mazes, pumpkin patches, and apple orchards have become a staple in fall traditions, and our farmers are proud to welcome the next generation on to their homesteads. Agritourism has always been culturally and economically central to our way of life, but it is even more apparent this year. The gates on our fairgrounds unfortunately remain closed, and many of the small farms, who rely on fall visitors, worry about what this season will look like for their businesses and livelihoods. At the end of August, Governor Inslee issued a frustrating, misguided order, prohibiting the operation of corn mazes, pumpkin patches, and other forms of agritourism. This is yet another example of the Governor not fully considering the ramifications of such actions. The issuance of such an order with only weeks before these farms anticipate conducting operations on which they depend for a large portion of their revenues is patently irresponsible and gravely disappointing. Not only are state restrictions on the agritourism industry putting these farms and their proprietors at profound economic risk, but they lack sound reasoning from a policy-making standpoint. Many forms of agritourism from farm tours and hay bale rides to pumpkin and apple picking are almost exclusively conducted outside and at a distance from others. Once again, my question f… | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://newhouse.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/congressional-wine-caucus-co-chairs-newhouse-thompson-lead-bipartisan | Congressional Wine Caucus Co-Chairs Newhouse, Thompson Lead Bipartisan Group to Seek COVID-19 Relief for Wine Grape Growers | 2020-09-11 | 2020 | 2020-09 | Republican | House | WA | Dan Newhouse | N000189 | newhouse.house.gov | legacy | WASHINGTON, D.C. Congressional Wine Caucus Co-Chairs Reps. Dan Newhouse (R-WA) and Mike Thompson (D-CA) led a bipartisan group of lawmakers in a letter to U.S. Department of Agriculture Secretary Perdue seeking COVID-19 relief for American wine grape growers. The letter, signed by 41 bipartisan Members of Congress, notes the exclusion of wine grapes from the list of commodities eligible for the Coronavirus Food Assistance Program (CFAP) and details the losses experienced by wine grape growers due to the pandemic. The unprecedented economic shutdown due to COVID-19 of key market channels, both domestic and international, has affected many agricultural commodities, including wine grapes, wrote the lawmakers. The cessation of wine sales in multiple market channels has disrupted supply chains and forced wine grape growers to swim against a tide of deteriorating prices. The estimated revenue losses for the United States' 10,000 wineries and 8,000 wine grape growers due to COVID-19 could reach $5.94 billion. Despite reports of increased wine sales through retail channels from the beginning the pandemic, declines in sales to restaurants, hotels, stadiums, and direct-to-consumer sales from wineries has far exceeded any gain that may occur elsewhere. The national wine grape revenue for 2020 is estimated to decline by 25%, resulting in a $1.4 billion decline in the farmgate value of wine grapes. The lawmakers conclude, We urge you and your staff to reconsider what is clear and obvious: the COVID-19 pandemic has produced tremendously adverse consequences for growers of wine grapes. Washington state is the second largest wine grape producer in the United States, with over 1,000 wineries and more than 300 wine grape growers statewide. Our statistics from a just-completed study shows a 25% reduction in wine grape sales and 19% reduction in wine sales. That translates to a $855 million economic impact on Washington state's economy. That is devastating to our industry and to our state, said Vicky Scharlau, Executive Director of… | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| http://jhb.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=401993 | Jaime Herrera Beutler Secures Funding for Pioneer Street Extension Project to Serve City of Ridgefield | 2020-09-10 | 2020 | 2020-09 | Republican | House | WA | Jaime Herrera Beutler | H001056 | jhb.house.gov | legacy | Congresswoman Jaime Herrera Beutler (WA-03) today lauded an announcement by the U.S. Department of Transportation (USDOT) that the City of Ridgefield will be receiving a$5,812,000 grant for critical infrastructure upgrades. From her position as a senior member of the U.S. House Appropriations Committee, Herrera Beutler fought to secure critical funding which is now being awarded through theBetter Utilizing Investment to Leverage Development (BUILD) grant to the city of Ridgefield. Herrera Beutler has been working closely with Ridgefield officials to advocate for the BUILD grant targetedspecifically to this project. The BUILD grant will be used to expand and extend Pioneer Street to dramatically improve freight and vehicle mobility, address significant safety problems, and greatly expand land development in the Ridgefield Junction area. Ridgefield's economic development capacity is currently limited by insufficient access to industrial and commercial areas, preventing the city from growing an employment base. It's anticipated this increased access to develop land over a 20-year period would garner8,600 new full-time jobsand over$580 million in private investments. Ridgefield is one of our state's fastest-growing cities and we need infrastructure that can match this growth and allow more employment opportunities to come here, too,Herrera Beutler said.I worked in Congress to secure this critical funding so that Southwest Washington communities like Ridgefield can safely accommodate more jobs, offer more educational resources, and keep it a wonderful place to live as it grows in the coming years. We are so excited to receive word of our successful BUILD grant award for the Pioneer Street Extension Project. We could not have done this without the strong support and advocacy of Congresswoman Herrera Beutler and our Congressional delegation,Ridgefield Mayor Don Stose said.Their help in securing these critical federal dollars was so important to our success. The project will be a boon for our region for decades to co… | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| http://jhb.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=401994 | Jaime Herrera Beutler Secures Federal Funding for Hood River Bridge Replacement Project | 2020-09-10 | 2020 | 2020-09 | Republican | House | WA | Jaime Herrera Beutler | H001056 | jhb.house.gov | legacy | Congresswoman Jaime Herrera Beutler (WA-03) today applauded an announcement by the U.S. Department of Transportation (USDOT) that the Port of Hood River Project will be receiving a $5 million Better Utilizing Investment to Leverage Development (BUILD) grant for design work to rebuild the Hood River/White Salmon Interstate Bridge. As a senior member of the U.S. House Appropriations Committee, Herrera Beutler helped secure funding for this BUILD grant, which will be used to fund engineering and other supporting studies for the replacement of the Hood River/White Salmon Interstate Bridge. In addition, Herrera Beutler worked with USDOT earlier this year, urging a BUILD grant be put in place to fund design work associated with replacing the nearly 100-year-old bridge. I'm pleased to have secured funds to advance the process of restoring and rebuilding the nearly 100-year-old bridge on which so many folks in White Salmon, Bingen, and other communities in Southwest Washington rely. I was honored to help secure these federal dollars as a senior member of the House Appropriations Committee, and it's great to see crucial steps being made on this long-overdue project, Herrera Beutler said. | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://mcmorris.house.gov/mcmorris-rodgers-tours-malden-and-pine-city/ | McMorris Rodgers Tours Malden and Pine City | 2020-09-10 | 2020 | 2020-09 | Republican | House | WA | Cathy McMorris Rodgers | M001159 | mcmorris.house.gov | legacy | WASHINGTON, D. C. Today, Eastern Washington Congresswoman Cathy McMorris Rodgers (WA-05) visited the towns of Malden and Pine City which have been impacted by this week's fires. As Cathy said on Facebook following the visit, It took my breath away to see the devastation in Malden and Pine City today. The city hall, post office, and fire station are all gone. 85 homes and surrounding farmland are destroyed, too. The community church up on the hill still stood despite fire damage on the backside. People had no time to prepare. They saw the fire. The next minute Whitman County Sheriff Brett Myers and Malden Mayor Chris Ferrell urged everyone to evacuate. They literally had only minutes. It's a miracle no lives were lost. It's a tribute to neighbor helping neighbor. I thank all who have responded firefighters, local officials, the veteran center, the Red Cross, and many more. It took my breath away to see the devastation in Malden and Pine City today. The city hall, post office, and fire Posted by Congresswoman Cathy McMorris Rodgers onThursday, September 10, 2020 McMorris Rodgers also responded early this week to news of the fires. She said, My prayers for safety go out to all of the families impacted. I will be working with and supporting state and local officials and doing everything I can on the federal level to ensure our communities have the resources they need to rebuild. My team and I are continuing to monitor the ongoing fires and will support fire responders in containing these fires however possible. # # # | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| http://jhb.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=401990 | Jaime Herrera Beutler Secures Critical Housing Grants for Southwest Washington Communities | 2020-09-09 | 2020 | 2020-09 | Republican | House | WA | Jaime Herrera Beutler | H001056 | jhb.house.gov | legacy | Congresswoman Jaime Herrera Beutler today applauded an announcement by the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) that more than $2.5 million in CARES Act funding will go to housing grants targeted directly at Southwest Washington communities. From her position as a senior member of the U.S. House Appropriations Committee, Herrera Beutler fought to secure this funding in the CARES Act, now being allocated to Southwest Washington Community Development Block Grants (CDBG). Clark County, the City of Vancouver, and the City of Longview will be receiving a combined $2,526,860 in CDBG. These grants aim to help provide shelter and affordable housing for vulnerable residents, and address health issues that include preventing the spread of and responding to cases of COVID-19. Protecting residents who are especially vulnerable during COVID-19, and keeping affordable housing safe and accessible, are of the utmost importance at this time, Herrera Beutler said. This is why I worked in Congress to secure these federal dollars in the CARES Act now being targeted to positively impact our communities and residents in Southwest Washington. CARES Act CDBG Funds for Southwest Washington: Clark County: $1,168,791 City of Vancouver: $1,127,065 City of Longview: $231,004 | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://mcmorris.house.gov/american-compete-act-passes-the-house-energy-and-commerce-committee/ | American COMPETE Act Passes the House Energy and Commerce Committee | 2020-09-09 | 2020 | 2020-09 | Republican | House | WA | Cathy McMorris Rodgers | M001159 | mcmorris.house.gov | legacy | WASHINGTON, D.C. Today, the House Energy and Commerce Committee passed the bipartisan American Competitiveness on More Productive Emerging Tech Economy (COMPETE) Act (H.R. 8132) which was introduced by Reps. Cathy McMorris Rodgers (R-WA) and Bobby Rush (D-IL). This legislation would work to maintain America's competitive edge in emerging technology so we can continue to lead the world. This legislation will help ensure America leads the world in technological innovations well into the 21st Century. I appreciate the leadership of all the Members and staff who have worked on this bill package, said McMorris Rodgers. These are not Republican or Democrat solutions. They are American. It's imperative that we continue to work together for America's global competitive edge in emerging technologies that will raise our standard of living, empower individuals, and create American jobs. The American COMPETE Act will not only ensure that the United States remains out in front with regards to emerging technology, but this bipartisan bill also contains important provisions addressing how we can use these technologies to better protect our constituents, said Rep. Rush. Whether protecting our seniors from scam artists or protecting the public from disinformation, emerging technologies will undoubtedly play a pivotal role, and the American COMPETE Act recognizes that. I am proud to see this bill make its way out of Committee to the House Floor and I am grateful for Rep. McMorris Rodgers for working with me to introduce this critical legislation. NOTE: Introduced on August 31, 2020, the American COMPETE Act incentivizes free-market American ingenuity by reducing regulatory and bureaucratic barriers to the development and deployment of next-gen tech. The package develops strategies to enhance U.S. competitiveness in these areas as well as ensure supply chains are secure. This package of legislation is made up of eight individual bills previously introduced, including: H.R. 6950 the Generating Artificial Intelligence Network Secu… | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://mcmorris.house.gov/mcmorris-rodgers-announces-3-million-in-grant-funding-for-eastern-washington-housing-and-urban-development/ | McMorris Rodgers Announces $3 Million in Grant Funding for Eastern Washington Housing and Urban Development | 2020-09-09 | 2020 | 2020-09 | Republican | House | WA | Cathy McMorris Rodgers | M001159 | mcmorris.house.gov | legacy | WASHINGTON, D.C. Eastern Washington Congresswoman Cathy McMorris Rodgers (WA-05) today announced more than $3 million in new grant funding from the Department of Housing and Urban Development for local cities and counties. This funding was made possible by the CARES Act which Cathy supported in Congress in March. People in Eastern Washington have been hit hard by the uncertainty of the COVID-19 public health emergency. That's why I supported additional funding for our local municipalities to ensure they have the resources they need to continue serving our communities, said McMorris Rodgers. Thank you to the Trump administration for getting this funding out and continuing to meet the need in our region. NOTE: The following grant amounts will be going to Eastern Washington cities and counties: Spokane: $1,497,525 Spokane County: $1,340,488 Walla Walla: $186,344 The CARES Act, which passed with Cathy's support in March, provided $5 billion in supplemental Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) funding to prevent, prepare for, and respond to coronavirus. This is the third tranche of additional CDBG funding announced by the Department of Housing and Urban Development. # # # | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| http://jhb.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=401989 | Jaime Herrera Beutler Saves More Than $1 Million for Southwest Washington Residents in 2020 | 2020-09-08 | 2020 | 2020-09 | Republican | House | WA | Jaime Herrera Beutler | H001056 | jhb.house.gov | legacy | Congresswoman Jaime Herrera Beutler announced today she has helped Southwest Washington residents save or return $1,015,025.24 through casework services since January 2020. Herrera Beutler has helped more than 800 residents obtain money they've earned, or benefits owed to them by the Social Security Administration, Department of Veterans Affairs, the Internal Revenue Service, the Washington and Oregon unemployment agencies, and other federal agencies. Serving, protecting, and advocating for Southwest Washington residents is a huge part of my job, Herrera Beutler said. Whether that's helping a veteran who's been given the run-around by the VA, or a senior citizen who hasn't received their Social Security check, to now ensuring folks receive their unemployment benefits or economic impact payments during this COVID-crisis I'm here to assist. I'm encouraged we've saved more than one million dollars for residents so far this year, especially while folks are struggling to make ends meet due to the COVID pandemic. For anyone needing assistance during this time, please do not hesitate to reach out to me and my office I'm here to serve you. Fighting for residents during COVID-19 During the COVID pandemic, Herrera Beutler has taken on solving delayed economic impact payments and securing unemployment benefits, stepping in on residents' behalf with the Washington Employment Security Department (ESD) and the Oregon Employment Department (OED). For example, Mr. Josh Barnett, of Vancouver, reached out to Jaime's office due to trouble he was experiencing in receiving his unemployment benefits from ESD. After waiting weeks after filing, constantly calling ESD, and receiving no word on his unemployment benefits, Mr. Barnett contacted Jaime's office. Jaime stepped in, contacted ESD, and made sure it was aware of his case. And after advocating on Mr. Barnett's behalf, ESD finally deposited the unemployment benefits to his account. Southwest Washington residents can request help on Herrera Beutler's website at JHB.house.go… | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://mcmorris.house.gov/mcmorris-rodgers-statement-on-eastern-washington-fires/ | McMorris Rodgers Statement on Eastern Washington Fires | 2020-09-08 | 2020 | 2020-09 | Republican | House | WA | Cathy McMorris Rodgers | M001159 | mcmorris.house.gov | legacy | WASHINGTON, D.C. Eastern Washington Congresswoman Cathy McMorris Rodgers (WA-05) released the following statement on the ongoing fires in Eastern Washington. The destruction in Malden, Pine City, Colfax, and other towns in Eastern Washington is heartbreaking and unimaginable, said McMorris Rodgers. My prayers for safety go out to all of the families impacted. I will be working with and supporting state and local officials and doing everything I can on the federal level to ensure our communities have the resources they need to rebuild. My team and I are continuing to monitor the ongoing fires and will support fire responders in containing these fires however possible. # # # | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://newhouse.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/newhouse-joins-call-include-wheat-growers-usda-coronavirus-aid-program | Newhouse Joins Call to Include Wheat Growers in USDA Coronavirus Aid Program | 2020-09-03 | 2020 | 2020-09 | Republican | House | WA | Dan Newhouse | N000189 | newhouse.house.gov | legacy | WASHINGTON, D.C. Rep. Dan Newhouse (R-WA) joined Rep. Frank Lucas (R-OK), House Agriculture Committee Chairman Colin Peterson (D-MN), House Agriculture Committee Ranking Member Mike Conaway (R-TX), and XX Members in sending a letter to U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Secretary Sonny Perdue requesting he utilize funds provided in the CARES Act to support 2020 wheat crop losses for all classes of wheat. Wheat farmers have experienced significant economic harm resulting, in part, from COVID-19. Given the unique nature of the wheat production cycle, which entails harvest starting in May in the south and running into early fall in the northern states, 2020 production impacts should be covered by USDA's COVID relief funds provided by Congress, wrote the lawmakers. Specifically, we request that you use funding provided in the CARES Act to immediately begin providing assistance for COVID-19 losses on 2020 production for all classes of wheat. Washington state is the fourth largest producer of wheat in the United States, producing 153.2 million bushels in 2018. Wheat farmers support 8,168 jobs in the state, resulting in a total of $1.22 billion in economic activity. Washington's wheat growers proudly produce and harvest some of the most high-quality wheat in the country. As Congress continues to work to ensure a strong and stable food supply chain throughout the COVID-19 pandemic, they must work to make sure our producers for all classes of wheat remain as whole as possible, so our food supply does not experience disruptions now or in the future. Thank you, Congressman Newhouse, for continuing to advocate for our producers to be treated fairly throughout this pandemic, said Michelle Hennings, Executive Director of the Washington Association of Wheat Growers. You can find the full text of the letter here and below: Dear Secretary Perdue: As Members of Congress representing wheat farmers across the country, we write regarding the deteriorating economic conditions being experienced on the ground now with the 20… | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://newhouse.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/epa-launches-office-mountains-deserts-and-plains-effectively-address | EPA Launches Office of Mountains, Deserts and Plains to Effectively Address Abandoned Land Mines, Accelerate Cleanup Across the West | 2020-09-02 | 2020 | 2020-09 | Republican | House | WA | Dan Newhouse | N000189 | newhouse.house.gov | legacy | WASHINGTON, D.C. Today, at a press conference at the Western Museum of Mining and Industry, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) announced the creation of the Office of Mountains, Deserts and Plains located in EPA's office in Lakewood, CO. This western lands-focused office will address cross-cutting issues unique to the region, and more effectively leverage existing EPA staff, expertise and resources in hardrock mining cleanup. Rep. Newhouse (R-WA) joined EPA Associate Deputy Administrator Doug Benevento and EPA Region 8 Administrator Greg Sopkin at the launch event to applaud EPA's action to support Western priorities. Today's announcement by the Environmental Protection Agency is yet another step the Trump Administration has taken toward increasing transparency and accountability in federal decision-making,said Rep. Newhouse.By centralizing the decision-makers on resource issues that matter to the communitiesinthe West including hardrock mining and legacy mining cleanup efforts we can better ensure the federal government's resources, expertise, and innovative technology is being leveraged in the most efficient and scientific manner. This is a win-win:for the environment, the taxpayers, and the American people. The West is a special place, with special environmental challenges deserving of its own office within EPA,said EPA Administrator Andrew Wheeler.Under President Trump's leadership, this new office will provide effective solutions, and achieve important milestones in the cleanup of hardrock mining Superfund sites in the American West as well as foster great partnerships with states, tribes and local communities. Done are the days of a one-size-fits-all approach to remediation. The Office of Mountains, Deserts and Plains will ensure we are making progress cleaning up mining sites across the West, promote Good Samaritan projects, identify innovative cleanup technologies, and oversee the cleanup of abandoned uranium mines in the Navajo Nation,said EPA Associate Deputy Administrator Doug Benevent… | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| http://jhb.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=401987 | Jaime Herrera Beutler Secures Funding to Prevent Youth Substance Use in Southwest Washington | 2020-09-01 | 2020 | 2020-09 | Republican | House | WA | Jaime Herrera Beutler | H001056 | jhb.house.gov | legacy | Congresswoman Jaime Herrera Beutler today applauded an announcement by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) that Southwest Washington communities will be receiving $500,000 in federal grants to help prevent youth substance use. As a senior member of the U.S. House Appropriations Committee, Herrera Beutler helped secure the highest-ever level funding in 2020 for the Drug-Free Communities (DFC) Support Program which is distributing these grants. These federal dollars will provide community coalitions to help fight against youth substance use, including prescription drugs, alcohol, tobacco, and marijuana. The impacts of substance use are felt far and wide in our communities.As mentors, parents, neighbors, and friends, it's our responsibility to help lead young adults and school-aged residents on the path to healthy lives, Herrera Beutler said. From my position on the Appropriations Committee in Congress, I worked to strengthen this program to prevent youth substance use in our communities and I'm glad to see these resources being targeted right here. 2020 Southwest Washington DFC grant recipients: Evergreen School District #114 $125,000 Washougal School District #112 $125,000 Washington Gorge Action Programs $125,000 Lifeline Connections Teen Advocacy Coalition $125,000 Read more about the Drug-Free Communities Support Program here. | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://mcmorris.house.gov/mcmorris-rodgers-rush-lead-introduction-of-legislation-to-maintain-americas-global-competitive-edge/ | McMorris Rodgers, Rush Lead Introduction of Legislation to Maintain America’s Global Competitive Edge | 2020-08-31 | 2020 | 2020-08 | Republican | House | WA | Cathy McMorris Rodgers | M001159 | mcmorris.house.gov | legacy | WASHINGTON, D.C. Representatives Cathy McMorris Rodgers (R-WA) and Bobby Rush (D-IL) introduced the bipartisan American Competitiveness on More Productive Emerging Tech Economy (COMPETE) Act (H.R. 8132) to ensure American leadership in next-generation technologies that will improve people's lives. To maintain our global competitive edge, win the future, and beat China, it's crucial that the U.S. lead on Artificial Intelligence (AI), Quantum Computing, the Internet of Things (IoT), and other emerging technologies, said McMorris Rodgers. As we have seen in past global crises and in recent months, the Chinese Communist Party will do whatever it takes to get ahead by stealing, cheating, and subsidizing their State-Owned Enterprises. We cannot out subsidize China or beat them at their own game, nor should we. Thank you to Rep. Rush for joining me in introducing this legislation to ensure America continues to lead the world when it comes to emerging technologies. Emerging technologies, such as quantum computing and blockchain technology, have expanded the horizons of humankind, drastically changing the way we exchange information and interact with the world around us, said Rep. Rush. As these technologies develop and become more prolific, it is imperative that the U.S. take the lead in appreciating both the benefits and risks associated with these technologies, and ensure that we remain competitive on the world stage. I am proud to join my colleague, Rep. McMorris Rogers, in introducing this critically needed, bipartisan legislation. NOTE: The American COMPETE Act incentivizes free-market American ingenuity by reducing regulatory and bureaucratic barriers to the development and deployment of next-gen tech. The package develops strategies to enhance U.S. competitiveness in these areas as well as ensure supply chains are secure. This package of legislation is made up of eight individual bills previously introduced, including: H.R. 6950 the Generating Artificial Intelligence Network Security (GAINS) Act (Rep. McMorr… | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://newhouse.house.gov/media-center/weekly-columns-and-op-eds/column-original-conservationists | COLUMN: The Original Conservationists | 2020-08-31 | 2020 | 2020-08 | Republican | Senate | WA | Dan Newhouse | N000189 | newhouse.house.gov | legacy | Hunters, fishers, and farmers are the original conservationists. Growing up in Central Washington, I have been surrounded by agriculture my whole life. As our farmers and ranchers work to feed the world, we also recognize the importance of conserving our precious natural resources and native species. The same goes for sportsmen, many of whom hunt or fish in order to honor generational traditions or provide for their families. Without responsible land use, resource development, and local conservation efforts, hunting, farming, and fishing as we know it would cease to exist. The values and merits of these trades and ways of life have been realized by those who came long before us. Today, rural communities across the country and in Central Washington appreciate the benefits of caring for our lands, emulating past generations while also advancing practices and technology to better serve present needs. The United States is home to some of the most beautiful public lands in the world. Our national forests, grasslands, and landscapes rely on our contributions of active management and responsible use to maintain and preserve these lands for current and future generations. Our farmers and sportsmen understand this, which is why I have been proud to support our locally-led conservation and species management efforts. I have worked alongside the Trump Administration to modernize and clarify existing land use regulations, and I have worked directly with landowners and ranchers in our district to help achieve the shared goal of ensuring our land continues to serve our agriculture industry, recreationists, and native species. The President-elect of the National Association of Conservation Districts, Michael Crowder, is a resident of Central Washington, and he works each and every day to advocate for local conservation projects across the country while representing our district with pride. Now, the federal government has taken further action to empower sportsmen and women to continue their important conservation and species man… | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z |
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[collected_at] TEXT,
[updated_at] TEXT
);
CREATE INDEX [idx_releases_date]
ON [releases] ([date]);
CREATE INDEX [idx_releases_year]
ON [releases] ([year]);
CREATE INDEX [idx_releases_party]
ON [releases] ([party]);
CREATE INDEX [idx_releases_chamber]
ON [releases] ([chamber]);
CREATE INDEX [idx_releases_state]
ON [releases] ([state]);
CREATE INDEX [idx_releases_bioguide_id]
ON [releases] ([bioguide_id]);
CREATE INDEX [idx_releases_has_text]
ON [releases] ([has_text]);