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| http://reichert.house.gov/press-release/reichert-named-champion-children | Reichert Named Champion for Children | 2014-10-02 | 2014 | 2014-10 | Republican | House | WA | Dave Reichert | R000578 | reichert.house.gov | legacy | Washington, D.C. – This week, U.S. Congressman Dave Reichert (WA-8) was named a “Champion for Children” by the First Focus Campaign for Children. The award recognizes the top 100 members in Congress, both House and Senate, who consistently advocate for children. After the announcement, Reichert said, “I am honored to be named a ‘Champion for Children’ this year. I have always believed, whether it was as Sheriff of King County during my 33 years in law enforcement, or as a member of Congress and chairman of the Human Resources Subcommittee, that it is my job and my privilege to fight for the most vulnerable, whoever they may be. All too often it is America’s kids. They are the ones who will shape and lead the future, and I want to ensure that they receive the best possible support from us to be able to make wise choices, receive a high-quality education, enter a thriving and economically viable workforce, and succeed as adults. Whether a foster child, an only child, or one of 7 like myself, every child deserves equal opportunities.” Reichert is chairman of the Ways and Means Human Resources Subcommittee which oversees the country’s foster care system. He recently helped author H.R. 4980, a bill package that included critical reforms to help foster youth get into permanent homes and live happy, successful lives. It also included Reichert’s legislation to prevent the sex trafficking of youth in foster care. Additionally, Reichert is a founder and co-chair of the Children’s Health Care Caucus which works to promote policy that will result in better health outcomes for children across the nation. The Champion for Children Award recognizes the members who have best “demonstrated extraordinary initiative” to “improve the health, educational outcomes, and well-being of children”, according to First Focus. To learn more, visit their website here. | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z |