ICYMI: Congresswoman Schrier Highlights Federal Funding for Chelan County Sheriff's Office

WENATCHEE, WA – Congresswoman Kim Schrier, M.D. (WA-08), joined local law enforcement and other leaders to highlight federal funding she secured for the Chelan County Sheriff’s Office. The funding will equip officers with de-escalation tools that aim to reduce the risk of serious injuries and lethal encounters, deter dangerous situations, and improve local public safety response. 

Through FY 2026 Community Project Funding (CPF) requests in Congress, Congresswoman Schrier secured $713,000 to equip the Chelan County Sheriff’s Office with modernized de-escalation tools. 

“Across the Eighth District, one of the concerns I hear about the most from neighbors is public safety,” said Congresswoman Schrier. “From police ride-alongs and in conversations with chiefs and sheriffs in Chelan County, I know that our officers need more tools to protect themselves and our communities, and deter dangerous situations. We also need to build trust between local law enforcement and our communities, and ensure that officers are always using the appropriate tools. That is why I’m proud of my work in Congress to provide funding for new de-escalation tools in Chelan County. These dollars, as part of the $14 million I am proud to have secured in district-wide Community Project Funding this year, will improve our public safety and protect the well-being of our communities in the Eighth District.” 

“We are grateful to the congresswoman for this investment in de-escalation tools, which strengthens our ability to protect lives, resolve incidents safely and serve our communities with care and professionalism,” said Chelan County Sheriff Mike Morrison. “Through strong partnerships, especially with Congresswoman Schrier, and the continued commitment of this administration, we are ensuring that even in tight funding times, the needs of our agency and citizens are met. It continues to be an honor to serve and protect the residents of Chelan County.” 

“Limited local budgets are often obstacles to providing deputies with the tools required by law and best practices. At the same time, the importance of de-escalation cannot be overstated in today’s complex landscape,” said Chelan County Commissioner Shon Smith. “We are so grateful to have Congresswoman Schrier as a champion of our community. These dollars and the de-escalation tools they will fund are an investment in the safety of not only the Chelan County Sheriff’s Office but also our community.”

This Congress, Congresswoman Schrier also secured public safety infrastructure funding for the Issaquah Police Office, King County Sheriff’s Office, and the Snoqualmie Tribe police station.

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