Press Releases
WASHINGTON, DC – Congresswoman Kim Schrier, M.D. (WA-08) today announced that she has hit the milestones of over 10,000 miles driven in the district, and over $5 million secured for her constituents.
WASHINGTON, DC – Congresswoman Kim Schrier, M.D. (WA-08) today announced that the bill she introduced with Jaime Herrera Beutler (WA-03), the WIC Waiver Extension Act, has passed the House. The bill was included in the Continuing Resolution to fund the government and is expected to pass the Senate and be signed by the President in the next week.
WASHINGTON, DC – Congresswoman Kim Schrier, M.D. (WA-08) recently met with Washington state Forester George Geissler and Chelan County Natural Resources Director Mike Kaputa to receive an update on the state's wildfire season and to discuss planning for future fires. They also discussed forest resiliency and management.
WASHINGTON, DC – Congresswoman Kim Schrier, M.D. (WA-08) spoke on the floor of the House this week in support of HR 2694, the Pregnant Workers Fairness Act prior to it passing the House. The Pregnant Workers Fairness Act is a bipartisan bill that would set clear, nationwide protections that guarantee pregnant workers the basic right to reasonable accommodations.
ISSAQUAH, WA – In response to destructive fires in the 8th Congressional District, Congresswoman Kim Schrier, M.D. (WA-08) has released a fire recovery guide. The guide will help those affected by the recent fires throughout Washington state find and apply for the available resources to help them recover.
ISSAQUAH, WA – Congresswomen Kim Schrier, M.D. (WA-08) and Jaime Herrera Beutler (WA-03) have introduced two bills that will provide children and families with better access to healthy, nutritious food during the pandemic.
ISSAQUAH, WA – Congresswoman Kim Schrier, M.D. (WA-08) today announced that her district office is partnering with the Wounded Warrior Fellowship Program to hire a medically retired Veteran for a fully paid two-year fellowship in either her Wenatchee or Issaquah office. The fellow will serve as a liaison between military branches and constituents to help resolve issues with federal government, navigate the VA, and connect constituents with federal, state, and local agencies.
WASHINGTON, DC – Congresswoman Kim Schrier, M.D. (WA-08) released the following statement after the House passed the "Delivering for America Act," which will reverse the recent changes at the United States Postal Service that has slowed down service:
ISSAQUAH, WA – Congresswoman Kim Schrier, M.D. (WA-08) released the following statement on the passing of former U.S. Senator Slade Gorton:
"I was saddened to learn that former U.S. Senator Slade Gorton has passed away. Sen. Gorton dedicated over 40 years of service to our country in the military, in the Washington State House, as our state Attorney General, and as our U.S. Senator. Washington state lost one of our champions today. David, Sam, and I send our condolences and prayers to Sen. Gorton's family and loved ones."
ISSAQUAH, WA – Congresswoman Kim Schrier, M.D. (WA-08) today visited the Issaquah Post Office to share stories of 8th district residents whose lives have been affected by delays and cuts to the U.S. Postal Service.