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December 11, 2024

ELLENSBURG, Wash.-The Kroger-Albertson's grocery store merger has been blocked by a federal judge, and now Albertson's is suing Kroger for a breach of contract.

“Between letters, phone calls, conversations, hearings, I have been on this for about two years now, pushing the FTC to deny this merger," said Democratic Congresswoman Kim Schrier of the 8th Congressional District.

Congresswoman Schrier thinks that there is no chance that the Kroger-Albertson’s merge deal will happen after a Judge blocked the deal on Tuesday.

December 11, 2024

Two of the country's preeminent grocery giants are now at odds.

Federal and state judges on Tuesday halted the proposed merger between Kroger and Albertsons in Washington. Following the decision, Albertsons reneged on the $25B merger and filed suit, accusing Kroger of breach of contract.

December 11, 2024

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Yesterday, the United States House of Representatives passed the bipartisan Thomas R. Carper Water Resources Development Act of 2024 (WRDA), biennial legislation that authorizes water resource activities of the Army Corps of Engineers. Thanks to the advocacy of Congresswoman Kim Schrier, M.D. (WA-08), the bill included authorization for the design and construction of a water reservoir in the city of Chelan for wildfire preparedness and water supply.

December 5, 2024

The International Dairy Foods Association (IDFA) recognized six distinguished individuals for their exceptional contributions to food, nutrition, agricultural policymaking and ongoing support of the dairy industry.

During IDFA’s annual Celebration of Dairy, held at the Library of Congress in Washington, D.C., IDFA President and CEO Michael Dykes, D.V.M., presented the prestigious IDFA Leadership Award to:

November 25, 2024

WASHINGTON, DC – Congresswomen Kim Schrier, M.D. (WA-08) and Suzan DelBene (WA-01) recently led 12 House Members in calling for the Biden administration to provide flexibility around the implementation of the Clean Hydrogen Production Tax Credit (45V Credit) so federal regulations don’t hinder the development of our nascent hydrogen economy. The proposed rules, while well-intentioned, are overly prescriptive and could result in the loss of half of Hydrogen Hub projects across the country.

Issues:Energy
November 22, 2024

EVERETT — Three local lawmakers are urging the Biden administration to edit the Clean Hydrogen Production Tax Credit to create flexibility for regional energy economies.

U.S. Reps. Suzan DelBene, D-Medina, Kim Schrier, D-Sammamish, and Rick Larsen, D-Everett, argue a strict section of the proposed rule undermines the intention of supporting the country’s growth of a hydrogen energy market. They say tight federal guidelines may be counterproductive in states that already have clean energy policies, like Washington.

November 22, 2024

WASHINGTON, D.C.Congresswoman Kim Schrier, M.D. (WA-08) recently introduced the bipartisan Strengthening the Vaccines for Children Program Act, which would strengthen the Vaccines for Children Program by bolstering the pediatric vaccine delivery system and supporting primary care physicians in order to reduce barriers to care and help families catch up on routine vaccinations. Congresswoman Schrier is joined in introducing this legislation by Congressman John Joyce, M.D. (PA-13).

Issues:Health
November 21, 2024

On Wednesday, U.S. Representative Kim Schrier, M.D. (WA-08), who represents Chelan and Kittitas counties, joined forces with Reps. Terri Sewell (AL-07) and Kathy Manning (NC-06) to introduce the Capping Costs for Consumers Act. This landmark legislation aims to alleviate the financial burden of healthcare by reducing co-pays and deductibles for millions of Americans.

November 20, 2024

WASHINGTON, DC – Today, U.S. Representatives Kim Schrier, M.D. (WA-08), Terri Sewell (AL-07), and Kathy Manning (NC-06) introduced the Capping Costs for Consumers Act, which will reduce co-pays and deductibles for consumers. 

Issues:Health
October 23, 2024

ISSAQUAH, WA – Organized retail crime has become increasingly prevalent across the United States, threatening local businesses and jobs, putting employees and customers at risk, and fueling transnational criminal organizations’ illicit activities, including human, drug, and weapons trafficking. To address this issue, Congresswoman Schrier has co-sponsored the Combating Organized Retail Crime Act, a bipartisan, bicameral bill that takes steps to crack down on organized retail crime.