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WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, Congresswoman Kim Schrier, M.D. (WA-08), voted to pass the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) for FY 2024. The NDAA is an annual piece of legislation that authorizes defense programs to maintain military readiness and increase national security.
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, the U.S. House of Representatives passed the Whole Milk for Healthy Kids Act of 2023, a bill introduced by Congresswoman Kim Schrier, M.D. (D-WA), by a vote of 330-99. This bipartisan legislation aims to improve the quality and nutrition of school lunches by allowing for reduced fat (2%) and whole milk to be served in public schools. Congresswoman Schrier is joined in introducing this bill by Congressman Glenn ‘GT’ Thompson (R-PA), Chairman of the House Committee on Agriculture.
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, Reps. Kim Schrier, M.D. (D-WA), Adrian Smith (R-NE), Annie Kuster (D-NH), Suzan DelBene (D-WA), Claudia Tenney (R-NY), and Brian Fitzpatrick (R-PA) introduced the bipartisan Maintaining and Enhancing Hydroelectricity and River Restoration Act of 2023. This legislation would incentivize investments to strengthen hydropower safety, improve fish migration, and enhance river health.
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, Congresswoman Kim Schrier, M.D. (WA-08) introduced the Innovative Feed Enhancement and Economic Development Act of 2023 (Innovative FEED Act). This bipartisan legislation would update FDA processes to create a more efficient approval process for livestock feed additives. Representative Schrier is joined in introducing this legislation by Representatives Greg Pence (IN-06), Angie Craig (MN-02), and Jim Baird (IN-04).
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, Congresswoman Kim Schrier M.D. (D-WA) and Congressman Richard Hudson (R-NC) introduced the Advanced Nuclear Deployment Act, a bipartisan piece of legislation that aims to improve the permitting process for nuclear energy.
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, the Health Subcommittee of the House Energy and Commerce Committee advanced two bills introduced by Representative Kim Schrier, M.D. The Expanding Access to Diabetes Self-Management Training Act and H.R. 6369, which are focused on improving health care access and outcomes, received overwhelming, bipartisan support from the subcommittee.
We as orchardists feel that the Lake Chelan region is the premium apple-growing region in the world. However, because of the unique climate, topography, and water also make our area a very desirable place to live.
We have to grow and deliver an outstanding product to receive a premium price to withstand the non-agricultural pressures and to walk away with any profit.
Unfortunately, the areas that are willing to pay the needed premium are too often offshore markets that are currently tariff-restricted countries.
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, Congresswoman Kim Schrier, M.D. (WA-08) with members of the Washington and Oregon House delegations celebrated the Department of Energy’s announcement naming the Pacific Northwest Hydrogen Association’s (PNWH2) as a recipient of one of seven nationwide hydrogen hubs that will share a total $7 billion DOE investment.
Earlier this year, Rep. Schrier and Sen. Cantwell led a bipartisan group in writing a letter of support for the PNWH2’s application to the Regional Clean Hydrogen Hubs program (H2Hubs).
OLYMPIA, Wash.-The Pacific Northwest Hydrogen Association's PNWH2 Hub has been selected as one of seven Regional Clean Hydrogen Hubs in the country.
GRANITE FALLS, WA – Today, Congresswoman Kim Schrier, M.D. (WA-08) visited Granite Falls Library to learn more about the facility’s digital navigator program and celebrate a recent federal investment to expand broadband access. Thanks to funding from the American Rescue Plan Act, Granite Falls Library will add 750 new loanable computers and hotspots to its current inventory. This technology will be available to the public and will help to bring reliable internet access to residents in the area.