Yakima Times

Rep. Dan Newhouse of Washington's 4th District has been re-appointed to his subcommittees as a member of the House Committee on Appropriations. In a statement, Rep. Newhouse expressed his commitment to addressing issues pertinent to Central Washington.

"I am proud to rejoin these three critical subcommittees that have a direct impact on the issues we face in Central Washington," said Rep. Newhouse.

He emphasized his focus on supporting farmers and ranchers, protecting the Lower Snake River dams, and ensuring the cleanup of the Hanford site. He also thanked Chairman Tom Cole for his leadership and expressed optimism for the upcoming year.

House Appropriation Committee Chairman Tom Cole acknowledged Rep. Newhouse's return to the committee: "I am honored to have Rep. Newhouse back on the committee this year. Having served with Dan for many years, his firsthand experience as a farmer always plays a huge role in our efforts to deliver for farmers and rural communities that need all the help they can get."

Rep. Newhouse will serve on several subcommittees including:

- Subcommittee on Agriculture, Rural Development, Food and Drug Administration, and Related Agencies

- Subcommittee on Energy and Water Development, and Related Agencies

- Subcommittee on Homeland Security

Additionally, he will join the House Committee on Agriculture while retaining his seat on the House Select Committee on Strategic Competition Between the United States and the Chinese Communist Party.