Yakima Times

Representative Dan Newhouse of Washington’s 4th District, currently serving in the U.S. Congress, recently addressed key issues regarding the nation’s energy and agricultural policies through a series of tweets. He replaced Doc Hastings in 2015 and has been actively involved in legislative discussions around hydropower, the farm economy, and electricity demand. Below is a summary of his tweets and the accompanying discussion.

On March 26, 2025, Representative Newhouse expressed his appreciation for engaging with Secretary Wright on executing the administration’s energy agenda. He highlighted the significance of hydropower to Central Washington's energy landscape, noting his anticipation to collaborate with Wright in fostering American energy leadership.

Later the same day, Newhouse emphasized the need to reform the H-2A program, which affects the farm economy and workforce sustainability. His commitment to common-sense, bipartisan reforms alongside colleagues and the American Business Immigration Coalition was noted as a measure to ensure long-term economic benefits and workforce stability.

On March 27, 2025, Newhouse addressed the projected rise in U.S. electricity demand by 2029. He underscored the critical role of hydroelectric dams in meeting the growing needs of the Pacific Northwest, pointing to an op-ed for more details on the subject. Newhouse's continued advocacy for hydropower reflects the region’s strategic energy objectives.