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Dan Newhouse re-appointed to key appropriations subcommittees

Rep. Dan Newhouse of Washington's 4th District has been re-appointed to his subcommittees as a member of the House Committee on Appropriations.

By Yakima Times | Jan 16, 2025

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House passes Laken Riley Act; Senate consideration next

The House of Representatives recently passed the Laken Riley Act with strong bipartisan support, aiming to address the ongoing issues at the southern border.

By Yakima Times | Jan 15, 2025

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Newhouse, Gluesenkamp Perez introduce bill addressing BPA hiring issues

By Yakima Times | Jan 15, 2025

Rep. Dan Newhouse and Rep. Marie Gluesenkamp Perez have introduced the Reliability to Ratepayers Act, aimed at addressing workforce issues at the Bonneville Power Administration (BPA).

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Newhouse supports bill on gender-based competition rules in sports

By Yakima Times | Jan 14, 2025

Today, Representative Dan Newhouse of Washington's 4th Congressional District expressed his support for the Protection of Women and Girls in Sports Act of 2025, which has passed in the House of Representatives.

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Forest Service retracts old growth amendment after opposition from lawmakers

By Yakima Times | Jan 9, 2025

Rep. Dan Newhouse of Washington's 4th District has expressed approval following the United States Forest Service's decision to retract proposed changes to the National Old Growth Amendment.

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Newhouse introduces bill targeting telework benefits for federal employees

By Yakima Times | Jan 8, 2025

On January 8, 2025, Representative Dan Newhouse introduced the Federal Employee Return to Work Act.

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Republicans begin new term controlling both chambers of Congress

By Yakima Times | Jan 7, 2025

This week marks the start of the 119th Congress, a period notable for being only the third time in 70 years that Republicans have held control over both chambers of Congress and the White House.

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Newhouse announces new staff appointments for D.C. and district offices

By Yakima Times | Jan 7, 2025

Today, Representative Dan Newhouse from Washington's 4th District announced updates to his staff for both his Washington D.C. and district offices.

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Dan Newhouse sworn in for 119th Congress

By Yakima Times | Jan 3, 2025

Today, Rep. Dan Newhouse from Washington's 4th District took the oath of office as a member of the House of Representatives for the 119th Congress.

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Washington Representative reflects on achievements tackling major issues impacting Central Washington

By Yakima Times | Dec 18, 2024

As the year concludes, a representative from Washington's 4th Congressional District has shared progress on key issues affecting Central Washington.

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Dan Newhouse rejoins House Agriculture Committee for 119th Congress

By Yakima Times | Dec 17, 2024

Today, the House Committee on Agriculture announced that Representative Dan Newhouse from Washington's 4th Congressional District will rejoin the committee in the upcoming 119th Congress. Rep. Newhouse previously served on this committee during...

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Newhouse introduces bipartisan bills targeting CCP involvement in U.S. fentanyl crisis

By Yakima Times | Dec 17, 2024

Rep. Dan Newhouse, Chairman of The Select Committee on the Chinese Communist Party’s Fentanyl Policy Working Group, has introduced bipartisan legislation targeting the role of the CCP in the fentanyl crisis affecting the United States.

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Kennewick student wins 2024 Central Washington Congressional App Challenge

By Yakima Times | Dec 16, 2024

Rep. Dan Newhouse announced the winner of the 2024 Central Washington Congressional App Challenge, a competition aimed at middle and high school students for app design.

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Call for stronger US border policies amid ongoing migration challenges

By Yakima Times | Dec 12, 2024

During the previous administration, illegal border crossings reached unprecedented levels.

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Energy independence efforts highlighted by embracing diverse approaches

By Yakima Times | Dec 4, 2024

The past few years have seen energy policies impacting American energy independence and security.

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Thanksgiving highlights gratitude for agriculture industry contributions

By Yakima Times | Nov 27, 2024

We are approaching another Thanksgiving season, a time to gather with friends and family, celebrate the blessings in our lives, and share a meal.

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Newhouse introduces bill to tackle BPA workforce retention issues

By Yakima Times | Nov 26, 2024

Rep. Dan Newhouse and Rep. Gluesenkamp Perez have introduced the Reliability to Ratepayers Act, a legislative proposal aimed at addressing workforce retention issues at the Bonneville Power Administration (BPA).