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Dan Newhouse discusses presidents' day and policy concerns in recent tweets

In recent tweets dated February 17-19, 2025, Rep. Dan Newhouse addressed Presidents' Day greetings, raised concerns over potential bias in dietary guidelines related to alcohol consumption, and discussed labor challenges with local agricultural...

By Yakima Times | Feb 19, 2025

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Food for Peace may move from USAID to USDA amid funding review

The United States has played a leading role in combating global hunger for nearly 70 years through the Food for Peace program.

By Yakima Times | Feb 19, 2025

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Dan Newhouse discusses agriculture and environmental issues on social media

By Yakima Times | Feb 12, 2025

Rep. Dan Newhouse shares updates on key topics including agriculture policy and environmental conservation efforts through social media posts dated February 11-12, 2025.

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Newhouse proposes moving Food for Peace program from USAID to USDA

By Yakima Times | Feb 12, 2025

On February 12, 2025, Representative Dan Newhouse and several colleagues introduced a bill to transfer the Food for Peace program from the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID) to the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA).

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Potential impact of new US tariffs on agriculture industry amid fentanyl crisis

By Yakima Times | Feb 11, 2025

The Trump Administration has taken steps to address the ongoing fentanyl crisis affecting communities across the United States.

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Bipartisan bill aims to boost U.S. farm exports through expanded market access

By Yakima Times | Feb 6, 2025

Rep. Dan Newhouse (R-WA) has introduced the Agriculture Export Promotion Act of 2025, aiming to increase funding for the Market Access Program (MAP) and Foreign Market Development Program (FMD).

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Dan Newhouse introduces aerial firefighting act amid ongoing legislative efforts

By Yakima Times | Feb 6, 2025

In a series of tweets from early February 2025, Rep. Dan Newhouse highlighted key legislative initiatives including a new aerial firefighting bill and ongoing efforts concerning fentanyl crisis legislation and farm policy renewal before...

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Newhouse introduces bill to enhance aerial firefighting using military aircraft

By Yakima Times | Feb 4, 2025

Rep. Dan Newhouse of Washington has introduced the Aerial Firefighting Enhancement Act of 2025, a bipartisan effort aimed at improving aerial wildfire suppression capabilities.

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Efforts renewed to protect hydroelectric dams in Central Washington

By Yakima Times | Jan 29, 2025

Hydroelectric dams play a crucial role in supplying the Pacific Northwest with nearly 90 percent of its renewable energy.

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Dan Newhouse emphasizes infrastructure and forest health in recent updates

By Yakima Times | Jan 24, 2025

Rep. Dan Newhouse, currently serving in the U.S. Congress representing Washington’s 4th district, has recently shared several updates on his official social media platform.

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House passes Fix Our Forests Act with bipartisan support

By Yakima Times | Jan 23, 2025

Today, the United States House of Representatives passed the Fix Our Forests Act.

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Northwest Energy Security Act introduced to protect Lower Snake River Dams

By Yakima Times | Jan 22, 2025

Rep. Dan Newhouse and Senator Jim Risch have introduced the Northwest Energy Security Act, aiming to ensure the continued operation of the Lower Snake River dams.

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Rep. Dan Newhouse comments on President Trump's inauguration

By Yakima Times | Jan 20, 2025

Today, Representative Dan Newhouse from Washington's 4th Congressional District issued a statement regarding the inauguration of President Donald Trump.

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Dan Newhouse re-appointed to key appropriations subcommittees

By Yakima Times | Jan 16, 2025

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

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House passes Laken Riley Act; Senate consideration next

By Yakima Times | Jan 15, 2025

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

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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.