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Klickitat County: Income Maintenance dependency reached 2.6% in 2022

In 2022, Income Maintenance transfers made up 2.6% of income in Klickitat County, providing an average of $1,369 per capita to residents.

By Yakima Times | Mar 22, 2025

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Dan Newhouse highlights agriculture contributions during National Ag Day

U.S. Congressman Dan Newhouse recently tweeted about agriculture appreciation on National Ag Day and commented on ongoing conflicts involving Hamas and Israel as well as highlighting local business visits within his district between March 18-20, 2025

By Yakima Times | Mar 20, 2025

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Progress reported on US-Mexico border security amid policy changes

By Yakima Times | Mar 19, 2025

As a member of the House Appropriations Subcommittee on Homeland Security expressed optimism regarding recent developments at the southern border, significant changes have been observed in immigration enforcement and border security.

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Yakima County residents received $13,527 per capita in government transfers in 2022, ranking 21st in Washington

By Yakima Times | Mar 17, 2025

In 2022, residents of Yakima County received an average of $13,527 per capita in government transfer payments—ranking it 19th lowest in Washington.

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Kittitas County: Income Maintenance made up 1.6% of total income in 2022

By Yakima Times | Mar 15, 2025

In 2022, Income Maintenance transfers made up 1.6% of income in Kittitas County, providing an average of $891 per capita to residents.

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Dan Newhouse introduces legislation supporting hydropower and engages in key agricultural discussions

By Yakima Times | Mar 13, 2025

Rep. Dan Newhouse has recently focused on protecting hydropower resources and strengthening agricultural policies through legislative measures introduced on March 12-13, 2025.

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EPA reviews WOTUS rule following Supreme Court ruling

By Yakima Times | Mar 13, 2025

Rep. Dan Newhouse of Washington's 4th Congressional District has expressed support for the Environmental Protection Agency's (EPA) recent decision to review and potentially repeal regulations concerning the definition of "waters of the United...

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Industry groups back legislation to protect lower snake river dams

By Yakima Times | Mar 12, 2025

Industry leaders and organizations reliant on the Lower Snake River dams have expressed support for legislation introduced by Representative Dan Newhouse aimed at protecting these dams and their hydropower capabilities.

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Newhouse introduces legislation to protect Lower Snake River dams

By Yakima Times | Mar 12, 2025

Rep. Dan Newhouse of Washington introduced new legislation aimed at safeguarding the Lower Snake River dams and bolstering hydropower as a stable energy source.

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House votes to censure Rep. Al Green over decorum breach during presidential address

By Yakima Times | Mar 11, 2025

Last week, a resolution was led in the House of Representatives to censure Representative Al Green (D-TX) for his actions during the president’s address to a Joint Session of Congress.

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Bipartisan bill proposes task force against synthetic narcotics like fentanyl

By Yakima Times | Mar 11, 2025

Rep. Dan Newhouse has introduced a new bipartisan bill aimed at establishing a federal task force to combat the trafficking of synthetic narcotics, such as fentanyl.

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Representative Newhouse comments on continuing resolution passage

By Yakima Times | Mar 11, 2025

Today, Representative Dan Newhouse of Washington's 4th Congressional District expressed his stance following the approval of H.R. 1968, known as the Full-Year Continuing Appropriations and Extensions Act for 2025.

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Dan Newhouse discusses key political developments and initiatives

By Yakima Times | Mar 11, 2025

Representative Dan Newhouse shared insights into recent confirmations and legislative actions via Twitter on March 10-11, 2025.

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Klickitat County ranks 11th highest in Washington for per capita government transfer income at $15,553 in 2022

By Yakima Times | Mar 10, 2025

In 2022, residents of Klickitat County received an average of $15,553 per capita in government transfer payments—ranking it 11th highest in Washington.

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House votes to censure Representative Al Green after disruption during Trump's address

By Yakima Times | Mar 6, 2025

Today, the House of Representatives approved a resolution introduced by Rep. Dan Newhouse (WA-04) to censure Rep. Al Green (D-TX).

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Dan Newhouse discusses key political events and partnerships on social media

By Yakima Times | Mar 5, 2025

U.S. Congressman Dan Newhouse recently shared his thoughts and actions concerning significant political occurrences via social media posts dated March 4 and March 5, 2025.

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Resolution introduced to censure Rep. Al Green for breaking decorum

By Yakima Times | Mar 5, 2025

Today, Representative Dan Newhouse of Washington introduced a resolution in the House of Representatives.

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Government urged not just cut costs but find efficiencies amid rising national debt

By Yakima Times | Mar 3, 2025

The national debt is growing rapidly, prompting calls for a reevaluation of how taxpayer dollars are managed.

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Yakima County: Income Maintenance transfers accounted for 4.3% of income in 2022

By Yakima Times | Mar 1, 2025

In 2022, Income Maintenance transfers made up 4.3% of income in Yakima County, providing an average of $2,133 per capita to residents.

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Efforts intensify against Chinese Communist Party's influence on U.S. farmland

By Yakima Times | Feb 26, 2025

As the Chinese Communist Party (CCP) extends its influence in the United States, there is a call for Congress to respond firmly.