News from Congressman Dan Newhouse

Addressing Agency Terminations and Furloughs in Central Washington

With news of federal employee terminations and furloughs directly impacting families in Central Washington, I have heard from residents of the Fourth District this week about the concerns they have with these actions.

A strong, well trained federal workforce is essential, and I have communicated to the Trump Administration that there should be a more nuanced approach to terminations and furloughs.

I have concerns that the unintended consequences of these workforce reductions will have long-lasting implications at Hanford, PNNL, BPA, and other critical sites. While I agree that the federal workforce and related spending needs to be reduced, we must ensure that positions critical to public safety, energy, and research should be maintained.

Talking Farm Workforce Challenges in Yakima

On Tuesday, I met with members of Washington State Tree Fruit Association and Northwest Horticulture to discuss developments at USDA and workforce challenges.

We also emphasized the importance strong trade programs and ways to increase market access for Washington farmers.

I understand firsthand the challenges Central Washington farmers are facing, and I am actively working with my colleagues in Congress to meet the agriculture industry's needs.

Addressing Rural Healthcare Challenges with Local Hospital Leaders

On Wednesday, I had a chance to hear firsthand from leaders of hospitals in our region about the issues they are seeing and the need for expanding the health workforce in Central Washington.

It is no secret that rural healthcare access is a challenge in our area. We will continue to work together to improve healthcare access and quality for our communities that desperately need it.

Housing Affordability Burdens Builders and Buyers

On Tuesday, I had a great time meeting with members of the Central Washington Home Builders Association where they discussed their plans to address the housing affordability crisis as well as some of the challenges they are facing regarding workforce development.

I look forward to working closely with them and supporting their efforts in creating affordable housing for our communities.

Delivering Our Seniors the Care They Deserve

Our seniors deserve reliable, quality care, and the Southeast Washington Aging and Long-Term Care Council of Governments is committed to delivering it.

I heard from them about their ongoing efforts, and I am looking forward to taking what I learned to D.C.

Celebrating the Next Generation of the Agriculture Industry

Happy National FFA Week! As a farmer and former FFA member, I know firsthand how vital this program is for youth not only in Central Washington, but across the country. I am a proud co-sponsor the legislation designating this week the official National FFA Week!

Our nation’s future ability to put food on the table and support agriculture trade largely depends on our youth being engaged with the issues now. FFA is an incredible program that instills in our nation’s youth the importance of agriculture and helps pave the way for the next generation of the agriculture industry!

Services My Office Provides

Having trouble navigating the bureaucratic red tape of a federal agency? Need assistance with VA benefits? Looking to book a tour of our nation's capital? My office has you covered.

Also see my Central Washington Opioid Overdose and Fentanyl Resource Tool Kit and my Central Washington Wildfire Resource Kit for additional resources.

Are you interested in interning with my office?

I am currently accepting paid summer internship applications for my Washington, D.C. office.

Internships are an excellent opportunity for undergraduate students and college graduates to get experience working in policy, communications, or government in the heart of our nation.

Rep. Dan Newhouse | 460 Cannon House Office Bldg. | Washington, DC 20515 US

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