Spending and Economy
Under one-party rule in Washington, D.C., the federal government spent tens of trillions of dollars on initiatives that both drive inflation up and punish small businesses through tax and interest rate hikes. In the meantime, unemployment payouts keep workers at home and out of the labor pipeline needed in our economy. Our tax code remains extensive and complex while continuously demanding more from hardworking Americans to feed outlandish spending habits.
This is unacceptable, which is why as a member of the powerful House Appropriations Committee responsible for all federal spending, I am fighting for a common-sense conservative approach to spending taxpayer dollars that works for Americans and small businesses and protects against disguised tax hikes like the Inflation Reduction Act.
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WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, Rep. Dan Newhouse (WA-04) released the following statement on passage of the Fiscal Year 2026 Labor, Health and Human Services, Education, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act by the House Appropriations Committee last night.
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Last Friday, Rep. Dan Newhouse (WA-04) joined the U.S. Chamber of Commerce and Tri-City Regional Chamber of Commerce for a discussion on the Working Families Tax Cuts law passed by Congress and signed by the President in July.
"I thank the Tri-City Chamber for inviting me to their Leaders Luncheon to discuss the many tax provisions we secured throughout the reconciliation process," said Rep. Newhouse.
After a productive August district work period in Washington’s Fourth District, it’s back to DC for Congress. Passing H.R. 1 in July delivered much-needed relief for working families, small businesses, and farmers. Now, we turn our focus to federal spending through the annual appropriations process and passing outstanding Farm Bill priorities not included in H.R. 1. As a member of the House Appropriations Committee and House Agriculture Committee, I am bringing feedback from constituents across the district to the halls of Congress this fall.
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, Rep. Dan Newhouse (WA-04) released the following statement upon House passage of the Fiscal Year 2026 Energy and Water Development and Related Agencies Appropriations Act.
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, Rep. Dan Newhouse (WA-04) released the following statement upon committee passage of the Fiscal Year 2026 Financial Services and General Government Appropriations Act.
At the end of this week, Congress recesses for the annual August district work period. While I hope to spend some time with my son as he is preparing for the busy harvest season, I will also be making time to hear from constituents, business owners, and local leaders about everything we have accomplished in D.C. House Republicans have made real progress in delivering common-sense, conservative priorities this Congress, and we have more work to do. Here’s a look at some positive wins from the last six months that will impact us here at home.
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, Rep. Dan Newhouse (WA-04) released the following statement upon passage of the Fiscal Year 2026 Department of Defense Appropriations Act by the House of Representatives with a vote of 221-209.
"It is no secret that America’s adversaries are hard at work around the world, and House Republicans have delivered critical funding to ensure we maintain the upper hand," said Rep. Newhouse.
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, Rep. Dan Newhouse (WA-04) released the following statement upon committee passage of the Fiscal Year 2026 Transportation, Housing and Urban Development, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act.
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Last week, President Trump signed H.R. 1, the Big, Beautiful Bill Act, into law. This legislation delivers tax relief for working families and small businesses, protects nuclear energy investments, and strengthens the agriculture industry.
Here's what they are saying about the Big, Beautiful Bill Act (H.R. 1):
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, Rep. Dan Newhouse (WA-04) released the following statement upon final House passage of the Senate-amended H.R. 1. The legislation, which passed 218-214 now goes to President Trump's desk to be signed into law.