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December 4, 2024
Weekly Columns and Op-Eds
The last several years of energy policies have been detrimental for American energy independence and security. From revoked oil, gas, and mining leases to a destabilized energy market that forced reliance on foreign adversaries, we have been placed in a vulnerable position, but I am optimistic that a revitalization of American energy is just around the corner.
Issues: Energy

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November 27, 2024
Weekly Columns and Op-Eds
We are blessed with another Thanksgiving season and the opportunity to gather with friends and family, celebrate the blessings in our lives, and share a meal. As we do so, it is important to give thanks to those who make this holiday, and every meal, possible.
Issues: Agriculture

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November 26, 2024
Today, Rep. Dan Newhouse (WA-04) and Rep. Gluesenkamp Perez introduced the Reliability to Ratepayers Act to address hiring and retention issues at the Bonneville Power Administration (BPA).

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November 19, 2024
Weekly Columns and Op-Eds
For the past four years, the United States has faced unprecedented economic turmoil. Reckless spending has driven prices up and inflation has spiked to unsustainable levels. Americans are bearing the brunt of this fiscal irresponsibility every day, and they are demanding a change.
Issues: Spending and Economy

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November 12, 2024
Weekly Columns and Op-Eds
Every year, on Veterans Day, we pause to honor the men and women who have worn the uniform of our country and served in defense of our freedom. It is a time to reflect on the sacrifices made by those who stood guard over our nation’s ideals, from the founding of America to today.
Issues: Veterans

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November 5, 2024
Weekly Columns and Op-Eds
In Central Washington, agriculture is not just an industry—it is the lifeblood of our communities and the foundation of our economy. As a third-generation farmer from the Yakima Valley, I understand better than most in Congress the challenges our farmers face, from unpredictable weather to undesirable market conditions.
Issues: Agriculture

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October 30, 2024
This week, Rep. Dan Newhouse (WA-04) led the Central Washington Fentanyl Task Force in a meeting and released the taskforce’s final report outlining guidance to help mitigate the ongoing fentanyl crisis.
Issues: Fentanyl Crisis

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October 29, 2024
Weekly Columns and Op-Eds

Over the past two years, as a member of the House Select Committee on Strategic Competition between the United States and the Chinese Communist Party, we have uncovered the malign influence the CCP has in American institutions. With these revelations, we have committed to finding real, actionable solutions to prevent the CCP from tightening their grip on our nation’s security and way of life.

Issues: The Chinese Communist Party

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October 23, 2024
Weekly Columns and Op-Eds
Throughout my time in Congress, I have been fortunate to be part of numerous committees and caucuses that allow me to directly impact the constituents of Central Washington. One of these caucuses, the Western Caucus, has allowed me to advocate for issues that all of rural America struggles with, and as Chairman, I have been able to ensure the priorities of Central Washington are not forgotten.
Issues: Public Lands

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October 20, 2024

This week, Rep. Dan Newhouse (WA-04) introduced The Federal Employee Return to Work Act to crack down on wasteful government spending and incentivize federal employees to return to in-person work. Federal employees who telework from home currently receive annual locality bonuses despite not being required to physically attend their offices located in a high-cost-of-living area. This bill is the House companion to U.S. Senator Bill Cassidy of Louisiana’s bill.