Rep. Kim Schrier, M.D., a member of the U.S. Congress representing Washington’s 8th district, has been actively engaging with her constituents through social media to discuss her legislative efforts and share updates. As a physician and pediatrician, she brings her medical expertise to her political role, focusing on healthcare-related issues.
On November 21, 2024, Rep. Schrier highlighted the financial barriers that patients face in accessing routine care. She stated, “As a physician, I know that patients often put off routine care because of cost, but this can lead to more serious and expensive care down the road.” To combat this issue, she introduced legislation aimed at reducing healthcare costs by lowering co-pays and deductibles.
The following day, on November 22, 2024, Rep. Schrier shared an update about her newsletter by tweeting “Here is this week’s Schrier Flyer!” This newsletter serves as a means for her to communicate directly with her constituents about ongoing initiatives and developments.
On November 23, 2024, Rep. Schrier addressed the importance of vaccinations in children’s health. She expressed her support for expanding access to childhood immunizations by stating “As a pediatrician, I understand and have seen firsthand the positive impact that vaccines have had on the health and well-being of our children.” Consequently, she introduced bipartisan legislation to improve access to these vital immunizations.
