Rep. Kim Schrier, M.D., a member of the U.S. Congress representing Washington’s 8th district since 2019, has recently shared updates on social media about issues affecting her constituents, including trade policy impacts, vaccine recommendation processes, and community engagement.
On August 3, 2025, Schrier highlighted the importance of international trade to Washington State’s economy. She stated: “Washington State relies on our trade partnerships with other countries to support industries that are critical to our local economy like manufacturing and agriculture. At my recent visit to the Port of Seattle, I heard firsthand how President Trump’s reckless tariff policies https://t.co/u2dGvZdjQ9”.
The following day, August 4, Schrier addressed changes in federal vaccine recommendation procedures. She wrote: “For decades, trusted experts from organizations like the American Medical Association and the American Academy of Pediatrics have played a vital role in helping the CDC set vaccine recommendations. Now, under RFK Jr.’s leadership, they have been kicked out of the process,”.
On August 5, Schrier described her participation in a local event as part of her “Hire Dr. Schrier” initiative: “For my latest ‘Hire Dr. Schrier,’ I had the opportunity to work a shift at the Granite Falls Library, where I got to lead story time for a group of local students! Thanks to the staff for having me. It’s always a fun time getting to take on a new role and meet with some of my https://t.co/eNqTeMUeCi”.
Schrier is currently serving in Congress after replacing Dave Reichert in 2019 and represents an area where manufacturing and agriculture are significant economic drivers. Born in Los Angeles in 1968 and residing in Sammamish, she graduated from the University of California, Berkeley with a Bachelor of Science degree in 1991.
