Quantcast

Wenatchee Times

Wednesday, April 2, 2025

Local Government News

Local Government

Kim Schrier shares updates on awards, legislation, and health policies

Representative Kim Schrier, serving Washington's 8th district, shared updates through social media posts spanning March 28 to 30, 2025.

By Wenatchee Times | Mar 30, 2025

Local Government

Rep. Kim Schrier meets with key stakeholders on agricultural and community matters

Rep. Kim Schrier, elected in 2019, highlighted her recent meetings and ongoing advocacy for agriculture and rural postal service issues in Washington’s 8th district, scheduled between March 26 and March 28, 2025

By Wenatchee Times | Mar 28, 2025

Latest News

Medium 8isdnk99res0sa2wdmnqfyfg6tmm

Local Government

Kim Schrier recognizes veterans' service while advocating for healthcare and equal pay

By Wenatchee Times | Mar 25, 2025

Rep. Kim Schrier recently acknowledged Vietnam Veterans while addressing concerns over Medicaid cuts proposed by Elon Musk and advocating for equal pay legislation alongside fellow lawmakers on Equal Pay Day in March 2025

Medium gz13cwztz4hx7r64px08y5xehx2o

Local Government

Kim Schrier commemorates Oso landslide anniversary; visits veterans' home and local creamery

By Wenatchee Times | Mar 23, 2025

Rep. Kim Schrier shares reflections on key community events through recent tweets dated March 22-23, 2025.

Medium 0hnhlyuuc9xj2udn55epo7xz58bs

Local Government

Douglas County: Income Maintenance made up 2.3% of total income in 2022

By Wenatchee Times | Mar 22, 2025

In 2022, Income Maintenance transfers made up 2.3% of income in Douglas County, providing an average of $1,121 per capita to residents.

Medium e0137wz0nym7xcph0w5e8nwuafxv

Local Government

Rep. Kim Schrier introduces bipartisan bill to support agriculture

By Wenatchee Times | Mar 21, 2025

Rep. Kim Schrier highlighted her recent legislative efforts with the introduction of the Innovative FEED Act aimed at aiding agricultural communities by speeding up feed additive approvals as noted in her tweets dated March 20-21, 2025.

Medium gz13cwztz4hx7r64px08y5xehx2o

Local Government

Rep. Kim Schrier addresses education policy changes amid Trump administration

By Wenatchee Times | Mar 19, 2025

In recent tweets dated March 18-19, 2025, Rep. Kim Schrier voiced opposition against the Trump Administration's plans concerning education while engaging with educators and visiting local farms affected by avian flu concerns

Medium gz13cwztz4hx7r64px08y5xehx2o

Local Government

Kim Schrier announces creation of Congressional Doctors Caucus amid health policy concerns

By Wenatchee Times | Mar 18, 2025

U.S. Congresswoman Kim Schrier shares key legislative initiatives on social media posts dated March 17-18, 2025.

Medium 0hnhlyuuc9xj2udn55epo7xz58bs

Local Government

Douglas County residents received $11,260 per capita in government transfers in 2022, ranking 31st in Washington

By Wenatchee Times | Mar 18, 2025

In 2022, residents of Douglas County received an average of $11,260 per capita in government transfer payments—ranking it ninth lowest in Washington.

Medium 8isdnk99res0sa2wdmnqfyfg6tmm

Local Government

Kim Schrier shares updates on local projects and remembers Nita Lowey

By Wenatchee Times | Mar 17, 2025

Rep. Kim Schrier discusses securing federal funding for local infrastructure projects and engages with agricultural researchers while also mourning the loss of a fellow congresswoman.

Medium e0137wz0nym7xcph0w5e8nwuafxv

Local Government

Rep. Kim Schrier mourns loss of colleague and addresses forest service cuts

By Wenatchee Times | Mar 15, 2025

Rep. Kim Schrier addressed multiple issues through social media posts on March 14-15, including expressing condolences for Rep. Grijalva's passing and highlighting concerns about Forest Service workforce reductions affecting wildfire management in...

Medium e0137wz0nym7xcph0w5e8nwuafxv

Local Government

Kim Schrier addresses government funding extension and education budget cuts

By Wenatchee Times | Mar 14, 2025

Rep. Kim Schrier discusses pressing political issues through recent tweets dated March 13-14, 2025.

Medium e0137wz0nym7xcph0w5e8nwuafxv

Local Government

Rep. Kim Schrier addresses concerns over GOP budget cuts

By Wenatchee Times | Mar 12, 2025

Rep. Kim Schrier recently took to social media to discuss significant topics such as proposed GOP budget cuts affecting law enforcement and veterans' services as well as employment issues within the Forest Service under current administrative...

Medium 8isdnk99res0sa2wdmnqfyfg6tmm

Local Government

Kim Schrier meets with KCLS team; discusses library collaboration

By Wenatchee Times | Mar 11, 2025

Rep. Kim Schrier engages with key community issues through meetings and speeches addressing library collaboration with KCLS on March 10th and advocating for women's health at a conference on March 11th.

Medium 0hnhlyuuc9xj2udn55epo7xz58bs

Local Government

Chelan County ranks 20th highest in Washington for per capita government transfer income at $13,545 in 2022

By Wenatchee Times | Mar 10, 2025

In 2022, residents of Chelan County received an average of $13,545 per capita in government transfer payments—ranking it 20th highest in Washington.

Medium 8isdnk99res0sa2wdmnqfyfg6tmm

Local Government

Rep. Kim Schrier discusses trade policy impact and engages with community

By Wenatchee Times | Mar 10, 2025

In a series of tweets dated March 9-10, Rep. Kim Schrier addressed key issues impacting Washington's Eighth District including trade policy effects on local farmers and opportunities for young artists through a congressional art competition while...

Medium 8isdnk99res0sa2wdmnqfyfg6tmm

Local Government

Rep. Kim Schrier addresses local energy issues and advocates for women's rights

By Wenatchee Times | Mar 8, 2025

In recent social media posts dated March 8th by Rep. Kim Schrier addressed various critical issues including support for local energy providers in Washington's Eighth District alongside broader national matters such as job security within the...

Medium 8isdnk99res0sa2wdmnqfyfg6tmm

Local Government

Kim Schrier engages constituents through town hall meetings and advocacy discussions

By Wenatchee Times | Mar 8, 2025

Rep. Kim Schrier actively connects with constituents through a town hall meeting and shares insights on managing type-1 diabetes alongside engaging with relevant advocacy groups.

Medium e0137wz0nym7xcph0w5e8nwuafxv

Local Government

Kim Schrier shares condolences for late Congressman Sylvester Turner

By Wenatchee Times | Mar 6, 2025

Rep. Kim Schrier expressed sorrow over the death of Congressman Sylvester Turner while also emphasizing accessibility by inviting constituents to participate in a telephone town hall meeting on March 6, highlighting concerns over current...

Medium e0137wz0nym7xcph0w5e8nwuafxv

Local Government

Kim Schrier announces internship opportunities and comments on presidential address

By Wenatchee Times | Mar 5, 2025

Rep. Kim Schrier invites college students to apply for internships while clarifying her position regarding President Trump's congressional address in early March of 2025