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Where were the cheapest places to fill up on diesel in cities in Okanogan County in week ending Apr. 27?

By NE Washington News | Apr 30, 2024

The only price of diesel in cities throughout Okanogan County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Apr. 27, according to GasBuddy.com.

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Where were the cheapest places to fill up on diesel in cities in Stevens County in week ending Apr. 27?

By NE Washington News | Apr 30, 2024

The only price of diesel in cities throughout Stevens County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Apr. 27, according to GasBuddy.com.

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Chair Bilirakis Advocates for Preserving Access to AM Radio

By NE Washington News | Apr 30, 2024

House Energy and Commerce Innovation, Data, and Commerce Subcommittee Chair Gus Bilirakis emphasized the importance of AM radio in emergency situations during a legislative hearing titled “Preserving Americans’ Access to AM Radio.”Speaking at the hearing, Bilirakis highlighted the crucial role of AM radio in ensuring public safety during emergencies, stating, “Our citizens should have quick access to critical information, which helps them make timely and potentially lifesaving decisions to evacuate, stay in place, seek shelter, or contact first responders.”Bilirakis...

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Chair Rodgers Opening Remarks on Legislation to Increase Medicaid Access and Improve Program Integrity

By NE Washington News | Apr 30, 2024

Washington D.C. — House Energy and Commerce Committee Chair Cathy McMorris Rodgers (R-WA) addressed the Health Subcommittee hearing titled “Legislative Proposals to Increase Medicaid Access and Improve Program Integrity” on April 30, 2024.Chair Rodgers began by sharing a personal story, stating, "Many in this Committee are familiar with my son Cole and his story." She highlighted her dedication to advocating for people with disabilities and expressed gratitude for the opportunity to discuss solutions to support access to long-term care for individuals with disabilities....

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House Committee Chair Calls for Preservation of AM Radio Access

By NE Washington News | Apr 30, 2024

House Energy and Commerce Committee Chair Cathy McMorris Rodgers emphasized the importance of preserving Americans' access to AM radio during a legislative hearing on the matter. Rodgers expressed her appreciation for the witnesses providing their perspectives on the legislation, stating, "I appreciate the witnesses being here to provide their perspectives on the important legislation being discussed to preserve the American people’s access to AM radio."Rodgers highlighted the significance of AM radio in various communities, noting its role in delivering news, sports, and...

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E&C Republicans Press NIH to Confirm Agency Isn’t Funding Russian Research

By NE Washington News | Apr 30, 2024

Washington, D.C. — House Energy and Commerce Committee Chair Cathy McMorris Rodgers (R-WA), Subcommittee on Health Chair Brett Guthrie (R-KY), and Subcommittee on Oversight and Investigations Chair Morgan Griffith (R-VA), representing the Health and Oversight Subcommittee Republicans, have reached out to National Institutes of Health (NIH) Director Monica Bertagnolli. They have requested the NIH to verify by May 14, 2024, whether the agency has adhered to White House guidance to cease funding projects led by researchers and entities in Russia.The White House Office of...

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Chair Guthrie Opening Remarks on Legislation to Increase Medicaid Access and Improve Program Integrity

By NE Washington News | Apr 30, 2024

House Energy and Commerce Health Subcommittee Chair Brett Guthrie (R-KY) opened a subcommittee hearing on legislative proposals to enhance Medicaid access and improve program integrity by addressing key challenges facing the program. Guthrie highlighted the importance of Medicaid, which covers over 75 million Americans and is expected to see a significant increase in federal spending in the coming years.Guthrie emphasized the need for program integrity to protect against improper payments in the Medicaid system. He referenced the Department of Health and Human Services...

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Where could drivers find the cheapest gas in cities within Stevens County in week ending Apr. 27?

By NE Washington News | Apr 29, 2024

The only price of midgrade gas in cities throughout Stevens County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Apr. 27, according to GasBuddy.com.

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Chair Rodgers Statement on FDA LDT RuleEnergy & Commerce Committee

By NE Washington News | Apr 29, 2024

House Energy and Commerce Committee Chair Cathy McMorris Rodgers (R-WA) expressed strong concerns over the Food and Drug Administration's (FDA) final rule on lab-developed tests (LDT). In a statement, Chair Rodgers criticized the rule, stating, "The Biden administration’s final rule is the latest example of executive branch overreach that will have devastating impacts on patients and families across the country."Chair Rodgers further highlighted that while the final rule showed some improvement from the proposed version, she believes it will still have negative...

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1 gas station in cities throughout Stevens County had the cheapest premium gas in week ending Apr. 27

By NE Washington News | Apr 28, 2024

The only price of premium gas in cities throughout Stevens County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Apr. 27, according to GasBuddy.com.

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Which former NE Washington News area high school standouts will be in action in the week starting Mon April 29?

By NE Washington News | Apr 28, 2024

This former NE Washington News area high school standout will be in action in the week starting Mon April 29.

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NE Washington News area weekly mass times

By NE Washington News | Apr 27, 2024

The following parishes in the NE Washington News coverage area hold weekly mass at these designated times.

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Where could drivers find the cheapest gas in cities within Stevens County in week ending Apr. 20?

By NE Washington News | Apr 26, 2024

The only price of regular gas in cities throughout Stevens County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Apr. 20, according to GasBuddy.com.

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Where were the cheapest places to fill up on premium gas in cities in Okanogan County in week ending Apr. 20?

By NE Washington News | Apr 25, 2024

The only price of premium gas in cities throughout Okanogan County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Apr. 20, according to GasBuddy.com.

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Chairs Rodgers and Latta Condemn FCC's Move to Reclassify Broadband as a Public Utility

By NE Washington News | Apr 25, 2024

House Energy and Commerce Committee Chair Cathy McMorris Rodgers and Communications and Technology Subcommittee Chair Bob Latta have strongly criticized the Federal Communications Commission's decision to reclassify broadband under Title II of the Communications Act of 1934.Rodgers stated, "These efforts by President Biden's FCC are just the latest attempt by Democrats to assert more federal government control over people's lives." She further added, "Energy and Commerce Republicans will take steps to hold the FCC accountable—including with the introduction of a CRA—as we...

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Chairs Rodgers and Carter Criticize EPA's Power Plant Rules Impacting American Energy

By NE Washington News | Apr 25, 2024

House Energy and Commerce Committee Chair Cathy McMorris Rodgers (R-WA) and Environment, Manufacturing, and Critical Materials Subcommittee Chair Buddy Carter (R-GA) expressed their concerns over the Environmental Protection Agency's (EPA) new rules affecting the power sector, stating that these regulations will have severe repercussions for U.S. energy reliability.In a joint statement, Rodgers and Carter criticized the EPA's actions, saying, "The EPA’s rush to dismantle our nation’s baseload electricity generation will harm people’s lives and well-being. These policies...

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Where could drivers find the cheapest gas in cities within Stevens County in week ending Apr. 20?

By NE Washington News | Apr 24, 2024

The only price of premium gas in cities throughout Stevens County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Apr. 20, according to GasBuddy.com.

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Lawmakers Urge FCC to Halt Plan to Reclassify Broadband as Public Utility

By NE Washington News | Apr 24, 2024

House Energy and Commerce Committee Chair Cathy McMorris Rodgers and Senate Commerce Committee Ranking Member Ted Cruz are leading a coalition of lawmakers in urging the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) to halt its plan to reclassify broadband as a public utility. The lawmakers argue that this move would be harmful to consumers and the industry.In a letter addressed to Chairwoman Jessica Rosenworcel, the lawmakers emphasize the importance of maintaining the current classification of broadband as an information service rather than a telecommunications service. They...

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1 gas station in cities throughout Okanogan County had the cheapest regular gas in week ending Apr. 20

By NE Washington News | Apr 23, 2024

The only price of regular gas in cities throughout Okanogan County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Apr. 20, according to GasBuddy.com.

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1 gas station in cities throughout Stevens County had the cheapest midgrade gas in week ending Apr. 20

By NE Washington News | Apr 23, 2024

The only price of midgrade gas in cities throughout Stevens County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Apr. 20, according to GasBuddy.com.