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Amount of taxpayer-funded subsidies plummet in cities associated with Okanogan County in 2021

By NE Washington News | Feb 29, 2024

Farms throughout cities in Okanogan County received $22.9 million less in subsidies in 2021 from the U.S. Department of Agriculture compared to the year before.

Rare Disease Patients Advocated for Support in Subcommittee Hearing

By NE Washington News | Feb 29, 2024

House Energy and Commerce Health Subcommittee Chair Brett Guthrie has addressed the issue of supporting patients with rare diseases during a recent subcommittee hearing in Washington D.C. Guthrie opened the discussion by expressing gratitude to the witnesses present and highlighting the significance of the topic at hand.Guthrie emphasized the challenges faced by rare disease patients, noting that despite a significant portion of the U.S. population being affected by rare diseases, the majority of these conditions lack effective treatments. He pointed out the difficulties...

Chair Rodgers Opening Remarks on Supporting Patients with Rare Diseases - Energy & Commerce Committee

By NE Washington News | Feb 29, 2024

House Energy and Commerce Committee Chair Cathy McMorris Rodgers (R-WA) expressed her support for patients with rare diseases in her opening remarks at a Health Subcommittee legislative hearing. She highlighted the importance of legislation to promote innovation for individuals with rare diseases and ensure that all patients can benefit from advancements in the healthcare field. Rodgers emphasized the significance of Rare Disease Day, stating, "I'm glad we're gathered on Rare Disease Day to examine legislation to help move forward efforts to promote innovation for people...

The state of taxpayer-funded farm subsidies in cities associated with Pend Oreille County in 2021

By NE Washington News | Feb 28, 2024

Farms throughout cities in Pend Oreille County received $94,712 less in subsidies in 2021 from the U.S. Department of Agriculture compared to the year before.

House Energy and Commerce Committee Chair Rodgers Speaks on House Floor to Advance American Nuclear Energy Leadership

By NE Washington News | Feb 28, 2024

Washington D.C. — House Energy and Commerce Committee Chair Cathy McMorris Rodgers (R-WA) addressed the House Floor in support of H.R. 6544, the Atomic Energy Advancement Act, emphasizing the importance of advancing American nuclear energy leadership. Rodgers urged support for the legislation, highlighting its significance in modernizing and enhancing processes at the Nuclear Regulatory Commission.Rodgers expressed, “I urge support of the Atomic Energy Advancement Act,” and further stated, “I rise in strong support of this legislation, H.R. 6544, the ‘Atomic Energy...

Where could drivers find the cheapest gas in cities within Okanogan County in week ending Feb. 24?

By NE Washington News | Feb 27, 2024

The only price of diesel in cities throughout Okanogan County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Feb. 24, according to GasBuddy.com.

Taxpayer-funded subsidies offered to Pend Oreille County farmers in 2021 reached $143,122

By NE Washington News | Feb 27, 2024

Farms in Pend Oreille County received $143,122 in taxpayer-funded subsidies in 2021, according to the U.S. Department of Agriculture.

Cheapest premium gas in cities across Okanogan County in week ending Feb. 24

By NE Washington News | Feb 27, 2024

The only price of premium gas in cities throughout Okanogan County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Feb. 24, according to GasBuddy.com.

Did farm subsidies in cities associated with Stevens County rise or fall in 2021?

By NE Washington News | Feb 27, 2024

Farms throughout cities in Stevens County received $353,910 less in subsidies in 2021 from the U.S. Department of Agriculture compared to the year before.

Chairs Rodgers and Carter Press EPA For Answers Over Hiring Nearly 2,000 New Agency Employees

By NE Washington News | Feb 27, 2024

House Energy and Commerce Committee Chair Cathy McMorris Rodgers (R-WA) and Environment, Manufacturing, and Critical Materials Subcommittee Chair Buddy Carter (R-GA) have raised concerns about the Environmental Protection Agency's recent hiring spree following a significant funding increase as part of the Inflation Reduction Act.In a letter addressed to EPA Administrator Michael Regan, the Chairs are seeking detailed information about the agency's plans to implement President Joe Biden's climate change agenda. The letter, as first reported by Breitbart, highlights the...

1 gas station in cities throughout Okanogan County had the cheapest regular gas in week ending Feb. 24

By NE Washington News | Feb 26, 2024

The only price of regular gas in cities throughout Okanogan County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Feb. 24, according to GasBuddy.com.

Republican Leaders Demand Answers on Biden Administration's Ineffective EV Infrastructure Program

By NE Washington News | Feb 26, 2024

Washington, D.C. — House Energy and Commerce Committee Chair Cathy McMorris Rodgers (R-WA), Energy, Climate, and Grid Security Subcommittee Chair Jeff Duncan (R-SC), and Oversight and Investigations Subcommittee Chair Morgan Griffith (R-VA) have raised concerns over the Biden administration's handling of the National Electric Vehicle Infrastructure (NEVI) Formula and the Charging and Fueling Infrastructure (CFI) Discretionary Grant programs.In a statement, the Republican leaders highlighted the slow progress of the programs, stating, "Despite recent award announcements,...

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Amount of taxpayer-funded subsidies plummet in cities associated with Okanogan County in 2021

Rare Disease Patients Advocated for Support in Subcommittee Hearing

Chair Rodgers Opening Remarks on Supporting Patients with Rare Diseases - Energy & Commerce Committee

The state of taxpayer-funded farm subsidies in cities associated with Pend Oreille County in 2021

House Energy and Commerce Committee Chair Rodgers Speaks on House Floor to Advance American Nuclear Energy Leadership

Where could drivers find the cheapest gas in cities within Okanogan County in week ending Feb. 24?

Taxpayer-funded subsidies offered to Pend Oreille County farmers in 2021 reached $143,122

Cheapest premium gas in cities across Okanogan County in week ending Feb. 24

Did farm subsidies in cities associated with Stevens County rise or fall in 2021?

Chairs Rodgers and Carter Press EPA For Answers Over Hiring Nearly 2,000 New Agency Employees

1 gas station in cities throughout Okanogan County had the cheapest regular gas in week ending Feb. 24

Republican Leaders Demand Answers on Biden Administration's Ineffective EV Infrastructure Program

How much did farmers in Ferry County receive in taxpayer-funded subsidies in 2021?

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Cheapest regular gas in cities across Stevens County in week ending Feb. 24

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