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Subcommittee Chair Griffith Advocates for Athlete Safety at U.S. Center for SafeSport Oversight Hearing

By NE Washington News | Mar 21, 2024

House Energy and Commerce Oversight and Investigations Subcommittee Chair Morgan Griffith (R-VA) emphasized the importance of athlete safety at a recent subcommittee hearing on ensuring athletes are protected from abuse.Griffith highlighted the significance of organized athletics in the country, stating, “Sport is instrumental in helping to teach young people the values of teamwork and self-esteem.” He noted that millions of children participate in youth sports leagues, dedicating countless hours to mastering their chosen sports.Referencing the establishment of the U.S....

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E&C Launches Bipartisan Oversight Inquiry into Organ Transplant Contractor and Implementation of Bipartisan Reforms

By NE Washington News | Mar 21, 2024

The Energy and Commerce Committee has initiated a bipartisan inquiry into the United Network for Organ Sharing (UNOS) and the implementation of new reforms aimed at improving the organ procurement and transplantation system in the United States. Chair Cathy McMorris Rodgers and Ranking Member Frank Pallone, Jr., along with other Committee leaders, are leading the effort to ensure the proper implementation of the Securing the U.S. Procurement and Transplantation Network Act.In a key letter excerpt, the Committee emphasized the importance of addressing errors and...

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Chairs Rodgers and Carter Criticize Biden’s Electric Vehicle Mandates

By NE Washington News | Mar 20, 2024

House Energy and Commerce Committee Chair Cathy McMorris Rodgers and Environment, Manufacturing, and Critical Materials Subcommittee Chair Buddy Carter have expressed strong opposition to President Biden's electric vehicle mandates. In response to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency's announcement of a rule requiring two-thirds of new vehicles to be electric by 2032, Rodgers and Carter released a statement condemning the decision.Rodgers and Carter criticized the administration for pushing a "rush-to-green agenda that forces Americans to drive unaffordable, less...

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Rodgers and Pallone Celebrate House Passage of Legislation to Protect Americans’ Data from Foreign Adversaries

By NE Washington News | Mar 20, 2024

House Energy and Commerce Committee Chair Cathy McMorris Rodgers (R-WA) and Ranking Member Frank Pallone, Jr., (D-NJ) expressed their satisfaction after the House passed H.R. 7520, the Protecting Americans’ Data from Foreign Adversaries Act of 2024, with a vote of 414 - 0. In a joint statement, they emphasized the importance of the legislation in preventing data brokers from selling Americans’ sensitive personal information to foreign adversaries."Today’s overwhelming vote sends a clear message that we will not allow our adversaries to undermine American national security...

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Republicans Request Audit of Unused Mental Health Funding

By NE Washington News | Mar 20, 2024

House Energy and Commerce Committee Chair Cathy McMorris Rodgers, along with Subcommittee on Health Chair Brett Guthrie, and Subcommittee on Oversight and Investigations Chair Morgan Griffith, have sent a letter to U.S. Government Accountability Office Comptroller General Gene Dodaro requesting an audit. The audit aims to examine how the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) has handled approximately $8 billion in COVID-19 supplemental funding and nearly $1 billion in new funds for the 9-8-8 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline Program.The Chairs...

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Energy & Commerce Committee Chair Rodgers Leads Markup of 28 Bills

By NE Washington News | Mar 20, 2024

House Energy and Commerce Committee Chair Cathy McMorris Rodgers opened the Full Committee markup of 28 bills by emphasizing the importance of the legislation in improving the lives of the American people. She commended her colleagues for their hard work on the bills, stating, “The breadth of solutions we’re considering is just the latest example of the Energy and Commerce Committee working together to deliver real results for the American people.”The Committee's focus included securing America's communications infrastructure from foreign adversaries, with Chair Rodgers...

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House Energy and Commerce Committee Chair Announces Markup of 28 Bills

By NE Washington News | Mar 18, 2024

House Energy and Commerce Committee Chair Cathy McMorris Rodgers has announced a Full Committee markup scheduled for Wednesday, March 20, 2024. The Committee will be considering legislation from various subcommittees covering Energy, Climate, Grid Security, Environment, Manufacturing, Critical Materials, Health, and Communications and Technology.Regarding the upcoming markup, Chair Rodgers stated, “The Energy and Commerce Committee has a rich history of enacting solutions that improve people’s livelihoods and freedom, all while maintaining America’s global energy and...

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Which former NE Washington News area high school standouts will be in action in the week starting Mon March 18?

By NE Washington News | Mar 17, 2024

These former NE Washington News area high school standouts will be in action in the week starting Mon March 18.

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NE Washington News area weekly mass times

By NE Washington News | Mar 16, 2024

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

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Where were the cheapest places to fill up on regular gas in cities in Okanogan County in week ending Mar. 9?

By NE Washington News | Mar 15, 2024

The only price of regular gas in cities throughout Okanogan County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Mar. 9, according to GasBuddy.com.

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Chairs Rodgers and Griffith Announce Oversight Hearing on U.S. Center for SafeSportEnergy & Commerce Committee

By NE Washington News | Mar 14, 2024

House Energy and Commerce Committee Chair Cathy McMorris Rodgers and Subcommittee on Oversight and Investigations Chair Morgan Griffith have announced an upcoming hearing focused on evaluating safety measures to protect athletes at all levels. The hearing, titled "Timeout: Evaluating Safety Measures Implemented to Protect Athletes," aims to address challenges in implementing safety measures provided by the SafeSport program.In a joint statement, Chairs Rodgers and Griffith emphasized the importance of ensuring the safety and well-being of athletes, stating, “We must...

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House Energy and Commerce Committee to Hold Hearing on Regulation of Diagnostic Tests

By NE Washington News | Mar 14, 2024

House Energy and Commerce Committee Chair Cathy McMorris Rodgers and Subcommittee on Health Chair Brett Guthrie have announced a subcommittee hearing focusing on the regulation of diagnostic tests. The hearing, titled "Evaluating Approaches to Diagnostic Test Regulation and the Impact of the FDA’s Proposed Rule," aims to address the implications of the FDA's proposed rule on lab developed tests and alternative regulatory approaches.In a joint statement, Chairs Rodgers and Guthrie expressed concerns about the FDA's proposed rule, highlighting the potential negative impact...

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House Energy and Commerce Committee Chair Applauds Passage of H.R. 7521

By NE Washington News | Mar 13, 2024

Washington, D.C. — House Energy and Commerce Committee Chair Cathy McMorris Rodgers (R-WA) expressed her support for the passage of H.R. 7521, the Protecting Americans from Foreign Adversary Controlled Applications Act, which received a strong bipartisan vote of 352-65 in the House today.In a statement, Chair Rodgers emphasized the importance of the bill, stating, "H.R. 7521 is the result of diligent and bipartisan efforts to protect Americans’ data and address the serious national security threat posed by our enemies. Applications controlled by foreign adversaries can be...

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House Energy and Commerce Committee Chair Urges Action to Prevent Foreign Adversaries from Exploiting American Users

By NE Washington News | Mar 13, 2024

House Energy and Commerce Committee Chair Cathy McMorris Rodgers took to the House Floor to voice her support for the Protecting Americans from Foreign Adversary Controlled Applications Act. In her remarks, Rodgers emphasized the threat posed by foreign adversaries, particularly highlighting the Chinese Communist Party's (CCP) exploitation of popular applications like TikTok.Rodgers stated, “Foreign adversaries, like the Chinese Communist Party, pose the greatest national security threat of our time," underscoring the seriousness of the issue at hand. She pointed out how...

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Where could drivers find the cheapest gas in cities within Stevens County in week ending Mar. 9?

By NE Washington News | Mar 12, 2024

The only price of diesel in cities throughout Stevens County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Mar. 9, according to GasBuddy.com.

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1 gas station in cities throughout Stevens County had the cheapest midgrade gas in week ending Mar. 9

By NE Washington News | Mar 12, 2024

The only price of midgrade gas in cities throughout Stevens County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Mar. 9, according to GasBuddy.com.

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Chair Rodgers Opening Remarks at Health Subcommittee Markup of 19 Legislative Proposals to Improve Health for Patients

By NE Washington News | Mar 12, 2024

House Energy and Commerce Committee Chair Cathy McMorris Rodgers expressed her enthusiasm for the Health Subcommittee markup of 19 bills aimed at improving the health and wellbeing of patients and caregivers. She highlighted the bipartisan support for the legislation, stating, "I am glad we are here today moving so many important pieces of legislation that will strengthen the health and wellbeing of the American people—almost all of which have broad, bipartisan support."Chair Rodgers emphasized the importance of reauthorizing vital programs that are set to expire,...

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Chair Rodgers Welcomes Rep. John James to the Energy and Commerce Committee

By NE Washington News | Mar 12, 2024

House Energy and Commerce Committee Chair Cathy McMorris Rodgers (R-WA) extended a warm welcome to Rep. John James (R-MI) after the House Republican Steering Committee selected him to serve on the Committee. In a statement, Chair Rodgers expressed her congratulations to Rep. James, stating, "I congratulate Rep. James on becoming the newest member of the Energy and Commerce Committee—the best Committee on Capitol Hill. I welcome his experience and perspective as a veteran and businessman as we continue working to deliver solutions to improve the lives of the American...

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House Energy and Commerce Committee Addresses Threats to American Communications Networks

By NE Washington News | Mar 12, 2024

House Energy and Commerce Committee Chair Cathy McMorris Rodgers opened the Communications and Technology Subcommittee markup of four bills aimed at safeguarding American communications networks from foreign threats, particularly those posed by the Chinese Communist Party.Rodgers emphasized the importance of the legislation, stating, “Today, we are marking up four important pieces of legislation that will secure communications networks from threats posed by the Chinese Communist Party and promote U.S. technological leadership." She also expressed gratitude towards her...

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House Subcommittee Chair Latta Addresses Threats Posed by Chinese Communist Party in Communications Sector

By NE Washington News | Mar 12, 2024

House Energy and Commerce Communications and Technology Subcommittee Chair Bob Latta (R-OH) highlighted the threats posed by the Chinese Communist Party (CCP) to American communications networks during a recent Subcommittee markup session. Latta emphasized the importance of countering the CCP's influence in the communications sector, stating, "We are considering four pieces of legislation to counter the significant threats posed by the Chinese Communist Party (CCP) to communications networks in the United States and around the world."Latta pointed out that China's...