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1 gas station in cities throughout Okanogan County had the cheapest diesel in week ending Apr. 6

By NE Washington News | Apr 9, 2024

The only price of diesel in cities throughout Okanogan County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Apr. 6, according to GasBuddy.com.

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Subcommittee Chair Duncan Opening Remarks at Port Arthur Hearing on Biden’s LNG Export Ban

By NE Washington News | Apr 8, 2024

House Energy and Commerce Energy, Climate, and Grid Security Subcommittee Chair Jeff Duncan (R-SC) made a powerful statement at a field hearing in Port Arthur, Texas, addressing President Biden's LNG export ban. Duncan emphasized the importance of U.S. LNG exports and the negative impacts of Biden's decision on American communities.Duncan highlighted the benefits of U.S. LNG exports, stating, “The U.S. is blessed with tremendous natural resources and the entrepreneurial spirit required to harness these resources and propel the United States to global energy dominance." He...

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Rep. Weber Speaks Out Against Biden's LNG Export Ban

By NE Washington News | Apr 8, 2024

Rep. Randy Weber, a member of the House Energy and Commerce Committee, shared his concerns at a field hearing in Port Arthur, Texas, regarding President Biden's ban on LNG exports. Weber emphasized the significance of the LNG industry in Southeast Texas, particularly in Port Arthur, highlighting the job opportunities and economic benefits it brings to the region.Weber expressed his disappointment in Biden's decision, stating, "Just a few miles away from here is the home of Port Arthur LNG and Golden Pass LNG, both of which provide THOUSANDS of direct jobs and BILLIONS of...

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Which former NE Washington News area high school standouts will be in action in the week starting Mon April 8?

By NE Washington News | Apr 7, 2024

These former NE Washington News area high school standouts will be in action in the week starting Mon April 8.

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NE Washington News area weekly mass times

By NE Washington News | Apr 6, 2024

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

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Census Bureau: 78.5% of people in Stevens County were old enough to vote in 2021

By NE Washington News | Apr 5, 2024

Of the 46,057 citizens living in Stevens County in 2021, 78.5% were old enough to vote, equating to 36,132 individuals, according to U.S. Census Bureau data obtained on Oct. 26.

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Chair Rodgers Statement on DOE’s Revised Standards for Distribution TransformersEnergy & Commerce Committee

By NE Washington News | Apr 5, 2024

House Energy and Commerce Committee Chair Cathy McMorris Rodgers (R-WA) has responded to the Department of Energy’s final rule to regulate distribution transformers. In a statement, Rodgers expressed cautious optimism about the revised standards, stating, “While I am still reviewing the finalized rule, it is encouraging to see that the Department, in response to pressure from Energy and Commerce Republicans, has scaled back their initial proposal to make it more practical."Rodgers acknowledged the positive changes made in the revised standards, such as extending the...

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Republicans Challenge EPA's Clean School Bus Program Selection Process

By NE Washington News | Apr 5, 2024

House Energy and Commerce Committee Chairs Cathy McMorris Rodgers, Morgan Griffith, and Buddy Carter have raised concerns about the Environmental Protection Agency's (EPA) Clean School Bus Program, emphasizing the need for transparency and fairness in the selection process.According to the committee chairs, the EPA's Office of the Inspector General (OIG) has identified significant issues within the program that could lead to waste, fraud, and abuse. They highlighted that the program appears to favor electric school buses over other eligible options, creating challenges...

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House Energy and Commerce Committee Questions IEA's Shift Towards Climate Agenda

By NE Washington News | Apr 4, 2024

House Energy and Commerce Committee Chair Cathy McMorris Rodgers and Energy, Climate, and Grid Security Subcommittee Chair Jeff Duncan have raised concerns over the International Energy Agency (IEA) shifting away from its primary energy security mission towards advocating for radical climate policies.According to the committee chairs, the IEA's new climate agenda and flawed projections are undermining its role in providing accurate and impartial data to governments for decision-making. This shift has also influenced the U.S. government's decision to restrict liquefied...

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Chair Rodgers Statement on Biden’s Green Slush Fund Awards

By NE Washington News | Apr 4, 2024

House Energy and Commerce Committee Chair Cathy McMorris Rodgers criticized the Biden administration's allocation of funds from the Greenhouse Gas Reduction Fund (GGRF), stating, “This administration continues to prioritize its radical rush-to-green agenda over the needs of the American people." Rodgers expressed concerns about the distribution of $20 billion to various groups and leftwing special interests without a clear plan to prevent funds from benefiting China, a major player in renewable energy supply chains.Rodgers called for the Senate to consider legislation...

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House Energy and Commerce Committee to Hold Hearing on Section 230 of the Communications Decency Act

By NE Washington News | Apr 4, 2024

House Energy and Commerce Committee Chair Cathy McMorris Rodgers and Communications and Technology Subcommittee Chair Bob Latta have announced a hearing titled “Where Are We Now: Section 230 of the Communications Decency Act of 1996.” According to Chair Rodgers, "Section 230 has not been meaningfully updated since the Communications Decency Act of 1996, even though Big Tech companies and others facilitating user-generated content have become increasingly integrated into our everyday lives. The growth and influence of these companies has raised concerns about how best to...

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EcoHealth Alliance President Peter Daszak Faces Public Hearing Amid Allegations of Misleading Testimony

By NE Washington News | Apr 4, 2024

EcoHealth Alliance (EcoHealth) President Dr. Peter Daszak is set to appear for a public hearing on May 1, 2024, before the House Energy and Commerce Committee (E&C) amidst allegations of misleading testimony and discrepancies in his statements.The Chairs of various committees have raised concerns about Dr. Daszak's credibility following inconsistencies between his closed-door transcribed interview and evidence reviewed by the Committees. They are calling on him to address these discrepancies and explain EcoHealth's relationship with the Wuhan Institute of Virology (WIV),...

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Chairs Rodgers and Duncan Announce Hearing on Improving Spent Nuclear Fuel Management

By NE Washington News | Apr 3, 2024

House Energy and Commerce Committee Chair Cathy McMorris Rodgers and Energy, Climate, and Grid Security Subcommittee Chair Jeff Duncan have announced a hearing titled “American Nuclear Energy Expansion: Spent Fuel Policy and Innovation.” The hearing is scheduled for Wednesday, April 10, 2024, at 10:30 A.M. ET in the 2322 Rayburn House Office Building. According to Chairs Rodgers and Duncan, “Improving the management of spent nuclear fuel is important as we work to unleash American nuclear energy. A critical piece of this is making sure the federal government is fulfilling...

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House Energy and Commerce Committee Chairs Announce Hearing on Telehealth Legislation

By NE Washington News | Apr 3, 2024

House Energy and Commerce Committee Chair Cathy McMorris Rodgers and Subcommittee on Health Chair Brett Guthrie have announced a subcommittee hearing titled "Legislative Proposals to Support Patient Access to Telehealth Services." In a joint statement, Chairs Rodgers and Guthrie emphasized the importance of telehealth services, particularly in light of the pandemic and its impact on healthcare delivery."The pandemic opened our eyes to the many benefits telehealth services provide to patients, especially those in rural areas or who are homebound. Similarly, previous...

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Where were the cheapest places to fill up on regular gas in cities in Okanogan County in week ending Mar. 30?

By NE Washington News | Apr 2, 2024

The only price of regular gas in cities throughout Okanogan County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Mar. 30, according to GasBuddy.com.

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Republicans Request Study on China's Potential Exploitation of NIH Research

By NE Washington News | Apr 2, 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 penned a letter to Government Accountability Office Comptroller General Gene Dodaro. In the letter, they call for an examination of the National Institutes of Health's (NIH) safeguards against national security threats and unethical research practices, especially those involving China.“We write to request that the Government Accountability Office (GAO) examine the extent to...

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Chairs Rodgers and Duncan Announce Field Hearing in Port Arthur on Biden’s LNG Export Ban Energy & Commerce Committee

By NE Washington News | Apr 1, 2024

House Energy and Commerce Committee Chair Cathy McMorris Rodgers and Energy, Climate, and Grid Security Subcommittee Chair Jeff Duncan have revealed plans for a field hearing in Port Arthur, Texas, centered around President Biden's LNG export ban. The hearing, titled “Biden’s LNG Export Ban: How Rush-to-Green Politics Hurts Local Communities and U.S. Energy Security,” aims to shed light on the impacts of such policies on communities like Port Arthur.In a statement, Chair Cathy McMorris Rodgers emphasized the significance of the energy industry for local economies and...

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Which former NE Washington News area high school standouts will be in action in the week starting Mon April 1?

By NE Washington News | Mar 31, 2024

These former NE Washington News area high school standouts will be in action in the week starting Mon April 1.

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NE Washington News area weekly mass times

By NE Washington News | Mar 30, 2024

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

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Claire O'Connor, former Lakeside High School standout’s collegiate team plays on Friday, March 29 in Division I NCAA Basketball Championship Tournament

By NE Washington News | Mar 30, 2024

The Gonzaga Bulldogs lost 69-47.