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Congressmen announce hearing on FDA regulation of OTC monograph drugs

Today, Congressman Brett Guthrie of Kentucky and Congressman Earl L. "Buddy" Carter of Georgia announced an upcoming hearing focused on the regulation of over-the-counter (OTC) monograph drugs by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA).

By NE Washington News | Mar 25, 2025

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Congress examines regional grid reliability amid rising energy demands

Today, Congressman Bob Latta, Chairman of the Subcommittee on Energy, led a hearing titled "Keeping the Lights On: Examining the State of Regional Grid Reliability."

By NE Washington News | Mar 25, 2025

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Congressman Guthrie supports new NIH director amid calls for agency reform

By NE Washington News | Mar 25, 2025

Today, Congressman Brett Guthrie, Chairman of the House Committee on Energy and Commerce, commented on the confirmation of Dr. Jayanta Bhattacharya as Director of the National Institutes of Health (NIH) by the U.S. Senate.

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Congressional hearing to address cybersecurity issues in legacy medical devices

By NE Washington News | Mar 25, 2025

Today, Congressmen Brett Guthrie and Gary Palmer announced an upcoming hearing titled "Aging Technology, Emerging Threats: Examining Cybersecurity Vulnerabilities in Legacy Medical Devices."

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Congressman Bob Latta addresses regional grid reliability concerns at energy subcommittee hearing

By NE Washington News | Mar 25, 2025

Congressman Bob Latta, Chairman of the Subcommittee on Energy, addressed the ongoing challenges facing regional grid reliability in a hearing titled "Keeping the Lights On: Examining the State of Regional Grid Reliability."

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In 2022, Okanogan County ranks ninth among Washington counties for government transfer income per capita at $16,121

By NE Washington News | Mar 24, 2025

In 2022, residents of Okanogan County received an average of $16,121 per capita in government transfer payments—ranking it ninth highest in Washington.

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House Republicans emphasize commitment to advancing President Trump's agenda

By NE Washington News | Mar 24, 2025

Today, a joint statement was released by Congressman Brett Guthrie (KY-02), Chairman of the House Committee on Energy and Commerce, alongside House Republican Leadership and Committee Chairmen involved in the budget reconciliation process.

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Ferry County: Residents received $12.35 million per capita from Income Maintenance transfers in 2022

By NE Washington News | Mar 22, 2025

In 2022, Income Maintenance transfers made up 3.8% of income in Ferry County, providing an average of $1,659 per capita to residents.

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Hearing announced on online dangers to children

By NE Washington News | Mar 19, 2025

Congressman Brett Guthrie, Chairman of the House Committee on Energy and Commerce, along with Congressman Gus Bilirakis, Chairman of the Subcommittee on Commerce, Manufacturing, and Trade, has announced a hearing titled "The World Wild Web:...

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House committee announces hearing on regional grid reliability

By NE Washington News | Mar 18, 2025

Congressman Brett Guthrie, Chairman of the House Committee on Energy and Commerce, alongside Congressman Bob Latta, Chairman of the Subcommittee on Energy, announced a hearing to discuss regional grid reliability.

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Pend Oreille County residents received $17,006 per capita in government transfers in 2022, ranking sixth in Washington

By NE Washington News | Mar 17, 2025

In 2022, residents of Pend Oreille County received an average of $17,006 per capita in government transfer payments—ranking it sixth highest in Washington.

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Trump signs resolution repealing Biden's natural gas tax

By NE Washington News | Mar 17, 2025

Congressman Brett Guthrie, who chairs the House Committee on Energy and Commerce, issued a statement following the signing of H.J. Res. 35 by President Donald Trump.

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Pend Oreille County: Income Maintenance dependency reached 3.5% in 2022

By NE Washington News | Mar 17, 2025

In 2022, Income Maintenance transfers made up 3.5% of income in Pend Oreille County, providing an average of $1,691 per capita to residents.

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House subcommittee examines potential of redeveloping brownfield sites

By NE Washington News | Mar 11, 2025

Today, the House Committee on Energy and Commerce Subcommittee on Environment convened a hearing titled "Maximizing Opportunities for Redeveloping Brownfields Sites: Assessing the Potential for New American Innovation."

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Congress examines EPA's Brownfields grant program for redevelopment opportunities

By NE Washington News | Mar 11, 2025

Congressman Morgan Griffith, Chair of the Subcommittee on Environment, delivered an opening statement at a hearing focused on redeveloping brownfield sites.

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Okanogan County: Income Maintenance made up 3.4% of total income in 2022

By NE Washington News | Mar 11, 2025

In 2022, Income Maintenance transfers made up 3.4% of income in Okanogan County, providing an average of $1,707 per capita to residents.

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Ferry County ranks third highest in Washington for per capita government transfer income at $17,849 in 2022

By NE Washington News | Mar 10, 2025

In 2022, residents of Ferry County received an average of $17,849 per capita in government transfer payments—ranking it third highest in Washington.

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House committee examines challenges in U.S. broadband deployment

By NE Washington News | Mar 6, 2025

Yesterday, the House Committee on Energy and Commerce Subcommittee on Communications and Technology convened a hearing titled "Fixing Biden’s Broadband Blunder" in Washington, D.C. The discussion centered around issues related to broadband...

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House subcommittee discusses future electricity demands amid growing AI technology

By NE Washington News | Mar 6, 2025

The House Committee on Energy and Commerce Subcommittee on Energy convened a hearing titled "Scaling for Growth: Meeting Demand for Reliable, Affordable Electricity."

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Congressional leaders announce hearing on redeveloping brownfield sites

By NE Washington News | Mar 6, 2025

Today, Congressman Brett Guthrie of Kentucky and Congressman Morgan Griffith of Virginia announced a hearing to discuss the potential for redeveloping brownfield sites.