News from Congressman Dan Newhouse

Moving Food for Peace to USDA

For the past 70 years, American farmers and shippers have led the effort to combat international hunger through the Food for Peace program and have fed more than 4 billion people in more than 150 countries.

This week my colleagues and I introduced legislation to move the Food for Peace program from the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID) to the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA).

The Food for Peace program plays a critical role in helping prevent starvation in places around the world that need it most, while also providing American farmers additional market opportunities. This legislation allows a commodity-focused agency to manage and execute the program’s mission while ensuring accountability that funds will be spent responsibly.

America must continue to be a global leader in the fight against hunger!

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At Work for the Agriculture Industry

On Tuesday I participated in the first House Agriculture Committee hearing of the 119th Congress.

My colleagues and I heard from farmers from across the nation and discussed the economic challenges they are facing. From record-high input costs to addressing labor shortages in our industry, getting a farm bill across the finish line this year is imperative.

I am excited to get to work with my colleagues and start delivering results for American Farmers.

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Speaking at the National Council of Agricultual Employers 61st Annual Meeting

This week I had the pleasure of speaking at the National Council of Agricultural Employers 61st Annual meeting.

We discussed the ongoing efforts in Congress to reform the H-2A program including an updated and improved Farm Workforce Modernization Act.

Ensuring a strong agriculture workforce remains one of my top priorities, and I am looking forward to hearing more about ways I can help farmers overcome these challenges.

A Strong Future for the Columbia River System

On Tuesday, I met with members of the National Association of Wheat Growers and the Pacficic Northwest Waterways Association to discuss updates on the Columbia River System.

The Columbia and Snake River systems are huge economic drivers not only for our state but our nation. Over 50 percent of our domestic exported wheat goes through these systems!

As your Member of Congress, I will continue fighting to ensure our dams remain in place and that our region continues to enjoy all the benefits they offer.

Washington State Association of College Trustees

On Wednesday I met with multiple members of the Washington State Association of College Trustees.

We had a great discussion about how community colleges can help serve veteran students and the importance of strengthening workforce development in our state.

Economic Development in the Yakima Valley

On Wednesday, I met with the Patricia Byers, Mayor of Yakima, as well as members of the Yakima Valley Conference of Government and heard updates on their upcoming projects like the expansion of the Yakima Airport and the modernization of their terminals.

I look forward to keeping up with their projects and am thankful for all the hard work they are doing for Central Washington!

Resources for Tribal Law Enforcement

On Wednesday, I met with Meghan Franics, a council member of the Confederated Tribes of Colville, to discuss the challenges her tribal community are facing.

We spoke about how my Parity for Tribal Law Enforcement Act will address their public safety needs.

We must ensure tribal law enforcement has the tools to combat the worsening opioid crisis and cases of missing and murdered indigenous women.

Kennewick Irrigation's Electrification Project

On Wednesday I met with members of the Kennewick Irrigation District and heard updates about their ongoing electrification project.

They have served the Tri-Cities for more than 100 years and I look forward to supporting their work for Central Washington.

Services My Office Provides

Having trouble navigating the bureaucratic red tape of a federal agency? Need assistance with VA benefits? Looking to book a tour of our nation's capital? My office has you covered.

Also see my Central Washington Opioid Overdose and Fentanyl Resource Tool Kit and my Central Washington Wildfire Resource Kit for additional resources.

Are you interested in interning with my office?

I am currently accepting paid fall internship applications for my Washington, D.C. office.

Internships are an excellent opportunity for undergraduate students and college graduates to get experience working in policy, communications, or government in the heart of our nation.

Rep. Dan Newhouse | 460 Cannon House Office Bldg. | Washington, DC 20515 US

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