ICYMI: Congresswoman Schrier Hikes Portion of Enchantments with Local Leaders, Urges Trump Administration Again to Address Worsening Conditions

Hiked Enchantments wilderness area and urged Trump administration to restore Forest Service staffing.

“Restoring permanent staffing positions to carry out this vital work remains a necessary first step to properly addressing issues at The Enchantments.”

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Congresswoman Schrier’s Bill to Strengthen American Manufacturing Signed Into Law

Announced her Critical Infrastructure Manufacturing Feasibility Act was signed into law.

“I am proud to announce that my Critical Infrastructure Manufacturing Feasibility Act was signed into law”

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ICYMI: As Healthcare Costs Skyrocket, Congresswoman Schrier Joins Local Leaders, Patients to Discuss Her Bill to Cap Price of Insulin at $35 for all Americans

Joined healthcare leaders to discuss her bill capping insulin costs at $35 monthly for all Americans.

“Costs across the board are far too high for patients and families in Washington state. As a doctor with Type 1 diabetes, I was so proud to cap insulin at $35 a month for seniors a few years ago.”

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Congresswoman Schrier Introduces Bipartisan Bill to Protect Wetland Habitats, Species in Washington State

Introduced bipartisan bill to restore and protect wetland habitats in Pacific Northwest.

“Farmers, Tribes, and local communities across our region rely on wetlands and the species they protect”

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Congresswoman Schrier, Senator Murray Visit Washington State Fire Training Academy, Affirm Commitment to Invest in Wildfire Prevention and Response

Visited Washington State Fire Training Academy to discuss wildfire prevention and response resources.

“Communities in the Eighth District and across Washington state are reeling from the damage of this season’s devastating wildfires that threatened lives, property, and businesses”

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Congresswoman Schrier Joins WA Delegation in Supporting Governor’s Request for Major Disaster Declaration for Public Assistance for Devastating Wildfires in Washington State

Joined delegation letter urging disaster declaration approval for Washington wildfires.

“Washington state suffered from a historic wildfire season, with multiple wildfires ravaging parts of Central and Eastern Washington, devastating communities in Asotin, Chelan, Columbia, Douglas, Ferry, Grant, Okanogan, Spokane, Stevens, Whitman, and Yakima Counties, as well as the Spokane Tribe of Indians.”

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Congresswoman Schrier, Senator Bennet Demand Answers on Childhood Vaccines EO, Measles Deaths, & Delayed Vaccine Access

Sent letter demanding CDC answers on Trump's childhood vaccine executive order and measles outbreak.

“[...] As the United States is experiencing the largest measles outbreak in 35 years, President Trump issued an Executive Order (EO) aimed at dismantling core immunization guidelines, and the U.S.”

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Congresswoman Schrier, WA Lawmakers, Colleagues Demand Transparency After U.S. Forest Service Coordinates with ICE on Public Lands

Demanded transparency from Forest Service on ICE coordination during wildfire season.

“As Members of Congress representing the Pacific Northwest and Democratic leadership of the Congressional Hispanic Caucus, the House Natural Resources Committee, and the House Agriculture Committee, we are concerned that the U.S.”

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Congresswoman Schrier’s Bill to Bolster Clean, Affordable Hydropower Energy and Enhance River Health Signed Into Law

Announced her Hydropower Licensing Transparency Act was signed into law.

“I am thrilled to announce that my bipartisan Hydropower Licensing Transparency Act was signed into law”

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Congresswoman Schrier Joins WA Delegation in Supporting Request for Major Disaster Declaration for Individual Assistance Following Devastating Wildfires

Joined Washington delegation requesting major disaster declaration for wildfire recovery assistance.

“A record-setting drought and an unusually small snowpack contributed to numerous large and fast-moving wildfires in Central and Eastern Washington, devastating communities in Benton, Spokane, Stevens, and Okanogan Counties, as well as on the Spokane Indian Reservation.”

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Congresswoman Schrier Introduces Bipartisan Bill to Improve Life-Saving Newborn Health Screenings

Introduced bipartisan bill to provide federal funding for newborn disease screening programs.

“As a pediatrician, I’ve taken care of patients whose conditions were discovered early on their newborn screen. Because we had the resources to screen for these diseases, we were able to help babies right away and save lives.”

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Congresswoman Schrier, Senators Murray and Cantwell Introduce Bill to Honor Captain Ariana Savino, Zeus 95 Crew

Introduced bill to establish monument honoring Zeus 95 crew killed in March 2026 military operation.

“I remain heartbroken that the crew of Zeus 95, including Captain Savino of Covington, died last spring in flight operations over Iraq. I will continue my efforts to honor their bravery and sacrifice, and am profoundly grateful that these crewmembers chose a life of service to our nation”

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Reps Bilirakis, DeGette Announce Rep. Schrier’s Appointment to Co-Chair the Congressional Diabetes Caucus

Appointed as Democratic Co-Chair of the Congressional Diabetes Caucus.

“As a doctor with Type 1 diabetes, it is a priority of mine in Congress to help patients with diabetes manage their condition and afford their medications”

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ICYMI: Schrier-Led Patients First Act and Five Other Healthcare Bills Featured During Energy and Commerce Committee Hearing

Advocated for six healthcare bills including bipartisan Patients First Act during Energy and Commerce Committee hearing.

“Examining Legislative Proposals to Reform Medicare Provider Payment and Bolster Health Care Cybersecurity.”

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Congresswoman Schrier Introduces Bipartisan Bill to Bolster 988 Mental Health Crisis Response

Introduced bipartisan bill to fund mobile crisis response teams and Medicaid reimbursement for 988.

“As a pediatrician, I have seen firsthand how severe our youth and adult mental health crisis has become”

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Congresswoman Schrier Introduces Bipartisan Bill to Cap Cost of Insulin at $35 for all Americans

Introduced bipartisan bill to cap insulin costs at $35 monthly for all Americans.

“As a doctor with Type 1 diabetes who depends on insulin, I understand the immediate need to bring down the cost of insulin – especially at a time when so many Americans are already struggling with high costs”

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Congresswoman Schrier Introduces Bipartisan Legislation to Expand Veteran Mental Health Services

Introduced bipartisan bill to expand VA mental health services in underserved areas.

“We have a clear responsibility to make sure that those who have served and protected our country receive the best service and care possible. Recent tragedies in Washington state and Veterans mental health crises across our country are stark reminders of why we need to address the Veteran mental health care gap”

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Congresswoman Schrier Introduces Bipartisan Legislation to Keep AI from Making Health Care Decisions

Introduced bipartisan bill to prevent AI from making health care coverage decisions.

“It is critical that doctors, not automated systems or AI-powered models, are in charge of critical healthcare decisions for their patients. We are now seeing insurers implement automated systems that can make dangerous decisions about a patient’s health, coverage, and treatment plans.”

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Schrier, Schumer, and Bennet Lead 88 Colleagues in Demanding the Rescission of Trump’s Dangerous Childhood Vaccine Executive Order

Led 88 colleagues demanding Trump rescind executive order undermining childhood vaccine recommendations.

“At a moment when the United States is experiencing the highest surge in measles cases in thirty-five years and an increasing number of states are forced to declare public health emergencies - your administration is placing more children in harm’s way rather than protecting them.”

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ICYMI: Congresswoman Schrier Joins Roundtable Discussion with Local Health Leaders, Patients on Social Media’s Impacts on Youth Mental Health

Participated in roundtable discussion on social media's impact on youth mental health.

“As a pediatrician and member of Congress, I have seen first-hand the dangerous impacts social media has on our kids’ mental, physical, and emotional health”

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Congresswoman Schrier Joins WA Delegation in Requesting Expedited Emergency Declaration for Devastating Wildfires in Spokane

Joined Washington delegation requesting expedited emergency declaration for devastating wildfires.

“These fires spread rapidly, jumping roads and rivers, forcing thousands of residents to evacuate quickly, with many escaping with little more than they could carry. So far, roughly 700 structures have been destroyed in Spokane, including entire neighborhoods, while many remain threatened.”

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Reps Schrier, Houchin Introduce Bipartisan Bill to Improve Rural Hospital Cybersecurity

Introduced bipartisan bill to strengthen cybersecurity at rural hospitals.

“As a doctor and a patient, I know we must protect hospitals from cyberattacks”

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Congresswoman Schrier’s Statement on Republican-led Insider Trading and Voter Suppression Scheme

Criticized Republican insider trading bill as sham and opposed voter suppression provisions.

“In addition, Republicans’ bill cynically adds provisions that would completely destroy Washington state’s mail-in voting system just weeks before our election. The 8th Congressional District is 10,000 square miles, and this bill would force voters to potentially drive hundreds of miles to vote.”

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Congresswoman Schrier Introduces Bipartisan Bill to Support Hydropower Improvements, Lower Energy Costs

Introduced bipartisan bill to streamline hydropower and marine energy permitting process.

“The vast majority of Washington State’s energy comes from hydropower, making it essential that we efficiently maintain dams to support our communities”

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Reps Schrier, Langworthy Introduce Bipartisan Bill to Lower Prescription Drug Costs by Expanding Access to Biosimilars

Introduced bipartisan bill to expedite FDA approval of lower-cost biosimilar drugs.

“As a doctor with Type 1 diabetes, I have seen firsthand how skyrocketing insulin prices have threatened access to lifesaving medication for too many Americans”

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