Congressman Doc Hastings

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  • Constituent Services are Part of the Job
    Oct 5, 2012  - I recognize that navigating federal agencies can often be challenging. As Central Washington’s Representative in Congress, one of my highest priorities is providing service and assistance to the people from my district. Being in a position to help Central Washington residents is the most rewarding p... More
  • Promoting Policies to Help Our Farmers Succeed
    Jul 20, 2012  - Earlier this month, the House Agriculture Committee passed legislation, by a bipartisan vote, to reauthorize the Farm Bill for five years. While this bill is far from perfect, it includes a number of reforms that reduce federal spending while continuing key investments in programs that help our grow... More
  • Hastings Joins Bipartisan Letter to Encourage Fair Access to Mexico for Central Washington Potato Growers
    Jun 15, 2012  - On Monday, Congressman Doc Hastings joined 14 other Members of the U.S. House of Representatives in sending a letter to United States Trade Ambassador Ron Kirk, urging him to pressure Mexico to allow fair access for U.S. fresh potatoes. “For far too long, Mexico has restricted access to fresh potato... More
  • Hastings and Reichert Rally Congressional Support to Keep Indonesia Market Open
    Jun 14, 2012  - Representatives Doc Hastings and Dave Reichert were joined by 19 colleagues in sending a letter to Ambassador Ron Kirk last week. The letter urges him to pursue all available resources in maintaining access to the Indonesian market for U.S. fresh produce. “Our growers have proven time and again that... More
  • Congressman Doc Hastings' statement on Implementation of U.S. Colombia Trade Deal
    May 15, 2012  - “While long overdue, there is no question that today’s implementation of this trade agreement with Colombia means new opportunities and job growth potential for Washington state growers and manufacturers,” said Congressman Doc Hastings. “It is a matter of fairness. Colombian products have enjoyed op... More
  • Congressman Doc Hastings visits Latin America to Focus on Jobs, Energy and Trade Opportunities
    Jan 9, 2012  - Sunday, Congressman Doc Hastings, as part of a seven member congressional delegation, embarked on an official visit to the United States’ top three export markets in Latin America to discuss American energy jobs, export opportunities and economic security. “I look forward to this opportunity to work... More
  • Congressional Mailbag
    Oct 21, 2011  - Each month I receive thousands of emails, phone calls and letters on a variety of topics. I wanted to share a few questions that I recently received. What are you doing to protect Second Amendment rights? I have long been a supporter of second amendment rights as my record in Congress reflects. Mos... More
  • Hastings Statement on Mexican Tariffs
    Oct 14, 2011  - Hastings Statement on the Elimination of Retaliatory Tariffs on Washington Agriculture WASHINGTON, D.C.— “Today’s news from the Department of Transportation is good news for Central Washington agriculture. Washington state growers and processors have endured these tariffs for 31 grueling months – co... More
  • Congressman Doc Hastings statement regarding the passage of the Colombia, Panama and South Korea Trade Agreements
    Oct 12, 2011  - WASHINGTON, D.C.—“In Washington state, where one in three jobs is dependent on international trade, we understand the importance of expanding foreign markets to economic success. And nationwide, with 95 percent of the world’s population living outside of our borders, the United States must break dow... More
  • Opening Gateways to American Jobs
    Oct 7, 2011  - In Washington state we understand how critical international trade is to our economy. One in three jobs relies on trade—which makes Washington the most trade-dependent in the country. With 95 percent of the world’s population living outside of our borders, the United States must break down unfair tr... More