Spokane, WA – Rep. Cathy McMorris Rodgers (R-WA) released the following statement today after her delegation colleague, Rep. Norm Dicks (D-WA) announced his retirement:

“The Dean of our Washington delegation for many years, Norm will leave Congress with many achievements and a powerful legacy.  I’ve enjoyed working with him in a bipartisan way on many issues, especially those involving our military, veterans, and Fairchild Air Force Base.  I wish Norm and Suzie all the best and again congratulate Norm on his many successful years serving in the House."

Rep. Dicks represents Washington’s Sixth District and is the Ranking Democrat on the House Appropriations Committee.  He is serving his 18^th term.