Congressman Doc Hastings

Serving Central Washington

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  • Standing with Our Asparagus Growers
    Dec 22, 2006  - Washington is one of the most trade dependent states in the country and I have always supported the expansion of trade opportunities and fair trade agreements. I am well aware of how complex and interrelated the global economy is today and how important it is that we remain engaged with our trading ... More
  • Central Washington E-Newsletter
    Dec 15, 2006  - Thank you for subscribing to my e-newsletter. I'm pleased to provide this e-newsletter as an additional way for me to keep in touch with Central Washington residents. I hope you find it informative and I encourage you to forward it to any co-workers or friends who might be interested in signing up t... More
  • End of Session Report From Congress
    Dec 15, 2006  - During the 109th Congressional session, which spanned 2005 and 2006, several legislative priorities were enacted into law – the most significant of these achievements include: National Energy Plan – This comprehensive energy plan recognizes that no single approach will end our dependence on foreign ... More
  • Tax Fairness for Washingtonians
    Dec 8, 2006  - Before adjourning for the 109th Congress, the House of Representatives approved a tax relief plan that extends tax fairness for Washingtonians and provides important access to health care for seniors. The bill extends the state sales tax deduction for two additional years. In 2004, I helped enact a ... More
  • A Gift from the Evergreen State
    Dec 1, 2006  - For the first time ever, this year our state has the honor of providing a tree to help celebrate the holiday season at the U.S. Capitol. Known as the Capitol Christmas Tree, the tree is decorated with ornaments handmade by over 3,000 school children from across Washington state and will be placed on... More
  • National Meth Awareness Day
    Nov 24, 2006  - Communities in Washington state and across the nation face serious challenges related to the production and abuse of methamphetamine. Washington is currently ranked third in the nation for meth lab seizures. November 30th marks the first ever National Meth Awareness Day, which is sponsored by the U.... More
  • NW Power E-Newsletter
    Nov 17, 2006  - Thank you for subscribing to my e-newsletter. I'm pleased to provide this Dams, BPA and Northwest Power e-newsletter as an additional way for me to keep in touch with those interested in energy issues facing our region. I hope you find it informative and I encourage you to forward it to any co-worke... More
  • Medicare Prescription Drug Benefit Open Enrollment Happening Now
    Nov 17, 2006  - Seniors who want to sign up for a Medicare prescription drug plan, or who want to change their existing drug benefit can do so during the open enrollment period that runs through December 31st. I encourage seniors to carefully review new choices available through the Medicare prescription drug benef... More
  • Honoring our Veterans
    Nov 10, 2006  - Throughout our history, the United States has been blessed with men and women who voluntarily fought to protect us and all that our nation stands for. Each year on November 11th, we recognize the invaluable sacrifices our veterans have made to keep America safe and protect the freedoms and values up... More
  • Preventing Tax Increases
    Nov 3, 2006  - In recent years Congress has enacted tax relief policies that are growing our economy and putting more money back in the hands of all American taxpayers, families and small businesses. Workers are paying less in taxes, parents have more money because of the child tax credit, couples are not paying m... More