As a Member of the U.S. House of Representatives, I participate in Committee meetings and take votes on issues of importance to Central Washington. This page is designed to help you learn more about my work in Congress and about actions taken by the House of Representatives.
Learn More About Doc's Position on the Issues Important to Central Washington
Bills Sponsored by Doc
Bills Co-Sponsored by Doc
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The following are a few of the legislative proposals I am working on during the 111th session of Congress, which spans 2009 and 2010. Click here for a complete list.
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A bill to preserve health care choices and protect doctor-owned hospitals by repealing part of the Democrat health care law that arbitrarily bans new doctor-owned hospitals and restricts existing doctor-owned hospitals from growing to meet the needs of local communities.
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A bill to preserve Second Amendment rights in National Parks and National Wildlife Refuges.
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Legislation with Congressman Inslee aimed at halting the Obama Administration’s illegal efforts to shut down Yucca Mountain and ensure the project moves forward.
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A bill to allow fish stocking to continue in certain lakes in the North Cascades National Park.
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A bill to allow for Stehekin Valley Road to be rebuilt in order to provide continued access to the North Cascades National Park.
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A bill to improve air ambulance service in rural areas.
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A bill to end the taxpayer bailout provision in the stimulus spending law that leaves taxpayers on the hook for failed investments in foreign and domestic energy projects.
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An amendment with Congressman Spratt to halt the Obama Administration’s illegal efforts to shut down Yucca Mountain and ensure the project moves forward.
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A bill to allow families fair and affordable access to cabins on federal lands.
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A bill to allow for public access to the summit of Rattlesnake Mountain.
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