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Reichert Statement on “CLEAR Act”
Jul 30, 2010
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Congressman Dave Reichert (WA-08) today released the following statement on the “CLEAR Act”, H.R. 3534:
“The Deep Water Horizon oil spill was a tragedy of historic proportion, and there is no doubt that Congress must play a role to make sure oil and gas drilling operations are safe and secure,” R...
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Reichert Introduces Bipartisan Offshore Drilling Safety Improvement Act
Jun 29, 2010
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Congressman Dave Reichert (WA-08) today introduced the bipartisan Offshore Drilling Safety Improvement Act with Congressman Jay Inslee (WA-01) in the wake of the Deep Water Horizon oil spill.
“I want to ensure Congress does everything possible to prevent another tragedy of the magnitude we’ve wit...
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Conflicting Guidance from Federal Agencies Could Leave Communities Facing Costly Flood Insurance and Unnecessarily Vulnerable to Flooding
Jun 7, 2010
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Today, Senators Maria Cantwell and Senator Patty Murray, and Congressmen Adam Smith, Dave Reichert, Jay Inslee, and Jim McDermott urged the Army Corps of Engineers to overcome roadblocks to certifying levees across Washington. Conflicting federal laws and regulations could prevent federal accreditat...
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Reichert Statement on Earth Day 2010
Apr 22, 2010
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Congressman Dave Reichert (WA-08) made the following statement recognizing Earth Day 2010:
“As America observes Earth Day, Washington State can take special pride in the resources we care for and enjoy. Our state has a long tradition of preserving its natural resources, and together we continue w...
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House Passes Reichert Alpine Lakes Wilderness Legislation
Mar 18, 2010
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Congressman Dave Reichert (WA-08) today applauded the passage of his Alpine Lakes Wilderness Additions and Pratt and Middle Fork Snoqualmie Rivers Protection Act (H.R. 1769), by the U.S. House of Representatives. Reichert’s proposal passed the House with strong bipartisan support, and marked a signi...
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Reichert Legislation Recognized by U.S. Green Building Council
Mar 12, 2010
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Congressman Dave Reichert (WA-08), a Member of the House Ways & Means Committee, today applauded the U.S. Green Building Council (USGBC) recognition of a comprehensive, bipartisan package of energy efficiency tax incentives he introduced this Congress. The Expanding Building Efficiency Incentive...
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Reichert Alpine Lakes Wilderness Bill Clears Committee, Readied for House Vote
Feb 24, 2010
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Congressman Dave Reichert (WA-08) today applauded the passage of his Alpine Lakes Wilderness Additions and Pratt and Middle Fork Snoqualmie Rivers Protection Act (H.R. 1769), through the House Natural Resources Committee with strong bipartisan support. Reichert’s legislation proposes a 22,000-acre e...
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Reichert Legislation Clears Natural Resources Committee
Feb 24, 2010
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From the press office:
Congressman Reichert's legislation cleared the Natural Resources Committee today! Here's what the Congressman had to say about it:
“Today’s vote is a critical step forward in the protection of these treasured areas,” said Reichert. “Washington State has a deep tradition ...
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Reichert Votes for Clean Energy, Security Legislation
Jun 26, 2009
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Congressman Dave Reichert (WA-08) released the following statement today after the U.S. House passed the American Clean Energy and Security Act:
“Energy independence and our national security are critical issues for America. These issues transcend politics. The future of this country is on the ...
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Reichert Secures Federal Funds for Mount Rainier, City of Buckley
Jun 10, 2009
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Congressman Dave Reichert (WA-08) today announced funding for Mount Rainier and the City of Buckley that was included in legislation being prepared for consideration in the House of Representatives. Congressman Reichert requested these funds which will improve access to the parks at Mount Rainer, an...
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