Congressman Doc Hastings

Serving Central Washington

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Weekly Message from Doc

  • Through “Infamy” We Stand United
    Dec 7, 2012  - 71 years ago on December 7th, the United States was hit by a devastating attack at Pearl Harbor. While history tells us it was a day that will live in infamy, many Americans recognize it as a stark reminder of the looming threats that we face in today’s uncertain world. While the United States showe... More
  • Protecting Yourself from Identity Theft this Holiday Season
    Nov 30, 2012  - With the holiday season upon us, Central Washingtonians are flocking to stores and websites to purchase gifts for family and friends. However, cases of identity theft can spoil the season’s goodwill. According to the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) – which handles identity theft issues – the most com... More
  • We Must Work Together to Prevent Across-the-Board Spending Cuts and Tax Increases
    Nov 23, 2012  - There is no question that the past few years have been challenging for many Americans. Americans have weathered 45 straight months of unemployment ranging from 7 to 10 percent. After four years of running trillion-dollar deficits, our national debt currently stands at $16.2 trillion. These figures a... More
  • A Valued Thanksgiving Tradition
    Nov 16, 2012  - From minor inconveniences like getting a flat tire to more serious obstacles like losing one’s job or home in Hurricane Sandy, the hurdles that we face sometimes make it hard to remember to count our blessings. Thanksgiving is an opportunity to gather with our family and friends and express our than... More
  • Veterans Day is About Honoring Sacrifice and Commitment
    Nov 9, 2012  - On the eleventh hour, of the eleventh day of the eleventh month in 1918, World War I drew to a close when the armistice agreement was signed. One year later, President Woodrow Wilson declared November 11th as a day that, “…will be filled with solemn pride in the heroism of those who died in the coun... More
  • Active Forest Management Needed to Prevent Catastrophic Wildfires, Protect Central Washington Communities
    Nov 2, 2012  - Each year, wildfires in our nation’s federal forests damage or destroy an average of 3.7 million acres across the United States. Right here in Central Washington, more than a dozen fires over the past three months have ravaged over 120,000 acres. The Table Mountain Fire and the Wenatchee Complex Fir... More
  • Expanding Washington Trade Opportunities
    Oct 26, 2012  - Millions of Americans across the nation are still looking for work and there is no question that Congress’s focus must remain on job creation. In trade-dependent states like Washington, this in part means preserving access and opening up new overseas markets for our goods and services. A recent repo... More
  • Preserving Sportsmen’s Heritage Through Public Access
    Oct 19, 2012  - Sportsmen around the state woke at the crack of dawn on October 13th to welcome deer hunting season. For many Central Washingtonians, hunting is an annual tradition that brings different generations of families and friends together to fill their freezers and enjoy the outdoors. Many hunters would no... More
  • Making Central Washington Cabin Fees Fair and Affordable
    Oct 12, 2012  - Almost a century ago, the U.S. Forest Service established a program for Americans to build cabins on small lots of forest land. The goal of the program was to encourage public recreation and enhance the stewardship of our National Forests. Many of the cabins are simple, rustic structures hand-built ... More
  • 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