November is Native American Heritage Month! This month, we celebrate the history and culture of Native American communities throughout the country and recognize their immense contributions to our country.

It was an honor to speak at the Association of Medical School Pediatric Department Chairs' “Every Child Matters” meeting to talk about how to improve children’s health and make care more accessible and comprehensive.

I’ll do everything I can to protect access to food for every Washingtonian — now and in the months ahead. If you need help finding local food resources, visit: wa.gov/how-to-guide...

The fight to protect vaccines, fund scientific research, and lower healthcare costs while improving care is far from over. Thank you, @apha.org, for having me at your Rally for the Public’s Health this week.

Here is this week’s Schrier Flyer, with more government shutdown-related information.

Open Enrollment for Washington’s health insurance marketplace is now available for 2026. Check your rates at: www.wahealthplanfinder.org It is clear that the time for Congress to act is now! We must work together to extend vital tax credits that bring down the costs of your health insurance.

Nancy Pelosi is a trailblazer and an incredible mentor who has led with the perfect blend of compassion, morality, and strength.

For over a month, air traffic controllers have been going without paychecks due to the shutdown. And now, Trump's FAA is ordering a reduction in flights coming to and from major airports—including Sea-Tac. komonews.com/news/local/f...

I met with local farmers and producers this week to discuss local agricultural priorities. I look forward to continuing to support farmers in #WA08 and across the country!

I had a great meeting in DC with Blood Cancer United to discuss the importance of advocating for cancer research funding and healthcare access for kids. Thank you for all you do!

President Trump is continuing to play politics with food assistance funding. This is illegal, cruel, and must end immediately.

With open enrollment beginning, folks across #WA08 are getting sticker shock from the high price of their premiums. Katja, a small business owner from Issaquah, reached out to let us know that her family’s healthcare premiums for 2026 will nearly DOUBLE.

I recently met with leaders from Lake Chelan Health to talk about the impact of Medicaid cuts on our communities, and how the expiration of critical ACA tax credits will harm working families here in #WA08.

Pauses to critical food and housing assistance programs, compounded by the Administration's reckless funding cuts, are threatening the livelihoods and well-being of folks across #WA08. lakechelanmirror.com/stories/schr...

I recently met with Snoqualmie Police Chief Horejsi and Captain Moate to discuss public safety in our district. Thank you for keeping our communities safe!

I met with North Bend Mayor Miller and the SnoValley Chamber of Commerce this week to hear more about tourism in the valley and the priorities for small businesses in the area. I look forward to continuing to support local businesses and bolstering the economy in #WA08!

Calling all students: My office is currently accepting applications for our Winter/Spring 2026 internship in my DC and Issaquah offices! The deadline to apply is November 14. Submit your application at the link below! schrier.house.gov/services/int...

This weekend, millions of children, families, seniors, and Veterans started going without food assistance because Donald Trump and Republicans continue to hold SNAP funding hostage—despite having contingency funds ready and available. www.politico.com/news/2025/11...

I had the honor of presenting Ronald Heimark, a Vietnam Veteran from Chelan, with a pin to recognize and thank him for his service. If you or someone you know is a Vietnam Veteran who would like to receive a commemorative pin thanking them for their service, contact my office.

Today marks the start of open enrollment—a time to renew or change your healthcare coverage. At a time when costs are rising, I'll continue to fight for extending tax credits that help Washingtonians afford their healthcare coverage.

Here is this week’s Schrier Flyer, with more government shutdown-related information.

I had a wonderful time stopping by the Snoqualmie Tribe childcare center this week, where I led a story time, toured their harvest kitchen and greenhouse space, and talked with staff about the urgent need to extend SNAP benefits to ensure no child goes hungry.

The Chelan community relies on the Chelan Post Office to receive everything from lifesaving prescription medications to paychecks and Social Security benefits.

Reminder for Eighth District students: If you would like to apply to a service academy, my office is accepting applications for military academy nominations. The deadline to apply is this Friday October 31st. To learn more, please follow the link below! schrier.house.gov/military-aca...

It was great to speak with over 100 constituents last night at my Wenatchee town hall, where I answered questions from our community about the impacts of the government shutdown, the need to extend key tax credits that help lower healthcare costs, and more.

I met with Janet Keller, a fourth-generation dairy farmer in Fall City, yesterday to talk about how to support our agriculture workers at the national level.

Domestic violence impacts millions of Americans each year. It is never too late to ask for help. If you or a loved one is a victim of domestic violence, call the 24-hour National Domestic Violence Hotline at 1-800-799-SAFE.

I met with the Chelan Douglas Community Action Council to hear about their crucial work to support local programs, especially as the shutdown has increased demand for food assistance and other resources.

Jennifer from Carnation called my office to let me know that her premiums will increase next year from $239 to $1,170 a month for the same plan. This is unacceptable and underscores why I am fighting to save vital healthcare tax credits that will lower costs.

Middle and High Schoolers in #WA08: The 2025 Congressional App Challenge application deadline is this Thursday, October 30th. Submit your app design for a chance to have it featured in the Capitol for a year! More here: schrier.house.gov/services/app...

I recently had the opportunity to read to children during a story time and meet with leaders from the Head Start facility at Jenkins Creek Elementary School in Covington. We must protect programs like these that help our kids learn and support families here in #WA08!

The Labor Mountain and Lower Sugarloaf Fires in Central WA are almost fully contained. Firefighters, first responders, and staff teams worked day and night, and slept in tents by firefighting sites, to tackle this fire. Thank you for your work to keep our communities safe and reach containment!

I had a great time volunteering with Mountains to Sound Greenway Trust this week to plant trees along the Issaquah Creek at Lake Sammamish State Park!

This month, we celebrate the history of the LGBTQI+ community in #WA08 and across our country! By breaking barriers, persevering, and inspiring progress, LGBTQI+ Americans have enriched our culture and made our nation better.

Thank you, 97 Rock House, for showing your support of our first responders who worked on the Labor Mountain and Lower Sugarloaf fires. And thank you to our first responders—your bravery and hard work have helped keep #WA08 safe!

President Trump is bailing out Argentina while American farmers are struggling, and families can't afford their healthcare.

🚨WASHINGTON STATE🚨: Healthcare rate notices are out NOW, and I’ve already been hearing from my constituents about how insurance costs will skyrocket for them and their families.

I met with local air traffic controllers who have been working throughout this shutdown to thank them for their continued work to keep #WA08 and our country safe. It is time for Republicans to come to the table to work on a deal to end this shutdown and ensure that they get their paychecks.

On #NationalAppleDay, I had a great tour of the WSU Tree Fruit Research Center’s new lab in Wenatchee, which will fund new plant growth facilities for our farmers. I even got to try a new variety of apple!

I had a great time joining the WA Trucking Associations for a tour of Columbia Distribution where I learned more about their work to transport #WA08 products throughout our state and the impacts that tariffs have had on local industries.

🚨ATTN #WA08: The window-shopping period for purchasing health insurance on Washington Healthplanfinder starts today! If you see that your health insurance costs double or even triple, I want to hear how these increases will impact you.

I recently met with the WIC leaders for Ellensburg and Cle Elum to learn about their work in Kittitas County, and discuss how to support their services for mothers and young children throughout the shutdown. Thank you for having me!

I had the opportunity to visit Evergreen Health’s Primary Care Clinic in Sultan to hear about the essential services they provide and how cuts to Medicaid will harm patients. It is essential that we protect healthcare and the programs that many in #WA08 rely on.

I recently stopped by the Issaquah Sammamish Food Project to help out during their food collection day and thank them for all their hard work. This program has been a crucial resource for our community and has been especially important for families struggling during this shutdown.

I had the chance to meet with @pullman.wsu.edu and Washington State Potato, Tree Fruit, and Grain Commission representatives to focus on food security and safety, workforce development needs, and environmental impacts in the agricultural space.

Last month, I pressed Department of Energy officials to reaffirm their commitment to cleaning up waste at the Hanford nuclear site - a project that has taken decades of investment and hard work. washingtonstatestandard.com/2025/10/15/c...

Here is this week’s Schrier Flyer with more government shutdown-related information.

Have you gotten your flu and COVID shots yet? I just got mine! It’s safe, quick, and easy – don’t forget to get vaccinated to keep you and your loved ones healthy this winter.

I am thrilled to hear that the White River Bridge between Buckley and Enumclaw is reopening tomorrow, weeks ahead of schedule! seattletimes.com/seattle-news...

I am getting ready to participate in the Great ShakeOut Day at 10:16 AM PST to practice alongside millions across WA state and our country the lifesaving “Drop, Cover, and Hold On” earthquake safety drill!