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Congressman Michael Baumgartner
January 23, 2025

WASHINGTON – Congressman Michael Baumgartner (WA-5) released the following statement on the passage of H.R. 471, the Fix Our Forests Act.

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Capitol Stairs,
January 15, 2025

WASHINGTON– Rep. Michael Baumgartner (WA-05) announces his appointment to the House Committee on Education and Workforce, the House Judiciary Committee, and the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.

“These critical positions will allow me to have a hand in shaping U.S. domestic and foreign policy and will enable me to effectively address the needs of our community and secure a brighter future for Eastern Washington and the nation,” said Rep. Baumgartner.

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Capitol Stairs,
January 9, 2025

WASHINGTON– The County of Walla Walla has been awarded a significant $108,547,980 grant from the U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) to complete the final section of the US 12 four-lane highway from Wallula to Nine Mile Hill. This funding is part of the FY25-26 Rural Multi-Phase Development Grant (MPDG) program, aimed at improving critical transportation infrastructure in rural communities.

 


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House Chambers
January 7, 2025
WASHINGTON– Congressman Michael Baumgartner (WA-5) released the following statement on the passage of the Laken Riley Act.
 
Securing our border is one of the most pressing issues facing our nation today. I campaigned on the need for immigration reform, and I’m pleased that one of my first votes is on something as crucial as the Laken Riley Act. This bill represents a critical step forward in strengthening our national security.”
 
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press release congress convenes
January 3, 2025
The First Session of the 119th U.S. Congress convenes in January of 2025 in Washington, DC.
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House Chambers
January 3, 2025

The newest Members of Congress to be sworn in after the first session of the 119th United States Congress convenes.


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Capitol Stairs,
January 3, 2025
U.S. Representative Michael Baumgartner to be sworn in as a Member of the United States House of Representatives by the Speaker of the House.
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January 3, 2025
Article about the 119th United States Congress
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House Chambers
January 3, 2025

WASHINGTON – Congressman Michael Baumgartner (R-WA) released the following statement after he was sworn in to serve his first term representing the 5th District of Washington State in the United States House of Representatives.

 

“I’m excited to get to work securing our border, reducing inflation, and fighting everyday for the people of Eastern Washington.”

 

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