119th Congress
WASHINGTON- Congressman Michael Baumgartner (WA-05) is excited to announce the launch of the State of the Union Ticket Contest, titled “Classroom to the Capitol,” to recognize outstanding teachers in Washington State’s 5th Congressional District. This contest provides an opportunity for one exceptional teacher to attend the 2025 State of the Union address as Congressman Baumgartner’s guest and be honored for their dedication to shaping the future of students.
WASHINGTON– Rep. Michael Baumgartner (WA-5) released the following statement on the Laken Riley Act being signed into law.
“Today, President Trump signed the Laken Riley Act into law, a significant step toward commonsense immigration reform and securing our borders,” said Rep. Baumgarter. “I've always been an advocate for such reforms, and I'm proud to have supported this legislation. This law will help protect all Americans and prevent future tragedies like Laken Riley’s.”
Town Hall focused on agricultural issues at Harvest Moon Restaurant
Town hall event at Hot Mama's Espresso
WASHINGTON- Rep. Baumgartner is returning to Eastern Washington for a week packed with town hall meetings, visits to key government facilities, and discussions with community leaders from across the region.
WASHINGTON – Congressman Michael Baumgartner (WA-5) released the following statement on the passage of H.R. 471, the Fix Our Forests Act.
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.
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.
Congressman Michael Baumgartner invites members of the public to join him for his first town hall meeting as Washington’s 5th Congressional District Representative. Rep. Baumgartner is looking forward to this opportunity to listen to constituents’ concerns and discuss the upcoming work of the 119th Congress.
