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Dave Reichert

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Dave Reichert is a former Republican member of the United States House of Representatives, representing Washington's 8th congressional district from 2005 to 2019. Before his political career, he served as the Sheriff of King County, where he gained national attention for his role in the investigation of the Green River Killer. During his time in Congress, Reichert focused on issues such as law enforcement, public safety, and veterans' affairs. He was known for his bipartisan approach and worked on various initiatives to support law enforcement and improve community safety.

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Apr 26, 2016

The Promotion and Expansion of Private Employee Ownership Act... has been introduced in the next three Congresses.

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Apr 26, 2016

the Promotion and Expansion of Private Employee Ownership Act.

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Apr 13, 2016

American families are really the ones who ultimately pay the price as a result of these tariffs.

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Apr 12, 2016

To me, tax reform is really about--it is a pro-growth effort that creates an environment where businesses can grow and, obviously, create jobs.

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Mar 23, 2016

Due to an illness I was unable to vote on the following: Rollcall No. 130. Rollcall No. 131. Rollcall No. 132. Rollcall No. 133. Rollcall No. 134. Rollcall No. 135. Rollcall No. 137. Rollcall No. 138. Had I been present, I would have voted…

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Feb 29, 2016

I thank the gentleman for yielding and thank him for his hard work on this legislation, along with Mr. Keating. After listening to both of you speak on this legislation, I am really happy that you get it, that you understand it. This is a…

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Feb 29, 2016

People are the asset. And if you don't, you know--I think Florida said it. It's not about taxes anymore, it's about whether or not you can find the work for it, where you're going to move your company, where you're going to expand your…

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Feb 10, 2016

Tax reform should stimulate growth and efficiency by reforming America's current complicated and burdensome system into a simpler, fairer, Tax Code, flatter Tax Code.

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Feb 10, 2016

I don't understand how you can raise taxes and create a growing economy and create jobs.

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Feb 10, 2016

As a result of the President's budget, the top rate for small businesses will be 43.4 percent.

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Feb 9, 2016

It has been years, and the $755 million we are asking for, the President asked for, at least some consideration for the help of these people suffering from this disease should be considered.

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Feb 1, 2016

We have to take the bull by the horns here and start solving these problems for the sake of this country.

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Feb 1, 2016

If we don't stop the loss of major U.S.-headquartered companies--I mean, we are hemorrhaging this.

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Feb 1, 2016

We have to change it. That means understanding what is going on with trade and leading.

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Feb 1, 2016

I very much support the goal of increasing U.S. growth and creating jobs through increasing exports.

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Jan 8, 2016

Tomorrow is National Law Enforcement Appreciation Day. I would like to take this time to thank all of the men and women who put their lives on the line each and every day to keep our communities safe. As a former cop of 33 years, I know…

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Dec 17, 2015

I thank the chairman for yielding and for his hard work on this bill. We are here in Washington, D.C., talking about tax reform, and we are throwing around tax terms like built-in gains, bonus depreciation, research and development, R&D…

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Dec 11, 2015

I thank the chairman for yielding. I thank him for his hard work, and Mr. Boustany, Mr. Tiberi, and other members of the committee, who have worked hard on this legislation, and, also, Members across the aisle who have come together to…

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Dec 10, 2015

You may know, and others may know, and may have heard about the wildfires that swept through central Washington this past summer, destroying many homes, lives, wildstock, and livestock across Washington State. Tragically, they also took…

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Nov 4, 2015

Just as a matter of clarification, this legislation addresses both the Pacific Maritime Association and union issues. How can you be against something that would be an investigation that would clearly reveal what the problems are on both…

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Nov 4, 2015

Today I rise to offer an amendment that will allow us to collect the facts and evaluate the impact of the 2014- 2015 West Coast ports slowdown and dispute. The efficient movement of goods is critical to the economic success of this…

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Nov 4, 2015

I have an amendment at the desk. The Acting CHAIR. The Clerk will designate the amendment. The text of the amendment is as follows: Page 580, in the matter following line 20, add to the analysis for chapter 702 of title 49, United States…

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Nov 4, 2015

I demand a recorded vote. The Acting CHAIR. Pursuant to clause 6 of rule XVIII, further proceedings on the amendment offered by the gentleman from Washington will be postponed. Amendment No. 27 Offered by Mr. Newhouse The Acting CHAIR. It…

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Oct 27, 2015

One of America's greatest promises is the promise that, if you work hard and play fair, your opportunities are endless. Thousands of business owners throughout this country have lived by this mantra and sought new opportunities abroad…

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Jul 15, 2015

I thank the chairman for yielding. Mr. Speaker, I rise in support of today's legislation that will ensure that our country's infrastructure needs are met. The bottom line is we are all here. We have agreement on a lot of the discussion we…

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