Political Quotes

Kim Schrier

The Public Record

Kim Merle Schrier is an American physician and politician currently serving as the U.S. Representative for Washington's 8th congressional district, a position she has held since January 3, 2019. A member of the Democratic Party, Schrier is known for her advocacy on healthcare issues, particularly those affecting children and families. She has a background in medicine, which informs her legislative priorities and public statements. Schrier has been vocal on various issues, including vaccine policy and public health.

Quotes by year · 20192026498 total · peak 2021 (166)
2019: 112 quotes2020: 46 quotes2021: 166 quotes2022: 77 quotes2023: 66 quotes2024: 17 quotes2025: 11 quotes2026: 3 quotes
Mar 10, 2021

The food banks called it a lifeline, and the farmers, as they experienced full scale market failures because of school and restaurant closures, were really saved by this program.

congress.gov
Mar 10, 2021

I cannot overstate how important it is to ensure our children not only have access to food, which is clearly the first priority, but also that the foods are healthy and nutritious and varied, and ideally, local.

congress.gov
Mar 10, 2021

I led a bipartisan letter with the Washington State delegation outlining some of the changes needed...

congress.gov
Mar 9, 2021

I am grateful that President Biden recognizes the importance of MATS, and his Executive order from earlier this year will lead to an immediate review of the prior administration's actions regarding MATS.

congress.gov
Mar 9, 2021

I am so proud of the wins in the American Rescue Plan, and in particular with what this means for America's children. As a pediatrician, my life's work has been the health and the wellbeing of children. This pandemic has been particularly…

govinfo.gov
Mar 1, 2021

When Microsoft patients had to pay a copay to come see the doctor, they stopped coming in the first time their child sneezed.

congress.gov
Mar 1, 2021

We support this swift action, which is being led by Commissioner Rebecca F. Dye.

congress.gov
Feb 26, 2021

Speaker, I rise today in support of Section 1001 of the American Recovery Plan Act of 2021. This section provides necessary resources to strengthen food and agriculture supply chains that have been ravaged by COVID-19 and provides $300…

govinfo.gov
Feb 24, 2021

I urge you to join me in the effort to reposition the U.S. for success and competitiveness worldwide.

congress.gov
Feb 17, 2021

Now, in parts of my district I can't drive 2 minutes without seeing a Tesla, but I have yet to see a hydrogen-cell-powered vehicle.

congress.gov
Feb 17, 2021

Washington State's energy portfolio is 80 percent clean, mostly because of two-thirds of our energy, our electricity, comes from hydropower.

congress.gov
Feb 17, 2021

Yes, I really appreciate that, because, first, it gives me a perspective on time.

congress.gov

Politicians like Kim Schrier