I can't wait to get these tests into every home in the country and open up our economy and get our kids back to school safely.
Kim Schrier
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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.
Kittitas County is successful because Dr. Larson, their public health official, designed a nimble distribution system from the ground up, keeping specific community needs in mind.
I am hopeful that the Biden administration's national COVID-19 strategy and the steps it's already taken will get this country back on course.
the more self-sufficient we get as a country, the more we start to make our own stuff so we don't have to rely on other supply chains, the better off we'll be throughout not only this pandemic but I believe in the future.
The people in my district continue to struggle with the economic effects of COVID-19. My constituents and small business owners will be so relieved to know that help that they need is one step closer to being here, including more…
How are you doing with testing, and people converting to coronavirus positive? How are you handling the pandemic?
I had a high-risk pregnancy, complicated by both advanced maternal age and 24 years of type 1 diabetes. I worked until 2 days before my C-section, and I am so grateful that my employer allowed for minor accommodations which allowed me to…
The bipartisan Pregnant Workers Fairness Act simply ensures that reasonable accommodations are made to help pregnant women work safely, and, in turn, the economy is stronger, family outcomes are better, and children can start life strong…
Researchers across the globe are working on vaccines to protect us from COVID-19, and once rigorous studies are complete, we will be able to roll this out to the public and provide protection from this dreadful disease. But we need to be…
I am delighted that this amendment addressing antibiotic resistance has been included in this package. While today we are laser focused on COVID-19, our next pandemic could be a ``super bug.'' The antibiotics we have relied on for years…
Parents can't go back to earning until their children can go back to learning. The topic of reopening schools has been top of mind in recent weeks. We also need safe care for our young ones though, because their parents need to work, too…





