Congresswoman Kim Schrier represents Washington’s 8th Congressional District, which includes much of King, Pierce, Kittitas, and Chelan Counties, and portions of Douglas County.
Prior to being elected to Congress on November 6, 2018, Kim spent her career as a pediatrician in Issaquah, working with children across the Puget Sound region and helping families navigate the health care system. In Congress, Kim uses this expertise to inform her work on issues that improve the lives, health, and wellbeing of children.
Washington State is home to over 500,000 veterans, with roughly 50,000 in the 8th District. I believe that it is essential to honor the service and sacrifice of those who put their lives on the line to protect and serve the United States, and I consider this a vital part of my duties as a Member of Congress. If you dedicated your life to protecting our country, it’s our responsibility to make sure you receive the best service and care possible. I am proud to have supported a significant increase in funding to address many of the problems facing the Veterans Administration (VA) and investments to support mental health and suicide prevention programs, opioid treatment, housing, rural health care and caregiver support. Additionally, I am honored to be a Commemorative Partner for the United States of America Vietnam War Commemoration to recognize and thank Vietnam Veterans and their families.