Rep. Kim Schrier, M.D.
@repkimschrier.bsky.social
Proudly representing the people of Washington State’s 8th District. Pediatrician. Mom.
I stopped by the Northwest Railway Museum recently to learn about how flood damages have impacted the museum and the surrounding community. Thank you Mayor Mayhew and Miller for meeting with us to discuss recovery efforts, and special thank you to Richard for the tour.
January 26, 2026 at 11:25 PM
I stopped by the Northwest Railway Museum recently to learn about how flood damages have impacted the museum and the surrounding community. Thank you Mayor Mayhew and Miller for meeting with us to discuss recovery efforts, and special thank you to Richard for the tour.
I continue to hear stories from constituents with Medicare Advantage plans about how insurance companies continue to override the decisions of their doctors and deny them care.
This is flat-out unacceptable—doctors should be making your medical decisions, not multi-billion dollar corporations.
This is flat-out unacceptable—doctors should be making your medical decisions, not multi-billion dollar corporations.
January 26, 2026 at 11:02 PM
I continue to hear stories from constituents with Medicare Advantage plans about how insurance companies continue to override the decisions of their doctors and deny them care.
This is flat-out unacceptable—doctors should be making your medical decisions, not multi-billion dollar corporations.
This is flat-out unacceptable—doctors should be making your medical decisions, not multi-billion dollar corporations.
Americans—regardless of their political party—have seen videos of yesterday’s horrifying incident in Minnesota. It is a pattern we have seen with our own eyes.
January 25, 2026 at 5:54 PM
Americans—regardless of their political party—have seen videos of yesterday’s horrifying incident in Minnesota. It is a pattern we have seen with our own eyes.
This is outrageous. ICE is out of control—acting with reckless violence and impunity that has caused the death of another US citizen. ICE has lost all credibility. Their actions are making us less safe and undermining the important role of local law enforcement in fighting crime.
Man shot dead by federal immigration officers in Minneapolis
The incident, which was caught on video, marks the second deadly shooting by federal officers in Minneapolis in less than a month.
www.npr.org
January 24, 2026 at 8:40 PM
This is outrageous. ICE is out of control—acting with reckless violence and impunity that has caused the death of another US citizen. ICE has lost all credibility. Their actions are making us less safe and undermining the important role of local law enforcement in fighting crime.
Here is this week’s Schrier Flyer!
January 24, 2026 at 1:10 AM
Here is this week’s Schrier Flyer!
Health insurance companies like UnitedHealth are skyrocketing costs, delaying critical services, and harming patients through their abuse of the prior authorization process.
January 23, 2026 at 5:12 PM
Health insurance companies like UnitedHealth are skyrocketing costs, delaying critical services, and harming patients through their abuse of the prior authorization process.
My statement on voting against today's Department of Homeland Security (DHS) appropriations package:
January 22, 2026 at 10:18 PM
My statement on voting against today's Department of Homeland Security (DHS) appropriations package:
At a time when Americans are struggling to afford skyrocketing healthcare costs, it’s vital that we do all we can to make care more affordable.
That’s why I introduced a bill with @budzinski.house.gov to lower co-pays and deductibles for millions of Americans.
That’s why I introduced a bill with @budzinski.house.gov to lower co-pays and deductibles for millions of Americans.
Representatives Schrier and Budzinski Introduce Legislation to Lower Co-Pays and Deductibles
WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Representatives Kim Schrier, M.D. (WA-08), and Nikki Budzinski (IL-13) introduced the Capping Costs for Consumers Act, legislation aimed at lowering out-of-pocket costs amid co...
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January 21, 2026 at 11:31 PM
At a time when Americans are struggling to afford skyrocketing healthcare costs, it’s vital that we do all we can to make care more affordable.
That’s why I introduced a bill with @budzinski.house.gov to lower co-pays and deductibles for millions of Americans.
That’s why I introduced a bill with @budzinski.house.gov to lower co-pays and deductibles for millions of Americans.
Trump’s attempt to take over Greenland is reckless and extremely damaging to our national security and our standing in the world.
He is alienating our closest allies, making our country less safe, and escalating trade wars that will only make life more expensive for all of us.
We deserve better.
He is alienating our closest allies, making our country less safe, and escalating trade wars that will only make life more expensive for all of us.
We deserve better.
Trump's Greenland threats spark outrage from EU and test longtime NATO alliance
President Donald Trump's push to control Greenland has sparked major tensions with Europe. Leaders there are warning Trump's threat of tariffs over Greenland policy could damage the NATO alliance.
apnews.com
January 21, 2026 at 2:44 PM
Trump’s attempt to take over Greenland is reckless and extremely damaging to our national security and our standing in the world.
He is alienating our closest allies, making our country less safe, and escalating trade wars that will only make life more expensive for all of us.
We deserve better.
He is alienating our closest allies, making our country less safe, and escalating trade wars that will only make life more expensive for all of us.
We deserve better.
For this latest round of Hire Dr. Schrier, I joined the team at JoJo’s Coffee in Issaquah! It was great to serve constituents coffee, and chat with owners JoJo and Elena about their shop.
January 20, 2026 at 11:18 PM
For this latest round of Hire Dr. Schrier, I joined the team at JoJo’s Coffee in Issaquah! It was great to serve constituents coffee, and chat with owners JoJo and Elena about their shop.
I recently had the opportunity to hear from Leavenworth Chamber of Commerce Executive Director Troy Campbell about how last month's flooding has impacted local businesses and discuss how to support them going forward.
January 20, 2026 at 6:39 PM
I recently had the opportunity to hear from Leavenworth Chamber of Commerce Executive Director Troy Campbell about how last month's flooding has impacted local businesses and discuss how to support them going forward.
Today we honor the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. His fight for civil rights and equality continues to inspire us in our work for a more free and just country.
January 19, 2026 at 4:52 PM
Today we honor the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. His fight for civil rights and equality continues to inspire us in our work for a more free and just country.
The Trump Administration has blocked the closure of the Centralia coal-fired power plant, despite agreements from the plant’s owners and Washington state over a decade ago to convert the facility from coal to natural gas.
January 18, 2026 at 9:54 PM
The Trump Administration has blocked the closure of the Centralia coal-fired power plant, despite agreements from the plant’s owners and Washington state over a decade ago to convert the facility from coal to natural gas.
I recently visited the Snoqualmie Valley Healing Center, where I learned more about the vital services the center offers local patients. A special thank you to Pastor Patti for her work taking care of the community during last month’s flooding.
January 18, 2026 at 7:43 PM
I recently visited the Snoqualmie Valley Healing Center, where I learned more about the vital services the center offers local patients. A special thank you to Pastor Patti for her work taking care of the community during last month’s flooding.
I had a great meeting with the National Utility Contractors Association to focus on ways we can work together to support drinking water infrastructure and other projects in the Eighth District.
January 18, 2026 at 12:46 AM
I had a great meeting with the National Utility Contractors Association to focus on ways we can work together to support drinking water infrastructure and other projects in the Eighth District.
My office is continuing to monitor the Measles outbreak in Snohomish County. Please know that the measles vaccine is safe and highly effective and that getting vaccinated helps keep you and your loved ones healthy.
January 17, 2026 at 7:39 PM
My office is continuing to monitor the Measles outbreak in Snohomish County. Please know that the measles vaccine is safe and highly effective and that getting vaccinated helps keep you and your loved ones healthy.
Here is this week’s Schrier Flyer!
January 17, 2026 at 12:11 AM
Here is this week’s Schrier Flyer!
ICYMI: Big win for #WA08! The House recently passed a bill that includes over $4 million I secured for local projects that will improve our communities and the critical services we depend on.
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January 15, 2026 at 11:00 PM
ICYMI: Big win for #WA08! The House recently passed a bill that includes over $4 million I secured for local projects that will improve our communities and the critical services we depend on.
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It was great to meet with United Way of King County this week to discuss the importance of increasing access to food assistance and nutrition programs for our kids. Thank you for all of your work!
January 15, 2026 at 5:04 PM
It was great to meet with United Way of King County this week to discuss the importance of increasing access to food assistance and nutrition programs for our kids. Thank you for all of your work!
BIG NEWS: My bipartisan legislation to improve children's nutrition - the Whole Milk for Healthy Kids Act - was signed into law today!
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Trump Signs Bill Allowing Schools to Serve Whole Milk Again
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January 14, 2026 at 11:05 PM
BIG NEWS: My bipartisan legislation to improve children's nutrition - the Whole Milk for Healthy Kids Act - was signed into law today!
www.nytimes.com/2026/01/14/u...
www.nytimes.com/2026/01/14/u...
Thank you, @zerlinamornings.bsky.social, for having me on to talk about public health, the dangers of vaccine misinformation that is being spread by RFK Jr., and my work on the Democratic Doctors Caucus! Listen to more here:
January 14, 2026 at 9:09 PM
Thank you, @zerlinamornings.bsky.social, for having me on to talk about public health, the dangers of vaccine misinformation that is being spread by RFK Jr., and my work on the Democratic Doctors Caucus! Listen to more here:
Tonight, I was joined by @emd.wa.gov and @oicwa.bsky.social for a telephone town hall to discuss flood assistance and recovery resources available for Washingtonians impacted by last month’s storms. I also had the chance to answer questions about other pressing issues facing our communities.
January 14, 2026 at 2:58 AM
Tonight, I was joined by @emd.wa.gov and @oicwa.bsky.social for a telephone town hall to discuss flood assistance and recovery resources available for Washingtonians impacted by last month’s storms. I also had the chance to answer questions about other pressing issues facing our communities.
Not a single employee has been hired since the Trump Administration lifted their hiring freeze at the Bonneville Power Administration.
The Trump Administration must fix their DOGE firing mistakes and hire up NOW to keep up with the demands of our grid and keep the lights on in the northwest.
The Trump Administration must fix their DOGE firing mistakes and hire up NOW to keep up with the demands of our grid and keep the lights on in the northwest.
January 13, 2026 at 9:27 PM
Not a single employee has been hired since the Trump Administration lifted their hiring freeze at the Bonneville Power Administration.
The Trump Administration must fix their DOGE firing mistakes and hire up NOW to keep up with the demands of our grid and keep the lights on in the northwest.
The Trump Administration must fix their DOGE firing mistakes and hire up NOW to keep up with the demands of our grid and keep the lights on in the northwest.
WA-08: Don't forget to get vaccinated to keep you and your loved ones healthy this winter!
For information on how to access flu and COVID shots, visit: doh.wa.gov
www.seattletimes.com/seattle-news...
For information on how to access flu and COVID shots, visit: doh.wa.gov
www.seattletimes.com/seattle-news...
Flu season snowballs in WA
Flu activity is high, and proving particularly severe for older adults and children. Meanwhile, the federal government is dropping some vaccine recommendations.
www.seattletimes.com
January 12, 2026 at 10:39 PM
WA-08: Don't forget to get vaccinated to keep you and your loved ones healthy this winter!
For information on how to access flu and COVID shots, visit: doh.wa.gov
www.seattletimes.com/seattle-news...
For information on how to access flu and COVID shots, visit: doh.wa.gov
www.seattletimes.com/seattle-news...