Press Releases
Kilmer, Moore, Lankford Reintroduce the Bipartisan Retain Skilled Veterans Act to Permanently Repeal the “180-Day Rule”
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, U.S. Representatives Derek Kilmer (WA-06) and Blake Moore (UT-01) and U.S. Senator James Lankford (OK) announced the reintroduction of the bipartisan Retain Skilled Veterans Act, legislation to permanently remove the existing requirement for retired military members to submit a waiver to work as a civilian employee at the Department of Defense within 180 days of their retirement or separation for positions at the GS-13 level or below. “If you serve … Continue Reading
February 10, 2023
Kilmer, Cantwell, Murray, Strickland Introduce Legislation to Help Puyallup Tribe Place Over 17 Acres in Trust, Spur Economic Development
WASHINGTON, D.C. – This week, U.S. Representative Derek Kilmer (WA-06), U.S. Senator Maria Cantwell (WA), U.S. Senator Patty Murray (WA), and U.S. Representative Marilyn Strickland (WA-10) introduced the Puyallup Tribe of Indians Land Into Trust Act of 2023. Land is taken into trust when land is transferred to the Bureau of Indian Affairs (BIA) to be held in trust for the benefit of the Tribe. The legislation would take over 17 acres of land currently owned by the Puyallup Tribe into … Continue Reading
February 09, 2023
Kilmer Invites Vietnam War Period Veterans and Community Members to Ceremonies in Belfair, Gig Harbor
MASON AND PIERCE COUNTIES, WA – Today, U.S. Representative Derek Kilmer (WA-06) invited veterans who served on active duty in the U.S. Armed Forces at any time during the period of November 1, 1955, to May 15, 1975, regardless of location to receive a Vietnam veteran lapel pin at ceremonies in Belfair and Shelton. At each veterans pinning ceremony, Rep. Kilmer will present veterans with Vietnam veteran lapel pins, provided by the United States of America Vietnam War Commemoration, as a … Continue Reading
February 08, 2023
Kilmer to Hold Town Hall Meetings in Shelton, Tacoma
TACOMA, WA – To hear from constituents about the issues that matter to them, U.S. Representative Derek Kilmer (WA-06) will hold public town hall meetings in Shelton and Tacoma later this month. “I work for the people I represent, and it’s important that I get opportunities to hear directly from you,” said Rep. Kilmer. “I hope folks will be able to join one of my upcoming town halls to share their ideas and concerns.” Tuesday, February 21, … Continue Reading
February 07, 2023
Kilmer Reacts to President Biden’s State of the Union Address
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, U.S. Representative Derek Kilmer (WA-06) reacted to President Biden’s State of the Union address: “Tonight, President Biden outlined how to continue growing our economy, creating more jobs in our communities, and strengthening America’s middle class,” said Rep. Kilmer. “We’ve made real progress in the past couple of years with the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law to fix our infrastructure, the CHIPS and Science Act to boost … Continue Reading
February 03, 2023
Kilmer to Continue Work to “Fix Congress” Through Appointment to New Modernization Subcommittee
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, U.S. Representative Derek Kilmer (WA-06) announced that he was appointed to the Committee on House Administration by Ranking Member Joe Morelle (NY-25) to serve as the senior Democrat on the new Subcommittee on Modernization during the 118th Congress. The Subcommittee is expected to focus broadly on House modernization efforts and oversee the ongoing implementation of bipartisan recommendations made by the Select Committee on the Modernization of Congress (SCMC) … Continue Reading
February 03, 2023
Kilmer, Higgins, Kelly, Fitzpatrick to Co-Chair Bipartisan House Cancer Caucus
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, U.S. Representatives and Co-Chairs of the House Cancer Caucus Derek Kilmer (WA-06), Brian Higgins (NY-26), Mike Kelly (PA-16), and Brian Fitzpatrick (PA-01) announced the relaunch of the House Cancer Caucus in the 118th Congress. In Congress, the Caucus helps to advance cancer research and funding, increase access to screenings and life-saving treatments, and improve the lives of people with cancer and cancer survivors. “Every American has been touched in … Continue Reading
February 02, 2023
Kilmer Appointed to Regional Leadership Council by House Democratic Leader Jeffries
WASHINGTON, D.C. - On Monday, January 30, U.S. Representative Derek Kilmer was appointed to Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries's newly created Regional Leadership Council. The Council - which consists of members from each of the twelve regions of the Democratic Caucus - will be led by former Democratic Leader Steny Hoyer, the former Majority Leader of the House of Representatives. “I’m honored to represent folks from across our region on the Regional Leadership Council,” said Rep. Kilmer. … Continue Reading
February 01, 2023
Kilmer Applauds Decision to Approve Permanent Clean Water Act Protections for Bristol Bay, Blocking Proposed Mine
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, U.S. Representative Derek Kilmer (WA-06) applauded the Environmental Protection Agency’s (EPA) final determination to approve permanent Clean Water Act protections for Bristol Bay, blocking the proposed Pebble Mine. “I applaud the Environmental Protection Agency for taking the necessary steps to ensure Bristol Bay is permanently protected,” said Rep. Kilmer. “The Pebble Mine would threaten our fisheries, impacting not only the … Continue Reading
January 31, 2023
Kilmer, Reschenthaler Co-Chair Bipartisan House Military Mental Health Task Force
WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Representatives Derek Kilmer (WA-06) and Guy Reschenthaler (PA-14) announced they will co-chair a bipartisan Military Mental Health Task Force in the 118th Congress. This House task force addresses issues pertaining to military mental health and suicide prevention. “In one of my meetings with a military leader, I asked him what kept him up at night,” said Rep. Kilmer. “He didn’t say ‘budget cuts,’ or ‘terrorists.’ … Continue Reading
January 30, 2023
Kilmer Announces New Federal Funding for Jefferson County Public Utility District No. 1
PORT TOWNSEND, WA – Today, U.S. Representative Derek Kilmer (WA-06) announced that Jefferson County Public Utility District (PUD) No. 1 received more than $5.4 million in new federal dollars through the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) Electric Infrastructure Loan and Loan Guarantee Program. This new federal funding will help Jefferson County PUD No. 1 invest in smart grid technologies on the Olympic Peninsula, improving energy availability, efficiency, and reliability for … Continue Reading
January 25, 2023
ICYMI: Representatives Kilmer and Strickland Celebrate new Puget Sound Recovery Law in Tacoma
WASHINGTON, D.C. – On Monday, January 23, U.S. Representatives Derek Kilmer (WA-06) and Marilyn Strickland (WA-10), Co-Chairs of the Puget Sound Recovery Caucus, celebrated their new law, the PUGET SOS Act, which passed the House and Senate as part of the National Defense Authorization Act for 2023. The new law, signed by President Biden on December 23, aims to enhance the federal government’s role and investment in Puget Sound, the nation’s largest estuary by volume … Continue Reading
January 09, 2023
Biden Signs Kilmer-Led Legislation to Plan for Washington’s Aging Veteran Population
“If you served our country, the federal government should have your back. That’s why I’m working to ensure that our brave veterans have the long-term care that they need to live with dignity,” said Rep. Kilmer. “Now that it’s law, the Planning for Aging Veterans Act will help make the VA step up to ensure all veterans in our region, and in every corner of our country, have the support and care that they have earned and deserve.” To support Washington’s aging veteran population, the Planning … Continue Reading
December 23, 2022
Kilmer Secures $5.2 Million in New Federal Funding for Community Projects in Mason County
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, U.S. Representative Derek Kilmer (WA-06) voted to pass the Consolidated Appropriations Act, government funding legislation that includes new federal funding for local priorities in Mason County. Specifically, the government funding package includes: $3 million to PUD 3 for the Belfair Electrical Capacity Infrastructure Project $2.2 million to the Skokomish Tribe for the T3ba'das Infrastructure Project The PUD investment will support … Continue Reading
December 23, 2022
Kilmer Secures More Than $5.6 Million in New Federal Funding for Community Projects in Pierce County
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, U.S. Representative Derek Kilmer (WA-06) voted to pass the Consolidated Appropriations Act, government funding legislation that includes new federal funding for local priorities in Pierce County. Specifically, the government funding package includes: $1.5 million for the Asia Pacific Cultural Center Building Project $4 million for the Tacoma Rescue Mission Men's Shelter Expansion $151,000 for the YWCA Pierce County for behavioral health and … Continue Reading
December 23, 2022
Kilmer Secures More Than $9.7 Million in New Federal Funding for Community Projects in Clallam County
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, U.S. Representative Derek Kilmer (WA-06) voted to pass the Consolidated Appropriations Act, government funding legislation that includes new federal funding for local priorities in Clallam County. Specifically, the government funding package includes: $1,911,875 for the Lower Elwha Tribal Community for facilities and equipment $4.853 million for the Makah Indian Tribe for facilities and equipment $2,965,800 for the Clallam County and City of Port … Continue Reading
December 23, 2022
Kilmer Secures $5.5 Million in New Federal Funding for Community Projects in Jefferson County
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, U.S. Representative Derek Kilmer (WA-06) voted to pass the Consolidated Appropriations Act, government funding legislation that includes new federal funding for local priorities in Jefferson County. Specifically, the government funding package includes: $2.5 million for the City of Port Townsend for its Sewer Pump Station Project $3 million for Jefferson County for its Port Hadlock Sewer Project The funds for the City of Port Townsend will … Continue Reading
December 23, 2022
Kilmer Secures New Federal Funding for Community Projects in Grays Harbor County
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, U.S. Representative Derek Kilmer (WA-06) voted to pass the Consolidated Appropriations Act, government funding legislation that includes new federal funding for local priorities in Grays Harbor County. Specifically, the government funding package includes: $4.943 million for the Aberdeen-Hoquiam Flood Protection Project $1,080,764 for the Early Childhood and Family Support in Grays Harbor County Project $750,000 for the Westport Marina Modernization … Continue Reading
December 23, 2022
Kilmer Secures More Than $2.6 Million in New Federal Funding for Community Projects in Kitsap County
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, U.S. Representative Derek Kilmer (WA-06) voted to pass the Consolidated Appropriations Act, government funding legislation that includes new federal funding for local priorities in Kitsap County. Specifically, the government funding package includes: $1,619,500 for the Suquamish Shores Enetai Project $1 million for the State Route 166/Bay Street Reconstruction in Port Orchard The funding for the Suquamish Tribe will help create new … Continue Reading
December 23, 2022
Kilmer Votes to Fund Local Priorities, Lower Costs for Working Washingtonians, and Create Jobs
WASHINGTON, D.C. - Today, U.S. Representative Derek Kilmer (WA-06) voted to pass the Consolidated Appropriations Act, government funding legislation consisting of all 12 appropriations bills for fiscal year 2023. The government funding package includes funding for local priorities, aims to lower costs for working Washingtonians, create better-paying jobs, and keep our nation and communities safe. "Today, I voted to fund critical priorities for our region that will create jobs, invest in … Continue Reading