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  • National Education Association Endorses Reichert, Tanner Teacher Tax Relief Act
    Nov 16, 2009  - Congressman Dave Reichert (WA-08) and Congressman John Tanner (TN-08) today announced that the National Education Association (NEA) endorsed the Teacher Tax Relief Act (H.R. 3758), a proposal that would both increase and make permanent the maximum tax deduction available for educators purchasing cla... More
  • Reichert, Tanner, Introduce Teacher Tax Relief Act
    Oct 8, 2009  - Congressman Dave Reichert (WA-08) and Congressman John Tanner (TN-08) today introduced H.R. 3758, the Teacher Tax Relief Act, a proposal that would both increase and make permanent the maximum tax deduction available for teachers purchasing classroom supplies – while expanding the deduction to inclu... More
  • Reichert Votes to Protect Students’ Choice
    Sep 17, 2009  - Congressman Dave Reichert (WA-08) today released the following statement as the House of Representatives passed legislation to terminate the Federal Family Education Loan (FFEL) and replace it with a government-run and taxpayer financed system under the Direct Loan program:   “I have long-fought f... More
  • House Passes Reichert Amendment to Combat Violence in Schools
    Jun 18, 2009  - The House of Representatives today passed an amendment offered by Congressman Dave Reichert (WA-08) to provide new resources for a federal program that helps schools combat sexual harassment, bullying and gang-related violence.  Reichert’s amendment to the Fiscal Year 2010 Commerce, Justice, Scien... More
  • House Passes Reichert Measure to Improve School Safety
    May 14, 2009  - The U.S. House of Representatives today passed a measure by Congressman Dave Reichert (WA-08) to bolster school safety. Reichert’s amendment enables new education funds for school repairs to be used for upgrades and modernizations to ensure schools are prepared and able to respond to emergencies suc... More
  • Reichert Announces 2009 Congressional Art Competition Winner
    May 12, 2009  - Congressman Dave Reichert (WA-08) announced today that Kendra Hobbs, a junior from Tahoma Senior High School, has won the 2009 Congressional Arts Competition held in Washington’s Eighth Congressional District. Kendra was chosen last night after judging took place at the Bellevue Arts Museum, with 28... More
  • Blog update: Dave Names 2009 Art Competition Winner
    May 12, 2009  - From the press release: Washington, D.C., May 12 - Congressman Dave Reichert (WA-08) announced today that Kendra Hobbs, a junior from Tahoma Senior High School, has won the 2009 Congressional Arts Competition held in Washington’s Eighth Congressional District. Kendra was chosen last night after... More
  • House Passes Reichert Amendment to Reduce School Class Size
    Jun 4, 2008  - Congressman Dave Reichert (WA-08) applauded the passage of his amendment before the House of Representatives today, as part of H.R. 3021, the 21st Century Green High-Performing Public Schools Facility Act. This legislation seeks to make grants to local education agencies for the construction, modern... More
  • Reichert Resolution Passes House: Recognizes Contributions of Women to Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics
    Jun 4, 2008  - Congressman Dave Reichert (WA-08) today praised the passage of his resolution honoring women for their roles in science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) fields.   ”Women have made great strides in the workplace, yet disparities remain in certain fields,” said Reichert. “Accord... More
  • Reichert Honors Young Constituents Receiving the Congressional Award
    May 27, 2008  - Mercer Island, WA – Congressman Dave Reichert (WA-08) will recognize two constituents at his Mercer Island District Office on Wednesday, May 28, 2008, at 3:00 PM for earning the Congressional Award – an award presented to young Americans participating in a voluntary program, measuring their skills a... More

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