WASHINGTON, May 29 -- Rep. Jaime Herrera-Beutler, R-Wash., has introduced legislation (H.R. 3034) to amend title 10, U.S. Code, "to authorize the Secretary of a military department to retain a reserve officer in a medical specialty beyond the date that such individual turns 68 years old." The bill was introduced on May 28. It was referred to the House Armed Services Committee. For more information, Rep. Jaime Herrera-Beutler, 2352 Rayburn House Office Building, Washington, DC 20515; 202/225-35  more

WASHINGTON, May 31 -- Rep. Joe Neguse, D-Colo., has introduced legislation (H.R. 3048) to extend the Secure Rural Schools and Community Self-Determination Act of 2000. The bill was introduced on May 30 and was co-sponsored by Rep. Cathy McMorris Rodgers, R-Wash. It was jointly referred to the House Agriculture and Natural Resources committees. For more information, Rep. Joseph Neguse, 1419 Longworth House Office Building, Washington, DC 20515; 202/225-2161; or in the district office at 1220 S.  more

WASHINGTON, May 31 -- Rep. Kim Schrier, D-Wash., has introduced legislation (H.R. 3049) to "ensure public disclosure of nutrition standards compliance by school food authorities." The bill was introduced on May 30. It was referred to the House Education and Labor Committee. For more information, Rep. Kim Schrier, 1123 Longworth House Office Building, Washington, DC 20515; 202/225-7761; or in the district office at 1445 N.W. Mall St., Ste. 4, Issaquah, WA 98027.  more