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Rep. Kevin Van De Wege, serving the 24th District Serving Clallam, Jefferson, and parts of Grays Harbor Counties. |
STATE REPRESENTATIVE KEVIN VAN DE WEGEAs a young child, Kevin’s parents instilled the core values of family and service in him. When he was old enough to serve his community, Kevin became a volunteer firefighter, eventually deciding to turn it into a full-time career. He went on to earn fire administration and fire investigation degrees, as well as paramedic certification. He also received a BA in Social Science from Washington State University. Kevin was first elected to the House of Representatives in 2006, and currently serves as Deputy Majority Whip. He is also on the Agriculture & Natural Resources, Technology, Energy & Communications, and General Government Appropriations committees. Some of his legislative accomplishments include helping to secure permanent, year-round funding for a rescue tug at Neah Bay, and promoting research into new energy technologies, such as forest biomass fuel. In 2009, he was presented with a “Sound Hero” award from People for Puget Sound for his work to help protect Puget Sound and the Strait of Juan de Fuca from oil spills. A proud resident of the beautiful community of Sequim, Kevin and his wife Jennifer, a high school teacher, enjoy raising their two children on the Olympic Peninsula. |
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HOUSE COMMITTEES AND LEADERSHIP: Deputy Majority Whip Assistant Majority Whip (2007-2008) Agriculture and Natural Resources Committee (Vice Chair, 2008) General Government Appropriations Committee Technology, Energy, and Communications Committee Rules Committee Joint Committee on Veterans and Military Affairs (2007-2008) |
COMMUNITY INVOLVEMENT: Port Angeles Chamber of Commerce, member Economic Development Council Peninsula College Criminal Justice Program Advisory Committee International Association of Firefighters Local #2933 Highway 101 Safety Corridor Committee, past member |
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