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Rep. Haler appointed to
Higher Education Committee
Eastern Washington and the Tri-Cities
gained a strong voice in matters concerning the state's colleges,
universities and students as
Rep.
Larry Haler, R-Richland, was appointed today to
serve on the House Higher Education Committee.
"Being on the Higher Education committee is something I wanted,"
Haler said. "With the Tri-Cities' branch of the
Washington State University and Columbia Basin College, we have a proud
tradition and heritage of educating our students. I'm excited to
bring a local perspective to the issues we'll be dealing with on the
committee."
Haler also serves on the Education Appropriations
Committee, the Technology, Energy and Communications Committee, and as
the ranking Republican on the Early Learning and Children's Services
Committee.
"My committee assignments are very indicative of our region's emphasis
on education, energy and technology," said Haler, who
has worked in the nuclear industry for over 34 years. "I'm one of
the lucky ones. I get to take practical, real world experience and
apply it to finding solutions to the issues we face on a daily basis."
The 2009 legislative session is in its third week. The 105-day
session is scheduled to end April 26.
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For more information, contact:
Brendon Wold, Senior
Information Officer: (360) 786-7698
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