Sen. Keith Goehner/R-Dryden/Credit: Washington State Senate

OLYMPIA … In his first term in the Senate, Sen. Keith Goehner, R-Dryden, was selected to three committees, including the ranking Republican on the Housing Committee. Goehner will serve his first term in the Senate in 2025.

“The state has been facing a housing crisis for a long time and it needs to be addressed,” Goehner said. “I expect to focus on the regulatory environment, the permitting process, and environmental issues.  We need to create more housing opportunities for all income levels.”

Goehner will also serve as the assistant ranking Republican Transportation Committee and prioritize transportation efficiency and improving access to the rural parts of his district.

“Highway 2 and 522 are the largest transportation issues facing the 12th District,” Goehner said.  “I appreciate the opportunity to be on the transportation committee as the Assistant Ranking Republican so I can be part of negotiations and have input on the final decisions in the transportation budget.”

The freshman Senator will also serve on the Local Government Committee. He was a Chelan Co. Commissioner for 16 years.

“Because of my background in local government, I’m excited to be on the committee,” Goehner said. “I’m very conscious and concerned of the challenges that small governments face and will continue to be mindful of the State’s expectations for the municipalities in our district and ensuring adequate funding for those services.”

The 12th is one of the state’s largest and most diverse geographic districts. It encompasses the communities on the west and east sides of the Cascades, including Monroe, Snoqualmie, North Bend, Leavenworth, Chelan, Cashmere, and Wenatchee.

To learn more about Sen. Goehner, visit keithgoehner@src.wastateleg.org. The 2025 Legislative Session begins Jan. 13, 2024.

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