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Derek Kilmer

Former U.S. House of Representatives - Washington 6th Congressional District

District 6, Washington

Derek Kilmer is an American politician and member of the Democratic Party, currently serving as the U.S. Representative for Washington's 6th congressional district since 2013. Born and raised in Washington, he graduated from Princeton University and holds a doctorate in Comparative Social Policy from the University of Oxford. Before his tenure in Congress, Kilmer served in the Washington State House of Representatives and the Washington State Senate. Known for his focus on promoting job growth and small businesses, as well as his dedication to improving education and healthcare, Kilmer consistently prioritizes the needs of his constituents.

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Responses to petitions from Derek Kilmer

Many federal employees begin their careers in temporary positions before transitioning to permanent status—so we need to have their backs. This bill will ensure that all federal workers . . . have the opportunity to retire on time, regardless of how ...

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Derek Kilmer’s response to Standing on the Right Side of History

Thank you for your message in support of marriage equality. I appreciate you taking the time to write.

I was pleased to vote for marriage equality. I believe that same-sex couples who love each other, form life goals together, build famil...

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