Marie Gluesenkamp Perez, currently serving in the U.S. Congress representing Washington’s 3rd district, has been active on social media addressing issues pertinent to her constituents. Her recent tweets reflect her focus on improving childcare services and ensuring financial security for seniors.
On May 14, 2025, Rep. Perez tweeted about the importance of eliminating barriers to fresh produce preparation for childcare providers. She emphasized that this move would reduce compliance costs and facilitate the establishment of small businesses in rural areas. She stated, “Eliminating barriers to simple fresh produce prep will bring down the cost of compliance for childcare providers and make it easier to start these small businesses in rural communities.” This initiative aims to ensure children have access to nutritious meals and do not return home with uneaten lunches.
Later that day, she shared a link via Twitter without additional commentary at 18:03 UTC. The content of this link was not specified within the tweet.
In another tweet posted simultaneously at 18:03 UTC, Rep. Perez addressed the significance of Social Security checks for retirees. She noted that these payments are essential for a dignified retirement as seniors rely on them after years of contributing to the system through hard work. She remarked, “Social Security checks are a cornerstone to a dignified retirement – and our seniors spent their lives working hard to pay into the system.” Emphasizing its critical role, she highlighted how Social Security can be crucial in covering basic needs such as food and rent.
Marie Gluesenkamp Perez was born in Harris County, Texas in 1988 and now resides in Washougal. A Reed College alumna with a BA degree earned in 2012, she succeeded Jaime Herrera Beutler as a U.S Congress member from Washington’s 3rd District since 2023.
