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Rep. Marie Gluesenkamp Perez, currently serving in the U.S. Congress representing Washington's 3rd district, has been actively engaging with her constituents through social media. Her recent tweets cover a range of topics from personal anecdotes to legislative initiatives and educational advancements.

On February 19, 2025, Rep. Perez shared a personal experience regarding vehicle maintenance. She noted that her vehicle often takes short trips and sits idle for extended periods, leading to a weakened battery. She advised keeping jumper cables handy as it helped her get back on the road swiftly: "My poor rig goes on a lot of short trips and sits for long stretches, so the battery’s gone weak."

Later that day, she addressed environmental concerns related to PFAS chemicals. In a tweet dated February 19, 2025, Rep. Perez announced her introduction of bipartisan legislation aimed at preventing consumers and water utilities from shouldering the costs associated with PFAS cleanup by holding chemical producers accountable: "PFAS chemicals harm our health, and our utilities work hard to dispose of these substances."

On February 20, 2025, Rep. Perez expressed support for vocational education programs at Hockinson High School, which has seen record enrollment in trades programs. She emphasized her commitment to expanding access to such programs in Congress: "Love to see that Hockinson HS has its highest enrollment in trades programs yet!"