House Energy and Commerce Chair Cathy McMorris Rodgers, R-Wash., will not seek reelection this year, according to a statement provided to The Spokesman-Review.

“It’s been the honor and privilege of my life to represent the people of Eastern Washington in Congress,” she said. “They inspire me every day. They are part of the strength and soul of America — the greatest experiment in self-governance the world has ever known. After much prayer and reflection, I’ve decided the time has come to serve them in new ways.”

First elected to the House in 2004, the 54-year-old took over at the House Energy and Commerce Committee almost a year ago with her focus aimed at reining in tech companies. In 2021 she introduced the Big Tech Accountability Platform and told the Silicon Valley giants, “Your platforms are my biggest fear as a parent.”

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