Washington Third District Congresswoman Jaime Herrera Beutler announced $583,390 has been included in an appropriations bill that will support an effort by Washington Gorge Action Programs to develop a child care facility in Goldendale. The FY22 Transportation, and Housing and Urban Development Appropriations bill included funding to renovate or construct a facility in Goldendale to serve as a child care or early learning center. Currently there are no licensed child care providers operating in the region except for a Head Start program that is at capacity.