Newhouse Statement on Passing of Sid Morrison

Press Release
For Immediate Release: November 10, 2026
Contact: Max Willens, (202) 738-7716

WASHINGTON, D.C. - Today, Rep. Dan Newhouse (WA-04) released the following statement on the passing of Sid Morrison:

"Sid Morrison was a titan and an institution in Central Washington. His public service and ability to work across the aisle for the betterment of his constituents were the gold standard for an elected official." said Rep. Newhouse. "A true model of what public service should be. As a farmer and a veteran, Sid knew and understood Washington's issues as well as anyone. I'm deeply saddened by his passing and my thoughts and prayers are with his family."

From 1966 to 1974, Sid was a member of the Washington House of Representatives representing the 15th District. He served the 15th District in the Washington Senate from 1974 until 1980. Sid was elected to Congress in 1980 and served until 1993. He was the Secretary of the Washington State Department of Transportation from 1993 to 2001.