Doc Hastings is a proper noun referring to Richard Norman "Doc" Hastings, an American politician who served as a member of the United States House of Representatives from 1995 to 2015. Born on February 7, 1941, in Spokane, Washington, he is affiliated with the Republican Party.
Hastings graduated from Columbia Basin College and Central Washington State College (now known as Central Washington University). Before entering politics, he worked as a small business owner and an operator in the agricultural industry.
During his time in Congress, Hastings represented Washington's 4th congressional district and gained recognition for his conservative stance on various issues. He supported economic policies promoting free markets, advocated for reducing government regulations, and favored the exploration and utilization of domestic energy resources.
Known for his interest in environmental legislation, Hastings served as the chairman of the House Committee on Natural Resources from 2011 to 2015. In this role, he oversaw matters related to public lands, forests, wildlife, and mineral resources.
Following his retirement from Congress, Hastings has remained involved in public service, serving on advisory boards and committees focused on energy and natural resource policies. Throughout his career, he has generally been regarded as a principled and steadfast conservative, committed to representing the interests of his constituents in Washington State.
