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Feb. 6, 2022
Tweet - "ICYMI: I recently joined @MomsRising and Seattle families for a virtual town hall where I discussed the work I'm doing in the other Washington to help support our state's parents and families."
Sen. Patty Murray
Feb. 5, 2022
Tweet - "Washington state workers and families know how important paid family and medical leave is--and it's why a vast majority support my push for a comprehensive national paid family and medical leave program."
Sen. Patty Murray
Feb. 5, 2022
Tweet - "Each year, nearly 7 million people need to take leave from work but don't because they can't afford to not get paid. Workers deserve better. That's why I'm fighting to build off #FMLA & pass a comprehensive national paid family & medical leave program & guarantee paid sick days.'
Sen. Patty Murray
Feb. 5, 2022
Tweet - "Today, we're the only country in the developed world where people don't have paid parental leave. And we also know that workers need leave to care for a sick child or cope with a major diagnosis. It's a disgrace. We need a national paid leave program. #FMLA29"
Sen. Patty Murray
Feb. 4, 2022
Lee, Hoyer Host Poverty Task Force Meeting to Address Childhood Mental Health in the Pandemic
Rep. Steny Hoyer, ...
Feb. 4, 2022
Tweet - "29 years ago, Congress passed #FMLA--a groundbreaking first step that helped workers care for themselves & their families. It's past time to take the next step: passing a comprehensive national paid family & medical leave program & guaranteeing paid sick days."
Sen. Patty Murray
Feb. 4, 2022
Reps. Courtney, Thompson Welcome Updated Milk Options In New Child Nutrition Standards
Rep. Joe Courtney, ...
Feb. 3, 2022
Representatives Tlaib & Jones Introduce Universal Child Benefit to Cut Child Poverty by Nearly Two-Thirds
Rep. Rashida Tlaib
Feb. 3, 2022
REPS. MONDAIRE JONES AND RASHIDA TLAIB INTRODUCE UNIVERSAL CHILD BENEFIT TO CUT CHILD POVERTY BY NEARLY TWO-THIRDS
Rep. Rashida Tlaib, ...
Feb. 3, 2022
Murphy, Hassan, Colleagues Introduce Bipartisan, Bicameral Legislation to Protect and Support Children with Disabilities
Sen. Maggie Hassan, ...
Feb. 2, 2022
Majority Whip Clyburn, Rep. Rogers, and Senators Booker and Portman Introduce Legislation to Target Federal Resources to Persistent Poverty Areas
Rep. Hal Rogers
Feb. 2, 2022
Tweet - "I'll always work to make sure Nevadans who have experienced domestic violence abuse have the tools and resources they need. @Safenest and @LVMPD 's Project Safe 417 has helped over 3,000 survivors in Las Vegas, and I'll do everything I can in the Senate to support them."
Sen. Catherine Cortez Masto
Feb. 2, 2022
CONGRESSMAN DESAULNIER ANNOUNCES LEGISLATION TO BOLSTER MENTAL HEALTH SERVICES FOR CHILDREN AND FAMILIES
Rep. Mark DeSaulnier
Feb. 2, 2022
Tweet - "For far too long, Big Tobacco and companies like JUUL has been allowed to target "American children with their dangerous and addictive vaping products. I'm live on the Senate floor, calling on @US_FDA to finally take action on e-cigarettes."
Sen. Dick Durbin
Feb. 2, 2022
Tweet - "Parents have to be able to find quality child care in their community at a price they can afford--and that's just not the case for so many right now. My plan is going to help make sure they can."
Sen. Patty Murray
Feb. 2, 2022
Wyden on Reintroduction of the EARN IT Act: Political Attacks on Encryption Will Make Children Less Safe, Won't Aid Victims or Catch Predators Who Prey On Kids
Sen. Ron Wyden
Feb. 2, 2022
Tweet - "I'm thinking about my mom on what would have been her 95th birthday. She was an incredible, vibrant, and friendly woman, and she made an indelibly positive effect on all those that knew her. A few years ago, I wrote about her life and how it shaped me."
Sen. Mark Warner
Feb. 2, 2022
Cassidy, Scott, Burr Introduce the Kids in Classes Act
Sen. Tim Scott, ...
Feb. 1, 2022
HYDE-SMITH, COLLEAGUES INTRODUCE GOLD STAR FAMILIES DAY ACT
Sen. Cindy Hyde-Smith
Feb. 1, 2022
Cortez Masto Introduces Legislation to Hold Tech Industry Accountable, Prevent Online Child Sexual Exploitation
Sen. Catherine Cortez Masto
Feb. 1, 2022
HYDE-SMITH COSPONSORS "EARN IT ACT' TO PROMPT TECH INDUSTRY TO TAKE ONLINE CHILD SEXUAL EXPLOITATION SERIOUSLY
Sen. John Cornyn, ...
Feb. 1, 2022
Tweet - "Big tech companies haven't done nearly enough to protect vulnerable children from exploitation, which is why I joined the #EarnitAct to help crack down on the trafficking and sexual abuse of kids online. I'll keep working across the aisle to pass legislation that keeps kids safe."
Sen. Catherine Cortez Masto
Feb. 1, 2022
Senator Collins Questions Experts on COVID-19's Impact on Children's Mental Health, Drug Overdoses
Sen. Susan Collins
Feb. 1, 2022
Rubio, Daines, Colleagues Fight for Pregnant Moms to Receive Tax Relief
Sen. Steve Daines, ...
Feb. 1, 2022
REPRESENTATIVES HUFFMAN, DESAULNIER, AND DAVIS INTRODUCE BIPARTISAN, BICAMERAL LEGISLATION TO PROTECT AND SUPPORT CHILDREN WITH DISABILITIES
Rep. Jared Huffman, ...
Jan. 31, 2022
Sen. Lee, Colleagues Introduce Bill Giving Pregnant Moms Child Tax Credit
Sen. Mike Lee
Jan. 31, 2022
Graham, Blumenthal Introduce EARN IT Act to Encourage Tech Industry to Take Online Child Sexual Exploitation Seriously
Sen. Lisa Murkowski
Jan. 29, 2022
Tweet - "For most families, my child care plan would cut their costs by more than half or even more. People are going to feel the difference."
Sen. Patty Murray
Jan. 29, 2022
Tweet - "This week I joined @MomsRising and families from across Seattle for a virtual town hall to answer questions about everything from fixing our child care system to working to end this pandemic. Watch the full conversation at the link below."
Sen. Patty Murray
Jan. 28, 2022
Tweet - "Yesterday I joined WA state leaders & child care advocates to discuss how my child care proposal would build on our state's Fair Start For Kids Act. While our state is on the right path, we can do more, & I'll keep pushing in the other Washington to bolster these efforts."
Sen. Patty Murray
Jan. 28, 2022
Smith Bill Supports Pregnant Mothers, Promotes Choosing Life Through Tax Code
Rep. Jason Smith
Jan. 28, 2022
Senator Murray Joins State Leaders to Push for Lower Child Care Costs, Better Access for Washington State Families and Better Pay for Child Care Workers
Sen. Patty Murray
Jan. 28, 2022
Trone, Cardin, and Van Hollen Announce More Than $3 Million in Federal Funding for Washington County's Head Start Program
Sen. Chris Van Hollen, ...
Jan. 28, 2022
Tweet - "The United States is the only major country on Earth not to guarantee paid family and medical leave. 73% of the American people want that to change. What are we waiting for?"
Sen. Bernie Sanders
Jan. 27, 2022
Tweet - "No one ought to have to choose between keeping their family warm & putting food on the table. The $80.2 million in #AmericanRescuePlan funds headed to SC for the Low Income Energy Home Assistance Program will make a huge difference in the lives of working families in our state."
Rep. Jim Clyburn
Jan. 27, 2022
Tweet - "A functioning child care system is as essential to our economy as functioning roads and bridges. We already passed bold legislation to fix our infrastructure--now let's do the same for child care."
Sen. Patty Murray
Jan. 26, 2022
Real Clear Politics: Hawley Pushes Stepped-Up Human Trafficking Reforms
Sen. Josh Hawley
Jan. 26, 2022
Pappas Meets with Somersworth ACERT Program Partners to Discuss Safe Communities Agenda
Rep. Chris Pappas
Jan. 26, 2022
Senator Reverend Warnock Urges President Biden and Vice President Harris to Secure Expanded Child Tax Credit
Sen. Raphael Warnock
Jan. 25, 2022
Tweet - "I spoke with education leaders & public health experts in Spokane to hear more about the COVID-19 situation in the area & what they need. From making sure schools can stay open safely to getting more tests, I'll keep pushing to make sure families get the support they need."
Sen. Patty Murray
Jan. 25, 2022
Letter to Ms. Russell, Executive Director of UNICEF - Cassidy, Colleagues Urge UNICEF to Protect Cuban Children
Sen. Bill Cassidy, ...
Jan. 25, 2022
Letter to Hon. Xavier Becerra, Secretary of Health and Human Services - Romney Joins Effort to Protect Faith-Based Child Welfare Providers
Sen. Josh Hawley, ...
Jan. 25, 2022
Letter to Joseph R. Biden, President of the United States - Rep. AOC Calls for Expansion of Residential Standards for At-Home Testing
Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez
Jan. 25, 2022
Cole Recognized with Friend of the Family Award
Rep. Tom Cole
Jan. 25, 2022
Senators Collins, King Announce Additional $680,000 to Help Maine Families with Heating Costs
Sen. Susan Collins
Jan. 25, 2022
Tweet - "At my town hall tomorrow with Seattle families and @MomsRising , I'll be directly answering YOUR questions about the challenges and solutions to the issues parents are facing. Click the link below to submit your question."
Sen. Patty Murray
Jan. 24, 2022
Chair DeLauro Statement on Clinical Study Indicating Cash Stipends Improve Babies' Brain Function
Rep. Rosa DeLauro
Jan. 24, 2022
Tweet - "Child care is unaffordable. Plain and simple. I'm fighting to get my bill across the finish line that will lower child care costs & provide more options for families, while also supporting child care providers so workers earn a livable wage."
Sen. Patty Murray
Jan. 24, 2022
Scanlon Leads Bipartisan, Bicameral Group of Lawmakers in Recognizing January 2022 as National Mentoring Month
Sen. Sheldon Whitehouse, ...
Jan. 24, 2022
Gov. Ricketts Proclaims "School Choice Week"
Sen. Pete Ricketts
Date
Title
Politician
Feb. 6, 2022
Tweet - "ICYMI: I recently joined @MomsRising and Seattle families for a virtual town hall where I discussed the work I'm doing in the other Washington to help support our state's parents and families."
Sen.Patty Murray
Feb. 5, 2022
Tweet - "Washington state workers and families know how important paid family and medical leave is--and it's why a vast majority support my push for a comprehensive national paid family and medical leave program."
Sen.Patty Murray
Feb. 5, 2022
Tweet - "Each year, nearly 7 million people need to take leave from work but don't because they can't afford to not get paid. Workers deserve better. That's why I'm fighting to build off #FMLA & pass a comprehensive national paid family & medical leave program & guarantee paid sick days.'
Sen.Patty Murray
Feb. 5, 2022
Tweet - "Today, we're the only country in the developed world where people don't have paid parental leave. And we also know that workers need leave to care for a sick child or cope with a major diagnosis. It's a disgrace. We need a national paid leave program. #FMLA29"
Sen.Patty Murray
Feb. 4, 2022
Lee, Hoyer Host Poverty Task Force Meeting to Address Childhood Mental Health in the Pandemic
Rep.Steny Hoyer, ...
Feb. 4, 2022
Tweet - "29 years ago, Congress passed #FMLA--a groundbreaking first step that helped workers care for themselves & their families. It's past time to take the next step: passing a comprehensive national paid family & medical leave program & guaranteeing paid sick days."
Sen.Patty Murray
Feb. 4, 2022
Reps. Courtney, Thompson Welcome Updated Milk Options In New Child Nutrition Standards
Rep.Joe Courtney, ...
Feb. 3, 2022
Representatives Tlaib & Jones Introduce Universal Child Benefit to Cut Child Poverty by Nearly Two-Thirds
Rep.Rashida Tlaib
Feb. 3, 2022
REPS. MONDAIRE JONES AND RASHIDA TLAIB INTRODUCE UNIVERSAL CHILD BENEFIT TO CUT CHILD POVERTY BY NEARLY TWO-THIRDS
Rep.Rashida Tlaib, ...
Feb. 3, 2022
Murphy, Hassan, Colleagues Introduce Bipartisan, Bicameral Legislation to Protect and Support Children with Disabilities
Sen.Maggie Hassan, ...
Feb. 2, 2022
Majority Whip Clyburn, Rep. Rogers, and Senators Booker and Portman Introduce Legislation to Target Federal Resources to Persistent Poverty Areas
Rep.Hal Rogers
Feb. 2, 2022
Tweet - "I'll always work to make sure Nevadans who have experienced domestic violence abuse have the tools and resources they need. @Safenest and @LVMPD 's Project Safe 417 has helped over 3,000 survivors in Las Vegas, and I'll do everything I can in the Senate to support them."
Sen.Catherine Cortez Masto
Feb. 2, 2022
CONGRESSMAN DESAULNIER ANNOUNCES LEGISLATION TO BOLSTER MENTAL HEALTH SERVICES FOR CHILDREN AND FAMILIES
Rep.Mark DeSaulnier
Feb. 2, 2022
Tweet - "For far too long, Big Tobacco and companies like JUUL has been allowed to target "American children with their dangerous and addictive vaping products. I'm live on the Senate floor, calling on @US_FDA to finally take action on e-cigarettes."
Sen.Dick Durbin
Feb. 2, 2022
Tweet - "Parents have to be able to find quality child care in their community at a price they can afford--and that's just not the case for so many right now. My plan is going to help make sure they can."
Sen.Patty Murray
Feb. 2, 2022
Wyden on Reintroduction of the EARN IT Act: Political Attacks on Encryption Will Make Children Less Safe, Won't Aid Victims or Catch Predators Who Prey On Kids
Sen.Ron Wyden
Feb. 2, 2022
Tweet - "I'm thinking about my mom on what would have been her 95th birthday. She was an incredible, vibrant, and friendly woman, and she made an indelibly positive effect on all those that knew her. A few years ago, I wrote about her life and how it shaped me."
Sen.Mark Warner
Feb. 2, 2022
Cassidy, Scott, Burr Introduce the Kids in Classes Act
Sen.Tim Scott, ...
Feb. 1, 2022
HYDE-SMITH, COLLEAGUES INTRODUCE GOLD STAR FAMILIES DAY ACT
Sen.Cindy Hyde-Smith
Feb. 1, 2022
Cortez Masto Introduces Legislation to Hold Tech Industry Accountable, Prevent Online Child Sexual Exploitation
Sen.Catherine Cortez Masto
Feb. 1, 2022
HYDE-SMITH COSPONSORS "EARN IT ACT' TO PROMPT TECH INDUSTRY TO TAKE ONLINE CHILD SEXUAL EXPLOITATION SERIOUSLY
Sen.John Cornyn, ...
Feb. 1, 2022
Tweet - "Big tech companies haven't done nearly enough to protect vulnerable children from exploitation, which is why I joined the #EarnitAct to help crack down on the trafficking and sexual abuse of kids online. I'll keep working across the aisle to pass legislation that keeps kids safe."
Sen.Catherine Cortez Masto
Feb. 1, 2022
Senator Collins Questions Experts on COVID-19's Impact on Children's Mental Health, Drug Overdoses
Sen.Susan Collins
Feb. 1, 2022
Rubio, Daines, Colleagues Fight for Pregnant Moms to Receive Tax Relief
Sen.Steve Daines, ...
Feb. 1, 2022
REPRESENTATIVES HUFFMAN, DESAULNIER, AND DAVIS INTRODUCE BIPARTISAN, BICAMERAL LEGISLATION TO PROTECT AND SUPPORT CHILDREN WITH DISABILITIES
Rep.Jared Huffman, ...
Jan. 31, 2022
Sen. Lee, Colleagues Introduce Bill Giving Pregnant Moms Child Tax Credit
Sen.Mike Lee
Jan. 31, 2022
Graham, Blumenthal Introduce EARN IT Act to Encourage Tech Industry to Take Online Child Sexual Exploitation Seriously
Sen.Lisa Murkowski
Jan. 29, 2022
Tweet - "For most families, my child care plan would cut their costs by more than half or even more. People are going to feel the difference."
Sen.Patty Murray
Jan. 29, 2022
Tweet - "This week I joined @MomsRising and families from across Seattle for a virtual town hall to answer questions about everything from fixing our child care system to working to end this pandemic. Watch the full conversation at the link below."
Sen.Patty Murray
Jan. 28, 2022
Tweet - "Yesterday I joined WA state leaders & child care advocates to discuss how my child care proposal would build on our state's Fair Start For Kids Act. While our state is on the right path, we can do more, & I'll keep pushing in the other Washington to bolster these efforts."
Sen.Patty Murray
Jan. 28, 2022
Smith Bill Supports Pregnant Mothers, Promotes Choosing Life Through Tax Code
Rep.Jason Smith
Jan. 28, 2022
Senator Murray Joins State Leaders to Push for Lower Child Care Costs, Better Access for Washington State Families and Better Pay for Child Care Workers
Sen.Patty Murray
Jan. 28, 2022
Trone, Cardin, and Van Hollen Announce More Than $3 Million in Federal Funding for Washington County's Head Start Program
Sen.Chris Van Hollen, ...
Jan. 28, 2022
Tweet - "The United States is the only major country on Earth not to guarantee paid family and medical leave. 73% of the American people want that to change. What are we waiting for?"
Sen.Bernie Sanders
Jan. 27, 2022
Tweet - "No one ought to have to choose between keeping their family warm & putting food on the table. The $80.2 million in #AmericanRescuePlan funds headed to SC for the Low Income Energy Home Assistance Program will make a huge difference in the lives of working families in our state."
Rep.Jim Clyburn
Jan. 27, 2022
Tweet - "A functioning child care system is as essential to our economy as functioning roads and bridges. We already passed bold legislation to fix our infrastructure--now let's do the same for child care."
Sen.Patty Murray
Jan. 26, 2022
Real Clear Politics: Hawley Pushes Stepped-Up Human Trafficking Reforms
Sen.Josh Hawley
Jan. 26, 2022
Pappas Meets with Somersworth ACERT Program Partners to Discuss Safe Communities Agenda
Rep.Chris Pappas
Jan. 26, 2022
Senator Reverend Warnock Urges President Biden and Vice President Harris to Secure Expanded Child Tax Credit
Sen.Raphael Warnock
Jan. 25, 2022
Tweet - "I spoke with education leaders & public health experts in Spokane to hear more about the COVID-19 situation in the area & what they need. From making sure schools can stay open safely to getting more tests, I'll keep pushing to make sure families get the support they need."
Sen.Patty Murray
Jan. 25, 2022
Letter to Ms. Russell, Executive Director of UNICEF - Cassidy, Colleagues Urge UNICEF to Protect Cuban Children
Sen.Bill Cassidy, ...
Jan. 25, 2022
Letter to Hon. Xavier Becerra, Secretary of Health and Human Services - Romney Joins Effort to Protect Faith-Based Child Welfare Providers
Sen.Josh Hawley, ...
Jan. 25, 2022
Letter to Joseph R. Biden, President of the United States - Rep. AOC Calls for Expansion of Residential Standards for At-Home Testing
Rep.Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez
Jan. 25, 2022
Cole Recognized with Friend of the Family Award
Rep.Tom Cole
Jan. 25, 2022
Senators Collins, King Announce Additional $680,000 to Help Maine Families with Heating Costs
Sen.Susan Collins
Jan. 25, 2022
Tweet - "At my town hall tomorrow with Seattle families and @MomsRising , I'll be directly answering YOUR questions about the challenges and solutions to the issues parents are facing. Click the link below to submit your question."
Sen.Patty Murray
Jan. 24, 2022
Chair DeLauro Statement on Clinical Study Indicating Cash Stipends Improve Babies' Brain Function
Rep.Rosa DeLauro
Jan. 24, 2022
Tweet - "Child care is unaffordable. Plain and simple. I'm fighting to get my bill across the finish line that will lower child care costs & provide more options for families, while also supporting child care providers so workers earn a livable wage."
Sen.Patty Murray
Jan. 24, 2022
Scanlon Leads Bipartisan, Bicameral Group of Lawmakers in Recognizing January 2022 as National Mentoring Month
Sen.Sheldon Whitehouse, ...
Jan. 24, 2022
Gov. Ricketts Proclaims "School Choice Week"
Sen.Pete Ricketts
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