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Aug. 1, 2018 Tweet - "As one of our country's most trade-dependent states, there's a ton at stake for WA growers, exporters, & families if President Trump's reckless tariffs continue. Even more worrisome, WA families will most likely end up paying the highest price for this backward trade agenda." Sen. Patty Murray
Aug. 1, 2018 Tweet - "What's the Trump Administration's answer for wage stagnation & growing economic inequality in communities in WA & nationwide? Apparently, more tax cuts for the wealthiest families & corporations that need it least." Sen. Patty Murray
Aug. 1, 2018 As Trump Administration Undermines Public Lands, Senators Murray, Cantwell Introduce Legislation to Codify Protections for Millions of Acres of National Forests Sen. Patty Murray, ...
Aug. 1, 2018 Senator Murray: Latest Trump Health Care Sabotage "Shows How Much Is At Stake" In Supreme Court Fight Sen. Patty Murray
Aug. 1, 2018 Senators Murray, Cantwell Fight to Ensure Rural Communities in Washington State Can Compete for Broadband Internet Grants Sen. Maria Cantwell, ...
Aug. 1, 2018 Tweet - "53 years ago this week, President Johnson signed #Medicare and #Medicaid into law, helping millions to afford the care they need, no matter their age or income. We have an obligation to uphold that promise and protect these programs, which insure over 100 million people." Sen. Patty Murray
July 31, 2018 Reps. DelBene, Levin, Kind and Higgins Warn USTR Against Violating Trade Promotional Authority Rep. Suzan DelBene, ...
July 31, 2018 At Hearing, Murray Opposes President Trump's Proposal to Let Insurance Companies Ignore Pre-existing Condition Protections, Award Bigger Executive Bonuses Sen. Patty Murray
July 31, 2018 Ranking Member Smith Secures Critical Nuclear Safety and Whistleblower Protection Provisions in National Defense Authorization Act Rep. Adam Smith
July 31, 2018 Smith Leads Colleagues in Passing Yemen Reforms Rep. Adam Smith, ...
July 31, 2018 Hearing of the Senate Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions Committee - Opening Statement of Sen. Murray, Hearing on High Health Care Costs Sen. Patty Murray
July 31, 2018 Letter to the Hon. Alex Azar, Secretary of Health and Human Services - Senators Murray, Cantwell Slam Trump-Pence Administration's Proposed Damaging Changes to Title X Family Planning Program, Call for Reversal Sen. Patty Murray, ...
July 31, 2018 Tweet - "Defrauded students in WA & across the nation shouldn't be saddled with unmanageable debt after being cheated by predatory for-profit colleges & corporations--Secretary DeVos must reverse course on this shameful new rule." Sen. Patty Murray
July 31, 2018 Senator Murray Cosponsors New Legislation to Block Efforts to Make Blueprints for 3D Guns Publicly Accessible Sen. Patty Murray
July 31, 2018 Tweet - "If Mexico was supposed to pay for President Trump's awful and wasteful border wall, why is he threatening to shut down our government if American taxpayers don't foot the bill?" Sen. Patty Murray
July 31, 2018 Strengthening Career and Technical Education for the 21st Century Act Sen. Patty Murray
July 31, 2018 Tweet - "Civil rights, including the rights of people with disabilities, are on the line with the nomination of Judge Kavanaugh. We have to keep making our voices heard and do everything we can to oppose this nomination." Sen. Patty Murray
July 31, 2018 Tweet - "I'm about to discuss the importance of maintaining safe, high quality care for patients as we look for ways to reduce administrative costs, and explain why President Trump's health care sabotage is taking us in the wrong direction." Sen. Patty Murray
July 31, 2018 Tweet - "We have plenty of opportunities to help bring down health care costs by reducing complexity and administrative costs, but this cannot come at the expense of patients, their safety, or their health." Sen. Patty Murray
July 31, 2018 Tweet - "President Trump wants to expand junk plans that spend half their revenue on administrative waste. He wants to make it easier for insurers to discriminate against people with pre-existing conditions, and then reward themselves for it with executive bonuses." Sen. Patty Murray
July 31, 2018 Tweet - "A decision to shut down the government over President Trump's costly border wall would be a choice made by Republicans--the Party that controls the Senate, House, & White House." Sen. Patty Murray
July 30, 2018 Letter to the Honorable Alex M. Azar II, Secretary for the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services - Senators Concerned About Validity of Information from Trump Administration, Question Criteria for Deeming Separated Families "Ineligible for Reunification" Sen. Patty Murray, ...
July 30, 2018 Letter to the Hon. Mike Pompeo, Secretary of State and Ambassador John Bolton, Assistant to the President for National Security Affairs - House Democrats Call on Trump Administration to Address Growing Humanitarian Crisis in Gaza Rep. Adam Smith, ...
July 30, 2018 Tweet - "The overwhelming majority of Americans have made it clear they want more common sense gun safety reforms to keep their families safe, not fewer--& the Trump Administration's decision to allow 3-D printing for guns is a direct rebuke to their wishes, & the health & safety of ppl." Sen. Patty Murray
July 30, 2018 Tweet - "So glad to see Washington state leading the way. I'm joining @AGOWA in calling for action to address this issue before it's too late." Sen. Patty Murray
July 30, 2018 Tweet - "With this new rule, Secretary DeVos is sending a clear sign to students that they cannot rely on her to stand up for them--& that predatory for-profit colleges & corporations will continue to get a free pass." Sen. Patty Murray
July 30, 2018 Tweet - "At a time when we are seeing community after community, and family after family being devastated by gun violence, it's unconscionable that the Trump administration would simply shrug off this potential threat." Sen. Patty Murray
July 29, 2018 Tweet - "I joined my Democratic colleagues in giving a voice to the 54 migrant parents who wrote an open letter, pleading with anyone to help them reunite with their children. Families belong together." Sen. Patty Murray
July 29, 2018 Tweet - "As long as there are migrant kids in our government's care still needlessly separated from their parents, it is a moral stain on our nation that cannot stand. We will not stop holding President Trump accountable until he completely reverses the reckless damage he has caused." Sen. Patty Murray
July 29, 2018 Tweet - "Thousands of families have been reunited, but hundreds of migrant kids are still needlessly separated from their parents. None of this had to happen, & we will keep raising our voices until President Trump resolves this disgrace." Sen. Patty Murray
July 29, 2018 Tweet - "A President who, far beyond any modern President, has championed the anti-choice cause, has found exactly what he is looking for in Judge Kavanaugh: a fifth vote to overturn Roe v. Wade." Sen. Patty Murray
July 29, 2018 Tweet - "When survivors of sexual assault seek care they should be offered the best information, services, and support available. That's why I'm working to pass SASCA to help develop standards of health care & training in hospitals & medical settings nationwide." Sen. Patty Murray
July 28, 2018 Tweet - "Judge Kavanaugh would be a reliable vote on the Supreme Court to roll back the progress we've made to protect our vital air, water, natural resources, & so much more. We must raise our voices like never before against President Trump's extreme nominee." Sen. Patty Murray
July 28, 2018 Tweet - "The $12B…offered on Tuesday to the nation's farmers to ease the financial pain of the trade war isn't a long-term solution. It's a catalyst for bigger problems" President Trump should heed this call to reverse course from growers in WA & nationwide" Sen. Patty Murray
July 28, 2018 Tweet - "We came to this country to save our lives and the lives of our children. We were not prepared for the nightmare that we faced here. The United States government kidnapped our children with tricks and didn't give us the opportunity to say goodbye." Sen. Patty Murray
July 28, 2018 Tweet - "President Trump can never undo the trauma caused by his reckless 'zero-tolerance' family separation policy. But we can make sure it never happens again. I'm urging Republican leaders to come back to the table & work w Democrats to finally fix our broken immigration system." Sen. Patty Murray
July 28, 2018 Tweet - "There are decades between my college friend's story and the stories of these three women. Decades--and the historic ruling in Roe v. Wade that affirmed that our Constitution protects a woman's right to control her own health care decisions." Sen. Patty Murray
July 28, 2018 Tweet - "I introduced the Survivor's Access to Supportive Care Act because when it comes to helping survivors of rape and sexual assault, there shouldn't be any barriers in the way to get justice or care." Sen. Patty Murray
July 27, 2018 Murray Statement on DeVos Rule to Cut Billions of Debt Relief from Cheated Students: "A Clear Sign That Students Cannot Rely On Secretary DeVos" Sen. Patty Murray
July 27, 2018 Letter to the Hon. L. Francis Cissna, Director of US Citizenship and Immigration Services - Designate TPS for Guatemala and Nicaragua Rep. Pramila Jayapal, ...
July 27, 2018 Letter to the Hon. Jeff Sessions, Attorney General and the Hon. Alex Azar, Secretary of Health and Human Services - Klobuchar Urges Departments of Justice, Health and Human Services to Support Victims of Domestic Abuse in the Digital Age Sen. Patty Murray, ...
July 27, 2018 Tester Leads 26 Senators to Hold Washington Accountable and Increase Transparency in Elections Sen. Patty Murray, ...
July 27, 2018 Letter to Jeffrey Bezos, Chairman, President and CEO of Amazon.com, Inc. - Garrett Crosses Party Lines To Express Concern Over "Amazon Rekognition" Rep. Pramila Jayapal, ...
July 27, 2018 Letter to David J. Apol, Acting Director of Office of Government Ethics - Ethics Investigation into EPA Chief over Meetings with Former Lobbying Clients Rep. Pramila Jayapal, ...
July 27, 2018 Tweet - "Dozens of migrant parents separated from their children wrote an open letter to the US public, hoping someone, anyone, could help them reunite with their children. Here is their letter." Sen. Patty Murray
July 27, 2018 Tweet - "It is unacceptable that someone would go to seek care --& justice -- for sexual assault and be told "not here' or "try next door.' The Survivors' Access to Supportive Care Act (SASCA), would help us make sure that no longer happens to survivors seeking help." Sen. Patty Murray
July 27, 2018 Kilmer, Cantwell Permanently Repeal Per Diem Rules that Nickle and-Dime Shipyard Workers, DOD Civilians Nationwide Sen. Maria Cantwell, ...
July 27, 2018 Tweet - "I have shared my story with my children, and hope that should my daughter ever find herself in a position similar to mine, she will enjoy the same rights that were available to me." #WhatsAtStake" Sen. Patty Murray
July 26, 2018 Larsen Statement on Final Passage of National Defense Authorization Act Rep. Rick Larsen
July 26, 2018 Letter to Alex Azar, Secretary of Health and Human Services - U.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin Demands Transparency On Office Of Refugee Resettlement Funding Sen. Patty Murray, ...
Date Title Politician
Aug. 1, 2018 Tweet - "As one of our country's most trade-dependent states, there's a ton at stake for WA growers, exporters, & families if President Trump's reckless tariffs continue. Even more worrisome, WA families will most likely end up paying the highest price for this backward trade agenda." Sen.Patty Murray
Aug. 1, 2018 Tweet - "What's the Trump Administration's answer for wage stagnation & growing economic inequality in communities in WA & nationwide? Apparently, more tax cuts for the wealthiest families & corporations that need it least." Sen.Patty Murray
Aug. 1, 2018 As Trump Administration Undermines Public Lands, Senators Murray, Cantwell Introduce Legislation to Codify Protections for Millions of Acres of National Forests Sen.Patty Murray, ...
Aug. 1, 2018 Senator Murray: Latest Trump Health Care Sabotage "Shows How Much Is At Stake" In Supreme Court Fight Sen.Patty Murray
Aug. 1, 2018 Senators Murray, Cantwell Fight to Ensure Rural Communities in Washington State Can Compete for Broadband Internet Grants Sen.Maria Cantwell, ...
Aug. 1, 2018 Tweet - "53 years ago this week, President Johnson signed #Medicare and #Medicaid into law, helping millions to afford the care they need, no matter their age or income. We have an obligation to uphold that promise and protect these programs, which insure over 100 million people." Sen.Patty Murray
July 31, 2018 Reps. DelBene, Levin, Kind and Higgins Warn USTR Against Violating Trade Promotional Authority Rep.Suzan DelBene, ...
July 31, 2018 At Hearing, Murray Opposes President Trump's Proposal to Let Insurance Companies Ignore Pre-existing Condition Protections, Award Bigger Executive Bonuses Sen.Patty Murray
July 31, 2018 Ranking Member Smith Secures Critical Nuclear Safety and Whistleblower Protection Provisions in National Defense Authorization Act Rep.Adam Smith
July 31, 2018 Smith Leads Colleagues in Passing Yemen Reforms Rep.Adam Smith, ...
July 31, 2018 Hearing of the Senate Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions Committee - Opening Statement of Sen. Murray, Hearing on High Health Care Costs Sen.Patty Murray
July 31, 2018 Letter to the Hon. Alex Azar, Secretary of Health and Human Services - Senators Murray, Cantwell Slam Trump-Pence Administration's Proposed Damaging Changes to Title X Family Planning Program, Call for Reversal Sen.Patty Murray, ...
July 31, 2018 Tweet - "Defrauded students in WA & across the nation shouldn't be saddled with unmanageable debt after being cheated by predatory for-profit colleges & corporations--Secretary DeVos must reverse course on this shameful new rule." Sen.Patty Murray
July 31, 2018 Senator Murray Cosponsors New Legislation to Block Efforts to Make Blueprints for 3D Guns Publicly Accessible Sen.Patty Murray
July 31, 2018 Tweet - "If Mexico was supposed to pay for President Trump's awful and wasteful border wall, why is he threatening to shut down our government if American taxpayers don't foot the bill?" Sen.Patty Murray
July 31, 2018 Strengthening Career and Technical Education for the 21st Century Act Sen.Patty Murray
July 31, 2018 Tweet - "Civil rights, including the rights of people with disabilities, are on the line with the nomination of Judge Kavanaugh. We have to keep making our voices heard and do everything we can to oppose this nomination." Sen.Patty Murray
July 31, 2018 Tweet - "I'm about to discuss the importance of maintaining safe, high quality care for patients as we look for ways to reduce administrative costs, and explain why President Trump's health care sabotage is taking us in the wrong direction." Sen.Patty Murray
July 31, 2018 Tweet - "We have plenty of opportunities to help bring down health care costs by reducing complexity and administrative costs, but this cannot come at the expense of patients, their safety, or their health." Sen.Patty Murray
July 31, 2018 Tweet - "President Trump wants to expand junk plans that spend half their revenue on administrative waste. He wants to make it easier for insurers to discriminate against people with pre-existing conditions, and then reward themselves for it with executive bonuses." Sen.Patty Murray
July 31, 2018 Tweet - "A decision to shut down the government over President Trump's costly border wall would be a choice made by Republicans--the Party that controls the Senate, House, & White House." Sen.Patty Murray
July 30, 2018 Letter to the Honorable Alex M. Azar II, Secretary for the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services - Senators Concerned About Validity of Information from Trump Administration, Question Criteria for Deeming Separated Families "Ineligible for Reunification" Sen.Patty Murray, ...
July 30, 2018 Letter to the Hon. Mike Pompeo, Secretary of State and Ambassador John Bolton, Assistant to the President for National Security Affairs - House Democrats Call on Trump Administration to Address Growing Humanitarian Crisis in Gaza Rep.Adam Smith, ...
July 30, 2018 Tweet - "The overwhelming majority of Americans have made it clear they want more common sense gun safety reforms to keep their families safe, not fewer--& the Trump Administration's decision to allow 3-D printing for guns is a direct rebuke to their wishes, & the health & safety of ppl." Sen.Patty Murray
July 30, 2018 Tweet - "So glad to see Washington state leading the way. I'm joining @AGOWA in calling for action to address this issue before it's too late." Sen.Patty Murray
July 30, 2018 Tweet - "With this new rule, Secretary DeVos is sending a clear sign to students that they cannot rely on her to stand up for them--& that predatory for-profit colleges & corporations will continue to get a free pass." Sen.Patty Murray
July 30, 2018 Tweet - "At a time when we are seeing community after community, and family after family being devastated by gun violence, it's unconscionable that the Trump administration would simply shrug off this potential threat." Sen.Patty Murray
July 29, 2018 Tweet - "I joined my Democratic colleagues in giving a voice to the 54 migrant parents who wrote an open letter, pleading with anyone to help them reunite with their children. Families belong together." Sen.Patty Murray
July 29, 2018 Tweet - "As long as there are migrant kids in our government's care still needlessly separated from their parents, it is a moral stain on our nation that cannot stand. We will not stop holding President Trump accountable until he completely reverses the reckless damage he has caused." Sen.Patty Murray
July 29, 2018 Tweet - "Thousands of families have been reunited, but hundreds of migrant kids are still needlessly separated from their parents. None of this had to happen, & we will keep raising our voices until President Trump resolves this disgrace." Sen.Patty Murray
July 29, 2018 Tweet - "A President who, far beyond any modern President, has championed the anti-choice cause, has found exactly what he is looking for in Judge Kavanaugh: a fifth vote to overturn Roe v. Wade." Sen.Patty Murray
July 29, 2018 Tweet - "When survivors of sexual assault seek care they should be offered the best information, services, and support available. That's why I'm working to pass SASCA to help develop standards of health care & training in hospitals & medical settings nationwide." Sen.Patty Murray
July 28, 2018 Tweet - "Judge Kavanaugh would be a reliable vote on the Supreme Court to roll back the progress we've made to protect our vital air, water, natural resources, & so much more. We must raise our voices like never before against President Trump's extreme nominee." Sen.Patty Murray
July 28, 2018 Tweet - "The $12B…offered on Tuesday to the nation's farmers to ease the financial pain of the trade war isn't a long-term solution. It's a catalyst for bigger problems" President Trump should heed this call to reverse course from growers in WA & nationwide" Sen.Patty Murray
July 28, 2018 Tweet - "We came to this country to save our lives and the lives of our children. We were not prepared for the nightmare that we faced here. The United States government kidnapped our children with tricks and didn't give us the opportunity to say goodbye." Sen.Patty Murray
July 28, 2018 Tweet - "President Trump can never undo the trauma caused by his reckless 'zero-tolerance' family separation policy. But we can make sure it never happens again. I'm urging Republican leaders to come back to the table & work w Democrats to finally fix our broken immigration system." Sen.Patty Murray
July 28, 2018 Tweet - "There are decades between my college friend's story and the stories of these three women. Decades--and the historic ruling in Roe v. Wade that affirmed that our Constitution protects a woman's right to control her own health care decisions." Sen.Patty Murray
July 28, 2018 Tweet - "I introduced the Survivor's Access to Supportive Care Act because when it comes to helping survivors of rape and sexual assault, there shouldn't be any barriers in the way to get justice or care." Sen.Patty Murray
July 27, 2018 Murray Statement on DeVos Rule to Cut Billions of Debt Relief from Cheated Students: "A Clear Sign That Students Cannot Rely On Secretary DeVos" Sen.Patty Murray
July 27, 2018 Letter to the Hon. L. Francis Cissna, Director of US Citizenship and Immigration Services - Designate TPS for Guatemala and Nicaragua Rep.Pramila Jayapal, ...
July 27, 2018 Letter to the Hon. Jeff Sessions, Attorney General and the Hon. Alex Azar, Secretary of Health and Human Services - Klobuchar Urges Departments of Justice, Health and Human Services to Support Victims of Domestic Abuse in the Digital Age Sen.Patty Murray, ...
July 27, 2018 Tester Leads 26 Senators to Hold Washington Accountable and Increase Transparency in Elections Sen.Patty Murray, ...
July 27, 2018 Letter to Jeffrey Bezos, Chairman, President and CEO of Amazon.com, Inc. - Garrett Crosses Party Lines To Express Concern Over "Amazon Rekognition" Rep.Pramila Jayapal, ...
July 27, 2018 Letter to David J. Apol, Acting Director of Office of Government Ethics - Ethics Investigation into EPA Chief over Meetings with Former Lobbying Clients Rep.Pramila Jayapal, ...
July 27, 2018 Tweet - "Dozens of migrant parents separated from their children wrote an open letter to the US public, hoping someone, anyone, could help them reunite with their children. Here is their letter." Sen.Patty Murray
July 27, 2018 Tweet - "It is unacceptable that someone would go to seek care --& justice -- for sexual assault and be told "not here' or "try next door.' The Survivors' Access to Supportive Care Act (SASCA), would help us make sure that no longer happens to survivors seeking help." Sen.Patty Murray
July 27, 2018 Kilmer, Cantwell Permanently Repeal Per Diem Rules that Nickle and-Dime Shipyard Workers, DOD Civilians Nationwide Sen.Maria Cantwell, ...
July 27, 2018 Tweet - "I have shared my story with my children, and hope that should my daughter ever find herself in a position similar to mine, she will enjoy the same rights that were available to me." #WhatsAtStake" Sen.Patty Murray
July 26, 2018 Larsen Statement on Final Passage of National Defense Authorization Act Rep.Rick Larsen
July 26, 2018 Letter to Alex Azar, Secretary of Health and Human Services - U.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin Demands Transparency On Office Of Refugee Resettlement Funding Sen.Patty Murray, ...
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