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Oct. 20, 2022 Letter to Katherine Tai, United States Trade Representative - Grassley Warns USTR That Investigating Mexico's Seasonal Commodity Trade Practices Could Backfire Sen. Patty Murray, ...
Oct. 19, 2022 Tweet - "With wildfire smoke spreading across the Pacific Northwest, it's so important for us to try to limit our exposure. Click here to stay up-to-date on wildfire and smoke conditions near you: https://enviwa.ecology.wa.gov/home/text/421#Forecast" Sen. Patty Murray
Oct. 19, 2022 Letter to Joseph R. Biden, President of the United States, Merrick Garland, Attorney General of the United States, Steve Dettelback, Director of the ATF - Chairman Thompson, Reps. Cicilline and Espaillat Lead 135 Members on Ghost Gun Letter to POTUS, ATF, DOJ Rep. Adam Smith, ...
Oct. 19, 2022 Tweet - "Fighting the climate crisis has long been one of my top priorities in Congress--just like it is for the people of Washington state. With the Inflation Reduction Act, we're delivering bold action that will help lower our nation's carbon emissions by 40%." Sen. Patty Murray
Oct. 19, 2022 Tweet - "Every single student deserves a quality education--that's the bottom line. Whether it's getting more resources to K-12 schools across WA state, increasing the Pell Grant, or improving our broken student loan system, I have fought to support our students at every step." Sen. Patty Murray
Oct. 18, 2022 Tweet - "When I talk to families across Washington state, I hear constantly about how hard it is to find and afford child care. The child care crisis isn't just hurting families--it's straining our economy too. I'll keep fighting to make child care affordable and get families relief." Sen. Patty Murray
Oct. 18, 2022 Tweet - "We've got to do everything we can to protect the right to abortion. Let's get 2 more pro-choice Democrats in the Senate and make it happen." Sen. Patty Murray
Oct. 18, 2022 Newhouse Introduces Legislation to Improve Forest Management Rep. Dan Newhouse, ...
Oct. 18, 2022 Tweet - "People in Washington state overwhelmingly support protecting the right to abortion. Republicans don't care. Their national abortion ban would ban it in all 50 states--including ours. Not on my watch." Sen. Patty Murray
Oct. 17, 2022 Tweet - "My top priority in Congress has been lowering costs for families back home in Washington state. Whether it's health care, energy prices, or housing, the actions Democrats have taken will help keep more money in people's pockets--and we're not done yet." Sen. Patty Murray
Oct. 17, 2022 Letter to Joseph R. Biden, President of the United States - Scalise, House Republicans: 'Biden Must Unleash American Energy Now' Rep. Dan Newhouse, ...
Oct. 16, 2022 Tweet - "The beta application for up to $20,000 in student debt relief is now live! The beta application is open periodically. If the site is down for a planned pause, try again later. If you submit an application, you won't need to reapply. Apply here: http://studentaid.gov/debt-relief/application" Sen. Patty Murray
Oct. 16, 2022 Tweet - "Every single woman should be able to make her own health care decisions about abortion. That's the bottom line. That's what I'm fighting for." Sen. Patty Murray
Oct. 15, 2022 Tweet - "Abortion is essential health care. Any Republican working to ban abortion is sending a clear message that they care more about controlling women's bodies than getting women the health care they need." Sen. Patty Murray
Oct. 14, 2022 Letter to Xavier Becerra, Secretary of Health and Human Services - Shaheen, Bipartisan Group of Senators Urge Release of LIHEAP Home Heating Aid Sen. Patty Murray, ...
Oct. 14, 2022 Tweet - "Last week, I visited Bellingham to tour a new affordable housing development for families with children that I helped secure funds for. Getting federal resources back to Washington state is just one of the many ways I'm working to lower our state's housing costs." Sen. Patty Murray
Oct. 14, 2022 Tweet - "Lower energy costs for WA state families More clean, renewable energy sources New good-paying jobs across WA state That's the Inflation Reduction Act at work." Sen. Patty Murray
Oct. 14, 2022 Tweet - "No one should ever be on the hook for repaying an abusive partner's student loan debt. This law is finally going to let borrowers who have joint loans with former partners split them and move forward independently." Sen. Patty Murray
Oct. 13, 2022 Following Push from Senator Murray, VA Expands Benefits for Same-Sex Spouses Sen. Patty Murray
Oct. 13, 2022 Senator Murray Encourages WA Public Servants to Seek Student Debt Relief Under PSLF Waiver, Reiterates Call to Extend October Deadline Sen. Patty Murray
Oct. 13, 2022 Tweet - "The botched rollout of VA's electronic health record system has hurt veterans & undermined VA providers & staff in WA state. I've made clear I don't want to see it move ahead until it's fully fixed. I'm glad VA is further delaying the rollout--& I'll keep pushing for solutions." Sen. Patty Murray
Oct. 13, 2022 Following Senator Murray's Push, VA Announces Delayed Implementation of Electronic Health Records in Western Washington Sen. Patty Murray
Oct. 13, 2022 Cantwell Statement on Social Security Rate Increase Sen. Maria Cantwell
Oct. 13, 2022 Tweet - "Same-sex couples should get the same benefits from VA that other veterans get. For too long that wasn't the case, so I led my colleagues in urging @DeptVetAffairs to fix that. Glad to see them take steps to right that wrong and do just that today." Sen. Patty Murray
Oct. 12, 2022 Tweet - "Workers are at the center of Washington state's economy. And whether it's repairing our country's infrastructure, manufacturing semiconductor chips, or building a clean energy economy, Democrats have passed legislation to help create good-paying jobs for workers across our state." Sen. Patty Murray
Oct. 12, 2022 Smith Welcomes Biden Administration's National Security Strategy Rep. Adam Smith
Oct. 11, 2022 Tweet - "Fixing the "family glitch" is going to help so many families across Washington state save hundreds of dollars a month on their health care coverage. This is another big win for WA state families!" Sen. Patty Murray
Oct. 11, 2022 Senator Murray Secures Major Federal Funding to Clear Supply Chain Blockages and Cut Emissions at the Port of Vancouver Sen. Patty Murray
Oct. 10, 2022 Senator Murray Statement on Indigenous Peoples' Day Sen. Patty Murray
Oct. 10, 2022 Tweet - "Native peoples and their history, culture, and future are so important to Washington state. On #IndigenousPeoplesDay, let's celebrate and continue working to support Tribal communities--and also acknowledge the painful history they have faced." Sen. Patty Murray
Oct. 9, 2022 Senator Murray Hosts First Lady and VA Secretary in Seattle to Celebrate Veteran Families and Caregivers Sen. Patty Murray
Oct. 9, 2022 Tweet - "If a woman decides getting an abortion is the best thing for her--for her family, her future, her health--she should be able to get one. Extreme Republicans simply shouldn't be able to control women's bodies or overrule their personal medical decisions." Sen. Patty Murray
Oct. 8, 2022 Tweet - "Supporting our military families isn't just a national obligation to me--it's a personal one. My dad was a veteran who served in WWII. When he got sick, VA made sure he got the care he needed. That's how it should be, and I'll keep working to make sure that's what VA delivers." Sen. Patty Murray
Oct. 7, 2022 Senator Murray Touts Salmon Recovery and Culvert Replacement Efforts Alongside Secretary Buttigieg, WA Congressional Delegation Members Sen. Patty Murray
Oct. 7, 2022 Tweet - "Student loan debt forgiveness is going to make a tremendous difference in the lives of so many people in Washington state. While Republicans focus on cutting taxes for the rich and big corporations, Democrats are focused on helping working people." Sen. Patty Murray
Oct. 7, 2022 Tweet - "Republicans have made clear their end game is a national abortion ban that will ban it in all 50 states--including Washington state. As long as Republicans are coming for my constituents' rights, I'll keep fighting back." Sen. Patty Murray
Oct. 7, 2022 Murray Slams GOP Bill to Undo Drug Price Negotiation, Let Costs Continue to Skyrocket, and Protect Pharmaceutical Company Profits Sen. Patty Murray
Oct. 6, 2022 Senator Murray Statement on President Biden's Announcements on Cannabis Sen. Patty Murray
Oct. 6, 2022 Senators Murray and Cantwell and Rep. Schrier Host DOT Secretary Buttigieg for Apple Capital Loop Celebration in Wenatchee Sen. Patty Murray, ...
Oct. 6, 2022 Tweet - "This is a historic step that will change so many people's lives. No one should be in federal prison for simple marijuana possession, but we need to do more to catch federal laws up to Washington state's laws when it comes to legalizing cannabis. I'll keep pushing on this." Sen. Patty Murray
Oct. 6, 2022 Tweet - "Salmon are a way of life in Washington state, and we've got to do everything we can to restore our struggling wild salmon populations. I'm welcoming @SecretaryPete to WA state today to discuss what we're doing to make sure this is a federal priority." Sen. Patty Murray
Oct. 6, 2022 Smith Praises U.S. Support for Ukraine, Highlights Ukraine's Battlefield Success Rep. Adam Smith
Oct. 6, 2022 Letter to Lina Khan, Chair of the Federal Trade Commission - Hyde-smith, Colleagues Urge Ftc to Complete Investigation of Pharmacy Benefits Managers Sen. Maria Cantwell, ...
Oct. 6, 2022 Letter to Shalanda Young, Director of the Office of Budget and Management - Senator Baldwin Leads 117 Members of Congress in Asking the Biden Administration to Request Budget Funding that Adequately Reflects the President's Priority to Advance LGBTQI+ Rights Around the World Rep. Pramila Jayapal, ...
Oct. 5, 2022 Tweet - "No matter your circumstances, no matter where you live, no matter how much money you make--extreme Republicans shouldn't be able to make your health decisions about abortion for you. That's the America I'm fighting for." Sen. Patty Murray
Oct. 5, 2022 Letter to Deb Haaland, Secretary of the Interior - Daines Renews Call for Details of Biden's Vague 30×30 Initiative Rep. Dan Newhouse, ...
Oct. 5, 2022 Jayapal Statement on Fifth Circuit Decision Leaving DACA Program Intact Rep. Pramila Jayapal
Oct. 4, 2022 Tweet - "Building new housing units in Washington state will help more people keep a roof over their head and bring down housing costs for everyone. As our state keeps growing, I'll keep pushing for a major federal investment to build more housing." Sen. Patty Murray
Oct. 4, 2022 DelBene Announces National Landslide Strategy Resulting from Her Law Rep. Suzan DelBene
Oct. 4, 2022 Letter to Hon. Gina M. Raimondo, Secretary of Commerce - Baldwin, Colleagues to Commerce Department: Prevent Stock Buybacks by Corporations That Receive CHIPS Act Funds Rep. Pramila Jayapal, ...
Date Title Politician
Oct. 20, 2022 Letter to Katherine Tai, United States Trade Representative - Grassley Warns USTR That Investigating Mexico's Seasonal Commodity Trade Practices Could Backfire Sen.Patty Murray, ...
Oct. 19, 2022 Tweet - "With wildfire smoke spreading across the Pacific Northwest, it's so important for us to try to limit our exposure. Click here to stay up-to-date on wildfire and smoke conditions near you: https://enviwa.ecology.wa.gov/home/text/421#Forecast" Sen.Patty Murray
Oct. 19, 2022 Letter to Joseph R. Biden, President of the United States, Merrick Garland, Attorney General of the United States, Steve Dettelback, Director of the ATF - Chairman Thompson, Reps. Cicilline and Espaillat Lead 135 Members on Ghost Gun Letter to POTUS, ATF, DOJ Rep.Adam Smith, ...
Oct. 19, 2022 Tweet - "Fighting the climate crisis has long been one of my top priorities in Congress--just like it is for the people of Washington state. With the Inflation Reduction Act, we're delivering bold action that will help lower our nation's carbon emissions by 40%." Sen.Patty Murray
Oct. 19, 2022 Tweet - "Every single student deserves a quality education--that's the bottom line. Whether it's getting more resources to K-12 schools across WA state, increasing the Pell Grant, or improving our broken student loan system, I have fought to support our students at every step." Sen.Patty Murray
Oct. 18, 2022 Tweet - "When I talk to families across Washington state, I hear constantly about how hard it is to find and afford child care. The child care crisis isn't just hurting families--it's straining our economy too. I'll keep fighting to make child care affordable and get families relief." Sen.Patty Murray
Oct. 18, 2022 Tweet - "We've got to do everything we can to protect the right to abortion. Let's get 2 more pro-choice Democrats in the Senate and make it happen." Sen.Patty Murray
Oct. 18, 2022 Newhouse Introduces Legislation to Improve Forest Management Rep.Dan Newhouse, ...
Oct. 18, 2022 Tweet - "People in Washington state overwhelmingly support protecting the right to abortion. Republicans don't care. Their national abortion ban would ban it in all 50 states--including ours. Not on my watch." Sen.Patty Murray
Oct. 17, 2022 Tweet - "My top priority in Congress has been lowering costs for families back home in Washington state. Whether it's health care, energy prices, or housing, the actions Democrats have taken will help keep more money in people's pockets--and we're not done yet." Sen.Patty Murray
Oct. 17, 2022 Letter to Joseph R. Biden, President of the United States - Scalise, House Republicans: 'Biden Must Unleash American Energy Now' Rep.Dan Newhouse, ...
Oct. 16, 2022 Tweet - "The beta application for up to $20,000 in student debt relief is now live! The beta application is open periodically. If the site is down for a planned pause, try again later. If you submit an application, you won't need to reapply. Apply here: http://studentaid.gov/debt-relief/application" Sen.Patty Murray
Oct. 16, 2022 Tweet - "Every single woman should be able to make her own health care decisions about abortion. That's the bottom line. That's what I'm fighting for." Sen.Patty Murray
Oct. 15, 2022 Tweet - "Abortion is essential health care. Any Republican working to ban abortion is sending a clear message that they care more about controlling women's bodies than getting women the health care they need." Sen.Patty Murray
Oct. 14, 2022 Letter to Xavier Becerra, Secretary of Health and Human Services - Shaheen, Bipartisan Group of Senators Urge Release of LIHEAP Home Heating Aid Sen.Patty Murray, ...
Oct. 14, 2022 Tweet - "Last week, I visited Bellingham to tour a new affordable housing development for families with children that I helped secure funds for. Getting federal resources back to Washington state is just one of the many ways I'm working to lower our state's housing costs." Sen.Patty Murray
Oct. 14, 2022 Tweet - "Lower energy costs for WA state families More clean, renewable energy sources New good-paying jobs across WA state That's the Inflation Reduction Act at work." Sen.Patty Murray
Oct. 14, 2022 Tweet - "No one should ever be on the hook for repaying an abusive partner's student loan debt. This law is finally going to let borrowers who have joint loans with former partners split them and move forward independently." Sen.Patty Murray
Oct. 13, 2022 Following Push from Senator Murray, VA Expands Benefits for Same-Sex Spouses Sen.Patty Murray
Oct. 13, 2022 Senator Murray Encourages WA Public Servants to Seek Student Debt Relief Under PSLF Waiver, Reiterates Call to Extend October Deadline Sen.Patty Murray
Oct. 13, 2022 Tweet - "The botched rollout of VA's electronic health record system has hurt veterans & undermined VA providers & staff in WA state. I've made clear I don't want to see it move ahead until it's fully fixed. I'm glad VA is further delaying the rollout--& I'll keep pushing for solutions." Sen.Patty Murray
Oct. 13, 2022 Following Senator Murray's Push, VA Announces Delayed Implementation of Electronic Health Records in Western Washington Sen.Patty Murray
Oct. 13, 2022 Cantwell Statement on Social Security Rate Increase Sen.Maria Cantwell
Oct. 13, 2022 Tweet - "Same-sex couples should get the same benefits from VA that other veterans get. For too long that wasn't the case, so I led my colleagues in urging @DeptVetAffairs to fix that. Glad to see them take steps to right that wrong and do just that today." Sen.Patty Murray
Oct. 12, 2022 Tweet - "Workers are at the center of Washington state's economy. And whether it's repairing our country's infrastructure, manufacturing semiconductor chips, or building a clean energy economy, Democrats have passed legislation to help create good-paying jobs for workers across our state." Sen.Patty Murray
Oct. 12, 2022 Smith Welcomes Biden Administration's National Security Strategy Rep.Adam Smith
Oct. 11, 2022 Tweet - "Fixing the "family glitch" is going to help so many families across Washington state save hundreds of dollars a month on their health care coverage. This is another big win for WA state families!" Sen.Patty Murray
Oct. 11, 2022 Senator Murray Secures Major Federal Funding to Clear Supply Chain Blockages and Cut Emissions at the Port of Vancouver Sen.Patty Murray
Oct. 10, 2022 Senator Murray Statement on Indigenous Peoples' Day Sen.Patty Murray
Oct. 10, 2022 Tweet - "Native peoples and their history, culture, and future are so important to Washington state. On #IndigenousPeoplesDay, let's celebrate and continue working to support Tribal communities--and also acknowledge the painful history they have faced." Sen.Patty Murray
Oct. 9, 2022 Senator Murray Hosts First Lady and VA Secretary in Seattle to Celebrate Veteran Families and Caregivers Sen.Patty Murray
Oct. 9, 2022 Tweet - "If a woman decides getting an abortion is the best thing for her--for her family, her future, her health--she should be able to get one. Extreme Republicans simply shouldn't be able to control women's bodies or overrule their personal medical decisions." Sen.Patty Murray
Oct. 8, 2022 Tweet - "Supporting our military families isn't just a national obligation to me--it's a personal one. My dad was a veteran who served in WWII. When he got sick, VA made sure he got the care he needed. That's how it should be, and I'll keep working to make sure that's what VA delivers." Sen.Patty Murray
Oct. 7, 2022 Senator Murray Touts Salmon Recovery and Culvert Replacement Efforts Alongside Secretary Buttigieg, WA Congressional Delegation Members Sen.Patty Murray
Oct. 7, 2022 Tweet - "Student loan debt forgiveness is going to make a tremendous difference in the lives of so many people in Washington state. While Republicans focus on cutting taxes for the rich and big corporations, Democrats are focused on helping working people." Sen.Patty Murray
Oct. 7, 2022 Tweet - "Republicans have made clear their end game is a national abortion ban that will ban it in all 50 states--including Washington state. As long as Republicans are coming for my constituents' rights, I'll keep fighting back." Sen.Patty Murray
Oct. 7, 2022 Murray Slams GOP Bill to Undo Drug Price Negotiation, Let Costs Continue to Skyrocket, and Protect Pharmaceutical Company Profits Sen.Patty Murray
Oct. 6, 2022 Senator Murray Statement on President Biden's Announcements on Cannabis Sen.Patty Murray
Oct. 6, 2022 Senators Murray and Cantwell and Rep. Schrier Host DOT Secretary Buttigieg for Apple Capital Loop Celebration in Wenatchee Sen.Patty Murray, ...
Oct. 6, 2022 Tweet - "This is a historic step that will change so many people's lives. No one should be in federal prison for simple marijuana possession, but we need to do more to catch federal laws up to Washington state's laws when it comes to legalizing cannabis. I'll keep pushing on this." Sen.Patty Murray
Oct. 6, 2022 Tweet - "Salmon are a way of life in Washington state, and we've got to do everything we can to restore our struggling wild salmon populations. I'm welcoming @SecretaryPete to WA state today to discuss what we're doing to make sure this is a federal priority." Sen.Patty Murray
Oct. 6, 2022 Smith Praises U.S. Support for Ukraine, Highlights Ukraine's Battlefield Success Rep.Adam Smith
Oct. 6, 2022 Letter to Lina Khan, Chair of the Federal Trade Commission - Hyde-smith, Colleagues Urge Ftc to Complete Investigation of Pharmacy Benefits Managers Sen.Maria Cantwell, ...
Oct. 6, 2022 Letter to Shalanda Young, Director of the Office of Budget and Management - Senator Baldwin Leads 117 Members of Congress in Asking the Biden Administration to Request Budget Funding that Adequately Reflects the President's Priority to Advance LGBTQI+ Rights Around the World Rep.Pramila Jayapal, ...
Oct. 5, 2022 Tweet - "No matter your circumstances, no matter where you live, no matter how much money you make--extreme Republicans shouldn't be able to make your health decisions about abortion for you. That's the America I'm fighting for." Sen.Patty Murray
Oct. 5, 2022 Letter to Deb Haaland, Secretary of the Interior - Daines Renews Call for Details of Biden's Vague 30×30 Initiative Rep.Dan Newhouse, ...
Oct. 5, 2022 Jayapal Statement on Fifth Circuit Decision Leaving DACA Program Intact Rep.Pramila Jayapal
Oct. 4, 2022 Tweet - "Building new housing units in Washington state will help more people keep a roof over their head and bring down housing costs for everyone. As our state keeps growing, I'll keep pushing for a major federal investment to build more housing." Sen.Patty Murray
Oct. 4, 2022 DelBene Announces National Landslide Strategy Resulting from Her Law Rep.Suzan DelBene
Oct. 4, 2022 Letter to Hon. Gina M. Raimondo, Secretary of Commerce - Baldwin, Colleagues to Commerce Department: Prevent Stock Buybacks by Corporations That Receive CHIPS Act Funds Rep.Pramila Jayapal, ...
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