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Jan. 20, 2022 Senator Murray Discusses Need to Protect Abortion Rights Ahead of Roe v. Wade Anniversary With Spokane Providers, Patients, and Advocates Sen. Patty Murray
Jan. 20, 2022 Tweet - "142 days. It's been 142 days since Texans have had their right to an abortion violated and haven't been able to make their own decisions about their bodies, families, and futures. This isn't just unacceptable--it's unconstitutional." Sen. Patty Murray
Jan. 20, 2022 Letter to Lloyd Austin III, Secretary of Defense - Democratic Women's Caucus and Pro-Choice Caucus Lead Call for Defense Secretary to Waive Contraception Copays for Servicemembers and Military Families Rep. Rick Larsen, ...
Jan. 20, 2022 Improving Merrill and Ring Creek Bridge Rep. Rick Larsen
Jan. 20, 2022 -9999 Sen. Patty Murray
Jan. 20, 2022 Tweet - "The climate crisis is well underway in Washington state and across the country--you can see it, feel it, and we are all experiencing it. It's clear we can't delay taking action to protect our planet and I will keep fighting to make sure we do." Sen. Patty Murray
Jan. 19, 2022 Tweet - "The question before every Senator tonight was whether democracy should come before Senate procedure. I voted to protect the right to vote over protecting the filibuster. I'm as frustrated as anyone about this outcome because of what's at stake, but I promise to keep fighting." Sen. Patty Murray
Jan. 19, 2022 Letter to Doug Phelps, President and Executive Director of The Public Interest Network- Levin Presses The Public Interest Network for Good-Faith Engagement in Unionization Process Rep. Pramila Jayapal, ...
Jan. 19, 2022 Letter to Hon. Michael Regan, Administrator EPA - Senators Cantwell and Murray, Reps. Smith and Jayapal Urge EPA to Increase Community Engagement on the East Waterway Cleanup Sen. Patty Murray, ...
Jan. 19, 2022 Senator Cantwell Applauds Agreement to Protect the Upper Skagit River from Mining Threat Sen. Maria Cantwell
Jan. 19, 2022 Tweet - "The Omicron variant is driving a COVID-19 surge in WA state--& it's putting a strain on our hospitals &health care professionals. I'm pushing the Admin to make sure hospitals get support--& am working on legislation to help bolster our health care workforce" Sen. Patty Murray
Jan. 19, 2022 Tweet - "Republican-led legislatures are making it harder to vote for certain groups of people. This is a national, coordinated effort to keep Republicans in power at every level of government by keeping Americans from the ballot box. This is undemocratic, and a threat to democracy." Sen. Patty Murray
Jan. 19, 2022 Senator Murray Statement on Voting Rights Sen. Patty Murray
Jan. 19, 2022 Tweet - "Live on the Senate floor, I'm talking about our democracy, how it works, and why we urgently need to protect the right to vote." Sen. Patty Murray
Jan. 19, 2022 Senator Murray Applauds Nomination of Civil Rights Lawyer Tiffany M. Cartwright to Federal Bench in Washington State Sen. Patty Murray
Jan. 19, 2022 Tweet - "If it's the filibuster or democracy, I'll choose our democracy. We absolutely need to pass voting rights protections in the Senate--and we need to restore the Senate so that it is accountable to the people it represents." Sen. Patty Murray
Jan. 19, 2022 Tweet - "Everyone--no matter where you live or how much money you make--deserves access to abortion without barriers or political roadblocks. That's what #RoeVWade helps protect and it's what is at stake right now at the Supreme Court & in states across the country." Sen. Patty Murray
Jan. 19, 2022 Tweet - "History is sitting on our shoulders right now. The American people are looking to us for a way to move forward & protect the right to vote--& this is it. And all that's standing in our way is Senate procedure--Senate procedure that a majority of us voted to change just last month." Sen. Patty Murray
Jan. 18, 2022 Tweet - "I'm fighting hard for a future where everyone can make their own decisions about pregnancy and parenting, and have control of their own bodies, lives, and future--free from political interference. That starts with passing the Women's Health Protection Act." Sen. Patty Murray
Jan. 18, 2022 Tweet - "Too many child care workers are underpaid and undervalued, often earning poverty wages--and Black women and women of color make up about 40% of these workers. Child care workers should be paid a living wage." Sen. Patty Murray
Jan. 18, 2022 Letter to Tom Vilsack, Secretary of the Department of Agriculture - Mullin Leads Letter Urging USDA to Increase Number of Meat Inspectors, Offers Long-Term Solution to Biden Administration's Meat Pricing Plan Rep. Dan Newhouse, ...
Jan. 18, 2022 H.R. 5746 Sen. Maria Cantwell
Jan. 18, 2022 H.R. 5746 Sen. Maria Cantwell
Jan. 18, 2022 Tweet - "I'm going to sign onto Senator @ossoff 's bill to ban members of Congress from trading stocks while in office. This is a common sense step to provide much needed transparency." Sen. Patty Murray
Jan. 18, 2022 H.R. 5746 Sen. Maria Cantwell
Jan. 18, 2022 Cantwell Defends Voting Rights on the Senate Floor, Highlights Success of Washington State Vote-By-Mail, Business Leader Support Sen. Maria Cantwell
Jan. 18, 2022 Tweet - "So many small businesses have struggled during this pandemic--and it's not over yet. That's why I'm working to get small businesses in WA state and across the country additional federal support so they can keep their doors open and employees safe & healthy." Sen. Patty Murray
Jan. 18, 2022 Letter to Hon. Pete Buttigieg, Secretary Dept. of Transportation; Hon. Gina Raimondo, Secretary of Dept. of Commerce; Hon. Brian Deese, Director of the National Economic Council; Hon. Mitch Landrieu - Rep. Krishnamoorthi Leads 20 Members Of Congress In Letter On Using Infrastructure Bill To Resolve Supply Chain Issues Rep. Kim Schrier, ...
Jan. 17, 2022 Tweet - "There's a national shortage of blood. If you're healthy and eligible, please consider donating blood at a local @RedCross center near you." Sen. Patty Murray
Jan. 17, 2022 Senator Murray Statement on Martin Luther King Jr. Day Sen. Patty Murray
Jan. 17, 2022 Tweet - "Last year, we all saw the extreme weather events that hit Washington state and the entire country. The climate crisis is only going to make them worse. The longer we delay bold climate action, the less time we have to tackle this crisis head-on." Sen. Patty Murray
Jan. 17, 2022 Tweet - "Today we remember Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. and his continued fight for justice. If we're serious about honoring Dr. King's legacy, let's do so by passing strong federal voting rights legislation to protect every American's right to be heard in our democracy. #MLKDay" Sen. Patty Murray
Jan. 16, 2022 Tweet - "Insulin is a lifesaving, necessary drug for so many people. It's outrageous that it costs so much some patients ration it. #BuildBackBetter would cap the cost of insulin at $35/month for millions of people--& it's one of the many reasons why we need to pass it soon." Sen. Patty Murray
Jan. 16, 2022 Tweet - "As of yesterday, private health insurers must cover up to 8 free at-home COVID-19 tests per person, per month. Click the link below to learn more about how this program works and where to get tests." Sen. Patty Murray
Jan. 16, 2022 Tweet - "We have to make sure the right to vote is never taken away, and that the voices of the American people are never taken away." Sen. Patty Murray
Jan. 16, 2022 Tweet - "Extreme Republicans shouldn't be involved in anyone's personal decisions about pregnancy and parenting. Period." Sen. Patty Murray
Jan. 15, 2022 Wicker, Merkley, Colleagues Seek to Lower Tax Burden for Public Service Nurses Sen. Patty Murray, ...
Jan. 15, 2022 Tweet - "Our country needs more nurses. That's why @SenJeffMerkley and I introduced a bill to support our frontline health care workforce by putting more money in the pockets of people participating in a program that brings nursing professionals to underserved communities." Sen. Patty Murray
Jan. 15, 2022 Tweet - "Today is the LAST day to sign-up for health care coverage during @WAplanfinder 's open enrollment period. You don't want to miss this chance to #GetCovered. Click the link below for more information." Sen. Patty Murray
Jan. 15, 2022 Tweet - "The spike in COVID-19 cases has caused a critical blood shortage. If you're healthy and eligible, please consider donating blood through @BloodworksNW . Click the link below to learn more." Sen. Patty Murray
Jan. 14, 2022 Tweet - "The right to abortion. Easy-to-get, affordable birth control. All across the country, essential reproductive health care is under attack. I'm determined to act on the federal level to protect your ability to get the health care you want." Sen. Patty Murray
Jan. 14, 2022 Tweet - "It's unacceptable that over half of American families live in areas where they can't find affordable child care. My child care plan would help fix that." Sen. Patty Murray
Jan. 14, 2022 Tweet - "To be absolutely clear: we cannot let the filibuster stop us from ever debating voting rights or any other issue just one member might disagree with. We need to change Senate rules. #WeWantVotingRights" Sen. Patty Murray
Jan. 14, 2022 Tweet - "Anyone who drives in WA state knows how badly we've needed upgraded, more reliable bridges. Thanks to the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law, we're one step closer to that reality--our state was awarded millions of dollars to help repair our roads & bridges." Sen. Patty Murray
Jan. 14, 2022 Letter to Hon. Joseph Biden, President of the United Staes - Rep. Correa Fights for Health Care Workers Safety During Covid-19 Pandemic Rep. Pramila Jayapal, ...
Jan. 14, 2022 Senators Cantwell and Murray Announce More than $605 Million Investment to Help Repair Washington State Bridges Sen. Maria Cantwell
Jan. 14, 2022 Letter to Charles P. Rettig, Commissioner of the Internal Revenue Service - Congresswoman Stansbury Calls on IRS to Resolve Tax Return Backlog Rep. Pramila Jayapal, ...
Jan. 14, 2022 Letter Hon. Alexander Hoehn-Sairc, Chair US Consumer Product Safety Commission - Cantwell, Blumenthal Call for Consumer Product Safety Watchdog to Review Voluntary Safety Standards for Electric Space Heaters After Bronx Tragedy Sen. Maria Cantwell, ...
Jan. 14, 2022 Letter to Charles Rettig, Commissioner of the IRS -SWALWELL LEADS DEMOCRATS IN PUSHING FOR IRS TO RESOLVE TAX RETURN BACKLOG Rep. Kim Schrier, ...
Jan. 14, 2022 Tweet - "I spoke with Spokane renters & @SNAPSpokane about how the American Rescue Plan has been a lifeline for keeping a roof over people's heads." Sen. Patty Murray
Jan. 14, 2022 Senator Murray Statement on Nord Stream 2 Vote Sen. Patty Murray
Jan. 13, 2022 Tweet - "The workplace vaccine or test requirement is a commonsense step to protect workers & help stop the spread of COVID-19 in the workplace. It's absurd the SCOTUS decision failed to recognize the serious risk workers face." Sen. Patty Murray
Jan. 13, 2022 Tweet - "The time to #ActOnClimate is right now. RT if you agree." Sen. Patty Murray
Jan. 13, 2022 Tweet - "I made clear to the Biden Admin they need to do more to keep kids in school safely. Yesterday they announced additional steps: providing 10M free tests to K-12 schools per month & setting up surge testing sites. But I expect more details--& there's still more work left." Sen. Patty Murray
Jan. 13, 2022 Tweet - "You have just TWO days left to #GetCovered during @WAplanfinder 's open enrollment period for health care coverage. Click below to shop for plans and sign-up--the deadline to sign up is January 15. http://wahealthplanfinder.org" Sen. Patty Murray
Jan. 13, 2022 Letter to Hon. Katherine Tai, US Trade Representative, and Hon. Tom Vilsack, US Secretary of Agriculture - Rep. Mann Urges U.S. to Hold India Accountable on Trade Rep. Dan Newhouse, ...
Jan. 13, 2022 Letter to Hon. Katherine Tai, United States Trade Representative, Hon. Martin Walsh, Secretary of Labor, Hon. Alejandro Mayorkas, Secretary of Homeland Security - Chairman Blumenauer Leads Ways and Means Lawmakers in Urging Biden Administration to Address Reports of Forced Labor in Sugarcane Fields in the Dominican Republic Rep. Suzan DelBene, ...
Jan. 13, 2022 Cantwell on Alarming NOAA, NASA Climate Reports: "The Science is Undeniable" Sen. Maria Cantwell
Jan. 13, 2022 Cantwell Announces $2.3 Million Federal Grant for Broadband Infrastructure in Anacortes Sen. Maria Cantwell
Jan. 13, 2022 Senator Murray on SCOTUS Decision Blocking Enforcement of the OSHA Vaccine or Testing Workplace Safety Standard Sen. Patty Murray
Jan. 13, 2022 Wexton Introduces Bipartisan Bill to Support Virginia Agritourism Businesses Rep. Dan Newhouse, ...
Jan. 13, 2022 New Dem Climate Change Task Force Leaders Call for Swift Action to Tackle the Existential Climate Crisis by Negotiating a Strong Build Back Better Act Rep. Suzan DelBene, ...
Jan. 13, 2022 Letter to Hon. Xavier Becerra, Secretary of Health and Human Services, and Hon. Janet Woodcock, Acting Commissioner of the Food and Drug Administration - Senator Baldwin Calls on FDA to Change Discriminatory Blood Donation Policies to Address National Blood Supply Shortage Sen. Maria Cantwell, ...
Jan. 13, 2022 Tweet - "At a time when COVID-19 cases are skyrocketing due to the Omicron variant, people need free, accessible COVID-19 tests (including rapid tests). I'm going to keep pushing the Biden Administration until this issue is solved." Sen. Patty Murray
Jan. 13, 2022 Senator Murray Hears from Spokane Renters About How the American Rescue Plan is Lowering their Housing Costs, Announces Major Utility Assistance for Washington State Sen. Patty Murray
Jan. 12, 2022 Tweet - "I will keep fighting extreme Republican attacks on #RoeVWade because we should be a country where everyone can get the abortion care they want--regardless of who they are, where they live, how much money they make, or how they get their health care." Sen. Patty Murray
Jan. 12, 2022 Letter to Hon. Alejandro Mayorkas, Secretary of Homeland Security and Hon. Antony Blinken, Secretary of State - Gillibrand Joins Senate Dems Calling For TPS Designations For El Salvador, Guatemala, Honduras, Nicaragua Sen. Patty Murray, ...
Jan. 12, 2022 Tweet - "New guidance out from the Biden Admin shows insurers they need to do what they're supposed to when it comes to covering birth control without costs or harmful, unnecessary hoops. This is a good first step to help ensure patients can get the reproductive health care they want." Sen. Patty Murray
Jan. 12, 2022 Cantwell Applauds Confirmation of Gabriel Sanchez for the Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals Sen. Maria Cantwell
Jan. 12, 2022 Tweet - "RT if you agree that we need to fix our nation's child care crisis. I have a plan that will help make sure there are more affordable child care options out there for parents, and I'm going to keep working until it gets done." Sen. Patty Murray
Jan. 12, 2022 Letter to Hon. Antony Blinken, Secretary of State - Womack, House Republicans Urge Biden to Withdraw from Vienna Talks Rep. Dan Newhouse, ...
Jan. 12, 2022 As Threat of Russian Invasion of Ukraine Looms, Menendez Leads Senate Democrats in Introducing the Defending Ukraine Sovereignty Act of 2022 Sen. Patty Murray, ...
Jan. 12, 2022 Tweet - "Providing TPS for our neighbors in Central America will save lives and it's the right thing to do, but it will also help build stability in the region during an incredibly challenging time. I'm urging the administration to take action immediately." Sen. Patty Murray
Jan. 12, 2022 Tweet - "The Senate is broken. My colleagues know I am someone whose focus is always on getting things done for WA state & our country. But outdated, misused procedure is getting in the way of debate & legislation. With all our country faces right now, we've absolutely got to fix it." Sen. Patty Murray
Jan. 11, 2022 Tweet - "Protecting every citizen's right to have a voice in our democracy should be as noncontroversial as naming post offices. Yet Republicans blocked debate on legislation to protect voting rights. Our democracy is at stake--we can't let their obstruction stand in the way." Sen. Patty Murray
Date Title Politician
Jan. 20, 2022 Senator Murray Discusses Need to Protect Abortion Rights Ahead of Roe v. Wade Anniversary With Spokane Providers, Patients, and Advocates Sen.Patty Murray
Jan. 20, 2022 Tweet - "142 days. It's been 142 days since Texans have had their right to an abortion violated and haven't been able to make their own decisions about their bodies, families, and futures. This isn't just unacceptable--it's unconstitutional." Sen.Patty Murray
Jan. 20, 2022 Letter to Lloyd Austin III, Secretary of Defense - Democratic Women's Caucus and Pro-Choice Caucus Lead Call for Defense Secretary to Waive Contraception Copays for Servicemembers and Military Families Rep.Rick Larsen, ...
Jan. 20, 2022 Improving Merrill and Ring Creek Bridge Rep.Rick Larsen
Jan. 20, 2022 -9999 Sen.Patty Murray
Jan. 20, 2022 Tweet - "The climate crisis is well underway in Washington state and across the country--you can see it, feel it, and we are all experiencing it. It's clear we can't delay taking action to protect our planet and I will keep fighting to make sure we do." Sen.Patty Murray
Jan. 19, 2022 Tweet - "The question before every Senator tonight was whether democracy should come before Senate procedure. I voted to protect the right to vote over protecting the filibuster. I'm as frustrated as anyone about this outcome because of what's at stake, but I promise to keep fighting." Sen.Patty Murray
Jan. 19, 2022 Letter to Doug Phelps, President and Executive Director of The Public Interest Network- Levin Presses The Public Interest Network for Good-Faith Engagement in Unionization Process Rep.Pramila Jayapal, ...
Jan. 19, 2022 Letter to Hon. Michael Regan, Administrator EPA - Senators Cantwell and Murray, Reps. Smith and Jayapal Urge EPA to Increase Community Engagement on the East Waterway Cleanup Sen.Patty Murray, ...
Jan. 19, 2022 Senator Cantwell Applauds Agreement to Protect the Upper Skagit River from Mining Threat Sen.Maria Cantwell
Jan. 19, 2022 Tweet - "The Omicron variant is driving a COVID-19 surge in WA state--& it's putting a strain on our hospitals &health care professionals. I'm pushing the Admin to make sure hospitals get support--& am working on legislation to help bolster our health care workforce" Sen.Patty Murray
Jan. 19, 2022 Tweet - "Republican-led legislatures are making it harder to vote for certain groups of people. This is a national, coordinated effort to keep Republicans in power at every level of government by keeping Americans from the ballot box. This is undemocratic, and a threat to democracy." Sen.Patty Murray
Jan. 19, 2022 Senator Murray Statement on Voting Rights Sen.Patty Murray
Jan. 19, 2022 Tweet - "Live on the Senate floor, I'm talking about our democracy, how it works, and why we urgently need to protect the right to vote." Sen.Patty Murray
Jan. 19, 2022 Senator Murray Applauds Nomination of Civil Rights Lawyer Tiffany M. Cartwright to Federal Bench in Washington State Sen.Patty Murray
Jan. 19, 2022 Tweet - "If it's the filibuster or democracy, I'll choose our democracy. We absolutely need to pass voting rights protections in the Senate--and we need to restore the Senate so that it is accountable to the people it represents." Sen.Patty Murray
Jan. 19, 2022 Tweet - "Everyone--no matter where you live or how much money you make--deserves access to abortion without barriers or political roadblocks. That's what #RoeVWade helps protect and it's what is at stake right now at the Supreme Court & in states across the country." Sen.Patty Murray
Jan. 19, 2022 Tweet - "History is sitting on our shoulders right now. The American people are looking to us for a way to move forward & protect the right to vote--& this is it. And all that's standing in our way is Senate procedure--Senate procedure that a majority of us voted to change just last month." Sen.Patty Murray
Jan. 18, 2022 Tweet - "I'm fighting hard for a future where everyone can make their own decisions about pregnancy and parenting, and have control of their own bodies, lives, and future--free from political interference. That starts with passing the Women's Health Protection Act." Sen.Patty Murray
Jan. 18, 2022 Tweet - "Too many child care workers are underpaid and undervalued, often earning poverty wages--and Black women and women of color make up about 40% of these workers. Child care workers should be paid a living wage." Sen.Patty Murray
Jan. 18, 2022 Letter to Tom Vilsack, Secretary of the Department of Agriculture - Mullin Leads Letter Urging USDA to Increase Number of Meat Inspectors, Offers Long-Term Solution to Biden Administration's Meat Pricing Plan Rep.Dan Newhouse, ...
Jan. 18, 2022 H.R. 5746 Sen.Maria Cantwell
Jan. 18, 2022 H.R. 5746 Sen.Maria Cantwell
Jan. 18, 2022 Tweet - "I'm going to sign onto Senator @ossoff 's bill to ban members of Congress from trading stocks while in office. This is a common sense step to provide much needed transparency." Sen.Patty Murray
Jan. 18, 2022 H.R. 5746 Sen.Maria Cantwell
Jan. 18, 2022 Cantwell Defends Voting Rights on the Senate Floor, Highlights Success of Washington State Vote-By-Mail, Business Leader Support Sen.Maria Cantwell
Jan. 18, 2022 Tweet - "So many small businesses have struggled during this pandemic--and it's not over yet. That's why I'm working to get small businesses in WA state and across the country additional federal support so they can keep their doors open and employees safe & healthy." Sen.Patty Murray
Jan. 18, 2022 Letter to Hon. Pete Buttigieg, Secretary Dept. of Transportation; Hon. Gina Raimondo, Secretary of Dept. of Commerce; Hon. Brian Deese, Director of the National Economic Council; Hon. Mitch Landrieu - Rep. Krishnamoorthi Leads 20 Members Of Congress In Letter On Using Infrastructure Bill To Resolve Supply Chain Issues Rep.Kim Schrier, ...
Jan. 17, 2022 Tweet - "There's a national shortage of blood. If you're healthy and eligible, please consider donating blood at a local @RedCross center near you." Sen.Patty Murray
Jan. 17, 2022 Senator Murray Statement on Martin Luther King Jr. Day Sen.Patty Murray
Jan. 17, 2022 Tweet - "Last year, we all saw the extreme weather events that hit Washington state and the entire country. The climate crisis is only going to make them worse. The longer we delay bold climate action, the less time we have to tackle this crisis head-on." Sen.Patty Murray
Jan. 17, 2022 Tweet - "Today we remember Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. and his continued fight for justice. If we're serious about honoring Dr. King's legacy, let's do so by passing strong federal voting rights legislation to protect every American's right to be heard in our democracy. #MLKDay" Sen.Patty Murray
Jan. 16, 2022 Tweet - "Insulin is a lifesaving, necessary drug for so many people. It's outrageous that it costs so much some patients ration it. #BuildBackBetter would cap the cost of insulin at $35/month for millions of people--& it's one of the many reasons why we need to pass it soon." Sen.Patty Murray
Jan. 16, 2022 Tweet - "As of yesterday, private health insurers must cover up to 8 free at-home COVID-19 tests per person, per month. Click the link below to learn more about how this program works and where to get tests." Sen.Patty Murray
Jan. 16, 2022 Tweet - "We have to make sure the right to vote is never taken away, and that the voices of the American people are never taken away." Sen.Patty Murray
Jan. 16, 2022 Tweet - "Extreme Republicans shouldn't be involved in anyone's personal decisions about pregnancy and parenting. Period." Sen.Patty Murray
Jan. 15, 2022 Wicker, Merkley, Colleagues Seek to Lower Tax Burden for Public Service Nurses Sen.Patty Murray, ...
Jan. 15, 2022 Tweet - "Our country needs more nurses. That's why @SenJeffMerkley and I introduced a bill to support our frontline health care workforce by putting more money in the pockets of people participating in a program that brings nursing professionals to underserved communities." Sen.Patty Murray
Jan. 15, 2022 Tweet - "Today is the LAST day to sign-up for health care coverage during @WAplanfinder 's open enrollment period. You don't want to miss this chance to #GetCovered. Click the link below for more information." Sen.Patty Murray
Jan. 15, 2022 Tweet - "The spike in COVID-19 cases has caused a critical blood shortage. If you're healthy and eligible, please consider donating blood through @BloodworksNW . Click the link below to learn more." Sen.Patty Murray
Jan. 14, 2022 Tweet - "The right to abortion. Easy-to-get, affordable birth control. All across the country, essential reproductive health care is under attack. I'm determined to act on the federal level to protect your ability to get the health care you want." Sen.Patty Murray
Jan. 14, 2022 Tweet - "It's unacceptable that over half of American families live in areas where they can't find affordable child care. My child care plan would help fix that." Sen.Patty Murray
Jan. 14, 2022 Tweet - "To be absolutely clear: we cannot let the filibuster stop us from ever debating voting rights or any other issue just one member might disagree with. We need to change Senate rules. #WeWantVotingRights" Sen.Patty Murray
Jan. 14, 2022 Tweet - "Anyone who drives in WA state knows how badly we've needed upgraded, more reliable bridges. Thanks to the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law, we're one step closer to that reality--our state was awarded millions of dollars to help repair our roads & bridges." Sen.Patty Murray
Jan. 14, 2022 Letter to Hon. Joseph Biden, President of the United Staes - Rep. Correa Fights for Health Care Workers Safety During Covid-19 Pandemic Rep.Pramila Jayapal, ...
Jan. 14, 2022 Senators Cantwell and Murray Announce More than $605 Million Investment to Help Repair Washington State Bridges Sen.Maria Cantwell
Jan. 14, 2022 Letter to Charles P. Rettig, Commissioner of the Internal Revenue Service - Congresswoman Stansbury Calls on IRS to Resolve Tax Return Backlog Rep.Pramila Jayapal, ...
Jan. 14, 2022 Letter Hon. Alexander Hoehn-Sairc, Chair US Consumer Product Safety Commission - Cantwell, Blumenthal Call for Consumer Product Safety Watchdog to Review Voluntary Safety Standards for Electric Space Heaters After Bronx Tragedy Sen.Maria Cantwell, ...
Jan. 14, 2022 Letter to Charles Rettig, Commissioner of the IRS -SWALWELL LEADS DEMOCRATS IN PUSHING FOR IRS TO RESOLVE TAX RETURN BACKLOG Rep.Kim Schrier, ...
Jan. 14, 2022 Tweet - "I spoke with Spokane renters & @SNAPSpokane about how the American Rescue Plan has been a lifeline for keeping a roof over people's heads." Sen.Patty Murray
Jan. 14, 2022 Senator Murray Statement on Nord Stream 2 Vote Sen.Patty Murray
Jan. 13, 2022 Tweet - "The workplace vaccine or test requirement is a commonsense step to protect workers & help stop the spread of COVID-19 in the workplace. It's absurd the SCOTUS decision failed to recognize the serious risk workers face." Sen.Patty Murray
Jan. 13, 2022 Tweet - "The time to #ActOnClimate is right now. RT if you agree." Sen.Patty Murray
Jan. 13, 2022 Tweet - "I made clear to the Biden Admin they need to do more to keep kids in school safely. Yesterday they announced additional steps: providing 10M free tests to K-12 schools per month & setting up surge testing sites. But I expect more details--& there's still more work left." Sen.Patty Murray
Jan. 13, 2022 Tweet - "You have just TWO days left to #GetCovered during @WAplanfinder 's open enrollment period for health care coverage. Click below to shop for plans and sign-up--the deadline to sign up is January 15. http://wahealthplanfinder.org" Sen.Patty Murray
Jan. 13, 2022 Letter to Hon. Katherine Tai, US Trade Representative, and Hon. Tom Vilsack, US Secretary of Agriculture - Rep. Mann Urges U.S. to Hold India Accountable on Trade Rep.Dan Newhouse, ...
Jan. 13, 2022 Letter to Hon. Katherine Tai, United States Trade Representative, Hon. Martin Walsh, Secretary of Labor, Hon. Alejandro Mayorkas, Secretary of Homeland Security - Chairman Blumenauer Leads Ways and Means Lawmakers in Urging Biden Administration to Address Reports of Forced Labor in Sugarcane Fields in the Dominican Republic Rep.Suzan DelBene, ...
Jan. 13, 2022 Cantwell on Alarming NOAA, NASA Climate Reports: "The Science is Undeniable" Sen.Maria Cantwell
Jan. 13, 2022 Cantwell Announces $2.3 Million Federal Grant for Broadband Infrastructure in Anacortes Sen.Maria Cantwell
Jan. 13, 2022 Senator Murray on SCOTUS Decision Blocking Enforcement of the OSHA Vaccine or Testing Workplace Safety Standard Sen.Patty Murray
Jan. 13, 2022 Wexton Introduces Bipartisan Bill to Support Virginia Agritourism Businesses Rep.Dan Newhouse, ...
Jan. 13, 2022 New Dem Climate Change Task Force Leaders Call for Swift Action to Tackle the Existential Climate Crisis by Negotiating a Strong Build Back Better Act Rep.Suzan DelBene, ...
Jan. 13, 2022 Letter to Hon. Xavier Becerra, Secretary of Health and Human Services, and Hon. Janet Woodcock, Acting Commissioner of the Food and Drug Administration - Senator Baldwin Calls on FDA to Change Discriminatory Blood Donation Policies to Address National Blood Supply Shortage Sen.Maria Cantwell, ...
Jan. 13, 2022 Tweet - "At a time when COVID-19 cases are skyrocketing due to the Omicron variant, people need free, accessible COVID-19 tests (including rapid tests). I'm going to keep pushing the Biden Administration until this issue is solved." Sen.Patty Murray
Jan. 13, 2022 Senator Murray Hears from Spokane Renters About How the American Rescue Plan is Lowering their Housing Costs, Announces Major Utility Assistance for Washington State Sen.Patty Murray
Jan. 12, 2022 Tweet - "I will keep fighting extreme Republican attacks on #RoeVWade because we should be a country where everyone can get the abortion care they want--regardless of who they are, where they live, how much money they make, or how they get their health care." Sen.Patty Murray
Jan. 12, 2022 Letter to Hon. Alejandro Mayorkas, Secretary of Homeland Security and Hon. Antony Blinken, Secretary of State - Gillibrand Joins Senate Dems Calling For TPS Designations For El Salvador, Guatemala, Honduras, Nicaragua Sen.Patty Murray, ...
Jan. 12, 2022 Tweet - "New guidance out from the Biden Admin shows insurers they need to do what they're supposed to when it comes to covering birth control without costs or harmful, unnecessary hoops. This is a good first step to help ensure patients can get the reproductive health care they want." Sen.Patty Murray
Jan. 12, 2022 Cantwell Applauds Confirmation of Gabriel Sanchez for the Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals Sen.Maria Cantwell
Jan. 12, 2022 Tweet - "RT if you agree that we need to fix our nation's child care crisis. I have a plan that will help make sure there are more affordable child care options out there for parents, and I'm going to keep working until it gets done." Sen.Patty Murray
Jan. 12, 2022 Letter to Hon. Antony Blinken, Secretary of State - Womack, House Republicans Urge Biden to Withdraw from Vienna Talks Rep.Dan Newhouse, ...
Jan. 12, 2022 As Threat of Russian Invasion of Ukraine Looms, Menendez Leads Senate Democrats in Introducing the Defending Ukraine Sovereignty Act of 2022 Sen.Patty Murray, ...
Jan. 12, 2022 Tweet - "Providing TPS for our neighbors in Central America will save lives and it's the right thing to do, but it will also help build stability in the region during an incredibly challenging time. I'm urging the administration to take action immediately." Sen.Patty Murray
Jan. 12, 2022 Tweet - "The Senate is broken. My colleagues know I am someone whose focus is always on getting things done for WA state & our country. But outdated, misused procedure is getting in the way of debate & legislation. With all our country faces right now, we've absolutely got to fix it." Sen.Patty Murray
Jan. 11, 2022 Tweet - "Protecting every citizen's right to have a voice in our democracy should be as noncontroversial as naming post offices. Yet Republicans blocked debate on legislation to protect voting rights. Our democracy is at stake--we can't let their obstruction stand in the way." Sen.Patty Murray
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