| Dec. 26, 2021
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Tweet - "Here's what the American Rescue Plan has meant for our pandemic recovery: 500 million shots in arms Helping schools get kids back in the classroom safely Housing Relief Lower health care costs And so much more"
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Sen. Patty Murray
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| Dec. 24, 2021
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Tweet - "Making sure people can find quality, affordable child care at a provider close to home is key to building back fairer and stronger from this pandemic. That's what Democrats' child care plan would do--and I'm determined to get it passed."
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Sen. Patty Murray
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| Dec. 24, 2021
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Tweet - "This year, @POTUS nominated and Senate Democrats confirmed a record number of highly-qualified, diverse judicial nominees--including 4 District Court judges in Washington state, all of which I was proud to recommend for the job."
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Sen. Patty Murray
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| Dec. 24, 2021
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Tweet - "After years of Republican attempts to get rid of your health care, one of the first things Democrats did this year was pass the American Rescue Plan and lower health care costs. Now, millions of people are getting health care coverage at a lower cost."
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Sen. Patty Murray
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| Dec. 23, 2021
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Tweet - "The last administration may have tried to pass a once-in-a-generation infrastructure package, but @POTUS and Democrats actually delivered. That means new trains, better rail service, and more reliable public transportation for Washington state."
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Sen. Patty Murray
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| Dec. 23, 2021
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Tweet - "Vaccines Boosters Masks Tests This is how we keep ourselves safe from COVID-19 and the new Omicron variant."
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Sen. Patty Murray
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| Dec. 23, 2021
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Letter to Hon. Xavier Becerra, Secretary of U.S. Department of Health and Human Services-U.S. Senators Amy Klobuchar and Tina Smith Push HHS to Help Protect Families This Winter During Energy Crisis
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Rep. Kim Schrier, ...
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| Dec. 23, 2021
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Tweet - "If we have to change the Senate rules to pass strong federal voting rights legislation, then let's do it. Nothing is more important than protecting the right to have a voice in our democracy."
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Sen. Patty Murray
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| Dec. 22, 2021
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Letter to Hon. Xavier Becerra, Secretary of Health and Human Services - Van Hollen, Reed, Clark Urge HHS to Help Protect Families This Winter During Energy Crisis
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Rep. Kim Schrier, ...
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| Dec. 22, 2021
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Tweet - "RT if you agree the Senate needs to pass the Women's Health Protection Act so everyone can get the abortion care they want and make their own decisions about pregnancy and parenting."
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Sen. Patty Murray
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| Dec. 22, 2021
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Tweet - "We are still very clearly dealing with a public health crisis that's disrupting people's lives and students' learning. Extending the freeze on student loan payments is absolutely the right step."
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Sen. Patty Murray
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| Dec. 22, 2021
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Letter to Hon. Joseph Biden, President of the United States of America - Senators Cantwell and Murray, Representatives DelBene and Kilmer Lead Delegation in Call for Major Disaster Declaration Following Winter Storms, Flooding in Northwest Washington
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Sen. Maria Cantwell, ...
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| Dec. 22, 2021
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Letter Ph.D. Dave Applegate, Associate Director for Natural Hazards - Senators Cantwell and Murray Press USGS on Future of Earthquake Early Warning System
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Sen. Maria Cantwell
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| Dec. 22, 2021
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Tweet - "The American Rescue Plan helped so many families across Washington state keep a roof over their heads and make rent and mortgage payments. This was a crucial step to getting people housed, but we need to do more to truly address our housing crisis."
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Sen. Patty Murray
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| Dec. 22, 2021
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Letter to Hon. Antony Blinken, Secretary of State - Restore Visa Processing
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Rep. Suzan DelBene, ...
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| Dec. 22, 2021
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Tweet - "This is great news, and another strong tool along with tests and vaccines to protect people from COVID-19. And just like with tests and vaccines, it's critical we make sure people can get this lifesaving treatment when they need it."
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Sen. Patty Murray
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| Dec. 22, 2021
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Tweet - "Severe storms in NW WA caused flooding, power outages, landslides, mudslides, and supply shortages. Our state needs a major disaster declaration so the families and communities most hurt by this intense weather can get the support they need."
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Sen. Patty Murray
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| Dec. 22, 2021
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Tweet - "Our kids, grandkids, and every future generation need us to step up and tackle the climate crisis. #BuildBackBetter would take the bold action we desperately need--and I'm determined to get it done."
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Sen. Patty Murray
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| Dec. 21, 2021
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BIPARTISAN GROUP OF DOCTORS IN CONGRESS LAUNCH PSA TO ENCOURAGE COVID BOOSTER PARTICIPATION
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Rep. Kim Schrier, ...
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| Dec. 21, 2021
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Tweet - "Congress needs to make quality, affordable child care a priority. Like @CAPEarlyEd 's report says, my plan will finally do that by lowering costs for families, paying child care workers what they deserve, and making child care accessible in every community."
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Sen. Patty Murray
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| Dec. 21, 2021
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Tweet - "Experts agree: passing #BuildBackBetter wouldn't just be good for families, it'll be good for our nation's economy."
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Sen. Patty Murray
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| Dec. 21, 2021
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Tweet - "I know how worried families are as Omicron spreads, so I'm glad @POTUS is continuing to act to: Make COVID tests free & easy to get Get people vaccinated and boosted Support hospitals with staff and supplies Keep students safely in the classroom"
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Sen. Patty Murray
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| Dec. 21, 2021
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Tweet - "Senate rules should not get in the way of protecting the foundation of our democracy--the right to vote. Period."
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Sen. Patty Murray
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| Dec. 21, 2021
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Tweet - "This year, Congress passed and @POTUS signed into law our nation's biggest investment in bridge repair, public transit, clean energy transmission & more--all while creating millions of good-paying jobs. This law will directly help families in WA state build toward a better future."
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Sen. Patty Murray
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| Dec. 21, 2021
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Letter to Michael Reagan, Administrator of the Environmental Protection Agency - Booker and Barragan Urge EPA to Strengthen Standards for Freight Pollution Sources
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Rep. Adam Smith, ...
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| Dec. 21, 2021
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Dr. Ruiz Joins Bipartisan Group of Doctors in Congress to Encourage COVID Booster Participation
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Rep. Kim Schrier, ...
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| Dec. 21, 2021
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Letter to Hon. Antony J. Blinken, Secretary of State; Hon. Alejandro Mayorkas, Secretary of Homeland Security - Visa Processing to Address Farm Labor Shortages
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Rep. Dan Newhouse, ...
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| Dec. 21, 2021
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Letter to Xavier Becerra, United States Secretary of Health and Human Services, Murphy and Other Tri-Caucus Members Send Letter to HHS Regarding Disparities in Cancer Care
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Rep. Marilyn Strickland, ...
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| Dec. 21, 2021
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Letter to Dave Applegate, Associative Director for Natural Hazards of the US Geological Survey - Feinstein, Padilla, Colleagues Press USGS on Future of Earthquake Early Warning System
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Sen. Maria Cantwell, ...
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| Dec. 21, 2021
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Cantwell Announces Over $2.6 Million in Grants to Expand Telehealth Services in Seattle, Goldendale, and Southwest Washington
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Sen. Maria Cantwell
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| Dec. 21, 2021
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Letter to Hon. Michael S. Regan, Administrator for the EPA - Barragán and Booker Urge EPA to Strengthen Standards for Freight Pollution Sources
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Rep. Adam Smith, ...
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| Dec. 21, 2021
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Brown, Strickland, Jones Introduce Bill To Improve Racial Disparity Reporting In Military Justice System
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Rep. Marilyn Strickland, ...
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| Dec. 20, 2021
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Senator Murray's Child Care Plan Would Increase Access to Child Care for Washington State Families, Lower Costs According to New Report
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Sen. Patty Murray
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| Dec. 20, 2021
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Letter to Hon. Joseph Biden, President of the United States and Hon. Alejandro Mayorkas, Secretary of Homeland Security -
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Sen. Patty Murray, ...
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| Dec. 20, 2021
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CAPITO, MCMORRIS RODGERS LEAD COLLEAGUES IN FILING AMICUS BRIEF IN PENDING CLEAN AIR ACT SUPREME COURT CASE
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Rep. Dan Newhouse, ...
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| Dec. 20, 2021
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Tweet - 'If you're seeing headlines about Omicron and wondering what to do, the first step is getting vaccinated or a booster. And you can protect yourself even further by masking and social distancing."
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Sen. Patty Murray
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| Dec. 20, 2021
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Following Push from Senator Murray, Representative McMorris Rodgers, Air Force to Take Step Towards Better Affordable Housing Access for Fairchild Airmen and Their Families
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Sen. Patty Murray
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| Dec. 20, 2021
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Tweet - "WA state's airports are absolutely vital to our regional economies, & $71M I helped secure from the bipartisan infrastructure law for airports across the state will help keep passengers on planes & shipments in the skies, while cutting harmful emissions."
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Sen. Patty Murray
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| Dec. 20, 2021
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Letter to Hon. Joseph Biden, President of the United States of America - Members of Congress Call on Biden to Reverse U.S. Policies Contributing to Afghanistan's Humanitarian and Economic Crisis
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Rep. Pramila Jayapal, ...
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| Dec. 20, 2021
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Senator Murray Announces Major Federal Investments in Washington State Ports to Bolster Supply Chains, Infrastructure
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Sen. Patty Murray
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| Dec. 20, 2021
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Cantwell Announces Over $18 Million in Grants Awarded to Two Washington State Ports
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Sen. Maria Cantwell
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| Dec. 20, 2021
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Letter to Hon. Joseph R. Biden, Jr., President of the United States, Hon. Alejandro Mayorkas, Secretary of Homeland Security, and Hon. Ur Jaddou, Director of US Citizenship and Immigration Services - Senator Markey and Rep. Moulton Lead Bicameral Group of Colleagues With Concerns About Restrictive and Inconsistent Afghan Humanitarian Parole Process
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Rep. Suzan DelBene, ...
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| Dec. 20, 2021
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Tweet - "Any Senator who truly wants to lower costs for families, address the climate crisis, and strengthen our economy for now and the future should have no problem supporting #BuildBackBetter. Let's vote."
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Sen. Patty Murray
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| Dec. 20, 2021
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Tweet - "It shouldn't matter who you are, how much money you have, or where you live--you have the right to an abortion and you should be able to get one."
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Sen. Patty Murray
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| Dec. 19, 2021
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Tweet - "Our kids and parents, and every American--the nurses, clerks, bus drivers, teachers, and more--work so hard for this country. They have been so stressed for so long and they deserve to have us fighting for them just as hard."
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Sen. Patty Murray
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| Dec. 19, 2021
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Murray Statement on Build Back Better Legislation
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Sen. Patty Murray
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| Dec. 18, 2021
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Tweet - "People in WA state can still sign-up for affordable health care coverage that will go into effect February 2022. This has helped so many families get the care they need. Click the link below for more information. http://wahealthplanfinder.org"
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Sen. Patty Murray
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| Dec. 18, 2021
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Tweet - "Congratulations to Judge Kit Dimke on her confirmation as U.S. District Court judge in the Eastern District of Washington. I was proud to recommend her to @POTUS and am confident she'll continue her work of improving court access & ensuring our justice system works for everyone."
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Sen. Patty Murray
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| Dec. 18, 2021
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Tweet - "We've seen it with the extreme weather events of this past year: the climate crisis is code red and we must act. #BuildBackBetter is going to be our biggest, boldest action on climate yet."
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Sen. Patty Murray
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| Dec. 18, 2021
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Tweet - "Anyone ages 16 and up can--and should--get a COVID-19 booster shot. Click the link below to find a vaccination appointment near you. http://vaccinelocator.doh.wa.gov"
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Sen. Patty Murray
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| Dec. 17, 2021
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Letter to Rosa L. Delauro, Chair of the House Committee on Appropriations, Kay Granger, Ranking Member of the House Committee on Appropriations, Patrick Leahy, Chairman of the Senate Committee on Appropriations, and Richard Shelby, Vice Chairman of the Senate Committee on Appropriations - Members of Congress Push to Increase U.S. Assistance to Help Vaccinate the World
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Rep. Pramila Jayapal, ...
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| Dec. 17, 2021
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Sen. Patty Murray
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| Dec. 17, 2021
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Tweet - "Like I've said before, I will do everything I can to create a fair pathway to citizenship and fix our nation's broken immigration system. This decision does not mean I will stop pushing to get there. Our work continues."
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Sen. Patty Murray
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| Dec. 17, 2021
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Tweet - "I warned VA about potential issues with the new electronic health record system before the rollout, & my message now is just as clear: fix this immediately & make sure it never happens again--& our new bill will help make sure they do just that."
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Sen. Patty Murray
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| Dec. 17, 2021
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Tweet - "If you're traveling or having people over for the holidays, do your part to keep everyone safe by getting your COVID-19 vaccine booster shot and following public health measures like masking!"
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Sen. Patty Murray
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| Dec. 17, 2021
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Tweet - "When my child care plan in #BuildBackBetter is implemented, most working parents will be able to send their child to a provider they choose. Right now the question is, can I find it and can I afford it. This flexibility will be a gamechanger for so many families."
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Sen. Patty Murray
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| Dec. 17, 2021
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Letter to Hon. Nancy Pelosi, Speaker of the House; Hon. Kevin McCarthy, House Minority Leader; Hon. Chuck Schumer, Senate Majority Leader; Hon. Mitch McConnell, Senate Minority Leader - Small Business Economic Health and Wellbeing Needs to Remain a Top Priority
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Rep. Marilyn Strickland, ...
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| Dec. 16, 2021
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Tweet - "It was great to talk with artists & cultural organizations from across King County today about how the American Rescue Plan is helping support their work. Keeping WA state's art & cultural institutions thriving is so important, & I'm pushing for more support in #BuildBackBetter."
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Sen. Patty Murray
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| Dec. 16, 2021
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Tweet - "For too long, it's been communities of color who've had to bear the weight of climate inaction. When we pass #BuildBackBetter, we'll be taking the boldest action yet on climate, creating good-paying job opportunities, and addressing racial inequities in our country."
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Sen. Patty Murray
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| Dec. 16, 2021
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Recognizing William T. Johnson for His Service and Efforts That Saved the Lives of Numerous Afghan Partners
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Rep. Adam Smith
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| Dec. 16, 2021
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Tweet - "Paid leave is absolutely necessary for supporting workers--and particularly women--in finding good jobs and building a stronger economy for us all. We have to get it done, and #BuildBackBetter is the time to do it."
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Sen. Patty Murray
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| Dec. 16, 2021
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Tweet - "Patients need certainty that they can get essential health care, like an abortion, when they need it. But for patients in TX, MS, and states across the country that isn't the case. We can--and must--fix this by passing the Women's Health Protection Act."
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Sen. Patty Murray
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| Dec. 16, 2021
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Senators Cantwell, Murray Announce Major Infrastructure Funding for Washington State Airports
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Sen. Maria Cantwell
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| Dec. 16, 2021
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Executive Calendar
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Sen. Maria Cantwell
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| Dec. 16, 2021
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Tweet - "Today @US_FDA is lifting some restrictions on medication abortion--which we know is safe and effective--and making it easier for some patients to exercise their right to abortion. That's good."
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Sen. Patty Murray
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| Dec. 16, 2021
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Letter to Joseph Biden, President of the United States of America - Lee, McGovern, Meeks, Rush Lead 114 Members of Congress Calling for Biden Administration to Support Human Rights & Humanitarian Needs in Cuba
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Rep. Pramila Jayapal, ...
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| Dec. 16, 2021
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Sen. Maria Cantwell
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| Dec. 16, 2021
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Letter to Hon. Xavier Becerra, Secretary of Health and Human Services - SENS. CRUZ, SCOTT, REP. NORMAN SEND LETTER URGING HHS SEC. BECERRA TO PROTECT FAITH-BASED CHILD WELFARE PROVIDERS
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Rep. Dan Newhouse, ...
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| Dec. 16, 2021
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Letter to Miguel Cardona, Secretary of Education - Menendez and Booker Join Democratic Senate and House Colleagues in Urging Education Secretary to Provide Guidance to Parents on Gun Storage Safety
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Rep. Adam Smith, ...
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| Dec. 16, 2021
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Senators Cantwell and Murray Announce $34 Million in EPA Grants for Puget Sound Recovery, Salmon Restoration
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Sen. Maria Cantwell, ...
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| Dec. 15, 2021
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Letter to Hon. Miguel Cardona, Secretary of Education - Following Oxford High School Shooting, Van Hollen, Murphy, Thompson, Stabenow, Peters, Blumenthal, Slotkin Urge Department Of Education To Issue Guidance On Safe Gun Storage
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Rep. Pramila Jayapal, ...
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| Dec. 15, 2021
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Letter to Hon. Joseph R. Biden, President of the United States - Stefanik Requests Administration Drop Northern Border Travel Requirements
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Rep. Dan Newhouse, ...
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| Dec. 15, 2021
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Cantwell: National Defense Authorization Act Invests in Washington State Servicemembers; Funds PFAS Cleanup
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Sen. Maria Cantwell
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| Dec. 15, 2021
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Letter to Hon. Antony Blinken, Secretary of State; Hon. Janet Yellen Secretary of Treasury - Afghanistan Troop Withdrawal
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Rep. Adam Smith, ...
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| Dec. 15, 2021
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Letter to Hon. Deb Haaland, Secretary Dept. of Interior - Bipartisan Delegation Seeks Emergency ESA Gray Wolf Listing Protections
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Rep. Rick Larsen, ...
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