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Feb. 17, 2022 Tweet - "After years of the previous Secretary of Education putting for-profit colleges before students, this is fantastic news. Finally, defrauded student borrowers will get the relief they are owed and predatory, for-profit colleges will be held accountable." Sen. Patty Murray
Feb. 17, 2022 Tweet - "The Women's Health Protection Act is crucial because it:  Protects the federal right to abortion  Prevents medically unnecessary restrictions to abortion  Creates an enforcement mechanism against anti-abortion laws on the state level Let's get this passed." Sen. Patty Murray
Feb. 17, 2022 Letter Lloyd Austin, Secretary of Defense - Urging TRICARE to cover COVID-19 Tests for Active-Duty Personnel and Military Families Rep. Marilyn Strickland, ...
Feb. 17, 2022 Tweet - "Fixing our nation's broken immigration system also means rooting out the systemic racism that so many--and in particular Black immigrants--face on a regular basis. This is one of the many reasons it's so critical that we create a fair pathway to citizenship. #Act4BlackImms" Sen. Patty Murray
Feb. 16, 2022 Letter to Hon. Jonathan Kanter, Assistant Attorney General Antitrust Division U.S. Department of Justice - REP. MONDAIRE JONES AND SEN. ELIZABETH WARREN LEAD COLLEAGUES IN SLAMMING PROPOSED SANDERSON-WAYNE POULTRY MERGER AND CALL ON DOJ TO TAKE ACTION AS AMERICANS FACE SOARING POULTRY PRICES Rep. Pramila Jayapal, ...
Feb. 16, 2022 Letter to Joe Biden, President of the United States - Rep. Barry Moore warns Biden Congress must have say in new Iran deal Rep. Dan Newhouse, ...
Feb. 16, 2022 Letter to Hon. Joseph Biden, President of the United States of America - MARKEY JOINS BOOKER, BUSH AND CONGRESSIONAL COLLEAGUES IN URGING PRESIDENT BIDEN TO REVERSE INHUMANE IMMIGRATION POLICIES IMPACTING BLACK MIGRANTS Rep. Marilyn Strickland, ...
Feb. 16, 2022 Tweet - "After everything we've been through these past two years, we owe it to everyone who worked so hard to get us through the COVID-19 pandemic to take absolutely every step we can to make sure we're never in this situation again." Sen. Patty Murray
Feb. 16, 2022 Tweet - "Our economy should work for everyone--not just those at the top. Building a fairer, stronger economy means making sure the wealthiest pay their fair share and getting working families the opportunities they need to succeed." Sen. Patty Murray
Feb. 16, 2022 Tweet - "Imagine a country where every working parent could find quality, affordable child care close to home. That's what I'm working to do." Sen. Patty Murray
Feb. 16, 2022 Tweet - "Our economy should work for everyone--not just those at the top. Building a fairer, stronger economy means making sure the wealthiest pay their fair share and getting working families the opportunities they need to succeed." Sen. Patty Murray
Feb. 16, 2022 Senator Murray Helps Pass Bill to Provide Health Care for Post-9/11 Toxic-Exposed Veterans Sen. Patty Murray
Feb. 16, 2022 Tweet - "Suicide risk screenings are a crucial part of our prevention work to support servicemembers transitioning back into civilian life--but there's a concerning lack of oversight. I made clear to @SecDef & @SecVetAffairs that needs to change for our veterans." Sen. Patty Murray
Feb. 16, 2022 Tweet - "Imagine a country where every working parent could find quality, affordable child care close to home. That's what I'm working to do." Sen. Patty Murray
Feb. 15, 2022 Cantwell Says Rising Sea Level Projections Underscore Need for Action on Coastal Resiliency Sen. Maria Cantwell
Feb. 15, 2022 Letter to Martha Williams, Acting Director of the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service and Randy Moore, Chief of the U.S. Forest Service - Romney Joins Colleagues in Urging Administration to Finalize Rule to Reverse Disastrous Cottonwood Decision Rep. Dan Newhouse, ...
Feb. 15, 2022 Fleischmann Leads Colleagues to Investigate DHS Transporting Illegal Aliens Within the U.S. Rep. Dan Newhouse, ...
Feb. 15, 2022 Nomination of Robert McKinnon Califf Sen. Patty Murray
Feb. 15, 2022 Letter to Hon. Alejandro Mayorkas, Secretary of Homeland Security - Amodei Urges Investigation Into Release of Illegal Immigrants Rep. Dan Newhouse, ...
Feb. 15, 2022 Tweet - "American Indians and Alaska Natives who live in urban settings in WA state are often left out of key federal support programs. I joined @SenAlexPadilla and my colleagues to urge the Biden Admin to identify and fix these gaps." Sen. Patty Murray
Feb. 15, 2022 Tweet - "Ali and Rosalinda from Washington state are great examples of what can happen when people have access to workforce development programs that understand, and tackle, the barriers between them and high-quality jobs. This should be the case for workers everywhere." Sen. Patty Murray
Feb. 15, 2022 Tweet - "It's simple: it's the law for insurance companies to cover the cost of birth control. That's not always the case--and I'm working to fix it." Sen. Patty Murray
Feb. 15, 2022 Letter to Hon. Alejandro Mayoraks, Secretary Dept. of Homeland Security - Harris Leads Appropriations Colleagues in Investigating DHS Transportation of Aliens Within U.S. Rep. Dan Newhouse, ...
Feb. 15, 2022 Tweet - "LIVE: I'm chairing a Senate HELP Committee hearing about continuing to rebuild our nation"s workforce from the COVID-19 crisis by supporting workforce development programs that address systemic barriers to employment." Sen. Patty Murray
Feb. 15, 2022 Tweet - "Democrats have already taken action to lower costs for families--and we have fully-paid-for plans to do a lot more to support families in WA state. Meanwhile, I've heard a lot of talk, but no serious Republican plan or action to do anything about it." Sen. Patty Murray
Feb. 15, 2022 Senator Murray Leads Hearing on Tackling Systemic Barriers to Employment with High-Quality Workforce Development Opportunities Sen. Patty Murray
Feb. 14, 2022 Letter to Hon. Martha Williams. Acting Director of the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service and Randy Moore, Chief of the U.S. Forest Service - Sen. Cramer, Colleagues Urge Biden Admin to Finalize Rule to Reverse Disastrous Cottonwood Decision Rep. Dan Newhouse, ...
Feb. 14, 2022 Tweet - "Today while we remember those lost 4 years ago in Parkland, there's a long list of other communities healing from senseless acts of gun violence--including Richland, WA last week. This has to stop, & we can only do that with common-sense gun safety measures that'll save lives." Sen. Patty Murray
Feb. 14, 2022 Letter to Hon. Joseph Biden, President of the United States of America - CONGRESSMAN VALADAO URGES BIDEN TO TAKE ACTION TO COMBAT FENTANYL EPIDEMIC Rep. Dan Newhouse, ...
Feb. 14, 2022 Letter to Hon. Lloyd J. Austin III, Secretary of Defense, and Hon. Denis R. McDonouugh, Secretary of Veterans Affairs - Senator Murray, Colleagues Raise Concerns About Lack Of Oversight To Prevent Veteran Suicide Sen. Patty Murray, ...
Feb. 14, 2022 Letter to Joseph R. Biden, President of the United States, and Kamala Harris, Vice President of the United States - Senator Murray Urges Administration to Form Advisory Group to Support Native Americans Living in Urban Areas Sen. Patty Murray, ...
Feb. 14, 2022 Tweet - "People in WA state have made clear they want a @USPS that delivers (literally). I'm working to: Support postal workers Get USPS on solid financial footing Increase transparency Maintain 6 days of delivery Let's vote on this bill & get it to @POTUS's desk ASAP." Sen. Patty Murray
Feb. 14, 2022 Letter to Dr. Rochelle Walensky, Director CDC - Pressley, Chu, Velázquez, Democrats Demand Answers from CDC on Use of Title 42 Expulsions for Asylum Seekers Rep. Pramila Jayapal, ...
Feb. 14, 2022 Tweet - "We can't help make sure everyone can find good-paying job opportunities if we aren't also helping people access and use an internet connection. Glad to see @VP highlight this important issue--one I've worked hard on for WA state." Sen. Patty Murray
Feb. 14, 2022 Tweet - "Big news--from Bellingham to Walla Walla, the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law will help us modernize our roads and build electric vehicle charging stations in every part of Washington state." Sen. Patty Murray
Feb. 13, 2022 Tweet - "Prescription drugs costs are too high. Letting Medicare negotiate drug prices is a common-sense step that would lower costs and help more people get the health care they need." Sen. Patty Murray
Feb. 13, 2022 Tweet - "We should be a country where workers aren't punished by losing a paycheck for trying to take time off to take care of themselves or their loved ones. We need paid leave." Sen. Patty Murray
Feb. 13, 2022 Tweet - "The path to protecting a federal right to abortion goes through the Senate--and I'm doing everything I can to pass the Women's Health Protection Act." Sen. Patty Murray
Feb. 12, 2022 Tweet - "My office has been flooded with calls from people across WA state voicing their support for strong federal voting rights legislation. Getting this done is the right thing to do. It's what the people of WA state want. And I'll keep working until we get it done." Sen. Patty Murray
Feb. 12, 2022 Tweet - "We can't find ourselves in the same awful position when the next pandemic hits. We need to be ready. My bill is going to help make sure we are." Sen. Patty Murray
Feb. 12, 2022 Tweet - "The status quo of rising child care costs and waiting lists isn't working for parents. My child care plan both lowers costs for families and helps more people find child care." Sen. Patty Murray
Feb. 11, 2022 Letter to Hon. Meryl Harrell, Deputy Under Secretary, Natural Resources and Environment - Rep. Lauren Boebert Defends County-Level Emergency Services from Encroaching Federal Bureaucracy Rep. Dan Newhouse, ...
Feb. 11, 2022 Senators Cantwell and Murray Hail Introduction of Bipartisan Bill To Modernize Violence Against Women Act Sen. Maria Cantwell
Feb. 11, 2022 Tweet - "Washington state--we're making great progress toward getting our kids vaccinated. Let's keep it up!" Sen. Patty Murray
Feb. 11, 2022 Tweet - "The Texas abortion ban has already been devastating for patients across the state. So many people can't get abortions--and those who have are often forced to go out of state, pay more, & face more barriers to get constitutionally protected health care. It's cruel & wrong." Sen. Patty Murray
Feb. 11, 2022 Letter to Joseph R. Biden, President of the United States - Joyce Urges the President to Address Threat of Fentanyl-Related Substances Flooding into American Communities Rep. Dan Newhouse, ...
Feb. 11, 2022 Senators Murray and Cantwell Hail Introduction of Bipartisan Bill To Modernize Violence Against Women Act Sen. Patty Murray
Feb. 11, 2022 Tweet - "Ask any young person and they'll tell you--addressing the climate crisis is a top priority. It's past time we deliver for our current AND future generations and pass bold action on climate now." Sen. Patty Murray
Feb. 10, 2022 Tweet - "It's absurd and unacceptable that pregnant workers all too often have to choose between a healthy pregnancy and staying on the job. Let's fix this by passing the bipartisan Pregnant Workers Fairness Act." Sen. Patty Murray
Feb. 10, 2022 Tweet - "Good news! The Senate passed the #EndForcedArbitration Act today to help survivors of workplace sexual harassment & sexual assault seek justice. This is a long-overdue step we should build on with additional steps to empower all workers and protect their rights." Sen. Patty Murray
Date Title Politician
Feb. 17, 2022 Tweet - "After years of the previous Secretary of Education putting for-profit colleges before students, this is fantastic news. Finally, defrauded student borrowers will get the relief they are owed and predatory, for-profit colleges will be held accountable." Sen.Patty Murray
Feb. 17, 2022 Tweet - "The Women's Health Protection Act is crucial because it:  Protects the federal right to abortion  Prevents medically unnecessary restrictions to abortion  Creates an enforcement mechanism against anti-abortion laws on the state level Let's get this passed." Sen.Patty Murray
Feb. 17, 2022 Letter Lloyd Austin, Secretary of Defense - Urging TRICARE to cover COVID-19 Tests for Active-Duty Personnel and Military Families Rep.Marilyn Strickland, ...
Feb. 17, 2022 Tweet - "Fixing our nation's broken immigration system also means rooting out the systemic racism that so many--and in particular Black immigrants--face on a regular basis. This is one of the many reasons it's so critical that we create a fair pathway to citizenship. #Act4BlackImms" Sen.Patty Murray
Feb. 16, 2022 Letter to Hon. Jonathan Kanter, Assistant Attorney General Antitrust Division U.S. Department of Justice - REP. MONDAIRE JONES AND SEN. ELIZABETH WARREN LEAD COLLEAGUES IN SLAMMING PROPOSED SANDERSON-WAYNE POULTRY MERGER AND CALL ON DOJ TO TAKE ACTION AS AMERICANS FACE SOARING POULTRY PRICES Rep.Pramila Jayapal, ...
Feb. 16, 2022 Letter to Joe Biden, President of the United States - Rep. Barry Moore warns Biden Congress must have say in new Iran deal Rep.Dan Newhouse, ...
Feb. 16, 2022 Letter to Hon. Joseph Biden, President of the United States of America - MARKEY JOINS BOOKER, BUSH AND CONGRESSIONAL COLLEAGUES IN URGING PRESIDENT BIDEN TO REVERSE INHUMANE IMMIGRATION POLICIES IMPACTING BLACK MIGRANTS Rep.Marilyn Strickland, ...
Feb. 16, 2022 Tweet - "After everything we've been through these past two years, we owe it to everyone who worked so hard to get us through the COVID-19 pandemic to take absolutely every step we can to make sure we're never in this situation again." Sen.Patty Murray
Feb. 16, 2022 Tweet - "Our economy should work for everyone--not just those at the top. Building a fairer, stronger economy means making sure the wealthiest pay their fair share and getting working families the opportunities they need to succeed." Sen.Patty Murray
Feb. 16, 2022 Tweet - "Imagine a country where every working parent could find quality, affordable child care close to home. That's what I'm working to do." Sen.Patty Murray
Feb. 16, 2022 Tweet - "Our economy should work for everyone--not just those at the top. Building a fairer, stronger economy means making sure the wealthiest pay their fair share and getting working families the opportunities they need to succeed." Sen.Patty Murray
Feb. 16, 2022 Senator Murray Helps Pass Bill to Provide Health Care for Post-9/11 Toxic-Exposed Veterans Sen.Patty Murray
Feb. 16, 2022 Tweet - "Suicide risk screenings are a crucial part of our prevention work to support servicemembers transitioning back into civilian life--but there's a concerning lack of oversight. I made clear to @SecDef & @SecVetAffairs that needs to change for our veterans." Sen.Patty Murray
Feb. 16, 2022 Tweet - "Imagine a country where every working parent could find quality, affordable child care close to home. That's what I'm working to do." Sen.Patty Murray
Feb. 15, 2022 Cantwell Says Rising Sea Level Projections Underscore Need for Action on Coastal Resiliency Sen.Maria Cantwell
Feb. 15, 2022 Letter to Martha Williams, Acting Director of the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service and Randy Moore, Chief of the U.S. Forest Service - Romney Joins Colleagues in Urging Administration to Finalize Rule to Reverse Disastrous Cottonwood Decision Rep.Dan Newhouse, ...
Feb. 15, 2022 Fleischmann Leads Colleagues to Investigate DHS Transporting Illegal Aliens Within the U.S. Rep.Dan Newhouse, ...
Feb. 15, 2022 Nomination of Robert McKinnon Califf Sen.Patty Murray
Feb. 15, 2022 Letter to Hon. Alejandro Mayorkas, Secretary of Homeland Security - Amodei Urges Investigation Into Release of Illegal Immigrants Rep.Dan Newhouse, ...
Feb. 15, 2022 Tweet - "American Indians and Alaska Natives who live in urban settings in WA state are often left out of key federal support programs. I joined @SenAlexPadilla and my colleagues to urge the Biden Admin to identify and fix these gaps." Sen.Patty Murray
Feb. 15, 2022 Tweet - "Ali and Rosalinda from Washington state are great examples of what can happen when people have access to workforce development programs that understand, and tackle, the barriers between them and high-quality jobs. This should be the case for workers everywhere." Sen.Patty Murray
Feb. 15, 2022 Tweet - "It's simple: it's the law for insurance companies to cover the cost of birth control. That's not always the case--and I'm working to fix it." Sen.Patty Murray
Feb. 15, 2022 Letter to Hon. Alejandro Mayoraks, Secretary Dept. of Homeland Security - Harris Leads Appropriations Colleagues in Investigating DHS Transportation of Aliens Within U.S. Rep.Dan Newhouse, ...
Feb. 15, 2022 Tweet - "LIVE: I'm chairing a Senate HELP Committee hearing about continuing to rebuild our nation"s workforce from the COVID-19 crisis by supporting workforce development programs that address systemic barriers to employment." Sen.Patty Murray
Feb. 15, 2022 Tweet - "Democrats have already taken action to lower costs for families--and we have fully-paid-for plans to do a lot more to support families in WA state. Meanwhile, I've heard a lot of talk, but no serious Republican plan or action to do anything about it." Sen.Patty Murray
Feb. 15, 2022 Senator Murray Leads Hearing on Tackling Systemic Barriers to Employment with High-Quality Workforce Development Opportunities Sen.Patty Murray
Feb. 14, 2022 Letter to Hon. Martha Williams. Acting Director of the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service and Randy Moore, Chief of the U.S. Forest Service - Sen. Cramer, Colleagues Urge Biden Admin to Finalize Rule to Reverse Disastrous Cottonwood Decision Rep.Dan Newhouse, ...
Feb. 14, 2022 Tweet - "Today while we remember those lost 4 years ago in Parkland, there's a long list of other communities healing from senseless acts of gun violence--including Richland, WA last week. This has to stop, & we can only do that with common-sense gun safety measures that'll save lives." Sen.Patty Murray
Feb. 14, 2022 Letter to Hon. Joseph Biden, President of the United States of America - CONGRESSMAN VALADAO URGES BIDEN TO TAKE ACTION TO COMBAT FENTANYL EPIDEMIC Rep.Dan Newhouse, ...
Feb. 14, 2022 Letter to Hon. Lloyd J. Austin III, Secretary of Defense, and Hon. Denis R. McDonouugh, Secretary of Veterans Affairs - Senator Murray, Colleagues Raise Concerns About Lack Of Oversight To Prevent Veteran Suicide Sen.Patty Murray, ...
Feb. 14, 2022 Letter to Joseph R. Biden, President of the United States, and Kamala Harris, Vice President of the United States - Senator Murray Urges Administration to Form Advisory Group to Support Native Americans Living in Urban Areas Sen.Patty Murray, ...
Feb. 14, 2022 Tweet - "People in WA state have made clear they want a @USPS that delivers (literally). I'm working to: Support postal workers Get USPS on solid financial footing Increase transparency Maintain 6 days of delivery Let's vote on this bill & get it to @POTUS's desk ASAP." Sen.Patty Murray
Feb. 14, 2022 Letter to Dr. Rochelle Walensky, Director CDC - Pressley, Chu, Velázquez, Democrats Demand Answers from CDC on Use of Title 42 Expulsions for Asylum Seekers Rep.Pramila Jayapal, ...
Feb. 14, 2022 Tweet - "We can't help make sure everyone can find good-paying job opportunities if we aren't also helping people access and use an internet connection. Glad to see @VP highlight this important issue--one I've worked hard on for WA state." Sen.Patty Murray
Feb. 14, 2022 Tweet - "Big news--from Bellingham to Walla Walla, the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law will help us modernize our roads and build electric vehicle charging stations in every part of Washington state." Sen.Patty Murray
Feb. 13, 2022 Tweet - "Prescription drugs costs are too high. Letting Medicare negotiate drug prices is a common-sense step that would lower costs and help more people get the health care they need." Sen.Patty Murray
Feb. 13, 2022 Tweet - "We should be a country where workers aren't punished by losing a paycheck for trying to take time off to take care of themselves or their loved ones. We need paid leave." Sen.Patty Murray
Feb. 13, 2022 Tweet - "The path to protecting a federal right to abortion goes through the Senate--and I'm doing everything I can to pass the Women's Health Protection Act." Sen.Patty Murray
Feb. 12, 2022 Tweet - "My office has been flooded with calls from people across WA state voicing their support for strong federal voting rights legislation. Getting this done is the right thing to do. It's what the people of WA state want. And I'll keep working until we get it done." Sen.Patty Murray
Feb. 12, 2022 Tweet - "We can't find ourselves in the same awful position when the next pandemic hits. We need to be ready. My bill is going to help make sure we are." Sen.Patty Murray
Feb. 12, 2022 Tweet - "The status quo of rising child care costs and waiting lists isn't working for parents. My child care plan both lowers costs for families and helps more people find child care." Sen.Patty Murray
Feb. 11, 2022 Letter to Hon. Meryl Harrell, Deputy Under Secretary, Natural Resources and Environment - Rep. Lauren Boebert Defends County-Level Emergency Services from Encroaching Federal Bureaucracy Rep.Dan Newhouse, ...
Feb. 11, 2022 Senators Cantwell and Murray Hail Introduction of Bipartisan Bill To Modernize Violence Against Women Act Sen.Maria Cantwell
Feb. 11, 2022 Tweet - "Washington state--we're making great progress toward getting our kids vaccinated. Let's keep it up!" Sen.Patty Murray
Feb. 11, 2022 Tweet - "The Texas abortion ban has already been devastating for patients across the state. So many people can't get abortions--and those who have are often forced to go out of state, pay more, & face more barriers to get constitutionally protected health care. It's cruel & wrong." Sen.Patty Murray
Feb. 11, 2022 Letter to Joseph R. Biden, President of the United States - Joyce Urges the President to Address Threat of Fentanyl-Related Substances Flooding into American Communities Rep.Dan Newhouse, ...
Feb. 11, 2022 Senators Murray and Cantwell Hail Introduction of Bipartisan Bill To Modernize Violence Against Women Act Sen.Patty Murray
Feb. 11, 2022 Tweet - "Ask any young person and they'll tell you--addressing the climate crisis is a top priority. It's past time we deliver for our current AND future generations and pass bold action on climate now." Sen.Patty Murray
Feb. 10, 2022 Tweet - "It's absurd and unacceptable that pregnant workers all too often have to choose between a healthy pregnancy and staying on the job. Let's fix this by passing the bipartisan Pregnant Workers Fairness Act." Sen.Patty Murray
Feb. 10, 2022 Tweet - "Good news! The Senate passed the #EndForcedArbitration Act today to help survivors of workplace sexual harassment & sexual assault seek justice. This is a long-overdue step we should build on with additional steps to empower all workers and protect their rights." Sen.Patty Murray
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