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Feb. 7, 2022 Tweet - "My heart goes out to the Richland community after today's shooting and I'm thinking of our first responders working to apprehend the shooter and keep everyone safe. No one should have to live in fear of gun violence--not in our grocery stores, our schools, or anywhere else." Sen. Patty Murray
Feb. 7, 2022 Letter to Hon. Katherine Tai, Ambassador Office of the United States Trade Representative, Bennet Joins Carper, Portman, Colleagues In Call for Administration to Relaunch a Comprehensive Tariff Exclusion Process Sen. Patty Murray, ...
Feb. 7, 2022 Tweet - "The majority of Americans support #RoeVWade and don't want to see it overturned--they want a country where everyone can control their own bodies and their own futures. That's what I'm fighting for. RT if you're with me." Sen. Patty Murray
Feb. 6, 2022 Tweet - "Protecting DACA recipients is one of the many reasons we need a fair pathway to citizenship." Sen. Patty Murray
Feb. 6, 2022 Tweet - "ICYMI: I recently joined @MomsRising and Seattle families for a virtual town hall where I discussed the work I'm doing in the other Washington to help support our state's parents and families." Sen. Patty Murray
Feb. 6, 2022 Tweet - "Tackling the climate crisis means: Prioritizing clean energy Cleaning up pollution Creating good-paying job opportunities" Sen. Patty Murray
Feb. 5, 2022 Tweet - "Each year, nearly 7 million people need to take leave from work but don't because they can't afford to not get paid. Workers deserve better. That's why I'm fighting to build off #FMLA & pass a comprehensive national paid family & medical leave program & guarantee paid sick days.' Sen. Patty Murray
Feb. 5, 2022 Tweet - "Today, we're the only country in the developed world where people don't have paid parental leave. And we also know that workers need leave to care for a sick child or cope with a major diagnosis. It's a disgrace. We need a national paid leave program. #FMLA29" Sen. Patty Murray
Feb. 5, 2022 Tweet - "Washington state workers and families know how important paid family and medical leave is--and it's why a vast majority support my push for a comprehensive national paid family and medical leave program." Sen. Patty Murray
Feb. 4, 2022 Tweet - "29 years ago, Congress passed #FMLA--a groundbreaking first step that helped workers care for themselves & their families. It's past time to take the next step: passing a comprehensive national paid family & medical leave program & guaranteeing paid sick days." Sen. Patty Murray
Feb. 4, 2022 Letter to Hon. Chiquita Brooks-LaSure, Administrator Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services, and Hon. Rochelle P. Walensky, Director Centers for Disease Control and Prevention - REPS. MONDAIRE JONES AND RITCHIE TORRES LEAD COLLEAGUES IN URGING CDC AND CMS TO MAKE INJECTABLE HIV PREVENTION DRUG FREE Rep. Pramila Jayapal, ...
Feb. 4, 2022 Letter to Hon. Debra Haaland, Secretary of the Interior - Simpson Led Efforts to Rebuke Biden Administration's Misguided Efforts on Sage-Grouse Recovery Rep. Dan Newhouse, ...
Feb. 4, 2022 Letter to Hon. Rosa DeLauro, Chairwoman Subcommittee on Homeland Security; Hon. Kay Granger, Ranking Member House Appropriations Committee; Hon. Lucille Roybal-Allard, Chairwoman Subcommittee on Homeland Security; Hon. Chuck Fleischmann, Ranking Member Subcommittee on Homeland Security - Sarbanes, Pascrell, Katko Demand Increased Funding to Protect Synagogues and Houses of Worship Rep. Adam Smith, ...
Feb. 4, 2022 Letter to Hon. Lloyd Austin, Secretary of Defense, Hon. Denis McDonough, Secretary of Veterans Affairs - Hirono, Colleagues Raise Concerns About Lack of Oversight to Prevent Veteran Suicide Sen. Patty Murray, ...
Feb. 4, 2022 Tweet - "Thanks to funds from the American Rescue Plan, @CityofSeattle provided child care workers with direct relief--a lifeline amidst the COVID-19 pandemic. I spoke with some of those recipients & heard about the difference that support made for child care workers & their families." Sen. Patty Murray
Feb. 4, 2022 Senator Murray Hails Opening of EU Markets for Washington Shellfish Industry Sen. Patty Murray
Feb. 4, 2022 Tweet - "I've heard from people in Washington state frustrated by the problems in our COVID-19 response. Our bipartisan bill will help tackle some of these challenges and make sure we're prepared for the next pandemic." Sen. Patty Murray
Feb. 4, 2022 Letter to Catherine Lhamon, Assistant Secretary of the Department of Education, Office for Civil Rights - Rep Lieu Leads Bipartisan Letter Urging Education Department to Address Antisemitism on College Campuses Rep. Suzan DelBene, ...
Feb. 4, 2022 Tweet - "Birth control is essential health care--full stop--and I'm doing everything I can to make sure that patients can get it without barriers and without extra costs." Sen. Patty Murray
Feb. 4, 2022 Letter to Hon. Merrick Garland, Attorney General US Department of Justice, Congresswoman Wilson Leads Letter on Threats to HBCUs Rep. Pramila Jayapal, ...
Feb. 3, 2022 Tweet - "Inaction on climate is going to cost us. Literally." Sen. Patty Murray
Feb. 3, 2022 Congressman David Schweikert Reintroduces Bipartisan Virtual Currency Tax Fairness Act Rep. Suzan DelBene, ...
Feb. 3, 2022 Letter to Hon. Lloyd Austin, Secretary of Defense and Hon. Denis McDonough, Secretary of Veteran's Affairs - Brown, Colleagues Raise Concerns About Lack of Oversight to Prevent Veteran Suicide Sen. Patty Murray, ...
Feb. 3, 2022 Bioeconomy Research and Development Act of 2021 Rep. Pramila Jayapal
Feb. 3, 2022 Tweet - "TW: mental health and suicide. To prevent suicide, it cannot be a taboo topic. We need to be able to talk about it, and we need to take federal action to address our nation's youth mental health crisis." Sen. Patty Murray
Feb. 3, 2022 Tweet - "Last week I joined grant recipients of @KingCountyWA 's Vulnerable Adults Digital Equity Program, which serves people who face barriers to accessing or using an internet connection. It's great to see federal relief being used to help bridge the digital divide in WA state." Sen. Patty Murray
Feb. 3, 2022 Senator Murray Helps Introduce and Advance Bill to Provide Health Care for Post-9/11 Toxic-Exposed Veterans Sen. Patty Murray
Feb. 3, 2022 Letter to Joseph R. Biden, President of the United States - Bonamici, Assistant Speaker Clark Leads Letter Calling on the Biden Administration to Increase Availability of Tests and Masks for Child Care Providers Rep. Kim Schrier, ...
Feb. 3, 2022 Tweet - "It's 2022--everyone should have access to high-speed internet. I fought to make sure people in WA state could get cheaper, more accessible broadband in both the American Rescue Plan & the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law. Glad to join leaders in WA state today to discuss this." Sen. Patty Murray
Feb. 3, 2022 Tweet - "Just like people across the country aren't giving up on protecting the right to vote, I'm not either. I'm still pushing to pass strong federal voting rights legislation--because it's fundamental to our democracy." Sen. Patty Murray
Feb. 2, 2022 Letter to Hon. Alejandro Mayorkas, Secretary of United States Department of Homeland Security-Meijer, Colleagues Send Bipartisan Letter Opposing New DHS Rule That Would Harm U.S. Food Supply Rep. Suzan DelBene, ...
Feb. 2, 2022 Tweet - "The American people don't want to see U.S. weapons used to commit war crimes against kids or innocent civilians. I've introduced legislation to strengthen the role of Congress in future arms deals & keep our weapons out of the wrong hands." Sen. Patty Murray
Feb. 2, 2022 Tweet - "Great to join @WSU Student Government Council to hear their thoughts & discuss their needs & my work in the other Washington to fight for students. Students are the next generation of leaders & it's important to work with them now to build a brighter future for us all. #GoCougs" Sen. Patty Murray
Feb. 2, 2022 Tweet - "The RAISE program I created continues to fund infrastructure projects in Washington state--helping strengthen our supply chains and create good-paying job opportunities." Sen. Patty Murray
Feb. 2, 2022 Cantwell Calls on Federal Trade Commission to Investigate Fraudulent COVID Tests Sen. Maria Cantwell
Feb. 2, 2022 Senate VA Committee Unanimously Passes Legislation to Provide Health Care for Post-9/11 Toxic-Exposed Veterans Sen. Patty Murray, ...
Feb. 2, 2022 -9999 Sen. Patty Murray
Feb. 2, 2022 Letter to Hon. Merrick Garland, Attorney General - Bicameral Education Committee Leaders Request DOJ Update on Recent HBCU Bomb Threats Sen. Patty Murray, ...
Feb. 2, 2022 Tweet - "The American Rescue Plan is already protecting thousands of workers & retirees from having their pensions cut & finances upended through no fault of their own--& more relief is on the way. This new tracker shows the hard-earned pensions saved & businesses protected by our action." Sen. Patty Murray
Feb. 2, 2022 -9999 Rep. Dan Newhouse
Feb. 2, 2022 Senator Murray Introduces Bill to Prevent U.S. Weapons Going Towards Human Rights Abuses Sen. Patty Murray
Feb. 2, 2022 Tweet - "Parents have to be able to find quality child care in their community at a price they can afford--and that's just not the case for so many right now. My plan is going to help make sure they can." Sen. Patty Murray
Feb. 2, 2022 -9999 Sen. Maria Cantwell
Feb. 2, 2022 -9999 Sen. Maria Cantwell
Feb. 2, 2022 Washington Labor Leader Max Vekich"s Nomination for Commissioner of the Federal Maritime Commission Advances to Senate Floor Sen. Maria Cantwell
Feb. 2, 2022 Tweet - "The threats of violence too many HBCUs have faced over the last several weeks are horrific and gravely concerning. I am requesting immediate answers from @TheJusticeDept on efforts to investigate these threats and keep our communities safe." Sen. Patty Murray
Feb. 1, 2022 Letter to Joseph R. Biden, President of the United States - Allred, Bourdeaux, O'Halleran Urge President Biden to Include Robust Investment in Critical Election Infrastructure in 2023 Budget Rep. Marilyn Strickland, ...
Feb. 1, 2022 Tweet - "LIVE: I'm chairing a Senate HELP Committee hearing on our nation's growing mental health and substance use disorder crises and the actions we must take to address them." Sen. Patty Murray
Feb. 1, 2022 Tweet - "Every year, #BlackHistoryMonth is an opportunity to celebrate the achievements & contributions of Black Americans in WA state & across the nation--many of whom fought for justice & equality at every turn. Honoring that legacy means continuing that fight in every part of our lives." Sen. Patty Murray
Feb. 1, 2022 Tweet - "So many people with disabilities and older adults can't get the home and community-based services they need. They're counting on us to help get people off waitlists and find care at a price they can afford--and it's time we deliver. #CareCantWait" Sen. Patty Murray
Date Title Politician
Feb. 7, 2022 Tweet - "My heart goes out to the Richland community after today's shooting and I'm thinking of our first responders working to apprehend the shooter and keep everyone safe. No one should have to live in fear of gun violence--not in our grocery stores, our schools, or anywhere else." Sen.Patty Murray
Feb. 7, 2022 Letter to Hon. Katherine Tai, Ambassador Office of the United States Trade Representative, Bennet Joins Carper, Portman, Colleagues In Call for Administration to Relaunch a Comprehensive Tariff Exclusion Process Sen.Patty Murray, ...
Feb. 7, 2022 Tweet - "The majority of Americans support #RoeVWade and don't want to see it overturned--they want a country where everyone can control their own bodies and their own futures. That's what I'm fighting for. RT if you're with me." Sen.Patty Murray
Feb. 6, 2022 Tweet - "Protecting DACA recipients is one of the many reasons we need a fair pathway to citizenship." Sen.Patty Murray
Feb. 6, 2022 Tweet - "ICYMI: I recently joined @MomsRising and Seattle families for a virtual town hall where I discussed the work I'm doing in the other Washington to help support our state's parents and families." Sen.Patty Murray
Feb. 6, 2022 Tweet - "Tackling the climate crisis means: Prioritizing clean energy Cleaning up pollution Creating good-paying job opportunities" Sen.Patty Murray
Feb. 5, 2022 Tweet - "Each year, nearly 7 million people need to take leave from work but don't because they can't afford to not get paid. Workers deserve better. That's why I'm fighting to build off #FMLA & pass a comprehensive national paid family & medical leave program & guarantee paid sick days.' Sen.Patty Murray
Feb. 5, 2022 Tweet - "Today, we're the only country in the developed world where people don't have paid parental leave. And we also know that workers need leave to care for a sick child or cope with a major diagnosis. It's a disgrace. We need a national paid leave program. #FMLA29" Sen.Patty Murray
Feb. 5, 2022 Tweet - "Washington state workers and families know how important paid family and medical leave is--and it's why a vast majority support my push for a comprehensive national paid family and medical leave program." Sen.Patty Murray
Feb. 4, 2022 Tweet - "29 years ago, Congress passed #FMLA--a groundbreaking first step that helped workers care for themselves & their families. It's past time to take the next step: passing a comprehensive national paid family & medical leave program & guaranteeing paid sick days." Sen.Patty Murray
Feb. 4, 2022 Letter to Hon. Chiquita Brooks-LaSure, Administrator Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services, and Hon. Rochelle P. Walensky, Director Centers for Disease Control and Prevention - REPS. MONDAIRE JONES AND RITCHIE TORRES LEAD COLLEAGUES IN URGING CDC AND CMS TO MAKE INJECTABLE HIV PREVENTION DRUG FREE Rep.Pramila Jayapal, ...
Feb. 4, 2022 Letter to Hon. Debra Haaland, Secretary of the Interior - Simpson Led Efforts to Rebuke Biden Administration's Misguided Efforts on Sage-Grouse Recovery Rep.Dan Newhouse, ...
Feb. 4, 2022 Letter to Hon. Rosa DeLauro, Chairwoman Subcommittee on Homeland Security; Hon. Kay Granger, Ranking Member House Appropriations Committee; Hon. Lucille Roybal-Allard, Chairwoman Subcommittee on Homeland Security; Hon. Chuck Fleischmann, Ranking Member Subcommittee on Homeland Security - Sarbanes, Pascrell, Katko Demand Increased Funding to Protect Synagogues and Houses of Worship Rep.Adam Smith, ...
Feb. 4, 2022 Letter to Hon. Lloyd Austin, Secretary of Defense, Hon. Denis McDonough, Secretary of Veterans Affairs - Hirono, Colleagues Raise Concerns About Lack of Oversight to Prevent Veteran Suicide Sen.Patty Murray, ...
Feb. 4, 2022 Tweet - "Thanks to funds from the American Rescue Plan, @CityofSeattle provided child care workers with direct relief--a lifeline amidst the COVID-19 pandemic. I spoke with some of those recipients & heard about the difference that support made for child care workers & their families." Sen.Patty Murray
Feb. 4, 2022 Senator Murray Hails Opening of EU Markets for Washington Shellfish Industry Sen.Patty Murray
Feb. 4, 2022 Tweet - "I've heard from people in Washington state frustrated by the problems in our COVID-19 response. Our bipartisan bill will help tackle some of these challenges and make sure we're prepared for the next pandemic." Sen.Patty Murray
Feb. 4, 2022 Letter to Catherine Lhamon, Assistant Secretary of the Department of Education, Office for Civil Rights - Rep Lieu Leads Bipartisan Letter Urging Education Department to Address Antisemitism on College Campuses Rep.Suzan DelBene, ...
Feb. 4, 2022 Tweet - "Birth control is essential health care--full stop--and I'm doing everything I can to make sure that patients can get it without barriers and without extra costs." Sen.Patty Murray
Feb. 4, 2022 Letter to Hon. Merrick Garland, Attorney General US Department of Justice, Congresswoman Wilson Leads Letter on Threats to HBCUs Rep.Pramila Jayapal, ...
Feb. 3, 2022 Tweet - "Inaction on climate is going to cost us. Literally." Sen.Patty Murray
Feb. 3, 2022 Congressman David Schweikert Reintroduces Bipartisan Virtual Currency Tax Fairness Act Rep.Suzan DelBene, ...
Feb. 3, 2022 Letter to Hon. Lloyd Austin, Secretary of Defense and Hon. Denis McDonough, Secretary of Veteran's Affairs - Brown, Colleagues Raise Concerns About Lack of Oversight to Prevent Veteran Suicide Sen.Patty Murray, ...
Feb. 3, 2022 Bioeconomy Research and Development Act of 2021 Rep.Pramila Jayapal
Feb. 3, 2022 Tweet - "TW: mental health and suicide. To prevent suicide, it cannot be a taboo topic. We need to be able to talk about it, and we need to take federal action to address our nation's youth mental health crisis." Sen.Patty Murray
Feb. 3, 2022 Tweet - "Last week I joined grant recipients of @KingCountyWA 's Vulnerable Adults Digital Equity Program, which serves people who face barriers to accessing or using an internet connection. It's great to see federal relief being used to help bridge the digital divide in WA state." Sen.Patty Murray
Feb. 3, 2022 Senator Murray Helps Introduce and Advance Bill to Provide Health Care for Post-9/11 Toxic-Exposed Veterans Sen.Patty Murray
Feb. 3, 2022 Letter to Joseph R. Biden, President of the United States - Bonamici, Assistant Speaker Clark Leads Letter Calling on the Biden Administration to Increase Availability of Tests and Masks for Child Care Providers Rep.Kim Schrier, ...
Feb. 3, 2022 Tweet - "It's 2022--everyone should have access to high-speed internet. I fought to make sure people in WA state could get cheaper, more accessible broadband in both the American Rescue Plan & the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law. Glad to join leaders in WA state today to discuss this." Sen.Patty Murray
Feb. 3, 2022 Tweet - "Just like people across the country aren't giving up on protecting the right to vote, I'm not either. I'm still pushing to pass strong federal voting rights legislation--because it's fundamental to our democracy." Sen.Patty Murray
Feb. 2, 2022 Letter to Hon. Alejandro Mayorkas, Secretary of United States Department of Homeland Security-Meijer, Colleagues Send Bipartisan Letter Opposing New DHS Rule That Would Harm U.S. Food Supply Rep.Suzan DelBene, ...
Feb. 2, 2022 Tweet - "The American people don't want to see U.S. weapons used to commit war crimes against kids or innocent civilians. I've introduced legislation to strengthen the role of Congress in future arms deals & keep our weapons out of the wrong hands." Sen.Patty Murray
Feb. 2, 2022 Tweet - "Great to join @WSU Student Government Council to hear their thoughts & discuss their needs & my work in the other Washington to fight for students. Students are the next generation of leaders & it's important to work with them now to build a brighter future for us all. #GoCougs" Sen.Patty Murray
Feb. 2, 2022 Tweet - "The RAISE program I created continues to fund infrastructure projects in Washington state--helping strengthen our supply chains and create good-paying job opportunities." Sen.Patty Murray
Feb. 2, 2022 Cantwell Calls on Federal Trade Commission to Investigate Fraudulent COVID Tests Sen.Maria Cantwell
Feb. 2, 2022 Senate VA Committee Unanimously Passes Legislation to Provide Health Care for Post-9/11 Toxic-Exposed Veterans Sen.Patty Murray, ...
Feb. 2, 2022 -9999 Sen.Patty Murray
Feb. 2, 2022 Letter to Hon. Merrick Garland, Attorney General - Bicameral Education Committee Leaders Request DOJ Update on Recent HBCU Bomb Threats Sen.Patty Murray, ...
Feb. 2, 2022 Tweet - "The American Rescue Plan is already protecting thousands of workers & retirees from having their pensions cut & finances upended through no fault of their own--& more relief is on the way. This new tracker shows the hard-earned pensions saved & businesses protected by our action." Sen.Patty Murray
Feb. 2, 2022 -9999 Rep.Dan Newhouse
Feb. 2, 2022 Senator Murray Introduces Bill to Prevent U.S. Weapons Going Towards Human Rights Abuses Sen.Patty Murray
Feb. 2, 2022 Tweet - "Parents have to be able to find quality child care in their community at a price they can afford--and that's just not the case for so many right now. My plan is going to help make sure they can." Sen.Patty Murray
Feb. 2, 2022 -9999 Sen.Maria Cantwell
Feb. 2, 2022 -9999 Sen.Maria Cantwell
Feb. 2, 2022 Washington Labor Leader Max Vekich"s Nomination for Commissioner of the Federal Maritime Commission Advances to Senate Floor Sen.Maria Cantwell
Feb. 2, 2022 Tweet - "The threats of violence too many HBCUs have faced over the last several weeks are horrific and gravely concerning. I am requesting immediate answers from @TheJusticeDept on efforts to investigate these threats and keep our communities safe." Sen.Patty Murray
Feb. 1, 2022 Letter to Joseph R. Biden, President of the United States - Allred, Bourdeaux, O'Halleran Urge President Biden to Include Robust Investment in Critical Election Infrastructure in 2023 Budget Rep.Marilyn Strickland, ...
Feb. 1, 2022 Tweet - "LIVE: I'm chairing a Senate HELP Committee hearing on our nation's growing mental health and substance use disorder crises and the actions we must take to address them." Sen.Patty Murray
Feb. 1, 2022 Tweet - "Every year, #BlackHistoryMonth is an opportunity to celebrate the achievements & contributions of Black Americans in WA state & across the nation--many of whom fought for justice & equality at every turn. Honoring that legacy means continuing that fight in every part of our lives." Sen.Patty Murray
Feb. 1, 2022 Tweet - "So many people with disabilities and older adults can't get the home and community-based services they need. They're counting on us to help get people off waitlists and find care at a price they can afford--and it's time we deliver. #CareCantWait" Sen.Patty Murray
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