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March 2, 2022 Letter to Kamala Harris, Vice President of the United States, Janet Yellen, Secretary of the Treasury - Duckworth, Durbin Join Casey in Urging Administration to Promote New Tax Credit to Help Families Address Rising Child Care Costs Sen. Patty Murray, ...
March 2, 2022 Letter to Joseph R. Biden, Jr., President of the United States - Lack of Federal Advertising with Minority Media Rep. Marilyn Strickland, ...
March 1, 2022 Senator Murray Holds Twitter Live with Parents and Workers from Across Washington State; Highlights Major Progress and Focus on Lowering Costs for Families Sen. Patty Murray
March 1, 2022 Tweet - "Tackling the mental health crisis facing our nation--particularly what kids are dealing with--is a priority of mine as Chair of @HELPCmteDems. We've got a bipartisan effort underway to reauthorize, improve, and expand critical mental health & substance use disorder programs. #SOTU" Sen. Patty Murray
March 1, 2022 Tweet - "The last 2 years have been incredibly tough--but WA state & our country are tougher. I'm hopeful about the work ahead to rebuild from this pandemic, make our economy work for working people, & continue our fight for a stronger, fairer future for generations to come. #SOTU" Sen. Patty Murray
March 1, 2022 DelBene Tests Positive for COVID-19 Rep. Suzan DelBene
March 1, 2022 Senator Murray Statement on President Biden's State of the Union Remarks Sen. Patty Murray
March 1, 2022 Letter to Hon. Thomas Vilsack, Secretary of Agriculture U.S. Department of Agriculture - Senators Warnock, Warren, Sanders, Padilla, Murphy, Lawson, Hayes, Torres, Colleagues Urge USDA to Issue Clearer Guidance that Informs Students of Their SNAP Benefits Rep. Pramila Jayapal, ...
March 1, 2022 VIDEO: Senator Murray Focused on Lower Costs, Outlines Priorities Ahead of SOTU Sen. Patty Murray
March 1, 2022 Letter to Hon. Joe Biden, President of the United States, Hon. Alejandro Mayorkas, Secretary of Homeland Security - Espaillat Leads Bipartisan Call on Biden Administration to Designate TPS for Ukraine Rep. Rick Larsen, ...
March 1, 2022 Tweet - "LIVE: I'm talking with my virtual guests to the #SOTU today about the issues that are so important to their families and so many others across WA state, like making child care affordable, expanding the child tax credit, and more." Sen. Patty Murray
March 1, 2022 Tweet - "Democrats have made a lot of progress towards rebuilding our economy, but there's still more to do. I look forward to hearing more from @POTUS at the #SOTU tonight about the work ahead to lower costs for WA state families. I'll be tuning in at 6pm PT." Sen. Patty Murray
March 1, 2022 Tweet - "It's good to see @POTUS start the #SOTU strong with steps to hold Russia accountable for its unjustified and unprovoked war of aggression while uniting our global allies. Congress has a critical role to play and I'll keep looking for ways to support the Ukrainian people." Sen. Patty Murray
March 1, 2022 Letter to Joseph Biden, President of the United Rights - Warner & Kaine Urge Biden Administration to Designate Ukraine for Temporary Protected Status Sen. Patty Murray, ...
March 1, 2022 Jayapal Introduces Legislation to Protect Seniors in Nursing Homes from Corporate Greed Rep. Pramila Jayapal
March 1, 2022 Tweet - "It's completely unacceptable that contaminated infant formula products ever reached babies and that it took months for the company to act." Sen. Patty Murray
March 1, 2022 Tweet - "We have to continue protecting people with disabilities, people who are immunocompromised, & older adults from COVID-19. I'm glad the Biden Admin is taking needed steps to ensure we're looking out for everyone, & I look forward to seeing more." Sen. Patty Murray
March 1, 2022 Rep. Smith Statement on President Biden's First State of the Union Address Rep. Adam Smith
March 1, 2022 Newhouse Introduces Legislation to Bolster American Energy Independence and Block Russia's Attacks on Ukraine Rep. Dan Newhouse
March 1, 2022 Tweet - "We've got to do more to support workers & I'm ready to work with @POTUS to do that by: passing the #PROAct passing the #PaycheckFairnessAct raising the federal minimum wage to $15/hour creating a national paid family & medical leave program ending subminimum wages #SOTU" Sen. Patty Murray
March 1, 2022 Rep. Schrier's Statement on President Biden's First State of the Union Address to Congress Rep. Kim Schrier
March 1, 2022 Tweet - "Today I was briefed on the ongoing and horrible threats HBCUs across the country are receiving and federal efforts to stop them. I'm going to keep pushing on this. We've got to keep students safe from racially motivated violent extremism and hate crimes." Sen. Patty Murray
Feb. 28, 2022 Letter to Joseph R. Biden, Jr., President of the United States - Calling for Temporary Protected Status (TPS) to Be Granted to Ukrainians Rep. Pramila Jayapal, ...
Feb. 28, 2022 DelBene Statement on Second Anniversary of First COVID-19 Death in U.S. Rep. Suzan DelBene
Feb. 28, 2022 Letter to Joseph R. Biden, President of the United States, Alejandro Mayorkas, Secretary of Homeland Security, Antony Blinken, Secretary of States - Rep. Gomez Leads 98 Members in Urging Biden Administration to Designate Ukraine for TPS or DED and Special Student Relief Rep. Pramila Jayapal, ...
Feb. 28, 2022 Tweet - "LIVE: I'm speaking on the Senate floor ahead of today's vote on the Women's Health Protection Act to protect the right to abortion nationwide." Sen. Patty Murray
Feb. 28, 2022 Tweet - "Today the Senate is voting on the Women's Health Protection Act. #RoeVWade is at stake at the Supreme Court. We have to act now. Every senator who wants people to be able to make their own decisions about their own bodies should vote yes today. Sen. Patty Murray
Feb. 28, 2022 DelBene Statement on Second Anniversary of First COVID-19 Death in U.S. Rep. Suzan DelBene
Feb. 28, 2022 Letter to the Hon. Joe Biden, President of the United States - Senators Durbin, Menendez, Portman Lead Letter Urging Biden Administration To Designate Ukraine For Temporary Protected Status Sen. Patty Murray, ...
Feb. 28, 2022 Tweet - "Tonight, Democrats stood up to protect the right to abortion & defend #RoeVWade as the law of the land. Unlike Republicans, we made clear that we trust patients to make their own decisions about their bodies & families. We didn't get the outcome we wanted, but I'm not giving up." Sen. Patty Murray
Feb. 28, 2022 Tweet - "I am sick and tired of the misinformation extreme Republicans have peddled about abortions for decades. Decisions about parenting and pregnancy are entirely YOUR decision--not any politician's." Sen. Patty Murray
Feb. 28, 2022 Letter to Hon. Alejandro Mayorkas, Secretary Department of Homeland Security, Hon. Ur Jaddou, Director U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services - Rep. Grijalva and 46 Members of Congress Urge DHS for Improvements to USCIS Contact Center Rep. Marilyn Strickland, ...
Feb. 28, 2022 Letter to President Joseph R. Biden and Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas, U.S. Department of Homeland Security - Pingree Urges Biden Admin. to Extend Protections for South Sudanese Amid Continued Humanitarian Crises Rep. Rick Larsen, ...
Feb. 28, 2022 Tweet - "For half a century, generations have grown up only knowing an America where the right to abortion is part of the U.S. Constitution. Extreme Republicans are trying--all across the country--to change that. Today I'm voting to stop them. #WHPA" Sen. Patty Murray
Feb. 28, 2022 DelBene Releases Infrastructure Guides Highlighting Historic Funding Heading to WA Rep. Suzan DelBene
Feb. 28, 2022 Senator Murray Statement on the Senate's Women's Health Protection Act Vote Sen. Patty Murray
Feb. 27, 2022 Tweet - "Tomorrow the Senate will vote on the Women's Health Protection Act. I'll be voting YES because passing this crucial legislation means protecting the federal right to abortion." Sen. Patty Murray
Feb. 26, 2022 Tweet - "Many veterans who served post-9/11 are suffering from illnesses caused by toxic exposures and yet have been unable to access the VA medical treatment they need. I helped the Senate pass an important bill to start fixing that." Sen. Patty Murray
Feb. 26, 2022 Tweet - "We should absolutely be thanking our frontline workers for everything they've done amidst this pandemic. But we also need to provide real support. That means raising the federal minimum wage to $15/hour, providing paid leave, and protecting workers who want to unionize." Sen. Patty Murray
Feb. 25, 2022 Letter to Robert Califf, Commissioner of the Food and Drug Administration - Cicilline, Lee, Eshoo, Maloney Lead Colleagues in Urging FDA to End Homophobic Blood Donation Deferral Period Rep. Kim Schrier, ...
Feb. 25, 2022 Letter to Antony Blinken, Secretary of State - Franklin, Carbajal Lead Bipartisan Letter Urging State Department Against Increasing Fees on Temporary Agricultural Worker Visas Rep. Kim Schrier, ...
Feb. 25, 2022 Letter to Hon. Denis McDonough, Secretary of Veterans Affairs - Senator Murray Leads Bipartisan Call to Improve VA Caregivers Program for Veterans and Their Families Sen. Patty Murray, ...
Feb. 24, 2022 Cantwell Statement on Russia's Attack on Ukraine Sen. Maria Cantwell
Feb. 24, 2022 Senator Murray Pushes for More Relief for Small Businesses During Roundtable with Eastern and Central Washington Restaurant Owners Sen. Patty Murray
Feb. 24, 2022 Tweet - "Patients should know they are still protected from surprise medical bills under the law. And I'll stay focused on making sure this law is implemented in a way that also brings down premiums as Congress intended and @POTUS proposed to do." Sen. Patty Murray
Feb. 24, 2022 Tweet - "I'm thinking of people in WA state with friends, family, & loved ones in Ukraine--& my heart is with the Ukrainian people who only want peace, but are being forced to endure a brutal war. I'll continue to do everything I can to ensure the U.S. is supporting the Ukrainian people." Sen. Patty Murray
Feb. 24, 2022 Newhouse Condemns Russia's Attack on Ukraine Rep. Dan Newhouse
Feb. 24, 2022 Tweet - "Democrats have put forward bold plans to lower families' costs on: child care prescription drugs health care & so much more What have Republicans put forward? Nothing that would actually help." Sen. Patty Murray
Feb. 24, 2022 Representative Kim Schrier's Statement on Russian Invasion of Ukraine Rep. Kim Schrier
Feb. 24, 2022 Senator Murray Statement on Russia's Unprovoked and Unjustified Invasion of Ukraine Sen. Patty Murray
Feb. 23, 2022 Tweet - "Like so many others, Washington state restaurants were hit hard by the pandemic. The federal relief Democrats passed in the American Rescue Plan was a lifeline, but there's more we have to do to replenish this crucial support for our state's restaurants." Sen. Patty Murray
Feb. 23, 2022 Tweet - "The Ukrainian people are being plunged into a deadly and devastating war because of the cruel ambition of one dictator--this conflict is totally fabricated but its human toll will be very real. The democracies of the world must stand united with Ukraine & hold Putin accountable." Sen. Patty Murray
Feb. 23, 2022 Tweet - "There is a groundswell of support from families in WA state and across the country to finally address our nation's caregiving crisis--and I'm proud to be with them in this fight. #CareCantWait" Sen. Patty Murray
Feb. 23, 2022 Tweet - "From making sure families can find & afford child care, to decreasing waitlists for home & community-based services, families know: #CareCantWait. I spoke with @MomsRising 's @rowefinkbeiner about the bold federal action we need to fix these crises." Sen. Patty Murray
Feb. 23, 2022 Senator Murray Meets with Seattle Restaurant Owners in Continued Push for Federal Relief for Washington State Small Businesses Sen. Patty Murray
Feb. 23, 2022 Tweet - "Everyone deserves to live with respect, dignity, and independence. For so many people with disabilities and older adults, that isn't the case. We must act to change that AND get caregivers the support they need. #CareCantWait" Sen. Patty Murray
Feb. 23, 2022 Tweet - "Restaurants need our support. While the federal support Democrats provided in the American Rescue Plan helped many stay afloat, the funds ran out before others could get it. I joined restaurant owners in Seattle today to hear about their experience & what more I can do to help." Sen. Patty Murray
Feb. 22, 2022 Tweet - "In the face of an indefensible invasion of Ukraine, the democracies of the world must stand strong & united against Putin. I strongly support @POTUS 's first step of imposing new sanctions on Russia. Putin's aggression will continue to be met with swift & severe consequences." Sen. Patty Murray
Feb. 22, 2022 Letter to Joseph R. Biden, Jr., President of the United States - Urging POTUS to Seek Congressional Approval for Military Involvement in Russia-Ukraine Conflict Rep. Pramila Jayapal, ...
Feb. 22, 2022 Tweet - "When the COVID-19 pandemic hit, some public health officials still had to fax their data--that's absurd. When the next pandemic hits, we can't rely on outdated systems. We have to be quick to respond and my bill will help us do that." Sen. Patty Murray
Feb. 21, 2022 Tweet - "This pandemic has been incredibly difficult on everybody, including our kids. I'm working on bipartisan legislation to help address our nation's mental health crisis." Sen. Patty Murray
Feb. 19, 2022 Tweet - "From birth control to abortion, everyone should be able to get the reproductive health care they need. I will keep fighting until everyone--no matter where they live or how much money they have--can exercise that right." Sen. Patty Murray
Feb. 18, 2022 Tweet - "Getting vaccinated and boosted against COVID-19 are some of the best ways to protect yourself and those around you from severe illness." Sen. Patty Murray
Feb. 18, 2022 Tweet - "Getting vaccinated and boosted against COVID-19 are some of the best ways to protect yourself and those around you from severe illness." Sen. Patty Murray
Feb. 18, 2022 Tweet - "This pandemic has made clear that we've got a caregiving crisis. Democrats' plan to ensure caregivers earn a living wage and make it easier for people with disabilities and older Americans to get the care they need is how we fix this crisis. #NationalCaregiversDay" Sen. Patty Murray
Feb. 18, 2022 Senator Murray Applauds Biden Administration Delivering Defrauded Student Loan Borrowers Millions in Debt Relief Sen. Patty Murray
Feb. 18, 2022 Letter to Tom Vilsack, Secretary of the Department of Agriculture, Deb Haaland, Secretary of the Department of the Interior - Bonamici, Wyden, Merkley, Blumenauer, DeFazio Ask Federal Agencies to Protect and Restore Old-Growth Forests Sen. Patty Murray, ...
Feb. 17, 2022 Letter to Charles P. Rettig, Commissioner of the Internal Revenue Service -Spanberger, Menendez Lead Bicameral Effort Urging IRS to Clear Backlog, Improve Customer Service for Taxpayers During 2022 Filing Season Rep. Rick Larsen, ...
Feb. 17, 2022 IRS Needs "to get into the 21st Century," says Cantwell at Senate Finance Committee Hearing Sen. Maria Cantwell
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. 17, 2022 Letter to Hon. Xavier Becerra, Secretary of Health and Human Services, Dr. Anthony Fauci, Director of the National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Disease, and Dr. Lawrence A. Tabak, Acting Director of the National Institutes of Health - Foster Leads Bipartisan Call to Accelerate Research of COVID-19 Combination Therapies Rep. Kim Schrier, ...
Feb. 17, 2022 Letter to Joseph R. Biden, President of the United States - Hirono Joins 100+ Congressional Colleagues in Urging President Biden to Reverse Inhumane Immigration Policies Rep. Rick Larsen, ...
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. Adam Smith, ...
Date Title Politician
March 2, 2022 Letter to Kamala Harris, Vice President of the United States, Janet Yellen, Secretary of the Treasury - Duckworth, Durbin Join Casey in Urging Administration to Promote New Tax Credit to Help Families Address Rising Child Care Costs Sen.Patty Murray, ...
March 2, 2022 Letter to Joseph R. Biden, Jr., President of the United States - Lack of Federal Advertising with Minority Media Rep.Marilyn Strickland, ...
March 1, 2022 Senator Murray Holds Twitter Live with Parents and Workers from Across Washington State; Highlights Major Progress and Focus on Lowering Costs for Families Sen.Patty Murray
March 1, 2022 Tweet - "Tackling the mental health crisis facing our nation--particularly what kids are dealing with--is a priority of mine as Chair of @HELPCmteDems. We've got a bipartisan effort underway to reauthorize, improve, and expand critical mental health & substance use disorder programs. #SOTU" Sen.Patty Murray
March 1, 2022 Tweet - "The last 2 years have been incredibly tough--but WA state & our country are tougher. I'm hopeful about the work ahead to rebuild from this pandemic, make our economy work for working people, & continue our fight for a stronger, fairer future for generations to come. #SOTU" Sen.Patty Murray
March 1, 2022 DelBene Tests Positive for COVID-19 Rep.Suzan DelBene
March 1, 2022 Senator Murray Statement on President Biden's State of the Union Remarks Sen.Patty Murray
March 1, 2022 Letter to Hon. Thomas Vilsack, Secretary of Agriculture U.S. Department of Agriculture - Senators Warnock, Warren, Sanders, Padilla, Murphy, Lawson, Hayes, Torres, Colleagues Urge USDA to Issue Clearer Guidance that Informs Students of Their SNAP Benefits Rep.Pramila Jayapal, ...
March 1, 2022 VIDEO: Senator Murray Focused on Lower Costs, Outlines Priorities Ahead of SOTU Sen.Patty Murray
March 1, 2022 Letter to Hon. Joe Biden, President of the United States, Hon. Alejandro Mayorkas, Secretary of Homeland Security - Espaillat Leads Bipartisan Call on Biden Administration to Designate TPS for Ukraine Rep.Rick Larsen, ...
March 1, 2022 Tweet - "LIVE: I'm talking with my virtual guests to the #SOTU today about the issues that are so important to their families and so many others across WA state, like making child care affordable, expanding the child tax credit, and more." Sen.Patty Murray
March 1, 2022 Tweet - "Democrats have made a lot of progress towards rebuilding our economy, but there's still more to do. I look forward to hearing more from @POTUS at the #SOTU tonight about the work ahead to lower costs for WA state families. I'll be tuning in at 6pm PT." Sen.Patty Murray
March 1, 2022 Tweet - "It's good to see @POTUS start the #SOTU strong with steps to hold Russia accountable for its unjustified and unprovoked war of aggression while uniting our global allies. Congress has a critical role to play and I'll keep looking for ways to support the Ukrainian people." Sen.Patty Murray
March 1, 2022 Letter to Joseph Biden, President of the United Rights - Warner & Kaine Urge Biden Administration to Designate Ukraine for Temporary Protected Status Sen.Patty Murray, ...
March 1, 2022 Jayapal Introduces Legislation to Protect Seniors in Nursing Homes from Corporate Greed Rep.Pramila Jayapal
March 1, 2022 Tweet - "It's completely unacceptable that contaminated infant formula products ever reached babies and that it took months for the company to act." Sen.Patty Murray
March 1, 2022 Tweet - "We have to continue protecting people with disabilities, people who are immunocompromised, & older adults from COVID-19. I'm glad the Biden Admin is taking needed steps to ensure we're looking out for everyone, & I look forward to seeing more." Sen.Patty Murray
March 1, 2022 Rep. Smith Statement on President Biden's First State of the Union Address Rep.Adam Smith
March 1, 2022 Newhouse Introduces Legislation to Bolster American Energy Independence and Block Russia's Attacks on Ukraine Rep.Dan Newhouse
March 1, 2022 Tweet - "We've got to do more to support workers & I'm ready to work with @POTUS to do that by: passing the #PROAct passing the #PaycheckFairnessAct raising the federal minimum wage to $15/hour creating a national paid family & medical leave program ending subminimum wages #SOTU" Sen.Patty Murray
March 1, 2022 Rep. Schrier's Statement on President Biden's First State of the Union Address to Congress Rep.Kim Schrier
March 1, 2022 Tweet - "Today I was briefed on the ongoing and horrible threats HBCUs across the country are receiving and federal efforts to stop them. I'm going to keep pushing on this. We've got to keep students safe from racially motivated violent extremism and hate crimes." Sen.Patty Murray
Feb. 28, 2022 Letter to Joseph R. Biden, Jr., President of the United States - Calling for Temporary Protected Status (TPS) to Be Granted to Ukrainians Rep.Pramila Jayapal, ...
Feb. 28, 2022 DelBene Statement on Second Anniversary of First COVID-19 Death in U.S. Rep.Suzan DelBene
Feb. 28, 2022 Letter to Joseph R. Biden, President of the United States, Alejandro Mayorkas, Secretary of Homeland Security, Antony Blinken, Secretary of States - Rep. Gomez Leads 98 Members in Urging Biden Administration to Designate Ukraine for TPS or DED and Special Student Relief Rep.Pramila Jayapal, ...
Feb. 28, 2022 Tweet - "LIVE: I'm speaking on the Senate floor ahead of today's vote on the Women's Health Protection Act to protect the right to abortion nationwide." Sen.Patty Murray
Feb. 28, 2022 Tweet - "Today the Senate is voting on the Women's Health Protection Act. #RoeVWade is at stake at the Supreme Court. We have to act now. Every senator who wants people to be able to make their own decisions about their own bodies should vote yes today. Sen.Patty Murray
Feb. 28, 2022 DelBene Statement on Second Anniversary of First COVID-19 Death in U.S. Rep.Suzan DelBene
Feb. 28, 2022 Letter to the Hon. Joe Biden, President of the United States - Senators Durbin, Menendez, Portman Lead Letter Urging Biden Administration To Designate Ukraine For Temporary Protected Status Sen.Patty Murray, ...
Feb. 28, 2022 Tweet - "Tonight, Democrats stood up to protect the right to abortion & defend #RoeVWade as the law of the land. Unlike Republicans, we made clear that we trust patients to make their own decisions about their bodies & families. We didn't get the outcome we wanted, but I'm not giving up." Sen.Patty Murray
Feb. 28, 2022 Tweet - "I am sick and tired of the misinformation extreme Republicans have peddled about abortions for decades. Decisions about parenting and pregnancy are entirely YOUR decision--not any politician's." Sen.Patty Murray
Feb. 28, 2022 Letter to Hon. Alejandro Mayorkas, Secretary Department of Homeland Security, Hon. Ur Jaddou, Director U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services - Rep. Grijalva and 46 Members of Congress Urge DHS for Improvements to USCIS Contact Center Rep.Marilyn Strickland, ...
Feb. 28, 2022 Letter to President Joseph R. Biden and Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas, U.S. Department of Homeland Security - Pingree Urges Biden Admin. to Extend Protections for South Sudanese Amid Continued Humanitarian Crises Rep.Rick Larsen, ...
Feb. 28, 2022 Tweet - "For half a century, generations have grown up only knowing an America where the right to abortion is part of the U.S. Constitution. Extreme Republicans are trying--all across the country--to change that. Today I'm voting to stop them. #WHPA" Sen.Patty Murray
Feb. 28, 2022 DelBene Releases Infrastructure Guides Highlighting Historic Funding Heading to WA Rep.Suzan DelBene
Feb. 28, 2022 Senator Murray Statement on the Senate's Women's Health Protection Act Vote Sen.Patty Murray
Feb. 27, 2022 Tweet - "Tomorrow the Senate will vote on the Women's Health Protection Act. I'll be voting YES because passing this crucial legislation means protecting the federal right to abortion." Sen.Patty Murray
Feb. 26, 2022 Tweet - "Many veterans who served post-9/11 are suffering from illnesses caused by toxic exposures and yet have been unable to access the VA medical treatment they need. I helped the Senate pass an important bill to start fixing that." Sen.Patty Murray
Feb. 26, 2022 Tweet - "We should absolutely be thanking our frontline workers for everything they've done amidst this pandemic. But we also need to provide real support. That means raising the federal minimum wage to $15/hour, providing paid leave, and protecting workers who want to unionize." Sen.Patty Murray
Feb. 25, 2022 Letter to Robert Califf, Commissioner of the Food and Drug Administration - Cicilline, Lee, Eshoo, Maloney Lead Colleagues in Urging FDA to End Homophobic Blood Donation Deferral Period Rep.Kim Schrier, ...
Feb. 25, 2022 Letter to Antony Blinken, Secretary of State - Franklin, Carbajal Lead Bipartisan Letter Urging State Department Against Increasing Fees on Temporary Agricultural Worker Visas Rep.Kim Schrier, ...
Feb. 25, 2022 Letter to Hon. Denis McDonough, Secretary of Veterans Affairs - Senator Murray Leads Bipartisan Call to Improve VA Caregivers Program for Veterans and Their Families Sen.Patty Murray, ...
Feb. 24, 2022 Cantwell Statement on Russia's Attack on Ukraine Sen.Maria Cantwell
Feb. 24, 2022 Senator Murray Pushes for More Relief for Small Businesses During Roundtable with Eastern and Central Washington Restaurant Owners Sen.Patty Murray
Feb. 24, 2022 Tweet - "Patients should know they are still protected from surprise medical bills under the law. And I'll stay focused on making sure this law is implemented in a way that also brings down premiums as Congress intended and @POTUS proposed to do." Sen.Patty Murray
Feb. 24, 2022 Tweet - "I'm thinking of people in WA state with friends, family, & loved ones in Ukraine--& my heart is with the Ukrainian people who only want peace, but are being forced to endure a brutal war. I'll continue to do everything I can to ensure the U.S. is supporting the Ukrainian people." Sen.Patty Murray
Feb. 24, 2022 Newhouse Condemns Russia's Attack on Ukraine Rep.Dan Newhouse
Feb. 24, 2022 Tweet - "Democrats have put forward bold plans to lower families' costs on: child care prescription drugs health care & so much more What have Republicans put forward? Nothing that would actually help." Sen.Patty Murray
Feb. 24, 2022 Representative Kim Schrier's Statement on Russian Invasion of Ukraine Rep.Kim Schrier
Feb. 24, 2022 Senator Murray Statement on Russia's Unprovoked and Unjustified Invasion of Ukraine Sen.Patty Murray
Feb. 23, 2022 Tweet - "Like so many others, Washington state restaurants were hit hard by the pandemic. The federal relief Democrats passed in the American Rescue Plan was a lifeline, but there's more we have to do to replenish this crucial support for our state's restaurants." Sen.Patty Murray
Feb. 23, 2022 Tweet - "The Ukrainian people are being plunged into a deadly and devastating war because of the cruel ambition of one dictator--this conflict is totally fabricated but its human toll will be very real. The democracies of the world must stand united with Ukraine & hold Putin accountable." Sen.Patty Murray
Feb. 23, 2022 Tweet - "There is a groundswell of support from families in WA state and across the country to finally address our nation's caregiving crisis--and I'm proud to be with them in this fight. #CareCantWait" Sen.Patty Murray
Feb. 23, 2022 Tweet - "From making sure families can find & afford child care, to decreasing waitlists for home & community-based services, families know: #CareCantWait. I spoke with @MomsRising 's @rowefinkbeiner about the bold federal action we need to fix these crises." Sen.Patty Murray
Feb. 23, 2022 Senator Murray Meets with Seattle Restaurant Owners in Continued Push for Federal Relief for Washington State Small Businesses Sen.Patty Murray
Feb. 23, 2022 Tweet - "Everyone deserves to live with respect, dignity, and independence. For so many people with disabilities and older adults, that isn't the case. We must act to change that AND get caregivers the support they need. #CareCantWait" Sen.Patty Murray
Feb. 23, 2022 Tweet - "Restaurants need our support. While the federal support Democrats provided in the American Rescue Plan helped many stay afloat, the funds ran out before others could get it. I joined restaurant owners in Seattle today to hear about their experience & what more I can do to help." Sen.Patty Murray
Feb. 22, 2022 Tweet - "In the face of an indefensible invasion of Ukraine, the democracies of the world must stand strong & united against Putin. I strongly support @POTUS 's first step of imposing new sanctions on Russia. Putin's aggression will continue to be met with swift & severe consequences." Sen.Patty Murray
Feb. 22, 2022 Letter to Joseph R. Biden, Jr., President of the United States - Urging POTUS to Seek Congressional Approval for Military Involvement in Russia-Ukraine Conflict Rep.Pramila Jayapal, ...
Feb. 22, 2022 Tweet - "When the COVID-19 pandemic hit, some public health officials still had to fax their data--that's absurd. When the next pandemic hits, we can't rely on outdated systems. We have to be quick to respond and my bill will help us do that." Sen.Patty Murray
Feb. 21, 2022 Tweet - "This pandemic has been incredibly difficult on everybody, including our kids. I'm working on bipartisan legislation to help address our nation's mental health crisis." Sen.Patty Murray
Feb. 19, 2022 Tweet - "From birth control to abortion, everyone should be able to get the reproductive health care they need. I will keep fighting until everyone--no matter where they live or how much money they have--can exercise that right." Sen.Patty Murray
Feb. 18, 2022 Tweet - "Getting vaccinated and boosted against COVID-19 are some of the best ways to protect yourself and those around you from severe illness." Sen.Patty Murray
Feb. 18, 2022 Tweet - "Getting vaccinated and boosted against COVID-19 are some of the best ways to protect yourself and those around you from severe illness." Sen.Patty Murray
Feb. 18, 2022 Tweet - "This pandemic has made clear that we've got a caregiving crisis. Democrats' plan to ensure caregivers earn a living wage and make it easier for people with disabilities and older Americans to get the care they need is how we fix this crisis. #NationalCaregiversDay" Sen.Patty Murray
Feb. 18, 2022 Senator Murray Applauds Biden Administration Delivering Defrauded Student Loan Borrowers Millions in Debt Relief Sen.Patty Murray
Feb. 18, 2022 Letter to Tom Vilsack, Secretary of the Department of Agriculture, Deb Haaland, Secretary of the Department of the Interior - Bonamici, Wyden, Merkley, Blumenauer, DeFazio Ask Federal Agencies to Protect and Restore Old-Growth Forests Sen.Patty Murray, ...
Feb. 17, 2022 Letter to Charles P. Rettig, Commissioner of the Internal Revenue Service -Spanberger, Menendez Lead Bicameral Effort Urging IRS to Clear Backlog, Improve Customer Service for Taxpayers During 2022 Filing Season Rep.Rick Larsen, ...
Feb. 17, 2022 IRS Needs "to get into the 21st Century," says Cantwell at Senate Finance Committee Hearing Sen.Maria Cantwell
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. 17, 2022 Letter to Hon. Xavier Becerra, Secretary of Health and Human Services, Dr. Anthony Fauci, Director of the National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Disease, and Dr. Lawrence A. Tabak, Acting Director of the National Institutes of Health - Foster Leads Bipartisan Call to Accelerate Research of COVID-19 Combination Therapies Rep.Kim Schrier, ...
Feb. 17, 2022 Letter to Joseph R. Biden, President of the United States - Hirono Joins 100+ Congressional Colleagues in Urging President Biden to Reverse Inhumane Immigration Policies Rep.Rick Larsen, ...
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.Adam Smith, ...
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