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Oct. 30, 2022 Tweet - "We all saw what happened on January 6--I was there. It was an attempt to overturn a free and fair election using brute force--and a reminder that we can't take our democracy for granted. We have to fight to protect it." Sen. Patty Murray
Oct. 28, 2022 Tweet - "I am horrified by the assault on Paul Pelosi. My thoughts are with him, @SpeakerPelosi , and their family throughout his recovery. Violence has absolutely no place in our politics or our country." Sen. Patty Murray
Oct. 27, 2022 Tweet - "Today we remember the lives of the 11 people killed at the Tree of Life Synagogue 4 years ago. We've got to continue working to end gun violence and root out hatred everywhere--especially given the awful rise in antisemitism we've seen in our country." Sen. Patty Murray
Oct. 27, 2022 Smith Praises the Defense Department's 2022 Strategic Reviews Rep. Adam Smith
Oct. 24, 2022 Tweet - "My heart breaks for the people of St. Louis & this community in the wake of this awful shooting. We owe it to our kids to make sure they can go to school without fear that they won't come home--that's why I'm going to keep fighting to deliver common-sense gun safety legislation." Sen. Patty Murray
Oct. 22, 2022 Tweet - "With the Inflation Reduction Act, we're finally empowering Medicare to bring big pharma to the negotiating table to lower prescription drug costs for Washington state seniors." Sen. Patty Murray
Oct. 21, 2022 Letter to Mr. Richard C. Visek, Acting Legal Advisor for the US Department of State - Jacobs, Castro Lead Call for Biden Administration to Affirm Global Commitment to Protecting Sexual and Reproductive Rights Post­-dobbs Rep. Suzan DelBene, ...
Oct. 21, 2022 Tweet - "The bipartisan gun safety bill we passed this Congress is the strongest action we've taken on gun violence in nearly 30 years--but there's more to be done, like passing universal background checks & banning assault weapons. I'll keep pushing to save lives in our communities." Sen. Patty Murray
Oct. 21, 2022 Tweet - "Our communities are doing everything they can to fight the opioid crisis, but they need help from the federal government too. I helped secure resources for people on the ground in WA state to fight this, and I'm still pushing for more." Sen. Patty Murray
Oct. 20, 2022 Tweet - "A year ago today, Republicans blocked the #FreedomToVote Act, which would've protected the right to vote, cracked down on dark money, & more. Even as Republicans stand in the way, I'll never stop fighting to protect our democracy--no matter what it takes." Sen. Patty Murray
Oct. 19, 2022 Letter to Joseph R. Biden, President of the United States, Merrick Garland, Attorney General of the United States, Steve Dettelback, Director of the ATF - Chairman Thompson, Reps. Cicilline and Espaillat Lead 135 Members on Ghost Gun Letter to POTUS, ATF, DOJ Rep. Adam Smith, ...
Oct. 12, 2022 Smith Welcomes Biden Administration's National Security Strategy Rep. Adam Smith
Oct. 7, 2022 Murray Slams GOP Bill to Undo Drug Price Negotiation, Let Costs Continue to Skyrocket, and Protect Pharmaceutical Company Profits Sen. Patty Murray
Sept. 22, 2022 Newhouse Introduces Legislation to Strengthen Tribal Law Enforcement, Address MMIW Crisis Rep. Dan Newhouse
Sept. 22, 2022 Rep. Schrier Helps House Pass Bipartisan Bill to Provide Funding for Smaller Police Departments Rep. Kim Schrier
Sept. 18, 2022 Tweet - "Ruth Bader Ginsburg fought every single day for justice and equality--and for women's rights. Today that fight is more important than ever--and it's up to us to fight just as hard as she did." Sen. Patty Murray
Sept. 14, 2022 Newhouse Urges Support for the Parity for Tribal Law Enforcement Act Rep. Dan Newhouse
Sept. 13, 2022 Letter to Hon. Xavier Becerra, Secretary of Health and Human Services - Warner joins Murray and 28 Colleagues in Urging Biden Admin to Strengthen Privacy Protections for Women Seeking Reproductive Health Care Sen. Maria Cantwell, ...
Sept. 13, 2022 Letter to Merrick Garland, Attorney General of the United States, Xavier Becerra, Secretary of Health and Human Services, Miguel Cardona, Secretary of Education - Representatives Bush, Bowman and 30 Colleagues Urge Federal Agencies to Review and Implement Effective School Safety Measures Rep. Pramila Jayapal, ...
Sept. 13, 2022 Tweet - "28 years ago, we successfully passed a federal assault weapons ban to keep weapons of war off our streets. We should absolutely reinstate it--and we should do it now." Sen. Patty Murray
Sept. 8, 2022 Sen. Murray Statement on Ruling Against ACA Threatening Access to PrEP and Preventive Care, Including Birth Control Sen. Patty Murray
Sept. 6, 2022 Smith Concludes Congressional Delegation to Japan, Indonesia Rep. Adam Smith
Sept. 1, 2022 Congresswoman Dean and Senator Warren Urge Bank CEOs to Adopt New Code for Gun and Ammunition Retailers Rep. Suzan DelBene, ...
Aug. 24, 2022 Tweet - "I've heard from people in WA state who've had to ration their insulin because they can't afford it. The Inflation Reduction Act will cap seniors' insulin costs at $35 a month. But we have to do more for EVERYONE. This isn't just about saving money--it's about saving lives." Sen. Patty Murray
Aug. 18, 2022 Tweet - "Even 102 years after the 19th amendment was ratified, women--and in particular women of color--often face barriers to exercising their constitutional right to vote. We have got to do more to protect and strengthen federal voting rights protections. RT if you're with me." Sen. Patty Murray
Aug. 7, 2022 Tweet - "Republicans just voted AGAINST our $35/month insulin cap for patients on private insurance, forcing countless patients to continue rationing their insulin--putting their lives at risk. Everyone should be able to afford the lifesaving medicine they need. This is shameful." Sen. Patty Murray
Aug. 6, 2022 Tweet - "The right to vote is foundational to our democracy. That was true 57 years ago when the Voting Rights Act was signed into law, and it's especially true today. I will never stop fighting to pass strong federal voting rights legislation." Sen. Patty Murray
Aug. 1, 2022 Letter to Janet Yellen, Secretary of the Treasury, Charles Rettig, Commissioner of the Internal Revenue Service - DelBene, Huffman Call on IRS to Review Tax-Exempt "Church Status' for Known Hate Group Rep. Suzan DelBene, ...
Aug. 1, 2022 Smith Statement on Successful al-Qaida Leader Strike Rep. Adam Smith
July 27, 2022 Jayapal Statement on Charge Filed Against Armed Perpetrator Outside Her Home Rep. Pramila Jayapal
July 26, 2022 Senator Murray Pushes to Strengthen Federal Response to Fentanyl Crisis Sen. Patty Murray
July 25, 2022 Letter to Hon. Robert M. Califf, Commissioner of the FDA - Senator Baldwin Voices Support for FDA's Proposed "Life-Saving" Ban on Menthol Cigarettes and Flavored Cigars Sen. Patty Murray, ...
July 20, 2022 Jayapal Statement on House Judiciary Advancing Assault Weapons Ban Rep. Pramila Jayapal
July 19, 2022 Larsen Votes to Protect Marriage Equality Rep. Rick Larsen
July 19, 2022 Letter to Hon. Xavier Becerra, Secretary of Health and Human Services - Murray Presses HHS for Details on Monkeypox Response, Continues Pushing to Pass Her PREVENT Pandemics Act to Strengthen Public Health Preparedness Sen. Patty Murray
July 17, 2022 Tweet - "It's unbelievable that right now, some patients with lupus, arthritis, and other conditions are being denied their prescriptions due to concerns the drugs would be used for an abortion. This is a health care crisis that extreme Republicans have created." Sen. Patty Murray
July 14, 2022 Newhouse Introduces Legislation to Support Tribal Law Enforcement, Protect Native Communities Rep. Dan Newhouse
July 12, 2022 Jayapal and Curtis Introduce Bipartisan Bill to Save Lives from Gun Suicide Rep. Pramila Jayapal
July 6, 2022 Letter to Nancy Pelosi, Speaker of the House, and Kevin McCarthy, House Minority Leader - Urging House Leadership to Vote on Pro-Police Legislation Rep. Marilyn Strickland, ...
July 3, 2022 Tweet - "I negotiated a historic bipartisan agreement to lower drug costs by finally making safe drug importation from Canada a reality. I'm going to do everything I can to get it passed--and it's just one step I'm working on to lower health care costs for WA state families." Sen. Patty Murray
June 29, 2022 Reps. Frankel, Buck Introduce Bipartisan Legislation to Empower Employees, Consumers to Speak Out Against Sexual Harassment Rep. Pramila Jayapal, ...
June 28, 2022 Newhouse Amendment to Combat Fentanyl Crisis Blocked by Democrats Rep. Dan Newhouse
June 27, 2022 Tweet - "Nearly 1 million women in America have reported being shot or shot at by their partners. The bipartisan Safer Communities Act will close the boyfriend loophole and keep guns out of the hands of abusive partners. This will save lives." Sen. Patty Murray
June 25, 2022 Cantwell Statement on Passage of Historic Bipartisan Gun Safety Bill Sen. Maria Cantwell
June 24, 2022 House Passes the Bipartisan Safer Communities Act in a Historic Move to Address Gun Violence Rep. Adam Smith
June 24, 2022 Newhouse Extends Title 42 Authority, Securing Southern Border Rep. Dan Newhouse
June 24, 2022 House Passes Historic Gun Violence Prevention Package to Protect Communities and Children Rep. Suzan DelBene
June 24, 2022 Newhouse Stands Up for Central Washington's 2nd Amendment Rights Rep. Dan Newhouse
June 23, 2022 Tweet - "I voted YES today to pass our bipartisan gun safety package. It's the most significant bill we've passed on gun violence in decades. It doesn't do everything we need to end gun violence--and I'll keep pushing to do more--but it will help save lives." Sen. Patty Murray
June 23, 2022 Senator Murray Helps Pass Bipartisan Gun Safety Bill, Calls to Do More to Keep Students, Families Safe Sen. Patty Murray
Date Title Politician
Oct. 30, 2022 Tweet - "We all saw what happened on January 6--I was there. It was an attempt to overturn a free and fair election using brute force--and a reminder that we can't take our democracy for granted. We have to fight to protect it." Sen.Patty Murray
Oct. 28, 2022 Tweet - "I am horrified by the assault on Paul Pelosi. My thoughts are with him, @SpeakerPelosi , and their family throughout his recovery. Violence has absolutely no place in our politics or our country." Sen.Patty Murray
Oct. 27, 2022 Tweet - "Today we remember the lives of the 11 people killed at the Tree of Life Synagogue 4 years ago. We've got to continue working to end gun violence and root out hatred everywhere--especially given the awful rise in antisemitism we've seen in our country." Sen.Patty Murray
Oct. 27, 2022 Smith Praises the Defense Department's 2022 Strategic Reviews Rep.Adam Smith
Oct. 24, 2022 Tweet - "My heart breaks for the people of St. Louis & this community in the wake of this awful shooting. We owe it to our kids to make sure they can go to school without fear that they won't come home--that's why I'm going to keep fighting to deliver common-sense gun safety legislation." Sen.Patty Murray
Oct. 22, 2022 Tweet - "With the Inflation Reduction Act, we're finally empowering Medicare to bring big pharma to the negotiating table to lower prescription drug costs for Washington state seniors." Sen.Patty Murray
Oct. 21, 2022 Letter to Mr. Richard C. Visek, Acting Legal Advisor for the US Department of State - Jacobs, Castro Lead Call for Biden Administration to Affirm Global Commitment to Protecting Sexual and Reproductive Rights Post­-dobbs Rep.Suzan DelBene, ...
Oct. 21, 2022 Tweet - "The bipartisan gun safety bill we passed this Congress is the strongest action we've taken on gun violence in nearly 30 years--but there's more to be done, like passing universal background checks & banning assault weapons. I'll keep pushing to save lives in our communities." Sen.Patty Murray
Oct. 21, 2022 Tweet - "Our communities are doing everything they can to fight the opioid crisis, but they need help from the federal government too. I helped secure resources for people on the ground in WA state to fight this, and I'm still pushing for more." Sen.Patty Murray
Oct. 20, 2022 Tweet - "A year ago today, Republicans blocked the #FreedomToVote Act, which would've protected the right to vote, cracked down on dark money, & more. Even as Republicans stand in the way, I'll never stop fighting to protect our democracy--no matter what it takes." Sen.Patty Murray
Oct. 19, 2022 Letter to Joseph R. Biden, President of the United States, Merrick Garland, Attorney General of the United States, Steve Dettelback, Director of the ATF - Chairman Thompson, Reps. Cicilline and Espaillat Lead 135 Members on Ghost Gun Letter to POTUS, ATF, DOJ Rep.Adam Smith, ...
Oct. 12, 2022 Smith Welcomes Biden Administration's National Security Strategy Rep.Adam Smith
Oct. 7, 2022 Murray Slams GOP Bill to Undo Drug Price Negotiation, Let Costs Continue to Skyrocket, and Protect Pharmaceutical Company Profits Sen.Patty Murray
Sept. 22, 2022 Newhouse Introduces Legislation to Strengthen Tribal Law Enforcement, Address MMIW Crisis Rep.Dan Newhouse
Sept. 22, 2022 Rep. Schrier Helps House Pass Bipartisan Bill to Provide Funding for Smaller Police Departments Rep.Kim Schrier
Sept. 18, 2022 Tweet - "Ruth Bader Ginsburg fought every single day for justice and equality--and for women's rights. Today that fight is more important than ever--and it's up to us to fight just as hard as she did." Sen.Patty Murray
Sept. 14, 2022 Newhouse Urges Support for the Parity for Tribal Law Enforcement Act Rep.Dan Newhouse
Sept. 13, 2022 Letter to Hon. Xavier Becerra, Secretary of Health and Human Services - Warner joins Murray and 28 Colleagues in Urging Biden Admin to Strengthen Privacy Protections for Women Seeking Reproductive Health Care Sen.Maria Cantwell, ...
Sept. 13, 2022 Letter to Merrick Garland, Attorney General of the United States, Xavier Becerra, Secretary of Health and Human Services, Miguel Cardona, Secretary of Education - Representatives Bush, Bowman and 30 Colleagues Urge Federal Agencies to Review and Implement Effective School Safety Measures Rep.Pramila Jayapal, ...
Sept. 13, 2022 Tweet - "28 years ago, we successfully passed a federal assault weapons ban to keep weapons of war off our streets. We should absolutely reinstate it--and we should do it now." Sen.Patty Murray
Sept. 8, 2022 Sen. Murray Statement on Ruling Against ACA Threatening Access to PrEP and Preventive Care, Including Birth Control Sen.Patty Murray
Sept. 6, 2022 Smith Concludes Congressional Delegation to Japan, Indonesia Rep.Adam Smith
Sept. 1, 2022 Congresswoman Dean and Senator Warren Urge Bank CEOs to Adopt New Code for Gun and Ammunition Retailers Rep.Suzan DelBene, ...
Aug. 24, 2022 Tweet - "I've heard from people in WA state who've had to ration their insulin because they can't afford it. The Inflation Reduction Act will cap seniors' insulin costs at $35 a month. But we have to do more for EVERYONE. This isn't just about saving money--it's about saving lives." Sen.Patty Murray
Aug. 18, 2022 Tweet - "Even 102 years after the 19th amendment was ratified, women--and in particular women of color--often face barriers to exercising their constitutional right to vote. We have got to do more to protect and strengthen federal voting rights protections. RT if you're with me." Sen.Patty Murray
Aug. 7, 2022 Tweet - "Republicans just voted AGAINST our $35/month insulin cap for patients on private insurance, forcing countless patients to continue rationing their insulin--putting their lives at risk. Everyone should be able to afford the lifesaving medicine they need. This is shameful." Sen.Patty Murray
Aug. 6, 2022 Tweet - "The right to vote is foundational to our democracy. That was true 57 years ago when the Voting Rights Act was signed into law, and it's especially true today. I will never stop fighting to pass strong federal voting rights legislation." Sen.Patty Murray
Aug. 1, 2022 Letter to Janet Yellen, Secretary of the Treasury, Charles Rettig, Commissioner of the Internal Revenue Service - DelBene, Huffman Call on IRS to Review Tax-Exempt "Church Status' for Known Hate Group Rep.Suzan DelBene, ...
Aug. 1, 2022 Smith Statement on Successful al-Qaida Leader Strike Rep.Adam Smith
July 27, 2022 Jayapal Statement on Charge Filed Against Armed Perpetrator Outside Her Home Rep.Pramila Jayapal
July 26, 2022 Senator Murray Pushes to Strengthen Federal Response to Fentanyl Crisis Sen.Patty Murray
July 25, 2022 Letter to Hon. Robert M. Califf, Commissioner of the FDA - Senator Baldwin Voices Support for FDA's Proposed "Life-Saving" Ban on Menthol Cigarettes and Flavored Cigars Sen.Patty Murray, ...
July 20, 2022 Jayapal Statement on House Judiciary Advancing Assault Weapons Ban Rep.Pramila Jayapal
July 19, 2022 Larsen Votes to Protect Marriage Equality Rep.Rick Larsen
July 19, 2022 Letter to Hon. Xavier Becerra, Secretary of Health and Human Services - Murray Presses HHS for Details on Monkeypox Response, Continues Pushing to Pass Her PREVENT Pandemics Act to Strengthen Public Health Preparedness Sen.Patty Murray
July 17, 2022 Tweet - "It's unbelievable that right now, some patients with lupus, arthritis, and other conditions are being denied their prescriptions due to concerns the drugs would be used for an abortion. This is a health care crisis that extreme Republicans have created." Sen.Patty Murray
July 14, 2022 Newhouse Introduces Legislation to Support Tribal Law Enforcement, Protect Native Communities Rep.Dan Newhouse
July 12, 2022 Jayapal and Curtis Introduce Bipartisan Bill to Save Lives from Gun Suicide Rep.Pramila Jayapal
July 6, 2022 Letter to Nancy Pelosi, Speaker of the House, and Kevin McCarthy, House Minority Leader - Urging House Leadership to Vote on Pro-Police Legislation Rep.Marilyn Strickland, ...
July 3, 2022 Tweet - "I negotiated a historic bipartisan agreement to lower drug costs by finally making safe drug importation from Canada a reality. I'm going to do everything I can to get it passed--and it's just one step I'm working on to lower health care costs for WA state families." Sen.Patty Murray
June 29, 2022 Reps. Frankel, Buck Introduce Bipartisan Legislation to Empower Employees, Consumers to Speak Out Against Sexual Harassment Rep.Pramila Jayapal, ...
June 28, 2022 Newhouse Amendment to Combat Fentanyl Crisis Blocked by Democrats Rep.Dan Newhouse
June 27, 2022 Tweet - "Nearly 1 million women in America have reported being shot or shot at by their partners. The bipartisan Safer Communities Act will close the boyfriend loophole and keep guns out of the hands of abusive partners. This will save lives." Sen.Patty Murray
June 25, 2022 Cantwell Statement on Passage of Historic Bipartisan Gun Safety Bill Sen.Maria Cantwell
June 24, 2022 House Passes the Bipartisan Safer Communities Act in a Historic Move to Address Gun Violence Rep.Adam Smith
June 24, 2022 Newhouse Extends Title 42 Authority, Securing Southern Border Rep.Dan Newhouse
June 24, 2022 House Passes Historic Gun Violence Prevention Package to Protect Communities and Children Rep.Suzan DelBene
June 24, 2022 Newhouse Stands Up for Central Washington's 2nd Amendment Rights Rep.Dan Newhouse
June 23, 2022 Tweet - "I voted YES today to pass our bipartisan gun safety package. It's the most significant bill we've passed on gun violence in decades. It doesn't do everything we need to end gun violence--and I'll keep pushing to do more--but it will help save lives." Sen.Patty Murray
June 23, 2022 Senator Murray Helps Pass Bipartisan Gun Safety Bill, Calls to Do More to Keep Students, Families Safe Sen.Patty Murray
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