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Dec. 14, 2018 Tweet - "On Mount Rainier, snow is the main driver of plant behavior. If there is snow, plants cannot photosynthesize. If they cannot photosynthesize, they cannot grow." We can no longer turn a blind eye to climate change. We must protect our cherished mountains & plants. #ActOnClimate" Sen. Patty Murray
Dec. 13, 2018 Letter to President Donald Trump - Lawmakers Push President to Act on Climate Change Rep. Rick Larsen, ...
Dec. 13, 2018 Kilmer, DelBene Bill to Improve Timber Innovation Passes House, Expected to Become Law Rep. Suzan DelBene, ...
Dec. 13, 2018 Tweet - "From longer, more devastating wildfires & smoke-filled skies, to diminishing salmon runs to changing growing seasons, climate change is real & we're already seeing some of the impacts. We must shine a bright spotlight on what's happening & #ActOnClimate before it's too late." Sen. Patty Murray
Dec. 13, 2018 Tweet - "Sound the alarm. Push for meaningful change. For those of us who believe in science and share concern for future generations, we must continue to #ActOnClimate." Sen. Patty Murray
Dec. 12, 2018 Smith Statement on the Farm Bill Conference Report Passage Rep. Adam Smith
Dec. 12, 2018 Tweet - "There are thousands of men and women in the TriCities community who work day in, day out, to clean up the federal Hanford nuclear site. They are on the front lines of the most complex cleanup job in the US. I stand with WA in putting worker safety first." Sen. Patty Murray
Dec. 12, 2018 United for Climate and Environmental Justice Task Force Co-Chairs Introduced Environmental Rights Legislation Rep. Pramila Jayapal, ...
Dec. 12, 2018 Tweet - "We must continue to sound the alarm, push for meaningful change, and #ActOnClimate." Sen. Patty Murray
Dec. 12, 2018 Tweet - "From higher storm surges in the coastal regions to heat waves in urban centers--the list of ways climate change is already affecting us goes on. We cannot delay any longer and we must #ActOnClimate now." Sen. Patty Murray
Dec. 12, 2018 Tweet - "The time to #ActOnClimate is now." Sen. Patty Murray
Dec. 11, 2018 Western Caucus Applauds EPA and Trump Admin's Action To Reverse Job-Killing WOTUS Rule Rep. Dan Newhouse, ...
Dec. 11, 2018 Western Caucus Applauds EPA and Trump Admin's Action To Reverse Job-Killing WOTUS Rule Rep. Dan Newhouse, ...
Dec. 11, 2018 Tweet - "Climate change can greatly impact our health by changing air quality, increasing exposure to waterborne infectious diseases, and affecting mental health. We're already seeing the effects of climate change and we must #ActOnClimate now--not later." Sen. Patty Murray
Dec. 8, 2018 Tweet - "If the Trump administration won't acknowledge that climate change is real and that we are starting to see the impacts already, then it's up to us to lace up our tennis shoes and do all we can to #ActOnClimate" Sen. Patty Murray
Dec. 8, 2018 Tweet - "From salmon runs to growing seasons to droughts, climate change will have devastating effects in Washington state. We must #ActOnClimate and do all we can to curb the impacts of climate change." Sen. Patty Murray
Dec. 7, 2018 Tweet - "We must continue to #ActOnClimate and shine a bright light on meaningful efforts to combat climate change. We must continue to develop and deploy renewable technologies that can replace fossil fuels. We cannot delay this fight any longer." Sen. Patty Murray
Dec. 7, 2018 Tweet - "According to @UW scientists, if greenhouse gas emissions continue at their current pace, humans will have warmed the ocean about 20% as much as during the largest mass extinction event on Earth. We must continue to #ActOnClimate--not later, but now." Sen. Patty Murray
Dec. 6, 2018 Tweet - "Global emissions of carbon dioxide have reached the highest levels on record." We can't wait any longer--the time to #ActOnClimate is now." Sen. Patty Murray
Dec. 5, 2018 Tweet - "Last month's climate report was compiled by 1,000 scientists & 13 federal agencies. President Trump may continue to dismiss the reality of climate change, but it can't stop the rest of us from shining a bright spotlight on the facts & fighting for action." Sen. Patty Murray
Dec. 4, 2018 Tweet - "Climate change is already having devastating effects on Washington state's: - natural resources - wildlife, fish, & plants - water, transportation, & energy infrastructure - health & social systems - tribes & indigenous peoples We absolutely must continue to fight for action." Sen. Patty Murray
Dec. 3, 2018 Tweet - "While it's extremely frustrating that President Trump and his administration twist the facts in order to suit their agenda, the rest of us who believe in science and share concern for future generations must continue to fight to protect our environment." Sen. Patty Murray
Dec. 3, 2018 Tweet - "Some of the devastating effects of climate change are already being seen across Washington state, and it's clear that the time to act on climate change is now, not later." Sen. Patty Murray
Nov. 30, 2018 Tweet - "President Trump may refuse to accept the reality of climate change, but it can't stop the rest of us from shining a bright spotlight on the facts and continuing to fight for action--for Washington state, the devastating effects of climate change are already starting." Sen. Patty Murray
Nov. 30, 2018 Tweet - "Climate change is already wreaking havoc in WA, but it could get worse--more extreme weather creating more landslides, flooding, drought and wildfires. We must continue sounding the alarm and pushing for meaningful efforts to combat climate change." Sen. Patty Murray
Nov. 28, 2018 Tweet - "For us in WA, climate change is personal. It's already wreaking havoc on our environment and our economy--from longer, more devastating wildfires and smoke-filled skies, to diminishing salmon runs, ocean acidification, and changing growing seasons." Sen. Patty Murray
Nov. 28, 2018 Cantwell, Murray, Colleagues Introduce Senate Resolution Endorsing Findings of Recent Climate Change Reports & Urging Immediate Action Sen. Maria Cantwell, ...
Nov. 28, 2018 Tweet - "Climate change isn't just a problem for future generations--this is happening now in our own communities and backyards. It's time to act now." Sen. Patty Murray
Nov. 28, 2018 Tweet - "Another reminder of the devastating effects that climate change will have in WA--impacting many communities throughout the state, including tribes and indigenous peoples and farmers." Sen. Patty Murray
Nov. 27, 2018 Tweet - "Climate change affects everyone, from the families forced to flee wildfires, landslides, and flooding, to the farmers seeing the growing seasons change, to anyone who skis or enjoys salmon. We must take this climate report seriously and act accordingly." Sen. Patty Murray
Nov. 27, 2018 Tweet - "Climate change throughout WA means increases in: droughts wildfires landslides flooding diseases Things will only get worse if we do not act immediately and aggressively." Sen. Patty Murray
Nov. 26, 2018 Tweet - "Last week the Trump Administration tried to bury the alarming facts found in its new climate report, but there's no hiding that climate change will continue wreaking havoc on our environment & our health unless we start working immediately to address it." Sen. Patty Murray
Nov. 26, 2018 Tweet - "From increasing wildfires to salmon losses to damaged crops & more, the impact of climate change on WA's economy & environment will be dire unless we act now to curb pollution & reverse its negative effects." Sen. Patty Murray
Nov. 15, 2018 Letter to the Hon. Andrew Wheeler, Acting Administrator of the Environmental Protection Agency - Congressional Progressive Caucus Lead 114 House Democrats in Letter to Administrator Wheeler Urging Reversal of Clean Power Plan Replacement Rep. Pramila Jayapal, ...
Nov. 14, 2018 McMorris Rodgers, Newhouse Praise Bureau of Reclamation Announcement of $7.1 Million for Columbia Basin Project Rep. Dan Newhouse, ...
Oct. 26, 2018 Letter to the Honorable Andrew Wheeler, Acting Administrator of Environmental Protection Agency, and the Honorable Elaine Chao, Secretary of Transportation - Oppose Trump Administration's Proposed Fuel Economy Roll-Back Sen. Patty Murray, ...
Oct. 23, 2018 Letter to Elaine Chao, Secretary of Transportation and Andrew Wheeler, Acting Administrator for the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency - Senators to Trump Administration: Don't Challenge California's Clean Car Standards Sen. Maria Cantwell, ...
Oct. 23, 2018 Tweet - "The effects of climate change are unfolding in real time in WA state and across the country--we must believe science, accept the realities of climate change and get to work." Sen. Patty Murray
Oct. 20, 2018 Smith Blasts Trump Administration Proposal to Export Coal and Gas from West Coast Military Bases Rep. Adam Smith
Oct. 19, 2018 Reps. Mcmorris Rodgers, Newhouse Applaud White House Plan to Bring Certainty to Columbia and Snake River System Rep. Dan Newhouse, ...
Oct. 18, 2018 Letter to the Hon. Andrew Wheeler, Acting Administrator of the Environmental Protection Agency - Bonamici, Beyer Lead 96 Colleagues in Opposing Plans to Eliminate the EPA's Office of the Science Advisor Rep. Adam Smith, ...
Oct. 17, 2018 Letter to the Honorable Betsy DeVos, Secretary of Education, and the Honorable Andrew Wheeler, Acting Administrator of the Environmental Protection Agency - Protect Virginia Students From Lead in Drinking Water Sen. Maria Cantwell, ...
Oct. 15, 2018 Tweet - "As one of the lead authors of the @UN's climate change report, @UW professor Kristie Ebi should be commended for her work & for sounding the alarm on emissions. The devastating effects of climate change are here--we must act efficiently and aggressively." Sen. Patty Murray
Oct. 15, 2018 Smith Blasts Trump Administration Proposal to Export Coal and Gas from West Coast Military Bases Rep. Adam Smith
Oct. 13, 2018 Tweet - "Public transit is important for families, commuters and businesses in big and small communities across WA state. I'm proud to support efforts like those at Pierce Transit to provide reliable, affordable and environmentally-friendly alternatives." Sen. Patty Murray
Oct. 12, 2018 Letter to the Hon. Betsy DeVos, Secretary of Education and the Hon. Andrew Wheeler, Acting Administrator of the Environmental Protection Agency - Take Action to Protect Michigan Students from Lead in Drinking Water Sen. Maria Cantwell, ...
Oct. 11, 2018 Letter to the Hon Sonny Perdue, Secretary of Agriculture - House Democrats to President Trump: Don't Kill Protections for America's Largest National Forest Rep. Pramila Jayapal, ...
Oct. 10, 2018 Tweet - "The devastating effects of climate change are unfolding in the communities we love--from worsening public health to longer wildfire seasons that devastate the West. We must believe in science & accept the realities of climate change." Sen. Patty Murray
Oct. 10, 2018 Senator Murray Fights for Washington State Priorities in Wide-Ranging Water Resources Bill Sen. Patty Murray
Oct. 9, 2018 Tweet - "This landmark UN report is sobering and drives home the stark reality that we must act immediately and aggressively on climate change. And those in power must stop propping up well-connected special interests that are making things worse." Sen. Patty Murray
Date Title Politician
Dec. 14, 2018 Tweet - "On Mount Rainier, snow is the main driver of plant behavior. If there is snow, plants cannot photosynthesize. If they cannot photosynthesize, they cannot grow." We can no longer turn a blind eye to climate change. We must protect our cherished mountains & plants. #ActOnClimate" Sen.Patty Murray
Dec. 13, 2018 Letter to President Donald Trump - Lawmakers Push President to Act on Climate Change Rep.Rick Larsen, ...
Dec. 13, 2018 Kilmer, DelBene Bill to Improve Timber Innovation Passes House, Expected to Become Law Rep.Suzan DelBene, ...
Dec. 13, 2018 Tweet - "From longer, more devastating wildfires & smoke-filled skies, to diminishing salmon runs to changing growing seasons, climate change is real & we're already seeing some of the impacts. We must shine a bright spotlight on what's happening & #ActOnClimate before it's too late." Sen.Patty Murray
Dec. 13, 2018 Tweet - "Sound the alarm. Push for meaningful change. For those of us who believe in science and share concern for future generations, we must continue to #ActOnClimate." Sen.Patty Murray
Dec. 12, 2018 Smith Statement on the Farm Bill Conference Report Passage Rep.Adam Smith
Dec. 12, 2018 Tweet - "There are thousands of men and women in the TriCities community who work day in, day out, to clean up the federal Hanford nuclear site. They are on the front lines of the most complex cleanup job in the US. I stand with WA in putting worker safety first." Sen.Patty Murray
Dec. 12, 2018 United for Climate and Environmental Justice Task Force Co-Chairs Introduced Environmental Rights Legislation Rep.Pramila Jayapal, ...
Dec. 12, 2018 Tweet - "We must continue to sound the alarm, push for meaningful change, and #ActOnClimate." Sen.Patty Murray
Dec. 12, 2018 Tweet - "From higher storm surges in the coastal regions to heat waves in urban centers--the list of ways climate change is already affecting us goes on. We cannot delay any longer and we must #ActOnClimate now." Sen.Patty Murray
Dec. 12, 2018 Tweet - "The time to #ActOnClimate is now." Sen.Patty Murray
Dec. 11, 2018 Western Caucus Applauds EPA and Trump Admin's Action To Reverse Job-Killing WOTUS Rule Rep.Dan Newhouse, ...
Dec. 11, 2018 Western Caucus Applauds EPA and Trump Admin's Action To Reverse Job-Killing WOTUS Rule Rep.Dan Newhouse, ...
Dec. 11, 2018 Tweet - "Climate change can greatly impact our health by changing air quality, increasing exposure to waterborne infectious diseases, and affecting mental health. We're already seeing the effects of climate change and we must #ActOnClimate now--not later." Sen.Patty Murray
Dec. 8, 2018 Tweet - "If the Trump administration won't acknowledge that climate change is real and that we are starting to see the impacts already, then it's up to us to lace up our tennis shoes and do all we can to #ActOnClimate" Sen.Patty Murray
Dec. 8, 2018 Tweet - "From salmon runs to growing seasons to droughts, climate change will have devastating effects in Washington state. We must #ActOnClimate and do all we can to curb the impacts of climate change." Sen.Patty Murray
Dec. 7, 2018 Tweet - "We must continue to #ActOnClimate and shine a bright light on meaningful efforts to combat climate change. We must continue to develop and deploy renewable technologies that can replace fossil fuels. We cannot delay this fight any longer." Sen.Patty Murray
Dec. 7, 2018 Tweet - "According to @UW scientists, if greenhouse gas emissions continue at their current pace, humans will have warmed the ocean about 20% as much as during the largest mass extinction event on Earth. We must continue to #ActOnClimate--not later, but now." Sen.Patty Murray
Dec. 6, 2018 Tweet - "Global emissions of carbon dioxide have reached the highest levels on record." We can't wait any longer--the time to #ActOnClimate is now." Sen.Patty Murray
Dec. 5, 2018 Tweet - "Last month's climate report was compiled by 1,000 scientists & 13 federal agencies. President Trump may continue to dismiss the reality of climate change, but it can't stop the rest of us from shining a bright spotlight on the facts & fighting for action." Sen.Patty Murray
Dec. 4, 2018 Tweet - "Climate change is already having devastating effects on Washington state's: - natural resources - wildlife, fish, & plants - water, transportation, & energy infrastructure - health & social systems - tribes & indigenous peoples We absolutely must continue to fight for action." Sen.Patty Murray
Dec. 3, 2018 Tweet - "While it's extremely frustrating that President Trump and his administration twist the facts in order to suit their agenda, the rest of us who believe in science and share concern for future generations must continue to fight to protect our environment." Sen.Patty Murray
Dec. 3, 2018 Tweet - "Some of the devastating effects of climate change are already being seen across Washington state, and it's clear that the time to act on climate change is now, not later." Sen.Patty Murray
Nov. 30, 2018 Tweet - "President Trump may refuse to accept the reality of climate change, but it can't stop the rest of us from shining a bright spotlight on the facts and continuing to fight for action--for Washington state, the devastating effects of climate change are already starting." Sen.Patty Murray
Nov. 30, 2018 Tweet - "Climate change is already wreaking havoc in WA, but it could get worse--more extreme weather creating more landslides, flooding, drought and wildfires. We must continue sounding the alarm and pushing for meaningful efforts to combat climate change." Sen.Patty Murray
Nov. 28, 2018 Tweet - "For us in WA, climate change is personal. It's already wreaking havoc on our environment and our economy--from longer, more devastating wildfires and smoke-filled skies, to diminishing salmon runs, ocean acidification, and changing growing seasons." Sen.Patty Murray
Nov. 28, 2018 Cantwell, Murray, Colleagues Introduce Senate Resolution Endorsing Findings of Recent Climate Change Reports & Urging Immediate Action Sen.Maria Cantwell, ...
Nov. 28, 2018 Tweet - "Climate change isn't just a problem for future generations--this is happening now in our own communities and backyards. It's time to act now." Sen.Patty Murray
Nov. 28, 2018 Tweet - "Another reminder of the devastating effects that climate change will have in WA--impacting many communities throughout the state, including tribes and indigenous peoples and farmers." Sen.Patty Murray
Nov. 27, 2018 Tweet - "Climate change affects everyone, from the families forced to flee wildfires, landslides, and flooding, to the farmers seeing the growing seasons change, to anyone who skis or enjoys salmon. We must take this climate report seriously and act accordingly." Sen.Patty Murray
Nov. 27, 2018 Tweet - "Climate change throughout WA means increases in: droughts wildfires landslides flooding diseases Things will only get worse if we do not act immediately and aggressively." Sen.Patty Murray
Nov. 26, 2018 Tweet - "Last week the Trump Administration tried to bury the alarming facts found in its new climate report, but there's no hiding that climate change will continue wreaking havoc on our environment & our health unless we start working immediately to address it." Sen.Patty Murray
Nov. 26, 2018 Tweet - "From increasing wildfires to salmon losses to damaged crops & more, the impact of climate change on WA's economy & environment will be dire unless we act now to curb pollution & reverse its negative effects." Sen.Patty Murray
Nov. 15, 2018 Letter to the Hon. Andrew Wheeler, Acting Administrator of the Environmental Protection Agency - Congressional Progressive Caucus Lead 114 House Democrats in Letter to Administrator Wheeler Urging Reversal of Clean Power Plan Replacement Rep.Pramila Jayapal, ...
Nov. 14, 2018 McMorris Rodgers, Newhouse Praise Bureau of Reclamation Announcement of $7.1 Million for Columbia Basin Project Rep.Dan Newhouse, ...
Oct. 26, 2018 Letter to the Honorable Andrew Wheeler, Acting Administrator of Environmental Protection Agency, and the Honorable Elaine Chao, Secretary of Transportation - Oppose Trump Administration's Proposed Fuel Economy Roll-Back Sen.Patty Murray, ...
Oct. 23, 2018 Letter to Elaine Chao, Secretary of Transportation and Andrew Wheeler, Acting Administrator for the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency - Senators to Trump Administration: Don't Challenge California's Clean Car Standards Sen.Maria Cantwell, ...
Oct. 23, 2018 Tweet - "The effects of climate change are unfolding in real time in WA state and across the country--we must believe science, accept the realities of climate change and get to work." Sen.Patty Murray
Oct. 20, 2018 Smith Blasts Trump Administration Proposal to Export Coal and Gas from West Coast Military Bases Rep.Adam Smith
Oct. 19, 2018 Reps. Mcmorris Rodgers, Newhouse Applaud White House Plan to Bring Certainty to Columbia and Snake River System Rep.Dan Newhouse, ...
Oct. 18, 2018 Letter to the Hon. Andrew Wheeler, Acting Administrator of the Environmental Protection Agency - Bonamici, Beyer Lead 96 Colleagues in Opposing Plans to Eliminate the EPA's Office of the Science Advisor Rep.Adam Smith, ...
Oct. 17, 2018 Letter to the Honorable Betsy DeVos, Secretary of Education, and the Honorable Andrew Wheeler, Acting Administrator of the Environmental Protection Agency - Protect Virginia Students From Lead in Drinking Water Sen.Maria Cantwell, ...
Oct. 15, 2018 Tweet - "As one of the lead authors of the @UN's climate change report, @UW professor Kristie Ebi should be commended for her work & for sounding the alarm on emissions. The devastating effects of climate change are here--we must act efficiently and aggressively." Sen.Patty Murray
Oct. 15, 2018 Smith Blasts Trump Administration Proposal to Export Coal and Gas from West Coast Military Bases Rep.Adam Smith
Oct. 13, 2018 Tweet - "Public transit is important for families, commuters and businesses in big and small communities across WA state. I'm proud to support efforts like those at Pierce Transit to provide reliable, affordable and environmentally-friendly alternatives." Sen.Patty Murray
Oct. 12, 2018 Letter to the Hon. Betsy DeVos, Secretary of Education and the Hon. Andrew Wheeler, Acting Administrator of the Environmental Protection Agency - Take Action to Protect Michigan Students from Lead in Drinking Water Sen.Maria Cantwell, ...
Oct. 11, 2018 Letter to the Hon Sonny Perdue, Secretary of Agriculture - House Democrats to President Trump: Don't Kill Protections for America's Largest National Forest Rep.Pramila Jayapal, ...
Oct. 10, 2018 Tweet - "The devastating effects of climate change are unfolding in the communities we love--from worsening public health to longer wildfire seasons that devastate the West. We must believe in science & accept the realities of climate change." Sen.Patty Murray
Oct. 10, 2018 Senator Murray Fights for Washington State Priorities in Wide-Ranging Water Resources Bill Sen.Patty Murray
Oct. 9, 2018 Tweet - "This landmark UN report is sobering and drives home the stark reality that we must act immediately and aggressively on climate change. And those in power must stop propping up well-connected special interests that are making things worse." Sen.Patty Murray
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