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Feb. 17, 2022 IRS Needs "to get into the 21st Century," says Cantwell at Senate Finance Committee Hearing Sen. Maria Cantwell
Feb. 14, 2022 Tweet - "People in WA state have made clear they want a @USPS that delivers (literally). I'm working to: Support postal workers Get USPS on solid financial footing Increase transparency Maintain 6 days of delivery Let's vote on this bill & get it to @POTUS's desk ASAP." Sen. Patty Murray
Feb. 12, 2022 Tweet - "My office has been flooded with calls from people across WA state voicing their support for strong federal voting rights legislation. Getting this done is the right thing to do. It's what the people of WA state want. And I'll keep working until we get it done." Sen. Patty Murray
Feb. 12, 2022 Tweet - "We can't find ourselves in the same awful position when the next pandemic hits. We need to be ready. My bill is going to help make sure we are." Sen. Patty Murray
Feb. 11, 2022 Senators Murray and Cantwell Hail Introduction of Bipartisan Bill To Modernize Violence Against Women Act Sen. Patty Murray
Feb. 11, 2022 Letter to Hon. Meryl Harrell, Deputy Under Secretary, Natural Resources and Environment - Rep. Lauren Boebert Defends County-Level Emergency Services from Encroaching Federal Bureaucracy Rep. Dan Newhouse, ...
Feb. 9, 2022 Tweet - "We acted to strengthen our nation's roads, bridges, and transit. And families also need support bringing down the costs of child care, prescription drugs, and so much more. Let's deliver for them and build an economy that works for everyone." Sen. Patty Murray
Feb. 8, 2022 Letter to Hon. Merrick Garland, Attorney General Dept. of Justice - Pressley, Clyburn, Jones Lead Congressional Black Caucus Members in Urging DOJ to Aggressively Increase Efforts to Protect Voting Rights Rep. Marilyn Strickland, ...
Feb. 8, 2022 Tweet - "Simply put, members of Congress shouldn't be using insider knowledge to make money in the stock market. @ossoff 's Ban Congressional Stock Trading Act is an overdue & common-sense step to ensure elected officials are focused on serving constituents--not lining their own pockets." Sen. Patty Murray
Feb. 7, 2022 Momentum Continues to Build for Sen. Ossoff's Congressional Stock Trading Ban in Congress & Nationwide Sen. Patty Murray, ...
Feb. 7, 2022 Tweet - "As Chair of @HELPCmteDems , I'm fighting every day to protect every single worker's right to form and join a union--and that absolutely includes Congressional workers. If they choose to exercise that right, I would support it wholeheartedly." 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 Washington Labor Leader Max Vekich"s Nomination for Commissioner of the Federal Maritime Commission Advances to Senate Floor Sen. Maria Cantwell
Feb. 1, 2022 Tweet - "When we talk about appointing good people in government--people who will do the work--we're talking about Shalanda Young. She's a highly-qualified, excellent nominee to lead @WhiteHouse 's Office of Management & Budget. Glad to have introduced her at today's @SenateBudget hearing." Sen. Patty Murray
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 Senator Murray Leads Hearing On Mental Health and Substance Use Disorder Crises Worsened by COVID-19 Sen. Patty Murray
Jan. 28, 2022 Senator Murray Announces Availability of Bipartisan Infrastructure Law Funding for Washington State Projects Sen. Patty Murray
Jan. 28, 2022 Tweet - "It's clear that right now, we're not ready for the next pandemic. I'm working to fix that with our bipartisan PREVENT Pandemics Act. This bill will make sure we learn from & fix several of the longstanding challenges that undermined our COVID-19 pandemic response from the start." Sen. Patty Murray
Jan. 28, 2022 Tweet - "Yesterday I joined WA state leaders & child care advocates to discuss how my child care proposal would build on our state's Fair Start For Kids Act. While our state is on the right path, we can do more, & I'll keep pushing in the other Washington to bolster these efforts." Sen. Patty Murray
Jan. 27, 2022 Tweet - "I look forward to working with @POTUS and my Senate colleagues to confirm the first Black woman to the Supreme Court as quickly as possible." Sen. Patty Murray
Jan. 26, 2022 Letter to Joseph R. Biden, President of the United States - Ahead of Nuclear Posture Review Release, Sens. Markey, Merkley and Reps. Garamendi, Beyer Lead Colleagues in Urging President Biden to Reduce U.S. Reliance on Nuclear Weapons Sen. Patty Murray, ...
Jan. 26, 2022 Senator Murray Pushes for First Black Woman on Supreme Court Following Justice Breyer Retirement Sen. Patty Murray
Jan. 26, 2022 Tweet - "Justice Breyer has led an exemplary & distinguished career in public service. I'm grateful to him for all that he has done for our country. I support @POTUS 's pledge to nominate the first Black woman to the Supreme Court. The Court should reflect the diversity of our country." Sen. Patty Murray
Jan. 25, 2022 Tweet - "At my town hall tomorrow with Seattle families and @MomsRising , I'll be directly answering YOUR questions about the challenges and solutions to the issues parents are facing. Click the link below to submit your question." Sen. Patty Murray
Jan. 25, 2022 Tweet - "Big, bold action to lower carbon emissions is exactly what we need to help tackle the climate crisis--and we need it sooner rather than later." Sen. Patty Murray
Jan. 25, 2022 Tweet - "The pain of this pandemic is unforgettable, & we have a responsibility to make sure its lessons are too. Today I introduced the bipartisan PREVENT Pandemics Act, which will help ensure we fully account for & address the consequential gaps & breakdowns in our COVID-19 response." Sen. Patty Murray
Jan. 24, 2022 Tweet - "WEDNESDAY at 5pm PT: I'm joining Seattle area parents and @MomsRising for a virtual town hall to discuss the issues most important to our state's families. Have a question you want me to answer? Click the link below to submit it." Sen. Patty Murray
Jan. 24, 2022 Tweet - "I'm determined to make sure every student in WA state can get online and get the education they deserve. New funding from the American Rescue Plan to our state's schools & libraries will help to do just that." Sen. Patty Murray
Jan. 24, 2022 Letter to Hon. Nancy Pelosi, Speaker of the House; Hon. Kevin McCarthy, Republican Leader of the House - O'Halleran Join Bipartisan Group Calling for Votes on Legislation to Ban Stock Trading by Members of Congress Rep. Pramila Jayapal, ...
Jan. 23, 2022 Tweet - "I was proud to recommend Tiffany Cartwright to the federal bench--she's a tested & proven civil rights attorney with extensive experience, and a track record of seeking justice for people who have faced discrimination, police misconduct, & more." Sen. Patty Murray
Jan. 21, 2022 Following Reversal of Trump's Title X Gag Rule, Senator Murray Announces First Title X Funding for Washington State Since 2019 Sen. Patty Murray
Jan. 20, 2022 Senator Murray Discusses Need to Protect Abortion Rights Ahead of Roe v. Wade Anniversary With Spokane Providers, Patients, and Advocates Sen. Patty Murray
Jan. 20, 2022 Tweet - "142 days. It's been 142 days since Texans have had their right to an abortion violated and haven't been able to make their own decisions about their bodies, families, and futures. This isn't just unacceptable--it's unconstitutional." Sen. Patty Murray
Jan. 19, 2022 Senator Murray Applauds Nomination of Civil Rights Lawyer Tiffany M. Cartwright to Federal Bench in Washington State Sen. Patty Murray
Jan. 19, 2022 Tweet - "The question before every Senator tonight was whether democracy should come before Senate procedure. I voted to protect the right to vote over protecting the filibuster. I'm as frustrated as anyone about this outcome because of what's at stake, but I promise to keep fighting." Sen. Patty Murray
Jan. 19, 2022 Senator Murray Statement on Voting Rights Sen. Patty Murray
Jan. 19, 2022 Tweet - "Live on the Senate floor, I'm talking about our democracy, how it works, and why we urgently need to protect the right to vote." Sen. Patty Murray
Jan. 19, 2022 Tweet - "If it's the filibuster or democracy, I'll choose our democracy. We absolutely need to pass voting rights protections in the Senate--and we need to restore the Senate so that it is accountable to the people it represents." Sen. Patty Murray
Jan. 19, 2022 Tweet - "History is sitting on our shoulders right now. The American people are looking to us for a way to move forward & protect the right to vote--& this is it. And all that's standing in our way is Senate procedure--Senate procedure that a majority of us voted to change just last month." Sen. Patty Murray
Jan. 18, 2022 Cantwell Defends Voting Rights on the Senate Floor, Highlights Success of Washington State Vote-By-Mail, Business Leader Support Sen. Maria Cantwell
Jan. 18, 2022 Tweet - "I'm going to sign onto Senator @ossoff 's bill to ban members of Congress from trading stocks while in office. This is a common sense step to provide much needed transparency." Sen. Patty Murray
Jan. 17, 2022 Tweet - "Today we remember Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. and his continued fight for justice. If we're serious about honoring Dr. King's legacy, let's do so by passing strong federal voting rights legislation to protect every American's right to be heard in our democracy. #MLKDay" Sen. Patty Murray
Jan. 16, 2022 Tweet - "Insulin is a lifesaving, necessary drug for so many people. It's outrageous that it costs so much some patients ration it. #BuildBackBetter would cap the cost of insulin at $35/month for millions of people--& it's one of the many reasons why we need to pass it soon." Sen. Patty Murray
Jan. 14, 2022 Tweet - "To be absolutely clear: we cannot let the filibuster stop us from ever debating voting rights or any other issue just one member might disagree with. We need to change Senate rules. #WeWantVotingRights" Sen. Patty Murray
Jan. 14, 2022 Letter to Hon. Joseph Biden, President of the United Staes - Rep. Correa Fights for Health Care Workers Safety During Covid-19 Pandemic Rep. Rick Larsen, ...
Jan. 13, 2022 Senator Murray on SCOTUS Decision Blocking Enforcement of the OSHA Vaccine or Testing Workplace Safety Standard Sen. Patty Murray
Jan. 13, 2022 Tweet - "The workplace vaccine or test requirement is a commonsense step to protect workers & help stop the spread of COVID-19 in the workplace. It's absurd the SCOTUS decision failed to recognize the serious risk workers face." Sen. Patty Murray
Jan. 13, 2022 Senator Murray Hears from Spokane Renters About How the American Rescue Plan is Lowering their Housing Costs, Announces Major Utility Assistance for Washington State Sen. Patty Murray
Jan. 12, 2022 Tweet - "The Senate is broken. My colleagues know I am someone whose focus is always on getting things done for WA state & our country. But outdated, misused procedure is getting in the way of debate & legislation. With all our country faces right now, we've absolutely got to fix it." Sen. Patty Murray
Jan. 11, 2022 Tweet - "LIVE: I'm chairing a Senate HELP Committee hearing with our nation's leading public health experts and COVID-19 response team on the pandemic and our efforts to address new variants like Omicron." Sen. Patty Murray
Date Title Politician
Feb. 17, 2022 IRS Needs "to get into the 21st Century," says Cantwell at Senate Finance Committee Hearing Sen.Maria Cantwell
Feb. 14, 2022 Tweet - "People in WA state have made clear they want a @USPS that delivers (literally). I'm working to: Support postal workers Get USPS on solid financial footing Increase transparency Maintain 6 days of delivery Let's vote on this bill & get it to @POTUS's desk ASAP." Sen.Patty Murray
Feb. 12, 2022 Tweet - "My office has been flooded with calls from people across WA state voicing their support for strong federal voting rights legislation. Getting this done is the right thing to do. It's what the people of WA state want. And I'll keep working until we get it done." Sen.Patty Murray
Feb. 12, 2022 Tweet - "We can't find ourselves in the same awful position when the next pandemic hits. We need to be ready. My bill is going to help make sure we are." Sen.Patty Murray
Feb. 11, 2022 Senators Murray and Cantwell Hail Introduction of Bipartisan Bill To Modernize Violence Against Women Act Sen.Patty Murray
Feb. 11, 2022 Letter to Hon. Meryl Harrell, Deputy Under Secretary, Natural Resources and Environment - Rep. Lauren Boebert Defends County-Level Emergency Services from Encroaching Federal Bureaucracy Rep.Dan Newhouse, ...
Feb. 9, 2022 Tweet - "We acted to strengthen our nation's roads, bridges, and transit. And families also need support bringing down the costs of child care, prescription drugs, and so much more. Let's deliver for them and build an economy that works for everyone." Sen.Patty Murray
Feb. 8, 2022 Letter to Hon. Merrick Garland, Attorney General Dept. of Justice - Pressley, Clyburn, Jones Lead Congressional Black Caucus Members in Urging DOJ to Aggressively Increase Efforts to Protect Voting Rights Rep.Marilyn Strickland, ...
Feb. 8, 2022 Tweet - "Simply put, members of Congress shouldn't be using insider knowledge to make money in the stock market. @ossoff 's Ban Congressional Stock Trading Act is an overdue & common-sense step to ensure elected officials are focused on serving constituents--not lining their own pockets." Sen.Patty Murray
Feb. 7, 2022 Momentum Continues to Build for Sen. Ossoff's Congressional Stock Trading Ban in Congress & Nationwide Sen.Patty Murray, ...
Feb. 7, 2022 Tweet - "As Chair of @HELPCmteDems , I'm fighting every day to protect every single worker's right to form and join a union--and that absolutely includes Congressional workers. If they choose to exercise that right, I would support it wholeheartedly." 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 Washington Labor Leader Max Vekich"s Nomination for Commissioner of the Federal Maritime Commission Advances to Senate Floor Sen.Maria Cantwell
Feb. 1, 2022 Tweet - "When we talk about appointing good people in government--people who will do the work--we're talking about Shalanda Young. She's a highly-qualified, excellent nominee to lead @WhiteHouse 's Office of Management & Budget. Glad to have introduced her at today's @SenateBudget hearing." Sen.Patty Murray
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 Senator Murray Leads Hearing On Mental Health and Substance Use Disorder Crises Worsened by COVID-19 Sen.Patty Murray
Jan. 28, 2022 Senator Murray Announces Availability of Bipartisan Infrastructure Law Funding for Washington State Projects Sen.Patty Murray
Jan. 28, 2022 Tweet - "It's clear that right now, we're not ready for the next pandemic. I'm working to fix that with our bipartisan PREVENT Pandemics Act. This bill will make sure we learn from & fix several of the longstanding challenges that undermined our COVID-19 pandemic response from the start." Sen.Patty Murray
Jan. 28, 2022 Tweet - "Yesterday I joined WA state leaders & child care advocates to discuss how my child care proposal would build on our state's Fair Start For Kids Act. While our state is on the right path, we can do more, & I'll keep pushing in the other Washington to bolster these efforts." Sen.Patty Murray
Jan. 27, 2022 Tweet - "I look forward to working with @POTUS and my Senate colleagues to confirm the first Black woman to the Supreme Court as quickly as possible." Sen.Patty Murray
Jan. 26, 2022 Letter to Joseph R. Biden, President of the United States - Ahead of Nuclear Posture Review Release, Sens. Markey, Merkley and Reps. Garamendi, Beyer Lead Colleagues in Urging President Biden to Reduce U.S. Reliance on Nuclear Weapons Sen.Patty Murray, ...
Jan. 26, 2022 Senator Murray Pushes for First Black Woman on Supreme Court Following Justice Breyer Retirement Sen.Patty Murray
Jan. 26, 2022 Tweet - "Justice Breyer has led an exemplary & distinguished career in public service. I'm grateful to him for all that he has done for our country. I support @POTUS 's pledge to nominate the first Black woman to the Supreme Court. The Court should reflect the diversity of our country." Sen.Patty Murray
Jan. 25, 2022 Tweet - "At my town hall tomorrow with Seattle families and @MomsRising , I'll be directly answering YOUR questions about the challenges and solutions to the issues parents are facing. Click the link below to submit your question." Sen.Patty Murray
Jan. 25, 2022 Tweet - "Big, bold action to lower carbon emissions is exactly what we need to help tackle the climate crisis--and we need it sooner rather than later." Sen.Patty Murray
Jan. 25, 2022 Tweet - "The pain of this pandemic is unforgettable, & we have a responsibility to make sure its lessons are too. Today I introduced the bipartisan PREVENT Pandemics Act, which will help ensure we fully account for & address the consequential gaps & breakdowns in our COVID-19 response." Sen.Patty Murray
Jan. 24, 2022 Tweet - "WEDNESDAY at 5pm PT: I'm joining Seattle area parents and @MomsRising for a virtual town hall to discuss the issues most important to our state's families. Have a question you want me to answer? Click the link below to submit it." Sen.Patty Murray
Jan. 24, 2022 Tweet - "I'm determined to make sure every student in WA state can get online and get the education they deserve. New funding from the American Rescue Plan to our state's schools & libraries will help to do just that." Sen.Patty Murray
Jan. 24, 2022 Letter to Hon. Nancy Pelosi, Speaker of the House; Hon. Kevin McCarthy, Republican Leader of the House - O'Halleran Join Bipartisan Group Calling for Votes on Legislation to Ban Stock Trading by Members of Congress Rep.Pramila Jayapal, ...
Jan. 23, 2022 Tweet - "I was proud to recommend Tiffany Cartwright to the federal bench--she's a tested & proven civil rights attorney with extensive experience, and a track record of seeking justice for people who have faced discrimination, police misconduct, & more." Sen.Patty Murray
Jan. 21, 2022 Following Reversal of Trump's Title X Gag Rule, Senator Murray Announces First Title X Funding for Washington State Since 2019 Sen.Patty Murray
Jan. 20, 2022 Senator Murray Discusses Need to Protect Abortion Rights Ahead of Roe v. Wade Anniversary With Spokane Providers, Patients, and Advocates Sen.Patty Murray
Jan. 20, 2022 Tweet - "142 days. It's been 142 days since Texans have had their right to an abortion violated and haven't been able to make their own decisions about their bodies, families, and futures. This isn't just unacceptable--it's unconstitutional." Sen.Patty Murray
Jan. 19, 2022 Senator Murray Applauds Nomination of Civil Rights Lawyer Tiffany M. Cartwright to Federal Bench in Washington State Sen.Patty Murray
Jan. 19, 2022 Tweet - "The question before every Senator tonight was whether democracy should come before Senate procedure. I voted to protect the right to vote over protecting the filibuster. I'm as frustrated as anyone about this outcome because of what's at stake, but I promise to keep fighting." Sen.Patty Murray
Jan. 19, 2022 Senator Murray Statement on Voting Rights Sen.Patty Murray
Jan. 19, 2022 Tweet - "Live on the Senate floor, I'm talking about our democracy, how it works, and why we urgently need to protect the right to vote." Sen.Patty Murray
Jan. 19, 2022 Tweet - "If it's the filibuster or democracy, I'll choose our democracy. We absolutely need to pass voting rights protections in the Senate--and we need to restore the Senate so that it is accountable to the people it represents." Sen.Patty Murray
Jan. 19, 2022 Tweet - "History is sitting on our shoulders right now. The American people are looking to us for a way to move forward & protect the right to vote--& this is it. And all that's standing in our way is Senate procedure--Senate procedure that a majority of us voted to change just last month." Sen.Patty Murray
Jan. 18, 2022 Cantwell Defends Voting Rights on the Senate Floor, Highlights Success of Washington State Vote-By-Mail, Business Leader Support Sen.Maria Cantwell
Jan. 18, 2022 Tweet - "I'm going to sign onto Senator @ossoff 's bill to ban members of Congress from trading stocks while in office. This is a common sense step to provide much needed transparency." Sen.Patty Murray
Jan. 17, 2022 Tweet - "Today we remember Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. and his continued fight for justice. If we're serious about honoring Dr. King's legacy, let's do so by passing strong federal voting rights legislation to protect every American's right to be heard in our democracy. #MLKDay" Sen.Patty Murray
Jan. 16, 2022 Tweet - "Insulin is a lifesaving, necessary drug for so many people. It's outrageous that it costs so much some patients ration it. #BuildBackBetter would cap the cost of insulin at $35/month for millions of people--& it's one of the many reasons why we need to pass it soon." Sen.Patty Murray
Jan. 14, 2022 Tweet - "To be absolutely clear: we cannot let the filibuster stop us from ever debating voting rights or any other issue just one member might disagree with. We need to change Senate rules. #WeWantVotingRights" Sen.Patty Murray
Jan. 14, 2022 Letter to Hon. Joseph Biden, President of the United Staes - Rep. Correa Fights for Health Care Workers Safety During Covid-19 Pandemic Rep.Rick Larsen, ...
Jan. 13, 2022 Senator Murray on SCOTUS Decision Blocking Enforcement of the OSHA Vaccine or Testing Workplace Safety Standard Sen.Patty Murray
Jan. 13, 2022 Tweet - "The workplace vaccine or test requirement is a commonsense step to protect workers & help stop the spread of COVID-19 in the workplace. It's absurd the SCOTUS decision failed to recognize the serious risk workers face." Sen.Patty Murray
Jan. 13, 2022 Senator Murray Hears from Spokane Renters About How the American Rescue Plan is Lowering their Housing Costs, Announces Major Utility Assistance for Washington State Sen.Patty Murray
Jan. 12, 2022 Tweet - "The Senate is broken. My colleagues know I am someone whose focus is always on getting things done for WA state & our country. But outdated, misused procedure is getting in the way of debate & legislation. With all our country faces right now, we've absolutely got to fix it." Sen.Patty Murray
Jan. 11, 2022 Tweet - "LIVE: I'm chairing a Senate HELP Committee hearing with our nation's leading public health experts and COVID-19 response team on the pandemic and our efforts to address new variants like Omicron." Sen.Patty Murray
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