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March 16, 2018
Tweet - "I just sent a letter to @BetsyDeVosED to get more clarity on President Trump's new gun commission that she will be leading. Parents, students, and teachers deserve answers when it comes to goals, timeline, membership, and how much influence the NRA will have. -PM"
Sen. Patty Murray
March 16, 2018
Letter to the Hon. Betsy DeVos, Secretary of Education - Senator Murray Demands Answers From Education Sec. Betsy DeVos on New Gun Commission
Sen. Patty Murray
March 16, 2018
Tweet - "I have serious concerns that President Trump's commission on school safety, which @BetsyDeVosED has been asked to lead, will be another attempt by the White House to distract from and delay meaningful gun safety action."
Sen. Patty Murray
March 15, 2018
Tweet - "I firmly believe that your action will be the difference. Keep making your voices heard."
Sen. Patty Murray
March 14, 2018
Tweet - "This is a critical time in the fight to address the scourge of gun violence, and I'm so proud of all the students nationwide who refuse to let their elected leaders ignore the violence that has been claiming innocent lives and shattering communities. #NationalWalkoutDay"
Sen. Patty Murray
March 14, 2018
Congressman Larsen Advocates for School Safety
Rep. Rick Larsen
March 14, 2018
Economic Growth, Regulatory Relief, and Consumer Protection Act
Sen. Maria Cantwell
March 14, 2018
Tweet - "I'm inspired by all the students across the country making their voices heard. I'm standing with you and you can count on me to keep up the pressure on my colleagues in the U.S. Senate. Please share your photos from where you are! #NationalWalkoutDay"
Sen. Patty Murray
March 13, 2018
Tweet - "This afternoon, I met with @BetsyDeVosED to talk about her role as head of President Trump's new commission on school safety. I appreciated that Secretary DeVos came to meet with me, but I was extremely disappointed at how the meeting went."
Sen. Patty Murray
March 13, 2018
Tweet - "Students across the country are tired of waiting for Republicans in Congress to step up and work with us to adopt common sense gun safety and other policies to end the scourge of violence in our schools and communities. The time for action is now."
Sen. Patty Murray
March 8, 2018
Letter to the Hon. John Culberson, Chairman of the Subcommittee on Commerce, Justice, Science and Related Agencies, the Hon. Jose Serrano, Ranking Member of the Subcommittee on Commerce, Justice, Science and Related Agencies, the Hon. Tom Cole, Chairman of the Subcommittee on Labor, Health, and Human Services, Education, and Related Agencies, and the Hon. Rosa DeLauro, Ranking Member of the Subcommittee on Labor, Health and Human Services, Education, and Related Agencies - Letter to Appropriators Seeking School Safety Improvements
Rep. Rick Larsen, ...
March 8, 2018
Letter to the Hon Thad Cochran, Chairman of the Senate Appropriations Committee, the Hon Patrick Leahy, Vice Chairman of the Senate Appropriations Committee, the Hon Roy Blunt, Chairman of the Subcommittee on Labor, HHS, Education and Related Agencies and the Senate Appropriations Committee, and the Hon Patty Murray, Ranking Member of the Subcommittee on Labor, HHS, Education and Related Agencies and the Senate Appropriations Committee - Senator Cantwell, Colleagues Call for Increased Investment in Student Health, Safety
Sen. Maria Cantwell, ...
March 7, 2018
Tweet - "Don't miss this: I'm joining my Democratic colleagues to hear from survivors and family members about ways we can work to protect children from gun violence. Tune in"
Sen. Patty Murray
March 7, 2018
Gun Violence in America
Rep. Pramila Jayapal
March 7, 2018
Tweet - "We need to act so that other communities traumatized by school shootings--like Marysville in my own state of WA--& the kids in schools across our country know their leaders hear their calls for action and are committed to doing what's possible to stop future acts of mass violence."
Sen. Patty Murray
March 7, 2018
Tweet - "Few things are as devastating to the families we represent as the rampant gun violence that is taking place inside our schools and in our communities--every day--across our country."
Sen. Patty Murray
March 7, 2018
SCHOOL SHOOTINGS: Following Republican Inaction After Parkland, FL Tragedy, Senator Murray and Senate Democrats Hear Stories from Shooting Survivors & Family Members, Demand Action to Combat Gun Violence Epidemic
Sen. Patty Murray
March 5, 2018
DelBene Supports Gun Control Reforms
Rep. Suzan DelBene
Feb. 28, 2018
Tweet - "Every day, I'm so heartened by the many people in our country who are standing up and demanding change for the better--from addressing gun violence, to passing the DREAM Act, and more. I hear you, I'm with you, and I'm proud to lift up your voices in the U.S. Senate. - PM"
Sen. Patty Murray
Feb. 28, 2018
Tweet - "Just had the honor of speaking by phone to WA students who are organizing the 3/24 #MarchForOurLives Seattle. Their call to action is critical to our efforts to address the epidemic of gun violence. And like so many, I believe it is the students who will lead the change."
Sen. Patty Murray
Feb. 27, 2018
Letter to the Hon. Alex Azar, Secretary of Health and Human Services - Murray Asks for Details of Department's Plan to Prioritize Gun Violence Research
Sen. Patty Murray
Feb. 27, 2018
Tweet - "Improving background checks is a start, but there's so much more Congress can and should do. Let's get serious about saving lives by banning assault rifles, conducting CDC research, and more."
Sen. Patty Murray
Feb. 26, 2018
Tweet - "Maybe stricter gun laws won't stop the shootings, but it'll sure make them harder to accomplish" (Special Character) if you're looking for an insightful read on why WA students want common-sense gun reform now, start with this great student essay from @SpokesmanReview"
Sen. Patty Murray
Feb. 26, 2018
Tweet - "Beyond inspired by the young voices from FL to WA who are speaking up to protect our schools & communities from senseless gun violence--our nation needs your voices now more than ever."
Sen. Patty Murray
Feb. 21, 2018
Tweet - "We hear you -- and I'm going to do everything I can to push this conversation forward and move toward action. Enough is enough. -- PM"
Sen. Patty Murray
Feb. 21, 2018
Tweet - "Sadly, the shock and pain families and students in Florida are going through right now, is not new or rare in our country. We must act to end these senseless acts of violence in our schools and communities."
Sen. Patty Murray
Feb. 21, 2018
Tweet - "Students and families nationwide are tired of waiting for Congress to step up, have the tough conversations, and adopt common sense gun safety and other policies. We have to act now."
Sen. Patty Murray
Feb. 21, 2018
Tweet - "Students and families are making their voices heard about the need for action now. I hope @BetsyDeVos listens and works with us to hold hearings on school shootings and gun safety as soon as possible."
Sen. Patty Murray
Feb. 16, 2018
Tweet - "School shootings shouldn't be a partisan issue. Glad @BetsyDeVos and I agree, it's *past* time to hold Congressional hearings. -PM"
Sen. Patty Murray
Feb. 16, 2018
Tweet - "One child killed by a school shooter is too many. 17 is beyond unacceptable. Enough is enough, it's time for Congress to act."
Sen. Patty Murray
Feb. 15, 2018
School Shootings: Senator Murray to Secretary Devos: I Agree, Let's Hold Hearings on School Shootings and Gun Safety
Sen. Patty Murray
Feb. 15, 2018
Tweet - "Sec. DeVos calls for hearings in Congress on school shootings--I agree! -PM"
Sen. Patty Murray
Feb. 15, 2018
Tweet - "Families across the country are tired of waiting for Congress to step up, have the tough conversations, and adopt common sense gun safety and other policies to end this scourge in our schools and communities."
Sen. Patty Murray
Feb. 14, 2018
Tweet - "No mom or dad should have to worry about sending their child to school. It's heartbreaking that today the worst came true in FL, while a community in WA was rattled by a serious threat. We must stop turning a blind eye to gun violence in this country and finally take action -- PM"
Sen. Patty Murray
Dec. 13, 2017
Letter to the Hon. Paul Ryan, Speaker of the House, and the Hon. Nancy Pelosi, Minority Leader - Not to Restrict Gun Violence Research in Appropriations Package
Rep. Suzan DelBene, ...
Dec. 6, 2017
Congressman Smith Opposes Concealed Carry Reciprocity Act
Rep. Adam Smith
Nov. 10, 2017
Tweet - "Spokane Valley Las Vegas Sutherland Springs... We *can* do something--let's start by banning automatic weapons."
Sen. Patty Murray
Nov. 9, 2017
Tweet - "No community is immune from the tragedy of gun violence--even in WA. It's past time for Congress to act."
Sen. Patty Murray
Nov. 9, 2017
Tweet - "We must work to stem the tide of rising gun violence. Banning automatic weapons seems like a good next step."
Sen. Patty Murray
Nov. 8, 2017
Senator Murray, Senate Democrats Introduce Assault Weapons Ban
Sen. Patty Murray
Nov. 7, 2017
Smith Statement on Air Force Mishandling the Sutherland Springs Shooter's Criminal History Data
Rep. Adam Smith
Nov. 7, 2017
Smith Statement on Air Force Mishandling the Sutherland Springs Shooter's Criminal History Data
Rep. Adam Smith
Nov. 5, 2017
Tweet - "News coming out of Sutherland Springs, TX is heart breaking. My thoughts are w/ victims, first responders & all impacted by this violence."
Sen. Patty Murray
Nov. 1, 2017
Letter to Chairman Bob Goodlatte, House Committee on the Judiciary - Hold Hearings on Gun Violence
Rep. Pramila Jayapal, ...
Oct. 18, 2017
Sen. Murray Joins Brady Campaign, Public Health Advocates to Unveil New Report on Pressing Need for Stronger Investments in Gun Violence Research
Sen. Patty Murray
Oct. 18, 2017
Markey Joins Murray and Brady Campaign, Public Health Advocates to Unveil New Report on Pressing Need for Stronger Investments in Gun Violence Research
Sen. Patty Murray, ...
Oct. 11, 2017
Letter to the Hon. Thomas Brandon, Acting Director of the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms, and Explosives - Bipartisan Letter to Ban Bump Stocks
Rep. Dan Newhouse, ...
Oct. 11, 2017
Sens. Murray, Cantwell, 25 Colleagues Urge National Institutes of Health to Renew Funding for Firearm Violence Research
Sen. Patty Murray
Oct. 11, 2017
Letter to Dr. Francis S. Collins, National Institutes of Health - Warren, Murphy, Cortez Masto Lead Colleagues in Urging NIH to Renew Funding for Firearm Violence Research
Sen. Patty Murray, ...
Oct. 4, 2017
Sens. Murray, Cantwell, Colleagues Introduce Bill to Close Automatic Weapon Loophole
Sen. Maria Cantwell, ...
Date
Title
Politician
March 16, 2018
Tweet - "I just sent a letter to @BetsyDeVosED to get more clarity on President Trump's new gun commission that she will be leading. Parents, students, and teachers deserve answers when it comes to goals, timeline, membership, and how much influence the NRA will have. -PM"
Sen.Patty Murray
March 16, 2018
Letter to the Hon. Betsy DeVos, Secretary of Education - Senator Murray Demands Answers From Education Sec. Betsy DeVos on New Gun Commission
Sen.Patty Murray
March 16, 2018
Tweet - "I have serious concerns that President Trump's commission on school safety, which @BetsyDeVosED has been asked to lead, will be another attempt by the White House to distract from and delay meaningful gun safety action."
Sen.Patty Murray
March 15, 2018
Tweet - "I firmly believe that your action will be the difference. Keep making your voices heard."
Sen.Patty Murray
March 14, 2018
Tweet - "This is a critical time in the fight to address the scourge of gun violence, and I'm so proud of all the students nationwide who refuse to let their elected leaders ignore the violence that has been claiming innocent lives and shattering communities. #NationalWalkoutDay"
Sen.Patty Murray
March 14, 2018
Congressman Larsen Advocates for School Safety
Rep.Rick Larsen
March 14, 2018
Economic Growth, Regulatory Relief, and Consumer Protection Act
Sen.Maria Cantwell
March 14, 2018
Tweet - "I'm inspired by all the students across the country making their voices heard. I'm standing with you and you can count on me to keep up the pressure on my colleagues in the U.S. Senate. Please share your photos from where you are! #NationalWalkoutDay"
Sen.Patty Murray
March 13, 2018
Tweet - "This afternoon, I met with @BetsyDeVosED to talk about her role as head of President Trump's new commission on school safety. I appreciated that Secretary DeVos came to meet with me, but I was extremely disappointed at how the meeting went."
Sen.Patty Murray
March 13, 2018
Tweet - "Students across the country are tired of waiting for Republicans in Congress to step up and work with us to adopt common sense gun safety and other policies to end the scourge of violence in our schools and communities. The time for action is now."
Sen.Patty Murray
March 8, 2018
Letter to the Hon. John Culberson, Chairman of the Subcommittee on Commerce, Justice, Science and Related Agencies, the Hon. Jose Serrano, Ranking Member of the Subcommittee on Commerce, Justice, Science and Related Agencies, the Hon. Tom Cole, Chairman of the Subcommittee on Labor, Health, and Human Services, Education, and Related Agencies, and the Hon. Rosa DeLauro, Ranking Member of the Subcommittee on Labor, Health and Human Services, Education, and Related Agencies - Letter to Appropriators Seeking School Safety Improvements
Rep.Rick Larsen, ...
March 8, 2018
Letter to the Hon Thad Cochran, Chairman of the Senate Appropriations Committee, the Hon Patrick Leahy, Vice Chairman of the Senate Appropriations Committee, the Hon Roy Blunt, Chairman of the Subcommittee on Labor, HHS, Education and Related Agencies and the Senate Appropriations Committee, and the Hon Patty Murray, Ranking Member of the Subcommittee on Labor, HHS, Education and Related Agencies and the Senate Appropriations Committee - Senator Cantwell, Colleagues Call for Increased Investment in Student Health, Safety
Sen.Maria Cantwell, ...
March 7, 2018
Tweet - "Don't miss this: I'm joining my Democratic colleagues to hear from survivors and family members about ways we can work to protect children from gun violence. Tune in"
Sen.Patty Murray
March 7, 2018
Gun Violence in America
Rep.Pramila Jayapal
March 7, 2018
Tweet - "We need to act so that other communities traumatized by school shootings--like Marysville in my own state of WA--& the kids in schools across our country know their leaders hear their calls for action and are committed to doing what's possible to stop future acts of mass violence."
Sen.Patty Murray
March 7, 2018
Tweet - "Few things are as devastating to the families we represent as the rampant gun violence that is taking place inside our schools and in our communities--every day--across our country."
Sen.Patty Murray
March 7, 2018
SCHOOL SHOOTINGS: Following Republican Inaction After Parkland, FL Tragedy, Senator Murray and Senate Democrats Hear Stories from Shooting Survivors & Family Members, Demand Action to Combat Gun Violence Epidemic
Sen.Patty Murray
March 5, 2018
DelBene Supports Gun Control Reforms
Rep.Suzan DelBene
Feb. 28, 2018
Tweet - "Every day, I'm so heartened by the many people in our country who are standing up and demanding change for the better--from addressing gun violence, to passing the DREAM Act, and more. I hear you, I'm with you, and I'm proud to lift up your voices in the U.S. Senate. - PM"
Sen.Patty Murray
Feb. 28, 2018
Tweet - "Just had the honor of speaking by phone to WA students who are organizing the 3/24 #MarchForOurLives Seattle. Their call to action is critical to our efforts to address the epidemic of gun violence. And like so many, I believe it is the students who will lead the change."
Sen.Patty Murray
Feb. 27, 2018
Letter to the Hon. Alex Azar, Secretary of Health and Human Services - Murray Asks for Details of Department's Plan to Prioritize Gun Violence Research
Sen.Patty Murray
Feb. 27, 2018
Tweet - "Improving background checks is a start, but there's so much more Congress can and should do. Let's get serious about saving lives by banning assault rifles, conducting CDC research, and more."
Sen.Patty Murray
Feb. 26, 2018
Tweet - "Maybe stricter gun laws won't stop the shootings, but it'll sure make them harder to accomplish" (Special Character) if you're looking for an insightful read on why WA students want common-sense gun reform now, start with this great student essay from @SpokesmanReview"
Sen.Patty Murray
Feb. 26, 2018
Tweet - "Beyond inspired by the young voices from FL to WA who are speaking up to protect our schools & communities from senseless gun violence--our nation needs your voices now more than ever."
Sen.Patty Murray
Feb. 21, 2018
Tweet - "We hear you -- and I'm going to do everything I can to push this conversation forward and move toward action. Enough is enough. -- PM"
Sen.Patty Murray
Feb. 21, 2018
Tweet - "Sadly, the shock and pain families and students in Florida are going through right now, is not new or rare in our country. We must act to end these senseless acts of violence in our schools and communities."
Sen.Patty Murray
Feb. 21, 2018
Tweet - "Students and families nationwide are tired of waiting for Congress to step up, have the tough conversations, and adopt common sense gun safety and other policies. We have to act now."
Sen.Patty Murray
Feb. 21, 2018
Tweet - "Students and families are making their voices heard about the need for action now. I hope @BetsyDeVos listens and works with us to hold hearings on school shootings and gun safety as soon as possible."
Sen.Patty Murray
Feb. 16, 2018
Tweet - "School shootings shouldn't be a partisan issue. Glad @BetsyDeVos and I agree, it's *past* time to hold Congressional hearings. -PM"
Sen.Patty Murray
Feb. 16, 2018
Tweet - "One child killed by a school shooter is too many. 17 is beyond unacceptable. Enough is enough, it's time for Congress to act."
Sen.Patty Murray
Feb. 15, 2018
School Shootings: Senator Murray to Secretary Devos: I Agree, Let's Hold Hearings on School Shootings and Gun Safety
Sen.Patty Murray
Feb. 15, 2018
Tweet - "Sec. DeVos calls for hearings in Congress on school shootings--I agree! -PM"
Sen.Patty Murray
Feb. 15, 2018
Tweet - "Families across the country are tired of waiting for Congress to step up, have the tough conversations, and adopt common sense gun safety and other policies to end this scourge in our schools and communities."
Sen.Patty Murray
Feb. 14, 2018
Tweet - "No mom or dad should have to worry about sending their child to school. It's heartbreaking that today the worst came true in FL, while a community in WA was rattled by a serious threat. We must stop turning a blind eye to gun violence in this country and finally take action -- PM"
Sen.Patty Murray
Dec. 13, 2017
Letter to the Hon. Paul Ryan, Speaker of the House, and the Hon. Nancy Pelosi, Minority Leader - Not to Restrict Gun Violence Research in Appropriations Package
Rep.Suzan DelBene, ...
Dec. 6, 2017
Congressman Smith Opposes Concealed Carry Reciprocity Act
Rep.Adam Smith
Nov. 10, 2017
Tweet - "Spokane Valley Las Vegas Sutherland Springs... We *can* do something--let's start by banning automatic weapons."
Sen.Patty Murray
Nov. 9, 2017
Tweet - "No community is immune from the tragedy of gun violence--even in WA. It's past time for Congress to act."
Sen.Patty Murray
Nov. 9, 2017
Tweet - "We must work to stem the tide of rising gun violence. Banning automatic weapons seems like a good next step."
Sen.Patty Murray
Nov. 8, 2017
Senator Murray, Senate Democrats Introduce Assault Weapons Ban
Sen.Patty Murray
Nov. 7, 2017
Smith Statement on Air Force Mishandling the Sutherland Springs Shooter's Criminal History Data
Rep.Adam Smith
Nov. 7, 2017
Smith Statement on Air Force Mishandling the Sutherland Springs Shooter's Criminal History Data
Rep.Adam Smith
Nov. 5, 2017
Tweet - "News coming out of Sutherland Springs, TX is heart breaking. My thoughts are w/ victims, first responders & all impacted by this violence."
Sen.Patty Murray
Nov. 1, 2017
Letter to Chairman Bob Goodlatte, House Committee on the Judiciary - Hold Hearings on Gun Violence
Rep.Pramila Jayapal, ...
Oct. 18, 2017
Sen. Murray Joins Brady Campaign, Public Health Advocates to Unveil New Report on Pressing Need for Stronger Investments in Gun Violence Research
Sen.Patty Murray
Oct. 18, 2017
Markey Joins Murray and Brady Campaign, Public Health Advocates to Unveil New Report on Pressing Need for Stronger Investments in Gun Violence Research
Sen.Patty Murray, ...
Oct. 11, 2017
Letter to the Hon. Thomas Brandon, Acting Director of the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms, and Explosives - Bipartisan Letter to Ban Bump Stocks
Rep.Dan Newhouse, ...
Oct. 11, 2017
Sens. Murray, Cantwell, 25 Colleagues Urge National Institutes of Health to Renew Funding for Firearm Violence Research
Sen.Patty Murray
Oct. 11, 2017
Letter to Dr. Francis S. Collins, National Institutes of Health - Warren, Murphy, Cortez Masto Lead Colleagues in Urging NIH to Renew Funding for Firearm Violence Research
Sen.Patty Murray, ...
Oct. 4, 2017
Sens. Murray, Cantwell, Colleagues Introduce Bill to Close Automatic Weapon Loophole
Sen.Maria Cantwell, ...
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