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Jan. 24, 2022 Letter to Hon. Tom Vilsack, Secretary of Agriculture - LETTER: Gallego, Cantwell Lead Letter to Department of Agriculture Supporting Reinstatement of the Roadless Rule for the Tongass National Forest Sen. Maria Cantwell, ...
Jan. 24, 2022 Tweet - "Do your part to protect yourself and those around you from COVID-19 by getting vaccinated and boosted, wearing masks in public, getting tested if you've been exposed or have symptoms, and social distancing." Sen. Patty Murray
Jan. 23, 2022 Tweet - "Protecting our planet for future generations shouldn't be controversial. The climate crisis is happening all around us and we don't have time to waste." Sen. Patty Murray
Jan. 22, 2022 Tweet - "It's going to take all of us working together to #ProtectReproRights--& no action is too small: Share your story. Support local orgs helping patients get repro health care. Work to combat GOP misinformation. Fight to pass local and state laws protecting abortion rights." Sen. Patty Murray
Jan. 22, 2022 Tweet - "Reproductive rights mean essential health care, like abortion, is affordable and easy to get for everyone--and that there aren't unnecessary or harmful barriers standing in the way. #ProtectReproRights" Sen. Patty Murray
Jan. 22, 2022 Tweet - "The GOP have been attacking the right to abortion at every angle for decades, so there's no one, easy fix. But I'm fighting back by pushing to pass WHPA, make birth control easier to get and affordable, and make historic investments in Title X family planning centers. #ProtectRoe" Sen. Patty Murray
Jan. 21, 2022 Letter to the Hon. Xavier Becerra, Secretary of the Department of Health & Human Services - Ruiz Calls on Medicare to Cover At-Home COVID-19 Tests for Seniors Rep. Rick Larsen, ...
Jan. 21, 2022 Tweet - "Health care workers still face grave danger from COVID-19. That's why I'm pushing OSHA for a permanent safety standard to protect them--and to act now to protect all workers at risk of COVID-19 in the workplace." Sen. Patty Murray
Jan. 21, 2022 Tweet - "Having rapid COVID-19 tests on hand is a good way to make sure you and your family can test quickly after you've been exposed or have symptoms--and starting this week, each home is eligible for 4 free rapid tests. Click below to order." Sen. Patty Murray
Jan. 21, 2022 Letter to Hon. Patrick Leahy, Chairman Senate Committee on Appropriations; Hon. Rosa DeLauro, Chair House Committee on Appropriations; Hon. Richard Shelby, Vice Chairman Senate Committee on Appropriations; Hon. Kay Granger, Ranking Member House Committee on Appropriations - Wexton, Underwood, Fitzpatrick, Panetta Lead Bipartisan Effort to Address Youth Mental Health Crisis and Fund School-Based Mental Health Services Rep. Kim Schrier, ...
Jan. 21, 2022 Tweet - "Since 2019, the Trump Admin's cruel gag rule prevented WA state from getting Title X funds--but now that's changed. This funding is good news for our state & will help people get the reproductive health care they need from the providers they trust." Sen. Patty Murray
Jan. 21, 2022 Tweet - "Reproductive rights mean *everyone* is able to make their own decisions about pregnancy and parenting--free from political interference--no matter where they live, how much money they have or who they are. #ProtectReproRights" Sen. Patty Murray
Jan. 21, 2022 Letter to Hon. Debra Haaland, Secretary US Dept. of the Interior - Durbin, Senators Urge Department Of Interior To Protect Lands By Designing Wilderness Study Areas Sen. Patty Murray, ...
Jan. 20, 2022 Tweet - "The climate crisis is well underway in Washington state and across the country--you can see it, feel it, and we are all experiencing it. It's clear we can't delay taking action to protect our planet and I will keep fighting to make sure we do." Sen. Patty Murray
Jan. 20, 2022 Letter to Lloyd Austin III, Secretary of Defense - Democratic Women's Caucus and Pro-Choice Caucus Lead Call for Defense Secretary to Waive Contraception Copays for Servicemembers and Military Families Rep. Marilyn Strickland, ...
Jan. 20, 2022 Tweet - "Ahead of the anniversary of the landmark Roe v. Wade decision, I'm live on the Senate floor to defend the right to abortion & once again block Republicans' harmful attempts to undermine patients' access to constitutionally-protected health care." Sen. Patty Murray
Jan. 20, 2022 Tweet - "Click below to learn more about how the new law to end surprise medical bills will help make sure you won't get unexpected, unaffordable bills for out-of-network care in emergencies and for providers you didn't choose." Sen. Patty Murray
Jan. 20, 2022 Tweet - "I've been pushing for commonsense measures against COVID to be available to all Americans. Making free, high-quality masks widely available is exactly the kind of step we need to keep families safe. I'll keep monitoring to make sure they get to families as soon as possible." Sen. Patty Murray
Jan. 19, 2022 Senator Cantwell Applauds Agreement to Protect the Upper Skagit River from Mining Threat Sen. Maria Cantwell
Jan. 19, 2022 Tweet - "The Omicron variant is driving a COVID-19 surge in WA state--& it's putting a strain on our hospitals &health care professionals. I'm pushing the Admin to make sure hospitals get support--& am working on legislation to help bolster our health care workforce" Sen. Patty Murray
Jan. 19, 2022 Letter to Hon. Michael Regan, Administrator EPA - Senators Cantwell and Murray, Reps. Smith and Jayapal Urge EPA to Increase Community Engagement on the East Waterway Cleanup Rep. Adam Smith, ...
Jan. 17, 2022 Tweet - "There's a national shortage of blood. If you're healthy and eligible, please consider donating blood at a local @RedCross center near you." Sen. Patty Murray
Jan. 17, 2022 Tweet - "Last year, we all saw the extreme weather events that hit Washington state and the entire country. The climate crisis is only going to make them worse. The longer we delay bold climate action, the less time we have to tackle this crisis head-on." 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. 16, 2022 Tweet - "As of yesterday, private health insurers must cover up to 8 free at-home COVID-19 tests per person, per month. Click the link below to learn more about how this program works and where to get tests." Sen. Patty Murray
Jan. 15, 2022 Tweet - "Today is the LAST day to sign-up for health care coverage during @WAplanfinder 's open enrollment period. You don't want to miss this chance to #GetCovered. Click the link below for more information." Sen. Patty Murray
Jan. 15, 2022 Tweet - "Our country needs more nurses. That's why @SenJeffMerkley and I introduced a bill to support our frontline health care workforce by putting more money in the pockets of people participating in a program that brings nursing professionals to underserved communities." Sen. Patty Murray
Jan. 15, 2022 Wicker, Merkley, Colleagues Seek to Lower Tax Burden for Public Service Nurses Sen. Patty Murray, ...
Jan. 15, 2022 Tweet - "The spike in COVID-19 cases has caused a critical blood shortage. If you're healthy and eligible, please consider donating blood through @BloodworksNW . Click the link below to learn more." 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. Adam Smith, ...
Jan. 14, 2022 Tweet - "The right to abortion. Easy-to-get, affordable birth control. All across the country, essential reproductive health care is under attack. I'm determined to act on the federal level to protect your ability to get the health care you want." Sen. Patty Murray
Jan. 13, 2022 New Dem Climate Change Task Force Leaders Call for Swift Action to Tackle the Existential Climate Crisis by Negotiating a Strong Build Back Better Act Rep. Suzan DelBene, ...
Jan. 13, 2022 Letter to Hon. Xavier Becerra, Secretary of Health and Human Services, and Hon. Janet Woodcock, Acting Commissioner of the Food and Drug Administration - Senator Baldwin Calls on FDA to Change Discriminatory Blood Donation Policies to Address National Blood Supply Shortage Sen. Maria Cantwell, ...
Jan. 13, 2022 Tweet - "You have just TWO days left to #GetCovered during @WAplanfinder 's open enrollment period for health care coverage. Click below to shop for plans and sign-up--the deadline to sign up is January 15. http://wahealthplanfinder.org" Sen. Patty Murray
Jan. 13, 2022 Tweet - "I made clear to the Biden Admin they need to do more to keep kids in school safely. Yesterday they announced additional steps: providing 10M free tests to K-12 schools per month & setting up surge testing sites. But I expect more details--& there's still more work left." Sen. Patty Murray
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 - "At a time when COVID-19 cases are skyrocketing due to the Omicron variant, people need free, accessible COVID-19 tests (including rapid tests). I'm going to keep pushing the Biden Administration until this issue is solved." Sen. Patty Murray
Jan. 13, 2022 Tweet - "The time to #ActOnClimate is right now. RT if you agree." 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 Cantwell on Alarming NOAA, NASA Climate Reports: "The Science is Undeniable" Sen. Maria Cantwell
Jan. 12, 2022 Tweet - "New guidance out from the Biden Admin shows insurers they need to do what they're supposed to when it comes to covering birth control without costs or harmful, unnecessary hoops. This is a good first step to help ensure patients can get the reproductive health care they want." Sen. Patty Murray
Jan. 11, 2022 Tweet - "Last year was one of the hottest years on record. You've probably heard that sentence before--because the last seven years have been the seven hottest ever recorded. The climate crisis is here now, & it's only going to get worse. Inaction isn't an option." 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
Jan. 11, 2022 Tweet - "I've heard from people across WA state who are again waiting in long lines trying to find a COVID-19 test--or are simply giving up on getting tested because tests are unavailable or cost too much. This issue should've been solved by now, & I'll keep working w/ @POTUS until it is." Sen. Patty Murray
Jan. 10, 2022 Tweet - "Quality, affordable health care coverage is available right now during @WAplanfinder 's open enrollment period. There are 5 days left to sign up for coverage that starts February 1. Click the link below to learn more. http://wahealthplanfinder.org" Sen. Patty Murray
Jan. 10, 2022 Tweet - "I'm grateful to the first responders who have been working through storm after storm to keep Washington state's communities safe during this extreme weather. Please continue to be careful and check the forecast." Sen. Patty Murray
Jan. 10, 2022 Tweet - "No one should have to choose between taking time off to recover from an incredibly infectious disease like COVID-19 or losing a paycheck. A national paid sick leave policy is necessary--and it's more urgent now than ever." Sen. Patty Murray
Jan. 10, 2022 Tweet - "Heartbreaking. We've all got to pull together to keep each other safe--make sure everyone you know gets vaccinated and boosted, and follows public health measures like masking. I promise I will keep doing everything I can in the other Washington to beat this pandemic." Sen. Patty Murray
Jan. 9, 2022 Tweet - "There's a lot of talk about personal choices we can all make in fighting climate change--like recycling or turning off the lights. But these individual steps alone won't fix it--we need to take bold federal action to address the climate crisis & I'm determined to make sure we do." Sen. Patty Murray
Jan. 8, 2022 Tweet - "Whether or not you choose to get an abortion, use birth control, or get any type of essential reproductive health care should be up to you--and not the business of right-wing politicians who want to restrict people's ability to control their bodies and futures." Sen. Patty Murray
Date Title Politician
Jan. 24, 2022 Letter to Hon. Tom Vilsack, Secretary of Agriculture - LETTER: Gallego, Cantwell Lead Letter to Department of Agriculture Supporting Reinstatement of the Roadless Rule for the Tongass National Forest Sen.Maria Cantwell, ...
Jan. 24, 2022 Tweet - "Do your part to protect yourself and those around you from COVID-19 by getting vaccinated and boosted, wearing masks in public, getting tested if you've been exposed or have symptoms, and social distancing." Sen.Patty Murray
Jan. 23, 2022 Tweet - "Protecting our planet for future generations shouldn't be controversial. The climate crisis is happening all around us and we don't have time to waste." Sen.Patty Murray
Jan. 22, 2022 Tweet - "It's going to take all of us working together to #ProtectReproRights--& no action is too small: Share your story. Support local orgs helping patients get repro health care. Work to combat GOP misinformation. Fight to pass local and state laws protecting abortion rights." Sen.Patty Murray
Jan. 22, 2022 Tweet - "Reproductive rights mean essential health care, like abortion, is affordable and easy to get for everyone--and that there aren't unnecessary or harmful barriers standing in the way. #ProtectReproRights" Sen.Patty Murray
Jan. 22, 2022 Tweet - "The GOP have been attacking the right to abortion at every angle for decades, so there's no one, easy fix. But I'm fighting back by pushing to pass WHPA, make birth control easier to get and affordable, and make historic investments in Title X family planning centers. #ProtectRoe" Sen.Patty Murray
Jan. 21, 2022 Letter to the Hon. Xavier Becerra, Secretary of the Department of Health & Human Services - Ruiz Calls on Medicare to Cover At-Home COVID-19 Tests for Seniors Rep.Rick Larsen, ...
Jan. 21, 2022 Tweet - "Health care workers still face grave danger from COVID-19. That's why I'm pushing OSHA for a permanent safety standard to protect them--and to act now to protect all workers at risk of COVID-19 in the workplace." Sen.Patty Murray
Jan. 21, 2022 Tweet - "Having rapid COVID-19 tests on hand is a good way to make sure you and your family can test quickly after you've been exposed or have symptoms--and starting this week, each home is eligible for 4 free rapid tests. Click below to order." Sen.Patty Murray
Jan. 21, 2022 Letter to Hon. Patrick Leahy, Chairman Senate Committee on Appropriations; Hon. Rosa DeLauro, Chair House Committee on Appropriations; Hon. Richard Shelby, Vice Chairman Senate Committee on Appropriations; Hon. Kay Granger, Ranking Member House Committee on Appropriations - Wexton, Underwood, Fitzpatrick, Panetta Lead Bipartisan Effort to Address Youth Mental Health Crisis and Fund School-Based Mental Health Services Rep.Kim Schrier, ...
Jan. 21, 2022 Tweet - "Since 2019, the Trump Admin's cruel gag rule prevented WA state from getting Title X funds--but now that's changed. This funding is good news for our state & will help people get the reproductive health care they need from the providers they trust." Sen.Patty Murray
Jan. 21, 2022 Tweet - "Reproductive rights mean *everyone* is able to make their own decisions about pregnancy and parenting--free from political interference--no matter where they live, how much money they have or who they are. #ProtectReproRights" Sen.Patty Murray
Jan. 21, 2022 Letter to Hon. Debra Haaland, Secretary US Dept. of the Interior - Durbin, Senators Urge Department Of Interior To Protect Lands By Designing Wilderness Study Areas Sen.Patty Murray, ...
Jan. 20, 2022 Tweet - "The climate crisis is well underway in Washington state and across the country--you can see it, feel it, and we are all experiencing it. It's clear we can't delay taking action to protect our planet and I will keep fighting to make sure we do." Sen.Patty Murray
Jan. 20, 2022 Letter to Lloyd Austin III, Secretary of Defense - Democratic Women's Caucus and Pro-Choice Caucus Lead Call for Defense Secretary to Waive Contraception Copays for Servicemembers and Military Families Rep.Marilyn Strickland, ...
Jan. 20, 2022 Tweet - "Ahead of the anniversary of the landmark Roe v. Wade decision, I'm live on the Senate floor to defend the right to abortion & once again block Republicans' harmful attempts to undermine patients' access to constitutionally-protected health care." Sen.Patty Murray
Jan. 20, 2022 Tweet - "Click below to learn more about how the new law to end surprise medical bills will help make sure you won't get unexpected, unaffordable bills for out-of-network care in emergencies and for providers you didn't choose." Sen.Patty Murray
Jan. 20, 2022 Tweet - "I've been pushing for commonsense measures against COVID to be available to all Americans. Making free, high-quality masks widely available is exactly the kind of step we need to keep families safe. I'll keep monitoring to make sure they get to families as soon as possible." Sen.Patty Murray
Jan. 19, 2022 Senator Cantwell Applauds Agreement to Protect the Upper Skagit River from Mining Threat Sen.Maria Cantwell
Jan. 19, 2022 Tweet - "The Omicron variant is driving a COVID-19 surge in WA state--& it's putting a strain on our hospitals &health care professionals. I'm pushing the Admin to make sure hospitals get support--& am working on legislation to help bolster our health care workforce" Sen.Patty Murray
Jan. 19, 2022 Letter to Hon. Michael Regan, Administrator EPA - Senators Cantwell and Murray, Reps. Smith and Jayapal Urge EPA to Increase Community Engagement on the East Waterway Cleanup Rep.Adam Smith, ...
Jan. 17, 2022 Tweet - "There's a national shortage of blood. If you're healthy and eligible, please consider donating blood at a local @RedCross center near you." Sen.Patty Murray
Jan. 17, 2022 Tweet - "Last year, we all saw the extreme weather events that hit Washington state and the entire country. The climate crisis is only going to make them worse. The longer we delay bold climate action, the less time we have to tackle this crisis head-on." 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. 16, 2022 Tweet - "As of yesterday, private health insurers must cover up to 8 free at-home COVID-19 tests per person, per month. Click the link below to learn more about how this program works and where to get tests." Sen.Patty Murray
Jan. 15, 2022 Tweet - "Today is the LAST day to sign-up for health care coverage during @WAplanfinder 's open enrollment period. You don't want to miss this chance to #GetCovered. Click the link below for more information." Sen.Patty Murray
Jan. 15, 2022 Tweet - "Our country needs more nurses. That's why @SenJeffMerkley and I introduced a bill to support our frontline health care workforce by putting more money in the pockets of people participating in a program that brings nursing professionals to underserved communities." Sen.Patty Murray
Jan. 15, 2022 Wicker, Merkley, Colleagues Seek to Lower Tax Burden for Public Service Nurses Sen.Patty Murray, ...
Jan. 15, 2022 Tweet - "The spike in COVID-19 cases has caused a critical blood shortage. If you're healthy and eligible, please consider donating blood through @BloodworksNW . Click the link below to learn more." 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.Adam Smith, ...
Jan. 14, 2022 Tweet - "The right to abortion. Easy-to-get, affordable birth control. All across the country, essential reproductive health care is under attack. I'm determined to act on the federal level to protect your ability to get the health care you want." Sen.Patty Murray
Jan. 13, 2022 New Dem Climate Change Task Force Leaders Call for Swift Action to Tackle the Existential Climate Crisis by Negotiating a Strong Build Back Better Act Rep.Suzan DelBene, ...
Jan. 13, 2022 Letter to Hon. Xavier Becerra, Secretary of Health and Human Services, and Hon. Janet Woodcock, Acting Commissioner of the Food and Drug Administration - Senator Baldwin Calls on FDA to Change Discriminatory Blood Donation Policies to Address National Blood Supply Shortage Sen.Maria Cantwell, ...
Jan. 13, 2022 Tweet - "You have just TWO days left to #GetCovered during @WAplanfinder 's open enrollment period for health care coverage. Click below to shop for plans and sign-up--the deadline to sign up is January 15. http://wahealthplanfinder.org" Sen.Patty Murray
Jan. 13, 2022 Tweet - "I made clear to the Biden Admin they need to do more to keep kids in school safely. Yesterday they announced additional steps: providing 10M free tests to K-12 schools per month & setting up surge testing sites. But I expect more details--& there's still more work left." Sen.Patty Murray
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 - "At a time when COVID-19 cases are skyrocketing due to the Omicron variant, people need free, accessible COVID-19 tests (including rapid tests). I'm going to keep pushing the Biden Administration until this issue is solved." Sen.Patty Murray
Jan. 13, 2022 Tweet - "The time to #ActOnClimate is right now. RT if you agree." 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 Cantwell on Alarming NOAA, NASA Climate Reports: "The Science is Undeniable" Sen.Maria Cantwell
Jan. 12, 2022 Tweet - "New guidance out from the Biden Admin shows insurers they need to do what they're supposed to when it comes to covering birth control without costs or harmful, unnecessary hoops. This is a good first step to help ensure patients can get the reproductive health care they want." Sen.Patty Murray
Jan. 11, 2022 Tweet - "Last year was one of the hottest years on record. You've probably heard that sentence before--because the last seven years have been the seven hottest ever recorded. The climate crisis is here now, & it's only going to get worse. Inaction isn't an option." 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
Jan. 11, 2022 Tweet - "I've heard from people across WA state who are again waiting in long lines trying to find a COVID-19 test--or are simply giving up on getting tested because tests are unavailable or cost too much. This issue should've been solved by now, & I'll keep working w/ @POTUS until it is." Sen.Patty Murray
Jan. 10, 2022 Tweet - "Quality, affordable health care coverage is available right now during @WAplanfinder 's open enrollment period. There are 5 days left to sign up for coverage that starts February 1. Click the link below to learn more. http://wahealthplanfinder.org" Sen.Patty Murray
Jan. 10, 2022 Tweet - "I'm grateful to the first responders who have been working through storm after storm to keep Washington state's communities safe during this extreme weather. Please continue to be careful and check the forecast." Sen.Patty Murray
Jan. 10, 2022 Tweet - "No one should have to choose between taking time off to recover from an incredibly infectious disease like COVID-19 or losing a paycheck. A national paid sick leave policy is necessary--and it's more urgent now than ever." Sen.Patty Murray
Jan. 10, 2022 Tweet - "Heartbreaking. We've all got to pull together to keep each other safe--make sure everyone you know gets vaccinated and boosted, and follows public health measures like masking. I promise I will keep doing everything I can in the other Washington to beat this pandemic." Sen.Patty Murray
Jan. 9, 2022 Tweet - "There's a lot of talk about personal choices we can all make in fighting climate change--like recycling or turning off the lights. But these individual steps alone won't fix it--we need to take bold federal action to address the climate crisis & I'm determined to make sure we do." Sen.Patty Murray
Jan. 8, 2022 Tweet - "Whether or not you choose to get an abortion, use birth control, or get any type of essential reproductive health care should be up to you--and not the business of right-wing politicians who want to restrict people's ability to control their bodies and futures." Sen.Patty Murray
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