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Jan. 15, 2019 Larsen Votes to Reopen the Government, Put Americans Back to Work Rep. Rick Larsen
Jan. 15, 2019 Rejecting White Nationalism and White Supremacy Rep. Pramila Jayapal
Jan. 15, 2019 Anti-Semitism Rep. Kim Schrier
Jan. 15, 2019 Larsen Condemns White Nationalism and White Supremacy Rep. Rick Larsen
Jan. 14, 2019 Border Security Rep. Dan Newhouse
Jan. 10, 2019 MSNBC "All in with Chris Hayes" - Transcript: Interview with Rep. Pramila Jayapal Rep. Pramila Jayapal
Jan. 9, 2019 Letter to the Hon. Betsy DeVos, Secretary of Education - Extend Comment Period for Title IX Rule So Students Can Make Their Voices Heard Sen. Patty Murray, ...
Jan. 9, 2019 MSNBC "Hardball" - Transcript: Interview with Rep. Adam Smith Rep. Adam Smith
Jan. 9, 2019 Letter to President Donald Trump - Reps. Jesús "Chuy" García & Lloyd Doggett Lead 50+ Lawmakers Urging Trump to Keep IRS Tax Refunds on Time Rep. Rick Larsen, ...
Jan. 9, 2019 Jayapal Statement On Trump's Primetime Immigration Remarks Rep. Pramila Jayapal
Jan. 8, 2019 Letter to Secretary Azar - Cantwell, Democrats Call On Trump Administration to Rescind Proposal That Would Undermine Women's Health Care Proposal Would Burden Women Seeking Coverage for Reproductive Care With Cumbersome Billing Process Sen. Maria Cantwell, ...
Jan. 8, 2019 Letter to the Hon. Alex Azar, HHS - Rescind Proposal That Would Undermine Health Care by Burdening Women Seeking Coverage for Reproductive Care With Cumbersome, Duplicative Billing Process Rep. Kim Schrier, ...
Jan. 8, 2019 Letter to the Hon. Alex Azar II, HHS - Rescind Proposal That Would Undermine Health Care by Burdening Women Seeking Coverage for Reproductive Care With Cumbersome, Duplicative Billing Process Sen. Maria Cantwell, ...
Jan. 4, 2019 Dr. Kim Schrier Sworn in to Represent Washington State's 8th Congressional District Rep. Kim Schrier
Jan. 4, 2019 Larsen Supports H.R. 1, the For The People Act Rep. Rick Larsen
Jan. 3, 2019 Newhouse Sworn in to Represent Fourth Congressional District in 116th Congress Rep. Dan Newhouse
Dec. 21, 2018 Murray Statement on DeVos Decision to Rescind Guidance Aimed At Fighting Racism in Schools Sen. Patty Murray
Dec. 21, 2018 Larsen Supports Historic Criminal Justice Reform Legislation Rep. Rick Larsen
Dec. 21, 2018 DelBene Statement on Trump Shutdown Rep. Suzan DelBene
Dec. 20, 2018 Senators Cantwell, Murray Cheer Passage of Their Legislation to Award Spokane Native Steve Gleason with Congressional Gold Medal Standout WA football star and health care advocate becomes first NFL player in history to receive highest civilian honor Congress can bestow Sen. Maria Cantwell
Dec. 20, 2018 Tweet - "Passing the #FirstStepAct is an important step toward improving a criminal justice system that too often stacks the deck against low-income Americans, people suffering from addiction, and communities of color." Sen. Patty Murray
Dec. 20, 2018 Senators Murray, Cantwell Cheer Passage of Their Legislation to Award Spokane Native Steve Gleason with Congressional Gold Medal Sen. Patty Murray, ...
Dec. 20, 2018 Letter to the Hon. Kirstjen Nielsen, Secretary of Homeland Security - 54 Members of Congress in Urging DHS Secretary Nielsen to End Policy of Deterring Asylum Seekers at U.S. Ports of Entry Rep. Pramila Jayapal, ...
Dec. 20, 2018 Tweet - "The #CongressionalGoldMedal is reserved for those who make a lasting contribution to our country--& @TeamGleason has certainly done that. Steve brings the same fight & passion to his health care advocacy that he brought to the football field, & WA state is so proud. #HonorGleason" Sen. Patty Murray
Dec. 20, 2018 Smith Statement in Support of the First Step Act Rep. Adam Smith
Dec. 20, 2018 Congress Passes Bipartisan Legislation to Award Spokane Native Steve Gleason with Congressional Gold Medal Sen. Maria Cantwell, ...
Dec. 20, 2018 Tweet - "We must keep shining a spotlight on the ongoing threat of sexual assault and harassment on the job. With the results of this report, I'm urging all of my colleagues, on both sides of the aisle, to join me in working to make workplaces safe for everyone." Sen. Patty Murray
Dec. 19, 2018 Nomination of Chai Feldblum Sen. Patty Murray
Dec. 19, 2018 Tweet - "The gun industry itself could not have written a more blatant and obvious distraction from the real problem gun violence poses to students across our country.Senator Patty Murray added," Sen. Patty Murray
Dec. 19, 2018 Tweet - "The $2M grant money that is coming to the Tri-Cities is an important and much-needed step towards addressing the root causes and ripple effects of the opioid epidemic that has caused heartbreak for so many people in Washington state and across the country." Sen. Patty Murray
Dec. 19, 2018 Tweet - "It is insulting to students, parents, and teachers that @BetsyDeVosED wasted this opportunity to make some progress on addressing gun violence in our schools." Sen. Patty Murray
Dec. 19, 2018 Letter to the Hon. Alex M. Azar II - Democrats Further Scrutinize Trump-Pence Administration Following Repeated Attempts to Undermine Teen Pregnancy Prevention Program Sen. Patty Murray, ...
Dec. 19, 2018 Letter to the Alex Azar, HHS - Democrats Further Scrutinize Trump-Pence Administration Following Repeated Attempts to Undermine Teen Pregnancy Prevention Program Rep. Pramila Jayapal, ...
Dec. 19, 2018 Tweet - "I know how much all of you care about women and all workers' ability to fight back against sexual harassment on the job and stand up for their rights--so I wanted to make sure you knew about a real threat to those rights that I'm fighting here in the Senate." Sen. Patty Murray
Dec. 19, 2018 Tweet - "For too long, women and men tolerated harassment because they felt the issue was too systemic and pervasive for them to make a difference. I refuse to allow that to continue to happen." Sen. Patty Murray
Dec. 19, 2018 Tweet - "This is an important first step toward improving the criminal justice system in our country--and I am glad we are taking it. #FirstStepAct" Sen. Patty Murray
Dec. 19, 2018 Tweet - "NEW REPORT: workers' willingness to speak up and push for change is making a difference across the spectrum of workplaces in our country, from corporate boardrooms to farm fields and hotel chains--but there is much more to do." Sen. Patty Murray
Dec. 18, 2018 Tweet - "I will never get to remember my college graduation day without remembering that I had to share the stage with the man who raped me." - Jess Davidson @BetsyDeVosED's #TitleIX rules will sweep sexual assault under the rug--we should be protecting students, not schools. #HandsOffIX" Sen. Patty Murray
Dec. 18, 2018 Tweet - "I call on every woman, man, mom, dad, sexual assault survivor, & anyone else who cares about campus safety & preventing sexual assault to make your voices heard & demand that Secretary DeVos rescind this proposal. Keep speaking out--tell @BetsyDeVosED to keep her #HandsOffIX." Sen. Patty Murray
Dec. 18, 2018 Letter to the Hon. Margaret Weichert, Acting Director of the U.S. Office of Personnel Management - Senators Murray, Cantwell Call on Trump Administration to Protect Rights of Transgender Federal Employees Sen. Maria Cantwell, ...
Dec. 18, 2018 Tweet - "By reforming sentencing for low-level non-violent offenders, moving toward rehabilitation for people convicted of crimes involving drug use, & other important reforms in the #FirstStepAct, we can take an initial step to truly keeping our communities safe." Sen. Patty Murray
Dec. 18, 2018 Tweet - "The Improving Access to Maternity Care Act, led by Senator @lisamurkowski and @SenatorBaldwin, is now law! It will help us address our country's unacceptably high rate of maternal mortality, especially for women and families in rural and underserved areas." Sen. Patty Murray
Dec. 17, 2018 Tweet - "According to @CDCgov, nearly 40,000 people in the United States died by guns last year--marking the highest number of gun deaths in decades. We must keep fighting for common sense reforms--not next year, not next decade--but now. #EndGunViolence" Sen. Patty Murray
Dec. 17, 2018 Tweet - "We have an opportunity now to take an important first step toward improving a criminal justice system that often stacks the deck against low-income Americans, people suffering from addiction & communities of color with the #FirstStepAct--I hope we take it." Sen. Patty Murray
Dec. 16, 2018 Tweet - "Last week the Senate made it clear to President Trump and his administration that they must uphold American values around the world and make clear that this egregious violation of human rights will not be tolerated." Sen. Patty Murray
Dec. 15, 2018 Tweet - "Early childhood teachers and caregivers do some of the most important work to help our children learn, grow, and thrive. They should be paid what they deserve. #ChildCare4All" Sen. Patty Murray
Dec. 14, 2018 Letter to John Kelly, Acting Inspector General - House Democrats Demand Answers from Trump Administration Following Death of 7-Year Old Child in CBP Custody Rep. Pramila Jayapal, ...
Dec. 14, 2018 Tweet - "Our vote to strengthen protections in Congress against harassment was long overdue and an important first step--but there is much more work ahead here and nationwide to make sure that every worker is safe, respected, and treated equally." Sen. Patty Murray
Dec. 14, 2018 Senior House Democrats Send Letter to DHS Inspector General Demanding Answers in Tragedy of 7-Year-Old Girl Who Died in Customs and Border Protection Custody Rep. Pramila Jayapal, ...
Dec. 14, 2018 Tweet - "Six years later, my heart still breaks for the families of the children & staff at #SandyHook Elementary. Across the country we have seen gun violence devastate too many communities. We must keep fighting for common sense policies to address the gun violence epidemic nationwide." Sen. Patty Murray
Dec. 13, 2018 Tweet - "With more than half of families living in neighborhoods without sufficient access to child care--child care is a national crisis. But it's not going to be solved by one small group or one small step, #ChildCare4All has to be done across the board, across the country." Sen. Patty Murray
Dec. 13, 2018 Letter to President Donald Trump - Coalition Calls on Administration To Reject Renegotiation of Agreement To Allow Deportation of Vietnamese Refugees Rep. Pramila Jayapal, ...
Dec. 13, 2018 Tweet - "We should be working together to make sure that all families have access to quality child care, both for parents and for kids. #ChildCare4All" Sen. Patty Murray
Dec. 13, 2018 Senate Passes Smith Legislation Honoring James Marshall "Jimi" Hendrix Rep. Adam Smith, ...
Dec. 12, 2018 United for Climate and Environmental Justice Task Force Co-Chairs Introduced Environmental Rights Legislation Rep. Pramila Jayapal, ...
Dec. 12, 2018 Tweet - "More & more often, consumer data is being used & abused in ways few people had imagined before. The #DataCareAct will hold the companies we entrust with our personal information accountable & will make it clear to them that they will face penalties if they breach our trust." Sen. Patty Murray
Dec. 12, 2018 Tweet - "Sexual assault is still assault--even at 35,000 feet. No matter where or when it occurs, we must ensure survivors get the care & dignity they deserve & offenders are held accountable." Sen. Patty Murray
Dec. 11, 2018 Tweet - "Identifying shortages in critical maternity care services--especially for women in underserved areas--is an important step toward responding to the maternal mortality crisis in our country. Encouraged by this step forward and eager to continue work on this important issue." Sen. Patty Murray
Dec. 11, 2018 Tweet - "The Child Care for Working Families Act will: 1) Ensure that no parent will pay more than they can afford for child care 2) Increase access to child care in communities nationwide 3) Invest in our child care workforce and create 2.3 millions jobs We need #ChildCare4All." Sen. Patty Murray
Dec. 11, 2018 Tweet - "When it comes to sexual assault and harassment, survivors' voices should always be heard loud and clear and taken seriously--and that certainly shouldn't stop at 35,000 feet." Sen. Patty Murray
Dec. 11, 2018 Letter to the Hon. Kirstjen Nielsen, Secretary of Homeland Security - Reps. Barragán and Lowenthal Lead Members Pushing For Travel Rights for Dreamers Rep. Adam Smith, ...
Dec. 11, 2018 Tweet - "My assault occurred at an off-campus apartment down the street from my school. That means that under DeVos' rules, my school wouldn't have to investigate my case." - Sage Carson .@BetsyDeVosED's rule was clearly written to protect schools, not students & survivors. #HandsOffIX" Sen. Patty Murray
Dec. 11, 2018 House Sends Bipartisan Salmon Recovery Legislation to President Rep. Dan Newhouse
Dec. 11, 2018 Tweet - "That is our duty as Americans & adults to protect our children & to make sure that these things don't ever happen again." - Chrissy Ball I stand with women & survivors in fighting against @BetsyDeVosED's proposed #TitleIX rule. I call on everyone to make their voices heard too." Sen. Patty Murray
Dec. 11, 2018 Nomination of Jonathan A. Kobes Sen. Patty Murray
Dec. 10, 2018 Tweet - "Parents in Seattle, in King County, and all around the country are waiting years to get their kids into high-quality, affordable child care. This is unacceptable--we need #ChildCare4All." Sen. Patty Murray
Dec. 10, 2018 Tweet - "When the parents are not able to go to work, then the children don't have proper care. It's a domino effect for the whole family." The lack of affordable, quality child care impacts families, communities and our economy. #ChildCare4All" Sen. Patty Murray
Dec. 10, 2018 Tweet - "According to @childcarewa, the median cost for an infant at a child care center in King Co is a staggering $1,499 a month. We should be doing all we can to ensure that no family has to pay more than they can afford. #ChildCare4All" Sen. Patty Murray
Dec. 10, 2018 Tweet - "I was honored to be a part of @MarchofDimes' #BlanketChange campaign--the reality is that mothers in our country are dying at rates far above any other developed country in the world. We must keep fighting because all mothers deserve a healthy pregnancy." Sen. Patty Murray
Dec. 10, 2018 MSNBC "All in with Chris Hayes" - Transcript: Interview with Rep. Pramila Jayapal Rep. Pramila Jayapal
Dec. 10, 2018 Letter to Samantha Deshommes, Chief Regulatory Coordination Division - As Comment Period on Proposed "Public Charge" Rule Change Closes, Senator Murray Demands Trump Administration Withdraw Proposal That Would Harm Immigrant Families Sen. Patty Murray
Dec. 10, 2018 Tweet - "The Trump administration's family separation policy separated more than 2,400 children from their families. That number has gone down, but there is still so much work to be done. We can't stop demanding answers until every child is reunited." Sen. Patty Murray
Dec. 8, 2018 Tweet - "The #TitleIX changes do not protect survivors of assault that happens off-campus. Even if it doesn't happen in-person does not change the fact that the student feels unsafe." - Mia Farmer .@BetsyDeVosED's rule will weaken students' protections. This is unacceptable. #HandsOffIX" 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. 8, 2018 Tweet - "According to the @OJPNIJ, 1 in 5 women are sexually assaulted while in college. Under @BetsyDeVosED's proposed #TitleIX rule, schools can shirk their responsibility to keep students safe from sexual assault. We have to make our voices heard. #HandsOffIX" Sen. Patty Murray
Date Title Politician
Jan. 15, 2019 Larsen Votes to Reopen the Government, Put Americans Back to Work Rep.Rick Larsen
Jan. 15, 2019 Rejecting White Nationalism and White Supremacy Rep.Pramila Jayapal
Jan. 15, 2019 Anti-Semitism Rep.Kim Schrier
Jan. 15, 2019 Larsen Condemns White Nationalism and White Supremacy Rep.Rick Larsen
Jan. 14, 2019 Border Security Rep.Dan Newhouse
Jan. 10, 2019 MSNBC "All in with Chris Hayes" - Transcript: Interview with Rep. Pramila Jayapal Rep.Pramila Jayapal
Jan. 9, 2019 Letter to the Hon. Betsy DeVos, Secretary of Education - Extend Comment Period for Title IX Rule So Students Can Make Their Voices Heard Sen.Patty Murray, ...
Jan. 9, 2019 MSNBC "Hardball" - Transcript: Interview with Rep. Adam Smith Rep.Adam Smith
Jan. 9, 2019 Letter to President Donald Trump - Reps. Jesús "Chuy" García & Lloyd Doggett Lead 50+ Lawmakers Urging Trump to Keep IRS Tax Refunds on Time Rep.Rick Larsen, ...
Jan. 9, 2019 Jayapal Statement On Trump's Primetime Immigration Remarks Rep.Pramila Jayapal
Jan. 8, 2019 Letter to Secretary Azar - Cantwell, Democrats Call On Trump Administration to Rescind Proposal That Would Undermine Women's Health Care Proposal Would Burden Women Seeking Coverage for Reproductive Care With Cumbersome Billing Process Sen.Maria Cantwell, ...
Jan. 8, 2019 Letter to the Hon. Alex Azar, HHS - Rescind Proposal That Would Undermine Health Care by Burdening Women Seeking Coverage for Reproductive Care With Cumbersome, Duplicative Billing Process Rep.Kim Schrier, ...
Jan. 8, 2019 Letter to the Hon. Alex Azar II, HHS - Rescind Proposal That Would Undermine Health Care by Burdening Women Seeking Coverage for Reproductive Care With Cumbersome, Duplicative Billing Process Sen.Maria Cantwell, ...
Jan. 4, 2019 Dr. Kim Schrier Sworn in to Represent Washington State's 8th Congressional District Rep.Kim Schrier
Jan. 4, 2019 Larsen Supports H.R. 1, the For The People Act Rep.Rick Larsen
Jan. 3, 2019 Newhouse Sworn in to Represent Fourth Congressional District in 116th Congress Rep.Dan Newhouse
Dec. 21, 2018 Murray Statement on DeVos Decision to Rescind Guidance Aimed At Fighting Racism in Schools Sen.Patty Murray
Dec. 21, 2018 Larsen Supports Historic Criminal Justice Reform Legislation Rep.Rick Larsen
Dec. 21, 2018 DelBene Statement on Trump Shutdown Rep.Suzan DelBene
Dec. 20, 2018 Senators Cantwell, Murray Cheer Passage of Their Legislation to Award Spokane Native Steve Gleason with Congressional Gold Medal Standout WA football star and health care advocate becomes first NFL player in history to receive highest civilian honor Congress can bestow Sen.Maria Cantwell
Dec. 20, 2018 Tweet - "Passing the #FirstStepAct is an important step toward improving a criminal justice system that too often stacks the deck against low-income Americans, people suffering from addiction, and communities of color." Sen.Patty Murray
Dec. 20, 2018 Senators Murray, Cantwell Cheer Passage of Their Legislation to Award Spokane Native Steve Gleason with Congressional Gold Medal Sen.Patty Murray, ...
Dec. 20, 2018 Letter to the Hon. Kirstjen Nielsen, Secretary of Homeland Security - 54 Members of Congress in Urging DHS Secretary Nielsen to End Policy of Deterring Asylum Seekers at U.S. Ports of Entry Rep.Pramila Jayapal, ...
Dec. 20, 2018 Tweet - "The #CongressionalGoldMedal is reserved for those who make a lasting contribution to our country--& @TeamGleason has certainly done that. Steve brings the same fight & passion to his health care advocacy that he brought to the football field, & WA state is so proud. #HonorGleason" Sen.Patty Murray
Dec. 20, 2018 Smith Statement in Support of the First Step Act Rep.Adam Smith
Dec. 20, 2018 Congress Passes Bipartisan Legislation to Award Spokane Native Steve Gleason with Congressional Gold Medal Sen.Maria Cantwell, ...
Dec. 20, 2018 Tweet - "We must keep shining a spotlight on the ongoing threat of sexual assault and harassment on the job. With the results of this report, I'm urging all of my colleagues, on both sides of the aisle, to join me in working to make workplaces safe for everyone." Sen.Patty Murray
Dec. 19, 2018 Nomination of Chai Feldblum Sen.Patty Murray
Dec. 19, 2018 Tweet - "The gun industry itself could not have written a more blatant and obvious distraction from the real problem gun violence poses to students across our country.Senator Patty Murray added," Sen.Patty Murray
Dec. 19, 2018 Tweet - "The $2M grant money that is coming to the Tri-Cities is an important and much-needed step towards addressing the root causes and ripple effects of the opioid epidemic that has caused heartbreak for so many people in Washington state and across the country." Sen.Patty Murray
Dec. 19, 2018 Tweet - "It is insulting to students, parents, and teachers that @BetsyDeVosED wasted this opportunity to make some progress on addressing gun violence in our schools." Sen.Patty Murray
Dec. 19, 2018 Letter to the Hon. Alex M. Azar II - Democrats Further Scrutinize Trump-Pence Administration Following Repeated Attempts to Undermine Teen Pregnancy Prevention Program Sen.Patty Murray, ...
Dec. 19, 2018 Letter to the Alex Azar, HHS - Democrats Further Scrutinize Trump-Pence Administration Following Repeated Attempts to Undermine Teen Pregnancy Prevention Program Rep.Pramila Jayapal, ...
Dec. 19, 2018 Tweet - "I know how much all of you care about women and all workers' ability to fight back against sexual harassment on the job and stand up for their rights--so I wanted to make sure you knew about a real threat to those rights that I'm fighting here in the Senate." Sen.Patty Murray
Dec. 19, 2018 Tweet - "For too long, women and men tolerated harassment because they felt the issue was too systemic and pervasive for them to make a difference. I refuse to allow that to continue to happen." Sen.Patty Murray
Dec. 19, 2018 Tweet - "This is an important first step toward improving the criminal justice system in our country--and I am glad we are taking it. #FirstStepAct" Sen.Patty Murray
Dec. 19, 2018 Tweet - "NEW REPORT: workers' willingness to speak up and push for change is making a difference across the spectrum of workplaces in our country, from corporate boardrooms to farm fields and hotel chains--but there is much more to do." Sen.Patty Murray
Dec. 18, 2018 Tweet - "I will never get to remember my college graduation day without remembering that I had to share the stage with the man who raped me." - Jess Davidson @BetsyDeVosED's #TitleIX rules will sweep sexual assault under the rug--we should be protecting students, not schools. #HandsOffIX" Sen.Patty Murray
Dec. 18, 2018 Tweet - "I call on every woman, man, mom, dad, sexual assault survivor, & anyone else who cares about campus safety & preventing sexual assault to make your voices heard & demand that Secretary DeVos rescind this proposal. Keep speaking out--tell @BetsyDeVosED to keep her #HandsOffIX." Sen.Patty Murray
Dec. 18, 2018 Letter to the Hon. Margaret Weichert, Acting Director of the U.S. Office of Personnel Management - Senators Murray, Cantwell Call on Trump Administration to Protect Rights of Transgender Federal Employees Sen.Maria Cantwell, ...
Dec. 18, 2018 Tweet - "By reforming sentencing for low-level non-violent offenders, moving toward rehabilitation for people convicted of crimes involving drug use, & other important reforms in the #FirstStepAct, we can take an initial step to truly keeping our communities safe." Sen.Patty Murray
Dec. 18, 2018 Tweet - "The Improving Access to Maternity Care Act, led by Senator @lisamurkowski and @SenatorBaldwin, is now law! It will help us address our country's unacceptably high rate of maternal mortality, especially for women and families in rural and underserved areas." Sen.Patty Murray
Dec. 17, 2018 Tweet - "According to @CDCgov, nearly 40,000 people in the United States died by guns last year--marking the highest number of gun deaths in decades. We must keep fighting for common sense reforms--not next year, not next decade--but now. #EndGunViolence" Sen.Patty Murray
Dec. 17, 2018 Tweet - "We have an opportunity now to take an important first step toward improving a criminal justice system that often stacks the deck against low-income Americans, people suffering from addiction & communities of color with the #FirstStepAct--I hope we take it." Sen.Patty Murray
Dec. 16, 2018 Tweet - "Last week the Senate made it clear to President Trump and his administration that they must uphold American values around the world and make clear that this egregious violation of human rights will not be tolerated." Sen.Patty Murray
Dec. 15, 2018 Tweet - "Early childhood teachers and caregivers do some of the most important work to help our children learn, grow, and thrive. They should be paid what they deserve. #ChildCare4All" Sen.Patty Murray
Dec. 14, 2018 Letter to John Kelly, Acting Inspector General - House Democrats Demand Answers from Trump Administration Following Death of 7-Year Old Child in CBP Custody Rep.Pramila Jayapal, ...
Dec. 14, 2018 Tweet - "Our vote to strengthen protections in Congress against harassment was long overdue and an important first step--but there is much more work ahead here and nationwide to make sure that every worker is safe, respected, and treated equally." Sen.Patty Murray
Dec. 14, 2018 Senior House Democrats Send Letter to DHS Inspector General Demanding Answers in Tragedy of 7-Year-Old Girl Who Died in Customs and Border Protection Custody Rep.Pramila Jayapal, ...
Dec. 14, 2018 Tweet - "Six years later, my heart still breaks for the families of the children & staff at #SandyHook Elementary. Across the country we have seen gun violence devastate too many communities. We must keep fighting for common sense policies to address the gun violence epidemic nationwide." Sen.Patty Murray
Dec. 13, 2018 Tweet - "With more than half of families living in neighborhoods without sufficient access to child care--child care is a national crisis. But it's not going to be solved by one small group or one small step, #ChildCare4All has to be done across the board, across the country." Sen.Patty Murray
Dec. 13, 2018 Letter to President Donald Trump - Coalition Calls on Administration To Reject Renegotiation of Agreement To Allow Deportation of Vietnamese Refugees Rep.Pramila Jayapal, ...
Dec. 13, 2018 Tweet - "We should be working together to make sure that all families have access to quality child care, both for parents and for kids. #ChildCare4All" Sen.Patty Murray
Dec. 13, 2018 Senate Passes Smith Legislation Honoring James Marshall "Jimi" Hendrix Rep.Adam Smith, ...
Dec. 12, 2018 United for Climate and Environmental Justice Task Force Co-Chairs Introduced Environmental Rights Legislation Rep.Pramila Jayapal, ...
Dec. 12, 2018 Tweet - "More & more often, consumer data is being used & abused in ways few people had imagined before. The #DataCareAct will hold the companies we entrust with our personal information accountable & will make it clear to them that they will face penalties if they breach our trust." Sen.Patty Murray
Dec. 12, 2018 Tweet - "Sexual assault is still assault--even at 35,000 feet. No matter where or when it occurs, we must ensure survivors get the care & dignity they deserve & offenders are held accountable." Sen.Patty Murray
Dec. 11, 2018 Tweet - "Identifying shortages in critical maternity care services--especially for women in underserved areas--is an important step toward responding to the maternal mortality crisis in our country. Encouraged by this step forward and eager to continue work on this important issue." Sen.Patty Murray
Dec. 11, 2018 Tweet - "The Child Care for Working Families Act will: 1) Ensure that no parent will pay more than they can afford for child care 2) Increase access to child care in communities nationwide 3) Invest in our child care workforce and create 2.3 millions jobs We need #ChildCare4All." Sen.Patty Murray
Dec. 11, 2018 Tweet - "When it comes to sexual assault and harassment, survivors' voices should always be heard loud and clear and taken seriously--and that certainly shouldn't stop at 35,000 feet." Sen.Patty Murray
Dec. 11, 2018 Letter to the Hon. Kirstjen Nielsen, Secretary of Homeland Security - Reps. Barragán and Lowenthal Lead Members Pushing For Travel Rights for Dreamers Rep.Adam Smith, ...
Dec. 11, 2018 Tweet - "My assault occurred at an off-campus apartment down the street from my school. That means that under DeVos' rules, my school wouldn't have to investigate my case." - Sage Carson .@BetsyDeVosED's rule was clearly written to protect schools, not students & survivors. #HandsOffIX" Sen.Patty Murray
Dec. 11, 2018 House Sends Bipartisan Salmon Recovery Legislation to President Rep.Dan Newhouse
Dec. 11, 2018 Tweet - "That is our duty as Americans & adults to protect our children & to make sure that these things don't ever happen again." - Chrissy Ball I stand with women & survivors in fighting against @BetsyDeVosED's proposed #TitleIX rule. I call on everyone to make their voices heard too." Sen.Patty Murray
Dec. 11, 2018 Nomination of Jonathan A. Kobes Sen.Patty Murray
Dec. 10, 2018 Tweet - "Parents in Seattle, in King County, and all around the country are waiting years to get their kids into high-quality, affordable child care. This is unacceptable--we need #ChildCare4All." Sen.Patty Murray
Dec. 10, 2018 Tweet - "When the parents are not able to go to work, then the children don't have proper care. It's a domino effect for the whole family." The lack of affordable, quality child care impacts families, communities and our economy. #ChildCare4All" Sen.Patty Murray
Dec. 10, 2018 Tweet - "According to @childcarewa, the median cost for an infant at a child care center in King Co is a staggering $1,499 a month. We should be doing all we can to ensure that no family has to pay more than they can afford. #ChildCare4All" Sen.Patty Murray
Dec. 10, 2018 Tweet - "I was honored to be a part of @MarchofDimes' #BlanketChange campaign--the reality is that mothers in our country are dying at rates far above any other developed country in the world. We must keep fighting because all mothers deserve a healthy pregnancy." Sen.Patty Murray
Dec. 10, 2018 MSNBC "All in with Chris Hayes" - Transcript: Interview with Rep. Pramila Jayapal Rep.Pramila Jayapal
Dec. 10, 2018 Letter to Samantha Deshommes, Chief Regulatory Coordination Division - As Comment Period on Proposed "Public Charge" Rule Change Closes, Senator Murray Demands Trump Administration Withdraw Proposal That Would Harm Immigrant Families Sen.Patty Murray
Dec. 10, 2018 Tweet - "The Trump administration's family separation policy separated more than 2,400 children from their families. That number has gone down, but there is still so much work to be done. We can't stop demanding answers until every child is reunited." Sen.Patty Murray
Dec. 8, 2018 Tweet - "The #TitleIX changes do not protect survivors of assault that happens off-campus. Even if it doesn't happen in-person does not change the fact that the student feels unsafe." - Mia Farmer .@BetsyDeVosED's rule will weaken students' protections. This is unacceptable. #HandsOffIX" 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. 8, 2018 Tweet - "According to the @OJPNIJ, 1 in 5 women are sexually assaulted while in college. Under @BetsyDeVosED's proposed #TitleIX rule, schools can shirk their responsibility to keep students safe from sexual assault. We have to make our voices heard. #HandsOffIX" Sen.Patty Murray
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