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May 30, 2022 Senator Murray's Memorial Day Statement Sen. Patty Murray
May 29, 2022 Tweet - "We don't have to live in a country where gun violence is a regular occurrence. This is a solvable problem. Republicans need the courage--& the decency & basic concern for the lives of our kids--to work with Democrats on common-sense gun safety reforms. That's not asking for a lot." Sen. Patty Murray
May 28, 2022 Letter to President Joseph Biden, Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas, and Secretary Antony Blinken - Expanding Temporary Protected Status for Migrants From Guatemala, El Salvador, Honduras, and Nicaragua Rep. Adam Smith, ...
May 27, 2022 Letter to Nancy Pelosi, Speaker of the House, Steny Hoyer, Majority Leader of the House, James Clyburn, Majority Whip of the House - House Gun Sit-In Organizers Call on House Leadership to Act on Gun Violence Prevention Rep. Suzan DelBene, ...
May 26, 2022 Tweet - "Yesterday marked 2 years since the murder of George Floyd. The Biden Admin took strong steps to keep us safe and build public trust in policing--but Congress needs to do its part to pass policing reform that will root out systemic racism in our criminal justice system." Sen. Patty Murray
May 25, 2022 Tweet - "Nineteen children and two teachers--at an elementary school--were killed yesterday. The shooting at Robb Elementary School is heartbreaking. I'm live on the Senate floor demanding more than thoughts and prayers--I'm demanding action." Sen. Patty Murray
May 24, 2022 Senator Murray Statement on Uvalde Elementary School Shooting Sen. Patty Murray
May 24, 2022 Tweet - "My thoughts are with the families of those lost today in Texas. No one should have to endure the pain of losing a child like this. How many more lives have to be lost before Republicans wake up to what the majority of Americans have known for years? Gun safety laws save lives." Sen. Patty Murray
May 24, 2022 Tweet - "A new @FedederalReserve report highlights that the lack of quality, affordable child care is one of the top things holding women back from finding a job and joining the workforce. Yet another reason to pass my child care plan: it's good for women and our economy." Sen. Patty Murray
May 24, 2022 Cantwell Statement on the Uvalde, Texas Elementary School Shooting Sen. Maria Cantwell
May 21, 2022 Rep. Smith Statement on Federal Court Blocking the End of Title 42 Rep. Adam Smith
May 18, 2022 Larsen Applauds U.S. Soccer Collective Bargaining Agreements Rep. Rick Larsen
May 18, 2022 Newhouse Introduces Legislation to Strengthen State Management of the Gray Wolf Rep. Dan Newhouse
May 18, 2022 Tweet - "Let's be clear: the "Great Replacement" is a racist, dangerous lie some Republicans have pushed in a calculated effort to fearmonger for votes or views. It's shameful & they've got to denounce it. Their continued silence on it now speaks volumes." Sen. Patty Murray
May 17, 2022 Center for Law and Social Policy: Murray-Kaine Child Care Reconciliation Plan Would Expand Access to 1M+ Children, Lower Costs and Get Parents Back to Work Sen. Patty Murray, ...
May 17, 2022 Newhouse Introduces Legislation to "Bridge the Divide" Between Lawmakers and Law Enforcement Officers Rep. Dan Newhouse
May 17, 2022 Rep. Bill Johnson Introduces "Congress Observing Police Service (COPS)" Resolution Rep. Dan Newhouse, ...
May 17, 2022 Tweet - "Washington state's LGBTQ+ community deserves nothing but love and respect--free from fear or discrimination. I'm working to pass policies to help make our country more equal and protect our kids against cruel Republican attacks. #IDAHOBIT2022" Sen. Patty Murray
May 16, 2022 Rep. Lauren Boebert Introduces the Trust the Science Act to Remove the Gray Wolf from the Endangered Species List Rep. Dan Newhouse, ...
May 16, 2022 Letter to Nancy Pelosi, Speaker of the House - Calling for Passage of the Thin Blue Line Act Rep. Dan Newhouse, ...
May 15, 2022 Tweet - "My heart is with Buffalo & the loved ones of those killed in yesterday's tragic shooting. Make no mistake: this was a methodically planned white supremacist attack on a Black community. We must root out hate everywhere--& ensure deadly weapons aren't falling into the wrong hands." Sen. Patty Murray
May 14, 2022 Tweet - "You should be able to walk into a pharmacy without worrying about whether you can afford the prescription drugs you need. Right now, that isn't always the case. I'm working to change it." Sen. Patty Murray
May 13, 2022 Tweet - "Fentanyl deaths in King County doubled last year. Drug-related overdoses have skyrocketed. We've heard story after story about lost loved ones. This is a crisis. I secured funding to help our communities with this, & I'm working on legislation to do even more." Sen. Patty Murray
May 13, 2022 Rep. Schrier Joins Bipartisan Push for House to Vote on Invest to Protect Act, Funding for Smaller Police Departments Rep. Kim Schrier
May 13, 2022 Letter to Hon. Ur M. Jaddou, Director U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services - Rep. Raskin Sends Letter Calling on USCIS To Process Special Immigrant Juvenile Status Petitions for Vulnerable Youth Rep. Adam Smith, ...
May 12, 2022 Newhouse Backs the Blue Rep. Dan Newhouse
May 10, 2022 Letter to Jeanne Shaheen, Chairwoman of the Senate Appropriations Committee Subcommittee on Commerce, Justice, & Science, and Jerry Moran, Ranking Member of the Senate Appropriations Committee - Kaine, Bennet, Colleagues Request Increased Funding to Hire Law Enforcement and Support Community Policing Sen. Maria Cantwell, ...
May 10, 2022 Letter to Jeanne Shaheen, Chairwoman of the Senate Appropriation Committee Subcommittee on Commerce, Justice, and ScienceBennet Requests Increased Funding to Hire Law Enforcement and Support Community Policing Sen. Maria Cantwell, ...
May 10, 2022 Letter to Chiquita Brooks-LaSure, Administrator of the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services - Working to Restore Access to Medicaid Reproductive Health Services Rep. Adam Smith, ...
May 9, 2022 Tweet - "Quality, affordable child care isn't optional--it's essential for parents, for kids, for businesses, for our economy. It's essential for everyone. Let's deliver for families. #DayWithoutChildCare" Sen. Patty Murray
May 6, 2022 Tweet - "I met with Military Spouse of the Year winners from across the country & thanked them for all that they do to support our women & men in uniform. To all of Washington state's military spouses: thank you for all that you sacrifice for our country. #MilitarySpouseAppreciationDay" Sen. Patty Murray
May 6, 2022 Tweet - "Child care providers are so important. They help make sure families are supported, kids are cared for, & workers can head to their jobs. But so many providers are stretched thin. Let's pass my child care plan & make sure we support them--because they support us. #ThankYouChildCare" Sen. Patty Murray
May 6, 2022 Tweet - "Child care providers are so important. They help make sure families are supported, kids are cared for, & workers can head to their jobs. But so many providers are stretched thin. Let's pass my child care plan & make sure we support them--because they support us. #ThankYouChildCare" Sen. Patty Murray
May 5, 2022 Newhouse Leads Resolution to Designate National Day of Awareness for Missing and Murdered Native Women and Girls Rep. Kim Schrier, ...
May 4, 2022 At Hearing, Senator Murray Presses DHS Secretary on Immigrant Rights and Streamlined Immigration System Sen. Patty Murray
May 4, 2022 Tweet - "When the costs of everyday goods go up, that's hard on families. I'm working in the Senate to reverse that trend with plans to lower child care costs, health care costs, and so much more--in addition to what we're already doing to make goods more available and less costly." Sen. Patty Murray
May 4, 2022 Senator Murray Hosts a Virtual Roundtable with AARP Washington, Outlines Efforts to Lower Prescription Drug Costs Sen. Patty Murray
May 4, 2022 Rep. Smith Statement on Passing of Secretary Norman Mineta Rep. Adam Smith
April 29, 2022 Tweet - "We've seen record job growth in the last year, but families are feeling the sting of rising costs, and we've got to make sure we provide relief. Democrats are focused on passing a bill to lower costs on everything from prescription drugs to child care." Sen. Patty Murray
April 29, 2022 Letter to Matt Cartwright, Chairman of the Subcommittee on Commerce, Justice, Science, and Related Agencies, and Robert Aderholt, Ranking Member of the Subcommittee on Commerce, Justice, Science, and Related Agencies - To Improve Public Safety, We Must Better Support Local Law Enforcement Rep. Kim Schrier, ...
April 28, 2022 Following Push from Murray, FDA Moves to Ban Menthol Cigarettes and Flavored Cigars Sen. Patty Murray
April 28, 2022 Tweet - "Today while we honor & remember workers who were killed or injured on the job, we've got to double down on our commitment to ensure every worker has a safe workplace and working conditions. Workplace health and safety are an essential part of workers' rights. #WorkersMemorialDay" Sen. Patty Murray
April 28, 2022 Letter to President Biden, Secretary Mayorkas, and Secretary Blinken - Brown, Dean, 41 Members Of Congress Urge Temporary Protected Status For Ethiopians Rep. Pramila Jayapal, ...
April 27, 2022 Letter to Hon. Barbara Lee, Chairwoman of the House Appropriations Subcommittee on State, Foreign Operations, and Related Programs, Hon. Harold Rogers, Ranking Member of the House Appropriations Subcommittee on State, Foreign Operations, and Related Programs, Hon. Lucille Roybal-Allard, Chairwoman of the House Appropriations Subcommittee on Homeland Security, and Hon. Chuck Fleischmann, Ranking Member of the House Appropriations Subcommittee on Homeland Security - Congressmen Lowenthal, Correa, Colleagues Call For No Federal Appropriations Funding For Deporting Refugees from Vietnam, Cambodia, and Laos Rep. Pramila Jayapal, ...
April 27, 2022 Letter to Alejandro Mayorkas, Secretary of Homeland Security, Ur Jaddou, Director of the US Citizenship and Immigration Services - Feinstein, Hirono, Colleagues Support Biden Admin Proposal to Reverse Harmful Trump Immigration Rule Sen. Patty Murray, ...
April 27, 2022 Letter to Hon. Tim Ryan, Chairman Subcommittee on the Legislative Branch, Hon. Mike Quigley, Chairman Subcommittee on Financial Services and General Government, Herrera Beutler, Ranking Member Subcommittee on the Legislative Branch, and Hon. Steven Womack, Ranking Member Subcommittee on Financial Services - Rep. Aguilar Leads Letter To Allow DACA Recipients To Hold Federal Employment Rep. Suzan DelBene, ...
April 27, 2022 Senator Murray Defeats Senate Republicans' Attempt to Undermine Birth Control, Cancer Screenings, and STI Testing & Treatment Sen. Patty Murray
April 26, 2022 Tweet - "When a parent has to choose between paying rent or paying for the prescription drugs their kids need, that's an impossible choice--one that no one should have to make. That's why I'm fighting to lower costs on both so families have the support they need to live and thrive." Sen. Patty Murray
April 25, 2022 Letter to Alejandro Mayorkas, Secretary of Homeland Security - Representatives Clarke, Espaillat, Chu Call on Dhs to Expand Immigrant Access to Public Benefits Rep. Pramila Jayapal, ...
April 24, 2022 "The law is clear: insurance companies are required to pay for your birth control. But right now, that's not always the case and it's making it harder for women to get essential health care--& I'm working to fix that." Sen. Patty Murray
Date Title Politician
May 30, 2022 Senator Murray's Memorial Day Statement Sen.Patty Murray
May 29, 2022 Tweet - "We don't have to live in a country where gun violence is a regular occurrence. This is a solvable problem. Republicans need the courage--& the decency & basic concern for the lives of our kids--to work with Democrats on common-sense gun safety reforms. That's not asking for a lot." Sen.Patty Murray
May 28, 2022 Letter to President Joseph Biden, Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas, and Secretary Antony Blinken - Expanding Temporary Protected Status for Migrants From Guatemala, El Salvador, Honduras, and Nicaragua Rep.Adam Smith, ...
May 27, 2022 Letter to Nancy Pelosi, Speaker of the House, Steny Hoyer, Majority Leader of the House, James Clyburn, Majority Whip of the House - House Gun Sit-In Organizers Call on House Leadership to Act on Gun Violence Prevention Rep.Suzan DelBene, ...
May 26, 2022 Tweet - "Yesterday marked 2 years since the murder of George Floyd. The Biden Admin took strong steps to keep us safe and build public trust in policing--but Congress needs to do its part to pass policing reform that will root out systemic racism in our criminal justice system." Sen.Patty Murray
May 25, 2022 Tweet - "Nineteen children and two teachers--at an elementary school--were killed yesterday. The shooting at Robb Elementary School is heartbreaking. I'm live on the Senate floor demanding more than thoughts and prayers--I'm demanding action." Sen.Patty Murray
May 24, 2022 Senator Murray Statement on Uvalde Elementary School Shooting Sen.Patty Murray
May 24, 2022 Tweet - "My thoughts are with the families of those lost today in Texas. No one should have to endure the pain of losing a child like this. How many more lives have to be lost before Republicans wake up to what the majority of Americans have known for years? Gun safety laws save lives." Sen.Patty Murray
May 24, 2022 Tweet - "A new @FedederalReserve report highlights that the lack of quality, affordable child care is one of the top things holding women back from finding a job and joining the workforce. Yet another reason to pass my child care plan: it's good for women and our economy." Sen.Patty Murray
May 24, 2022 Cantwell Statement on the Uvalde, Texas Elementary School Shooting Sen.Maria Cantwell
May 21, 2022 Rep. Smith Statement on Federal Court Blocking the End of Title 42 Rep.Adam Smith
May 18, 2022 Larsen Applauds U.S. Soccer Collective Bargaining Agreements Rep.Rick Larsen
May 18, 2022 Newhouse Introduces Legislation to Strengthen State Management of the Gray Wolf Rep.Dan Newhouse
May 18, 2022 Tweet - "Let's be clear: the "Great Replacement" is a racist, dangerous lie some Republicans have pushed in a calculated effort to fearmonger for votes or views. It's shameful & they've got to denounce it. Their continued silence on it now speaks volumes." Sen.Patty Murray
May 17, 2022 Center for Law and Social Policy: Murray-Kaine Child Care Reconciliation Plan Would Expand Access to 1M+ Children, Lower Costs and Get Parents Back to Work Sen.Patty Murray, ...
May 17, 2022 Newhouse Introduces Legislation to "Bridge the Divide" Between Lawmakers and Law Enforcement Officers Rep.Dan Newhouse
May 17, 2022 Rep. Bill Johnson Introduces "Congress Observing Police Service (COPS)" Resolution Rep.Dan Newhouse, ...
May 17, 2022 Tweet - "Washington state's LGBTQ+ community deserves nothing but love and respect--free from fear or discrimination. I'm working to pass policies to help make our country more equal and protect our kids against cruel Republican attacks. #IDAHOBIT2022" Sen.Patty Murray
May 16, 2022 Rep. Lauren Boebert Introduces the Trust the Science Act to Remove the Gray Wolf from the Endangered Species List Rep.Dan Newhouse, ...
May 16, 2022 Letter to Nancy Pelosi, Speaker of the House - Calling for Passage of the Thin Blue Line Act Rep.Dan Newhouse, ...
May 15, 2022 Tweet - "My heart is with Buffalo & the loved ones of those killed in yesterday's tragic shooting. Make no mistake: this was a methodically planned white supremacist attack on a Black community. We must root out hate everywhere--& ensure deadly weapons aren't falling into the wrong hands." Sen.Patty Murray
May 14, 2022 Tweet - "You should be able to walk into a pharmacy without worrying about whether you can afford the prescription drugs you need. Right now, that isn't always the case. I'm working to change it." Sen.Patty Murray
May 13, 2022 Tweet - "Fentanyl deaths in King County doubled last year. Drug-related overdoses have skyrocketed. We've heard story after story about lost loved ones. This is a crisis. I secured funding to help our communities with this, & I'm working on legislation to do even more." Sen.Patty Murray
May 13, 2022 Rep. Schrier Joins Bipartisan Push for House to Vote on Invest to Protect Act, Funding for Smaller Police Departments Rep.Kim Schrier
May 13, 2022 Letter to Hon. Ur M. Jaddou, Director U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services - Rep. Raskin Sends Letter Calling on USCIS To Process Special Immigrant Juvenile Status Petitions for Vulnerable Youth Rep.Adam Smith, ...
May 12, 2022 Newhouse Backs the Blue Rep.Dan Newhouse
May 10, 2022 Letter to Jeanne Shaheen, Chairwoman of the Senate Appropriations Committee Subcommittee on Commerce, Justice, & Science, and Jerry Moran, Ranking Member of the Senate Appropriations Committee - Kaine, Bennet, Colleagues Request Increased Funding to Hire Law Enforcement and Support Community Policing Sen.Maria Cantwell, ...
May 10, 2022 Letter to Jeanne Shaheen, Chairwoman of the Senate Appropriation Committee Subcommittee on Commerce, Justice, and ScienceBennet Requests Increased Funding to Hire Law Enforcement and Support Community Policing Sen.Maria Cantwell, ...
May 10, 2022 Letter to Chiquita Brooks-LaSure, Administrator of the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services - Working to Restore Access to Medicaid Reproductive Health Services Rep.Adam Smith, ...
May 9, 2022 Tweet - "Quality, affordable child care isn't optional--it's essential for parents, for kids, for businesses, for our economy. It's essential for everyone. Let's deliver for families. #DayWithoutChildCare" Sen.Patty Murray
May 6, 2022 Tweet - "I met with Military Spouse of the Year winners from across the country & thanked them for all that they do to support our women & men in uniform. To all of Washington state's military spouses: thank you for all that you sacrifice for our country. #MilitarySpouseAppreciationDay" Sen.Patty Murray
May 6, 2022 Tweet - "Child care providers are so important. They help make sure families are supported, kids are cared for, & workers can head to their jobs. But so many providers are stretched thin. Let's pass my child care plan & make sure we support them--because they support us. #ThankYouChildCare" Sen.Patty Murray
May 6, 2022 Tweet - "Child care providers are so important. They help make sure families are supported, kids are cared for, & workers can head to their jobs. But so many providers are stretched thin. Let's pass my child care plan & make sure we support them--because they support us. #ThankYouChildCare" Sen.Patty Murray
May 5, 2022 Newhouse Leads Resolution to Designate National Day of Awareness for Missing and Murdered Native Women and Girls Rep.Kim Schrier, ...
May 4, 2022 At Hearing, Senator Murray Presses DHS Secretary on Immigrant Rights and Streamlined Immigration System Sen.Patty Murray
May 4, 2022 Tweet - "When the costs of everyday goods go up, that's hard on families. I'm working in the Senate to reverse that trend with plans to lower child care costs, health care costs, and so much more--in addition to what we're already doing to make goods more available and less costly." Sen.Patty Murray
May 4, 2022 Senator Murray Hosts a Virtual Roundtable with AARP Washington, Outlines Efforts to Lower Prescription Drug Costs Sen.Patty Murray
May 4, 2022 Rep. Smith Statement on Passing of Secretary Norman Mineta Rep.Adam Smith
April 29, 2022 Tweet - "We've seen record job growth in the last year, but families are feeling the sting of rising costs, and we've got to make sure we provide relief. Democrats are focused on passing a bill to lower costs on everything from prescription drugs to child care." Sen.Patty Murray
April 29, 2022 Letter to Matt Cartwright, Chairman of the Subcommittee on Commerce, Justice, Science, and Related Agencies, and Robert Aderholt, Ranking Member of the Subcommittee on Commerce, Justice, Science, and Related Agencies - To Improve Public Safety, We Must Better Support Local Law Enforcement Rep.Kim Schrier, ...
April 28, 2022 Following Push from Murray, FDA Moves to Ban Menthol Cigarettes and Flavored Cigars Sen.Patty Murray
April 28, 2022 Tweet - "Today while we honor & remember workers who were killed or injured on the job, we've got to double down on our commitment to ensure every worker has a safe workplace and working conditions. Workplace health and safety are an essential part of workers' rights. #WorkersMemorialDay" Sen.Patty Murray
April 28, 2022 Letter to President Biden, Secretary Mayorkas, and Secretary Blinken - Brown, Dean, 41 Members Of Congress Urge Temporary Protected Status For Ethiopians Rep.Pramila Jayapal, ...
April 27, 2022 Letter to Hon. Barbara Lee, Chairwoman of the House Appropriations Subcommittee on State, Foreign Operations, and Related Programs, Hon. Harold Rogers, Ranking Member of the House Appropriations Subcommittee on State, Foreign Operations, and Related Programs, Hon. Lucille Roybal-Allard, Chairwoman of the House Appropriations Subcommittee on Homeland Security, and Hon. Chuck Fleischmann, Ranking Member of the House Appropriations Subcommittee on Homeland Security - Congressmen Lowenthal, Correa, Colleagues Call For No Federal Appropriations Funding For Deporting Refugees from Vietnam, Cambodia, and Laos Rep.Pramila Jayapal, ...
April 27, 2022 Letter to Alejandro Mayorkas, Secretary of Homeland Security, Ur Jaddou, Director of the US Citizenship and Immigration Services - Feinstein, Hirono, Colleagues Support Biden Admin Proposal to Reverse Harmful Trump Immigration Rule Sen.Patty Murray, ...
April 27, 2022 Letter to Hon. Tim Ryan, Chairman Subcommittee on the Legislative Branch, Hon. Mike Quigley, Chairman Subcommittee on Financial Services and General Government, Herrera Beutler, Ranking Member Subcommittee on the Legislative Branch, and Hon. Steven Womack, Ranking Member Subcommittee on Financial Services - Rep. Aguilar Leads Letter To Allow DACA Recipients To Hold Federal Employment Rep.Suzan DelBene, ...
April 27, 2022 Senator Murray Defeats Senate Republicans' Attempt to Undermine Birth Control, Cancer Screenings, and STI Testing & Treatment Sen.Patty Murray
April 26, 2022 Tweet - "When a parent has to choose between paying rent or paying for the prescription drugs their kids need, that's an impossible choice--one that no one should have to make. That's why I'm fighting to lower costs on both so families have the support they need to live and thrive." Sen.Patty Murray
April 25, 2022 Letter to Alejandro Mayorkas, Secretary of Homeland Security - Representatives Clarke, Espaillat, Chu Call on Dhs to Expand Immigrant Access to Public Benefits Rep.Pramila Jayapal, ...
April 24, 2022 "The law is clear: insurance companies are required to pay for your birth control. But right now, that's not always the case and it's making it harder for women to get essential health care--& I'm working to fix that." Sen.Patty Murray
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