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May 2, 2018 Tweet - "If you don't have child care, you can't get a job." Watch these moms share their stories on what it's like to be a working parent who struggles to find and afford child care." Sen. Patty Murray
May 1, 2018 AFT Voices - Every Young Learner Deserves Affordable, High-Quality Education Sen. Patty Murray, ...
May 1, 2018 Tweet - "Appreciated getting a chance to chat w student parents at @WWU & learning more about how having access to high-quality, affordable child care has impacted their education--more reason we must keep working to make our #ChildCare4All bill a reality." Sen. Patty Murray
May 1, 2018 Tweet - "Investing in our youngest learners and the teachers who care for them is not only the right thing to do, it is a smart investment for our economy and our future." Sen. Patty Murray
May 1, 2018 Tweet - "Had a great time today visiting the staff & children at @WWU's AS Child Development Center. It's up to all of us to ensure our next generation of thinkers, workers & leaders are prepared for the challenges of the future--and that starts with giving them a solid educational start." Sen. Patty Murray
May 1, 2018 Tweet - "Some parents want to work, but can't even make it to an interview because they don't have reliable, affordable, high-quality child care. #ChildCare4All is the right thing to do for families, communities, and the economy." Sen. Patty Murray
April 30, 2018 Tweet - "Almost half of 3- and 4-year-olds are not enrolled in high quality preschool programs. This impacts our youngest learners' ability to start kindergarten prepared for success." Sen. Patty Murray
April 30, 2018 Tweet - "All around the country, families are struggling to find and afford high-quality preschool. Find out some of the challenges here" Sen. Patty Murray
April 23, 2018 Tweet - "President Trump's latest ideological move to change the focus of our efforts to prevent teen pregnancy away from evidence-based programs could undermine so much of the progress we've made in recent years." Sen. Patty Murray
April 20, 2018 Senator Murray on the Trump-Pence Ideological Approach to Teen Pregnancy: "Absolutely Wrong Direction" Sen. Patty Murray
April 18, 2018 Letter to Kevin Burns, CEO, JUUL Labs, Inc. - Answers On Marketing Addictive E-Cigarette Vaping Product To Teens, Urge FDA To Take Swift Action Sen. Patty Murray, ...
April 18, 2018 Letter to the Hon. Scott Gottlieb, M.D., Commissions, FDA - Marketing Addictive E-Cigarette Vaping Product To Teens, Urge FDA To Take Swift Action Sen. Patty Murray, ...
April 11, 2018 Tweet - "Because parents, community leaders, and child care advocates around the country made their voices heard, we were able to secure the largest increase in funding to child care ever. But our work isn't done until we have #ChildCare4All" Sen. Patty Murray
April 11, 2018 Letter to the Hon. Jerry Moran, Senate Appropriations Subcommittee on Commerce, Justice, Science, and Related Agencies Chairman, and the Hon. Jeanne Shaheen, Ranking Member - Fund Juvenile Justice Programs & Improve Outcomes for Kids Sen. Maria Cantwell, ...
April 10, 2018 Tweet - "Child care is an issue that almost every parent in every community in every state is talking about, but few in Congress are focused on. #ChildCare4All" Sen. Patty Murray
April 9, 2018 Tweet - "Last week, I heard the same urgent message from parents & early learning professionals as I traveled across WA: no one is exempt from the child care crisis. Now more than ever, I'm committed to keeping up the fight for #ChildCare4All" Sen. Patty Murray
April 9, 2018 Tweet - "When it comes to what's at stake if we don't solve the child care crisis, Rachel, a mom I met in Longview, sums it up perfectly: "we can either pay for it now, or pay for it later." #ChildCare4All is a smart investment, today & for our future." Sen. Patty Murray
April 9, 2018 Tweet - "I'll continue listening to the parents and advocates on the front lines, and fighting to strengthen investments in our youngest learners until our dream of providing high-quality child care for all is a reality. #ChildCare4All" Sen. Patty Murray
April 9, 2018 Tweet - "My recent visits to child care & early learning centers across WA were powerful reminders of what's at stake for our families & our country if we don't solve the growing child care crisis. Read more here:" Sen. Patty Murray
April 6, 2018 Tweet - "Even when the costs are more than they can afford, many parents feel they must put their kids in high-quality preschool to prepare them for kindergarten and beyond. As they said, "either we pay for it now, or pay for it later" #ChildCare4All" Sen. Patty Murray
April 5, 2018 Senator Murray Discusses Solutions to Child Care Crisis with Local Parents & Early Learning Professionals in Tour of Child Care Centers Across Washington State Sen. Patty Murray
April 4, 2018 Tweet - "What a treat to visit with parents, child care center workers & kids in Vancouver today to talk about my #ChildCare4All bill--hearing their stories shows just how desperately working families need better access to affordable, high-quality child care." Sen. Patty Murray
April 3, 2018 Tweet - "Appreciated hearing from Longview parents & child care professionals today about how the child care crisis is impacting their community. Taking these stories & others from across WA with me as we keep building support to make #ChildCare4All a reality." Sen. Patty Murray
April 2, 2018 Tweet - "Congress passed a spending bill that increased child care funding by almost double. This is a clear sign my colleagues in Congress are starting to recognize that child care is one of the biggest challenges facing working families today." Sen. Patty Murray
April 2, 2018 Tweet - "At a time when too many parents are wondering how they will pay doctor's bills, keep a roof over their children's heads, or save for college, affording child care shouldn't be another concern. #ChildCare4All" Sen. Patty Murray
April 2, 2018 Tweet - "Parents around the country have similar stories to Dustin, who pays $26,000 a year for child care. The Child Care for Working Families Act means "families like mine can get a little extra help that would make all the difference," says Dustin." Sen. Patty Murray
April 2, 2018 Tweet - "This week I'm visiting child care centers in Longview, Vancouver and Seattle to hear directly from parents, teachers, and caregivers on just how urgent our child care crisis is. This is why we need #ChildCare4All" Sen. Patty Murray
March 31, 2018 Tweet - "Parents shouldn't have to lay awake at night worrying how they'll afford child care, or if they can even find child care. Every child deserves high-quality early learning and care." Sen. Patty Murray
March 30, 2018 Tweet - "No family should have to spend half or almost all of their income on child care, and no parent should be forced not to work because they can't afford child care. We need #ChildCare4All" Sen. Patty Murray
March 28, 2018 Tweet - "The struggle to find and afford high-quality child care is almost universal for families in our country. We have to do better. #ChildCare4All" Sen. Patty Murray
March 28, 2018 Tweet - "There's an issue that almost every parent in every community in every state is talking about, but few in Congress are focused on--and that's access to quality, affordable child care." Sen. Patty Murray
March 23, 2018 Tweet - "The $2.37B increase for child care in Congress' spending bill is a down payment on the Child Care for Working Families Act. Proud to be a cosponsor of this important bill that will ensure access to high-quality child care and early learning for all. #ChildCare4All #ChildCareNow" Sen. Patty Murray
March 22, 2018 Letter to Mr. Kelly - Investigate Allegations Of Separation Of Children From Asylum-Seeking Parents At U.S. Border Sen. Maria Cantwell, ...
March 21, 2018 Tweet - "As a former preschool teacher, I know that investing in our youngest learners isn't just the right thing to do, it's the smartest thing we can do--so I hope we can keep working together until high-quality, affordable early learning and care is a reality for all. #ChildCare4All" Sen. Patty Murray
March 21, 2018 Tweet - "I've heard from families across WA and the country about their struggles to find & afford high-quality child care, so I'm pleased Congress listened to parents, teachers, & local community members, and agreed to the biggest increase of child care funding ever. -PM" Sen. Patty Murray
March 21, 2018 Senator Murray Announces Major New Investments in Child Care and Early Learning: "The Smartest Thing We Can Do" Sen. Patty Murray
March 12, 2018 Tweet - "Affordable child care should be available for all parents who need it. I will keep fighting to make this a reality for all families across the nation." Sen. Patty Murray
March 12, 2018 Tweet - "In 28 states, child care costs more than college. We clearly must do more to make child care accessible to all families, not an impossible financial burden." Sen. Patty Murray
March 6, 2018 Tweet - "I got my start in politics advocating for my kids' preschool program, and I'm so glad so many moms, dads, teachers, and kids are on Capitol Hill today advocating for #ChildCare4All. --PM" Sen. Patty Murray
March 6, 2018 Tweet - "Every family should have access to affordable, high quality child care. Thank you @NAEYC for delivering petitions to Congress supporting the Child Care for Working Families Act!" Sen. Patty Murray
March 6, 2018 Tweet - "No parent should have to pay more than they can afford for child care. That's why we need #ChildCare4All" Sen. Patty Murray
Feb. 9, 2018 Tweet - "Because millions of parents made their voices heard on the importance of early learning and care, our budget deal includes a major new investment in child care. This is a big win for working families, but we must keep fighting for #ChildCare4All." Sen. Patty Murray
Feb. 8, 2018 Tweet - "We need to support children who struggle with trauma, and who may navigate child services as family members fight addiction." Sen. Patty Murray
Jan. 23, 2018 Tweet - "While it's good that Republican leaders were able to keep the lights on for a few more weeks, to be very clear--we need to do a whole lot more than the bare minimum." Sen. Patty Murray
Jan. 22, 2018 Senator Murray's Statement on Republicans Ending Shutdown, Committing to Work with Democrats on Long-Term Deal Sen. Patty Murray
Jan. 21, 2018 Tweet - "It was just one year ago that President Trump was sworn into office promising the American people that he that he would break through the gridlock to get results for workers and families. #TrumpShutdown" Sen. Patty Murray
Jan. 21, 2018 Tweet - "It was just one year ago that President Trump was sworn into office promising the American people that he that he would break through the gridlock to get results for workers and families. #TrumpShutdown" Sen. Patty Murray
Jan. 20, 2018 Senator Murray's Statement on Shutdown of Federal Government Sen. Patty Murray
Jan. 18, 2018 Tweet - "We shouldn't even be having this discussion. President Trump & Republicans have said before that they support fully-funding CHIP & protecting young people from deportation who have lived almost their entire lives in the US." Sen. Patty Murray
Jan. 18, 2018 Tweet - "Reminder: Republicans spent the last year sabotaging health care & twisting arms to pass a massive giveaway to billionaire families & corporations--at the expense of working people--while they could have been passing legislation to fully-fund CHIP." Sen. Patty Murray
Jan. 11, 2018 Tweet - "Yesterday I shared one story of a family in Washington state who relies on CHIP for the health care they need, here are 6 more from across the country (Special Character)" Sen. Patty Murray
Jan. 11, 2018 Tweet - "We can provide needed health coverage & care for 9 million kids, AND save $6 billion. Only thing stopping us is the delay from Republicans. We must act now." Sen. Patty Murray
Jan. 11, 2018 Tweet - "There are 60,000 children in WA who are insured through CHIP. Nine million families nationwide rely on it to help address the health needs of their children. Yet, it has taken over 102 days, & counting, to restore it. There is no excuse for this inaction. #SaveCHIP" Sen. Patty Murray
Jan. 11, 2018 Tweet - "It's been 100+ days since deadline to fund CHIP, but Republicans spent the last months of 2017 giving tax breaks to massive corporations & the wealthiest instead of taking care of the health needs of children and families." Sen. Patty Murray
Jan. 11, 2018 Tweet - "ICYMI: Nonpartisan CBO says finding a solution to fund CHIP and getting children the health care they need actually SAVES money." Sen. Patty Murray
Jan. 10, 2018 Tweet - "The GOP tax plan will cost 1000x more than it would to fund CHIP for 9 million children nationwide, and it's clearer than ever where Republicans' priorities lie." Sen. Patty Murray
Jan. 10, 2018 Tweet - "REMINDER: 9 million children have the health care they need covered through CHIP, and this Republican-led Congress let it run out of funding 102 days ago." Sen. Patty Murray
Jan. 10, 2018 Tweet - "Today I shared the story of Stella, a 5-year-old in WA born with spina bifida. She needs 5 catheters a day, new leg braces, multiple MRI scans a year. She is one of 60k WA kids who rely on CHIP for needed health care. Congress must #SaveCHIP for our families." Sen. Patty Murray
Jan. 10, 2018 Tweet - "By pushing partisan tax reform last year @GOP put massive corporations and the wealthiest ahead of making sure children and families have the health care they need. #ExtendCHIP" Sen. Patty Murray
Jan. 8, 2018 Tweet - "Continued uncertainty on for a long term CHIP solution has already done a lot of harm for families, and I'm hopeful Republicans are finally ready to work with us to get this done." Sen. Patty Murray
Jan. 4, 2018 Tweet - "Unfortunately Republicans spent a year punting on critical issues, so lots to do before 1/19 including: - Reauthorize CHIP funding - Pass the Dream Act - Undo President Trump's sabotage & lower health care costs… …the list could go on, but we only have so many characters." Sen. Patty Murray
Jan. 3, 2018 Tweet - "We must keep repeating this until they listen: Republicans shouldn't hold up children's health care in order to push through their partisan agenda." Sen. Patty Murray
Jan. 2, 2018 Tweet - "ICYMI: your daily reminder that it's been 93 DAYS since Republicans let funding for the Children's Health Insurance Program expire. Our kids need more than a temporary fix--we must come together to restore full funding for CHIP now." Sen. Patty Murray
Jan. 2, 2018 Tweet - "Reminder: This Republican-controlled Congress spent the last months of the year giving tax breaks to massive corporations and the wealthiest instead of taking care of the health needs of children and families. It's past time for a solution to fund CHIP." Sen. Patty Murray
Dec. 21, 2017 Jayapal Statement on Passage of the GOP Continuing Resolution Rep. Pramila Jayapal
Dec. 21, 2017 Larsen Statement on Short-Term Continuing Resolution Rep. Rick Larsen
Dec. 21, 2017 Senator Murray Votes No on Short-Term Spending Bill: "Families Deserve Better" Sen. Patty Murray
Dec. 12, 2017 In Rallying Call to Advocates, Senator Murray Highlights Urgent Need for Critical Investments in Child Care, Early Learning Sen. Patty Murray
Dec. 12, 2017 Tweet - "Affordable child care for all working families isn't just the right thing to do--it's a smart investment. #CostofCare17" Sen. Patty Murray
Dec. 12, 2017 Tweet - "Too many families are struggling to afford child care. It's time for #ChildCare4All. #CostofCare17" Sen. Patty Murray
Dec. 7, 2017 Tweet - "Without CHIP, thousands & thousands of children in WA will be left to fend for themselves when they get sick or injured. That's not who we are, and it's beyond time to come together to reauthorize this critical program." Sen. Patty Murray
Dec. 7, 2017 Letter to the Hon. Mitch McConnell, Senate Majority Leader, the Hon. Charles Schumer, Senate Minority Leader, the Hon. Paul Ryan, Speaker of the House, the Hon. Nancy Pelosi, House Minority Leader - Extend CHIP Funding Rep. Rick Larsen, ...
Dec. 7, 2017 Tweet - "Our child care professionals are too often underpaid and overworked. According to @amprog estimates, the Child Care for Working Families Act would increase pay by 26 percent for teachers & caregivers" Sen. Patty Murray
Dec. 4, 2017 Tweet - "It's been 2 months since Republicans allowed CHIP to expire, throwing care for millions of kids in WA & nationwide into question. It's beyond time to restore certainty for working families & renew CHIP's funding." Sen. Patty Murray
Dec. 4, 2017 Tweet - "We can no longer drag our feet while families worry if they'll be able to get their children the care they need--it's time for Republicans to get serious & work with us to reauthorize CHIP." Sen. Patty Murray
Date Title Politician
May 2, 2018 Tweet - "If you don't have child care, you can't get a job." Watch these moms share their stories on what it's like to be a working parent who struggles to find and afford child care." Sen.Patty Murray
May 1, 2018 AFT Voices - Every Young Learner Deserves Affordable, High-Quality Education Sen.Patty Murray, ...
May 1, 2018 Tweet - "Appreciated getting a chance to chat w student parents at @WWU & learning more about how having access to high-quality, affordable child care has impacted their education--more reason we must keep working to make our #ChildCare4All bill a reality." Sen.Patty Murray
May 1, 2018 Tweet - "Investing in our youngest learners and the teachers who care for them is not only the right thing to do, it is a smart investment for our economy and our future." Sen.Patty Murray
May 1, 2018 Tweet - "Had a great time today visiting the staff & children at @WWU's AS Child Development Center. It's up to all of us to ensure our next generation of thinkers, workers & leaders are prepared for the challenges of the future--and that starts with giving them a solid educational start." Sen.Patty Murray
May 1, 2018 Tweet - "Some parents want to work, but can't even make it to an interview because they don't have reliable, affordable, high-quality child care. #ChildCare4All is the right thing to do for families, communities, and the economy." Sen.Patty Murray
April 30, 2018 Tweet - "Almost half of 3- and 4-year-olds are not enrolled in high quality preschool programs. This impacts our youngest learners' ability to start kindergarten prepared for success." Sen.Patty Murray
April 30, 2018 Tweet - "All around the country, families are struggling to find and afford high-quality preschool. Find out some of the challenges here" Sen.Patty Murray
April 23, 2018 Tweet - "President Trump's latest ideological move to change the focus of our efforts to prevent teen pregnancy away from evidence-based programs could undermine so much of the progress we've made in recent years." Sen.Patty Murray
April 20, 2018 Senator Murray on the Trump-Pence Ideological Approach to Teen Pregnancy: "Absolutely Wrong Direction" Sen.Patty Murray
April 18, 2018 Letter to Kevin Burns, CEO, JUUL Labs, Inc. - Answers On Marketing Addictive E-Cigarette Vaping Product To Teens, Urge FDA To Take Swift Action Sen.Patty Murray, ...
April 18, 2018 Letter to the Hon. Scott Gottlieb, M.D., Commissions, FDA - Marketing Addictive E-Cigarette Vaping Product To Teens, Urge FDA To Take Swift Action Sen.Patty Murray, ...
April 11, 2018 Tweet - "Because parents, community leaders, and child care advocates around the country made their voices heard, we were able to secure the largest increase in funding to child care ever. But our work isn't done until we have #ChildCare4All" Sen.Patty Murray
April 11, 2018 Letter to the Hon. Jerry Moran, Senate Appropriations Subcommittee on Commerce, Justice, Science, and Related Agencies Chairman, and the Hon. Jeanne Shaheen, Ranking Member - Fund Juvenile Justice Programs & Improve Outcomes for Kids Sen.Maria Cantwell, ...
April 10, 2018 Tweet - "Child care is an issue that almost every parent in every community in every state is talking about, but few in Congress are focused on. #ChildCare4All" Sen.Patty Murray
April 9, 2018 Tweet - "Last week, I heard the same urgent message from parents & early learning professionals as I traveled across WA: no one is exempt from the child care crisis. Now more than ever, I'm committed to keeping up the fight for #ChildCare4All" Sen.Patty Murray
April 9, 2018 Tweet - "When it comes to what's at stake if we don't solve the child care crisis, Rachel, a mom I met in Longview, sums it up perfectly: "we can either pay for it now, or pay for it later." #ChildCare4All is a smart investment, today & for our future." Sen.Patty Murray
April 9, 2018 Tweet - "I'll continue listening to the parents and advocates on the front lines, and fighting to strengthen investments in our youngest learners until our dream of providing high-quality child care for all is a reality. #ChildCare4All" Sen.Patty Murray
April 9, 2018 Tweet - "My recent visits to child care & early learning centers across WA were powerful reminders of what's at stake for our families & our country if we don't solve the growing child care crisis. Read more here:" Sen.Patty Murray
April 6, 2018 Tweet - "Even when the costs are more than they can afford, many parents feel they must put their kids in high-quality preschool to prepare them for kindergarten and beyond. As they said, "either we pay for it now, or pay for it later" #ChildCare4All" Sen.Patty Murray
April 5, 2018 Senator Murray Discusses Solutions to Child Care Crisis with Local Parents & Early Learning Professionals in Tour of Child Care Centers Across Washington State Sen.Patty Murray
April 4, 2018 Tweet - "What a treat to visit with parents, child care center workers & kids in Vancouver today to talk about my #ChildCare4All bill--hearing their stories shows just how desperately working families need better access to affordable, high-quality child care." Sen.Patty Murray
April 3, 2018 Tweet - "Appreciated hearing from Longview parents & child care professionals today about how the child care crisis is impacting their community. Taking these stories & others from across WA with me as we keep building support to make #ChildCare4All a reality." Sen.Patty Murray
April 2, 2018 Tweet - "Congress passed a spending bill that increased child care funding by almost double. This is a clear sign my colleagues in Congress are starting to recognize that child care is one of the biggest challenges facing working families today." Sen.Patty Murray
April 2, 2018 Tweet - "At a time when too many parents are wondering how they will pay doctor's bills, keep a roof over their children's heads, or save for college, affording child care shouldn't be another concern. #ChildCare4All" Sen.Patty Murray
April 2, 2018 Tweet - "Parents around the country have similar stories to Dustin, who pays $26,000 a year for child care. The Child Care for Working Families Act means "families like mine can get a little extra help that would make all the difference," says Dustin." Sen.Patty Murray
April 2, 2018 Tweet - "This week I'm visiting child care centers in Longview, Vancouver and Seattle to hear directly from parents, teachers, and caregivers on just how urgent our child care crisis is. This is why we need #ChildCare4All" Sen.Patty Murray
March 31, 2018 Tweet - "Parents shouldn't have to lay awake at night worrying how they'll afford child care, or if they can even find child care. Every child deserves high-quality early learning and care." Sen.Patty Murray
March 30, 2018 Tweet - "No family should have to spend half or almost all of their income on child care, and no parent should be forced not to work because they can't afford child care. We need #ChildCare4All" Sen.Patty Murray
March 28, 2018 Tweet - "The struggle to find and afford high-quality child care is almost universal for families in our country. We have to do better. #ChildCare4All" Sen.Patty Murray
March 28, 2018 Tweet - "There's an issue that almost every parent in every community in every state is talking about, but few in Congress are focused on--and that's access to quality, affordable child care." Sen.Patty Murray
March 23, 2018 Tweet - "The $2.37B increase for child care in Congress' spending bill is a down payment on the Child Care for Working Families Act. Proud to be a cosponsor of this important bill that will ensure access to high-quality child care and early learning for all. #ChildCare4All #ChildCareNow" Sen.Patty Murray
March 22, 2018 Letter to Mr. Kelly - Investigate Allegations Of Separation Of Children From Asylum-Seeking Parents At U.S. Border Sen.Maria Cantwell, ...
March 21, 2018 Tweet - "As a former preschool teacher, I know that investing in our youngest learners isn't just the right thing to do, it's the smartest thing we can do--so I hope we can keep working together until high-quality, affordable early learning and care is a reality for all. #ChildCare4All" Sen.Patty Murray
March 21, 2018 Tweet - "I've heard from families across WA and the country about their struggles to find & afford high-quality child care, so I'm pleased Congress listened to parents, teachers, & local community members, and agreed to the biggest increase of child care funding ever. -PM" Sen.Patty Murray
March 21, 2018 Senator Murray Announces Major New Investments in Child Care and Early Learning: "The Smartest Thing We Can Do" Sen.Patty Murray
March 12, 2018 Tweet - "Affordable child care should be available for all parents who need it. I will keep fighting to make this a reality for all families across the nation." Sen.Patty Murray
March 12, 2018 Tweet - "In 28 states, child care costs more than college. We clearly must do more to make child care accessible to all families, not an impossible financial burden." Sen.Patty Murray
March 6, 2018 Tweet - "I got my start in politics advocating for my kids' preschool program, and I'm so glad so many moms, dads, teachers, and kids are on Capitol Hill today advocating for #ChildCare4All. --PM" Sen.Patty Murray
March 6, 2018 Tweet - "Every family should have access to affordable, high quality child care. Thank you @NAEYC for delivering petitions to Congress supporting the Child Care for Working Families Act!" Sen.Patty Murray
March 6, 2018 Tweet - "No parent should have to pay more than they can afford for child care. That's why we need #ChildCare4All" Sen.Patty Murray
Feb. 9, 2018 Tweet - "Because millions of parents made their voices heard on the importance of early learning and care, our budget deal includes a major new investment in child care. This is a big win for working families, but we must keep fighting for #ChildCare4All." Sen.Patty Murray
Feb. 8, 2018 Tweet - "We need to support children who struggle with trauma, and who may navigate child services as family members fight addiction." Sen.Patty Murray
Jan. 23, 2018 Tweet - "While it's good that Republican leaders were able to keep the lights on for a few more weeks, to be very clear--we need to do a whole lot more than the bare minimum." Sen.Patty Murray
Jan. 22, 2018 Senator Murray's Statement on Republicans Ending Shutdown, Committing to Work with Democrats on Long-Term Deal Sen.Patty Murray
Jan. 21, 2018 Tweet - "It was just one year ago that President Trump was sworn into office promising the American people that he that he would break through the gridlock to get results for workers and families. #TrumpShutdown" Sen.Patty Murray
Jan. 21, 2018 Tweet - "It was just one year ago that President Trump was sworn into office promising the American people that he that he would break through the gridlock to get results for workers and families. #TrumpShutdown" Sen.Patty Murray
Jan. 20, 2018 Senator Murray's Statement on Shutdown of Federal Government Sen.Patty Murray
Jan. 18, 2018 Tweet - "We shouldn't even be having this discussion. President Trump & Republicans have said before that they support fully-funding CHIP & protecting young people from deportation who have lived almost their entire lives in the US." Sen.Patty Murray
Jan. 18, 2018 Tweet - "Reminder: Republicans spent the last year sabotaging health care & twisting arms to pass a massive giveaway to billionaire families & corporations--at the expense of working people--while they could have been passing legislation to fully-fund CHIP." Sen.Patty Murray
Jan. 11, 2018 Tweet - "Yesterday I shared one story of a family in Washington state who relies on CHIP for the health care they need, here are 6 more from across the country (Special Character)" Sen.Patty Murray
Jan. 11, 2018 Tweet - "We can provide needed health coverage & care for 9 million kids, AND save $6 billion. Only thing stopping us is the delay from Republicans. We must act now." Sen.Patty Murray
Jan. 11, 2018 Tweet - "There are 60,000 children in WA who are insured through CHIP. Nine million families nationwide rely on it to help address the health needs of their children. Yet, it has taken over 102 days, & counting, to restore it. There is no excuse for this inaction. #SaveCHIP" Sen.Patty Murray
Jan. 11, 2018 Tweet - "It's been 100+ days since deadline to fund CHIP, but Republicans spent the last months of 2017 giving tax breaks to massive corporations & the wealthiest instead of taking care of the health needs of children and families." Sen.Patty Murray
Jan. 11, 2018 Tweet - "ICYMI: Nonpartisan CBO says finding a solution to fund CHIP and getting children the health care they need actually SAVES money." Sen.Patty Murray
Jan. 10, 2018 Tweet - "The GOP tax plan will cost 1000x more than it would to fund CHIP for 9 million children nationwide, and it's clearer than ever where Republicans' priorities lie." Sen.Patty Murray
Jan. 10, 2018 Tweet - "REMINDER: 9 million children have the health care they need covered through CHIP, and this Republican-led Congress let it run out of funding 102 days ago." Sen.Patty Murray
Jan. 10, 2018 Tweet - "Today I shared the story of Stella, a 5-year-old in WA born with spina bifida. She needs 5 catheters a day, new leg braces, multiple MRI scans a year. She is one of 60k WA kids who rely on CHIP for needed health care. Congress must #SaveCHIP for our families." Sen.Patty Murray
Jan. 10, 2018 Tweet - "By pushing partisan tax reform last year @GOP put massive corporations and the wealthiest ahead of making sure children and families have the health care they need. #ExtendCHIP" Sen.Patty Murray
Jan. 8, 2018 Tweet - "Continued uncertainty on for a long term CHIP solution has already done a lot of harm for families, and I'm hopeful Republicans are finally ready to work with us to get this done." Sen.Patty Murray
Jan. 4, 2018 Tweet - "Unfortunately Republicans spent a year punting on critical issues, so lots to do before 1/19 including: - Reauthorize CHIP funding - Pass the Dream Act - Undo President Trump's sabotage & lower health care costs… …the list could go on, but we only have so many characters." Sen.Patty Murray
Jan. 3, 2018 Tweet - "We must keep repeating this until they listen: Republicans shouldn't hold up children's health care in order to push through their partisan agenda." Sen.Patty Murray
Jan. 2, 2018 Tweet - "ICYMI: your daily reminder that it's been 93 DAYS since Republicans let funding for the Children's Health Insurance Program expire. Our kids need more than a temporary fix--we must come together to restore full funding for CHIP now." Sen.Patty Murray
Jan. 2, 2018 Tweet - "Reminder: This Republican-controlled Congress spent the last months of the year giving tax breaks to massive corporations and the wealthiest instead of taking care of the health needs of children and families. It's past time for a solution to fund CHIP." Sen.Patty Murray
Dec. 21, 2017 Jayapal Statement on Passage of the GOP Continuing Resolution Rep.Pramila Jayapal
Dec. 21, 2017 Larsen Statement on Short-Term Continuing Resolution Rep.Rick Larsen
Dec. 21, 2017 Senator Murray Votes No on Short-Term Spending Bill: "Families Deserve Better" Sen.Patty Murray
Dec. 12, 2017 In Rallying Call to Advocates, Senator Murray Highlights Urgent Need for Critical Investments in Child Care, Early Learning Sen.Patty Murray
Dec. 12, 2017 Tweet - "Affordable child care for all working families isn't just the right thing to do--it's a smart investment. #CostofCare17" Sen.Patty Murray
Dec. 12, 2017 Tweet - "Too many families are struggling to afford child care. It's time for #ChildCare4All. #CostofCare17" Sen.Patty Murray
Dec. 7, 2017 Tweet - "Without CHIP, thousands & thousands of children in WA will be left to fend for themselves when they get sick or injured. That's not who we are, and it's beyond time to come together to reauthorize this critical program." Sen.Patty Murray
Dec. 7, 2017 Letter to the Hon. Mitch McConnell, Senate Majority Leader, the Hon. Charles Schumer, Senate Minority Leader, the Hon. Paul Ryan, Speaker of the House, the Hon. Nancy Pelosi, House Minority Leader - Extend CHIP Funding Rep.Rick Larsen, ...
Dec. 7, 2017 Tweet - "Our child care professionals are too often underpaid and overworked. According to @amprog estimates, the Child Care for Working Families Act would increase pay by 26 percent for teachers & caregivers" Sen.Patty Murray
Dec. 4, 2017 Tweet - "It's been 2 months since Republicans allowed CHIP to expire, throwing care for millions of kids in WA & nationwide into question. It's beyond time to restore certainty for working families & renew CHIP's funding." Sen.Patty Murray
Dec. 4, 2017 Tweet - "We can no longer drag our feet while families worry if they'll be able to get their children the care they need--it's time for Republicans to get serious & work with us to reauthorize CHIP." Sen.Patty Murray
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