| June 1, 2022
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Tweet - "I fought to lower the costs of health care coverage in the American Rescue Plan, and now I'm working to not just extend that support, but to lower the costs of prescription drugs too. Everyone should be able to afford the care they need."
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Sen. Patty Murray
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| June 1, 2022
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Letter to Denis McDonough, Secretary of Veterans Affairs - Improving VA Mortgage Loan Process
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Rep. Kim Schrier, ...
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| June 1, 2022
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Members Of Congress Introduce Bipartisan War Powers Resolution To End Unauthorized U.S. Involvement In Saudi War In Yemen
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Rep. Pramila Jayapal, ...
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| May 31, 2022
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O'Halleran, Smith, Armstrong Introduce Bipartisan Legislation to Advance Telehealth Flexibility
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Rep. Adam Smith, ...
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| May 31, 2022
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Tweet - "If you've tried to rent or buy a home in Washington state, you know just how high prices have gotten. I've fought to secure more funds for our state to build more affordable housing, and I'll keep working to lower the cost of housing for everyone in our state."
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Sen. Patty Murray
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| May 30, 2022
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Senator Murray's Memorial Day Statement
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Sen. Patty Murray
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| May 30, 2022
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Tweet - "Today we honor the brave women and men--and their families--who made the ultimate sacrifice to protect our country. We will always remember the servicemembers who lost their lives defending our freedoms. #MemorialDay"
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Sen. Patty Murray
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| May 26, 2022
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Senate Confirms Cliff to Lead Highway Safety Traffic Administration as Traffic Fatalities Hit 16-Year High
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Sen. Maria Cantwell
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| May 26, 2022
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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."
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Sen. Patty Murray
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| May 26, 2022
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Senators Murray, Burr Release Draft of Legislation to Strengthen Families' Finances, Bolster Emergency Savings, Improve Retirement Security
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Sen. Patty Murray
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| May 26, 2022
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Newhouse Introduces Bill to Block China from Purchasing American Farmland
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Rep. Dan Newhouse
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| May 26, 2022
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Letter to Lloyd Austin, Secretary of Defense - Department of Defense Healthcare Coverage of Infertility Treatment
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Rep. Marilyn Strickland, ...
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| May 26, 2022
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Letter to Janet Yellen, Secretary of the Treasury, Charles Rettig, Commissioner of the Internal Revenue Service - Young, Bennet Lead Bipartisan Letter Urging Treasury, IRS to Swiftly Finalize Rule to Support Expansion of Affordable Housing
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Rep. Suzan DelBene, ...
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| May 25, 2022
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Moulton, DelBene, Costa, Ossoff Lead Bicameral, Bipartisan Push for High-Speed Rail Funding
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Rep. Suzan DelBene, ...
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| May 24, 2022
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Letter to Janet Yellen, US Secretary of the Treasury; and Charles P. Rettig, Commissioner of the Internal Revenue Service - Bennet, Young Lead Bipartisan, Bicameral Letter Urging Treasury, IRS to Swiftly Finalize Rule to Support Expansion of Affordable Housing
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Rep. Suzan DelBene, ...
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| May 24, 2022
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Cantwell, Grassley Want New Enforcement Authority for FTC to Fight Unfair Drug Pricing Practices and Provide More Transparency
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Sen. Maria Cantwell
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| May 24, 2022
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Cantwell Introduces Bipartisan Bill to Fight Unfair Drug Pricing
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Sen. Maria Cantwell
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| May 23, 2022
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Senator Murray Hails Major Bipartisan Deal on Historic Toxic Exposure Legislation
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Sen. Patty Murray
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| May 23, 2022
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Letter to Charles E. Schumer, Majority Leader of the United States Senate and Nancy Pelosi, Majority Leader of the United States House of Representatives - Kaptur, Colleagues Urge Congressional Leadership to Act on Lowering Health Care Costs
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Rep. Kim Schrier, ...
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| May 23, 2022
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Letter to Martin Oberman, Chair of the Surface Transportation Board - Capito, Manchin Urge Surface Transportation Board Chairman to Address Freight Delays, Service Disruptions
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Sen. Patty Murray, ...
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| May 23, 2022
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Letter to Hon. Martin Oberman, Chairman of the Surface Transportation Board - Senators Baldwin, Cramer, Colleagues Press Surface Transportation Board on Rail Disruptions, Ease Supply Chain Challenges
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Sen. Patty Murray, ...
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| May 20, 2022
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Tweet - "An alarming rate of young people are facing mental health challenges & it's critical we take action. I'm working on bipartisan legislation to support communities' efforts to help young people get the care they need. #MentalHealthAwarenessMonth"
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Sen. Patty Murray
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| May 19, 2022
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Senator Murray Applauds Senate Passage of Legislation to Address Formula Shortage
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Sen. Patty Murray
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| May 19, 2022
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Rep. Smith Introduces the Aviation Impacted Communities Act to Bring Relief to Residents Near Airports and Air-Flight Pathways
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Rep. Adam Smith
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| May 18, 2022
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Larsen Applauds U.S. Soccer Collective Bargaining Agreements
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Rep. Rick Larsen
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| May 18, 2022
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Letter to Joseph R. Biden, President of the United States - King Calls for National Strategy, Director to Address Baby Formula Shortage
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Sen. Patty Murray, ...
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| May 18, 2022
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Oversight, Armed Services, And Intelligence Committee Chairs On Report Finding Retaliation Against Lieutenant Colonel Yevgeny Vindman
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Rep. Adam Smith, ...
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| May 18, 2022
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Newhouse Introduces Legislation to Strengthen State Management of the Gray Wolf
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Rep. Dan Newhouse
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| May 17, 2022
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Rep. Smith Statement on House Passage of the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act of 2022
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Rep. Adam Smith
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| May 17, 2022
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Senators Murray, Burr Release Legislation to Support FDA Programs to Lower Costs and Spur Innovation
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Sen. Patty Murray
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| May 17, 2022
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Larsen Opening Statement at Aviation Subcommittee Hearing on "Preparing for Take-Off: Examining Efforts to Address Climate Change at U.S. Airports"
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Rep. Rick Larsen
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| May 16, 2022
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USDA To Begin DelBene's Heat-Related Crop Loss Relief Program
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Rep. Suzan DelBene
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| May 16, 2022
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Tweet - "Wishing you a quick and speedy recovery, @ChrisVanHollen . Looking forward to seeing you back here in the Senate soon."
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Sen. Patty Murray
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| May 14, 2022
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Tweet - "Thanks to funding I helped secure, soon the @800273TALK lifeline will have an easy 3-digit line anyone in WA state can call free & confidentially when they want someone to talk to. And I'm working on more common-sense steps to address our mental health crisis."
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Sen. Patty Murray
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| May 13, 2022
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Rep. Schrier's Letter Prompts This Week's Energy Hearing on Hydropower Licensing Reform
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Rep. Kim Schrier
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| May 13, 2022
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Letter to Mardi Mountford, President of the Infant Nutrition Council of America - Warner, Kaine, Colleagues Push Infant Formula Manufacturers to Address Shortages and Get Formula on Shelves
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Sen. Patty Murray, ...
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| May 12, 2022
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Murray Statement As U.S. Remembers One Million People Lost to COVID-19
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Sen. Patty Murray
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| May 12, 2022
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At Hearing with HUD Secretary, Senator Murray Highlights Urgent Need to Address Homelessness and Fund Affordable Housing
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Sen. Patty Murray
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| May 12, 2022
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Tweet - "1,000,000 loved ones lost to COVID-19. My heart is with everyone missing someone. The pain our families have suffered from the COVID-19 pandemic is unthinkably heartbreaking. We owe it to them to take action so we are never in a situation like this again."
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Sen. Patty Murray
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| May 10, 2022
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At Hearing, Senator Murray Urges Army Officials to Prioritize Military Housing and Mental Health
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Sen. Patty Murray
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| May 6, 2022
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Tweet - "To all the @PPGNHAIK nurses, doctors, medical professionals, educators, & staff who keep Planned Parenthood clinics in Washington state running: thank you. Often in the face of violence & threats, the work you do & the health care you provide is truly life-saving."
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Sen. Patty Murray
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| May 6, 2022
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Tweet - "Thank you to all of Washington state's nurses who have worked so hard to help treat our communities and keep people safe and healthy. Your work is so important, and I'm going to keep working to support you in it. #NationalNursesDay"
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Sen. Patty Murray
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| May 6, 2022
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Cantwell Calls for Shining a Light on "Black Box" in Prescription Drug Pricing Market
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Sen. Maria Cantwell
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| May 6, 2022
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Tweet - "I stood with @PPGNHAIK health officials & pro-choice women leaders from across Washington state in Seattle today to make it loud & clear we're not giving up this fight. We're going to do everything we can to protect the right to abortion & we need everyone's support to do it."
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Sen. Patty Murray
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| May 6, 2022
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Tweet - "I brought @SecBecerra to Seattle today alongside @RepJayapal , @RepKimSchrier , & @RepAdamSmith to hear directly about the mental health challenges our families are facing. I'm working across the aisle to make progress on this & I'm pressing the Biden Admin to take strong action."
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Sen. Patty Murray
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| May 5, 2022
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Tweet - "I want to take a moment to thank all of Washington state's educators. I am constantly inspired by your strength & commitment to supporting WA state students. Know that I have your back & will continue to fight to get you the resources & support you need. #TeacherAppreciationWeek"
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Sen. Patty Murray
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| May 5, 2022
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Tweet - "WA state children shouldn't have to wait until their mental health hits a crisis point to get care. We've got to make sure they can get the support they need as soon as they need it. I'm working on bipartisan legislation to help make that happen. #MentalHealthAwarenessMonth"
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Sen. Patty Murray
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| May 4, 2022
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Letter to Joseph Biden, President of the United States, Elizabeth Prelogar, Solicitor General, and Thomas Vilsack, Secretary of Agriculture - In Support of Humane Farming
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Rep. Kim Schrier, ...
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| May 4, 2022
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Rep. Smith Statement on Passing of Secretary Norman Mineta
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Rep. Adam Smith
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| May 4, 2022
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Cantwell Presses Sec. Buttigieg on Strengthening Protections for Airline Travelers, Increasing Efficiency of Consumer Refunds
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Sen. Maria Cantwell
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| May 3, 2022
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Letters to Pharmacy Benefit Managers - Amid Top Companies Illegally Delaying or Denying Patients Insurance Coverage for Birth Control, Murray, Wyden, Casey, Hassan Demand Answers
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Sen. Patty Murray
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| May 3, 2022
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Letter to Frank Pallone, Chairman of the Committee on Energy and Commerce - Requesting a Hearing on Hydropower
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Rep. Kim Schrier, ...
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| May 2, 2022
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Letter to Pete Buttigieg, Secretary of Transportation - Senator Markey, Chairwoman Cantwell, and Senator Blumenthal Urge Transportation Department to Increase Transparency and Efficiency for Airline Refunds
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Sen. Maria Cantwell, ...
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| May 2, 2022
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Tweet - "We have a mental health crisis and Congress has got to take action now to address it. I'm working on bipartisan legislation to help communities support those who are struggling and get people care. #MentalHealthAwarenessMonth"
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Sen. Patty Murray
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| April 29, 2022
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Rep. Schrier to DOE Secretary Granholm: Washington State Ideally Suited to Be a Coveted Hydrogen Hub
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Rep. Kim Schrier
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| April 28, 2022
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Letter to Thomas Vilsack, U.S. Secretary of Agriculture - Merkley, Wyden, Bonamici Push to Extend Federal Purchasing of West Coast Seafood
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Sen. Patty Murray, ...
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| April 28, 2022
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Rep. Schrier Participates in Health Subcommittee Hearing with HHS Secretary Becerra, Pushes for Improving Routine Vaccine Rates for Children
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Rep. Kim Schrier
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| April 28, 2022
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Letter to Tom Vilsack, Secretary of Agriculture - Senator Murray Joins Colleagues in Push to Expand Federal Purchasing of West Coast and Pacific Northwest Seafood
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Sen. Patty Murray, ...
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| April 28, 2022
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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"
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Sen. Patty Murray
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| April 28, 2022
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Following Push from Murray, FDA Moves to Ban Menthol Cigarettes and Flavored Cigars
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Sen. Patty Murray
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| April 28, 2022
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Transportation and Infrastructure Committee Advances Larsen's Advanced Air Mobility Bill
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Rep. Rick Larsen
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| April 28, 2022
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Newhouse Calls on USDA to Advocate for Farmers, Stop Efforts to Breach Dams
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Rep. Dan Newhouse
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| April 28, 2022
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Letter to Debbie Wasserman Schultz, Chairwoman of the House Appropriations Subcommittee on Military Construction, Veterans Affairs and Related Industries, and John Carter, Ranking Member - Requesting Provisions for Long-Term Care for Veterans Suffering from Traumatic Brain Injuries
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Rep. Marilyn Strickland, ...
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| April 27, 2022
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Letter to Jeff Merkley, Chair of the Senate Appropriations Subcommittee on Interior, Environment, and Related Agencies, Chellie Pingree, Chair of the House Appropriations Subcommittee on Interior, Environment, and Related Agencies, Lisa Murkowski, Ranking Member of the Senate Appropriations Subcommittee on Interior, Environment, and Related Agencies, David Joyce, Ranking Member of the House Appropriations Subcommittee on Interior, Environment, and Related Agencies - Bicameral Group Call for Additional Funding for Zero-Emission School Buses
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Rep. Adam Smith, ...
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| April 27, 2022
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Murray, Menendez, COVID Survivor Groups Honor Almost 1 Million Lives Lost to COVID, Urge Congress to Pass PREVENT Pandemics Act
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Sen. Patty Murray
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| April 27, 2022
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At Hearing, Senator Murray Probes Biden Nominee for Answers on Improving VA Health Services
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Sen. Patty Murray
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| April 27, 2022
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Letter to Rosa DeLauro, Chair of the House Labor, HHS, and Education Subcommittee, Tom Cole, Ranking Member of the House Labor, HHS, and Education Subcommittee, David Price, Chair of the House Transportation-HUD Subcommittee, Mario Diaz-Balart, Ranking Member of the House Transportation-HUD Subcommittee - Representatives Cicilline, Moore, Katko Lead Call for Increased Funding for Federal Lead Poisoning Prevention Efforts
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Rep. Kim Schrier, ...
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| April 27, 2022
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Senator Murray Defeats Senate Republicans' Attempt to Undermine Birth Control, Cancer Screenings, and STI Testing & Treatment
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Sen. Patty Murray
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| April 26, 2022
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Senator Murray Presses FDA Leaders On COVID Vaccines for Kids, Fentanyl Deaths, Lowering Costs, and More at Hearing on User Fee Programs
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Sen. Patty Murray
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| April 23, 2022
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Tweet - "Washington state cannabis businesses shouldn't have to fear for their safety because of outdated banking laws. Let's pass the #SAFEBankingAct and make sure these businesses don't have to operate fully in cash.
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Sen. Patty Murray
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| April 22, 2022
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Tweet - "There are few more urgent threats to Washington state than climate change. This #EarthDay, know that I am pushing full steam ahead to pass climate legislation that meets the scope of this crisis and protects this beautiful state we call home."
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Sen. Patty Murray
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| April 22, 2022
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Letter to Joseph R. Biden, President of the United States - Jacobs, Keating, Mcgovern, And Colleagues Call On President To Ban Use Of Cluster Munitions By The U.S. Military
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Rep. Pramila Jayapal, ...
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| April 20, 2022
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Letter to Hon. Pete Buttigieg, Secretary U.S. Department of Transportation - Norton, Lynch, Quigley, Suozzi Lead Quiet Skies Caucus Request for Addition of Five Community Representatives to NextGen Advisory Committee
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Rep. Adam Smith, ...
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| April 20, 2022
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Tweet - "Washington state nurses have been stretched thin and pushed to the brink over the course of this pandemic. Our entire health care workforce needs more support and resources--and I'm working on delivering just that."
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Sen. Patty Murray
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| April 19, 2022
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Letter to Hon. Charles E. Schumer, Senate Majority Leader - Underwood, Williams Lead Effort to Permanently Lower Health Care Costs
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Rep. Kim Schrier, ...
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