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Dec. 1, 2018 Newhouse Statement on Passing of President George H. W. Bush Rep. Dan Newhouse
Dec. 1, 2018 Ranking Member Adam Smith Statement on the Passing of President George H. W. Bush Rep. Adam Smith
Nov. 30, 2018 Letter to the Hon. Michael Missal, Inspector General of the Veterans Affairs - Boozman, Schatz Call for Inspector General Investigation into VA's Failure to Pay Veterans Full Benefits Sen. Patty Murray, ...
Nov. 29, 2018 Murray: Trump Administration Offers "How-to Guide for Health Care Sabotage" Sen. Patty Murray
Nov. 29, 2018 Tweet - "Unacceptable. Every person in this country should have the health care coverage they need, but under the Trump Administration, the number of uninsured American children has increased by over a quarter million." Sen. Patty Murray
Nov. 29, 2018 Tweet - "As President, @realDonaldTrump has done all he can to sabotage our health care. Now, for the first time in more than a decade, the number of uninsured American children has increased." Sen. Patty Murray
Nov. 29, 2018 Murray Highlights Bipartisan Success as Committee Passes Legislation to Help Families and Communities Sen. Patty Murray
Nov. 28, 2018 Hearing of the Senate Health, Education, Labor & Pensions Committee - Opening Statement of Sen. Murray, Hearing on Health Care Costs Sen. Patty Murray
Nov. 28, 2018 Letter to the Hon. Robert Redfield, Director of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention - Murray Seeks Update on Ebola Outbreak Response in the Democratic Republic of the Congo Sen. Patty Murray
Nov. 28, 2018 Tweet - "Voters were clear--they don't want Republicans to keep trying to repeal their health care, and they don't want President Trump to keep sabotaging it. They want Republicans to return to the negotiating table and work with Democrats on common sense solutions to lower costs." Sen. Patty Murray
Nov. 28, 2018 Tweet - "I just voted yes on the Yemen Resolution. The civilian casualties in Yemen, which include so many kids, must be addressed. And everyone, D and R, must keep pressure on Pres Trump to uphold US values by condemning human rights violations no matter where they occur." Sen. Patty Murray
Nov. 28, 2018 Tweet - "Grateful to Jefferson Healthcare for ensuring that we treat sexual assault examinations as a health care priority--not an afterthought or inconvenience. I hope the implementation of the SANE program continues at medical centers throughout WA & the country." Sen. Patty Murray
Nov. 28, 2018 Letter to the Hon. Mitch McConnell, Majority Leader of the Senate and the Hon. Charles Schumer, Minority Leader of the Senate - Wyden, Crapo Lead Bipartisan call to Reauthorize Secure Rural Schools Funding in Year-end Legislation Sen. Maria Cantwell, ...
Nov. 28, 2018 Tweet - "Breaking a bone shouldn't break the bank, coming down with a high fever shouldn't come with a high cost, and filling a prescription shouldn't mean emptying a savings account. That's why families want us to come together to address high health care costs." Sen. Patty Murray
Nov. 27, 2018 Senator Murray Champions Legislation Repealing Outdated 1834 Ban on Distilleries on Tribal Land Headed to President's Desk Sen. Patty Murray, ...
Nov. 27, 2018 Cantwell Votes No On FERC Nominee Sen. Maria Cantwell
Nov. 27, 2018 Tweet - "I am proud to join @SenJeffMerkley and @repblumenauer in helping fulfill the federal government's long overdue obligation to tribal communities to restore housing and access to the Columbia River." Sen. Patty Murray
Nov. 27, 2018 Murray, Merkley, and Blumenauer Announce New Step Forward for Tribal Housing Plan Along Columbia River Sen. Patty Murray, ...
Nov. 27, 2018 Tweet - "Passing a bipartisan #FarmBill is important to WA families, from helping put food on the table, to supporting our farmers and fruit growers, to promoting conservation. The Trump Administration's attempt to use the bill to push harmful forestry policy is misleading and shameful." Sen. Patty Murray
Nov. 27, 2018 Amending the White Mountain Apache Tribe Water Rights Quantification Act of 2010 Rep. Rick Larsen
Nov. 26, 2018 Letter to Secretary Carson, HUD - Improve Oversight Of Lead Poisoning Prevention Programs Sen. Patty Murray, ...
Nov. 23, 2018 Smith Statement on Trump Border Deployment Order Rep. Adam Smith
Nov. 20, 2018 Tweet - "I was delighted to stand with @SoundTransit and the people of Tacoma yesterday as we broke ground on the Hilltop Tacoma Link light rail extension. What a special day for everyone who worked tirelessly over the years to expand safe and reliable public transit in Tacoma." Sen. Patty Murray
Nov. 20, 2018 Tweet - "The Tacoma Link light rail extension is a symbol of what can be achieved when people come together, and it's a testament to the power of collaboration to improve communities throughout WA. So proud to support this important project and see it get underway." Sen. Patty Murray
Nov. 20, 2018 Tweet - "Puget Sound residents will greatly benefit from the Lynnwood light rail extension & the expansion of public transit options in their communities. Proud to support this important project, & I'll continue doing my part to see it through to its completion." Sen. Patty Murray
Nov. 20, 2018 Tweet - "The Lynnwood light rail extension will help North Sound residents get to work and school, as well as help address growing congestion in Puget Sound. I'm grateful to @SecElaineChao & @FTA_DOT for helping get this critical project underway." Sen. Patty Murray
Nov. 20, 2018 Tweet - "I've been proud to work over the years to secure federal investments for the Tacoma Link light rail extension--thrilled to join @SoundTransit to break ground on this critical project, & know I'll continue fighting in Congress for the support to see this project through to the end." Sen. Patty Murray
Nov. 20, 2018 Tweet - "From commuters to students, the Lynnwood Link light rail extension will provide local residents w/ transportation alternatives & reduce growing traffic congestion in the Puget Sound area. Glad to see this project move a step closer to becoming a reality." Sen. Patty Murray
Nov. 19, 2018 Last Hurdle Cleared for Federal Grant to Lynnwood Link Extension; Senators Murray and Cantwell Applaud Major New Investment Sen. Maria Cantwell, ...
Nov. 16, 2018 Letter to the Hon. Alex M. Azar, Secretary of the Department of Health and Human Services, The Hon. Seema Verma, Administrator of Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, and the Hon. Steven Mnuchin, Secretary of the Department of the Treasury - Democratic Health Leaders Tell Trump to End Attacks on Americans' Health Care Sen. Patty Murray, ...
Nov. 16, 2018 Senators Collins, Cantwell Introduce Legislation to Help Americans with High Health Care Costs Sen. Maria Cantwell, ...
Nov. 15, 2018 Smith Statement on DOD Audit Report Rep. Adam Smith
Nov. 15, 2018 Cantwell Presses FERC Nominee on Trump Coal Bailout Sen. Maria Cantwell
Nov. 15, 2018 Smith Joins Introduction of Legislation to Boost Therapy, Treatments for Veterans Rep. Adam Smith, ...
Nov. 14, 2018 Tweet - "Now that Pell Grants can be used year-round, more students are enrolling in community colleges. This is just one way we're working to open the doors of opportunity to low-income students and make higher education more affordable." Sen. Patty Murray
Nov. 14, 2018 Murphy, Top Democrats Unveil Bill to Protect Students from Seclusion and Restraint Practices Sen. Patty Murray, ...
Nov. 13, 2018 Tweet - "Veterans who are unable to work because of a severe disability incurred from service to our country shouldn't have to worry about paying back their student loans. This is unacceptable--I urge @BetsyDeVosED to automatically discharge their loans." Sen. Patty Murray
Nov. 11, 2018 Smith, Khanna, Pocan Statement on Decision to Halt U.S. Refueling to the Saudi-coalition Rep. Adam Smith, ...
Nov. 8, 2018 Tweet - "People want us to listen to women & to hold this Admin's feet to the fire. I'm going to keep fighting against Pres Trump's ongoing attacks on women's health care." FULL STATEMENT on Pres Trump's latest steps to undermine women's access to health care:" Sen. Patty Murray
Nov. 8, 2018 Tweet - "Pres Trump & his Admin continue to undermine women's health care and make it harder for them to get the care they need. This is unacceptable--we must stop this Admin from steamrolling over the will of women & men across the country. FULL STATEMENT:" Sen. Patty Murray
Nov. 8, 2018 Newhouse Praises Administration Proposal to Streamline H-2A Advertising Rep. Dan Newhouse
Nov. 7, 2018 Tweet - "Dems will give power to the people--not insurance companies. We will uphold pre-existing condition protections--not strip them out. We will lower health care costs--not drive them up. If GOP truly wants to stand with families, they'll join us to stop Pres Trump's #ACA sabotage." Sen. Patty Murray
Nov. 7, 2018 Tweet - "Democrats will keep fighting. For people w/ pre-existing conditions. For cancer patients & survivors. For seniors w/ health challenges. For anyone who wants quality, affordable health care. I hope Republicans reverse course & join us to help families across the US." Sen. Patty Murray
Nov. 7, 2018 Thornberry and Smith Make Appointments to Aviation Safety Commission Rep. Adam Smith, ...
Nov. 7, 2018 Tweet - "Democrats want to bring down health care costs and uphold protections for people with pre-existing conditions. I hope Republicans are ready to work with us on providing quality, affordable health care to millions of people and families nationwide. #ProtectOurCare" Sen. Patty Murray
Nov. 5, 2018 Tweet - "Republicans keep promising they will defend protections for patients with pre-existing conditions... ...but their repeated efforts to undermine health care for countless patients and families tell a different story. #ProtectOurCare" Sen. Patty Murray
Nov. 5, 2018 Tweet - "Make no mistake: Republicans will not stop until they have permanently undermined health care for millions of patients and families--including gutting Medicaid and Medicare. #ProtectOurCare" Sen. Patty Murray
Nov. 4, 2018 Tweet - "Open Enrollment for health care under the #ACA is happening now. #GetCovered with quality, affordable health coverage that includes protections for pre-existing conditions. Sign up for a plan or renew https://www.healthcare.gov/" Sen. Patty Murray
Nov. 4, 2018 Tweet - "The reality is that the Trump admin & 20-GOP led states are backing a lawsuit to eliminate protections for pre-existing conditions for millions of families across the country. And Democrats are fighting every single GOP attack to keep these protections." Sen. Patty Murray
Nov. 3, 2018 Tweet - "Republicans are: sabotaging quality health coverage forcing families to pay more for health care with #JunkPlans Democrats are: fighting every GOP attack on quality health coverage working on lowering health care costs" Sen. Patty Murray
Date Title Politician
Dec. 1, 2018 Newhouse Statement on Passing of President George H. W. Bush Rep.Dan Newhouse
Dec. 1, 2018 Ranking Member Adam Smith Statement on the Passing of President George H. W. Bush Rep.Adam Smith
Nov. 30, 2018 Letter to the Hon. Michael Missal, Inspector General of the Veterans Affairs - Boozman, Schatz Call for Inspector General Investigation into VA's Failure to Pay Veterans Full Benefits Sen.Patty Murray, ...
Nov. 29, 2018 Murray: Trump Administration Offers "How-to Guide for Health Care Sabotage" Sen.Patty Murray
Nov. 29, 2018 Tweet - "Unacceptable. Every person in this country should have the health care coverage they need, but under the Trump Administration, the number of uninsured American children has increased by over a quarter million." Sen.Patty Murray
Nov. 29, 2018 Tweet - "As President, @realDonaldTrump has done all he can to sabotage our health care. Now, for the first time in more than a decade, the number of uninsured American children has increased." Sen.Patty Murray
Nov. 29, 2018 Murray Highlights Bipartisan Success as Committee Passes Legislation to Help Families and Communities Sen.Patty Murray
Nov. 28, 2018 Hearing of the Senate Health, Education, Labor & Pensions Committee - Opening Statement of Sen. Murray, Hearing on Health Care Costs Sen.Patty Murray
Nov. 28, 2018 Letter to the Hon. Robert Redfield, Director of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention - Murray Seeks Update on Ebola Outbreak Response in the Democratic Republic of the Congo Sen.Patty Murray
Nov. 28, 2018 Tweet - "Voters were clear--they don't want Republicans to keep trying to repeal their health care, and they don't want President Trump to keep sabotaging it. They want Republicans to return to the negotiating table and work with Democrats on common sense solutions to lower costs." Sen.Patty Murray
Nov. 28, 2018 Tweet - "I just voted yes on the Yemen Resolution. The civilian casualties in Yemen, which include so many kids, must be addressed. And everyone, D and R, must keep pressure on Pres Trump to uphold US values by condemning human rights violations no matter where they occur." Sen.Patty Murray
Nov. 28, 2018 Tweet - "Grateful to Jefferson Healthcare for ensuring that we treat sexual assault examinations as a health care priority--not an afterthought or inconvenience. I hope the implementation of the SANE program continues at medical centers throughout WA & the country." Sen.Patty Murray
Nov. 28, 2018 Letter to the Hon. Mitch McConnell, Majority Leader of the Senate and the Hon. Charles Schumer, Minority Leader of the Senate - Wyden, Crapo Lead Bipartisan call to Reauthorize Secure Rural Schools Funding in Year-end Legislation Sen.Maria Cantwell, ...
Nov. 28, 2018 Tweet - "Breaking a bone shouldn't break the bank, coming down with a high fever shouldn't come with a high cost, and filling a prescription shouldn't mean emptying a savings account. That's why families want us to come together to address high health care costs." Sen.Patty Murray
Nov. 27, 2018 Senator Murray Champions Legislation Repealing Outdated 1834 Ban on Distilleries on Tribal Land Headed to President's Desk Sen.Patty Murray, ...
Nov. 27, 2018 Cantwell Votes No On FERC Nominee Sen.Maria Cantwell
Nov. 27, 2018 Tweet - "I am proud to join @SenJeffMerkley and @repblumenauer in helping fulfill the federal government's long overdue obligation to tribal communities to restore housing and access to the Columbia River." Sen.Patty Murray
Nov. 27, 2018 Murray, Merkley, and Blumenauer Announce New Step Forward for Tribal Housing Plan Along Columbia River Sen.Patty Murray, ...
Nov. 27, 2018 Tweet - "Passing a bipartisan #FarmBill is important to WA families, from helping put food on the table, to supporting our farmers and fruit growers, to promoting conservation. The Trump Administration's attempt to use the bill to push harmful forestry policy is misleading and shameful." Sen.Patty Murray
Nov. 27, 2018 Amending the White Mountain Apache Tribe Water Rights Quantification Act of 2010 Rep.Rick Larsen
Nov. 26, 2018 Letter to Secretary Carson, HUD - Improve Oversight Of Lead Poisoning Prevention Programs Sen.Patty Murray, ...
Nov. 23, 2018 Smith Statement on Trump Border Deployment Order Rep.Adam Smith
Nov. 20, 2018 Tweet - "I was delighted to stand with @SoundTransit and the people of Tacoma yesterday as we broke ground on the Hilltop Tacoma Link light rail extension. What a special day for everyone who worked tirelessly over the years to expand safe and reliable public transit in Tacoma." Sen.Patty Murray
Nov. 20, 2018 Tweet - "The Tacoma Link light rail extension is a symbol of what can be achieved when people come together, and it's a testament to the power of collaboration to improve communities throughout WA. So proud to support this important project and see it get underway." Sen.Patty Murray
Nov. 20, 2018 Tweet - "Puget Sound residents will greatly benefit from the Lynnwood light rail extension & the expansion of public transit options in their communities. Proud to support this important project, & I'll continue doing my part to see it through to its completion." Sen.Patty Murray
Nov. 20, 2018 Tweet - "The Lynnwood light rail extension will help North Sound residents get to work and school, as well as help address growing congestion in Puget Sound. I'm grateful to @SecElaineChao & @FTA_DOT for helping get this critical project underway." Sen.Patty Murray
Nov. 20, 2018 Tweet - "I've been proud to work over the years to secure federal investments for the Tacoma Link light rail extension--thrilled to join @SoundTransit to break ground on this critical project, & know I'll continue fighting in Congress for the support to see this project through to the end." Sen.Patty Murray
Nov. 20, 2018 Tweet - "From commuters to students, the Lynnwood Link light rail extension will provide local residents w/ transportation alternatives & reduce growing traffic congestion in the Puget Sound area. Glad to see this project move a step closer to becoming a reality." Sen.Patty Murray
Nov. 19, 2018 Last Hurdle Cleared for Federal Grant to Lynnwood Link Extension; Senators Murray and Cantwell Applaud Major New Investment Sen.Maria Cantwell, ...
Nov. 16, 2018 Letter to the Hon. Alex M. Azar, Secretary of the Department of Health and Human Services, The Hon. Seema Verma, Administrator of Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, and the Hon. Steven Mnuchin, Secretary of the Department of the Treasury - Democratic Health Leaders Tell Trump to End Attacks on Americans' Health Care Sen.Patty Murray, ...
Nov. 16, 2018 Senators Collins, Cantwell Introduce Legislation to Help Americans with High Health Care Costs Sen.Maria Cantwell, ...
Nov. 15, 2018 Smith Statement on DOD Audit Report Rep.Adam Smith
Nov. 15, 2018 Cantwell Presses FERC Nominee on Trump Coal Bailout Sen.Maria Cantwell
Nov. 15, 2018 Smith Joins Introduction of Legislation to Boost Therapy, Treatments for Veterans Rep.Adam Smith, ...
Nov. 14, 2018 Tweet - "Now that Pell Grants can be used year-round, more students are enrolling in community colleges. This is just one way we're working to open the doors of opportunity to low-income students and make higher education more affordable." Sen.Patty Murray
Nov. 14, 2018 Murphy, Top Democrats Unveil Bill to Protect Students from Seclusion and Restraint Practices Sen.Patty Murray, ...
Nov. 13, 2018 Tweet - "Veterans who are unable to work because of a severe disability incurred from service to our country shouldn't have to worry about paying back their student loans. This is unacceptable--I urge @BetsyDeVosED to automatically discharge their loans." Sen.Patty Murray
Nov. 11, 2018 Smith, Khanna, Pocan Statement on Decision to Halt U.S. Refueling to the Saudi-coalition Rep.Adam Smith, ...
Nov. 8, 2018 Tweet - "People want us to listen to women & to hold this Admin's feet to the fire. I'm going to keep fighting against Pres Trump's ongoing attacks on women's health care." FULL STATEMENT on Pres Trump's latest steps to undermine women's access to health care:" Sen.Patty Murray
Nov. 8, 2018 Tweet - "Pres Trump & his Admin continue to undermine women's health care and make it harder for them to get the care they need. This is unacceptable--we must stop this Admin from steamrolling over the will of women & men across the country. FULL STATEMENT:" Sen.Patty Murray
Nov. 8, 2018 Newhouse Praises Administration Proposal to Streamline H-2A Advertising Rep.Dan Newhouse
Nov. 7, 2018 Tweet - "Dems will give power to the people--not insurance companies. We will uphold pre-existing condition protections--not strip them out. We will lower health care costs--not drive them up. If GOP truly wants to stand with families, they'll join us to stop Pres Trump's #ACA sabotage." Sen.Patty Murray
Nov. 7, 2018 Tweet - "Democrats will keep fighting. For people w/ pre-existing conditions. For cancer patients & survivors. For seniors w/ health challenges. For anyone who wants quality, affordable health care. I hope Republicans reverse course & join us to help families across the US." Sen.Patty Murray
Nov. 7, 2018 Thornberry and Smith Make Appointments to Aviation Safety Commission Rep.Adam Smith, ...
Nov. 7, 2018 Tweet - "Democrats want to bring down health care costs and uphold protections for people with pre-existing conditions. I hope Republicans are ready to work with us on providing quality, affordable health care to millions of people and families nationwide. #ProtectOurCare" Sen.Patty Murray
Nov. 5, 2018 Tweet - "Republicans keep promising they will defend protections for patients with pre-existing conditions... ...but their repeated efforts to undermine health care for countless patients and families tell a different story. #ProtectOurCare" Sen.Patty Murray
Nov. 5, 2018 Tweet - "Make no mistake: Republicans will not stop until they have permanently undermined health care for millions of patients and families--including gutting Medicaid and Medicare. #ProtectOurCare" Sen.Patty Murray
Nov. 4, 2018 Tweet - "Open Enrollment for health care under the #ACA is happening now. #GetCovered with quality, affordable health coverage that includes protections for pre-existing conditions. Sign up for a plan or renew https://www.healthcare.gov/" Sen.Patty Murray
Nov. 4, 2018 Tweet - "The reality is that the Trump admin & 20-GOP led states are backing a lawsuit to eliminate protections for pre-existing conditions for millions of families across the country. And Democrats are fighting every single GOP attack to keep these protections." Sen.Patty Murray
Nov. 3, 2018 Tweet - "Republicans are: sabotaging quality health coverage forcing families to pay more for health care with #JunkPlans Democrats are: fighting every GOP attack on quality health coverage working on lowering health care costs" Sen.Patty Murray
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