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Feb. 3, 2022 Letter to Hon. Lloyd Austin, Secretary of Defense and Hon. Denis McDonough, Secretary of Veteran's Affairs - Brown, Colleagues Raise Concerns About Lack of Oversight to Prevent Veteran Suicide Sen. Patty Murray, ...
Feb. 3, 2022 Tweet - "TW: mental health and suicide. To prevent suicide, it cannot be a taboo topic. We need to be able to talk about it, and we need to take federal action to address our nation's youth mental health crisis." Sen. Patty Murray
Feb. 3, 2022 Senator Murray Helps Introduce and Advance Bill to Provide Health Care for Post-9/11 Toxic-Exposed Veterans Sen. Patty Murray
Feb. 2, 2022 Tweet - "Great to join @WSU Student Government Council to hear their thoughts & discuss their needs & my work in the other Washington to fight for students. Students are the next generation of leaders & it's important to work with them now to build a brighter future for us all. #GoCougs" Sen. Patty Murray
Feb. 2, 2022 Senator Murray Introduces Bill to Prevent U.S. Weapons Going Towards Human Rights Abuses Sen. Patty Murray
Feb. 2, 2022 Letter to Hon. Alejandro Mayorkas, Secretary of United States Department of Homeland Security-Meijer, Colleagues Send Bipartisan Letter Opposing New DHS Rule That Would Harm U.S. Food Supply Rep. Dan Newhouse, ...
Feb. 2, 2022 Senate VA Committee Unanimously Passes Legislation to Provide Health Care for Post-9/11 Toxic-Exposed Veterans Sen. Patty Murray, ...
Feb. 2, 2022 Tweet - "The American people don't want to see U.S. weapons used to commit war crimes against kids or innocent civilians. I've introduced legislation to strengthen the role of Congress in future arms deals & keep our weapons out of the wrong hands." Sen. Patty Murray
Feb. 2, 2022 Cantwell Calls on Federal Trade Commission to Investigate Fraudulent COVID Tests Sen. Maria Cantwell
Feb. 1, 2022 Tweet - "So many people with disabilities and older adults can't get the home and community-based services they need. They're counting on us to help get people off waitlists and find care at a price they can afford--and it's time we deliver. #CareCantWait" Sen. Patty Murray
Feb. 1, 2022 Tweet - "LIVE: I'm chairing a Senate HELP Committee hearing on our nation's growing mental health and substance use disorder crises and the actions we must take to address them." Sen. Patty Murray
Feb. 1, 2022 Senator Murray Leads Hearing On Mental Health and Substance Use Disorder Crises Worsened by COVID-19 Sen. Patty Murray
Feb. 1, 2022 Tweet - "Every year, #BlackHistoryMonth is an opportunity to celebrate the achievements & contributions of Black Americans in WA state & across the nation--many of whom fought for justice & equality at every turn. Honoring that legacy means continuing that fight in every part of our lives." Sen. Patty Murray
Feb. 1, 2022 Tweet - ". @SenatorLujan --wishing you a quick and easy recovery, my friend. My thoughts are with you and your family during this time." Sen. Patty Murray
Feb. 1, 2022 Senator Murray Leads Hearing On Mental Health and Substance Use Disorder Crises Worsened by COVID-19 Sen. Patty Murray
Jan. 31, 2022 Letter to Hon. President Joseph Biden-Reps. Kildee, Fitzpatrick Lead New Bipartisan Push for Funding to Address PFAS Chemicals Rep. Marilyn Strickland, ...
Jan. 30, 2022 Tweet - "Washington state: you can now get free at-home COVID-19 tests and high-quality masks to help keep yourself safe. This article has some details on where to find tests and masks with more information to come." Sen. Patty Murray
Jan. 28, 2022 Tweet - "It's clear that right now, we're not ready for the next pandemic. I'm working to fix that with our bipartisan PREVENT Pandemics Act. This bill will make sure we learn from & fix several of the longstanding challenges that undermined our COVID-19 pandemic response from the start." Sen. Patty Murray
Jan. 28, 2022 Letter to Hon. Joseph Biden, President of the United States of America - SENATOR MARKEY AND REP. JONES LEAD COLLEAGUES IN CALLING TO ENSURE DEFENSE DEPARTMENT IS ACCOUNTABLE FOR CLIMATE POLLUTION EMISSIONS Rep. Pramila Jayapal, ...
Jan. 28, 2022 Tweet - "In WA state, the results from the American Rescue Plan are clear--families' health care costs are lower, and health plan enrollment is higher than ever. This is good news, and I'll continue to build on this progress toward universal coverage." Sen. Patty Murray
Jan. 28, 2022 Tweet - "Today is a great day to order 4 free at-home COVID-19 tests for you and your family." Sen. Patty Murray
Jan. 28, 2022 Letter to Hon. Chuck Shumer, Senate Majority Leader, and Hon. Nancy Pelosi, Speaker of the House - On One-Year Anniversary of Global Gag Rule Reversal, Senator Baldwin Joins Letter to Senate & House Leadership Urging Permanent Repeal Sen. Maria Cantwell, ...
Jan. 28, 2022 Letter to Dr. Janet Woodcock, FDA Acting Commissioner - Bicameral Health Committee Leaders Request Update from FDA on Delayed MDUFA Agreement Sen. Patty Murray, ...
Jan. 27, 2022 Tweet - "Ask any family and they'll tell you: health care costs too much. Senate Democrats are working to lower the costs of: health care coverage prescription drugs life-saving medication like insulin" Sen. Patty Murray
Jan. 27, 2022 After American Rescue Plan Brought Down Costs, Washington State and National Open Enrollment Set Records for Health Care Sign Ups Sen. Patty Murray
Jan. 26, 2022 Tweet - "Free N95 masks are available at select pharmacies, community health centers, and grocery stores now--with more being distributed this week. Be sure to pick up your free masks as soon as you can to best protect yourself & those around you from COVID-19." Sen. Patty Murray
Jan. 26, 2022 Cantwell Announces $7.8 Million Emergency Connectivity Funds for WA Schools and Libraries to Support Remote Learning Sen. Maria Cantwell
Jan. 26, 2022 Letter to Hon. Nancy Pelosi, Speaker of the House; Hon. Steny Hoyer, House Majority Leader - Axne, Malinowski, Manning, Stevens, Slotkin, Wild Lead Push for Expedited Passage of America COMPETES Act Rep. Kim Schrier, ...
Jan. 26, 2022 Cantwell Announces Nearly $1.7 Million in Grants to Expand Telehealth Services in Yakima and Kennewick Sen. Maria Cantwell
Jan. 26, 2022 Letter to Tom Vilsack, Secretary of Agriculture and Samantha Power, Administrator of the U.S. Agency for International Development - Brown, Colleagues Lead Call to Release Funds to Help Meet Global Hunger Needs Sen. Patty Murray, ...
Jan. 26, 2022 Letter to Hon. Joseph Biden, President of the United States of America - AHEAD OF NUCLEAR POSTURE REVIEW RELEASE, SENS. MARKEY, MERKLEY AND REPS. GARAMENDI, BEYER LEAD COLLEAGUES IN URGING PRESIDENT BIDEN TO REDUCE U.S. RELIANCE ON NUCLEAR WEAPONS Sen. Patty Murray, ...
Jan. 26, 2022 Letter to Hon. Joseph Biden, President of the United States of America - Lofgren, Panetta, Costa & Bipartisan Colleagues Urge Biden Admin to Take Further Action to Ease Supply Chain Problems, Allow American Farmers to Fairly Compete Globally Rep. Kim Schrier, ...
Jan. 25, 2022 Letter to Hon. Xavier Becerra, Secretary of Health and Human Services - Romney Joins Effort to Protect Faith-Based Child Welfare Providers Rep. Dan Newhouse, ...
Jan. 25, 2022 Tweet - "The pain of this pandemic is unforgettable, & we have a responsibility to make sure its lessons are too. Today I introduced the bipartisan PREVENT Pandemics Act, which will help ensure we fully account for & address the consequential gaps & breakdowns in our COVID-19 response." Sen. Patty Murray
Jan. 25, 2022 Tweet - "Great news--new federal funding from the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law will help connect more people to @spokanetransit . This is going to make a big difference for commuters and help create new job opportunities for WA state." Sen. Patty Murray
Jan. 25, 2022 Tweet - "I spoke with education leaders & public health experts in Spokane to hear more about the COVID-19 situation in the area & what they need. From making sure schools can stay open safely to getting more tests, I'll keep pushing to make sure families get the support they need." Sen. Patty Murray
Jan. 24, 2022 Tweet - "Do your part to protect yourself and those around you from COVID-19 by getting vaccinated and boosted, wearing masks in public, getting tested if you've been exposed or have symptoms, and social distancing." Sen. Patty Murray
Jan. 24, 2022 Letter to Hon. Joseph Biden, President of the United States of America - Costa calls on Biden to take further action on supply chain crisis Rep. Dan Newhouse, ...
Jan. 24, 2022 Tweet - "I'm determined to make sure every student in WA state can get online and get the education they deserve. New funding from the American Rescue Plan to our state's schools & libraries will help to do just that." Sen. Patty Murray
Jan. 24, 2022 Letter to Hon. Nancy Pelosi, Speaker of the House; Hon. Kevin McCarthy, Republican Leader of the House - O'Halleran Join Bipartisan Group Calling for Votes on Legislation to Ban Stock Trading by Members of Congress Rep. Pramila Jayapal, ...
Jan. 24, 2022 Tweet - "Congratulations to @TheBSD405 's Interlake High School students for winning @NASA 's TechRise Student Challenge! I'm so proud of this impressive group of students and their commitment to innovation and learning!" Sen. Patty Murray
Jan. 22, 2022 Tweet - "Reproductive rights mean essential health care, like abortion, is affordable and easy to get for everyone--and that there aren't unnecessary or harmful barriers standing in the way. #ProtectReproRights" Sen. Patty Murray
Jan. 22, 2022 Tweet - "The GOP have been attacking the right to abortion at every angle for decades, so there's no one, easy fix. But I'm fighting back by pushing to pass WHPA, make birth control easier to get and affordable, and make historic investments in Title X family planning centers. #ProtectRoe" Sen. Patty Murray
Jan. 21, 2022 Letter to Hon. Patrick Leahy, Chairman Senate Committee on Appropriations; Hon. Rosa DeLauro, Chair House Committee on Appropriations; Hon. Richard Shelby, Vice Chairman Senate Committee on Appropriations; Hon. Kay Granger, Ranking Member House Committee on Appropriations - Wexton, Underwood, Fitzpatrick, Panetta Lead Bipartisan Effort to Address Youth Mental Health Crisis and Fund School-Based Mental Health Services Rep. Kim Schrier, ...
Jan. 21, 2022 Tweet - "Health care workers still face grave danger from COVID-19. That's why I'm pushing OSHA for a permanent safety standard to protect them--and to act now to protect all workers at risk of COVID-19 in the workplace." Sen. Patty Murray
Jan. 21, 2022 Tweet - "Having rapid COVID-19 tests on hand is a good way to make sure you and your family can test quickly after you've been exposed or have symptoms--and starting this week, each home is eligible for 4 free rapid tests. Click below to order." Sen. Patty Murray
Jan. 21, 2022 Letter to the Hon. Xavier Becerra, Secretary of the Department of Health & Human Services - Ruiz Calls on Medicare to Cover At-Home COVID-19 Tests for Seniors Rep. Adam Smith, ...
Jan. 21, 2022 Tweet - "Since 2019, the Trump Admin's cruel gag rule prevented WA state from getting Title X funds--but now that's changed. This funding is good news for our state & will help people get the reproductive health care they need from the providers they trust." Sen. Patty Murray
Jan. 21, 2022 Letter to Hon. Lloyd Austin III, Secretary of Defense; Hon. Gilbert Cisneros Jr., Under Secretary of Defense for Personnel and Readiness - Speier, Smith, Takano Call on Secretary Austin and Secretary Cisneros to Launch Historical Review and Survey on LGBTQ+ Military Inclusion Rep. Adam Smith, ...
Jan. 20, 2022 Letter to Charles P. Rettig, Commissioner of the Internal Revenue Service - Meng Calls on Head of IRS to Reduce Large Backlog of Tax Returns Rep. Marilyn Strickland, ...
Jan. 20, 2022 Tweet - "Ahead of the anniversary of the landmark Roe v. Wade decision, I'm live on the Senate floor to defend the right to abortion & once again block Republicans' harmful attempts to undermine patients' access to constitutionally-protected health care." Sen. Patty Murray
Jan. 20, 2022 Tweet - "I've been pushing for commonsense measures against COVID to be available to all Americans. Making free, high-quality masks widely available is exactly the kind of step we need to keep families safe. I'll keep monitoring to make sure they get to families as soon as possible." Sen. Patty Murray
Jan. 20, 2022 Letter to Hon. Joseph Biden, President of the United States of America - RELEASE: REP. KHANNA, SENATORS WARREN AND MURPHY CALL ON PRESIDENT BIDEN TO OVERHAUL U.S. COUNTERTERRORISM POLICY Rep. Pramila Jayapal, ...
Jan. 20, 2022 Letter to Lloyd Austin III, Secretary of Defense - Democratic Women's Caucus and Pro-Choice Caucus Lead Call for Defense Secretary to Waive Contraception Copays for Servicemembers and Military Families Rep. Rick Larsen, ...
Jan. 20, 2022 Tweet - "Click below to learn more about how the new law to end surprise medical bills will help make sure you won't get unexpected, unaffordable bills for out-of-network care in emergencies and for providers you didn't choose." Sen. Patty Murray
Jan. 20, 2022 Tweet - ""…hope isn't a promise we give. It's a promise we live." Very grateful to have read Amanda Gorman's words tonight." Sen. Patty Murray
Jan. 19, 2022 Tweet - "The Omicron variant is driving a COVID-19 surge in WA state--& it's putting a strain on our hospitals &health care professionals. I'm pushing the Admin to make sure hospitals get support--& am working on legislation to help bolster our health care workforce" Sen. Patty Murray
Jan. 18, 2022 Letter to Tom Vilsack, Secretary of the Department of Agriculture - Mullin Leads Letter Urging USDA to Increase Number of Meat Inspectors, Offers Long-Term Solution to Biden Administration's Meat Pricing Plan Rep. Dan Newhouse, ...
Jan. 17, 2022 Senator Murray Statement on Martin Luther King Jr. Day Sen. Patty Murray
Jan. 17, 2022 Tweet - "Today we remember Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. and his continued fight for justice. If we're serious about honoring Dr. King's legacy, let's do so by passing strong federal voting rights legislation to protect every American's right to be heard in our democracy. #MLKDay" Sen. Patty Murray
Jan. 17, 2022 Tweet - "There's a national shortage of blood. If you're healthy and eligible, please consider donating blood at a local @RedCross center near you." Sen. Patty Murray
Jan. 16, 2022 Tweet - "As of yesterday, private health insurers must cover up to 8 free at-home COVID-19 tests per person, per month. Click the link below to learn more about how this program works and where to get tests." Sen. Patty Murray
Jan. 15, 2022 Tweet - "The spike in COVID-19 cases has caused a critical blood shortage. If you're healthy and eligible, please consider donating blood through @BloodworksNW . Click the link below to learn more." Sen. Patty Murray
Jan. 15, 2022 Tweet - "Our country needs more nurses. That's why @SenJeffMerkley and I introduced a bill to support our frontline health care workforce by putting more money in the pockets of people participating in a program that brings nursing professionals to underserved communities." Sen. Patty Murray
Jan. 15, 2022 Wicker, Merkley, Colleagues Seek to Lower Tax Burden for Public Service Nurses Sen. Patty Murray, ...
Jan. 14, 2022 Letter to Hon. Joseph Biden, President of the United Staes - Rep. Correa Fights for Health Care Workers Safety During Covid-19 Pandemic Rep. Rick Larsen, ...
Jan. 14, 2022 Tweet - "I spoke with Spokane renters & @SNAPSpokane about how the American Rescue Plan has been a lifeline for keeping a roof over people's heads." Sen. Patty Murray
Jan. 14, 2022 Senators Cantwell and Murray Announce More than $605 Million Investment to Help Repair Washington State Bridges Sen. Maria Cantwell
Jan. 13, 2022 Wexton Introduces Bipartisan Bill to Support Virginia Agritourism Businesses Rep. Dan Newhouse, ...
Jan. 13, 2022 Tweet - "The workplace vaccine or test requirement is a commonsense step to protect workers & help stop the spread of COVID-19 in the workplace. It's absurd the SCOTUS decision failed to recognize the serious risk workers face." Sen. Patty Murray
Jan. 13, 2022 Tweet - "At a time when COVID-19 cases are skyrocketing due to the Omicron variant, people need free, accessible COVID-19 tests (including rapid tests). I'm going to keep pushing the Biden Administration until this issue is solved." Sen. Patty Murray
Jan. 13, 2022 Tweet - "I made clear to the Biden Admin they need to do more to keep kids in school safely. Yesterday they announced additional steps: providing 10M free tests to K-12 schools per month & setting up surge testing sites. But I expect more details--& there's still more work left." Sen. Patty Murray
Jan. 13, 2022 Letter to Hon. Katherine Tai, US Trade Representative, and Hon. Tom Vilsack, US Secretary of Agriculture - Rep. Mann Urges U.S. to Hold India Accountable on Trade Rep. Dan Newhouse, ...
Jan. 13, 2022 Senator Murray on SCOTUS Decision Blocking Enforcement of the OSHA Vaccine or Testing Workplace Safety Standard Sen. Patty Murray
Jan. 13, 2022 Letter to Hon. Xavier Becerra, Secretary of Health and Human Services, and Hon. Janet Woodcock, Acting Commissioner of the Food and Drug Administration - Senator Baldwin Calls on FDA to Change Discriminatory Blood Donation Policies to Address National Blood Supply Shortage Sen. Maria Cantwell, ...
Date Title Politician
Feb. 3, 2022 Letter to Hon. Lloyd Austin, Secretary of Defense and Hon. Denis McDonough, Secretary of Veteran's Affairs - Brown, Colleagues Raise Concerns About Lack of Oversight to Prevent Veteran Suicide Sen.Patty Murray, ...
Feb. 3, 2022 Tweet - "TW: mental health and suicide. To prevent suicide, it cannot be a taboo topic. We need to be able to talk about it, and we need to take federal action to address our nation's youth mental health crisis." Sen.Patty Murray
Feb. 3, 2022 Senator Murray Helps Introduce and Advance Bill to Provide Health Care for Post-9/11 Toxic-Exposed Veterans Sen.Patty Murray
Feb. 2, 2022 Tweet - "Great to join @WSU Student Government Council to hear their thoughts & discuss their needs & my work in the other Washington to fight for students. Students are the next generation of leaders & it's important to work with them now to build a brighter future for us all. #GoCougs" Sen.Patty Murray
Feb. 2, 2022 Senator Murray Introduces Bill to Prevent U.S. Weapons Going Towards Human Rights Abuses Sen.Patty Murray
Feb. 2, 2022 Letter to Hon. Alejandro Mayorkas, Secretary of United States Department of Homeland Security-Meijer, Colleagues Send Bipartisan Letter Opposing New DHS Rule That Would Harm U.S. Food Supply Rep.Dan Newhouse, ...
Feb. 2, 2022 Senate VA Committee Unanimously Passes Legislation to Provide Health Care for Post-9/11 Toxic-Exposed Veterans Sen.Patty Murray, ...
Feb. 2, 2022 Tweet - "The American people don't want to see U.S. weapons used to commit war crimes against kids or innocent civilians. I've introduced legislation to strengthen the role of Congress in future arms deals & keep our weapons out of the wrong hands." Sen.Patty Murray
Feb. 2, 2022 Cantwell Calls on Federal Trade Commission to Investigate Fraudulent COVID Tests Sen.Maria Cantwell
Feb. 1, 2022 Tweet - "So many people with disabilities and older adults can't get the home and community-based services they need. They're counting on us to help get people off waitlists and find care at a price they can afford--and it's time we deliver. #CareCantWait" Sen.Patty Murray
Feb. 1, 2022 Tweet - "LIVE: I'm chairing a Senate HELP Committee hearing on our nation's growing mental health and substance use disorder crises and the actions we must take to address them." Sen.Patty Murray
Feb. 1, 2022 Senator Murray Leads Hearing On Mental Health and Substance Use Disorder Crises Worsened by COVID-19 Sen.Patty Murray
Feb. 1, 2022 Tweet - "Every year, #BlackHistoryMonth is an opportunity to celebrate the achievements & contributions of Black Americans in WA state & across the nation--many of whom fought for justice & equality at every turn. Honoring that legacy means continuing that fight in every part of our lives." Sen.Patty Murray
Feb. 1, 2022 Tweet - ". @SenatorLujan --wishing you a quick and easy recovery, my friend. My thoughts are with you and your family during this time." Sen.Patty Murray
Feb. 1, 2022 Senator Murray Leads Hearing On Mental Health and Substance Use Disorder Crises Worsened by COVID-19 Sen.Patty Murray
Jan. 31, 2022 Letter to Hon. President Joseph Biden-Reps. Kildee, Fitzpatrick Lead New Bipartisan Push for Funding to Address PFAS Chemicals Rep.Marilyn Strickland, ...
Jan. 30, 2022 Tweet - "Washington state: you can now get free at-home COVID-19 tests and high-quality masks to help keep yourself safe. This article has some details on where to find tests and masks with more information to come." Sen.Patty Murray
Jan. 28, 2022 Tweet - "It's clear that right now, we're not ready for the next pandemic. I'm working to fix that with our bipartisan PREVENT Pandemics Act. This bill will make sure we learn from & fix several of the longstanding challenges that undermined our COVID-19 pandemic response from the start." Sen.Patty Murray
Jan. 28, 2022 Letter to Hon. Joseph Biden, President of the United States of America - SENATOR MARKEY AND REP. JONES LEAD COLLEAGUES IN CALLING TO ENSURE DEFENSE DEPARTMENT IS ACCOUNTABLE FOR CLIMATE POLLUTION EMISSIONS Rep.Pramila Jayapal, ...
Jan. 28, 2022 Tweet - "In WA state, the results from the American Rescue Plan are clear--families' health care costs are lower, and health plan enrollment is higher than ever. This is good news, and I'll continue to build on this progress toward universal coverage." Sen.Patty Murray
Jan. 28, 2022 Tweet - "Today is a great day to order 4 free at-home COVID-19 tests for you and your family." Sen.Patty Murray
Jan. 28, 2022 Letter to Hon. Chuck Shumer, Senate Majority Leader, and Hon. Nancy Pelosi, Speaker of the House - On One-Year Anniversary of Global Gag Rule Reversal, Senator Baldwin Joins Letter to Senate & House Leadership Urging Permanent Repeal Sen.Maria Cantwell, ...
Jan. 28, 2022 Letter to Dr. Janet Woodcock, FDA Acting Commissioner - Bicameral Health Committee Leaders Request Update from FDA on Delayed MDUFA Agreement Sen.Patty Murray, ...
Jan. 27, 2022 Tweet - "Ask any family and they'll tell you: health care costs too much. Senate Democrats are working to lower the costs of: health care coverage prescription drugs life-saving medication like insulin" Sen.Patty Murray
Jan. 27, 2022 After American Rescue Plan Brought Down Costs, Washington State and National Open Enrollment Set Records for Health Care Sign Ups Sen.Patty Murray
Jan. 26, 2022 Tweet - "Free N95 masks are available at select pharmacies, community health centers, and grocery stores now--with more being distributed this week. Be sure to pick up your free masks as soon as you can to best protect yourself & those around you from COVID-19." Sen.Patty Murray
Jan. 26, 2022 Cantwell Announces $7.8 Million Emergency Connectivity Funds for WA Schools and Libraries to Support Remote Learning Sen.Maria Cantwell
Jan. 26, 2022 Letter to Hon. Nancy Pelosi, Speaker of the House; Hon. Steny Hoyer, House Majority Leader - Axne, Malinowski, Manning, Stevens, Slotkin, Wild Lead Push for Expedited Passage of America COMPETES Act Rep.Kim Schrier, ...
Jan. 26, 2022 Cantwell Announces Nearly $1.7 Million in Grants to Expand Telehealth Services in Yakima and Kennewick Sen.Maria Cantwell
Jan. 26, 2022 Letter to Tom Vilsack, Secretary of Agriculture and Samantha Power, Administrator of the U.S. Agency for International Development - Brown, Colleagues Lead Call to Release Funds to Help Meet Global Hunger Needs Sen.Patty Murray, ...
Jan. 26, 2022 Letter to Hon. Joseph Biden, President of the United States of America - AHEAD OF NUCLEAR POSTURE REVIEW RELEASE, SENS. MARKEY, MERKLEY AND REPS. GARAMENDI, BEYER LEAD COLLEAGUES IN URGING PRESIDENT BIDEN TO REDUCE U.S. RELIANCE ON NUCLEAR WEAPONS Sen.Patty Murray, ...
Jan. 26, 2022 Letter to Hon. Joseph Biden, President of the United States of America - Lofgren, Panetta, Costa & Bipartisan Colleagues Urge Biden Admin to Take Further Action to Ease Supply Chain Problems, Allow American Farmers to Fairly Compete Globally Rep.Kim Schrier, ...
Jan. 25, 2022 Letter to Hon. Xavier Becerra, Secretary of Health and Human Services - Romney Joins Effort to Protect Faith-Based Child Welfare Providers Rep.Dan Newhouse, ...
Jan. 25, 2022 Tweet - "The pain of this pandemic is unforgettable, & we have a responsibility to make sure its lessons are too. Today I introduced the bipartisan PREVENT Pandemics Act, which will help ensure we fully account for & address the consequential gaps & breakdowns in our COVID-19 response." Sen.Patty Murray
Jan. 25, 2022 Tweet - "Great news--new federal funding from the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law will help connect more people to @spokanetransit . This is going to make a big difference for commuters and help create new job opportunities for WA state." Sen.Patty Murray
Jan. 25, 2022 Tweet - "I spoke with education leaders & public health experts in Spokane to hear more about the COVID-19 situation in the area & what they need. From making sure schools can stay open safely to getting more tests, I'll keep pushing to make sure families get the support they need." Sen.Patty Murray
Jan. 24, 2022 Tweet - "Do your part to protect yourself and those around you from COVID-19 by getting vaccinated and boosted, wearing masks in public, getting tested if you've been exposed or have symptoms, and social distancing." Sen.Patty Murray
Jan. 24, 2022 Letter to Hon. Joseph Biden, President of the United States of America - Costa calls on Biden to take further action on supply chain crisis Rep.Dan Newhouse, ...
Jan. 24, 2022 Tweet - "I'm determined to make sure every student in WA state can get online and get the education they deserve. New funding from the American Rescue Plan to our state's schools & libraries will help to do just that." Sen.Patty Murray
Jan. 24, 2022 Letter to Hon. Nancy Pelosi, Speaker of the House; Hon. Kevin McCarthy, Republican Leader of the House - O'Halleran Join Bipartisan Group Calling for Votes on Legislation to Ban Stock Trading by Members of Congress Rep.Pramila Jayapal, ...
Jan. 24, 2022 Tweet - "Congratulations to @TheBSD405 's Interlake High School students for winning @NASA 's TechRise Student Challenge! I'm so proud of this impressive group of students and their commitment to innovation and learning!" Sen.Patty Murray
Jan. 22, 2022 Tweet - "Reproductive rights mean essential health care, like abortion, is affordable and easy to get for everyone--and that there aren't unnecessary or harmful barriers standing in the way. #ProtectReproRights" Sen.Patty Murray
Jan. 22, 2022 Tweet - "The GOP have been attacking the right to abortion at every angle for decades, so there's no one, easy fix. But I'm fighting back by pushing to pass WHPA, make birth control easier to get and affordable, and make historic investments in Title X family planning centers. #ProtectRoe" Sen.Patty Murray
Jan. 21, 2022 Letter to Hon. Patrick Leahy, Chairman Senate Committee on Appropriations; Hon. Rosa DeLauro, Chair House Committee on Appropriations; Hon. Richard Shelby, Vice Chairman Senate Committee on Appropriations; Hon. Kay Granger, Ranking Member House Committee on Appropriations - Wexton, Underwood, Fitzpatrick, Panetta Lead Bipartisan Effort to Address Youth Mental Health Crisis and Fund School-Based Mental Health Services Rep.Kim Schrier, ...
Jan. 21, 2022 Tweet - "Health care workers still face grave danger from COVID-19. That's why I'm pushing OSHA for a permanent safety standard to protect them--and to act now to protect all workers at risk of COVID-19 in the workplace." Sen.Patty Murray
Jan. 21, 2022 Tweet - "Having rapid COVID-19 tests on hand is a good way to make sure you and your family can test quickly after you've been exposed or have symptoms--and starting this week, each home is eligible for 4 free rapid tests. Click below to order." Sen.Patty Murray
Jan. 21, 2022 Letter to the Hon. Xavier Becerra, Secretary of the Department of Health & Human Services - Ruiz Calls on Medicare to Cover At-Home COVID-19 Tests for Seniors Rep.Adam Smith, ...
Jan. 21, 2022 Tweet - "Since 2019, the Trump Admin's cruel gag rule prevented WA state from getting Title X funds--but now that's changed. This funding is good news for our state & will help people get the reproductive health care they need from the providers they trust." Sen.Patty Murray
Jan. 21, 2022 Letter to Hon. Lloyd Austin III, Secretary of Defense; Hon. Gilbert Cisneros Jr., Under Secretary of Defense for Personnel and Readiness - Speier, Smith, Takano Call on Secretary Austin and Secretary Cisneros to Launch Historical Review and Survey on LGBTQ+ Military Inclusion Rep.Adam Smith, ...
Jan. 20, 2022 Letter to Charles P. Rettig, Commissioner of the Internal Revenue Service - Meng Calls on Head of IRS to Reduce Large Backlog of Tax Returns Rep.Marilyn Strickland, ...
Jan. 20, 2022 Tweet - "Ahead of the anniversary of the landmark Roe v. Wade decision, I'm live on the Senate floor to defend the right to abortion & once again block Republicans' harmful attempts to undermine patients' access to constitutionally-protected health care." Sen.Patty Murray
Jan. 20, 2022 Tweet - "I've been pushing for commonsense measures against COVID to be available to all Americans. Making free, high-quality masks widely available is exactly the kind of step we need to keep families safe. I'll keep monitoring to make sure they get to families as soon as possible." Sen.Patty Murray
Jan. 20, 2022 Letter to Hon. Joseph Biden, President of the United States of America - RELEASE: REP. KHANNA, SENATORS WARREN AND MURPHY CALL ON PRESIDENT BIDEN TO OVERHAUL U.S. COUNTERTERRORISM POLICY Rep.Pramila Jayapal, ...
Jan. 20, 2022 Letter to Lloyd Austin III, Secretary of Defense - Democratic Women's Caucus and Pro-Choice Caucus Lead Call for Defense Secretary to Waive Contraception Copays for Servicemembers and Military Families Rep.Rick Larsen, ...
Jan. 20, 2022 Tweet - "Click below to learn more about how the new law to end surprise medical bills will help make sure you won't get unexpected, unaffordable bills for out-of-network care in emergencies and for providers you didn't choose." Sen.Patty Murray
Jan. 20, 2022 Tweet - ""…hope isn't a promise we give. It's a promise we live." Very grateful to have read Amanda Gorman's words tonight." Sen.Patty Murray
Jan. 19, 2022 Tweet - "The Omicron variant is driving a COVID-19 surge in WA state--& it's putting a strain on our hospitals &health care professionals. I'm pushing the Admin to make sure hospitals get support--& am working on legislation to help bolster our health care workforce" Sen.Patty Murray
Jan. 18, 2022 Letter to Tom Vilsack, Secretary of the Department of Agriculture - Mullin Leads Letter Urging USDA to Increase Number of Meat Inspectors, Offers Long-Term Solution to Biden Administration's Meat Pricing Plan Rep.Dan Newhouse, ...
Jan. 17, 2022 Senator Murray Statement on Martin Luther King Jr. Day Sen.Patty Murray
Jan. 17, 2022 Tweet - "Today we remember Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. and his continued fight for justice. If we're serious about honoring Dr. King's legacy, let's do so by passing strong federal voting rights legislation to protect every American's right to be heard in our democracy. #MLKDay" Sen.Patty Murray
Jan. 17, 2022 Tweet - "There's a national shortage of blood. If you're healthy and eligible, please consider donating blood at a local @RedCross center near you." Sen.Patty Murray
Jan. 16, 2022 Tweet - "As of yesterday, private health insurers must cover up to 8 free at-home COVID-19 tests per person, per month. Click the link below to learn more about how this program works and where to get tests." Sen.Patty Murray
Jan. 15, 2022 Tweet - "The spike in COVID-19 cases has caused a critical blood shortage. If you're healthy and eligible, please consider donating blood through @BloodworksNW . Click the link below to learn more." Sen.Patty Murray
Jan. 15, 2022 Tweet - "Our country needs more nurses. That's why @SenJeffMerkley and I introduced a bill to support our frontline health care workforce by putting more money in the pockets of people participating in a program that brings nursing professionals to underserved communities." Sen.Patty Murray
Jan. 15, 2022 Wicker, Merkley, Colleagues Seek to Lower Tax Burden for Public Service Nurses Sen.Patty Murray, ...
Jan. 14, 2022 Letter to Hon. Joseph Biden, President of the United Staes - Rep. Correa Fights for Health Care Workers Safety During Covid-19 Pandemic Rep.Rick Larsen, ...
Jan. 14, 2022 Tweet - "I spoke with Spokane renters & @SNAPSpokane about how the American Rescue Plan has been a lifeline for keeping a roof over people's heads." Sen.Patty Murray
Jan. 14, 2022 Senators Cantwell and Murray Announce More than $605 Million Investment to Help Repair Washington State Bridges Sen.Maria Cantwell
Jan. 13, 2022 Wexton Introduces Bipartisan Bill to Support Virginia Agritourism Businesses Rep.Dan Newhouse, ...
Jan. 13, 2022 Tweet - "The workplace vaccine or test requirement is a commonsense step to protect workers & help stop the spread of COVID-19 in the workplace. It's absurd the SCOTUS decision failed to recognize the serious risk workers face." Sen.Patty Murray
Jan. 13, 2022 Tweet - "At a time when COVID-19 cases are skyrocketing due to the Omicron variant, people need free, accessible COVID-19 tests (including rapid tests). I'm going to keep pushing the Biden Administration until this issue is solved." Sen.Patty Murray
Jan. 13, 2022 Tweet - "I made clear to the Biden Admin they need to do more to keep kids in school safely. Yesterday they announced additional steps: providing 10M free tests to K-12 schools per month & setting up surge testing sites. But I expect more details--& there's still more work left." Sen.Patty Murray
Jan. 13, 2022 Letter to Hon. Katherine Tai, US Trade Representative, and Hon. Tom Vilsack, US Secretary of Agriculture - Rep. Mann Urges U.S. to Hold India Accountable on Trade Rep.Dan Newhouse, ...
Jan. 13, 2022 Senator Murray on SCOTUS Decision Blocking Enforcement of the OSHA Vaccine or Testing Workplace Safety Standard Sen.Patty Murray
Jan. 13, 2022 Letter to Hon. Xavier Becerra, Secretary of Health and Human Services, and Hon. Janet Woodcock, Acting Commissioner of the Food and Drug Administration - Senator Baldwin Calls on FDA to Change Discriminatory Blood Donation Policies to Address National Blood Supply Shortage Sen.Maria Cantwell, ...
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