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| https://adamsmith.house.gov/news/press-releases/rep-smith-rep-jayapal-and-senator-murray-call-us-led-investigation-death | Rep. Smith, Rep. Jayapal, and Senator Murray Call for U.S. Led Investigation Into the Death of Ayşenur Ezgi Eygi | 2024-12-20 | 2024 | 2024-12 | Democrat | House | WA | Adam Smith | S000510 | adamsmith.house.gov | adamsmith | https://adamsmith.house.gov/news/press-releases | scraper | "On September 6, Ayşenur Ezgi Eygi was fatally shot in the West Bank while she was peacefully participating in a demonstration against Israeli settlements in the Palestinian village of Beita. Since then, we have requested an independent, thorough, credible, and transparent investigation into what happened that day to both better understand the circumstances of her death and ensure that if any laws were broken those who were responsible are held to account. "This week, Ms. Eygi’s family came to D.C. to discuss the challenges they've faced and the questions they still have about what happened. The lack of answers they have received is unacceptable. "We call on Israel to complete their investigation and release their report on the cause of her death. Secretary Blinken must insist on the release of any Israeli investigation results. We also continue to urge the U.S. Department of Justice to initiate an independent, U.S.-led investigation into Ms. Eygi’s death. If the Justice Department isn’t going to investigate, then the State Department should release their own findings and seek accountability. "Prime Minister Netanyahu and his government have exacerbated tensions in the West Bank with their promotion of rapid Israeli settlement expansion. This dangerous situation in the West Bank has claimed the lives of far too many civilians, including Ms. Eygi. "We applaud the sanctions that President Biden has imposed thus far on extremist Israeli settlers, including the settler organization Amana. Clearly, more must be done. The policies of Prime Minister Netanyahu’s government undermine the viability of a Palestinian state and Isarel’s security, violate the rights of Palestinians living in the West Bank, and put the region at even greater risk of further destabilization. "It is time for the Biden Administration to thoroughly investigate the shooting of Ms. Eygi." | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T19:07:19Z |
| https://adamsmith.house.gov/news/press-releases/rep-smith-statement-continuing-resolution-passage | Rep. Smith Statement on Continuing Resolution Passage | 2024-12-20 | 2024 | 2024-12 | Democrat | House | WA | Adam Smith | S000510 | adamsmith.house.gov | adamsmith | https://adamsmith.house.gov/news/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON, D.C. – Rep. Smith released the following statement: "Tonight, we passed a bipartisan continuing resolution to keep the U.S. government open, ensure our troops and federal employees get paid through the holidays, and delivers urgently needed relief funding across the nation. "We cannot get this close to a shutdown again. Congress must pass long-term funding bills as soon as possible to avoid nearing a shutdown again when this Continuing Resolution expires in March. "Congress should be working to make life better for working families. I’m committed to passing long-term government funding bills that put working people’s priorities ahead of billionaires and CEOs. I look forward to working with my colleagues to deliver common-sense, responsible government funding bills." | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T19:07:19Z |
| https://delbene.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=4002 | DelBene Statement on House Passage of Continuing Resolution | 2024-12-20 | 2024 | 2024-12 | Democrat | House | WA | Suzan K. DelBene | D000617 | delbene.house.gov | delbene | https://delbene.house.gov/news/documentquery.aspx?DocumentTypeID=27 | scraper | Today, Congresswoman Suzan DelBene (WA-01) released the following statement after the House passed legislation to fund the federal government and avoid a shutdown. “After weeks of hard work, Republicans and Democrats in the House and Senate, and the White House had a compromise agreement to fund the government. Then Elon Musk blew up the deal. House Republicans stripped out the support for children, seniors, and others from the original agreement, bringing us chaos and to the brink of a shutdown. Thanks to Leader Jeffries, we were able to negotiate a new agreement that I voted for that supports our troops, farmers, and communities and prevents a dangerous shutdown. “We will be at the negotiating table again in the new Congress and I urge House Republicans to accept what has always been true – the only way we advance policy is by working in a bipartisan way.” | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T22:13:55Z |
| https://jayapal.house.gov/2024/12/20/jayapal-smith-murray-call-for-u-s-led-investigation-into-the-death-of-aysenur-ezgi-eygi/ | Jayapal, Smith, Murray Call for U.S. Led Investigation Into the Death of Ayşenur Ezgi Eygi | 2024-12-20 | 2024 | 2024-12 | Democrat | House | WA | Pramila Jayapal | J000298 | jayapal.house.gov | jayapal | https://jayapal.house.gov/category/press-releases/ | scraper | WASHINGTON, D.C. – Rep. Smith, Rep. Jayapal, and Sen. Murray released the following statement urging the Biden Administration to immediately launch an investigation into the fatal shooting of U.S. Citizen Ayşenur Ezgi Eygi in the West Bank: “On September 6, Ayşenur Ezgi Eygi was fatally shot in the West Bank while she was peacefully participating in a demonstration against Israeli settlements in the Palestinian village of Beita. Since then, we have requested an independent, thorough, credible, and transparent investigation into what happened that day to both better understand the circumstances of her death and ensure that if any laws were broken those who were responsible are held to account. “This week, Ms. Eygi’s family came to D.C. to discuss the challenges they’ve faced and the questions they still have about what happened. The lack of answers they have received is unacceptable. “We call on Israel to complete their investigation and release their report on the cause of her death. Secretary Blinken must insist on the release of any Israeli investigation results. We also continue to urge the U.S. Department of Justice to initiate an independent, U.S.-led investigation into Ms. Eygi’s death. If the Justice Department isn’t going to investigate, then the State Department should release their own findings and seek accountability. “Prime Minister Netanyahu and his government have exacerbated tensions in the West Bank with their promotion of rapid Israeli settlement expansion. This dangerous situation in the West Bank has claimed the lives of far too many civilians, including Ms. Eygi. “We applaud the sanctions that President Biden has imposed thus far on extremist Israeli settlers, including the settler organization Amana. Clearly, more must be done. The policies of Prime Minister Netanyahu’s government undermine the viability of a Palestinian state and Isarel’s security, violate the rights of Palestinians living in the West Bank, and put the region at even greater risk of further destabilization. “It is time… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T19:07:19Z |
| https://jayapal.house.gov/2024/12/20/jayapal-statement-on-starbucks-strike/ | Jayapal Statement on Starbucks Strike | 2024-12-20 | 2024 | 2024-12 | Democrat | House | WA | Pramila Jayapal | J000298 | jayapal.house.gov | jayapal | https://jayapal.house.gov/category/press-releases/ | scraper | WASHINGTON — U.S. Representative Pramila Jayapal (WA-07) released the following statement after Workers United announced a strike following Starbucks’s refusal to bargain with unionized workers: “Baristas at Starbucks’ across the country deserve adequate wages, staffing, and better schedules. In the last fiscal year, Starbucks spent over $1.2 billion on stock buybacks to enrich their shareholders, while telling unionized workers that all the company can afford is a 1.5 percent raise. “I am proud that Starbucks started as a small business in my district, originally dedicated to taking care of customers and our community. That’s what we need to return to instead of continued union busting, disregarding worker demands for fair working conditions, and mounting an overwhelming number of legal challenges to pro-worker rulings from the National Labor Relations Board to avoid accountability. “I hope to see Starbucks come to the table to negotiate with unionized workers immediately to protect jobs and keep stores open.” | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T19:07:19Z |
| https://adamsmith.house.gov/news/press-releases/rep-smith-statement-continuing-resolution | Rep. Smith Statement on Continuing Resolution | 2024-12-19 | 2024 | 2024-12 | Democrat | House | WA | Adam Smith | S000510 | adamsmith.house.gov | adamsmith | https://adamsmith.house.gov/news/press-releases | scraper | I voted against the partisan Republican proposal today because it was created solely to serve Musk and Trump, not the American people. Trump and Musk are holding the U.S. government hostage to personally improve their standing. Musk intervened to protect himself from a China provision that would hurt his business interests. And Trump insisted on raising the debt ceiling so that he would be able to make a massive tax cut for billionaires and CEOs as soon as he gets into office in 2025. The real tragedy here is that House Republicans are going along with this every step of the way. They have decided to protect Elon Musk’s business interests around China instead of funding childhood cancer research or improving child welfare services. They are prioritizing billionaires over substance-use disorder treatment, 9/11 responder and survivor health funding, workforce development programming, and seniors’ health and wellness services. This failed bill cuts critical funding that working families are counting on, raises prescription drug costs for hardworking American taxpayers, and makes it easier for CEOs and billionaires to ship jobs overseas. More than anything we are facing a shutdown because of Mike Johnson’s refusal to pass appropriations bills and fund the government the way it’s supposed to be funded. We should not be getting to the point where we need a Continuing Resolution to avoid a shutdown. We should pass normal appropriations bills. But the reason we are not passing appropriations bills is the same reason that Mike Johnson allowed Trump and Musk to force forward their own self-interested proposal: he kowtows to the extreme, far-right MAGA Republicans in his conference. We have the votes to pass normal appropriations bills and that should be our next step. I am deeply concerned that Johnson will not bring the appropriations bills up because MAGA extremists control him. I urge my colleagues across the aisle to find a bipartisan, common-sense compromise to keep our government funded responsibly. ### | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T19:07:19Z |
| https://jayapal.house.gov/2024/12/19/jayapal-statement-on-amazon-workers-strike-2/ | Jayapal Statement on Amazon Workers’ Strike | 2024-12-19 | 2024 | 2024-12 | Democrat | House | WA | Pramila Jayapal | J000298 | jayapal.house.gov | jayapal | https://jayapal.house.gov/category/press-releases/ | scraper | WASHINGTON — U.S. Representative Pramila Jayapal (WA-07) released the following statement after the Teamsters announced a strike following Amazon’s refusal to bargain with unionized Amazon workers: “Amazon workers deserve fair pay, safe working conditions, and good benefits. Amazon is one of the largest corporations in the world with the world’s second richest man in the world as Founder and Executive Chair. Amazon should, at a minimum, ensure that the workers powering Amazon and Bezos’s own wealth are paid fairly so they can afford rent, groceries, and a decent life. “As a corporation headquartered in my district and with such a massive footprint on communities across the country and such huge profits, it is important that the company treat their workers with dignity and respect. Unions help protect workers, hold corporate leadership accountable, and drive better success for the company as a whole. It is disappointing that over the past year, Amazon has refused to honor rulings from the National Labor Relations Board (NLRB) that seek to protect workers and instead joined legal efforts to challenge the NLRB’s constitutionality in court. “I urge Amazon to come to the table and negotiate in good faith immediately.” | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T19:07:19Z |
| https://adamsmith.house.gov/news/press-releases/bipartisan-bill-streamline-clearance-process-transportation-workers-passes | Bipartisan Bill to Streamline Clearance Process for Transportation Workers Passes House | 2024-12-18 | 2024 | 2024-12 | Democrat | House | WA | Adam Smith | S000510 | adamsmith.house.gov | adamsmith | https://adamsmith.house.gov/news/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, the Transportation Security Screening Modernization Act passed the U.S. House of Representatives, bringing this important legislation one step closer to becoming law. Representatives Garret Graves (Chairman, House Aviation Subcommittee), Adam Smith (Ranking Member, House Armed Services Committee), along with U.S. Representatives Michael Guest (MS-03), Mark Green (TN-07), Dina Titus (NV-01), and Salud Carbajal (CA-24), introduced the Transportation Security Screening Modernization Act in December 2023 to eliminate redundant fees and background checks for essential transportation workers. The bill cuts through red tape to allow workers to apply existing valid background checks to multiple TSA-managed credentialing programs, preventing workers from going through identical processes multiple times. With each of these credentials having varying expiration dates and fees, workers end up spending a significant amount of time and money keeping their credentials up to date, preventing them from fully participating in the workforce. This new streamlining legislation reduces costs and hassle for workers like truck drivers, pipeline operators, longshoremen, and warehouse managers, among many others, who must obtain these credentials as a condition of employment. “Today, as the Transportation Security Screening Modernization Act passes the House, we are one step closer to less redundancy for American workers,” said Rep. Smith (WA-09). “Many transportation workers in my district have spent a significant amount of time and money to keep their credentials up to date. It’s urgent we sign pass this legislation into law so that our transportation workers can have a more streamlined application and renewal process. We need more common-sense bills like this to make it through Congress.” "As the Transportation Security Screening Modernization Act moves one step closer to becoming law, we are taking an important stride in reducing unnecessary burdens for our nation's transportation workers,” said Rep. Sal… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T19:07:19Z |
| https://jayapal.house.gov/2024/12/18/jayapal-warren-nadler-lawmakers-renew-push-to-make-bankruptcy-less-expensive-for-families/ | Jayapal, Warren, Nadler, Lawmakers Renew Push to Make Bankruptcy Less Expensive for Families | 2024-12-18 | 2024 | 2024-12 | Democrat | House | WA | Pramila Jayapal | J000298 | jayapal.house.gov | jayapal | https://jayapal.house.gov/category/press-releases/ | scraper | Bill would simplify the bankruptcy process for individuals and families, address racial and gender disparities in the system, crack down on predatory practices Bill Text | Bill Summary | One-Pager | 2022 Letter of Support from 86 Law Professors Washington, DC – Representative Pramila Jayapal (D-Wash.), United States Senators Elizabeth Warren (D-Mass.) and Sheldon Whitehouse (D-R.I.), along with Representative Jerry Nadler (D-N.Y.), Ranking Member of the House Judiciary Committee, reintroduced the Consumer Bankruptcy Reform Act, legislation to simplify and modernize the consumer bankruptcy system and make it easier for people forced into bankruptcy to get back on their feet. Over the last 40 years, consumer credit has skyrocketed as Americans took on more debt to deal with the increasing costs of housing, education, medical care, and child care — all while wages stayed stagnant. For millions of households, a job loss or a family illness can send them tumbling over a financial cliff, struggling under the weight of medical bills, student loans, mortgages, and car loans. Originally introduced in 2020, Senator Warren’s Consumer Bankruptcy Reform Act aims to streamline the consumer bankruptcy process with a single, unified system. This reform will simplify the filing process, reduce filing fees, and ensure filers can take care of themselves and their families during the bankruptcy process, including by helping renters avoid eviction and helping safeguard homes and cars. Notably, the bill will allow individuals struggling with student loans to discharge the debt through bankruptcy, reversing a 2005 change that allowed special treatment for private student loan companies and offering significant relief to many who are burdened by educational expenses. “Bankruptcy is a critical tool to help people who have fallen into debt get back on their feet, but the United States’ consumer bankruptcy system is broken — it is overcomplicated, outdated, and often inaccessible for poor and working families. It’s past time that we f… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T19:07:19Z |
| https://newhouse.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/newhouse-joins-house-agriculture-committee | Newhouse Joins House Agriculture Committee | 2024-12-17 | 2024 | 2024-12 | Republican | House | WA | Dan Newhouse | N000189 | newhouse.house.gov | newhouse | https://newhouse.house.gov/media-center/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, the House Committee on Agriculture announced Rep. Dan Newhouse (WA-04) will rejoin the committee in the 119th Congress. He served on the committee in his first term in Congress. "As a third-generation farmer, I am proud to rejoin my colleagues on the House Agriculture Committee. Central Washington is home to over 7,800 farms covering almost 6,000,000 acres, and I am looking forward to bringing their voices to the committee next year. We also have a critical Farm Bill to get across the line, and I am ready to get to work," said Rep. Dan Newhouse. House Agriculture Committee Chairman Glenn “GT” Thompson said, "I’m excited to welcome this strong and diverse group of legislators to the House Committee on Agriculture for the 119th Congress. This is a pivotal time for our farmers, ranchers, and rural communities, so we’ll hit the ground running with rigorous hearings and oversight, all to ensure we deliver legislative victories for rural America and the farm families that guarantee our nation’s food security." Rep. Newhouse will retain his seat on the House Appropriations Committee, where he will stay on the Subcommittees on Agriculture, Energy and Water, and Homeland Security. He is uniquely positioned, serving on both the House Agriculture Committee that authorizes the Farm Bill, and the Appropriations Committee that directs funds to carry out its policies. He will also remain a member of the Select Committee of the Chinese Communist Party pending its reauthorization in the 119th Congress. ### | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T19:07:19Z |
| https://newhouse.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/newhouse-targets-ccp-fentanyl-pipeline-new-bipartisan-legislation | Newhouse Targets CCP Fentanyl Pipeline in New Bipartisan Legislation | 2024-12-17 | 2024 | 2024-12 | Republican | House | WA | Dan Newhouse | N000189 | newhouse.house.gov | newhouse | https://newhouse.house.gov/media-center/press-releases | scraper | Today, Rep. Dan Newhouse (WA-04), Chairman of The Select Committee on the Chinese Communist Party’s (CCP) Fentanyl Policy Working Group, along with his colleagues introduced bipartisan legislation to hold the CCP responsible for directly subsidizing the fentanyl crisis currently plaguing the United States. “For too long, China has profited from the destruction of American lives, and the fentanyl crisis they are manufacturing knows no boundaries. As we continue our work fighting the immediate threat the drug poses, we are also going after the CCP and their central role in subsidizing, producing, and exporting the precursors that fuel this epidemic,” said Rep. Newhouse, Chairman of the Working Group. The working group spent months building on the Select Committee’s bipartisan investigation which uncovered for the first time how the CCP directly subsidizes fentanyl precursors and analogues. The lawmakers are now introducing three bipartisan bills aimed at supporting law enforcement, strengthening sanctions on CCP-backed entities engaged in drug trafficking, and leveraging fees against entities that fail to implement appropriate transparency and related safeguards that hinder drug trafficking. "Dismantling the fentanyl supply chain starts at the source. The CCP Fentanyl Sanctions Act sanctions Chinese chemical manufacturers that are profiting by poisoning the American people," said Rep. Auchincloss Ranking Member of the Working Group. “Earlier this spring, the Select Committee uncovered new evidence showing how the Chinese Communist Party directly fuels America’s fentanyl crisis. China has programs in place to reward companies with subsidies for exporting fentanyl and other drugs illegal under Chinese law to the United States. It is now abundantly clear that the CCP is not just turning a blind eye to the fentanyl crisis, it is causing it,” said Select Committee Chairman John Moolenaar. “Thank you to Rep. Newhouse and Rep. Auchincloss, for their bipartisan leadership and the solutions they have crafted to hold the… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T19:07:19Z |
| https://schrier.house.gov/media/press-releases/congresswomen-schrier-and-underwood-introduce-bill-lower-costs-increase-access | Congresswomen Schrier and Underwood Introduce Bill to Lower Costs, Increase Access to Pediatric Care | 2024-12-17 | 2024 | 2024-12 | Democrat | House | WA | Kim Schrier | S001216 | schrier.house.gov | schrier | https://schrier.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON, D.C. – Yesterday, Congresswoman Kim Schrier, M.D. (WA-08) introduced the Helping Families Access Pediatric Care Act alongside Congresswoman Lauren Underwood (IL-14). This legislation intends to make pediatric care more affordable by tackling the financial burden caused by high deductibles. “As a pediatrician, I know that costs, such as deductibles, are financial barriers that often prevent families from taking their children to the doctor,” said Congresswoman Schrier. “This delay in care can be detrimental to children’s health, leading mild illnesses to turn severe. For example, a mild pneumonia that the pediatrician could treat with oral antibiotics could turn into a severe case that would require an ER visit, hospitalization, and IV antibiotics. That’s why I’m proud to introduce this legislation to lower costs and make sure that no parent needs to make the difficult decision between taking their child to the doctor and putting food on the table." Specifically, the Helping Families Access Pediatric Care Act will: Ensure all outpatient, pediatric care is not subject to a deductible. Ensure telehealth visits for pediatric care are not subject to a deductible. Authorize a study to track the impact on families. “All children should be able to receive the health care they need, when they need it. Yet, pediatricians see first-hand how deductibles and other out-of-pocket costs can create major barriers for families trying to access timely care and services, and we know that children’s health suffers when care is delayed,” said AAP President Ben Hoffman, MD, FAAP. “The Helping Families Access Pediatric Care Act would work to improve access and affordability for children and families, no matter their source of health care coverage. The American Academy of Pediatrics applauds Representatives Kim Schrier, MD, FAAP (D-Wash.) and Lauren Underwood (D-Ill.) for their ongoing commitment to and leadership on this important issue and calls on lawmakers to advance this bill without delay.” | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T19:07:19Z |
| https://newhouse.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/newhouse-announces-winner-2024-congressional-app-challenge | Newhouse Announces Winner of the 2024 Congressional App Challenge | 2024-12-16 | 2024 | 2024-12 | Republican | House | WA | Dan Newhouse | N000189 | newhouse.house.gov | newhouse | https://newhouse.house.gov/media-center/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, Rep. Dan Newhouse (WA-04) announced the winner of the 2024 Central Washington Congressional App Challenge, an app-designing competition for middle and high school students. Jeffrey Noah from Kennewick High School designed the winning concept, Canari. His app concept would empower the agricultural industry to share issues affecting their crops and our food supply. Canari uses a database to store user reports and displays the most relevant and severe threats to users depending on their location. The platform is designed to be a free resource for anyone from hobbyist gardeners to industrial farmers. You can view his presentation on the application here. “Congratulations to Jeffrey on winning this year’s Central Washington Congressional App Challenge!” said Rep. Newhouse. Newhouse continues, “Each year, students from across Central Washington submit their app concepts and showcase their skills in the STEM field, and Canari is an excellent example of how our region’s high schoolers can utilize technology to solve problems in different industries. Thank you to all who submitted, I truly enjoyed viewing all the different apps and seeing everyone’s creativity. Congratulations Jeffrey, I am confident you will continue to learn and grow your STEM capabilities and inspire others to do the same.” The winning app was selected by a panel of expert judges from the Pacific Northwest National Laboratory. The winner will receive a PNNL “swag bag” and the app will also be featured on a video display in the U.S. Capitol building, as well as House.gov and the Congressional App Challenge website. Background: The CAC was created because Congress recognized that STEM and computer-based skills are essential for economic growth and innovation and that the U.S. has been falling behind on these fronts. By some estimates, the U.S. may be short by as many as 1 million programmers by 2021. These are high-paying, high-demand jobs. To maintain American competitiveness, it’s crucial that the United States invests i… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T19:07:19Z |
| https://delbene.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=4001 | Prior Auth Champions Celebrate over 500 Endorsements of the Improving Seniors’ Timely Access to Care Act | 2024-12-13 | 2024 | 2024-12 | Democrat | House | WA | Suzan K. DelBene | D000617 | delbene.house.gov | delbene | https://delbene.house.gov/news/documentquery.aspx?DocumentTypeID=27 | scraper | Today, Representatives Suzan DelBene (WA-01), Mike Kelly (PA-16), Ami Bera, M.D. (CA-06), and Larry Bucshon, M.D. (IN-08) released the following statement after the Improving Seniors’ Timely Access to Care Act (H.R. 8702), their legislation that would speed up access to quality care for seniors by streamlining prior authorization under Medicare Advantage, was endorsed by over 500 health care and patient advocacy organizations: “Seniors across America deserve timely access to the care they need, free from bureaucratic delays and administrative red tape. Our bill directly addresses the key issues in the current insurance claims system under Medicare Advantage. It will help improve health outcomes and reduce delays without costing taxpayers anything. “We are proud to receive the endorsements of over 500 organizations. This consensus support shows the need for prior authorization reform. We look forward to working with congressional leadership to pass H.R. 8702 and deliver life-saving policies for America’s seniors.” To see the list of supporting organizations, click here. The legislation is also supported by the majority of Congress, with 60 cosponsors in the Senate and 230 cosponsors in the House of Representatives. The bill passed unanimously in the House of Representatives in the last Congress. | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T22:13:55Z |
| https://strickland.house.gov/2024/12/12/strickland-lawmakers-reintroduce-legislation-addressing-unsafe-conditions-in-privatized-military-housing/ | Strickland, Lawmakers Reintroduce Legislation Addressing Unsafe Conditions in Privatized Military Housing | 2024-12-12 | 2024 | 2024-12 | Democrat | House | WA | Marilyn Strickland | S001159 | strickland.house.gov | strickland | https://strickland.house.gov/category/press_release/ | scraper | Washington, DC – Today, Congresswoman Marilyn Strickland (WA-10), Senator Elizabeth Warren (D-MA), Representative Sara Jacobs (CA-51), and Delegate James Moylan (R-Guam) introduced the Military Housing Oversight and Service Member Protection Act. This bipartisan and bicameral legislation reforms the privatized military housing system and responds to disturbing reports that have revealed unsafe and unsanitary conditions for service members and their families. “It is well past time to increase, stabilize, and regulate the housing supply available for servicemembers,” said Congresswoman Marilyn Strickland. “My district alone is home to over 40,000 active-duty service members and their families who deserve to be securely housed.” “The Department of Defense (DOD) owes a responsibility to our servicemembers to provide them and their families with safe and sanitary housing,” said Senator Warren. “This bill will fundamentally reform a broken system and hold private housing providers accountable for their shameful failures.” “Our military families sacrifice so much for us – and the least we can do is ensure their housing is clean, safe, affordable, and meets their needs,” said Congresswoman Sara Jacobs. “While we’ve made progress in addressing inadequate housing across the country, we still have more work ahead to conduct necessary oversight, protect and empower tenants, and demand accountability for unacceptable conditions. Our military families deserve the best – and that’s why I’m proud to introduce the Military Housing Oversight and Service Member Protection Act to deliver comprehensive reform to our privatized military housing system that often overlooks landlords’ negligence and silences military families.” “I am happy to announce that our office is co-leading with Rep Jacobs the Military Housing & Service Member Protection Act,” said Delegate James Moylan of Guam. “This act focuses on Increased oversight, Transparency, Tenant Protections, Medical care provisions, and a commitment to ethical practices. Our Warfi… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T22:13:55Z |
| https://delbene.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=4000 | DelBene, Pfluger, Blackburn, Warner Introduce Legislation to Strengthen U.S. Immersive Technology Leadership | 2024-12-11 | 2024 | 2024-12 | Democrat | House | WA | Suzan K. DelBene | D000617 | delbene.house.gov | delbene | https://delbene.house.gov/news/documentquery.aspx?DocumentTypeID=27 | scraper | Today, Representatives Suzan DelBene (WA-01) and August Pfluger (TX-11), and Senators Marsha Blackburn (TN) and Mark Warner (VA) introduced the United States Leadership in Immersive Technology Act, legislation that would establish an advisory panel tasked with creating a national immersive technology strategy. Virtual reality (VR) and augmented reality (AR), collectively known as immersive technology (XR), allow us to blend the digital and physical worlds into one integrated experience. From automatically generated closed captions of live conversations for the hearing impaired to creating personalized, hands-on training modules for students, the benefits of XR are limitless. Despite being home to some of the world’s largest XR content and hardware producers, the U.S. lags behind other countries in creating a clear roadmap for applying them to commercial and personal use. Already, South Korea, the United Kingdom, the European Union, and China have strategies that allow them to embrace immersive technologies. The U.S. is relinquishing its role on the international stage to guide the creation of XR standards without a strategy. “We cannot allow ourselves to be left behind in the burgeoning XR field,” said DelBene, who serves as Co-chair of the Virtual, Augmented, and Mixed Reality Caucus. “As our world becomes increasingly technological, it is crucial that we prepare to compete effectively on the global stage while protecting our interests. This legislation will help us catch up to other global leaders and regain our foothold in creating national standards.” “Immersive Technology is an essential technological tool utilized by thousands of Americans, businesses, and our military for enhanced simulation and training capabilities. Recently, China has been aggressively investing in XR technology, posing a potential threat to our economic and national security interests,” said Pfluger. “Our legislation will ensure the United States maintains global leadership through a national strategy in this emerging technology.” … | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T22:13:55Z |
| https://larsen.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=2937 | Annual Defense Policy Bill Improves Quality of Life for Servicemembers, Veterans and Military Families in the Pacific Northwest | 2024-12-11 | 2024 | 2024-12 | Democrat | House | WA | Rick Larsen | L000560 | larsen.house.gov | larsen | https://larsen.house.gov/news/documentquery.aspx | scraper | Rep. Rick Larsen (WA-02) released the below statement after voting for the Fiscal Year 2025 National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA). The bipartisan NDAA passed the House by a final vote of 281 to 140 and now heads to the Senate for consideration. WASHINGTON, D.C. - Today, Rep. Rick Larsen (WA-02) released the below statement after voting for the Fiscal Year 2025 National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA). The bipartisan NDAA passed the House by a final vote of 281 to 140 and now heads to the Senate for consideration. “I supported the NDAA because it improves the quality of life for servicemembers, veterans and military families in the Pacific Northwest and around the world,” said Larsen, who served for 22 years on the Armed Services Committee (2001-2023). “This bipartisan bill gives servicemembers a raise, delivers Impact Aid to school districts that serve military communities, enables wounded servicemembers to start a family, strengthens national security and the NATO alliance, and educates servicemembers on artificial intelligence. “There was a specific provision in the final bill that limits gender affirming care for military families. I oppose this provision, and I will work to change it.” Several of Larsen’s priorities were included in the House-passed version of the NDAA: Supporting Servicemembers, Veterans and Military Families A Raise for Servicemembers – The NDAA included a 14.5 percent pay raise for junior enlisted and a 4.5 percent pay raise for all other servicemembers. Impact Aid for WA-02 School Districts – The NDAA included a total of $70 million in Department of Defense (DoD) Supplemental Impact Aid payments to school districts that serve military-connected students, including Oak Harbor School District. Enabling Wounded Servicemembers and Veterans to Start a Family – Larsen has met with servicemembers and veterans who struggle with having children due to medical complications because of their service. Larsen supported a provision to establish a pilot initiative to cryopreserve gametes, w… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T22:13:55Z |
| https://schrier.house.gov/media/press-releases/congresswoman-schrier-secures-authorization-lake-chelan-water-reservoir | Congresswoman Schrier Secures Authorization for Lake Chelan Water Reservoir Project | 2024-12-11 | 2024 | 2024-12 | Democrat | House | WA | Kim Schrier | S001216 | schrier.house.gov | schrier | https://schrier.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON, D.C. – Yesterday, the United States House of Representatives passed the bipartisan Thomas R. Carper Water Resources Development Act of 2024 (WRDA), biennial legislation that authorizes water resource activities of the Army Corps of Engineers. Thanks to the advocacy of Congresswoman Kim Schrier, M.D. (WA-08), the bill included authorization for the design and construction of a water reservoir in the city of Chelan for wildfire preparedness and water supply. The bill is now headed to the Senate and then the President’s desk. “I’ve heard directly from local officials and my constituents in the Lake Chelan area on how impactful a water reservoir for the east side of town would be,” said Congresswoman Schrier. “The reservoir would provide a critical, dependable source in case of a wildfire and serve as a water supply for future development in the area while reducing water infrastructure costs. I’m incredibly proud to have pushed for the authorization of this project and will continue to advocate for crucial infrastructure projects throughout the Eighth District.” "We are incredibly thankful for the support of Representative Schrier, Senator Murray, and Senator Cantwell," said City of Chelan Mayor, Erin McCardle. "Their efforts have been pivotal to realizing the inclusion of the East Chelan Water Reservoir project in the bill." The current water system of Chelan relies on booster pump stations to distribute water over increasing elevation and distance all from Lake Chelan. This poses serious risks as a failure of these pump stations, such as from a power outage, could disrupt water distribution to the east side for both emergency firefighting and daily life. The proposed water reservoir will address this vulnerability and assist in mitigating future wildfire risks associated with the unique geographical and infrastructure challenges of the city. This reservoir would also help allow for further development in East Chelan. | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T22:13:55Z |
| https://schrier.house.gov/media/press-releases/congresswoman-schriers-statement-following-permanent-injunction-kroger | Congresswoman Schrier’s Statement Following the Permanent Injunction of the Kroger - Albertsons Merger and Fall-Out, Lawsuit between the two Grocery Chains | 2024-12-11 | 2024 | 2024-12 | Democrat | House | WA | Kim Schrier | S001216 | schrier.house.gov | schrier | https://schrier.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congresswoman Kim Schrier, M.D. (WA-08) released the statement below following the termination of the Kroger-Albertsons merger and messy fall-out and lawsuit between the two grocery giants: “The Kroger-Albertsons merger would have been disastrous for Washingtonians. That is why I have been publicly calling on the FTC to take action and block this merger for over two years. At a time when families in Washington State face some of the highest grocery costs in the nation, this merger would have reduced competition and choice, continuing to squeeze consumers in our state,” said Congresswoman Schrier. “Additionally, farmers and producers would have faced a smaller, less competitive market for their goods, resulting in unsustainably low prices for their produce. Eighth District families and farmers know I will always take up the fight on their behalf and I will continue to fight corporate greed and price gouging by big corporations that continue to try to manipulate and take advantage of the market.” Congresswoman Schrier has been a leading voice fighting against this merger for years, warning that it would lead to reduced competition, higher prices for consumers, and lower compensation for Washington farmers and growers. The Congresswoman led a letter to the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) earlier this year, highlighting these concerns and calling on the FTC to halt this 24.6-billion-dollar merger. Congresswoman Schrier previously led a separate letter to the FTC expressing similar concerns in 2022. A link to Congresswoman Schrier's latest letter can be found here. Congresswoman Schrier’s 2022 can be found here. Yesterday, a federal judge in Seattle issued a permanent injunction preventing the proposed Kroger-Albertsons merger in Washington State. Following this decision, Albertsons terminated its merger Agreement with Kroger and sued the grocery chain for breach of contract. Albertsons and Kroger have since engaged in a back-and-forth, public spat, with Albertsons’ General Counsel and Chief Poli… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T22:13:55Z |
| https://strickland.house.gov/2024/12/11/strickland-presents-zain-shariff-as-2024-congressional-app-challenge-winner/ | Strickland Presents Zain Shariff as 2024 Congressional App Challenge Winner | 2024-12-11 | 2024 | 2024-12 | Democrat | House | WA | Marilyn Strickland | S001159 | strickland.house.gov | strickland | https://strickland.house.gov/category/press_release/ | scraper | Lacey, WA – Today, Congresswoman Marilyn Strickland (WA-10) announced Zain Shariff, as the winner of the 2024 Congressional App Challenge for Washington’s 10th Congressional District. “After considering many outstanding submissions, I am proud to announce Zain as the winner of the Congressional App Challenge,” said Strickland. “Congratulations to all students who participated and thank you to our judges. I look forward to seeing the AICathDesigner cover art in the Capitol.” “It’s exciting to win Congresswoman Strickland’s Congressional App Challenge. AICathDesigner uses chest CT Scan images to design a customized catheter sheath. Due to varied anatomies of the coronary sinus, obtaining access could be challenging and may result in poor outcomes. My app aims to build catheters for individual patients. This would help clinicians perform cardiac procedures and surgeries safely and improve patient outcomes. I built this program out of my passion for cardiac sciences,” said Shariff. “The deep technical knowledge that Zain demonstrated in their app, AICathDesigner, is exceptionally impressive. Their ability to apply software development practices while integrating concepts from another industry, 3D printing from manufacturing, is a rare and highly sought-after skill. Developing this type of application as a solo developer is equally commendable,” said Joseph Ortiz, Clover Park Technical College Computer Programming Instructor, and competition Judge. “I want to extend my heartfelt congratulations to all the finalists and winner for their hard work and their courage to challenge themselves by embracingnew technologies. The winner leveraged AI tools to identify the best path and utilized a 3D printer to design a sheath to assist in the process. This project highlights that AI cannot solve problems it doesn’t know exist—it’s human creativity and ingenuity that bring these ideas to life and help make the world a better place. I would be delighted to offer all students a tour of SMA and a place in our Engineering School … | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T22:13:55Z |
| https://adamsmith.house.gov/news/press-releases/rep-smith-rep-jayapal-and-senator-murray-call-us-led-investigation-death-0 | Rep. Smith, Rep. Jayapal, and Senator Murray Call for U.S. Led Investigation Into the Death of Ayşenur Ezgi Eygi | 2024-12-10 | 2024 | 2024-12 | Democrat | House | WA | Adam Smith | S000510 | adamsmith.house.gov | adamsmith | https://adamsmith.house.gov/news/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON, D.C. – Rep. Smith, Rep. Jayapal, and Sen. Murray released the following statement urging the Biden Administration to immediately launch an investigation into the fatal shooting of U.S. Citizen Ayşenur Ezgi Eygi in the West Bank: "On September 6, Ayşenur Ezgi Eygi was fatally shot in the West Bank while she was peacefully participating in a demonstration against Israeli settlements in the Palestinian village of Beita. Since then, we have requested an independent, thorough, credible, and transparent investigation into what happened that day to both better understand the circumstances of her death and ensure that if any laws were broken those who were responsible are held to account. "This week, Ms. Eygi’s family came to D.C. to discuss the challenges they've faced and the questions they still have about what happened. The lack of answers they have received is unacceptable. "We call on Israel to complete their investigation and release their report on the cause of her death. Secretary Blinken must insist on the release of any Israeli investigation results. We also continue to urge the U.S. Department of Justice to initiate an independent, U.S.-led investigation into Ms. Eygi’s death. If the Justice Department isn’t going to investigate, then the State Department should release their own findings and seek accountability. "Prime Minister Netanyahu and his government have exacerbated tensions in the West Bank with their promotion of rapid Israeli settlement expansion. This dangerous situation in the West Bank has claimed the lives of far too many civilians, including Ms. Eygi. "We applaud the sanctions that President Biden has imposed thus far on extremist Israeli settlers, including the settler organization Amana. Clearly, more must be done. The policies of Prime Minister Netanyahu’s government undermine the viability of a Palestinian state and Isarel’s security, violate the rights of Palestinians living in the West Bank, and put the region at even greater risk of further destabilization. "It is time… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T22:13:55Z |
| https://delbene.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=3999 | DelBene, Heinrich Introduce Legislation to Protect Infrastructure from Beaver Damage, Support Humane Mitigation Efforts | 2024-12-06 | 2024 | 2024-12 | Democrat | House | WA | Suzan K. DelBene | D000617 | delbene.house.gov | delbene | https://delbene.house.gov/news/documentquery.aspx?DocumentTypeID=27 | scraper | Today, Congresswoman Suzan DelBene (WA-01) and Senator Martin Heinrich (NM) introduced the Developing Alternative Mitigation Systems (DAMS) for Beavers Act, legislation that would help protect public infrastructure and private property from beaver damage while supporting non-lethal mitigation efforts for these climate-solving animals and saving taxpayers money. Beavers play a critical role in shaping our environment. From improving water storage and filtration to creating habitats for endangered and vulnerable species, beavers are indispensable ecosystem engineers in our fight against climate change. However, beaver activity has caused substantial damage to private property and public infrastructure, resulting in the federal government and private trappers conducting lethal campaigns that kill tens of thousands of beavers each year. This killing is cruel and frequently fruitless since refuge-seeking beavers quickly recolonize targeted areas, and non-lethal methods are more effective at mitigating the impacts of beaver activity. The bill would provide $3 million annually for humane, non-lethal beaver mitigation alternatives, such as water flow control devices, mesh fencing, culvert-protective fencing, and pond levelers. State and federal agencies, local governments, Tribes, landowners, and nonprofits would all be eligible to receive funding. These investments have been proven to save taxpayers money: A study in Virginia compared the costs of repairing road damage caused by beavers at 14 sites before and after using flow devices. The state transportation department saved hundreds of thousands of dollars per year with the non-lethal method. Specifically, the ‘before’ costs were more than $300,000 per year, which included preventive road maintenance, damage repairs, and lethal removal of beavers. The cost of installing flow devices was less than $45,000 and maintenance costs were $277 per year. A 20-year project in Billerica, Massachusetts found that the average cost of beaver trapping and dam breaching was $40… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T22:13:55Z |
| https://larsen.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=2936 | Larsen to Host In-Person Town Halls in Ferndale and Edmonds | 2024-12-06 | 2024 | 2024-12 | Democrat | House | WA | Rick Larsen | L000560 | larsen.house.gov | larsen | https://larsen.house.gov/news/documentquery.aspx | scraper | FERNDALE and EDMONDS, WA – Today, Rep. Rick Larsen (WA-02) announced he will host two in-person town halls to discuss his priorities for the 119th Congress and hear directly from his constituents in Washington’s Second Congressional District. Larsen will host a town hall on Saturday, December 14, from 3:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. at the Pioneer Pavilion Community Center in Ferndale. Larsen will then host a town hall on Sunday, December 15, from 1:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m. at the Edmonds Plaza Room in Edmonds. These town halls are open to all constituents who live in the Second District, which includes parts of Snohomish County and all of Whatcom, Skagit, Island and San Juan counties. If you are unable to attend a town hall and need assistance, please contact Larsen’s district office at (425) 252-3188 or at larsen.house.gov/contact. For the latest information on the town halls and on Larsen’s work representing Northwest Washington, please visit larsen.house.gov or follow Larsen on X at x.com/RepRickLarsen, on Facebook at facebook.com/RepRickLarsen and on Instagram at instagram.com/repricklarsen. Ferndale Town Hall Details Saturday, December 14 3:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. PST Pioneer Pavilion Community Center 2007 Cherry Street Ferndale, WA 98248 Edmonds Town Hall Details Sunday, December 15 1:00 p.m. – 2:00 p.m. PST Edmonds Plaza Room 650 Main Street Edmonds, WA 98020 ### | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T22:13:55Z |
| https://delbene.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=3996 | DelBene Announces WA-01 Winner of 2024 Congressional App Challenge | 2024-12-05 | 2024 | 2024-12 | Democrat | House | WA | Suzan K. DelBene | D000617 | delbene.house.gov | delbene | https://delbene.house.gov/news/documentquery.aspx?DocumentTypeID=27 | scraper | Today, Congresswoman Suzan DelBene (WA-01) announced Read Buddy for Neurodivergent, created by Isabella and Nathan Guan from Kirkland, as the winner of the 2024 Congressional App Challenge from Washington’s 1st Congressional District. Read Buddy is a reading assistant tool designed to support neurodivergent people with reading comprehension support while minimizing distractions. Read Buddy scans printed text and converts it into a digital format. This creates an interactive reading experience to foster comprehension and focus. A demo of Read Buddy can be found here. The winning app was selected by a panel of impartial judges from our community. Read Buddy will be displayed in the U.S. Capitol for the next year, along with winning apps from other congressional districts. | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T22:13:55Z |
| https://delbene.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=3994 | DelBene, Bucshon, Schrier, Miller Introduce Bill to Remove Financial Barriers for Living Organ Donors | 2024-12-04 | 2024 | 2024-12 | Democrat | House | WA | Suzan K. DelBene | D000617 | delbene.house.gov | delbene | https://delbene.house.gov/news/documentquery.aspx?DocumentTypeID=27 | scraper | Today, Representatives Suzan DelBene (WA-01), Larry Bucshon, MD (IN-08), Kim Schrier, MD (WA-08), and Carol Miller (WV-01) introduced legislation to provide more support to living organ donors and address the increasingly high costs of donation. The Expanding Support for Living Donors Act would remove financial barriers that prevent many people from donating life-saving organs. Every day, 17 Americans die waiting for an organ transplant. There are more than 100,000 people on the transplant waitlist, with more than 66,000 people added last year. A transplant provides a new lease on life, but our current system is insufficient to meet the needs of patients. While the rate of deceased donations has improved in recent years following Congressional action, the rate of living donations has flatlined over the past two decades. This is largely due to the high out-of-pocket costs of donating, which can exceed $10,000. Travel expenses, child care, and lost wages from missing work are all major costs that donors can incur in the process. The existing federal donor reimbursement program only provides up to $6,000 for donation-related expenses, which is often not enough, and income restrictions disqualify many people from accessing these benefits. “Donors give the gift of life to their fellow Americans, but for too long the system hasn’t been designed to fully support them. This legislation would remove unnecessary financial barriers that have prevented many from donating. As the transplant list continues to grow longer and longer, we must take bold steps to support living donors,” said DelBene. “As a physician and current Co-Chair of the Congressional Kidney Caucus, I recognize the life-saving impact organ donations have on thousands of Americans each year. Unfortunately, our current system fails to meet patient demand and living donations have flatlined over the past two decades, in part due to out-of-pocket expenses that exceed the current reimbursement cap under the Living Donor Reimbursement Program,” said Dr. Bucsho… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T22:13:55Z |
| https://strickland.house.gov/2024/12/04/strickland-elected-secretary-of-congressional-black-caucus/ | Strickland Elected Secretary of Congressional Black Caucus | 2024-12-04 | 2024 | 2024-12 | Democrat | House | WA | Marilyn Strickland | S001159 | strickland.house.gov | strickland | https://strickland.house.gov/category/press_release/ | scraper | Washington, D.C. – Today, Congresswoman Marilyn Strickland (WA-10) was elected by her Congressional Black Caucus (CBC) colleagues to serve as the CBC Secretary in the 119th Congress. “I am honored and grateful to my CBC colleagues for their trust and support,” said Strickland. I look forward to leveraging our power to achieve our goals in the 119th Congress.” The CBC is the “conscience of the Congress” and has a longstanding history of effective policymaking and advocacy to address the needs of African Americans and other underserved communities across the country. The caucus will have a record number of 62 members, representing districts as diverse as America. As Secretary, Strickland will work to ensure that the Caucus is united in the fight for equitable access to housing, education, jobs, healthcare, and justice for every American. Strickland will serve alongside incoming Chair Rep. Yvette Clarke (NY-09), First Vice Chair Rep. Troy Carter (LA-02), Second Vice Chair Rep. Lucy McBath (GA-07), and Whip Rep. Sydney Kamlager-Dove (CA-37) as part of the CBC leadership in the 119th Congress. In the 118th Congress Strickland served as the CBC’s Whip. Strickland is the first, and only member from Washington State and the Pacific Northwest to serve on the CBC Executive Board. U.S. Representative Marilyn Strickland serves on the House Armed Services Committee and the House Transportation and Infrastructure Committee. She is Whip for the Congressional Black Caucus, a member of the New Democrat Coalition, and one of the first Korean-American women elected to Congress. ### | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T22:13:55Z |
| https://jayapal.house.gov/2024/12/03/merkley-jayapal-tlaib-introduce-congressional-resolution-raising-awareness-of-chemical-disasters-in-the-united-states-abroad/ | Merkley, Jayapal, Tlaib Introduce Congressional Resolution Raising Awareness of Chemical Disasters in the United States & Abroad | 2024-12-03 | 2024 | 2024-12 | Democrat | House | WA | Pramila Jayapal | J000298 | jayapal.house.gov | jayapal | https://jayapal.house.gov/category/press-releases/ | scraper | Washington, D.C. – U.S. Senator Jeff Merkley (D-OR), U.S. Representatives Pramila Jayapal (WA-07) and Rashida Tlaib (MI-12) today introduced a bicameral resolution designating December 3rd as National Chemical Disaster Awareness Day. The resolution spotlights the ongoing crisis of chemical disasters nationwide and marks the 40th anniversary of the Bhopal disaster, which is considered the deadliest chemical accident in world history. “Chemical disasters are often the result of corporations cutting corners and prioritizing profits over safety,” said Merkley, Chair of the U.S. Senate Environment and Public Works subcommittee overseeing environmental justice and chemical safety. “These catastrophes cloud communities with toxic fumes, upending lives and threatening the health and property of those living and working close by. Four decades after the Bhopal disaster, the need for action remains urgent, and we recognize National Chemical Disaster Awareness Day to reaffirm the need for stronger laws to prevent chemical disasters and keep our communities and workers safe.” “The Bhopal disaster was one of the worst environmental and industrial catastrophes in human history, killing thousands of people and causing permanent injuries in hundreds of thousands more,” said Jayapal. “As we mark 40 years since this tragedy, it remains incredibly important that we continue working to both hold Union Carbide Corporation – a wholly owned subsidiary of the Dow Chemical Company – accountable for their role in this incident and ensure that all victims and their families are properly compensated and cared for. Far too often, large corporations are able to easily escape accountability for their wrongdoings, especially when those affected are poor and underserved communities. I’m proud to lead my colleagues today in standing alongside these communities to demand justice and raising awareness for this horrible disaster as we fight to right these wrongs and prevent similar incidents from happening ever again.” “From Detroit to Bhopal, we … | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T22:13:55Z |
| https://adamsmith.house.gov/news/press-releases/rep-smith-statement-boeing-machinists-contract-agreement | Rep. Smith Statement on Boeing Machinists Contract Agreement | 2024-11-06 | 2024 | 2024-11 | Democrat | House | WA | Adam Smith | S000510 | adamsmith.house.gov | adamsmith | https://adamsmith.house.gov/news/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON - Rep. Smith released the following statement celebrating the deal agreed to by Boeing and the Machinists last night: “Congratulations to the Machinist Union workers for their courage and tenacity. At great personal risk they stood up for each other for two challenging months. They set an example for working people everywhere – to fight for fair wages and benefits – and they were hugely successful. The deal that Machinists and Boeing came together last night to agree on delivers better benefits for Boeing workers, including a wage increase, stronger retirement plans, and other significant benefit improvements. "I will always support the rights of workers to organize and collectively bargain for better working conditions. I’m grateful today for the many leaders who rose to the occasion during these negotiations. Much is owed to Machinists President Job Holden, Boeing CEO Kelly Ortberg, and the Biden-Harris Administration’s Acting Labor Secretary Julie Su for their expertise and leadership in this process. "This new agreement should represent a new chapter for Boeing. For many decades, Boeing was a pillar of American innovation and manufacturing, but in recent times its felt like they have chosen to prioritize shareholders and investors over their own employees. I am hopeful that with this successful negotiation with the Machinists, that Boeing can learn from this experience and get back to where the company came from: a business focused not only on short-term profits but on building the best airplanes in the world. It’s their middle- and working-class employees that build value not only in Boeing but also in our broader economy. I’m glad to see their work being recognized with this agreement that sets a new standard for workers in the aerospace industry. "Livable wages, strong retirement options, and good benefits should be the standard for workers everywhere. I am hopeful that this new chapter will bring great success to Boeing and all of its employees.” | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T22:07:06Z |
| https://adamsmith.house.gov/news/press-releases/rep-smith-statement-following-2024-election | Rep. Smith Statement Following the 2024 Election | 2024-11-06 | 2024 | 2024-11 | Democrat | House | WA | Adam Smith | S000510 | adamsmith.house.gov | adamsmith | https://adamsmith.house.gov/news/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON, D.C. - Rep. Smith released the following statement: "It is one of my greatest honors to work for the people of Washington's Ninth Congressional District. Over the next two years, my team and I will remain dedicated to serving the people of Washington’s Ninth District. "We have a lot of work to do as a country to righten the course we are on. We need to lower the cost of living, tackle corporate greed, make our communities safer, and support the working class. "Just as crucially, we’ll need to find common ground with people we disagree with. We’ll need to improve the ways we handle political disagreements without resorting to extreme measures. I look forward to working on these challenges over the next two years." | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T22:07:06Z |
| https://jayapal.house.gov/2024/11/04/jayapal-statement-celebrating-machinists-vote/ | Jayapal Statement Celebrating Machinists Vote | 2024-11-04 | 2024 | 2024-11 | Democrat | House | WA | Pramila Jayapal | J000298 | jayapal.house.gov | jayapal | https://jayapal.house.gov/category/press-releases/ | scraper | SEATTLE, WA – U.S. Congresswoman Pramila Jayapal (WA-07) released the following statement after the International Association of Machinists and Aerospace Workers (IAM) voted to ratify Boeing’s recent contract offer. “Tonight, I congratulate the workers in the IAM for winning a hard-fought victory after going on strike for seven weeks to stand up for core principles. Their solidarity in going on strike – a legitimate step in America’s collective bargaining process – ensured a contract with 38 percent wage increases, sizable increases in retirement plans and job security. I also congratulate Machinists President Jon Holden as well as Boeing CEO Kelly Ortberg for working to reach a deal that ensures Boeing will continue to build quality planes that contribute to our country’s security and mobility while valuing and respecting the fact that there is no Boeing without the IAM. I also thank Acting Labor Secretary Julie Su for her skilled leadership in bringing both parties to the table and to an agreement. “Boeing has a long history of building the middle class in Seattle, with generations of workers committed to their jobs and to the company. This contract is a promising sign that the new leadership is committed to returning to that role as a business that is contributing to our region, state and country’s well-being for current and future generations.” Jayapal has supported IAM Machinists throughout the strike, joining them on the picket line and rallying with them. She also sent a letter urging all parties to return to the bargaining table to reach a fair contract and stood behind the Machinists after they rejected Boeing’s initial contract offer. | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T22:07:06Z |
| https://jayapal.house.gov/2024/10/30/jayapal-statement-on-second-death-at-northwest-immigrant-processing-center-in-2024/ | Jayapal Statement on Second Death at Northwest Immigrant Processing Center in 2024 | 2024-10-30 | 2024 | 2024-10 | Democrat | House | WA | Pramila Jayapal | J000298 | jayapal.house.gov | jayapal | https://jayapal.house.gov/category/press-releases/ | scraper | SEATTLE, WA – U.S. Representative Pramila Jayapal (WA-07), Ranking Member of the Immigration Integrity, Security, and Enforcement Subcommittee, issued the following statement regarding the death of Jose Manuel Sanchez-Castro at the Northwest Immigrant Processing Center (NWIPC), formerly the Northwest Detention Center, an immigration detention facility in Washington State operated by Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE): “First and foremost, I extend my condolences to Mr. Sanchez-Castro’s family and loved ones. While his official cause of death is still unknown, there must be accountability and a full investigation to understand exactly what happened. My office is tracking this closely and is in contact with ICE. “This is now the second death at NWIPC in 2024 after Charles Leo Daniel died in custody after spending 1,418 days in solitary confinement. Following his death, I inspected the facility and was not permitted to speak directly with detained people. I remain deeply concerned about reports from detained people regarding conditions at the facility and will continue to closely monitor and engage with federal officials about my concerns.” In 2018, another detained person at the facility died by suicide. Detained people at the facility have consistently been forced to resort to hunger strikes to protest conditions, including allegations of medical neglect, unsafe food, and unsanitary conditions among other complaints. Jayapal has been a leader in efforts to end the use of private, for-profit detention centers and to instead utilize alternatives to detention. She has led multiple calls to the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) to urge the closure of facilities with records of abuse. She has also worked to push accountability and transparency at many of these detention facilities. She is also the lead sponsor of the Dignity for Detained Immigrants Act, transformative legislation that would end the use of for-profit, private detention facilities and protect the civil and human rights of immigrants. | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T21:57:20Z |
| https://newhouse.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/newhouse-fentanyl-task-force-release-final-report | Newhouse, Fentanyl Task Force Release Final Report | 2024-10-30 | 2024 | 2024-10 | Republican | House | WA | Dan Newhouse | N000189 | newhouse.house.gov | newhouse | https://newhouse.house.gov/media-center/press-releases | scraper | This week, Rep. Dan Newhouse (WA-04) led the Central Washington Fentanyl Task Force in a meeting and released the taskforce’s final report outlining guidance to help mitigate the ongoing fentanyl crisis. “We are proud to release a report which outlines our comprehensive work over the last year and a half to help stop the influence of the fentanyl crisis in our community,” said Rep. Newhouse. Newhouse continued, “From individuals who have firsthand experience in substance recovery, law enforcement officers, tribal representatives, and medical professionals, this task force represents all of us who have been impacted by this issue in one way or another. I am proud of the work we have accomplished.” Meeting on a quarterly basis, the task force identified four categories to assess the problem and execute solutions: data, funding, policy, and education, at the federal, state, tribal, and local levels. In each meeting, the task force compiled datasets to assess current trends of the crisis, mapped out funding mechanisms and resources available, discussed current laws and available programs, both for enforcement as well as prevention and treatment services, and finally, contributed to the all-hands-on-deck education campaign in Central Washington to combat this crisis. This report reflects the task force’s collective efforts, recommendations, and conclusions. Background Enough fentanyl was interdicted by U.S. law enforcement last year to kill every American 66 times, 97% of it originates from China, 90% of it enters through U.S. Ports of Entry by vehicle, and 17% of meth, 41% of cocaine, 72% of heroin, and 74% of xylazine tested positive for fentanyl. The Task Force has evidence that shows 7 out of 10 fentanyl pills off the street in the U.S. possess a potentially deadly dose. The fentanyl, mental health, and substance use disorder crisis is a multifaceted problem that requires all members of the community, both in the public and private sectors, to bring together their expertise, perspectives, and efforts to ex… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T21:57:20Z |
| https://strickland.house.gov/2024/10/29/tacoma-rail-receives-over-8-3m-in-federal-funding-to-reduce-its-ghg-emissions/ | Tacoma Rail Receives Over $8.3M In Federal Funding to Reduce Its GHG Emissions | 2024-10-29 | 2024 | 2024-10 | Democrat | House | WA | Marilyn Strickland | S001159 | strickland.house.gov | strickland | https://strickland.house.gov/category/press_release/ | scraper | Lakewood, Washington – Today, the U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) announced over $8,300,000 for Tacoma Rail through the Consolidated Rail Infrastructure and Safety Improvements (CRISI) Program. Tacoma Rail, a short line operating out of the Port of Tacoma, provides vital services to the local and regional economies. With this funding from DOT, Tacoma Rail will upgrade the diesel engines of four locomotives, significantly improving fuel efficiency and reducing freight rail emissions by over 90 percent. “This grant awarded to Tacoma Rail is another example of how federal funding strengthens our local economies,” said Strickland. “I am proud to support Tacoma Rail as they work to modernize their freight rail equipment, reduce greenhouse gas emissions, and improve air quality for surrounding neighborhoods.” “This investment is a big deal for Tacoma – for our port, our rail system, and our competitiveness,” said Rep. Derek Kilmer (WA-06). “I’m proud to have supported this important project alongside Representative Strickland. It will reduce emissions and ensure Tacoma Rail can modernize without the costs being solely borne by local taxpayers. I look forward to the impact this investment will have on the future of the railroad in our region.” “This award from the Federal Railroad Administration marks a win for cleaner air in the community Tacoma Rail serves,” said Paul Hoover with Tacoma Rail. “We are committed to working toward environmental justice, and repowering four 1980’s era locomotives to modern EPA Tier 4 emission standards moves us toward our goal. This project will reduce greenhouse gas emissions by 93 percent, and fine-particle air pollution by 97 percent.“ “These grant funds will support an important Port partner in significantly reducing emissions of yard locomotives. Tacoma Rail plays a critical role in our supply chain ecosystem, moving goods out from our harbors towards consumer markets, and the investment in cleaner equipment is a win for our regional air quality” said Port of Tacoma Comm… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T21:57:20Z |
| https://adamsmith.house.gov/news/press-releases/rep-smith-statement-boeing-machinists-rejection-contract | Rep. Smith Statement on Boeing Machinists Rejection of Contract | 2024-10-24 | 2024 | 2024-10 | Democrat | House | WA | Adam Smith | S000510 | adamsmith.house.gov | adamsmith | https://adamsmith.house.gov/news/press-releases | scraper | I am disappointed that Boeing Machinists and the company could not come to an agreement after yesterday's vote on the latest contract offer. Union members deserve fair wages, safe working conditions, and a voice within their company. I hope both parties return to the table promptly, especially after yesterday's report of a $6 billion loss in the fiscal third quarter. This failure has a profound effect on our nation's aerospace industry, and until negotiations can be successful, there will continue to be serious economic repercussions. Boeing's success depends on its dedicated workforce, many of whom have been loyal to the company for decades. A resolution to the Machinists' strike will restore a critical sector of our district's livelihood, and I hope they can work together to reach an agreement. ### | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T21:57:20Z |
| https://jayapal.house.gov/2024/10/23/jayapal-statement-on-machinists-vote/ | Jayapal Statement on Machinists Vote | 2024-10-23 | 2024 | 2024-10 | Democrat | House | WA | Pramila Jayapal | J000298 | jayapal.house.gov | jayapal | https://jayapal.house.gov/category/press-releases/ | scraper | SEATTLE, WA – U.S. Congresswoman Pramila Jayapal (WA-07) released the following statement after the International Association of Machinists and Aerospace Workers (IAM) voted against Boeing’s recent contract offer. “While the recent tentative agreement from Boeing made important strides forward, it is clear from today’s vote that Boeing’s offer did not reach the demands of striking Machinists. Workers are recovering from years without pay increases, the decimation of their defined benefit pension plans, and a previous management who did not respect them or even the quality of work. Today’s vote makes it clear that Boeing still has more work to do to earn the trust of workers and to put more on the table for a fair contract. “I have been proud to stand with the Machinists throughout this strike. Every worker deserves fair pay, good benefits, and a safe workplace. I hope to see both parties come back to the table to negotiate a deal that is acceptable to the union, because at the end of the day there is no Boeing without the IAM.” Jayapal has supported IAM Machinists throughout the strike, joining them on the picket line and rallying with them. She also sent a letter urging all parties to return to the bargaining table to reach a fair contract. | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T21:57:20Z |
| https://larsen.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=2928 | Larsen and Kuster Introduce Bill to Enhance Federal Response to Close Substance Use Care Gap and Save Lives | 2024-10-23 | 2024 | 2024-10 | Democrat | House | WA | Rick Larsen | L000560 | larsen.house.gov | larsen | https://larsen.house.gov/news/documentquery.aspx | scraper | WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, Reps. Rick Larsen (WA-02) and Annie Kuster (NH-02) introduced the Closing the Substance Use Care Gap Act to expand access to lifesaving, community-based harm reduction initiatives and services and enhance the federal response to the opioid and fentanyl epidemic. “The opioid crisis is devastating Northwest Washington. This bill helps close the gap between members of our community who want treatment for substance use disorder and those who actually receive it,” said Larsen. “Congress must stay focused on breaking down barriers to effective community-based solutions that meet people where they are, prevent overdoses and save lives.” “At a time when overdose deaths are finally falling in New Hampshire and across the country, it’s essential we keep our foot on the gas pedal and use every tool at our disposal to help save lives,” said Kuster. “I’m pleased to help introduce legislation that bolsters access to community-based harm reduction services, overdose reversal medications, and medication-assisted treatments so that we connect more communities with the treatment and recovery services they need to heal and recover.” What Does the Bill Do? The Closing the Substance Use Care Gap Act would provide community-based organizations with more resources to administer life-saving harm reduction programs and services to people struggling with substance use. The bill would provide grant funding to support low-barrier health care options like naloxone (an overdose reversal medication), fentanyl test strips and low-threshold buprenorphine initiation to treat addiction. It would also provide funding to organizations to establish procedures and mechanisms for connecting individuals with evidence-based treatment and recovery support services. The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) identifies harm reduction as a key pillar of its Overdose Prevention Strategy, and the White House National Drug Control Strategy argues harm reduction is vital for providing resources to people at the highest… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T21:57:20Z |
| https://schrier.house.gov/media/press-releases/congresswoman-schrier-recognized-washington-retail-crime-fighter-national | Congresswoman Schrier Recognized as Washington Retail Crime Fighter by the National Retail Federation | 2024-10-23 | 2024 | 2024-10 | Democrat | House | WA | Kim Schrier | S001216 | schrier.house.gov | schrier | https://schrier.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | ISSAQUAH, WA – Organized retail crime has become increasingly prevalent across the United States, threatening local businesses and jobs, putting employees and customers at risk, and fueling transnational criminal organizations’ illicit activities, including human, drug, and weapons trafficking. To address this issue, Congresswoman Schrier has co-sponsored the Combating Organized Retail Crime Act, a bipartisan, bicameral bill that takes steps to crack down on organized retail crime. For these efforts, Congresswoman Schrier is being recognized by the National Retail Federation as Washington's Retail Crime Fighter. This bill cracks down on organized retail crime by establishing a Coordination Center located within the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), combining expertise from federal, state, and local law enforcement agencies along with the private sector to create a national strategy to curb organized retail crime including increased penalties. It is estimated that organized retail crime costs the US nearly $70 billion annually, robbing retailers of $720,000 for every $1 billion in sales. Recognizing this is a commonly and increasingly heard issue in the Eighth District with law enforcement and retailers, Rep. Schrier reached out to key stakeholders in the district and got detailed feedback from stakeholders that she then brought back to Congress to help shape this bill. “I’ve heard from law enforcement, local businesses, and constituents throughout the Eighth District who are concerned about the rise and impact of organized retail crime,'' said Congresswoman Kim Schrier. “This is a serious issue - not only does organized retail crime harm local businesses and threaten our public safety, but the money stolen in these crimes helps to fund other illegal activities that further increase crime in our communities. I’ve proudly worked alongside local law enforcement to combat this issue by securing federal funds to make sure our officers are well-equipped and by pushing legislation like the Combating Organized Re… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T21:57:20Z |
| https://newhouse.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/newhouse-introduces-bill-reform-telework-locality-pay-federal-employees | Newhouse Introduces Bill To Reform Telework Locality Pay for Federal Employees | 2024-10-20 | 2024 | 2024-10 | Republican | House | WA | Dan Newhouse | N000189 | newhouse.house.gov | newhouse | https://newhouse.house.gov/media-center/press-releases | scraper | This week, Rep. Dan Newhouse (WA-04) introduced The Federal Employee Return to Work Act to crack down on wasteful government spending and incentivize federal employees to return to in-person work. Federal employees who telework from home currently receive annual locality bonuses despite not being required to physically attend their offices located in a high-cost-of-living area. This bill is the House companion to U.S. Senator Bill Cassidy of Louisiana’s bill. “The federal government pays for massive offices for agency employees in Washington, D.C. and we now know that 17 of the 24 federal agencies are using less than a quarter of their space because of work from home employees,” said Rep. Newhouse. Newhouse continued, “If agencies wish to allow their employees to work from home, that is within their right to do so. But if they do, then the government should not be paying locality bonuses to those employees and they should be treated like any other work from home federal employee that doesn’t receive such a bonus. Taxpayers pay for federal buildings and salaries; it is time to stop wasting their money on empty buildings and unneeded work from home bonuses.” U.S. Senator Bill Cassidy (R-LA) said, “Federal employees get paid extra to work in higher-cost cities. But what if they don’t show up to work? Why should they get paid?” said Dr. Cassidy. “If you don’t show up for work, you don’t get paid at the same rate just for teleworking.” The U.S. Government Accountability Office (GAO) found that 17 of the 24 federal agencies were using 25% or less of their headquarters building’s capacity at the beginning of 2023. GAO identified six agencies that were on average 91% vacant while their employees still received a 16.44% locality bonus compared to the rest of the country, regardless of their in-office attendance. These agencies included the Social Security Administration, the Small Business Administration, and the Department of Housing and Urban Development. The bill excludes certain federal employees who telework at… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T21:57:20Z |
| https://adamsmith.house.gov/news/press-releases/rep-smith-statement-death-hamas-leader-yahya-sinwar | Rep. Smith Statement on Death of Hamas Leader Yahya Sinwar | 2024-10-18 | 2024 | 2024-10 | Democrat | House | WA | Adam Smith | S000510 | adamsmith.house.gov | adamsmith | https://adamsmith.house.gov/news/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON, D.C. – Rep. Smith released the following statement: “Yesterday, the Israeli Defense Force killed Hamas leader Yahya Sinwar. His death has been confirmed by DNA tests. “Sinwar played a central role in the brutal October 7th massacre in Israel that killed more than 1,200 men, women, and children -- including 46 Americans -- and kidnapped hundreds more. Many hostages remain in captivity, including several Americans. “The challenge that now faces Israel is how to move from this moment to finally achieve a ceasefire, a return of the hostages, and deliver necessary aid to the people of Gaza to end the humanitarian crisis. There is a new opportunity to end Hamas’ grip on the Palestinian people of Gaza and a chance for Israel and civilians in Gaza to establish a lasting, secure peace in the region. A ceasefire agreement must be achieved.” | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T21:57:20Z |
| https://jayapal.house.gov/2024/10/18/jayapal-commends-tps-protections-for-lebanese-nationals-currently-in-the-united-states/ | Jayapal Commends TPS Protections for Lebanese Nationals Currently in the United States | 2024-10-18 | 2024 | 2024-10 | Democrat | House | WA | Pramila Jayapal | J000298 | jayapal.house.gov | jayapal | https://jayapal.house.gov/category/press-releases/ | scraper | WASHINGTON — U.S. Representative Pramila Jayapal (WA-07), Ranking Member of the Immigration Integrity, Security, and Enforcement Subcommittee, released the following statement after Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas announced new actions to provide temporary immigration protections to eligible Lebanese nationals currently in the United States. “Today’s announcement is welcome news amid the dire humanitarian crisis and regional conflict facing the Lebanese people. As the situation on the ground worsens, the United States must fulfill our responsibility to provide refuge to those fleeing violence and unprecedented economic, political, and financial disasters. I thank the Biden-Harris administration for supporting Lebanese nationals in their time of need through a new Temporary Protected Status (TPS) designation, which was one of the Progressive Caucus’ key recommendations on our executive action slate. Combined with President Biden’s previous Deferred Enforced Departure (DED) designation, these measures will provide some level of peace of mind to thousands of Lebanese families.” | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T21:57:20Z |
| https://jayapal.house.gov/2024/10/17/jayapal-lee-statement-on-death-of-yahya-sinwar/ | Jayapal, Lee Statement on Death of Yahya Sinwar | 2024-10-17 | 2024 | 2024-10 | Democrat | House | WA | Pramila Jayapal | J000298 | jayapal.house.gov | jayapal | https://jayapal.house.gov/category/press-releases/ | scraper | WASHINGTON —U.S. Representatives Barbara Lee (CA-12) and Pramila Jayapal (WA-07) released the following statement regarding the death of terrorist Yahya Sinwar: “Yahya Sinwar was the leader of Hamas who planned the brutal October 7 terrorist attack. His death should provide new opportunities to work towards peace in the Middle East. As we have maintained from the very beginning of this war, a ceasefire and hostage deal is key to resolving this conflict. Both sides should use this opportunity to agree to President Biden’s proposal for a ceasefire, and immediately reunite surviving hostages with their families. “History shows that the death of a terrorist leader does not necessarily mean the end of violence – it will only lead to peace and security if the strategy includes smart, principled, and tough diplomacy.” | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T21:57:20Z |
| https://adamsmith.house.gov/news/press-releases/rep-smith-sends-letter-urging-contract-negotiations-between-boeing-and | Rep. Smith Sends Letter Urging Contract Negotiations Between Boeing and International Association of Machinists and Aerospace Workers | 2024-10-16 | 2024 | 2024-10 | Democrat | House | WA | Adam Smith | S000510 | adamsmith.house.gov | adamsmith | https://adamsmith.house.gov/news/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON, D.C. - Yesterday, Representative Adam Smith (D-Wash), alongside Representative Rick Larsen (D-Wash), Senator Maria Cantwell (D-Wash), and Senator Patty Murray (D-Wash), sent a letter to Boeing President and CEO Kelly Ortberg, IAM District W24 President Brandon Bryant, and IAM District 751 President Joe Holden urging further contract negotiations between their organizations. See the full letter below. Dear Mr. Ortberg, Mr. Holden, and Mr. Bryant: We are writing about the contract negotiations between the Boeing Company and the International Association of Machinists and Aerospace Workers (1AM) Districts 751 and W24. With the machinist strike now lasting well over a month, and with no further talks currently scheduled, we urge you to redouble your efforts to reach a mutually beneficial resolution. With over 42,000 single-aisle and wide body commercial aircraft projected to be manufactured over the next twenty years, valued at $8 trillion, now is the time to rebuild the historic partnership between management and workers in order to restore Boeing's reputation for engineering and manufacturing excellence. This will require investing in next generation manufacturing techniques, innovative new materials, and providing workers with wages and benefits that acknowledge the essential and irreplaceable work they perform for the Company. 1AM 751 and W24 represent a vital workforce in the Pacific Northwest and for nearly a century have made it possible for Boeing to produce aircraft that fly millions of passengers each day, connecting communities and economies around the world. With these contributions in mind, we hope you will expeditiously work out a fair and durable deal that recognizes the importance of the machinist workforce to Boeing's future, the aerospace economy of the Pacific Northwest, and the nation. Thank you for your attention to this matter, we look forward to your timely response. A full copy of the letter can be found at the link above. | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T21:57:20Z |
| https://adamsmith.house.gov/news/press-releases/rep-smith-letter-urging-further-west-bank-sanctions | Rep. Smith Letter Urging Further West Bank Sanctions | 2024-10-15 | 2024 | 2024-10 | Democrat | House | WA | Adam Smith | S000510 | adamsmith.house.gov | adamsmith | https://adamsmith.house.gov/news/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON, D.C. - Last week, Representative Adam Smith (D-Wash) sent a letter to President Joe Biden urging the United States to impose sanctions on individuals and entities destabilizing the Middle East. See the full letter below. Dear President Biden, I write to express my deep concern over escalating violence in the West Bank and the continued expansion of Israeli settlements. In order to bring us closer to a path to peace in the region and the ultimate goal of a two-state solution, I urge you to impose further sanctions on individuals and entities destabilizing the West Bank. The only way out of the vicious cycle of regional conflict is by forming a coalition with the U.S., Israel, Saudi Arabia, U.A.E., Jordan, Qatar, and other Arab states as a deterrence to Iran. This coalition will never form without a future for the Palestinian people. While I understand Israel’s motivations to respond to the threat from Iran and their proxies in the region, I am adamantly opposed to Israel’s approach to the West Bank. Israel’s actions in the West Bank threaten peace and stability in the region and have no support under international law. Prime Minister Netanyahu, Finance Minister Smotrich, and National Security Minister Ben-Gvir have promoted rapid Israeli settlement expansion, including retroactive legalization of outposts, and tacitly have enabled settler violence. I support your issuance and implementation of Executive Order (E.O.) 14115, which imposes sanctions on individuals and entities undermining peace, security, and stability in the West Bank.1 Your administration has rightly used this Executive Order to crack down on some of the worst perpetrators of violence, both Israeli and Palestinian, including Palestinian terrorist group Lions’ Den. I urge your administration to more forcefully leverage E.O. 14115, especially regarding entities such as Amana, in order to discourage Israeli settlement expansion and settler violence. Amana has provided critical support for the settlement movement for decades and is r… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T21:57:20Z |
| https://adamsmith.house.gov/news/press-releases/rep-smith-releases-statement-regarding-boeing-layoffs | Rep. Smith Releases Statement Regarding Boeing Layoffs | 2024-10-13 | 2024 | 2024-10 | Democrat | House | WA | Adam Smith | S000510 | adamsmith.house.gov | adamsmith | https://adamsmith.house.gov/news/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, Rep. Smith releases a statement regarding Boeing’s employee layoff announcement. "I am disappointed by Boeing’s decision to lay off 10 percent of its 170,000-employee workforce over the coming months. This is a hard day for Boeing employees across the world and many of whom reside in King County, Washington. My heart is with those employees and their families who will find themselves out of work. "Employees are being forced to absorb the consequences of poor corporate management and oversight. In recent years, the company has prioritized profits and stakeholders over the integrity of their product and the well-being of their employees. This strategy is clearly not working. From production delays, faulty parts, stranded astronauts, ongoing litigation, and investigations, Boeing has struggled to produce high quality products. "This failure has a rippling impact on the nation and the strength of American aerospace. Boeing is a giant legacy aerospace company and the way that they do business impacts not only folks in King County, but also people across the world. Our transportation sector and our national defense rely on the strength of Boeing, but any company is only as strong as its workforce. "Boeing’s success relies on its dedicated employees, and investing in them is essential for long-term recovery. Boeing employees have put up with a lot for a long time, from cut pensions to insufficient wage increases. Now more than ever, a fair resolution to the machinists’ strike is essential to restore trust and show commitment to those who drive Boeing’s future. I sincerely hope that the parties reach an agreement that respects all employees and ensures the strength of the company as a whole." ### | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T21:57:20Z |
| https://jayapal.house.gov/2024/10/11/jayapal-statement-on-doj-effort-to-rein-in-google/ | Jayapal Statement on DOJ Effort to Rein in Google | 2024-10-11 | 2024 | 2024-10 | Democrat | House | WA | Pramila Jayapal | J000298 | jayapal.house.gov | jayapal | https://jayapal.house.gov/category/press-releases/ | scraper | SEATTLE, WA – U.S. Representative Pramila Jayapal (WA-07) released the following statement following the Department of Justice’s (DOJ) filing of proposed remedies, including a potential breakup of the company to address their monopolistic practices: “I applaud the Biden-Harris Administration and DOJ for its robust efforts to enforce our antitrust laws. DOJ proved in court that Google is a monopoly that uses its power to enrich shareholders while making products worse for consumers and small businesses. “DOJ’s comprehensive remedy framework — including potential structural separation — to address Google’s search monopoly is an important and necessary development. “During the House Judiciary Committee’s 16-month investigation of Big Tech corporations in the 116th Congress, we reviewed nearly 1.3 million documents, consulted with 60 experts, held 10 hearings, and interviewed over 240 market participants, as well as former employees of the investigated platforms, and other individuals. We saw Big Tech monopolies like Google use their market dominance to pick winning and losing businesses, further entrench their own power, set arbitrary rules, and break them as they saw fit to crush competitors and continue to dominate the market. “Aggressive action to rein in monopolies, like the remedies proposed by DOJ, is essential if we are to protect consumers, promote innovation, and ensure a competitive economy.” The DOJ filed a proposed remedy framework on October 8 outlining several potential options to limit Google’s monopoly power. | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T21:57:20Z |
| https://adamsmith.house.gov/news/press-releases/rep-smith-calls-stability-and-de-escalation-tensions-middle-east | Rep. Smith calls for stability and de-escalation of tensions in Middle East | 2024-10-10 | 2024 | 2024-10 | Democrat | House | WA | Adam Smith | S000510 | adamsmith.house.gov | adamsmith | https://adamsmith.house.gov/news/press-releases | scraper | The continued conflict in Gaza, the conflict between Israel and Hezbollah, the ongoing proxy war with Iran, the fight with the Houthis, the fight with Iranian proxies in Syria — all of these conflicts are devastating to the civilian population and continue to place significant numbers of civilians at risk across Gaza, the West Bank, Israel, Lebanon, Yemen, and elsewhere. Each of these conflicts runs the risk of massive escalation. The international community needs to recognize that Iran remains the main driver of this conflict. They have backed Hezbollah, the Houthis, Hamas, and other Shia militias in Iraq and Syria for years. Israel is threatened by these extremist proxy groups that continually try to exterminate their country, some of whom explicitly have as their motto “death to the U.S., death to Israel, a curse upon the Jews.” This rhetoric and their attempts to destroy Israel through missiles or terrorist attacks is abominable. Israel has a right to defend itself against these existential threats. However, even as we understand Israel’s motivations to fight back against these extremist groups, the risk of escalation and the cost to the civilian population puts Israel and others in the region at even greater risk. The only way out of this regional conflict is to have a coalition of the U.S., Israel, Saudi Arabia, U.A.E., Jordan, Qatar, and other Arab states as a deterrence to Iran. That will never happen if there isn’t a future for the Palestinian people. While I understand Israel’s response to the threat from Iran and all of their proxies, I am adamantly opposed to Israel’s approach to the West Bank. It is unacceptable for Israel to continue to press claims into the West Bank that have no support in international law. It is also completely unacceptable for Israel to not have a plan for a post-Hamas future for Palestinians in Gaza. Peace will never be achieved unless there is a future for the Palestinian people. Ceasefire negotiations have never been more important. I support the Biden Administration’s co… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T21:57:20Z |
| https://delbene.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=3977 | Life-saving Medicare Advantage Prior Authorization Bill Reaches Critical Milestone in House | 2024-10-09 | 2024 | 2024-10 | Democrat | House | WA | Suzan K. DelBene | D000617 | delbene.house.gov | delbene | https://delbene.house.gov/news/documentquery.aspx?DocumentTypeID=27 | scraper | Today, U.S. Representatives Suzan DelBene (WA-01), Mike Kelly (PA-16), Ami Bera, M.D. (CA-06), and Larry Bucshon, M.D. (IN-08) released the following statement after securing the support of a bipartisan majority for the Improving Seniors’ Timely Access to Care Act (H.R. 8702) with over 218 cosponsors in the U.S. House of Representatives. The legislation would improve care for seniors by streamlining and standardizing the way Medicare Advantage (MA) plans use prior authorization and increasing oversight and transparency. “With over 33 million Americans enrolled in Medicare Advantage, modernization of the prior authorization process is long overdue. Lawmakers on both sides of the aisle, hundreds of health care organizations, and Americans from all corners of the country agree – streamlining this process will allow our Nation’s seniors to receive the care they are entitled to more efficiently. As champions of this legislation, we are grateful to our bipartisan majority of House colleagues for their support and look forward to working with them to get this critical bill signed into law.” BACKGROUND Prior authorization is a tool used by health plans to reduce unnecessary care by requiring health care providers to get pre-approval for medical services. However, the current system often results in unconfirmed faxes of a patient’s medical information or phone calls by clinicians which take precious time away from delivering quality and timely care. Prior authorization continues to be the number one administrative burden identified by health care providers, and three out of four Medicare Advantage enrollees are subject to unnecessary delays due to prior authorization. In recent years, the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) raised concerns after an audit revealed that Medicare Advantage plans ultimately approved 75% of requests that were originally denied. More recently, HHS released a report finding that MA plans incorrectly denied beneficiaries’ access to services even though they met Medicare coverage… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T21:57:20Z |
| https://jayapal.house.gov/2024/10/08/jayapal-statement-on-lack-of-accountability-for-killing-of-aysenur-ezgi-eygi/ | Jayapal Statement on Lack of Accountability for Killing of Aysenur Ezgi Eygi | 2024-10-08 | 2024 | 2024-10 | Democrat | House | WA | Pramila Jayapal | J000298 | jayapal.house.gov | jayapal | https://jayapal.house.gov/category/press-releases/ | scraper | SEATTLE, WA — U.S. Representative Pramila Jayapal (WA-07) released the following statement more than a month after the killing of U.S. citizen Aysenur Ezgi Eygi in the West Bank: “It has been 32 days since Aysenur Ezgi Eygi was killed in the West Bank, and we have seen no movement toward an independent investigation by the U.S. government and no additional information on changes in the practices of the Israel Defense Forces (IDF) units that are using live ammunition on those who are peacefully protesting. “I have had numerous briefings with State Department officials, and I have been in close touch with Eygi’s family, as her father is my constituent. I am frankly appalled with the lack of movement on this case. I have received no information that gives me any assurance that the killing of a U.S. citizen by the IDF is being treated with the urgency it deserves. Secretary Blinken called the killing of Eygi ‘unprovoked and unjustified’, and the Israeli government has acknowledged that it is ‘highly likely’ that Eygi was killed by the IDF. The Washington Post conducted its own investigation into Eygi’s killing, based on eyewitness accounts. That report directly challenged the Israeli government’s account of what happened. “As Senator Murray and I detailed in our letter, this is not the first time Israeli forces have killed U.S. citizens. We are seeing history repeat itself in a dangerous and unacceptable way. In 2003, Rachel Corrie, a U.S. citizen from Washington State was killed in Gaza, and despite more than 70 Members of Congress calling for an independent investigation, no such action was taken. Just this year, three U.S. citizens have been killed in the West Bank. U.S. citizens must be safe abroad and if they are killed, our government must act. It is that simple. “The U.S. is the largest backer of military assistance to Israel. If the Israeli government is unwilling or unable to follow our own domestic laws as well as international humanitarian laws, we must demand accountability by stopping certain offensi… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T21:57:20Z |
| https://strickland.house.gov/2024/10/08/strickland-to-honor-local-vietnam-war-veterans/ | Strickland To Honor Local Vietnam War Veterans | 2024-10-08 | 2024 | 2024-10 | Democrat | House | WA | Marilyn Strickland | S001159 | strickland.house.gov | strickland | https://strickland.house.gov/category/press_release/ | scraper | Lakewood, Washington – On Thursday, November 7th, 2024, Congresswoman Marilyn Strickland (WA-10) will host her annual Vietnam War era Veterans Pinning Ceremony to honor local veterans. Strickland will recognize the service of each veteran or their surviving family member, and present honorees with a ceremonial lapel pin as a symbol of our gratitude. “The South Sound is home to one of the largest veteran populations across the nation, and these men and women deserve the utmost respect, gratitude, and recognition,” said Strickland. “It is an honor to recognize our Vietnam War veterans and their families and to continue this tradition.” The pinning ceremony, in partnership with the U.S. Vietnam Veterans Pin Commission, is part of an ongoing national effort to honor all Vietnam War period veterans who served from November 1, 1955, to May 15, 1975. If you or someone you know would like to be honored, please visit Strickland’s website here for more Information. U.S. Representative Marilyn Strickland serves on the House Armed Services Committee and the House Transportation and Infrastructure Committee. She is whip for the Congressional Black Caucus, a member of the New Democrat Coalition, and one of the first Korean-American women elected to Congress. ### | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T21:57:20Z |
| https://adamsmith.house.gov/news/press-releases/statement-rep-adam-smith-one-year-anniversary-october-7-attack | Statement from Rep. Adam Smith on the one-year anniversary of the October 7 attack | 2024-10-07 | 2024 | 2024-10 | Democrat | House | WA | Adam Smith | S000510 | adamsmith.house.gov | adamsmith | https://adamsmith.house.gov/news/press-releases | scraper | Today, Representative Smith released a statement on the one-year anniversary of the October 7 attack, reiterating the importance of a ceasefire and a return of the hostages. “Today marks the one-year anniversary of the horrific attack on Israel by Hamas. On October 7, 2023, over 1,200 men, women, and children were brutally murdered, including 46 U.S. citizens, and hundreds more were taken hostage. My thoughts are with the victims of this staggering act of terrorist violence, as well as their loved ones and survivors. "As I have said before, I vehemently condemn that attack, and Israel has a right and a duty to ensure Hamas is never able to commit such an atrocity again. Israel also has a right to defend against hostilities from Iran, Hezbollah, and other threats. I support the U.S.’s financial and military commitment to Israel's security. Attacks on Israel from regional actors have significantly increased, threatening civilians across the Middle East and in Israel. We must continue to assist Israel in their defense against these existential threats. | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T21:57:20Z |
| https://delbene.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=3974 | DelBene Statement on Anniversary of Hamas Terrorist Attack | 2024-10-07 | 2024 | 2024-10 | Democrat | House | WA | Suzan K. DelBene | D000617 | delbene.house.gov | delbene | https://delbene.house.gov/news/documentquery.aspx?DocumentTypeID=27 | scraper | Today, Congresswoman Suzan DelBene (WA-01) issued the following statement on the first anniversary of Hamas’ terrorist attack in Israel: “A year ago, Hamas brutally attacked Israel, murdering nearly 1,200 innocent people and taking over 250 hostages, including American citizens. I remain committed to Israel’s right to defend itself in accordance with international law and bringing home the remaining hostages as soon as possible. | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T21:57:20Z |
| https://jayapal.house.gov/2024/10/07/jayapal-statement-on-one-year-since-october-7th-attack/ | Jayapal Statement on One Year Since October 7th Attack | 2024-10-07 | 2024 | 2024-10 | Democrat | House | WA | Pramila Jayapal | J000298 | jayapal.house.gov | jayapal | https://jayapal.house.gov/category/press-releases/ | scraper | SEATTLE, WA — U.S. Representative Pramila Jayapal released the following statement regarding one year since the October 7th attack: “One year ago today, Hamas committed a horrific terrorist attack on Israel that brutally killed nearly 1,200 people, wounded more than 5,000, and took 251 individuals hostage — many of them children. I strongly condemned Hamas for the attack and called immediately for a return of all hostages. “In the year since October 7, 2023, hundreds of hostage families have watched, waited and advocated for the return of their loved ones; hoping and praying every day for the good news that they would see their loved ones released and returned home. Far too few have gotten that news, and far too many have seen their loved ones killed, leaving behind crushed hopes, devastated families, and deep, lasting pain and emptiness. “I’ve made it a priority to meet with many of the hostage families, including in my own district, and to hear their stories and bear witness to their grief. As a parent, I have wept with those parents who braved the unbearable pain of not knowing what had happened to their children to summon the resilience, courage and determination to come and advocate to Congress that the US government do all it could to bring them home. “Here at home and across the country, our Jewish community has also been overtaken by grief, fear and trauma. Hate crimes against Jewish Americans have surged, including in the most sacred of places: synagogues and other places of worship. Antisemitic tropes have re-emerged, reminding us that the absolute necessity of eradicating antisemitism—indeed, all forms of hate and discrimination—is painstaking and requires constant education and re-education of all of our communities. Every American of every political stripe must be a part of this. There is no protection for any of us unless we fight for all of us. As Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. said: An injustice against one is an injustice against all. “I have always believed in achieving peace through diplomatic… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T21:57:20Z |
| https://newhouse.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/newhouse-introduces-bill-protecting-small-and-rural-post-offices-amid | Newhouse Introduces Bill Protecting Small and Rural Post Offices Amid Increasing Public Concern | 2024-10-04 | 2024 | 2024-10 | Republican | House | WA | Dan Newhouse | N000189 | newhouse.house.gov | newhouse | https://newhouse.house.gov/media-center/press-releases | scraper | Today, Rep. Dan Newhouse (WA-04) introduced the Upholding USPS Delivery Standards and Election Integrity Act in the United States House of Representatives amid heightened public concern over changes to local mail facility processes. “I have consistently been hearing serious concerns regarding the impact of new USPS mail facility reviews slowing delivery times and potentially impacting election operations here in the state,” said Rep. Newhouse. Newhouse continued, “This bill codifies a guarantee that the USPS cannot conduct mail center reviews during an election year. We don’t want to see these reviews lead to a potential change in operations that could interrupt the ballot collection box delivery processes amid an election. I also included a provision to prevent the USPS from closing small and rural post offices. This steers us clear of situations where mail is forced out to more metropolitan areas, slowing down delivery, and protects offices like Wenatchee and Yakima that have experienced such an attempt by the USPS.” The bill requires three actions to occur: 1) The USPS may not consolidate or close small rural and other small post offices. 2) The USPS may not perform a mail processing facility review or implement changes pursuant to a mail processing facility review during an election year. 3) The USPS Office of Inspector General must conduct an audit of all collection box removal processes and submit a report to Congress. The bill outlines seven Congressional Findings and are summarized below: 1) The mandate of the USPS, as outlined in 39 U.S.C. 101, is described. 2) In 2021, the USPS announces the Delivering For America plan and their use of Mail Processing Facility Reviews, which have the potential to impact delivery standards and ballot collection processes across the Nation. 3) Thousands of concerned American citizens and representatives voice opinions against these reviews to the Postmaster General demanding answers to these legitimate concerns. 4) The Postal Regulatory Commission and the USPS … | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T21:57:20Z |
| https://strickland.house.gov/2024/10/04/congresswomen-strickland-escobar-and-jacobs-introduce-the-access-to-contraception-for-servicemembers-and-dependents-act-of-2024/ | Congresswomen Strickland, Escobar, and Jacobs Introduce the Access to Contraception for Servicemembers and Dependents Act of 2024 | 2024-10-04 | 2024 | 2024-10 | Democrat | House | WA | Marilyn Strickland | S001159 | strickland.house.gov | strickland | https://strickland.house.gov/category/press_release/ | scraper | Washington, DC – Congresswoman Marilyn Strickland (WA-10), Congresswoman Veronica Escobar (TX-16), and Congresswoman Sara Jacobs (CA-51) introduced the Access to Contraception for Servicemembers and Dependents Act of 2024. The Senate companion has been introduced by Senator Jeanne Shaheen. Studies have shown that servicemembers face unique challenges accessing contraception and family planning counseling, especially when deployed. With that in mind, the Access to Contraception for Servicemembers and Dependents Act of 2024: Requires that all people enrolled in TRICARE have coverage of contraceptives without cost-sharing, the same as civilians; Requires the Department of Defense to develop a comprehensive family planning education program for all servicemembers, ensuring that military families have the information necessary to make informed decisions; and Guarantees access to emergency contraception for survivors of sexual assault upon their request. Permanently alleviating these challenges is particularly important at a time when our military continues to confront recruitment and retention challenges. “Answering the call to serve often means making a great number of sacrifices for your country, and being able to start a family should not be one of them,” said Congresswoman Marilyn Strickland (WA-10). “All Americans deserve access to contraceptives.” “The Department of Defense provides health care to nearly 1.62 million women of reproductive age, but many military dependents face co-pays on birth control when their civilian counterparts don’t,” Congresswoman Escobar said. “No military family should have fewer rights than those they serve to protect. That’s why I’m proud to join my colleagues, Sara Jacobs and Marilyn Strickland, in introducing a long overdue, commonsense piece of legislation to ensure military families have access to the care they need.” Rep. Sara Jacobs said: “Given all that we ask from our service members and their families, it’s absolutely shameful that they can be forced to pay more than… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T21:57:20Z |
| https://jayapal.house.gov/2024/10/03/jayapal-statement-on-machinists-strike/ | Jayapal Statement on Machinists Strike | 2024-10-03 | 2024 | 2024-10 | Democrat | House | WA | Pramila Jayapal | J000298 | jayapal.house.gov | jayapal | https://jayapal.house.gov/category/press-releases/ | scraper | Photographs of the Congresswoman at the picket line can be downloaded here. SEATTLE, WA — U.S. Representative Pramila Jayapal (WA-07) released the following statement after joining striking Boeing members of the International Association of Machinists and Aerospace Workers (IAM) Union District 751 on the picket line: “I was honored to join IAM 751 Machinists on the picket line and support their strike for increased wages, benefits, and pensions. This strike of 33,000 machinist workers is a remarkable showing of the power unionized workers hold when they organize. “We have seen in dramatic fashion this year how Boeing has increased pay outs for shareholders and CEOs while workers express concerns over safety. Boeing’s latest offer to workers doesn’t meet the requested raises by the machinists who build their planes, even as their CEO was compensated more than $32 million in 2023. “I hope to see Boeing and the machinists come back to the table to work in good faith to address the issues of fair wages and pensions.” In September, the machinists rejected a contract that did not meet their demands for pay raises of 40 percent over three years and the return to traditional pensions that had been replaced by 401(k) retirement accounts. | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T21:57:20Z |
| https://larsen.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=2926 | Larsen Introduces Bill to Improve and Expand AI Education for U.S. Servicemembers | 2024-10-03 | 2024 | 2024-10 | Democrat | House | WA | Rick Larsen | L000560 | larsen.house.gov | larsen | https://larsen.house.gov/news/documentquery.aspx | scraper | WASHINGTON, D.C. – This week, Rep. Rick Larsen (WA-02) introduced the Next Generation Military Education Act to improve and expand artificial intelligence (AI) education for U.S. servicemembers. “Artificial intelligence is no longer the future – it is the here and now,” said Larsen, who previously served on the Armed Services Committee for 22 years. “The Next Generation Military Education Act ensures servicemembers get the critical tools they need to meet today’s global challenges while developing in-demand skills and knowledge to master AI.” Larsen a Champion of AI Education for Servicemembers The Next Generation Military Education Act builds on Larsen’s work to develop an AI education strategy for servicemembers. In 2019, Larsen successfully included a provision in the FY20 National Defense Authorization Act that required the Department of Defense (DoD) to develop an AI education strategy. Larsen’s provision also required the underlying curriculum to include ethical issues, bias, and potential strengths and weaknesses of AI. What Does the Next Generation Military Education Act Do? Specifically, the Next Generation Military Education Act requires: · The DoD’s Chief Digital and Artificial Intelligence Officer to provide an online AI education course; · All military branches to participate in “Digital On-Demand,” the DoD’s initiative to accelerate AI knowledge; and · The DoD to add an AI risks and threats section to its annual mandatory cybersecurity training. To read the Next Generation Military Education Act, click here. ### | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T21:57:20Z |
| https://schrier.house.gov/media/press-releases/congresswoman-schrier-engages-veterans-suicide-prevention-think-tank-alongside | Congresswoman Schrier Engages in Veterans Suicide Prevention Think Tank alongside Federal, State, and Local Leaders | 2024-10-03 | 2024 | 2024-10 | Democrat | House | WA | Kim Schrier | S001216 | schrier.house.gov | schrier | https://schrier.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | Pierce County— Congresswoman Kim Schrier (WA-08) participated in a Veterans Suicide Prevention Think Tank hosted by the Washington Department of Veterans Affairs (WDVA) and the VA Puget Sound Health Care System. The goal of the 2nd annual Suicide Prevention Think Tank was to identify collective actions that can be taken by all participants to address Veteran suicide, showcase best practices that are making a difference, help remove obstacles by using the expertise and resources across the participating organizations, and identify the next best steps we can take together. “In the last few years two Veterans in crisis have been in officer-involved shootings in Central Washington. Just this summer a Veteran in my district died by suicide, and we know many others are suffering,” said Congresswoman Schrier. “These tragedies, all within the last several years, underscore the immediate need to take action to support Veterans and prevent Veteran suicide. This 2nd annual Suicide Prevention Think Tank is a chance to identify concrete actions we can take.” At the Think Tank, Congresswoman Schrier had the chance to discuss collective opportunities to address Veteran suicide and the stressors that contribute to mental health crises among Veterans. Participants included Veterans Benefits Administration, Washington Department of Health, Washington National Guard, Seattle Seahawks, University of Washington, Madigan Army Medical Center, Joint Base Lewis-McChord, American Legion, NineLine Veteran Services, and Washington Cohen Veterans Network leadership along with other nonprofits and elected officials. Enduring chronic pain is a big risk factor for suicide. Stressful life events like transitioning from active duty, divorce, job loss, substance use, financial struggles, or housing troubles can also be risk factors for suicide. Among Veterans, these challenges can be compounded by stigma around sharing their problems with others and seeking help. Nationwide, in 2021, there were 6,392 Veteran suicides, 114 more Veteran suicides… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T21:57:20Z |
| https://adamsmith.house.gov/news/press-releases/rep-smith-statement-iran-attack-israel | Rep. Smith Statement on Iran Attack on Israel | 2024-10-01 | 2024 | 2024-10 | Democrat | House | WA | Adam Smith | S000510 | adamsmith.house.gov | adamsmith | https://adamsmith.house.gov/news/press-releases | scraper | I strongly condemn Iran’s ballistic missile attacks against Israel. It's imperative that Iran halts these actions immediately. The U.S. remains committed to Israel's security and will continue to assist them in their defense. Iran has continued to be a destabilizing influence in the Middle East, supporting terrorist organizations in a half dozen countries. We must continue to stand up against Iran's malign influence in the region and support Israel in its efforts to defend against its attacks. The U.S. also remains committed to working with all partners in the region to try to reduce hostilities and ultimately get to a ceasefire. | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T21:57:20Z |
| https://delbene.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=3971 | DelBene, Clarke Introduce Bill to Expand Smart City Tech | 2024-10-01 | 2024 | 2024-10 | Democrat | House | WA | Suzan K. DelBene | D000617 | delbene.house.gov | delbene | https://delbene.house.gov/news/documentquery.aspx?DocumentTypeID=27 | scraper | Smart technologies are revolutionizing urban living by improving community safety, mobility, and resilience against natural disasters, while also expanding communication and services. These innovations help cities cut costs, alleviate traffic congestion, reduce air pollution, and lower energy use, all while generating economic growth and expanding opportunities for communities of all sizes. With an estimated $41 trillion expected to be invested globally in smart technology over the next two decades, U.S. cities must catch up. Research shows that every dollar spent on government technology can save nearly $4. Despite these clear benefits, the U.S. is currently lagging in smart city development. Smart city technologies are already making an impact in cities across the nation, including in Redmond, where an adaptive signal is being deployed to improve traffic management. This system will detect pedestrians in crosswalks, adjust light timings for safer crossing, and modify traffic signals based on real-time volumes to reduce congestion and make our intersections safer and less stressful for roadway users. “Investing in smart city technologies is critical opportunity for our nation to maintain its position as a global leader in innovation and improve the livability of our communities,” said DelBene. “Equipping local governments with the necessary tools will allow cities to develop clean infrastructure that cuts pollution, generates good jobs, and strengthens the middle class. The Smart Cities and Communities Act is a great step forward in improving the quality of life for communities throughout America.” “We have a responsibility to the American people to improve the quality-of-life of every citizen by providing clean air, resources and tech to make our cities safer, and climate resilient communities to combat the devastating impacts of climate change,” said Clarke. “That is why I am proud to join my colleague, Congresswoman Suzan DelBene, in reintroducing the Smart Cities and Communities Act – legislation promoti… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T21:57:20Z |
| https://larsen.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=2924 | Larsen and Gluesenkamp Perez Introduce Bill to Expand Funding for Local Drug Task Forces to Combat Opioid Epidemic | 2024-10-01 | 2024 | 2024-10 | Democrat | House | WA | Rick Larsen | L000560 | larsen.house.gov | larsen | https://larsen.house.gov/news/documentquery.aspx | scraper | WASHINGTON, D.C. – Reps. Rick Larsen (WA-02) and Marie Gluesenkamp Perez (WA-03) introduced the End Fentanyl Trafficking with Local Task Forces Act to establish a dedicated federal funding stream to help multi-jurisdictional drug task forces combat opioid trafficking in Washington state and across the country. “The opioid epidemic has devastated Northwest Washington,” said Larsen, who released a district opioid report in January. “Members of local, state and Tribal law enforcement have told me they often lack the funding and resources to stem the flow of opioids and fentanyl that harm the communities they serve. This bill invests in and empowers multi-jurisdictional task forces to get more opioids and fentanyl off our streets – a critical investment that will protect Northwest Washington communities and save lives.” “We have to end the deadly flow of fentanyl into our communities before it takes more of our loved ones and neighbors from us, and we need all of the law enforcement talent possible at the table,” said Gluesenkamp Perez. “I’m introducing this legislation to dedicate federal funds to multi-jurisdictional task forces and expand partnerships and training – because when law enforcement agencies can coordinate regionally, they can more effectively fight fentanyl trafficking.” What Are Multi-Jurisdictional Drug Task Forces? In Washington state and around the country, law enforcement agencies partner across jurisdictions to form task forces that coordinate information, resources and staff to target the illegal distribution of drugs at the local and regional levels. Washington state currently has 16 active multi-jurisdictional task forces (MJTFs). For example, the Whatcom County Drug Task Force is staffed by investigative personnel from the Whatcom County Sheriff’s Office, Homeland Security Investigations and Bellingham Police Department, with support from local police departments in Blaine, Everson, Ferndale, Lynden and Sumas; the U.S. Border Patrol; the Washington State Patrol; and the Washington State… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T21:57:20Z |
| https://newhouse.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/newhouse-statement-new-administration-effort-targeting-lower-snake | Newhouse Statement on New Administration Effort Targeting the Lower Snake River Dams | 2024-10-01 | 2024 | 2024-10 | Republican | House | WA | Dan Newhouse | N000189 | newhouse.house.gov | newhouse | https://newhouse.house.gov/media-center/press-releases | scraper | Today, Rep. Dan Newhouse (WA-04) released the following statement on the United States Department of Energy’s announcement of a taxpayer funded study on replacing the Lower Snake River dams. "This administration insists they are not pursuing breaching the four Lower Snake River dams, yet just announced they are using taxpayer dollars to conduct another study looking for ways to replace the power if the dams are breached," said Rep. Newhouse. Newhouse continued, "I will be starting oversight of DOE’s Grid Development Office in the coming weeks to get to the bottom of why they are spending more taxpayer money to fund another study that ends with the same conclusion: the Lower Snake River dams provide a critical source of renewable, reliable, and affordable baseload power and strengthen economies in the Pacific Northwest." The Department of Energy’s Grid Deployment Office announced the launch of the Pacific Northwest Regional Energy Planning Project (PREPP) process that looks at what infrastructure and resources could be needed to replace the power and services provided by the four Lower Snake River Dams. The full announcement can be found here. ### | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T21:57:20Z |
| https://strickland.house.gov/2024/10/01/strickland-statement-on-iran-attacks-on-israel-eve-of-rosh-hashanah/ | Strickland Statement On Iran Attacks On Israel, Eve Of Rosh Hashanah | 2024-10-01 | 2024 | 2024-10 | Democrat | House | WA | Marilyn Strickland | S001159 | strickland.house.gov | strickland | https://strickland.house.gov/category/press_release/ | scraper | Washington, D.C.– Today, U.S. Representative Marilyn Strickland (WA-10) released the following statement on the Iran missile attacks sent to Israel. “On the eve of Rosh Hashanah, Israel is being struck with an aggressive, horrific, and direct attack from Iran. Israel has a right to defend itself against this act of terror. The United States must remain committed to supporting and protecting democracies in the region.” U.S. Representative Marilyn Strickland serves on the House Armed Services Committee and the House Transportation and Infrastructure Committee. She is whip for the Congressional Black Caucus, a member of the New Democrat Coalition, and one of the first Korean-American women elected to Congress. ### | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T21:57:20Z |
| https://newhouse.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/newhouse-leads-bill-secure-american-critical-mineral-supply-chain | Newhouse Leads Bill to Secure American Critical Mineral Supply Chain | 2024-09-27 | 2024 | 2024-09 | Republican | House | WA | Dan Newhouse | N000189 | newhouse.house.gov | newhouse | https://newhouse.house.gov/media-center/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON, D.C. –Today, Rep. Dan Newhouse (WA-04) alongside Reps. Brett Guthrie (KY-02) and Russ Fulcher (ID-01) introduced the Securing America’s Midstream Critical Materials Processing Act to establish a National Roadmap to provide a pathway to reshore domestic critical material processing facilities away from foreign adversaries like the Chinese Communist Party (CCP) and reduce unworkable permitting barriers to help secure our supply chains. “It is no secret the United States is in a dangerous position with our reliance on adversaries like the CCP for the critical minerals we use in everything from our energy sector to our defense industrial base,” said Rep. Newhouse. Newhouse continued, “This bill is a big step towards bringing critical mineral processing back to our shores and keeping bad actors out of our supply chains. As a member of the House Select Committee on the CCP, I know we as lawmakers need to be doing all we can to prioritize national security before it is too late.” Rep. Guthrie said, “Today I was proud to introduce the Securing America’s Midstream Critical Materials Processing Act alongside Congressmen Newhouse and Fulcher to help ensure America has control over its manufacturing and energy future. For too long our nation has been reliant on the CCP and other foreign adversaries for the essential facilities to process critical materials into usable resources for our manufacturing industry. This bill will help provide a pathway to reshoring the processing of critical materials and uncovers the extent to which the CCP has exploited this supply chain. If our nation is to become energy independent once again, secure our supply chains, and reshore job creating industries then we must produce and process our critical materials here at home, I am proud to be leading this bill that will help accomplish this.” “Critical minerals are not only vital to America’s energy supply, but to our national security as they are a key component for defense technologies and weaponry. I am proud to introduce this … | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T21:43:57Z |
| https://schrier.house.gov/media/press-releases/congresswoman-schrier-introduces-legislation-accurate-penicillin-allergy | Congresswoman Schrier Introduces Legislation for Accurate Penicillin Allergy Verification | 2024-09-27 | 2024 | 2024-09 | Democrat | House | WA | Kim Schrier | S001216 | schrier.house.gov | schrier | https://schrier.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congresswoman Kim Schrier, M.D. (WA-08) alongside Congressman Larry Bucshon (IN-08), Congressman Ami Bera, M.D. (CA-06) and seven additional representatives introduced a bipartisan bill, H.R. 9778, the Penicillin Allergy Verification and Evaluation (PAVE) Act. This legislation would add a penicillin allergy verification component to the “Welcome to Medicare” preventive visit and annual wellness visits. Millions of patients believe they are allergic to penicillin, but evidence shows that the vast majority of patients with a self-reported allergy can safely take penicillin after verification testing and evaluation. Testing, if needed, and removing an incorrect penicillin allergy label from a patient’s electronic medical record is a relatively easy, low cost and important public health intervention that can improve patient outcomes, reduce healthcare costs, and help prevent antimicrobial resistance (AMR). People who report allergy to penicillins have to bypass a whole class of safe, inexpensive antibiotics and use sometimes more potent, expensive, and otherwise unnecessary antimicrobials. To improve antibiotic stewardship and combat AMR, the PAVE Act seeks to identify and de-label Medicare patients who have been previously labeled with a penicillin allergy but who are not truly allergic. The legislation adds “penicillin allergy verification and evaluation” as part of Medicare’s Initial Preventive Physical Exam (IPPE) and Annual Wellness Visit (AWV). IPPEs are covered for new Medicare Part B enrollees within the 12 months and AWVs are covered annually. The PAVE Act is supported by a wide variety of clinician and patient stakeholder groups, including the American Academy of Allergy, Asthma & Immunology, which provided feedback in drafting the bill. "Research shows that 95% of patients with a self-reported penicillin allergy in their medical records can actually safely take penicillin," said Congresswoman Kim Schrier, M.D. "This is often due to an allergy that has been outgrown or a misdiagnosis.… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T21:43:57Z |
| https://adamsmith.house.gov/news/press-releases/bipartisan-bill-streamline-tsa-security-clearance-process-transportation | Bipartisan Bill to Streamline TSA Security Clearance Process for Transportation Workers Moves Through Committee | 2024-09-26 | 2024 | 2024-09 | Democrat | House | WA | Adam Smith | S000510 | adamsmith.house.gov | adamsmith | https://adamsmith.house.gov/news/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON, D.C. – Yesterday, the Transportation Security Screening Modernization Act passed through the Committee on Homeland Security, bringing this important legislation one step closer to becoming law. Representatives Adam Smith (Ranking Member, House Armed Services Committee) and Garret Graves (Chairman, House Aviation Subcommittee) introduced the Transportation Safety Administration Modernization Act in December 2023 to eliminate redundant fees and background checks for essential transportation workers. The bill cuts through red tape to allow workers to apply existing valid background checks to multiple TSA-managed credentialing programs, preventing workers from going through identical processes multiple times. With each of these credentials having varying expiration dates and fees, workers end up spending a significant amount of time and money keeping their credentials up to date, preventing them from fully participating in the workforce. This new streamlining legislation reduces costs and hassle for workers like truck drivers, pipeline operators, longshoremen, and warehouse managers, among many others, who must obtain these credentials as a condition of employment. “I’m thrilled to hear that this bill has passed through the Homeland Security Committee, bringing us one step closer to less redundancy in the TSA screening process,” said Rep. Smith. “I’ve heard from many transportation workers in my district who have had to spend a significant amount of time and money to keep their credentials up to date. It’s urgent we pass this legislation into law so that our transportation workers can have a more streamlined application and renewal process. After this great step forward, I am optimistic and hopeful that this bipartisan, commonsense legislation will pass the Senate and become law.” “The Transportation Security Screening Modernization Act unlocks the potential of Louisiana’s transportation workforce by knocking out duplicative processes without sacrificing security,” said Graves. “This is a huge win fo… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T21:43:57Z |
| https://jayapal.house.gov/2024/09/26/jayapal-applauds-more-than-10-million-to-help-older-aanhpi-workers-get-job-training-find-employment/ | Jayapal Applauds More Than $10 Million to Help Older AANHPI Workers Get Job Training, Find Employment | 2024-09-26 | 2024 | 2024-09 | Democrat | House | WA | Pramila Jayapal | J000298 | jayapal.house.gov | jayapal | https://jayapal.house.gov/category/press-releases/ | scraper | SEATTLE, WA – U.S. Representative Pramila Jayapal (WA-07) applauded an investment of $10,091,442 in federal funding for the National Asian Pacific Center on Aging (NAPCA) in Seattle, Washington. This funding will help NAPCA continue its work of assisting older Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander (AANHPI) individuals in accessing community service programs that serve as a bridge to employment opportunities. “Building up and expanding the Seattle area and our country’s workforce means ensuring that everyone has access to the training programs and resources necessary to find employment,” said Jayapal. “This funding is so important to our community and will help NAPCA continue their meaningful work of connecting our older, low-income AANHPI community with community service programs and job opportunities — helping to ensure long-term financial stability. The Biden-Harris administration’s Department of Labor, led by Acting Secretary Julie Su, continues to be a strong champion for all workers across the country.” “The funding we’re announcing today advances the Biden-Harris administration’s goal of promoting worker-focused training programs that incorporate industry and worker voices,” said Acting Labor Secretary Julie Su. “The grants will help enhance access to quality jobs for older workers.” “We greatly appreciate Congresswoman Jayapal and our partners in Congress for helping us secure funding for AANHPI older adults in this critical worker training program,” said Clayton Fong, President/CEO, NAPCA. “She brings a unique understanding to the challenges and barriers that many AANHPI older workers face in the workforce as a staunch advocate for immigrant rights.” These funds come from the Department of Labor through the Senior Community Service Employment Program (SCSEP), which aims to provide training and career services to low-income older individuals who are seeking to enter or re-enter the workforce. This funding will assist NAPCA in their work to help older AANHPI individuals with lower incom… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T21:43:57Z |
| https://jayapal.house.gov/2024/09/26/jayapal-casar-colleagues-introduce-migration-stability-resolution/ | Jayapal, Casar & Colleagues Introduce Migration Stability Resolution | 2024-09-26 | 2024 | 2024-09 | Democrat | House | WA | Pramila Jayapal | J000298 | jayapal.house.gov | jayapal | https://jayapal.house.gov/category/press-releases/ | scraper | WASHINGTON – Today, U.S. Representatives Pramila Jayapal (WA-07), U.S. Representative Greg Casar (TX-35), Jesús G. “Chuy” García (IL-04), Sydney Kamlager-Dove (CA-37), Delia Ramirez (IL-03), and Juan Vargas (CA-52) introduced a new resolution calling for comprehensive legislation to address the root causes of forced migration and displacement, while affirming the need for a true roadmap to citizenship for immigrants in the United States. “Democrats can build an orderly, humane, and stable immigration system. We should create more legal pathways for migration and citizenship, while also changing the failed U.S. policies that cause displacement abroad and force people to flee their home countries,” said Congressman Greg Casar (D-Texas), co-founder of the Congressional Caucus on Global Migration. “Let’s tackle the climate crisis. Let’s remove broad-based sanctions that increase poverty. Let’s prioritize policies to support stability abroad while creating a welcoming and predictable immigration process at home.” “Too many people around the world face violence, poverty, and persecution and see the United States as a beacon of hope,” said Rep. Pramila Jayapal (D-Wash.). “We must make the immigration system more humane, more orderly, and more effective to welcome immigrants who come to this country rather than turn them away and to recognize not only the contributions they make to this country, but also the moral duty we have to protect people who come here fleeing horrible conditions. We can and must do better for immigrants.” “Over the past decades, millions of people have been forced to migrate from their homes—and more people are displaced now than ever before. This is the result of converging crises, including climate change, political instability, and violence, some of which are impacted by U.S. policy,” said Rep. Jesús “Chuy” García (D-Ill.). “Yet, our immigration and asylum policies have become more restrictive and punitive, disregarding the role our government has played in creating this crisis. It’s time we… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T21:43:57Z |
| https://delbene.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=3969 | DelBene on Bipartisan Funding Agreement to Avert Government Shutdown | 2024-09-25 | 2024 | 2024-09 | Democrat | House | WA | Suzan K. DelBene | D000617 | delbene.house.gov | delbene | https://delbene.house.gov/news/documentquery.aspx?DocumentTypeID=27 | scraper | Today, Congresswoman Suzan DelBene (WA-01) issued the following statement after the House of Representatives passed a bipartisan funding agreement to avert a government shutdown: “Americans want governance that works, and I joined House Democrats today to prevent a shutdown, once again demonstrating that bipartisan solutions are necessary to address the issues before Congress. It is unacceptable that House Republicans played games for weeks and risked a government shutdown that could have jeopardized the well-being of middle-class families, veterans, and our national security to advance their harmful Project 2025 agenda. “While we successfully prevented a shutdown today, we must work together to reach an agreement to fund the government for the entirety of Fiscal Year 2025. House Republicans must accept the reality that in a divided government, bipartisan solutions are the only way to pass legislation through both the House and Senate and get it to President Biden’s desk.” This temporary funding agreement now heads to the Senate for approval ahead of the September 30 funding deadline. Related News DelBene Discusses Tariffs, AI with WA Small Businesses April 2, 2026 | Posted in Press Releases Anniversary of Trump’s Tariffs Marked by Higher Prices, Weaker Economy April 1, 2026 | Posted in Press Releases DelBene, Miller, Schrier Introduce Bill to Remove Financial Barriers for Living Organ Donors March 17, 2026 | Posted in Press Releases DelBene Leads Bipartisan Warning that NIH Council Vacancies Threaten Medical Research March 6, 2026 | Posted in Press Releases | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T21:43:57Z |
| https://jayapal.house.gov/2024/09/25/jayapal-statement-on-vote-to-keep-government-funded/ | Jayapal Statement on Vote to Keep Government Funded | 2024-09-25 | 2024 | 2024-09 | Democrat | House | WA | Pramila Jayapal | J000298 | jayapal.house.gov | jayapal | https://jayapal.house.gov/category/press-releases/ | scraper | WASHINGTON — U.S. Representative Pramila Jayapal released the following statement after voting for H.R. 9747, a Continuing Resolution (CR), to prevent a government shutdown. The legislation passed 341-82. “Today the GOP majority in the House of Representatives was bailed out by Democrats, as we voted to keep our government from shutting down. A government shutdown would delay flights, stall food safety inspections, increase wait times for Social Security benefits, and much more. Yet Republicans insisted on playing politics with this vote, last week attaching it to poison pill legislation that they knew would fail. “Many of their members still refused to vote for this legislation today since it no longer had extreme MAGA measures attached. Democrats once again stood up for poor and working people, seniors, and all those across the country who would’ve been affected by a government shutdown and kept our government open. “However, this CR only serves to kick the can down the road. I hope that in December when it expires, Republicans are able to work with us to pass a full budget that works for poor and working families.” | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T21:43:57Z |
| https://schrier.house.gov/media/press-releases/congresswoman-schrier-introduces-access-claims-data-act | Congresswoman Schrier Introduces The Access to Claims Data Act | 2024-09-25 | 2024 | 2024-09 | Democrat | House | WA | Kim Schrier | S001216 | schrier.house.gov | schrier | https://schrier.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, Congresswoman Kim Schrier, M.D. (WA-08) alongside Congressman Larry Bucshon (IN-08) announced a bipartisan bill, The Access to Claims Data Act, which would require the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) to establish a program that allows clinician-led clinical data registries access to Medicare claims data for research, quality of care measurement, and reporting. Clinician-led clinical data registries are data repositories operated by physician groups that collect information about particular diseases and therapies. "As a doctor, I understand how beneficial and effective quality data is for physician researchers to develop best practices so that all physicians can provide their patients with the best care possible," said Congresswoman Schrier, M.D. "That's why I'm proud to introduce this commonsense, bipartisan legislation which will help improve patient outcomes in both the immediate and long-term future." “When it comes to health information, nobody is more qualified to assess and evaluate than those who provide direct patient care,” said Congressman Bucshon, M.D. “That is why I am proud to introduce the Access to Claims Data Act—commonsense legislation that will increase transparency of health care reimbursement claims, better informing clinicians and ultimately improving outcomes for patients.” “Folks in our region deserve a federal government that is providing them with access to affordable and effective healthcare,” said Congressman Kilmer. “That’s why I’m supporting bipartisan legislation that will help support the necessary research to ensure that today’s medical treatments and interventions are effective, accessible, and reliable, by providing medical professionals with the information they need to make informed decisions about the best course of action for their patients. Having these decisions based on data and facts will better serve people across the country in the long run and allow for advancements in patient safety and outcomes.” "The reintroduction of the… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T21:43:57Z |
| https://adamsmith.house.gov/news/press-releases/rep-smith-urges-us-independently-investigate-fatal-shooting-aysenur-ezgi-eygi | Rep. Smith urges U.S. to independently investigate the fatal shooting of Aysenur Ezgi Eygi | 2024-09-24 | 2024 | 2024-09 | Democrat | House | WA | Adam Smith | S000510 | adamsmith.house.gov | adamsmith | https://adamsmith.house.gov/news/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON, D.C. - Today, Representative Adam Smith (D-Wash) sent a letter, cosigned by 102 of his colleagues, to urge the U.S. to investigate the fatal shooting of Aysenur Ezgi Eygi. See below for the full letter. Dear President Biden, Secretary Blinken, and Attorney General Garland: On September 6, we learned about the fatal shooting in the West Bank of American citizen Aysenur Ezgi Eygi, a Seattle resident and recent graduate of the University of Washington. We extend our deepest condolences to Ms. Eygi’s family during this moment of tragedy, and our thoughts are with her family and loved ones. We are deeply disturbed by the Israeli Defense Forces (IDF) preliminary investigation that found “it is highly likely” Ms. Eygi “was hit indirectly and unintentionally by IDF fire which was not aimed at her” during a “violent riot.” This contradicts credible, independent eyewitness accounts that suggest the shooting was intentional without provocation. A Washington Post investigation based on interviews with eyewitnesses and West Bank residents, photos, and videos indicates the shooting occurred “more than a half-hour after the height of confrontations in Beita, and some 20 minutes after protesters had moved down the main road — more than 200 yards away from Israeli forces.” Given the evidence, we believe the United States must independently investigate whether this was a homicide. To walk away without asking further questions gives Israeli forces unacceptable license to act with impunity. There must be accountability for Ms. Eygi’s death. We therefore call on the White House, State Department, and Department of Justice to lead an independent, thorough, credible, and transparent investigation into the killing of Ms. Eygi. This investigation should include all evidence found and rationale for how findings were determined in a written report to the family. We request a written explanation provided to the family and the undersigned members to the following questions no later than October 4, 2024: What does the U.S. … | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T21:43:57Z |
| https://newhouse.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/newhouse-applauds-passage-major-forest-restoration-bill | Newhouse Applauds Passage of Major Forest Restoration Bill | 2024-09-24 | 2024 | 2024-09 | Republican | House | WA | Dan Newhouse | N000189 | newhouse.house.gov | newhouse | https://newhouse.house.gov/media-center/press-releases | scraper | “As Chairman of the Congressional Western Caucus and a lifelong resident of Central Washington where we are affected by these disasters, wildfire risk remains top of mind as states across the West are ravaged by wildfires year after year,” said Rep. Newhouse. “In Washington state alone, wildfires have destroyed hundreds of thousands of acres in recent years, and there is no sign of it slowing down. We need proactive forest management now, and the Fix Our Forests Act will help achieve this goal.” “This bipartisan effort will enable desperately needed active forest management by expediting permitting reviews and limiting senseless lawsuits from extreme environmentalists.” | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T21:43:57Z |
| https://newhouse.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/newhouse-introduces-resolution-honor-gold-star-families-2 | Newhouse Introduces Resolution to Honor Gold Star Families | 2024-09-23 | 2024 | 2024-09 | Republican | House | WA | Dan Newhouse | N000189 | newhouse.house.gov | newhouse | https://newhouse.house.gov/media-center/press-releases | scraper | Rep. Dan Newhouse (R-WA) led 44 members in introducing the Gold Star Families Remembrance Week Resolution to honor the sacrifices made by families of U.S. military servicemembers who lost their lives in service to the nation. It designates September 22 - 28, 2024 as Gold Star Families Remembrance Week. “Our service members and their families have made great sacrifices in service to their country, and it is important that they are not forgotten,” said Rep. Newhouse. Newhouse continues, “By designating September 22-28 as Gold Star Families Remembrance Week, we recognize the extraordinary courage and resilience of our Gold Star Families and reflect on those we have lost. These families bear an unimaginable burden—enduring the loss of their loved ones who gave their lives in service to our nation—and we have a responsibility to ensure their memory is preserved.” The following are quotes of support from Gold Star Family members: “I am very pleased that Congress is choosing to recognize Gold Star Families Remembrance Week. Every Memorial Day, we honor our warriors who gave their lives in defense of America. We should also honor the families of those fallen warriors, who stood behind them as they served, suffered the pain of their loss, then picked up the pieces and carried on. I'm a Gold Star son who lost my father in Vietnam. Life has taught me three truths. Grief fades. Love never dies. Courage shines on forever.” – Retired Army Lieutenant Colonel Hank Cramer, Washington, Gold Star Son of Captain Harry Griffith Cramer Jr. (U.S. Army Special Forces), who was Killed in Action in 1957 in Vietnam. “I was just a year old when my father was declared Missing in Action in December 1945 in Germany. I have no memory of him but would like to honor his legacy by sharing his story with others who want to know the experiences of Gold Star families.” – Karen Oberg, California, Gold Star Daughter of Pvt. Worrell F. Oberg (Army) who was Killed in Action on December 22, 1945, and whose remains have yet to be recovered. “My broth… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T21:43:57Z |
| https://delbene.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=3966 | DelBene Seeks Veteran or Gold Star Family Member for District Office Position | 2024-09-20 | 2024 | 2024-09 | Democrat | House | WA | Suzan K. DelBene | D000617 | delbene.house.gov | delbene | https://delbene.house.gov/news/documentquery.aspx?DocumentTypeID=27 | scraper | Today, Congresswoman Suzan DelBene (WA-01) announced she is seeking a veteran, Gold Star Family member, or an active-duty spouse living in Washington’s 1st Congressional District for a position in her Kirkland district office through the Green & Gold Congressional Aide Program. This position will work with military and veteran constituents to handle veterans-related casework and act as a facilitator with federal, state, and local agencies. “We made a promise to our veterans, Gold Star Families, and active-duty spouses that we will support them and make sure we honor their commitment to our nation,” DelBene said. “That’s why I’m excited to be working with the Green & Gold Congressional Aide Program to offer an opportunity to join my district office team in Kirkland.” The Green & Gold Congressional Aide Program was established by the House of Representatives to provide employment opportunities for veterans, Gold Star Families, and active-duty spouses within member offices. The program is limited to veterans, Gold Star Families, and spouses of active-duty servicemembers who meet all the following requirements: Veterans must be honorably discharged, released from active duty within the last six years, terminal pay grades at or below E-5, O-3, or W-2. Veterans promoted to the pay grades of E-6, O-4, and W-3 within 6 months of separation from active duty are eligible, granted they meet ALL other eligibility requirements. Veterans who are in receipt of a 20-year or Temporary Early Retirement Authorization (TERA) retirement are not eligible for the program. Gold Star applicants must be the spouse, parent/step-parent, sibling/step-sibling, child or step-child of a service member who died in the line of duty, or died from a service-connected disability. Active-duty spouses must be a spouse of a service member serving on active duty in a regular component of the armed forces. | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T21:43:57Z |
| https://jayapal.house.gov/2024/09/20/jayapal-bonamici-merkley-introduce-legislation-to-stop-predatory-payday-lending-practices/ | Jayapal, Bonamici, Merkley Introduce Legislation to Stop Predatory Payday Lending Practices | 2024-09-20 | 2024 | 2024-09 | Democrat | House | WA | Pramila Jayapal | J000298 | jayapal.house.gov | jayapal | https://jayapal.house.gov/category/press-releases/ | scraper | WASHINGTON, DC – Congresswomen Pramila Jayapal (D-WA) and Suzanne Bonamici (D-OR) and Senator Jeff Merkley (D-OR) introduced legislation to protect consumers from predatory payday lending practices. The Stopping Abuse and Fraud in Electronic (SAFE) Lending Act of 2024 would safeguard consumers as predatory payday lenders have continued to flourish online despite laws passed by many states to stop abusive lending. Internet lenders hide behind layers of anonymously registered websites and “lead generators” to evade enforcement and can empty consumers’ bank accounts before they have a chance to assert their rights. “Payday lenders take advantage of working families, struggling to pay medical bills or rent, by trapping them in a seemingly endless cycle of debt,” said Congresswoman Pramila Jayapal. “I’m proud to lead this legislation with Congresswoman Bonamici that would protect consumers across the country by closing loopholes, increasing transparency, and putting an end to these predatory lending practices. Congress has a responsibly to protect hardworking people from bad actors, and that’s exactly what we will accomplish with our SAFE Lending Act.” “Predatory payday lenders rob hard-working individuals and families of their resources at a time when they are financially vulnerable,” said Congresswoman Suzanne Bonamici. “The SAFE Lending Act would finally put an end to the unscrupulous practices payday lenders use to trap consumers in an unending cycle of debt.” “Predatory payday lenders trap hardworking Americans in an inescapable vortex of debt,” said Senator Jeff Merkley. “Before we kicked payday lenders out of Oregon, they preyed on families in my blue-collar neighborhood. We need strong consumer protections to break this cycle of endless debt for families across America.” The SAFE Lending Act is endorsed by the National Consumer Law Center (on behalf of its low-income clients), Consumer Action, Consumer Federation of America, Main Street Alliance, U.S. PIRG, and UnidosUS. It would: 1. Give Consumers Contr… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T21:43:57Z |
| https://jayapal.house.gov/2024/09/20/jayapal-lee-jacobs-omar-and-kildee-urge-renewed-calls-for-peace-in-sudan/ | Jayapal, Lee, Jacobs, Omar, and Kildee Urge Renewed Calls for Peace in Sudan | 2024-09-20 | 2024 | 2024-09 | Democrat | House | WA | Pramila Jayapal | J000298 | jayapal.house.gov | jayapal | https://jayapal.house.gov/category/press-releases/ | scraper | WASHINGTON – U.S. Representatives Pramila Jayapal (WA-07), Barbara Lee (CA-12), Sara Jacobs (CA-51), Ilhan Omar (MN-05), and Daniel T. Kildee (MI-08), are today applauding the Biden Administration’s work to advance efforts for peace in Sudan and urging him to raise concerns over support from the United Arab Emirates (UAE) for the Rapid Support Forces (RSF) in Sudan. “We are grateful that your Administration has advanced efforts to rally international partners, end hostilities, protect civilians, expand humanitarian access, elevate civil society voices, and support over $1.6 billion in emergency assistance to Sudan in the last two years,” wrote the Members. “We are concerned that the UAE’s actions in Sudan run counter to these actions and your stated goals of an end to the violence and freedom, peace, and justice for the Sudanese people.” The Sudanese people have been enduring this conflict since April 15, 2023. According to the World Food Programme, over 25 million people, half of Sudan’s population, are facing acute hunger and more than 10 million people have been displaced both internally and abroad since the onset of this conflict between warring military forces, the Sudanese Armed Forces (SAF) and the RSF. “As you have noted, the RSF has committed war crimes, crimes against humanity, and ethnic cleansing in Sudan. It is essential that our partnership with the UAE be built on our many shared interests but also our shared values and vision for a stable Sudan,” the Members continued. Specifically, the Members are asking ahead of President Biden’s meeting with UAE President Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, that he raise these concerning reports, urge the UAE to cease their support to the RSF, and reiterate the shared goal of a secure Sudan. The full letter can be read here. | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T21:43:57Z |
| https://jayapal.house.gov/2024/09/20/reps-jayapal-carson-schakowsky-introduce-unrwa-funding-bill/ | Reps. Jayapal, Carson, Schakowsky Introduce UNRWA Funding Bill | 2024-09-20 | 2024 | 2024-09 | Democrat | House | WA | Pramila Jayapal | J000298 | jayapal.house.gov | jayapal | https://jayapal.house.gov/category/press-releases/ | scraper | WASHINGTON, DC — Representative Pramila Jayapal (WA-07), along with Reps. André Carson (IN-07) and Jan Schakowsky (IL-09), introduced H.R. 9649, the UNRWA Funding Emergency Restoration Act of 2024. This bill will end the congressionally and administratively mandated pause on funding for the United Nations Relief and Works Agency for Palestine Refugees in the Near East (UNWRA). The United States has historically been one of the largest financial supporters of UNRWA, which serves nearly 6 million Palestinian refugees across the West Bank, East Jerusalem, Syria, Jordan, and Lebanon. In March of this year, the U.S. paused UNRWA funding after the Israeli government alleged that 12 agency employees had direct involvement in Hamas’ October 7 terrorist attack. Following the UN’s investigation and proactive commitments made by UNRWA toward complete accountability and reform, all countries except the U.S. have resumed their UNRWA funding, including the European Union, United Kingdom, Canada, Australia, Finland, Germany, Japan, and Sweden. Approximately 1.9 million people – 9 in 10 Gazans – have been displaced at least once, and an estimated 43,580 are pregnant women. UNRWA has served as the primary humanitarian aid organization operating in Gaza, and without funding, hundreds of thousands of Gaza civilians are left vulnerable. It is estimated that over 1 million Gazans will not have enough food this month, and availability of basic hygiene items has dropped to 15%. In addition to a polio outbreak, Gazans are suffering from malnutrition and treatable diseases due to “systematic dismantling of healthcare” from bombardments on civilians. “UNRWA has played a unique and integral role in supporting the welfare of Palestinian refugees for decades. Their on-the-ground understanding is invaluable to ensure that humanitarian aid makes it to the people who need it most — in the West Bank, East Jerusalem, Syria, Jordan, Lebanon, and critically in this moment in Gaza,” said Congresswoman Jayapal. “There is no question in my mind tha… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T21:43:57Z |
| https://newhouse.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/newhouse-esa-reform-bill-advances-through-committee | Newhouse ESA Reform Bill Advances Through Committee | 2024-09-20 | 2024 | 2024-09 | Republican | House | WA | Dan Newhouse | N000189 | newhouse.house.gov | newhouse | https://newhouse.house.gov/media-center/press-releases | scraper | Yesterday, the House Natural Resources Committee approved the Endangered Species Act (ESA) Amendments Act of 2024, a bill by Rep. Dan Newhouse (WA-04) that makes reforms to the ESA to incentivize conservation, protect landowners' rights, and implement transparency in the recovery of species. “The ESA is in dire need of serious changes, and I am thankful that the committee understands that. Our species and landowners have suffered far too long from misuse of the ESA and my bill puts an end to that. If we are to truly prioritize species recovery and de-listing, then we must prioritize advancing this legislation,” said. Rep. Newhouse. Newhouse continued, “I thank House Natural Resources Committee Chairman Bruce Westerman for taking up this important bill, and I look forward to working to get it across the finish line.” This legislation is the final product of the ESA Working Group co-founded by Congressional Western Caucus Chairman Dan Newhouse and Chairman Bruce Westerman in July 2023. Original co-sponsors include Reps. Pete Stauber (MN-08), Tom Tiffany (WI-07), Cliff Bentz (OR-02), Jeff Duncan (SC-03), Paul Gosar (AZ-09), and Harriet Hageman (WY-AL). Background: This legislation: Incentivizes wildlife conservation on private lands. Prevents the Secretary of the Interior from designating privately owned or controlled land as critical habitat, protecting landowners’ rights. Empowers states to enact species recovery plans as state and local officials know best how to manage populations without harming communities. Requires that removal of a species is not subject to judicial review. Creates greater transparency and accountability in recovering listed species. Appropriations authorizing number- $431,755,000 – which is the total authorized in House FY25 bills for Fish and Wildlife Service and National Marine Fisheries Service (NMFS) ESA activities. Full original bill text can be found here. ### | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T21:43:57Z |
| https://delbene.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=3964 | Lawmakers Urge CMS to Increase Support for Living Kidney Donors | 2024-09-19 | 2024 | 2024-09 | Democrat | House | WA | Suzan K. DelBene | D000617 | delbene.house.gov | delbene | https://delbene.house.gov/news/documentquery.aspx?DocumentTypeID=27 | scraper | Today, Representatives Suzan DelBene (WA-01), Carol Miller (WV-01), Brad Schneider (IL-10), and Larry Bucshon, M.D. (IN-08) led 47 of their colleagues in expressing their support for the newly proposed Increasing Organ Transplant Access (IOTA) Model that aims to increase access to kidney transplants and reduce Medicare spending. In a bipartisan letter, the lawmakers also urged the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) to increase support to living organ donors. Every day, 17 Americans die waiting for an organ transplant. Most of these patients suffer from kidney failure and are going through grueling and expensive dialysis treatments to stay alive, which collectively cost Medicare more than $50 billion annually. While the rate of deceased organ donation has improved in recent years, the rate of living donations has flatlined over the past two decades at around 6,000 per year, which is insufficient to meet the needs of the 100,000 Americans on the transplant waitlist. “We are optimistic about the IOTA Model, yet we remain concerned that the model design does not include the specific waivers or incentivize the needed tools to increase living donations,” the lawmakers wrote to CMS. The members recommend CMS add two critical policies to the IOTA Model to increase support for living kidney donors and increase the total number of donations: Enable Medicare to reimburse donors for costs associated with donation; and Fund transplant navigators to assist patients and donors wade through the complicated process of donation and transplant. If added to the proposed model, these policies could improve patient outcomes and save lives. “The leadership shown by this growing bipartisan coalition sends a clear signal that this crisis will only continue to grow if CMS does not advance essential policy changes to support kidney patients and living donors. KTC applauds Representatives DelBene, Bucshon, Miller, Schneider, all of the letter's signatories, and the entire Congressional Kidney Caucus for recognizing the c… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T21:43:57Z |
| https://delbene.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=3965 | House Passes DelBene Bill to Strengthen Tribal, State Child Support Services | 2024-09-19 | 2024 | 2024-09 | Democrat | House | WA | Suzan K. DelBene | D000617 | delbene.house.gov | delbene | https://delbene.house.gov/news/documentquery.aspx?DocumentTypeID=27 | scraper | WASHINGTON, DC – Today, the House of Representatives passed the Strengthening State and Tribal Child Support Enforcement Act (H.R. 7906), bipartisan legislation introduced by Congresswoman Suzan DelBene (WA-01) to strengthen state and tribal child support services. The bill was approved as part of the Protecting America’s Children by Strengthening Families Act (H.R. 9076) by a bipartisan vote of 405-10. DelBene’s bill would improve child support programs for states and tribal communities by granting them the ability to hire contractors, bringing them in parity with federal agencies. In addition, this bill would also explicitly grant those state and tribal contractors access to individuals’ relevant tax data, which federal, state, and local agency employees are already authorized to use. This access will allow tribal child support programs to track and collect unpaid child support and prevent potential disruptions to critical financial support. By allowing these resources, the bill would support millions of families and ensure that children in tribal areas receive the financial assistance they need. “State and tribal agencies across the country will now be better equipped to collect and manage child support payments effectively,” said DelBene. “By leveling the playing field, we are ensuring that all children, including those in tribal communities, receive the financial support they need to thrive. I will keep advocating for the resources necessary to support every family and will continue working to ensure that all children get the assistance they deserve.” The bill now heads to the Senate for consideration. | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T21:43:57Z |
| https://strickland.house.gov/2024/09/19/strickland-moore-introduce-bipartisan-legislation-to-address-military-housing-affordability/ | Strickland, Moore Introduce Bipartisan Legislation to Address Military Housing Affordability | 2024-09-19 | 2024 | 2024-09 | Democrat | House | WA | Marilyn Strickland | S001159 | strickland.house.gov | strickland | https://strickland.house.gov/category/press_release/ | scraper | Washington, DC –Today, Congresswoman Marilyn Strickland (D-WA-10) and Congressman Blake Moore (R-UT-01) introduced the Low Income Housing for Defense Communities Act of 2024, a bipartisan piece of legislation to address military housing affordability by diversifying housing options for servicemembers serving in high-cost areas. “Servicemembers and their families should be able to afford to live where they are stationed. This is important for their quality of life, and affects readiness,” said Congresswoman Marilyn Strickland. “This credit encourages the building of more affordable housing near large military installations.” “When I got onto the Ways and Means Committee, Clearfield Mayor Mark Shepherd approached me with an idea to address the housing affordability challenges burdening our lower-enlisted servicemembers. Since then, my team and I ran with his idea and drafted legislation that we are introducing today. The Low Income Housing for Defense Communities Act will bring much needed relief and productivity to military families serving near major bases. I am so grateful Mayor Shepherd approached me with this idea, and I’m proud of the work we’ve done advancing it to this point,” said Congressman Blake Moore. “Housing has become a national security issue, as it impacts the readiness of Hill Air Force Base (HAFB) in Utah’s First District. As hundreds of lower-enlisted servicemembers are struggling to afford housing near the base and officers are being forced to turn down assignments in Utah because of the difficult real estate market, this bill will spur development interest for Low-Income Housing Tax Credit construction near large installations like HAFB. I thank Congresswoman Marilyn Strickland (WA-10) for her partnership in introducing this bill, and I look forward to seeing this bill make a meaningful impact in the lives of our servicemembers in Utah and across the nation.” This legislation will diversify the housing options available to lower-enlisted servicemembers serving in high-cost areas while also… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T21:43:57Z |
| https://delbene.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=3961 | DelBene Calls for Release of Dr. Seif Fateen After Nearly Six Years in Prison in Egypt Without Trial, Reports of Torture | 2024-09-18 | 2024 | 2024-09 | Democrat | House | WA | Suzan K. DelBene | D000617 | delbene.house.gov | delbene | https://delbene.house.gov/news/documentquery.aspx?DocumentTypeID=27 | scraper | Today, in remarks to the U.S. House of Representatives, Congresswoman Suzan DelBene (WA-01) called for the immediate release of Dr. Seif Fateen, who has been detained in Egypt without trial for nearly six years. Dr. Fateen, a distinguished MIT-educated chemical and environmental engineering professor, has been held in prison since his house was raided without a warrant in November 2018. His pre-trial detention far exceeds Egypt’s legal two-year maximum and has been marked by severe violations of his due process rights, including reports of torture and isolation. In July, DelBene met with the Egyptian Ambassador to the U.S. to urge the Egyptian government to take action on the case. Today, she is again calling on the government to release Dr. Fateen and to ensure that his due process rights are fully respected until then. The full text of her letter is available here. Members of Dr. Fateen’s family, who live in Washington’s 1st Congressional District, have been deeply impacted by his ongoing detention and engaged in getting justice for Dr. Fateen. DelBene hopes that ongoing engagement and collaboration with the Egyptian government can lead to Dr. Fateen being safely reunited with his family. Watch DelBene’s remarks here. Her remarks as delivered are below: Thank you, Mr. Speaker, I rise today to demand justice for Seif Fateen, an MIT-educated professor who has been unjustly detained in Egypt since 2018. Dr. Fateen served in Egypt’s Ministry of Education before the government was overthrown in a coup in 2013. His home was later raided without a warrant and he was arrested. For the last six years, he has been held without a trial date despite an Egyptian law that sets a two-year maximum for pretrial detention. Dr. Fateen has experienced various forms of mistreatment, torture, and near-total isolation during his detention, and continues to be denied basic due process. I want to thank Dr. Fateen’s family, who lives in Redmond, Washington, in my district, for bringing his case to my attention. I recently me… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T21:43:57Z |
| https://jayapal.house.gov/2024/09/18/jayapal-statement-on-continuing-resolution-vote/ | Jayapal Statement on Continuing Resolution Vote | 2024-09-18 | 2024 | 2024-09 | Democrat | House | WA | Pramila Jayapal | J000298 | jayapal.house.gov | jayapal | https://jayapal.house.gov/category/press-releases/ | scraper | WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Representative Pramila Jayapal released the following statement regarding today’s Continuing Resolution (CR) vote, H.R. 9494, which failed 202-220. “Today I voted ‘NO’ on the CR. Speaker Mike Johnson is simply playing to the extremists in his party, attaching poison pill legislation to what should be a clean continuing resolution to keep the government funding. This legislation is already a non-starter in the Senate, increasing Social Security wait times, ending funding for food access for low-income families, jeopardizing veterans’ medical care, and blocking necessary funding for disaster recovery work. “Now that this vote has failed, we need Speaker Johnson to stop threatening Americans’ lives and to put forward a clean continuing resolution that keeps our government open. That’s the only way forward and Speaker Johnson should stop playing games with this critically important government funding.” Today’s CR was attached to the SAVE Act, legislation unrelated to the federal budget that aims to target non-citizen voting, which is already illegal and is extremely rare. It also failed to include appropriate funding levels to maintain medical care for veterans and services provided by the Social Security Administration, emergency funds for the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA), and an extension of Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF) program payments. | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T21:43:57Z |
| https://strickland.house.gov/2024/09/17/house-unanimously-passes-strickland-military-life-insurance-bill/ | House Unanimously Passes Strickland Military Life Insurance Bill | 2024-09-17 | 2024 | 2024-09 | Democrat | House | WA | Marilyn Strickland | S001159 | strickland.house.gov | strickland | https://strickland.house.gov/category/press_release/ | scraper | Washington, DC – Today, the U.S. House of Representatives voted to pass the Fairness for Servicemembers and their Families Act of 2024, introduced by Congresswoman Marilyn Strickland (WA-10) and Congressman Don Bacon (NE-02). The legislation is bipartisan and bicameral and ensures life insurance packages for servicemembers and veterans account for changes in the economy. Click here to watch Congresswoman Strickland’s remarks “Our servicemembers put their lives on the line for their country, and we must secure the well-being of the families and loved ones in the event of a tragedy,” said Strickland. “The passage of this bill makes it clear that Congress continues to stand by our military families.” Companion legislation was introduced in the Senate by Senators John Cornyn (R-TX), Maggie Hassan (D-NH), Mike Braun (R-IN), Ted Cruz (R-TX), Angus King (I-ME), Mazie Hirono (D-HI), and Mark Kelly (D-AZ). The bill improves the financial safety net for veterans, servicemembers, and their families by helping to ensure coverage amounts for the Servicemembers’ Group Life Insurance (SGLI) and the Veterans Group Life Insurance (VGLI) account for changes in economic trends. U.S. Representative Marilyn Strickland serves on the House Armed Services Committee and the House Transportation and Infrastructure Committee. She is whip for the Congressional Black Caucus, a member of the New Democrat Coalition, and one of the first Korean-American women elected to Congress. ### | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T21:43:57Z |
| https://delbene.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=3959 | DelBene Announces $1 Million in Federal Landslide Preparedness Funding | 2024-09-16 | 2024 | 2024-09 | Democrat | House | WA | Suzan K. DelBene | D000617 | delbene.house.gov | delbene | https://delbene.house.gov/news/documentquery.aspx?DocumentTypeID=27 | scraper | Today, Congresswoman Suzan DelBene (WA-01) announced that Washington will receive $300,000 from the U.S. Geological Survey (USGS) as part of a nearly $1 million federal investment in landslide preparedness and research efforts nationwide that will save lives and better protect communities. This funding was made possible through DelBene’s National Landslide Preparedness Act, which was signed into law in January 2021. The nine total state grants will help improve landslide hazard maps, strengthen early warning systems, and enhance community resilience to landslides. The Washington funds will be used by the Washington Geological Survey to survey potential landslide hazards in Clark County. “Climate change is making landslides more frequent and severe, putting communities at greater risk,” said DelBene. “This federal investment, made possible from legislation I championed in the wake of the 2014 Oso landslide, will strengthen our ability to prepare for and respond to these hazards. By supporting research and preparedness efforts, these grants will help protect lives and property, ensuring our communities are better equipped to handle these challenges.” “Landslides are dangerous, destroy infrastructure, and cut off access for emergency services and transportation. Southwest Washington has recently experienced several landslides which can be devastating for small businesses, impact entire communities, and take all hands on deck to overcome,” said Congresswoman Marie Gluesenkamp Perez (WA-03). “With federal funds from the National Landslide Preparedness Act on their way to Clark County, we’ll be able to better prepare for these disasters and identify landslide-prone areas before it’s too late. I’ll keep working with my colleagues to ensure our House-passed provisions to reauthorize this vital program are signed into law to support more projects like this one.” “Landslides are one of the most common and devastating natural hazards in Washington. Mapping existing landslide hazards and understanding where future landsl… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T21:43:57Z |
| https://schrier.house.gov/media/press-releases/icymi-congresswoman-schrier-calls-out-kroger-albertsons-merger-corporate-price | ICYMI: Congresswoman Schrier Calls Out Kroger-Albertsons Merger, Corporate Price Gouging | 2024-09-16 | 2024 | 2024-09 | Democrat | House | WA | Kim Schrier | S001216 | schrier.house.gov | schrier | https://schrier.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON, D.C. – At a recent Energy and Commerce Energy, Climate, and Grid Security Subcommittee hearing, Congresswoman Kim Schrier, M.D. (WA-08) spoke on the destructive impacts that the proposed merger between Kroger and Albertsons would have on the Eighth District and called for the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) to stop the merger. Kroger and Albertsons combined have 329 stores in Washington, making up more than half the grocery stores in the state. Kroger stores include QFC and Fred Meyer. Albertsons includes Safeway. During her remarks, Representative Schrier also highlighted broader economic factors that have raised prices across the country, including corporate price gouging and corporate consolidation. LINK: Video of Congresswoman Schrier’s remarks. “The Kroger-Albertsons merger would be disastrous for Washingtonians, which is why I have been calling on the FTC to take action and block this merger for two years. At a time when families in Washington State face some of the highest grocery costs in the nation, this merger would reduce competition and choice, continuing to squeeze consumers in our state,” said Congresswoman Schrier. “Additionally, farmers and producers would face a smaller, less competitive market for their goods. I’ll continue to fight for Eighth District families and farmers who are already struggling while big corporations continue to try to manipulate and take advantage of the market.” | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T21:43:57Z |
| https://adamsmith.house.gov/news/press-releases/rep-smith-statement-stalled-labor-negotiations-between-boeing-and-union-workers | Rep. Smith Statement on Stalled Labor Negotiations Between Boeing and Union Workers | 2024-09-13 | 2024 | 2024-09 | Democrat | House | WA | Adam Smith | S000510 | adamsmith.house.gov | adamsmith | https://adamsmith.house.gov/news/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON – Representative Adam Smith (D-Wash) released the following statement on the stalled labor negotiations between Boeing and union workers that has resulted in a strike: Today, more than 33,000 union workers, mostly in Washington, brought Boeing airplane production to a halt with a strike. I strongly urge the parties to return to the negotiating table and participate in good faith discussions that result in a strong agreement. Across corporate America, so much of the wealth has wound up in the hands of so few people. Large corporations have increasingly prioritized their own profits and shareholders at the expense of workers. It is crucial that Boeing behaves as a responsible steward for its employees, so that every employee at their company is respected with fair wages and working conditions. Unions remain essential for workers and their families, and I will always champion the right to organize and collectively bargain for better working conditions. I sincerely hope that the parties reach an agreement that respects all employees as well as the company as a whole. | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T21:43:57Z |
| https://jayapal.house.gov/2024/09/11/murray-jayapal-call-for-independent-investigation-accountability-in-the-killing-of-aysenur-ezgi-eygi/ | Murray, Jayapal Call for Independent Investigation, Accountability in the Killing of Aysenur Ezgi Eygi | 2024-09-11 | 2024 | 2024-09 | Democrat | House | WA | Pramila Jayapal | J000298 | jayapal.house.gov | jayapal | https://jayapal.house.gov/category/press-releases/ | scraper | WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senator Patty Murray (D-WA) and U.S. Representative Pramila Jayapal (WA-07) are calling on President Joe Biden and Secretary of State Antony Blinken to conduct an independent, U.S.-led investigation into the killing of Aysenur Ezgi Eygi, a Washington State resident and U.S. citizen, by the Israel Defense Forces (IDF) in the West Bank. “Our hearts are with her family, friends, colleagues, and community, all of whom are devastated by her killing and deserve to know their government has done everything it can to fully understand what led to her killing, pursue accountability for those involved, and seek to ensure this does not happen again.” wrote the Members. “That is why we request an immediate, transparent, credible, and thorough independent U.S. investigation, led by the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI), into the killing of Ms. Eygi, which as Secretary Blinken said was ‘unprovoked and unjustified.’” Ms. Eygi was killed on September 6, 2024, and the Israeli government has acknowledged that it is “highly likely” she was killed by IDF fire. Ms. Eygi is the most recent in a pattern of American citizens being killed without accountability. Murray and Jayapal’s letter outlines five other similar instances, including the killing of Rachel Corrie, a U.S. citizen also from Washington State who was killed in 2003. Despite more than 70 Members of Congress calling for an independent investigation into Ms. Corrie’s killing, no such action was taken. “We fear that if this pattern of impunity does not end with Ms. Eygi, it will only continue to escalate. It is imperative that the United States take concrete and decisive action to better protect American citizens,” the Members concluded. The letter specifically requests written explanations by September 24 outlining how the administration plans to address this tragedy. The full letter can be read here. | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T21:43:57Z |
| https://newhouse.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/newhouse-bill-protecting-american-farmland-foreign-adversaries-passes | Newhouse Bill Protecting American Farmland from Foreign Adversaries Passes House | 2024-09-11 | 2024 | 2024-09 | Republican | House | WA | Dan Newhouse | N000189 | newhouse.house.gov | newhouse | https://newhouse.house.gov/media-center/press-releases | scraper | Today, Rep. Dan Newhouse (WA-04) released the following statement after the House of Representatives passed his bill, the Protecting American Agriculture from Foreign Adversaries Act. “Today, the United States took a stand against one of our greatest foreign adversaries, the Chinese Communist Party (CCP),” said Rep. Newhouse. Newhouse continues, “The CCP has been quietly purchasing American agricultural land at an alarming rate, and this bill is a crucial step towards reversing that trend. We know that USDA’s foreign purchase tracking is wildly flawed, and by adding the Secretary of Agriculture to CFIUS, we can begin to correct course. Food security is national security, and it is incumbent upon us to keep our adversaries far away from the lands that feeds our country, and the world.” “I’m thankful for Rep. Newhouse’s leadership in protecting our agriculture from China and its proxies,” said House Speaker Mike Johnson. Speaker Johnson continues, “Agriculture is the backbone of America, and we should take every possible measure necessary to protect it.” Watch Rep. Newhouse’s floor speech on the legislation here. The bill adds the U.S. Secretary of Agriculture to CFIUS for transactions, including land, biotechnology, transportation, storage, and processing. It also requires the Secretary to report any transaction that can be considered a threat to national security. Rep. Newhouse is a member of the House Select Committee on the Chinese Communist Party, tasked with finding bipartisan solutions to the threat posed by the Chinese Communist Party and develop a plan of action to defend the American people, our economy, and our values. The Senate companion bill, S. 5007, was introduced by Sen. Mike Braun (R-IN) on September 10, 2024, and co-sponsors include: Sens. Tom Cotton (R-AR), Roger Marshall (R-KS), Chuck Grassley (R-IA), Tommy Tuberville (R-AL), Marsha Blackburn (R-TN), Pete Ricketts (R-NE), John Barrasso (R-WY), Jon Tester (D-MT), John Fetterman (D-PA), Joe Manchin (I-WV), Deb Fischer (R-NE), Katie Britt … | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T21:43:57Z |
| https://delbene.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=3955 | DelBene, DeLauro, Torres Statement on Census Bureau Child Poverty Data | 2024-09-10 | 2024 | 2024-09 | Democrat | House | WA | Suzan K. DelBene | D000617 | delbene.house.gov | delbene | https://delbene.house.gov/news/documentquery.aspx?DocumentTypeID=27 | scraper | Today, U.S. Representatives Suzan DelBene (WA-01), Rosa DeLauro (CT-03), and Ritchie Torres (NY-15) released a statement in response to new data from the U.S. Census Bureau that shows that child poverty rate remains high following a lapse in extension for the expanded, monthly Child Tax Credit. The new data shows that the child poverty rate increased 1.3 percentage points to 13.7 percent in 2023. “The expanded, monthly Child Tax Credit was the largest middle class tax cut ever. It cut child poverty in half and generated $10 in economic benefits for every $1 spent. The delivery of monthly checks gave families unprecedented economic security, allowing them to better balance their budgets and deal with rising costs. Following Congress’s failure to extend the credit, we saw the largest increase in the child poverty rate in a single year – the largest increase on record which has sustained itself ever since. “The lapse in this policy has had devastating consequences, particularly as families and children face high prices and are thrust back into preventable poverty. The expanded, monthly Child Tax Credit met its mission in a way we have never seen any other federal program work. This is about prioritizing everyday Americans, not the biggest corporations and billionaires. It is time to bring back the expanded, monthly Child Tax Credit so that we can end child poverty and once again provide working- and middle-class families with permanent economic security.” | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T21:43:57Z |
| https://newhouse.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/newhouse-esa-reform-bill-protects-species-and-landowners | Newhouse ESA Reform Bill Protects Species and Landowners | 2024-09-10 | 2024 | 2024-09 | Republican | House | WA | Dan Newhouse | N000189 | newhouse.house.gov | newhouse | https://newhouse.house.gov/media-center/press-releases | scraper | Today, Rep. Dan Newhouse (WA-04), alongside House Natural Resources Committee Chairman Bruce Westerman (AR-04), introduced the Endangered Species Act (ESA) Amendments Act, making reforms to the ESA to protect landowner rights, incentivize conservation, and increase transparency in the recovery and de-listing of species. This legislation is a policy proposal from the ESA Working Group co-founded by Congressional Western Caucus Chairman Dan Newhouse and Chairman Bruce Westerman in July 2023. “In the fifty years since its enactment, the Endangered Species Act has overwhelmingly failed in its mission to recover vulnerable species,” said Rep. Newhouse. Newhouse continues, “In order to ensure that reforms to the ESA work for our species while also ending abuse of the law by anti-development activists, the Congressional Western Caucus and House Natural Resources Committee created the ‘ESA Working Group’ to propose solutions after hearing feedback from subject matter experts. The ESA Amendments Act is the result of this group, and I’m proud to introduce the bill along with Chairman Westerman. This bill will help recover species while allowing rural America to prosper.” “We can all agree that America’s rich biodiversity needs to be conserved for generations to come,” said Rep. Westerman. Westerman continues, “However, while initially well-intentioned, radical environmentalists have weaponized the Endangered Species Act to the point where the current law has patently failed to achieve its goals for species recovery. With the modernizing legislation we’re introducing today, we will make long-overdue reforms to the ESA and ensure the continued abundance of America's wildlife.” “It is beyond clear that the Endangered Species Act is broken,” said Rep. Stauber. Stauber continues, “A half-century after being signed into law, very few species listed as threatened or endangered have ever made it off the list. And whether it be the Gray Wolf or the Northern Long-Eared Bat, Minnesotans are facing the consequences of a broken … | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T21:43:57Z |
| https://schrier.house.gov/media/press-releases/congresswoman-schrier-brings-together-local-law-enforcement-and-business | Congresswoman Schrier Brings Together Local Law Enforcement and Business Leaders to Combat Organized Retail Crime | 2024-09-10 | 2024 | 2024-09 | Democrat | House | WA | Kim Schrier | S001216 | schrier.house.gov | schrier | https://schrier.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | COVINGTON, WA – Today, Congresswoman Kim Schrier, M.D. (WA-08) hosted a press conference to highlight the challenges that organized retail theft poses to law enforcement and local businesses. Congresswoman Schrier was joined by local leaders, including Covington Police Chief Adam Easterbrook, King County Prosecutor Leesa Manion, Covington Mayor Jeff Wagner, Covington City Manager Regan Bolli, and Vice President of Washington Organized Retail Crime Association Carl Kleinknecht. LINK: Video of the press conference can be found here. Organized retail crime has become increasingly prevalent across the United States, threatening local businesses and jobs, putting employees and customers at risk, and fueling transnational criminal organizations’ illicit activities, including human, drug, and weapons trafficking. To address this issue, Congresswoman Schrier has co-sponsored the Combating Organized Retail Crime Act, a bipartisan, bicameral bill that takes steps to crack down on organized retail crime by establishing a Coordination Center located within the DHS, combining expertise from federal, state, and local law enforcement agencies along with the private sector to create a national strategy to curb organized retail crime including increased penalties. “I’ve heard from law enforcement, local businesses, and constituents throughout the Eighth District who are concerned about the rise and impact of organized retail crime,'' said Congresswoman Schrier. “This is a serious issue - not only does organized retail crime harm local businesses and threaten our public safety, but the money stolen in these crimes helps to fund other illegal activities that further increase crime in our communities. I’ve proudly worked alongside local law enforcement to combat this issue by securing federal funds to make sure our officers are well-equipped and by pushing legislation like the Combatting Organized Retail Crime Act.” “Organized Retail Theft is a growing problem in the region that affects everyone,” said Covington Police Chief Ada… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T21:43:57Z |
| https://delbene.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=3951 | DelBene: Claims that Expanded Child Tax Credit Would Harm Families, Reduce Work are ‘Untethered from Reality’ | 2024-09-09 | 2024 | 2024-09 | Democrat | House | WA | Suzan K. DelBene | D000617 | delbene.house.gov | delbene | https://delbene.house.gov/news/documentquery.aspx?DocumentTypeID=27 | scraper | Today, Congresswoman Suzan DelBene (WA-01) responded to a recent American Enterprise Institute article that claims that Democrats’ efforts to bring back and make permanent the enhanced Child Tax Credit “punishes working families” and would “discourage parental employment and risk harming the long-run prospects of children.” “The idea that permanently expanding the Child Tax Credit would harm families or discourage parents from working is untethered from reality. We don’t need to guess how the expanded Child Tax Credit would work because Democrats put this program in place in 2021 and the results couldn’t have been clearer. The expanded Child Tax Credit was one of the largest tax cuts for working families and cut childhood poverty nearly in half during some of the most challenging times of the pandemic. This is in large part because the expansion reached the one-in-three kids left behind by the existing credit. “The consistent claim from conservatives that the expanded credit discouraged parents from working is also disproven by the data. A review of the impacts of the 2021 program clearly shows that the expanded Child Tax Credit had no significant impact on parental employment. Instead, the expanded credit empowered parents with the resources they needed to get back to work by paying for child care and other necessities of raising children. “The pervasive use of this disproven claim aligns with Republicans’ consistent disregard for the facts. We have a proven solution in Democrats’ expanded Child Tax Credit, and we must make it permanent to give our kids the best chance at a bright future.” Background: | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T21:43:57Z |
| https://adamsmith.house.gov/news/press-releases/rep-smith-statement-death-aysenur-ezgi-eygi | Rep. Smith Statement on the Death of Aysenur Ezgi Eygi | 2024-09-07 | 2024 | 2024-09 | Democrat | House | WA | Adam Smith | S000510 | adamsmith.house.gov | adamsmith | https://adamsmith.house.gov/news/press-releases | scraper | SEATTLE, WA – Representative Adam Smith (D-Wash.) issued the following statement in response to the death of Aysenur Ezgi Eygi: “Yesterday we learned about the fatal shooting in the West Bank of Aysenur Ezgi Eygi, a Seattle resident and constituent of Washington's Ninth District. Eygi graduated from the University of Washington last May. My thoughts are with her family and loved ones. "Reports indicate that Eygi was killed while protesting settlements in the West Bank. As we learn more about this shooting, I urge the Israeli government to deliver answers quickly and thoroughly. The perpetrators must be held accountable with a full, thorough, and transparent investigation. "More broadly, what Prime Minister Netanyahu is allowing to happen in the West Bank with Israeli settlement expansion is illegal, destabilizing, and violates the rights of Palestinians living in the West Bank. Israeli settlement expansion has to stop. Continuing down this path undermines the viability of a Palestinian state. Without durable states for both the Israeli and Palestinian people, the region will continue to face the violence and instability it has suffered for generations. The continued hostilities and violence in the West Bank puts lives and the regional security at risk. Countless civilians have been killed in the West Bank since October 7, escalating regional violence - it must stop. We must take steps that bring us closer to the ultimate goal of creating a path to peace in the region." | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T21:43:57Z |
| https://jayapal.house.gov/2024/09/06/jayapal-statement-on-u-s-citizen-killed-in-west-bank/ | Jayapal Statement on U.S. Citizen Killed in West Bank | 2024-09-06 | 2024 | 2024-09 | Democrat | House | WA | Pramila Jayapal | J000298 | jayapal.house.gov | jayapal | https://jayapal.house.gov/category/press-releases/ | scraper | SEATTLE, WA – U.S. Representative Pramila Jayapal (WA-07) released the following statement after Aysenur Eygi, a recent University of Washington graduate, was killed while protesting occupation in the West Bank: “My heart goes out to Aysenur’s family, friends, and loved ones. This is a terrible tragedy, and I extend my condolences to all those in mourning today. My office is actively working to gather more information on the events that led to her death. “I am very troubled by the reports that she was killed by Israeli Defense Forces (IDF) soldiers. The Netanyahu government has done nothing to stop settlement expansion and settler violence in the West Bank, often encouraged by right-wing ministers of the Netanyahu government. The killing of an American citizen is a terrible proof point in this senseless war of rising tensions in the region.” Aysenur Eygi was a U.S. citizen who graduated from the University of Washington in 2024. | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T21:43:57Z |
| https://schrier.house.gov/media/press-releases/congresswoman-schrier-tours-local-planned-parenthood-clinic-highlights-need | Congresswoman Schrier Tours Local Planned Parenthood Clinic, Highlights Need to Ensure Access to Care | 2024-09-05 | 2024 | 2024-09 | Democrat | House | WA | Kim Schrier | S001216 | schrier.house.gov | schrier | https://schrier.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | PUYALLUP, WA – Yesterday, Congresswoman Kim Schrier, M.D. (WA-08) toured a local Planned Parenthood health center together with Congresswoman Marilyn Strickland (WA-10). During her visit, Representative Schrier heard from staff about the impact of the Dobbs decision on Washington State and the healthcare workforce issues they’ve encountered. She also discussed her work in Congress to strengthen reproductive rights. Direct to camera from Representatives Schrier and Strickland can be found here. Following the Supreme Court’s Dobbs decision, states across the country have enacted extreme abortion restrictions and outright bans. These restrictions have put the health and lives of millions of women at risk. Lawmakers have continued their attacks on women’s health by targeting the long ago approved medication Mifepristone, and treatments like in vitro fertilization (IVF). “Since the Supreme Court’s Dobbs decision, reproductive rights have been under attack across the country. Clinics like the Planned Parenthood in Puyallup play an essential role in providing primary care for millions of women, and I’m proud to have met to discuss how we can work together to expand access to the full spectrum of reproductive care,” said Congresswoman Schrier. “While extreme Republicans continue to attack all aspects of women’s health care, I will continue to fight in Congress to restore reproductive rights nationwide.” “Planned Parenthood provides essential healthcare for patients,” said Congresswoman Strickland. “I remain committed to ensuring that all women, regardless of where they live or their economic background, have equitable access to safe and affordable reproductive healthcare.” "We were excited to welcome Rep. Marilyn Strickland and Rep. Kim Shrier to our Puyallup Health Center yesterday. We are grateful for their strong history of support for bodily autonomy and reproductive freedom — especially as we witness the devastating effects of abortion bans in neighboring states,” said Courtney Normand, State Director for Plann… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T21:43:57Z |
| https://strickland.house.gov/2024/09/05/strickland-schrier-tour-puyallup-planned-parenthood/ | Strickland, Schrier Tour Puyallup Planned Parenthood | 2024-09-05 | 2024 | 2024-09 | Democrat | House | WA | Marilyn Strickland | S001159 | strickland.house.gov | strickland | https://strickland.house.gov/category/press_release/ | scraper | Lakewood, WA –Congresswoman Marilyn Strickland (WA-10) and Congresswoman Kim Schrier, M.D. (WA-08) visited Planned Parenthood’s Puyallup Health Center for a clinic tour and a roundtable discussion on reproductive rights with local providers. “Planned Parenthood provides essential healthcare for patients,” said Strickland. “I remain committed to ensuring that all women, regardless of where they live or their economic background, have equitable access to safe and affordable reproductive healthcare.” “Since the Supreme Court’s Dobbs decision, reproductive rights have been under attack across the country. Clinics like the Planned Parenthood in Puyallup play an essential role in providing primary care for millions of women, and I’m proud to have met today to discuss how we can work together to expand access to the full spectrum of reproductive care,” said Congresswoman Schrier. “While extreme Republicans continue to attack all aspects of women’s health care, I will continue to fight in Congress to restore reproductive rights nationwide.” “We were excited to welcome Rep. Marilyn Strickland and Rep. Kim Shrier to our Puyallup Health Center today. We are grateful for their strong history of support for bodily autonomy and reproductive freedom — especially as we witness the devastating effects of abortion bans in neighboring states. Rep. Strickland and Rep. Schier’s continued championing of sexual and reproductive health has a positive ripple effect across our affiliate as Washington has stepped up to the rising demand for essential health care, including abortion,” said Courtney Normand, State Director for Planned Parenthood Alliance Advocates – Washington. The lawmakers toured the waiting room, reception, and surgical area. This Puyallup Clinic, like most Planned Parenthood locations, also offers hormone therapy and other gender-affirming care for patients needing transition support. Following the Dobbs decision, Congresswoman Strickland and Dr. Schrier are both working to codify women’s right to choose through the… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T21:43:57Z |
| https://newhouse.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/newhouse-introduces-bill-protecting-american-farmland-foreign | Newhouse Introduces Bill Protecting American Farmland from Foreign Adversaries | 2024-08-30 | 2024 | 2024-08 | Republican | House | WA | Dan Newhouse | N000189 | newhouse.house.gov | newhouse | https://newhouse.house.gov/media-center/press-releases | scraper | Today, Rep. Dan Newhouse (WA-04) introduced the Protecting American Agriculture from Foreign Adversaries Act to add the Secretary of Agriculture to the Committee on Foreign Investment in the United States (CFIUS) and to take necessary actions to prohibit the purchase of U.S. agricultural land by foreign adversaries. “Food security is national security, and for too long, the federal government has allowed the Chinese Communist Party (CCP) to put our security at risk by turning a blind eye to their steadily increasing purchases of American farmland,” said Rep. Newhouse. Newhouse continues, “It is not enough to just discuss this issue—we must take immediate action to stop the CCP from further encroachment. By adding the Secretary of Agriculture to CFIUS, we can ensure much-needed oversight of agricultural land purchases by foreign adversaries, which will protect American farmers and the industry as a whole. The Chinese Communist Party has long sought to undermine our institutions and very way of life, and I am proud to lead this effort to support farmers in Central Washington and across the nation.” The bill adds the U.S. Secretary of Agriculture to CFIUS for transactions, including land, biotechnology, transportation, storage, and processing. It also requires the Secretary to report any transaction that can be considered a threat to national security. Rep. Newhouse is a member of the House Select Committee on the Chinese Communist Party, tasked with finding bipartisan solutions to the threat posed by the Chinese Communist Party and develop a plan of action to defend the American people, our economy, and our values. Full bill text can be found here. ### | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T21:36:13Z |
| https://jayapal.house.gov/2024/08/29/jayapal-helps-secure-4-million-for-washington-states-efforts-to-support-asylum-seekers/ | Jayapal Helps Secure $4 Million for Washington State’s Efforts to Support Asylum Seekers | 2024-08-29 | 2024 | 2024-08 | Democrat | House | WA | Pramila Jayapal | J000298 | jayapal.house.gov | jayapal | https://jayapal.house.gov/category/press-releases/ | scraper | SEATTLE – U.S. Representative Pramila Jayapal, Ranking Member of the Immigration Integrity, Security, and Enforcement Subcommittee, announced $4,039,516 in federal funding for the Washington State Department of Social & Health Services (WA-DSHS). This funding comes from the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) through the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) and U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP), and will support migrants arriving in King County. “Washington State has a long history of welcoming immigrants to the United States,” said Jayapal. “I am proud to have worked with the Washington delegation to advocate for and secure this much-needed funding for Washington. This federal investment will continue to support the efforts of the state and local governments, in addition to critical community and non-profit partners, in providing migrants, especially those from the Congo and Venezuela, with essential shelter and services. Seeking asylum is a right and all individuals must be able to do so with dignity.” This funding will support local communities in Washington State that have provided critical resources such as food, shelter, clothing, acute medical care, and transportation to individuals who have recently arrived in Washington and are awaiting their immigration court proceedings. Jayapal signed a letter of support for this grant in June. She also joined a letter advocating for increasing the availability of Shelter and Services Program funds (SSP-C) to additional entities in November of 2023. In January, Jayapal toured the Riverton Park United Methodist Church which has played an integral role in providing emergency shelter and services to asylum seekers. She met with community organizations, volunteers, advocates, and migrants to discuss the urgent need for federal investments to support the work of community organizations and local governments. | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T21:36:13Z |
| https://larsen.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=2921 | Larsen, Peltola and Smith Introduce Bipartisan Bill to Combat Childhood Hunger, Expand Access to Meals Outside of Regular School Hours | 2024-08-28 | 2024 | 2024-08 | Democrat | House | WA | Rick Larsen | L000560 | larsen.house.gov | larsen | https://larsen.house.gov/news/documentquery.aspx | scraper | WASHINGTON, D.C. – Reps. Rick Larsen (D-WA), Mary Peltola (D-AK) and Chris Smith (R-NJ) introduced the Summer Meals Act of 2024, a bipartisan bill to fight childhood hunger by expanding access to healthy, nutritious meals and snacks offered to students during the summer months. “Kids should be focused on learning and getting good grades instead of worrying about where their next meal will come from,” said Larsen, who represents Washington state’s Second Congressional District. “One in six children in Washington state faces hunger. With schools out, summer months are especially hard for children in low-income and underserved communities. The Summer Meals Act builds partnerships and breaks down barriers to ensure children in the Pacific Northwest and across the country get regular, healthy meals, regardless of the season.” “As a mom to seven, I understand the stress and financial commitment that it takes to feed a family,” said Peltola, who represents Alaska’s At-Large Congressional District. “The summer should be a time for families to be together, but for too many Alaska kids, it brings uncertainty and hunger. Our bill will ensure Alaska's future leaders have the nutrients they need to grow all year long.” What Does the Summer Meals Act Do? The Summer Meals Act reforms and expands the Summer Food Service Program (SFSP), a federal initiative that funds meals served by nonprofit organizations, school districts and public agencies to children during the summer months. Summer months are especially hard for low-income children to access meals because they lose access to free and reduced-price school meals. In July 2023, only 1 in every 7 children who relies on free or reduced-price lunch during the school year received a meal through the SFSP. The Summer Meals Act aims to close this gap. Specifically, the Summer Meals Act: Allows site sponsors to operate year-round, enabling SFSP participants to operate more efficiently. Lowers the area eligibility threshold from 50 percent to 40 percent, allowing areas with a… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T21:36:13Z |
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[member_name] TEXT,
[bioguide_id] TEXT,
[domain] TEXT,
[scraper] TEXT,
[source] TEXT,
[date_source] TEXT,
[text] TEXT,
[has_text] INTEGER,
[collected_at] TEXT,
[updated_at] TEXT
);
CREATE INDEX [idx_releases_date]
ON [releases] ([date]);
CREATE INDEX [idx_releases_year]
ON [releases] ([year]);
CREATE INDEX [idx_releases_party]
ON [releases] ([party]);
CREATE INDEX [idx_releases_chamber]
ON [releases] ([chamber]);
CREATE INDEX [idx_releases_state]
ON [releases] ([state]);
CREATE INDEX [idx_releases_bioguide_id]
ON [releases] ([bioguide_id]);
CREATE INDEX [idx_releases_has_text]
ON [releases] ([has_text]);