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https://larsen.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=4079 Larsen Announces New Funding to Save Lives, Improve Local Infrastructure 2025-12-23 2025 2025-12 Democrat House WA Rick Larsen L000560 larsen.house.gov larsen https://larsen.house.gov/news/documentquery.aspx scraper Today, Representative Rick Larsen (WA-02), the top Democrat on the House Transportation & Infrastructure Committee, applauded U.S. Department of Transportation’s (USDOT) announcement of nearly $1 billion in Safe Streets and Roads for All (SS4A) grant funding for projects aimed at improving road safety for all users, including pedestrians and cyclists. “Thanks to the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law, Everett and Mukilteo will get the resources they need to improve the safety of streets and roads and save lives,” Larsen said. “SS4A funding stops preventable tragedies and supports efforts to keep people safe and the economy moving. I look forward to continued partnerships with local communities to improve transportation safety in Northwest Washington.” Snohomish County Projects Awarded SS4A Grants The SS4A program, which invests $5 billion over five years in regional, local and Tribal initiatives to prevent roadway deaths and serious injuries, was established under the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law. Two projects in Washington’s Second Congressional District were awarded grants totaling $1.5 million in this round of grant announcements: - $1.2 million for the City of Everett to update an Active Transportation Plan, prepare an Evergreen Way corridor safety and operations plan, and pilot Intelligent Transportation Systems (ITS) - $300,000 for the City of Mukilteo to develop a Comprehensive Safety Action Plan. Washington state was awarded a total of more than $9.9 million for 15 projects. In Snohomish County, in addition to the Everett and Mukilteo awards, Mill Creek was awarded $1.8 million. What WA-02 Leaders Are Saying “I want to thank Rep. Larsen for being a champion and tireless advocate for Everett. This funding will advance our Vision Zero Everett work - helping us take meaningful steps toward safer streets and a better connected community. Strong partnerships between local and federal leaders allow us to make lasting, meaningful improvements that make a difference: protecting lives, improving quality of li… 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-06T20:09:11Z
https://adamsmith.house.gov/news/press-releases/congressman-adam-smith-applauds-passage-sound-insulation-repair-program-protect Congressman Adam Smith Applauds Passage of Sound Insulation Repair Program to Protect Airport-Adjacent Communities 2025-12-22 2025 2025-12 Democrat House WA Adam Smith S000510 adamsmith.house.gov adamsmith https://adamsmith.house.gov/news/press-releases scraper WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Representative Adam Smith (D-Wash) celebrates the passage of the Sound Insulation Treatment Repair and Replacement Program Act, legislation to help families living near major airports repair or replace failing sound insulation systems. For decades, federal sound insulation programs have reduced aircraft noise for nearby homes, but current rules generally prevent the Federal Aviation Administration from funding repairs when earlier insulation has deteriorated or failed. This legislation creates a limited FAA pilot program allowing select large hub airports to repair or replace previously installed insulation, with strict eligibility and independent verification requirements to ensure the program remains narrowly focused. “This legislation fixes a clear gap in federal policy that has left families dealing with failing sound insulation and no path forward,” said Representative Adam Smith. “It creates a targeted solution that helps protect public health and quality of life while supporting the continued operation of our aviation system.” Statements of support: “The Port wants to share our deepest gratitude to Representative Smith and Senator Murray for their multi-year leadership to get this important legislation passed into law. This provision will allow us to leverage our existing $5 million Port Levy Fund investment in our Sound Insulation Repair and Replacement Pilot Program to identify and fix an increased number of homes that are no longer receiving the expected noise protection. This is a win for the community, and the result of joint advocacy by the Port and the near-airport cities through the SEA Stakeholder Advisory Round Table (StART).” – Port of Seattle Commission President Toshiko Hasegawa. “SeaTac proudly connects Washington to the world, and we believe that connectivity must be paired with practical protections for nearby neighborhoods. This proposal advances a focused, homeowner-centered approach to repairing or replacing aging sound insulation where it is no longer perfo… 1 2026-04-04T05:28:40Z 2026-04-04T05:30:10Z
https://jayapal.house.gov/2025/12/22/house-and-senate-immigration-leaders-rebuke-trump-dhs-proposal-that-would-punish-immigrant-families-for-lawfully-accessing-health-care-and-food-assistance/ House and Senate Immigration Leaders Rebuke Trump DHS Proposal That Would Punish Immigrant Families for Lawfully Accessing Health Care and Food Assistance 2025-12-22 2025 2025-12 Democrat House WA Pramila Jayapal J000298 jayapal.house.gov jayapal https://jayapal.house.gov/category/press-releases/ scraper Washington, D.C. — House and Senate immigration leaders submitted a formal regulatory comment to the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) opposing the Trump Administration’s proposed “Public Charge Ground of Inadmissibility” rule, warning that the proposal unlawfully rewrites longstanding immigration law and would deter immigrant families from accessing basic health, nutrition, and housing assistance they are legally entitled to receive. The proposed rule would circumvent Congress to alter the meaning of “public charge,” a term that for more than 135 years has applied only to individuals who are primarily dependent on the government for subsistence. If an immigrant is determined likely to become a public charge, it can affect their eligibility to enter the U.S. The Trump Administration’s proposal would penalize immigrants for using supplemental benefits like health care, nutrition, or housing assistance that Congress deliberately made available to immigrant populations to support working families. “DHS is seeking to circumvent Congress by administratively altering the 135-year-old meaning of the term ‘public charge’ in violation of congressional intent. […] Congress has deliberately rejected the very changes that DHS now seeks to implement administratively in complete defiance of our will and intent,” the Members wrote. Congress has repeatedly revisited immigration law without ever redefining “public charge” to include the use of non-cash benefits. Federal agencies have long recognized that programs such as Medicaid, Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), and housing assistance are supplemental benefits that promote public health, food security, and housing stability to help working families remain self-sufficient. DHS’s proposal would ignite widespread fear and confusion in immigrant communities, leading families to forgo medical care, nutrition assistance, and housing support even when they qualify under federal law. DHS itself expressly concedes in the proposed rule that the policy could lead t… 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-06T20:09:11Z
https://baumgartner.house.gov/2025/12/19/after-colorado-acts-baumgartner-urges-governor-ferguson-to-opt-into-new-tax-credit-program-for-washington/ After Colorado Acts, Baumgartner Urges Governor Ferguson to Opt Into New Tax Credit Program for Washington 2025-12-19 2025 2025-12 Republican House WA Michael Baumgartner B001322 baumgartner.house.gov baumgartner https://baumgartner.house.gov/category/press-releases/ scraper WASHINGTON- Congressman Michael Baumgartner (WA-05) is calling on Governor Bob Ferguson to act swiftly and ensure Washington families can benefit from the new federal Tax Credit Program for Scholarship Granting Organizations (SGOs) created under the Working Families Tax Cuts and Jobs Act, landmark legislation passed by Republicans earlier this year. “I applaud Governor Polis of Colorado for expanding his state’s access to the new tax credit, a major win for families and school choice,” said Congressman Baumgartner. “Now it’s time for Governor Ferguson to do the same for Washington. Our students, families, and communities deserve the same access to flexible, high-quality education opportunities. Bob Ferguson needs to show that he is a protector of Washington students and not a puppet of Washington’s teachers union.” Effective January 1, 2027, this new federal tax credit will allow taxpayers to claim a refundable credit of up to $1,700 for individual filers who contribute to approved SGOs. These organizations provide scholarships to students attending public, private, and secondary schools, expanding access and flexibility for families to choose the educational environment that best fits their children. Scholarship funds may be used for tuition, fees, books, supplies, transportation, computers, special needs services, and other necessary educational expenses. Importantly, scholarships awarded through these SGOs will be tax-free income for recipients and their families — a direct investment in students and local schools. To enable Washington residents to take further advantage of this opportunity with state groups, Governor Ferguson must submit a list of qualified non-profits eligible to be SGOs to the U.S. Secretary of the Treasury by January 1st. Several states are already taking action, including Colorado, whose Governor Jared Polis recently announced Colorado’s intention to participate. 1 2026-05-07T13:38:59Z 2026-05-07T13:40:28Z
https://schrier.house.gov/media/press-releases/congresswoman-schrier-introduces-legislation-expand-access-healthy-nutritious Congresswoman Schrier Introduces Legislation to Expand Access to Healthy, Nutritious Food for Washington Families 2025-12-19 2025 2025-12 Democrat House WA Kim Schrier S001216 schrier.house.gov schrier https://schrier.house.gov/media/press-releases scraper WASHINGTON, D.C. – Representatives Kim Schrier, M.D. (WA-08), Jeff Van Drew (NJ-02), and Suzanne Bonamici (OR-01) introduced the Expanding Access to (EAT) Healthy Foods from Local Farmers Act, bipartisan legislation that aims to improve Americans’ access to nutritious food by making commonsense updates to The Emergency Food Assistance Program (TEFAP). “As a doctor, particularly as a pediatrician, I understand the crucial role that proper nutrition plays in our development, health, and well-being, and, conversely, the relationship between poor nutrition and so many of the preventable diseases that plague us today,” said Congresswoman Schrier, M.D. “All Americans, regardless of their income, should have access to good nutrition, and my bill helps to work towards that reality by getting fresh produce from local farmers to local food banks.” Earlier this year, funding for the USDA’s Local Food Purchase Assistance program, which allowed state and tribal governments to purchase and distribute regional foods, was cancelled. The EAT Healthy Foods Act provides a solution to the loss of this program by building a similar purchasing model into TEFAP. TEFAP is a federal program that provides low-income Americans with nutrition assistance in emergency situations. Through TEFAP, the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) purchases food and makes it available to local agencies such as food banks, soup kitchens, and more. Unfortunately, TEFAP is currently centered on long-lasting, processed products rather than fresh, local food. These restrictions make access to more nutritious produce out of reach for many American families. The EAT Healthy Foods from Local Farmers Act will expand and improve TEFAP by providing organizations with better access to fresh food. Specifically, the bill will: Add a new project type under TEFAP’s Farm to Food Bank Project Grants to provide federal funding to states for the purchase of locally grown food from small/beginning/underserved agricultural producers or entities to be distributed… 1 2026-04-04T05:28:40Z 2026-04-04T05:30:10Z
https://jayapal.house.gov/2025/12/18/jayapal-fletcher-demand-answers-as-trump-cancels-immigration-applications-citizenship-ceremonies/ Jayapal, Fletcher Demand Answers as Trump Cancels Immigration Applications, Citizenship Ceremonies 2025-12-18 2025 2025-12 Democrat House WA Pramila Jayapal J000298 jayapal.house.gov jayapal https://jayapal.house.gov/category/press-releases/ scraper WASHINGTON, D.C. — U.S. Representatives Pramila Jayapal (WA-07), Ranking Member of the Subcommittee on Immigration, Security, Integrity, and Enforcement, and Lizzie Fletcher (TX-07) are demanding answers after the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) announced they would indefinitely pause the immigration process for nationals from the countries listed in Trump’s travel ban. “Without clarity on how long this broad pause will last, soon-to-be citizens will be left in limbo for perpetuity, and families will be forced to remain separated,” wrote the Members. “What is clear is that no amount of vetting, moral character, or commitment to this country and its democratic values is enough to satiate the Trump Administration.” Based solely on immigrants’ country of origin, Trump’s USCIS is both pausing and canceling green card interviews, applications, naturalization interviews, and even oath ceremonies for immigrants who have completed rigorous vetting and have secured citizenship. These are people who have followed every process and undergone extensive and repeated vetting to secure legal status. “These naturalization ceremonies are a time of celebration, as soon-to-be U.S. citizens welcome their friends and family to witness their achievement of becoming a U.S. citizen. To deny this monumental achievement to those who have waited years, if not decades, to pledge the Oath of Allegiance. Delaying their naturalization through no fault of their own is a slap in the face to all those who have devoted their time and energy to become U.S. citizens,” continued the Members. “This sweeping action is unjustified, discriminatory, and inconsistent with our nation’s founding principles.” The Members are demanding answers on a timeline for when the pause will be lifted, any new background and security checks that are being run in the meantime, and a full report to Congress. The full text of the letter can be found here. The letter was also signed by Hakeem Jeffries (NY-08), Katherine Clark (MA-05), Pete Aguilar (CA… 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-06T20:09:11Z
https://jayapal.house.gov/2025/12/18/monopoly-busters-caucus-blasts-trump-administration-for-ending-key-partnership-with-states-that-protects-competition-in-the-agriculture-industry-lowers-prices-for-consumers/ Monopoly Busters Caucus Blasts Trump Administration for Ending Key Partnership with States that Protects Competition in the Agriculture Industry, Lowers Prices for Consumers 2025-12-18 2025 2025-12 Democrat House WA Pramila Jayapal J000298 jayapal.house.gov jayapal https://jayapal.house.gov/category/press-releases/ scraper WASHINGTON, DC -Today, The Monopoly Busters Caucus, led by Co-Chairs U.S. Representatives Angie Craig (MN-02), Pramila Jayapal (WA-07), Chris Deluzio (PA-17) and Pat Ryan (NY-18), blasted the Trump Administration for ending a key U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) partnership with bipartisan state attorneys general (AGs) that bolstered competition and tackled anticompetitive market structures in food and agricultural markets that have driven up prices for working Americans. Through the Agricultural Competition Partnership (ACP), USDA previously provided $15 million in funding, support, and expertise to under-resourced state AG offices to help facilitate partnerships between federal and state law enforcement in order to achieve fairer, more competitive markets and more resilient supply chains. This included a focus on price gouging and addressing market structure problems, barriers to competition, and conflicts of interest. In a letter to Agriculture Secretary Brooke Rollins, the caucus stressed the importance of the ACP in combatting market consolidation, which has decreased margins for family farmers, producers and small business owners, while increasing prices for consumers. The Members also demanded answers from Secretary Rollins about how USDA plans to promote competition in the food and agriculture industries and supply emergency price relief to American farmers, workers and consumers. “Ending the partnership with state AGs threatens competition and is contrary to President Trump’s stated goals of lowering food prices, helping struggling independent farmers, and promoting national security,” the Members wrote. “Consolidation in the food and agriculture markets is significant and remains a growing problem for farmers and consumers,” the Members continued. “In consolidated markets like food and agriculture, dominant firms are able to abuse their market power, cutting costs and underinvesting in workers, supply chains, and key food infrastructure; forcing consumers and small businesses to pay higher pric… 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-06T20:09:11Z
https://jayapal.house.gov/2025/12/18/monopoly-busters-caucus-chairs-call-for-an-investigation-into-instacarts-personalized-price-gouging/ Monopoly Busters Caucus Chairs Call for an Investigation into Instacart’s Personalized Price Gouging 2025-12-18 2025 2025-12 Democrat House WA Pramila Jayapal J000298 jayapal.house.gov jayapal https://jayapal.house.gov/category/press-releases/ scraper WASHINGTON, D.C. – The Monopoly Busters Caucus Chairs, Representatives Pramila Jayapal (WA-07), Chris Deluzio (PA-17), Pat Ryan (NY-18), and Angie Craig (MN-02), released the following statement calling for an investigation into Instacart’s reported use of AI-driven surveillance pricing to charge different customers different prices for the same items: “We are deeply alarmed by reports that Instacart is using AI to hike prices on unsuspecting customers based on their shopping habits. People shouldn’t be charged higher prices than their neighbors for the same milk or eggs because their grocery app is profiling them. This is personalized price gouging, plain and simple. “While hardworking Americans struggle to afford groceries, corporations like Instacart are inventing new ways to rip them off. Surveillance pricing is a blatant abuse of power by big tech — automating greed and making consumers pay the price. “Enough is enough. With Instacart processing hundreds of millions of orders yearly, these practices warrant urgent action. The FTC and state regulators must immediately investigate Instacart and hold it accountable for ripping off its customers. And we need to ban personalized price gouging to ensure that everyone pays a fair price.” Background Instacart’s pricing tactics are detailed in a new report from Groundwork Collaborative and Consumer Reports, “Same Cart, Different Price.” The report describes how Instacart uses AI-driven “price experiments” to maximize margins by charging different customers different prices for identical items at the same store. According to the report, Instacart deploys software from its subsidiary Eversight to identify the highest price an individual is willing to pay. This results in observed price swings as high as 23% and a potential “Instacart Tax” of $1,200 per year for a typical family. The investigation found that 74% of items tested were subject to these secret experiments. 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-06T20:09:11Z
https://jayapal.house.gov/2025/12/18/quigley-jayapal-mcbride-foushee-lead-legislation-to-endtrump-use-of-police-for-immigration-enforcement/ Quigley, Jayapal, McBride, Foushee Lead Legislation to EndTrump Use of Police for Immigration Enforcement 2025-12-18 2025 2025-12 Democrat House WA Pramila Jayapal J000298 jayapal.house.gov jayapal https://jayapal.house.gov/category/press-releases/ scraper Washington, D.C. – Today, U.S. Representatives Mike Quigley (IL-05), Pramila Jayapal (WA-07), Sarah McBride (DE-At Large), and Valerie Foushee (NC-04) re-introduced the Protecting the Rights of Towns against federal Enforcement contrary to Constitutional Tenets for (PROTECT) Immigration Act, legislation which would end the deputization of local and state police departments to enforce immigration law. The PROTECT Immigration Act would rescind the statutory authority for the federal government’s 287(g) Program, which allows the Department of Homeland Security to enter into agreements with state and local law enforcement agencies to enforce federal immigration law. “The Trump administration just spent months terrorizing immigrants in the Chicagoland area. Their actions led to domestic violence victims fleeing a courthouse rather than receive restraining orders against their abusers, all out of fear that ICE or local law enforcement would detain and deport them,” said Representative Mike Quigley (IL-05). “I met with immigrants and their neighbors who are afraid to call for help or report crimes in their neighborhoods because of Trump’s deliberate erosion of trust between communities and local police. And now the Trump administration is running ads targeting local police and offering $50,000 signing bonuses to pull critical law enforcement away from day-to-day policing in order to arrest and detain hardworking immigrants with no criminal records. We must bring an end to the 287(g) program and cut off one of the avenues this administration has exploited to intimidate immigrant communities.” “Allowing local law enforcement to be deputized to kidnap and disappear immigrants undercuts the trust that local police rely on to maintain public safety in our communities,” said Representative Pramila Jayapal (WA-07). “Immigrants and their U.S. citizen loved ones stop reporting crimes out of fear of being kidnapped and deported. Local police are spread thin enforcing federal civil immigration law. We know that Trump is not targ… 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-06T20:09:11Z
https://jayapal.house.gov/2025/12/18/ranking-member-jayapal-denounces-the-trump-administrations-shameful-denaturalization-quota/ Ranking Member Jayapal Denounces the Trump Administration’s Shameful Denaturalization Quota 2025-12-18 2025 2025-12 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 (WA-07), Ranking Member of the Immigration Integrity, Security, and Enforcement Subcommittee, issued the following statement in response to new guidance that the Trump Administration will require U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services to “supply Office of Immigration Litigation with 100-200 denaturalization cases per month” to increase denaturalizations: “I am absolutely outraged by the Trump Administration’s plan to denaturalize American citizens by the hundreds every single month and use the immigration system to terrorize immigrants across this country, including US citizens. According to reports, between 2017 and today, there have been just over 120 denaturalization cases filed in total. These arbitrary numerical targets Trump has put out show that he is using the immigration system to go after anyone who disagrees with him, anyone who comes from countries he doesn’t like or decides to call ‘shithole’ countries, anyone he wants to terrorize into submission. Trump’s campaign of terror has never been about going after the ‘worst of the worst,’ and this latest move makes that crystal clear. “Every U.S. citizen should be outraged by this. If he can do this to ‘them,’ he can certainly do it to you. “As a proud naturalized citizen myself, one of only two dozen to serve in the United States Congress and now the top Democrat on the Immigration Subcommittee, I understand the deep meaning and privilege of becoming a US citizen. I came to this country when I was 16, alone, and with nothing in my pockets, and spent 17 years on an alphabet soup of visas before becoming a U.S. citizen. I treasure that moment to this day and take seriously my oath to this country — as so many millions of naturalized citizens do. The process is lengthy and meaningful, offering the security of knowing I am at home here, never to be separated from my U.S. citizen child and spouse or from the country where I’ve built my life and career. The idea that our own government would now seek … 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-06T20:09:11Z
https://larsen.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=4077 Larsen Celebrates Wins for Washington State in Coast Guard Authorization Act 2025-12-18 2025 2025-12 Democrat House WA Rick Larsen L000560 larsen.house.gov larsen https://larsen.house.gov/news/documentquery.aspx scraper Today, Representative Rick Larsen (WA-02) released the following statement after the Senate passed the Coast Guard Authorization Act (CGAA) as part of the Fiscal Year 2026 National Defense Authorization Act: “The Coast Guard Authorization Act invests in Washington state’s Coasties and the communities they serve – from better equipping marine firefighters to preventing and responding to oil spills to extending the whale desk,” said Rep. Larsen. “I have proudly supported this bill to make sure the women and men who keep our seas safe have the resources they need to achieve mission success and protect Washingtonians. I am glad to see it move to the President’s desk and I urge him to sign it into law.” The CGAA includes key provisions to support Coasties in the Pacific Northwest and keep Washingtonians safe, including: Extension of the Cetacean Desk The CGAA provides a two-year extension of the pilot program that established the whale desk at Coast Guard Base Seattle. This program provides real-time whale location data for mariners to prevent ship strikes and noise disturbance while also protecting whale species. International Oil Spill Contingency Planning In response to the increased oil tanker traffic entering Canadian waters north of Puget Sound, the CGAA requires the Coast Guard to update and modernize oil spill response plans and agreements with Canada in the event of a cross-jurisdiction spill. Salvaging and Marine Firefighting (SMFF) In response to the tragic passing of a community member during the 2022 sinking of the Aleutian Isle off Sunset Point in Rep. Larsen’s district, the CGAA allows for verification of SMFF capacity in vessel response plans to ensure that ships are stocked with the necessary salvage and marine firefighting equipment. Seattle Property Negotiating The CGAA broadens the scope of cooperative agreements into which the U.S. Coast Guard can enter, including with Tribal organizations. This will allow the Coast Guard to better negotiate with Muckleshoot and Suquamish tribes over lan… 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-06T20:09:11Z
https://larsen.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=4078 Larsen and WA Democratic Members Demand Answers from ICE on Deteriorating Conditions and Inadequate Food, Medical Care, and Access to Legal Counsel at NWIPC 2025-12-18 2025 2025-12 Democrat House WA Rick Larsen L000560 larsen.house.gov larsen https://larsen.house.gov/news/documentquery.aspx scraper Today, Representative Rick Larsen (WA-02) and Democratic members of Washington state’s congressional delegation sent aletter to Acting Director of U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) Todd Lyons expressing grave concerns with conditions at the Northwest ICE Processing Center (NWIPC) in Tacoma, Washington and demanding answers to a long list of questions regarding overcrowding and lack of access to medical services, food, and legal counsel for individuals detained at the facility. The population at NWIPC has ballooned over the past year under the Trump administration’s indiscriminate and cruel mass deportation campaign, nearing—and at times exceeding—the facility’s maximum capacity of 1,575. In addition to Rep. Larsen, Senators Patty Murray (D-WA) and Maria Cantwell (D-WA), as well as U.S. Representatives Suzan DelBene (D, WA-01), Emily Randall (D, WA-06), Pramila Jayapal (D, WA-07), Kim Schrier (D, WA-08), Adam Smith (D, WA-09) and Marilyn Strickland (D, WA-10), also signed the letter. “Our offices have received reports from local service providers and advocates that conditions and access to services at NWIPC have deteriorated in the last year as ICE has chosen to detain more individuals at the facility,” the Members wrote in their letter. “In June, detained individuals were reportedly transferred to Alaska—far away from their families and legal representatives—because NWIPC reached capacity. None of this is remotely acceptable—you and the entire Trump administration have a basic moral and legal obligation to the people who have been detained and are under your care.” “It is well established at this point that this Administration is not prioritizing detaining violent criminals, but instead is detaining mostly peaceful, law-abiding immigrants with no criminal record who work hard and contribute to our communities,” the lawmakers continued. “With this in mind, we urge ICE to release noncitizens who do not pose a threat to public safety and to ensure necessary staff levels at NWIPC to protect the safety… 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-06T20:09:11Z
https://delbene.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=4236 DelBene, Moore Lead Inquiry into How IRS is Using AI 2025-12-17 2025 2025-12 Democrat House WA Suzan K. DelBene D000617 delbene.house.gov delbene https://delbene.house.gov/news/documentquery.aspx?DocumentTypeID=27 scraper Today, Congresswomen Suzan DelBene (WA-01) and Gwen Moore (WI-04), along with Members of the House Ways and Means Committee, sent a letter to the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) regarding the agency’s use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) to write code used to manage Americans’ taxpayer data. A recent study found that AI-generated source code is frequently inaccurate. Developers often spend as much or more time checking and rewriting the code that AI systems produced than if they were to write it themselves. The lawmakers are seeking answers about the IRS’s plan to rely on AI tools to interface with its decades-old Common Business-Oriented Language (COBOL) systems, which continue to underpin the Individual Master File (IMF), the core repository for taxpayer information since the 1960s. These questions come at an especially critical time when the IRS has already lost 25% of its IT staff since early 2025, and the next tax filing season is just around the corner. “We hope this Administration shares our goal of ensuring any use of AI by the IRS is appropriately scrutinized, especially given the importance and significance of maintaining the integrity of the IMF and protecting taxpayer data from inappropriate access or exposure,” the lawmakers wrote. They expressed concerns about the risks of using AI, especially when dealing with systems that manage sensitive taxpayer information and which are also responsible for processing tax returns for hundreds of millions of Americans. In the letter, the lawmakers sought information on the agency’s current and future AI use with its legacy COBOL systems, efforts to address potential inaccuracies and limitations, and taxpayer data protections. Questions raised include: To what extent has the IRS already started deploying AI to interact with its legacy COBOL systems and what future deployments are planned? What processes are in place to review the conversions and AI source coding before, during, and after new AI-created code implementation to ensure it is accurate, including … 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-06T20:09:11Z
https://delbene.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=4237 DelBene, Whitehouse Introduce Carbon Border Adjustment to Boost Domestic Manufacturers, Tackle Climate Change 2025-12-17 2025 2025-12 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 Senate Environment and Public Works Ranking Member Sheldon Whitehouse (RI) reintroduced the Clean Competition Act, legislation to make American companies more competitive in the global marketplace and cut planet-warming greenhouse gas emissions with a carbon border adjustment. On average, U.S. manufacturers are over 50 percent less carbon-intensive than manufacturers in the rest of the world. Chinese manufacturers are more than three times as carbon-intensive as American ones, and India’s are more than four times as carbon-intensive. The Clean Competition Act would create a U.S. carbon border adjustment linked to a new domestic industrial performance standard. Importing foreign producers or domestic manufacturers that exceeded the standard would be required to pay a charge for any emissions over the standard. The levy would begin at $60 per ton and increase by six percent above inflation per year. The bill would cover the imports and domestic manufacturing of energy-intensive industries, including fossil fuels, refined petroleum products, petrochemicals, fertilizer, hydrogen, adipic acid, cement, iron and steel, aluminum, glass, pulp and paper, and ethanol. In 2028, coverage would begin expanding to more complex downstream goods. The president would be able to negotiate carbon clubs to drive down global greenhouse gas emissions and expand markets for low-carbon industrial goods. In exchange, countries would be able to receive a reduction in foreign carbon intensity charges and first preference for the bill’s foreign assistance funding. “For too long, American industries producing goods in a less carbon-intensive way have been undercut by foreign competitors with dirtier production processes. Washington saw this firsthand with the closure of the Intalco aluminum smelter due to Chinese overproduction, resulting in the loss of over 700 good-paying union jobs. We can address the climate crisis while defending American industries with the Clean Competition Act,” said… 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-06T20:09:11Z
https://jayapal.house.gov/2025/12/17/jayapal-statement-on-newhouse-retirement/ Jayapal Statement on Newhouse Retirement 2025-12-17 2025 2025-12 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 (WA-07) released the following statement on the retirement of Dan Newhouse (WA-04): “It has been an honor to serve in the Washington State Delegation with Representative Newhouse, and I have greatly appreciated his leadership to provide a roadmap to citizenship for farmworkers and partnership on local issues, including designating MoPOP as the National Museum of Pop Culture. “I also thank him for the courage he exhibited as one of only ten House Republicans who stood up for our democracy and the rule of law in this country by voting to impeach Donald Trump after the January 6th attack. “He will be missed in Congress, and I wish him and his family the best in retirement.” 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-06T20:09:11Z
https://jayapal.house.gov/2025/12/17/subcommittee-ranking-member-jayapals-opening-statement-at-hearing-on-trumps-assault-on-legal-immigration/ Subcommittee Ranking Member Jayapal’s Opening Statement at Hearing on Trump’s Assault on Legal Immigration 2025-12-17 2025 2025-12 Democrat House WA Pramila Jayapal J000298 jayapal.house.gov jayapal https://jayapal.house.gov/category/press-releases/ scraper WASHINGTON, D.C. — Today, Rep. Pramila Jayapal, Ranking Member of the Subcommittee on Immigration Integrity, Security, and Enforcement, delivered opening remarks at a hearing on President Donald Trump’s assault on the Temporary Protected Status (TPS) program. Below are Ranking Member Jayapal’s remarks, as prepared for delivery, at today’s hearing. WATCH Subcommittee Ranking Member Jayapal’s opening statement. Ranking Member Pramila Jayapal Subcommittee on Immigration Integrity, Security, and Enforcement Hearing on “The Impacts of Temporary Protected Status” December 17, 2025 Mr. Chairman, thank you for holding this hearing on an issue that goes to the core of who we are as a country: Temporary Protected Status (or TPS). This program, established by Congress in 1990, provides people who are already in the United States a safe haven when their home countries are devastated by armed conflict, natural disaster, or other extraordinary conditions. TPS is built on the simple idea that we as a country should not force people back to deadly and life-threatening conditions. This principle has guided both Republican and Democratic administrations for decades. But today, the Trump Administration is dismantling this long-standing commitment. They are ending TPS for countries where conditions are still extraordinarily dangerous. Countries like Haiti, Venezuela, and South Sudan, all of which the Department of State currently lists under “Level 4: Do Not Travel” advisories, because of the dangerous and unstable conditions there. Let’s be honest about what this means. When TPS is terminated for these countries, we are forcing people to return to real and imminent harm. The actions by Secretary Noem will lead to people’s deaths. That goes against everything this country is supposed to stand for as well as our own laws. I’m sad to see us go down this path. But I can’t say I’m surprised. This is all part of this administration’s mass deportation agenda, which is wreaking havoc on this country. Heavily armed, masked men are … 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-06T20:09:11Z
https://jayapal.house.gov/2025/12/17/wa-democratic-members-demand-answers-from-ice-on-deteriorating-conditions-and-inadequate-food-medical-care-and-access-to-legal-counsel-at-nwipc/ WA Democratic Members Demand Answers from ICE on Deteriorating Conditions and Inadequate Food, Medical Care, and Access to Legal Counsel at NWIPC 2025-12-17 2025 2025-12 Democrat House WA Pramila Jayapal J000298 jayapal.house.gov jayapal https://jayapal.house.gov/category/press-releases/ scraper Washington, D.C. — Today, U.S. Senator Patty Murray (D-WA), Vice Chair of the Senate Appropriations Committee, led Members of the Washington state Congressional delegation in a letter to Acting Director of U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) Todd Lyons, expressing grave concerns with conditions at the Northwest ICE Processing Center (NWIPC) in Tacoma, Washington and demanding answers to a long list of questions regarding overcrowding and lack of access to medical services, food, and legal counsel for individuals detained at the facility. The population at NWIPC has ballooned over the past year under the Trump administration’s indiscriminate and cruel mass deportation campaign, nearing—and at times exceeding—the facility’s maximum capacity of 1,575. The letter was sent to ICE by: Senator Patty Murray (D-WA), Senator Maria Cantwell (D-WA) and U.S. Representatives Suzan DelBene (D, WA-01), Rick Larsen (D, WA-02), Emily Randall (D, WA-06), Pramila Jayapal (D, WA-07), Kim Schrier (D, WA-08), Adam Smith (D, WA-09), and Marilyn Strickland (D, WA-10). “Our offices have received reports from local service providers and advocates that conditions and access to services at NWIPC have deteriorated in the last year as Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) has chosen to detain more individuals at the facility,” the Members wrote in their letter. “In June, detained individuals were reportedly transferred to Alaska—far away from their families and legal representatives—because NWIPC reached capacity. None of this is remotely acceptable—you and the entire Trump administration have a basic moral and legal obligation to the people who have been detained and are under your care.” “It is well established at this point that this administration is not prioritizing detaining violent criminals, but instead is detaining mostly peaceful, law-abiding immigrants with no criminal record who work hard and contribute to our communities,” the lawmakers continued. “With this in mind, we urge ICE to release noncitizens who do not … 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-06T20:09:11Z
https://newhouse.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/newhouse-announces-he-will-not-seek-reelection Newhouse Announces He Will Not Seek Reelection 2025-12-17 2025 2025-12 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) released the following statement announcing he will not run for reelection in 2026. "I am announcing today that I will not seek reelection to the U.S. House of Representatives. Serving the Fourth District of Washington has been the honor of my life, and this decision comes with no reservations or remorse, only gratitude for the tremendous opportunity to have represented my home state in Congress. After over 25 years of public service, including more than a decade in the House, I am grateful to the Washingtonians who put their faith in me, as well as the colleagues I have served with on both sides of the aisle. Public service takes many forms. As I look forward to this new chapter and ways I can continue to serve my community and this great Nation, I do so with confidence that there are now qualified and serious people expressing interest in this office. Central Washington will have a strong, capable leader to whom I can pass the torch. I thank my family for their steadfast love and support which allowed me this opportunity to serve. I am truly humbled by this uniquely American journey that took a farm boy from Sunnyside, Washington clear across the country to represent his friends and neighbors in the ‘other’ Washington. I will continue to serve my district with energy and enthusiasm until the end of my term. God bless America and God bless the people of the Fourth District of Washington." ### 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-06T20:09:11Z
https://randall.house.gov/media/press-releases/randall-joins-wa-democratic-members-demanding-answers-ice-deteriorating Randall Joins WA Democratic Members in Demanding Answers from ICE on Deteriorating Conditions and Inadequate Food, Medical Care, and Access to Legal Counsel at NWIPC 2025-12-17 2025 2025-12 Democrat House WA Emily Randall R000621 randall.house.gov randall https://randall.house.gov/media/press-releases scraper Full letter available HERE WASHINGTON, D.C. — Today, U.S. Representative Emily Randall (D, WA-06) joined Senator Patty Murray (D-WA), and members of the Washington state democratic congressional delegation in sending a letter to Acting Director of U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) Todd Lyons, expressing grave concerns with conditions at the Northwest ICE Processing Center (NWIPC) in Tacoma, Washington. In the letter, the members demand answers to a long list of questions regarding overcrowding and lack of access to medical services, food, and legal counsel for individuals detained at the facility. The population at NWIPC has ballooned over the past year under the Trump administration’s indiscriminate and cruel mass deportation campaign, nearing—and at times exceeding—the facility’s maximum capacity of 1,575. “Our offices have received reports from local service providers and advocates that conditions and access to services at NWIPC have deteriorated in the last year as Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) has chosen to detain more individuals at the facility,” the Members wrote in their letter. “In June, detained individuals were reportedly transferred to Alaska—far away from their families and legal representatives—because NWIPC reached capacity. None of this is remotely acceptable—you and the entire Trump administration have a basic moral and legal obligation to the people who have been detained and are under your care.” “It is well established at this point that this administration is not prioritizing detaining violent criminals, but instead is detaining mostly peaceful, law-abiding immigrants with no criminal record who work hard and contribute to our communities,” the lawmakers continued. “With this in mind, we urge ICE to release noncitizens who do not pose a threat to public safety and to ensure necessary staff levels at NWIPC to protect the safety and basic dignity of the people in its custody.” Rep. Randall joined Senators Patty Murray (D-WA), Maria Cantwell (D-WA) and U.S. Reps. Su… 1 2026-04-04T05:28:40Z 2026-04-04T05:30:10Z
https://jayapal.house.gov/2025/12/16/jayapal-massie-lead-bipartisan-effort-to-repeal-2001-aumf-end-forever-wars/ Jayapal, Massie Lead Bipartisan Effort to Repeal 2001 AUMF, End Forever Wars 2025-12-16 2025 2025-12 Democrat House WA Pramila Jayapal J000298 jayapal.house.gov jayapal https://jayapal.house.gov/category/press-releases/ scraper WASHINGTON, D.C. — U.S. Representatives Pramila Jayapal (WA-07) and Thomas Massie (KY-04) are leading a bipartisan group of lawmakers to fully repeal the 2001 Authorized Use of Military Force (AUMF). Notably, the 2001 AUMF is the only AUMF in American history that does not have a named enemy, geographic scope, a duration for which the authorization is active, or a list of specifically authorized operations. “The United States has used the nebulous term ‘War on Terror’ to conduct military operations around the world for more than two decades. It is long overdue that we overhaul these broad authorities that enable the Executive Branch to conduct these operations with little to no oversight,” said Jayapal. “The American people do not want these forever wars. As the Trump Administration threatens military force in Nigeria and as they conduct strikes against alleged narcoterrorists, Congress must reassert our constitutional power to declare war to protect our servicemembers and our national security.” “For almost a quarter of a century, this AUMF has been used to justify open-ended military operations across multiple countries, against groups and individuals that did not even exist in 2001 and were not connected to 9/11, without congressional authorization or oversight,” said Rep. Massie, “Too many American lives and too much American treasure has been expended on these endless foreign conflicts.” In the decades since the U.S. invasion of Afghanistan in October 2001, the original action authorized by this AUMF, numerous presidential administrations have used it as justification for actions against more than half a dozen groups around the world, including “associated forces” and “successor entities” of al-Qaeda, even in instances where there are negligible or no ties to the actors that carried out the September 11th attacks. While the ability to engage in counterterror operations is vital to U.S. national security interests, this AUMF is overly broad and abdicates Congress’ constitutional role to authorize hostilit… 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-06T20:09:11Z
https://larsen.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=4076 Larsen Announces Commitment from USPS to Keep Glacier Post Office Open 2025-12-16 2025 2025-12 Democrat House WA Rick Larsen L000560 larsen.house.gov larsen https://larsen.house.gov/news/documentquery.aspx scraper Today, Representative Rick Larsen (WA-02) released the following statement after the U.S. Postal Service (USPS) assured his office that it would work to secure a new contract for local postal services and keep the Glacier Post Office open: “After Glacier residents raised concerns that their post office could close and disrupt mail services, I pressed USPS for assurances to keep this critical post office open. I am glad that the Postal Service committed to keeping the Glacier Post Office open and working to finalize a new contract to continue local postal services. “I will continue to work with local leaders to ensure that USPS follows through on this commitment so the approximately 300 people who call Glacier home can receive their medications, ballots, paychecks, bills and other necessities.” On November 18, 2025, Rep. Larsen wrote to Postmaster General David Steiner on behalf of Glacier residents, requesting clarity about Glacier Post Office operations and assurances the Post Office would remain open. The full text of Rep. Larsen's November letter available here. On December 5, 2025, USPS responded to Rep. Larsen and committed to working to keep the Glacier Post Office open. The full text of that response is available here. ### 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-06T20:09:11Z
https://adamsmith.house.gov/news/press-releases/congressman-adam-smith-condemns-bondi-beach-antisemitic-attack-and-brown Congressman Adam Smith Condemns Bondi Beach Antisemitic Attack and Brown University Shooting 2025-12-15 2025 2025-12 Democrat House WA Adam Smith S000510 adamsmith.house.gov adamsmith https://adamsmith.house.gov/news/press-releases scraper WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Representative Adam Smith (D-Wash.) today condemned two deadly shootings that occurred over the weekend, including the antisemitic terrorist attack at a Hanukkah celebration near Bondi Beach in Sydney, Australia, and the shooting at Brown University in Providence, Rhode Island. “Our hearts are with the victims, their families, and the communities affected by the tragic deadly shootings over the weekend. The antisemitic attack at a Hanukkah celebration near Bondi Beach was a deliberate act of hatred against Jewish families celebrating their faith, and it is a painful reminder that antisemitism remains a real and dangerous threat around the world. At the same time, the shooting at Brown University once again underscores the devastating toll of gun violence on our communities. No one should fear for their safety while celebrating a holiday or attending school. We must stand united against antisemitism, racism, and all forms of hatred, and continue working with urgency to protect our communities and prevent this kind of violence from happening again.” 1 2026-04-04T05:28:40Z 2026-04-04T05:30:10Z
https://schrier.house.gov/media/press-releases/congresswoman-schriers-bipartisan-bill-improve-quality-and-nutrition-school Congresswoman Schrier’s Bipartisan Bill To Improve the Quality and Nutrition of School Lunches Heads To the President’s Desk To Be Signed Into Law 2025-12-15 2025 2025-12 Democrat House WA Kim Schrier S001216 schrier.house.gov schrier https://schrier.house.gov/media/press-releases scraper WASHINGTON, DC – Today, the United States House of Representatives voted to pass Congresswoman Kim Schrier’s, M.D. (WA-08), bipartisan legislation to improve the quality and nutrition of school lunches by allowing public schools to serve reduced-fat and whole milk. The Whole Milk for Healthy Kids Act was unanimously passed by the Senate last month and now heads to the president’s desk to be signed into law. “As a pediatrician, I know how important a balanced and nutritious diet is for children’s health and development, and I’m thrilled that my bipartisan bill has passed the House and is heading to the president's desk,” said Congresswoman Schrier, M.D. “Ensuring that our children have access to a healthy diet is fundamental to their physical growth, academic performance, and overall well-being, and can set the foundation for lifelong healthy eating habits. Milk is a significant part of many children’s diets and contains essential nutrients that keep them full and healthy. This bill will improve children's nutrition by allowing schools to provide the types of milk most kids prefer to drink, and I’m eager to see this legislation signed into law.” “I have worked for a decade to restore whole milk to our school cafeterias, which have been limiting healthy choices for students, but that changes today,” said Congressman Glenn ‘GT’ Thompson, Chairman of the House Committee on Agriculture. “Whole milk is an essential building block for a well-rounded and balanced diet, and students should have the option to choose the milk they love. I am proud that my bill, the Whole Milk for Healthy Kids Act, passed the House today and now heads to President Trump’s desk for his signature.” Whole milk has been prohibited in school lunches for over a decade due to the Healthy, Hunger-Free Kids Act of 2010. That bill changed nutrition standards and mandated that flavored milk be fat-free and traditional milk be, at most, 1% fat. Congresswoman Schrier’s bill would amend the nutrition standards and allow schools to serve flavored and un… 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-06T20:09:11Z
https://strickland.house.gov/2025/12/15/strickland-military-life-insurance-bill-becomes-law/ Strickland Military Life Insurance Bill Becomes Law 2025-12-15 2025 2025-12 Democrat House WA Marilyn Strickland S001159 strickland.house.gov strickland https://strickland.house.gov/category/press_release/ scraper Washington, DC – Today, Congresswoman Marilyn Strickland’s (WA-10), Fairness for Servicemembers and Their Families Act of 2025, became law. The legislation ensures life insurance packages for servicemembers and veterans will account for changes in the economy. The Senate version of the bill was led by Senator John Cornyn (R-TX). “Our servicemembers put their lives on the line for their country and we must protect the well-being of their families in the event of a tragedy,” said Strickland. “This new law makes it clear that our nation will always stand by our military families.” “We need to make sure service members, veterans, and their families have the financial support they need and deserve,” said Senator Cornyn. “I’m grateful to President Trump for his unwavering support of our brave men and women in uniform and for signing this bill into law, which will help ensure the Veterans Affairs Department can offer competitive life insurance packages that keep pace with the current cost of living.” 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. Originally introduced in 2023 by Strickland, Fairness for Servicemembers and Their Families passed the House in the 118th Congress. Strickland reintroduced the legislation during the 119th Congress with Keith Self (TX-03) and U.S. Senators John Cornyn (R-TX), Maggie Hassan (D-NH), Ted Cruz (R-TX), and Angus King (I-ME). The bill then passed the Senate, before being signed into law by the President on Friday, December 12, 2025. Congresswoman Marilyn Strickland (WA-10) serves on the House Armed Services Committee and the House Transportation and Infrastructure Committee. She is Whip of the New Democrat Coalition, Secretary of the Congressional Black Caucus, and is one of the first Korean-American women elected to Congress. ### 1 2026-04-04T05:28:40Z 2026-04-04T05:30:10Z
https://larsen.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=4074 Larsen Releases Statement on Bondi Beach Shooting 2025-12-14 2025 2025-12 Democrat House WA Rick Larsen L000560 larsen.house.gov larsen https://larsen.house.gov/news/documentquery.aspx scraper Today, Representative Rick Larsen (WA-02) released the following statement on the shooting in Bondi Beach, Australia targeting a Hanukkah celebration: "I am devastated for the people killed and injured in Bondi Beach and their loved ones. I stand with the Jewish community in Australia, the U.S. and around the world. Anti-semitism is a scourge that must end." ### Larsen Calls on Trump to Prioritize Opening Japanese Market Access to U.S. Potato Industry March 11, 2026 | Posted in Press Releases Larsen Rejects Trump’s Reckless War; Supports U.S. Military March 5, 2026 | Posted in Press Releases Larsen Reintroduces Bill to End Dark Money in Elections March 5, 2026 | Posted in Press Releases Larsen Joins Leader Jeffries in Statement on Iran Strikes February 28, 2026 | Posted in Press Releases Larsen Releases Statement on Tumbler Ridge Shooting February 11, 2026 | Posted in Press Releases 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-06T20:09:11Z
https://jayapal.house.gov/2025/12/13/jayapal-joins-peoples-town-hall-in-republican-pa-district/ Jayapal Joins People’s Town Hall in Republican PA District 2025-12-13 2025 2025-12 Democrat House WA Pramila Jayapal J000298 jayapal.house.gov jayapal https://jayapal.house.gov/category/press-releases/ scraper SCRANTON, P.A. – Community members from across Northeastern Pennsylvania gathered in downtown Scranton on Saturday for the third stop of the Progress for the People town hall tour. The town hall featured Congresswoman Pramila Jayapal (WA-07), Congressman Brendan Boyle (PA-02), Congresswoman Madeleine Dean (PA-04), and Congressman Jim McGovern (MA-02),, who joined local leaders, union members, and residents to expose how the Republican budget law is impacting Pennsylvania families, respond directly to constituents’ questions, and outline a people-centered vision for change. The event was organized by the Progressive Caucus Action Fund, Action Together NEPA, SEIU Healthcare Pennsylvania, Pennsylvanians Together in Action, Pennsylvania Policy Center, Make the Road Action PA, Rural Organizing, Main Street Action, Affordable Pennsylvania, United Steelworkers, For Our Future PA Action Fund, and Working Families Power. Highlighting the importance of showing up – especially when Republicans refuse to do so, Congresswoman Pramila Jayapal (WA-07) said, “I was so proud to join my colleagues today in Scranton, PA to talk to people about the issues that they are dealing with every single day. The American people are hurting under Trump and Republicans – from rising costs on everything from health care to electric bills, to immigration attacks on our neighbors and loved ones. Democrats are showing up in every corner of this country and if Republicans refuse to come out and hear from their constituents, we will.” Reflecting on what he heard directly from Scranton residents, Congressman Brendan Boyle (PA-02) said, “Today was proof positive that families in Scranton, throughout Pennsylvania, and across the country, are sick and tired of being told their struggles are not real and that the cost of living crisis is somehow a con. The real con was Donald Trump promising to lower prices on day one. Trump’s tax bill gave big tax breaks to billionaires and was paid for by the largest cuts to health care in American history. It’s a di… 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-06T20:09:11Z
https://jayapal.house.gov/2025/12/12/jayapal-statement-on-release-of-kilmar-abrego-garcia/ Jayapal Statement on Release of Kilmar Abrego Garcia 2025-12-12 2025 2025-12 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 (WA-07), Ranking Member of the Subcommittee on Immigration, Security, Integrity, and Enforcement, released a statement following the release of Kilmar Abrego Garcia from Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) custody: “This is a huge step towards justice in the case of Mr. Abrego Garcia, someone who should have never been detained in the first place. He has endured a months-long smear campaign against him by this administration after being kidnapped in front of his young child in March and wrongfully deported. He deserves to be home with his family, not in an ICE facility. “Between being unlawfully sent to one of the world’s most notorious gulags in El Salvador, where he was tortured, to returning home, just to face threats of being shipped to another country, and eventually ending up in ICE custody, our government has failed Mr. Abrego Garcia and his family. We are grateful to the federal judges who have refused to give up on due process, and the constitutional protections Mr. Abrego Garcia deserves. “It should never have come to this, but I am so thrilled that he will finally be able to return home and be with his loved ones. And we will continue to fight for justice for him and for the thousands of immigrants detained in this country.” Kilmar Abrego Garcia was kidnapped on March 15, 2025, and was deported through an “administrative error,” as admitted originally by the Trump administration. 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-06T20:09:11Z
https://randall.house.gov/media/press-releases/randall-joins-wa-delegation-letter-requesting-expedited-emergency-declaration Randall Joins WA Delegation in Letter Requesting Expedited Emergency Declaration for Devastating Storms, Atmospheric Rivers Hitting Washington State 2025-12-12 2025 2025-12 Democrat House WA Emily Randall R000621 randall.house.gov randall https://randall.house.gov/media/press-releases scraper Washington, D.C. — Today, U.S. House Representative Emily Randall (D, WA-06) , joined U.S. Senator Patty Murray (D-WA), and the entire Washington state Congressional delegation in sending a letter to President Donald Trump urging him to approve Washington state Governor Bob Ferguson’s request last night for an expedited Emergency Declaration for the devastating storms and severe flooding hitting Washington state this week. The latest flood hazard outlook from the National Weather Service forecasts “catastrophic” river flooding in parts of Northwest Washington, and “considerable flooding” in a wide stretch of land from Bellingham to south of Olympia. State authorities have ordered “GO NOW” evacuations for the entire 100-year floodplain of the Skagit River valley. On Wednesday, Governor Ferguson said an estimated 100,000 Washingtonians could face evacuation orders, and declared a statewide emergency alongside his request for a federal Emergency Declaration. An Emergency Declaration would supplement state, local, and Tribal responders and allow the federal government to assist with debris removal and emergency protective measures. “We write in support of Washington state’s December 10, 2025 request for an expedited Emergency Declaration due to the devastating extreme rainfall, high winds, heavy snowfall, ice accumulation, and major coastal, river, and localized flooding caused by an extreme atmospheric river and winter weather event that struck the state beginning on December 2, 2025. We urge you to approve this request for assistance as quickly as possible,” the delegation wrote. “This storm is threatening lives, property, and livestock in every corner of Washington. The storm has had severe and widespread impacts on our transportation system, with major highways closed due to mudslides and communities cut off by rising water. The National Weather Service forecasts that more than a dozen Washington rivers will see major flooding in the coming days, leading to further and worsening impacts.” Rep. Randall (D, WA-0… 1 2026-04-04T05:28:40Z 2026-04-04T05:30:10Z
https://randall.house.gov/media/press-releases/randall-wittman-pass-bipartisan-anchor-military-families-act-house-ndaa Randall, Wittman Pass Bipartisan ANCHOR for Military Families Act in House NDAA 2025-12-12 2025 2025-12 Democrat House WA Emily Randall R000621 randall.house.gov randall https://randall.house.gov/media/press-releases scraper WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, the U.S. House of Representatives voted to pass the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) of 2026 by a vote of 312-112. The bipartisan ANCHOR for Military Families Act, introduced by U.S. Representatives Emily Randall (D, WA-06) and Rob Wittman (R, VA-01) was included in the final NDAA package. “We have a responsibility to support our military families through every phase of their service, including relocation. In the Washington State Senate, I championed policies that helped servicemembers connect with essential resources. The bipartisan ANCHOR for Military Families Act builds on that model, offering vital relocation support to states across the country to ensure military families have timely access to the tools they need for a smooth transition. I am grateful to Rep. Wittman for being a partner in this effort.” “Our military families deserve the best, and the ANCHOR Act will help ease many of the burdens that come with frequent relocation,” said Rep. Wittman. “The ANCHOR Act ensures that military families have access to key information regarding relocation resources, educational rights, school enrollment support, housing assistance, and more — making those transitions easier. I am proud to help lead this bipartisan effort to support our nation’s military families.” The Assuring Navigation of Compact Help for Ongoing Relocation (ANCHOR) for Military Families Act will ensure military families are informed of their educational rights, school enrollment support, and other key relocation resources—such as housing assistance, spouse employment support, and services through the Exceptional Family Member Program (EFMP)—under the Military Interstate Children’s Compact Commission (MIC3) during Permanent Change of Station (PCS) moves. The ANCHOR for Military Families Act would: Require DoD to provide timely and accessible relocation information to service members and their families at least 45 days prior to a PCS move; Add MIC3-related education support to statutorily required relocatio… 1 2026-04-04T05:28:40Z 2026-04-04T05:30:10Z
https://delbene.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=4234 WA Delegation Urges Expedited Emergency Declaration for Devastating Storms, Flooding Hitting State 2025-12-11 2025 2025-12 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), along with Senators Patty Murray (WA), Maria Cantwell (WA), and Representatives Rick Larsen (WA-02), Marie Gluesenkamp Perez (WA-03), Dan Newhouse (WA-04), Michael Baumgartner (WA-05), Emily Randall (WA-06), Pramila Jayapal (WA-07), Kim Schrier (WA-08), Adam Smith (WA-09), and Marilyn Strickland (WA-10) urged President Donald Trump to approve an expedited Emergency Declaration request for the devastating storms and severe flooding hitting Washington this week. The latest National Weather Service outlook forecasts “catastrophic” river flooding in parts of Northwest Washington, and “considerable flooding” in a wide stretch of land from Bellingham to south of Olympia. State authorities have ordered “GO NOW” evacuations for the entire 100-year floodplain of the Skagit River valley. On Wednesday, Governor Ferguson said an estimated 100,000 Washingtonians could face evacuation orders, and declared a statewide emergency alongside his request for a federal Emergency Declaration. An Emergency Declaration would supplement state, local, and Tribal responders and allow the federal government to assist with debris removal and emergency protective measures. “We write in support of Washington state’s December 10, 2025, request for an expedited Emergency Declaration due to the devastating extreme rainfall, high winds, heavy snowfall, ice accumulation, and major coastal, river, and localized flooding caused by an extreme atmospheric river and winter weather event that struck the state beginning on December 2, 2025. We urge you to approve this request for assistance as quickly as possible,” the delegation wrote in a letter. “This storm is threatening lives, property, and livestock in every corner of Washington. The storm has had severe and widespread impacts on our transportation system, with major highways closed due to mudslides and communities cut off by rising water. The National Weather Service forecasts that more than a dozen Washington rivers will see major flooding in the comin… 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-06T20:09:11Z
https://jayapal.house.gov/2025/12/11/jayapal-helps-secure-4-4-million-for-recycling-program-for-the-city-of-shoreline/ Jayapal Helps Secure $4.4 Million for Recycling Program for the City of Shoreline 2025-12-11 2025 2025-12 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 (WA-07) is announcing $4,448,848 in grant funding for the City of Shoreline’s establishment of the Shoreline Reuse Center, through the Environmental Protection Agency’s (EPA) Solid Waste Infrastructure for Recycling (SWIR) program. “This funding will help the City of Shoreline to move towards zero waste, while creating a space for community programming and sustainability education. It is not only a space to ensure greater recycling in our community, but also to promote a culture of reuse and less waste,” said Jayapal. “I am proud to have supported this project, which is another step toward strengthening our region’s climate resilience for years to come.” “We are honored that Shoreline’s proposal was selected in such a competitive national grant process. The Shoreline Reuse Center will empower our community to reduce waste, extend the life of everyday goods, and build on our culture of reuse and repair,” said Shoreline Mayor Chris Roberts. “We’re proud to be leading the way in creating innovative solutions that benefit both our environment and our residents. We are grateful for Representative Jayapal’s help in making this grant a reality for Shoreline.” The Shoreline Reuse Center will serve as a central hub for collecting, repurposing, and recycling waste from local businesses and residents. The project will also include building facilities for storing and selling salvaged materials, expanding the existing community tool library and bike shop, and providing space for local reuse and repair organizations. These organizations will also be able to offer additional services and educational programs aimed at promoting waste reduction and sustainability. The location will also feature a community bike and repair shop. Shoreline’s Reuse Center is a significant investment that will enhance the region’s climate resilience. The Reuse Center will divert over 700 tons of municipal waste and construction materials. It will also advance Shoreline’s Climate Action Plan t… 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-06T20:09:11Z
https://jayapal.house.gov/2025/12/11/jayapal-norcross-omar-introduce-legislation-to-protect-app-based-workers/ Jayapal, Norcross, Omar Introduce Legislation to Protect App-Based Workers 2025-12-11 2025 2025-12 Democrat House WA Pramila Jayapal J000298 jayapal.house.gov jayapal https://jayapal.house.gov/category/press-releases/ scraper WASHINGTON, D.C. — U.S. Representatives Pramila Jayapal (WA-07), Donald Norcross (NJ-01), and Ilhan Omar (MN-05) are introducing legislation to promote transparency and accountability for app-based workers. The Empowering App-Based Workers Act would put guardrails on digital labor platforms, including Uber, Lyft, DoorDash, and Amazon, to ensure that automated decisions do not lead to discrimination and price-gouging, and provide transparency to workers on how their data is used. “App-based workers work long hours, often with no consistency or predictability of how much they will make,” said Jayapal. “They are at the whim of algorithms that make automated decisions about who gets to work, and where, and when. Workers and consumers deserve a better system, where workers are protected, employment laws are followed, and where consumers have a transparent price.” “The Empowering App-Based Workers Act is a long-overdue step toward fairness and transparency for the millions of rideshare drivers and delivery app workers who keep our economy running,” said Congressman Donald Norcross. “By guaranteeing transparent payment information and higher wages, these workers will finally receive a fair day’s pay for a hard day’s work. App-based workers deserve a good-paying job where they are treated with dignity, compensated fairly, and protected from exploitation.” “Gig workers like Uber and Lyft drivers in my home state of Minnesota deserve a fair share of the wealth they create. App-based corporations have hidden behind AI algorithms and predatory take rates while drivers’ pay shrinks and executive profits soar,” said Rep. Omar. “The Empowering App-Based Workers Act will pull back the curtain on how these companies use data, set wages, and make decisions that shape people’s livelihoods. Gig workers should be part of a transparent system that values their labor.” In 2024, Uber and Lyft both regularly paid drivers wages less than minimum wage, while at the same time increasing costs paid by consumers. These corporations’ ‘take… 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-06T20:09:11Z
https://jayapal.house.gov/2025/12/11/wa-delegation-requests-expedited-emergency-declaration-for-devastating-storms-atmospheric-rivers-hitting-washington-state/ WA Delegation Requests Expedited Emergency Declaration for Devastating Storms, Atmospheric Rivers Hitting Washington State 2025-12-11 2025 2025-12 Democrat House WA Pramila Jayapal J000298 jayapal.house.gov jayapal https://jayapal.house.gov/category/press-releases/ scraper Washington, D.C. — Today, the entire Washington state Congressional delegation sent a letter to President Donald Trump urging him to approve Washington state Governor Bob Ferguson’s request last night for an expedited Emergency Declaration for the devastating storms and severe flooding hitting Washington state this week. The latest flood hazard outlook from the National Weather Service forecasts “catastrophic” river flooding in parts of Northwest Washington, and “considerable flooding” in a wide stretch of land from Bellingham to south of Olympia. State authorities have ordered “GO NOW” evacuations for the entire 100-year floodplain of the Skagit River valley. On Wednesday, Governor Ferguson said an estimated 100,000 Washingtonians could face evacuation orders, and declared a statewide emergency alongside his request for a federal Emergency Declaration. An Emergency Declaration would supplement state, local, and Tribal responders and allow the federal government to assist with debris removal and emergency protective measures. “We write in support of Washington state’s December 10, 2025 request for an expedited Emergency Declaration due to the devastating extreme rainfall, high winds, heavy snowfall, ice accumulation, and major coastal, river, and localized flooding caused by an extreme atmospheric river and winter weather event that struck the state beginning on December 2, 2025. We urge you to approve this request for assistance as quickly as possible,” the members of the delegation wrote. “This storm is threatening lives, property, and livestock in every corner of Washington. The storm has had severe and widespread impacts on our transportation system, with major highways closed due to mudslides and communities cut off by rising water. The National Weather Service forecasts that more than a dozen Washington rivers will see major flooding in the coming days, leading to further and worsening impacts.” The letter to President Trump was joined by Senator Patty Murray (D-WA), Senator Maria Cantwell (D-WA), and U.… 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-06T20:09:11Z
https://larsen.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=4072 Washington Delegation Demands Answers on BP Pipeline Leak 2025-12-11 2025 2025-12 Democrat House WA Rick Larsen L000560 larsen.house.gov larsen https://larsen.house.gov/news/documentquery.aspx scraper Today, Representatives Rick Larsen (WA-02), Suzan DelBene (WA-01), Kim Schrier, MD (WA-08), Marilyn Strickland (WA-10), Emily Randall (WA-06), Adam Smith (WA-09), Pramila Jayapal (WA-07), and Marie Gluesenkamp Perez (WA-03) called on BP to answer questions surrounding the November leak of the Olympic Pipeline in Snohomish County. The leak released a reported 2,300 gallons of fuel into Snohomish County waterways and soil, and temporarily cut off fuel delivery to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport for nearly two weeks, causing flight disruptions. “While we are relieved that the pipeline is now operational, this malfunction jeopardized airline operations, farmlands, water safety, wildlife habitat, and public health. Further, we are concerned because this spill is part of a decades-long history of spills and ruptures in the Olympic Pipeline,” the lawmakers wrote in a letter to BP North America CEO Murray Auchincloss. BP has agreed to brief the lawmakers on the leak and its impact on the region. The lawmakers outlined several outstanding questions they would like addressed and answered in writing by January 8, 2026: 1. What volume of refined products did the November 11, 2025 leak release? 2. What efforts are BP North America and the Olympic Pipeline undertaking to determine the full extent of refined products that may have leaked into surrounding water sources or soil? 3. Provide an outline of BP’s plan to remediate any contamination, including the timeline for these activities and an assessment of local businesses or residences impacted. 4. Do you commit to timely public disclosure of all spill data, such as volume, location, environmental sampling results, and remediation efforts, for review by public and relevant state and local agencies? If so, what is your projected timeline for this information disclosure? 5. Provide a complete list of spills and volume spilled since November 25, 2005 from any pipelines owned by BP in Washington State. 6. What corrective measures will BP North America and the Olympic … 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-06T20:09:11Z
https://larsen.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=4073 WA Delegation Requests Expedited Emergency Declaration for Devastating Storms, Atmospheric Rivers Hitting WA 2025-12-11 2025 2025-12 Democrat House WA Rick Larsen L000560 larsen.house.gov larsen https://larsen.house.gov/news/documentquery.aspx scraper Today, Washington state’s entire Congressional delegation sent a letter to President Donald Trump urging him to approve Washington state Governor Bob Ferguson’s request last night for an expedited Emergency Declaration for the devastating storms and severe flooding hitting Washington state this week. The latest flood hazard outlook from the National Weather Service forecasts “catastrophic” river flooding in parts of Northwest Washington, and “considerable flooding” in a wide stretch of land from Bellingham to south of Olympia. State authorities have ordered “GO NOW” evacuations for the entire 100-year floodplain of the Skagit River valley. On Wednesday, Governor Ferguson said an estimated 100,000 Washingtonians could face evacuation orders, and declared a statewide emergency alongside his request for a federal Emergency Declaration. An Emergency Declaration would supplement state, local, and Tribal responders and allow the federal government to assist with debris removal and emergency protective measures. “We write in support of Washington state’s December 10, 2025 request for an expedited Emergency Declaration due to the devastating extreme rainfall, high winds, heavy snowfall, ice accumulation, and major coastal, river, and localized flooding caused by an extreme atmospheric river and winter weather event that struck the state beginning on December 2, 2025. We urge you to approve this request for assistance as quickly as possible,” the delegation wrote. “This storm is threatening lives, property, and livestock in every corner of Washington. The storm has had severe and widespread impacts on our transportation system, with major highways closed due to mudslides and communities cut off by rising water. The National Weather Service forecasts that more than a dozen Washington rivers will see major flooding in the coming days, leading to further and worsening impacts.” The letter was signed by U.S. Representatives Rick Larsen (D, WA-02), Suzan DelBene (D, WA-01), Marie Gluesenkamp Perez (D, WA-03), Dan Newhouse (… 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-06T20:09:11Z
https://newhouse.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/newhouse-wa-delegation-request-emergency-declaration-amid-severe-storms Newhouse, WA Delegation Request Emergency Declaration Amid Severe Storms and Flooding 2025-12-11 2025 2025-12 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) joined his colleagues from the Washington State Congressional Delegation in sending a letter to President Donald Trump urging approval of the State of Washington's request for an expedited Emergency Declaration amid dangerous storms and flooding across the state. "This storm is threatening lives, property, and livestock in every corner of Washington. The storm has had severe and widespread impacts on our transportation system, with major highways closed due to mudslides and communities cut off by rising water. The National Weather Service forecasts that more than a dozen Washington rivers will see major flooding in the coming days, leading to further and worsening impacts," the Delegation wrote. "We urge you to approve this request for assistance as quickly as possible." The latest flood hazard outlook from the National Weather Service forecasts "catastrophic" river flooding in parts of Northwest Washington, "considerable flooding" in a wide stretch of land from Bellingham to south of Olympia, and "moderate" flooding along the Yakima River in Yakima and Benton Counties. On Wednesday, December 10, Rep. Newhouse received an update from the National Weather Service and the Yakima-Tieton Irrigation District. The Congressman and his district staff remain engaged with stakeholders, constituents, and the Trump Administration on the ongoing flooding. Read the full letter here. ### 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-06T20:09:11Z
https://baumgartner.house.gov/media/press-releases/baumgartner-issues-statement-final-passage-fy26-ndaa Baumgartner Issues Statement on Final Passage of FY26 NDAA 2025-12-10 2025 2025-12 Republican House WA Michael Baumgartner B001322 baumgartner.house.gov baumgartner https://baumgartner.house.gov/media/press-releases scraper WASHINGTON- Today, Congressman Michael Baumgartner (WA-05) issued the following statement upon the passage of the final Fiscal Year 2026 National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA). “The passage of the NDAA is first and foremost about keeping faith with the men and women who wear the uniform and the families who stand behind them,” said Congressman Baumgartner. “It gives our troops in Eastern Washington a much-needed pay raise, safer barracks to sleep in, better homes for their families, and stronger hospitals and clinics when they need care. It also takes on the drugs flowing into our communities, stands shoulder to shoulder with our allies around the globe, and makes sure they can count on America when it matters most. Supporting this bill was an easy choice, because it honors the sacrifice of those who serve, keeps them safer on and off the battlefield, and reflects the values we share as a nation.” The passage of the FY26 NDAA authorizes $900.6 billion for the following national defense priorities including but not limited to: Improves the quality of life for our servicemembers with a 3.8% pay raise and increased benefits for military families; Authorizes $1 billion to fight drug trafficking; Authorizes over $1.5 billion for new construction of barracks and family housing; Authorizes over $335 million to renovate military hospitals and build new medical facilities; Streamlines and improves the international arms sales process to ensure that the United States remains the partner of choice for our allies; Advances the President’s “Peace Through Strength” initiative by authorizing $400 million for Ukraine Security Assistance Initiative and by fully funding the U.S. commitment to defend Israel through joint U.S.-Israel cooperative missile defense programs; and Authorizes funds to construct the Golden Dome Background: The NDAA passed the House on September 10, 2025, and the Senate passed their version on October 10, 2025. The House and Senate Armed Services Committees reached bipartisan, bicameral agreeme… 1 2026-04-04T05:28:40Z 2026-04-04T05:30:10Z
https://delbene.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=4231 Washington Delegation Demands Answers on BP Pipeline Leak 2025-12-10 2025 2025-12 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), Rick Larsen (WA-02), Kim Schrier, MD (WA-08), Marilyn Strickland (WA-10), Emily Randall (WA-06), Adam Smith (WA-09), Pramila Jayapal (WA-07), and Marie Gluesenkamp Perez (WA-03) called on BP to answer questions surrounding the November leak of the Olympic Pipeline in Snohomish County. The leak released a reported 2,300 gallons of fuel into Snohomish County waterways and soil, and temporarily cut off fuel delivery to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport for nearly two weeks, causing flight disruptions. “While we are relieved that the pipeline is now operational, this malfunction jeopardized airline operations, farmlands, water safety, wildlife habitat, and public health. Further, we are concerned because this spill is part of a decades-long history of spills and ruptures in the Olympic Pipeline,” the lawmakers wrote in a letter to BP North America CEO Murray Auchincloss. BP has agreed to brief the lawmakers on the leak and its impact on the region. The lawmakers outlined several outstanding questions they would like addressed and answered in writing by January 8, 2026: 1. What volume of refined products did the November 11, 2025 leak release? 2. What efforts are BP North America and the Olympic Pipeline undertaking to determine the full extent of refined products that may have leaked into surrounding water sources or soil? 3. Provide an outline of BP’s plan to remediate any contamination, including the timeline for these activities and an assessment of local businesses or residences impacted. 4. Do you commit to timely public disclosure of all spill data, such as volume, location, environmental sampling results, and remediation efforts, for review by public and relevant state and local agencies? If so, what is your projected timeline for this information disclosure? 5. Provide a complete list of spills and volume spilled since November 25, 2005 from any pipelines owned by BP in Washington State. 6. What corrective measures will BP North America and the Olympic… 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-06T20:09:11Z
https://delbene.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=4232 Trump’s Tariffs Cause Decline in Canadian Tourism and Commerce, Hurting WA Businesses 2025-12-10 2025 2025-12 Democrat House WA Suzan K. DelBene D000617 delbene.house.gov delbene https://delbene.house.gov/news/documentquery.aspx?DocumentTypeID=27 scraper Today, the Joint Economic Committee Democrats released a new report showing how declining Canadian tourism is harming American businesses in Washington. The decline in tourism comes as President Trump has proposed annexing Canada, imposed several rounds of tariffs on Canadian goods paid for by Americans, and repeatedly broken off trade talks. The report combines new data on tourism declines with new testimonials from businesses in Washington. “Washington’s economy is particularly vulnerable to Trump’s trade war. 4-in-10 of our jobs are tied to trade, and our supply chains are deeply linked with Canada,” said DelBene. “This economic uncertainty, along with demeaning comments made about one of our closest trading partners, has led to a drastic reduction in the number of Canadian tourists visiting Washington, and businesses across our state are feeling the downturn.” From January to October 2025, the report found that the number of passenger vehicles crossing the Washington-Canada border declined by more than 24 percent compared to the same period in 2024. Washingtonian businesses are also reporting fewer tourists, more hotel vacancies, and lower sales. “Since March of this year, we have not only seen Canadian traffic drop drastically, but we have also seen a drop in our number of attendees at our festival this year in late September,” said Kevin Coleman, Executive Director of SeaFeast in Bellingham. “We knew that after March, we could not rely on our Canadian business because of fear at the border and lack of understanding of what is happening with tariffs and Canada drawing a strong line of promoting Canada first.” “I didn’t want to just suddenly close on our customers without giving them a heads-up … We are really reliant on the Canadian traffic to come down here,” said Sasha Lysikov, owner of Minted Method in Bellingham. 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-06T20:09:11Z
https://jayapal.house.gov/2025/12/10/jayapal-statement-on-vote-against-massive-pentagon-budget/ Jayapal Statement on Vote Against Massive Pentagon Budget 2025-12-10 2025 2025-12 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 (WA-07) released the following statement after voting against the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA): “As families across this country struggle to keep food on the table and are facing health care premiums that will be doubling or even tripling in the coming days, Republicans are showing clearly where their priorities lie. Today, the Republican NDAA handed more than $890 billion to the Pentagon, more than $8 billion over Trump’s original exorbitant funding request. “A fraction of this money would be enough to extend health care subsidies for a decade, restore Medicaid funding for 17 million Americans, end homelessness, pay for universal pre-k, or fund anti-poverty programs like the enhanced Child Tax Credit — things that would actually ease the cost-of-living crisis that Americans are facing. “The Pentagon has never successfully passed an audit, yet we continue to pump more into this unaccountable agency. This is as Trump has deployed National Guard members to our cities, wasting millions of dollars, politicizing our servicemembers, and militarizing our communities. “I do support the repeal of the 1991 and 2002 Authorized Uses of Military Force (AUMF) legislation in this bill that will help put an end to forever wars. However, I cannot support legislation that pumps $890 billion into the Pentagon while leaving the American people behind on health care, education, and infrastructure. I voted no.” 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-06T20:09:11Z
https://larsen.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=4070 Larsen, Elfreth Secure AI Provisions in Defense Policy Bill 2025-12-10 2025 2025-12 Democrat House WA Rick Larsen L000560 larsen.house.gov larsen https://larsen.house.gov/news/documentquery.aspx scraper Today, Representatives Rick Larsen (WA-02) and Sarah Elfreth (MD-03) announced legislation they co-led, the AI Training for National Security Act, has been included in the Fiscal Year 2026 National Defense Authorization Act (FY26 NDAA). The AI Training for National Security Act requires the Department of Defense (DoD) to include information on the unique cybersecurity challenges created by artificial intelligence in its annual cybersecurity training for servicemembers and civilian employees. “Artificial intelligence is rapidly changing the national security threat landscape,” said Larsen, who previously served on the Armed Services Committee for 22 years. “This legislation ensures that DoD meets this moment and prepares our armed forces for today’s challenges and opportunities.” “The rapid development of AI threatens to outpace our ability to counter cyber threats to our nation’s security,” said Rep. Elfreth. “Our national security leaders – many of whom fight these global threats from CYBERCOMM headquarters at Fort Meade here in Maryland – must maintain the education and expertise to utilize rapidly developing technologies. I’m grateful to work with Representative Larsen to develop an AI strategy for our servicemembers.” The House of Representatives will vote on the FY26 NDAA later today. The full text of the AI Training for National Security Act is available HERE. Larsen Champions AI Education for Servicemembers The AI Training for National Security Act builds on Larsen's work to develop an AI education strategy for servicemembers. In 2024, three provisions from Larsen’s Next Generation Military Education Act were included in the FY25 NDAA and became law. These provisions require: - 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. The AI … 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-06T20:09:11Z
https://larsen.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=4071 Larsen Releases Statement on Defense Policy Bill Vote 2025-12-10 2025 2025-12 Democrat House WA Rick Larsen L000560 larsen.house.gov larsen https://larsen.house.gov/news/documentquery.aspx scraper Today, Representative Rick Larsen (WA-02) released the following statement after voting in favor of the Fiscal Year 2026 National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA). The bipartisan NDAA passed the House by a final vote of 312 to 112 and now heads to the Senate for consideration. “I supported this year’s NDAA because it includes provisions to improve servicemembers’ quality of life, strengthen military communities, keep commitments to NATO allies and provide necessary oversight of the Trump administration,” said Rep. Larsen, who served for 22 years on the House Armed Services Committee. Larsen Priorities for AI, Education, Ukraine Included Several of Rep. Larsen’s priorities were included in the final NDAA: A Raise for Servicemembers – The NDAA includes a 3.8% pay raise for all servicemembers. AI Literacy for Members of the Military – Rep. Larsen’s AI Training for National Security Act to require the Department of Defense (DoD) to incorporate AI training into its annual cybersecurity training is included in the NDAA. More information about the legislation is available HERE. Impact Aid for Northwest Washington Schools – The bill authorizes $70 million for DoD Supplemental Impact Aid to support local school districts with large populations of military-connected students. Funding to Support Ukraine’s Self-Defense – The NDAA includes $400 million for the Ukraine Security Assistance Initiative, which builds Ukraine's capacity to defend its sovereignty and territorial integrity, supports institutional transformation initiatives and advances U.S. political and military objectives. Supports Our NATO Allies – The NDAA supports our transatlantic partnerships by permanently authorizing the Baltic Security initiative and stopping Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth from reducing the number of troops in Europe below 76,000. Oversight of Trump Administration – The NDAA also includes provisions strengthening congressional oversight of President Trump’s immigration agenda, including by requiring military personnel to display th… 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-06T20:09:11Z
https://randall.house.gov/media/press-releases/washington-delegation-demands-answers-bp-pipeline-leak-0 Washington Delegation Demands Answers on BP Pipeline Leak 2025-12-10 2025 2025-12 Democrat House WA Emily Randall R000621 randall.house.gov randall https://randall.house.gov/media/press-releases scraper WASHINGTON, DC – Today, U.S. House Representative Emily Randall (WA-06), joined Rep. Suzan DelBene (WA-01), Rick Larsen (WA-02), Kim Schrier, MD (WA-08), Marilyn Strickland (WA-10), Adam Smith (WA-09), Pramila Jayapal (WA-07), and Marie Gluesenkamp Perez (WA-03) in a letter calling on BP to answer questions surrounding the November leak of the Olympic Pipeline in Snohomish County. The leak released a reported 2,300 gallons of fuel into Snohomish County waterways and soil, and temporarily cut off fuel delivery to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport for nearly two weeks, causing flight disruptions. “While we are relieved that the pipeline is now operational, this malfunction jeopardized airline operations, farmlands, water safety, wildlife habitat, and public health. Further, we are concerned because this spill is part of a decades-long history of spills and ruptures in the Olympic Pipeline,” the lawmakers wrote in a letter to BP North America CEO Murray Auchincloss. BP has agreed to brief the lawmakers on the leak and its impact on the region. The lawmakers outlined several outstanding questions they would like addressed and answered in writing by January 8, 2026: 1. What volume of refined products did the November 11, 2025 leak release? 2. What efforts are BP North America and the Olympic Pipeline undertaking to determine the full extent of refined products that may have leaked into surrounding water sources or soil? 3. Provide an outline of BP’s plan to remediate any contamination, including the timeline for these activities and an assessment of local businesses or residences impacted. 4. Do you commit to timely public disclosure of all spill data, such as volume, location, environmental sampling results, and remediation efforts, for review by public and relevant state and local agencies? If so, what is your projected timeline for this information disclosure? 5. Provide a complete list of spills and volume spilled since November 25, 2005 from any pipelines owned by BP in Washington State. 6. What corre… 1 2026-04-04T05:28:40Z 2026-04-04T05:30:10Z
https://schrier.house.gov/media/press-releases/congresswoman-schrier-votes-pass-ndaa Congresswoman Schrier Votes to Pass NDAA 2025-12-10 2025 2025-12 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), voted to pass the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA), an annual piece of legislation that authorizes defense programs to maintain military readiness and increase national security. The package includes provisions that will raise pay for service members, bolster access to quality healthcare and child care, and authorize millions to build new schools. This year’s legislation finally reclaims Congress’ war power authority, after delegating that responsibility to the president for decades. “This bipartisan bill makes vital investments to bolster our national security at home and abroad, and support those brave service members who protect our country,” said Congresswoman Schrier. “I’m proud to cast my vote to give our service members a much-deserved pay raise, provide proper oversight of the Trump Administration, and strengthen healthcare and child care access for our military personnel.” The National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2026 includes these key provisions: Provides a 3.8% pay raise for all service members and increases the Family Separation Allowance for deployed service members. Makes the most substantive reforms to the defense acquisition process and system in decades. Repeals the 1991 and 2002 Authorizations for Use of Military Force (AUMF) against Iraq, preventing further involvement in the Middle East without appropriate congressional oversight. Fences funding until the Secretary of Defense provides unedited videos of strikes that have occurred in the Caribbean, as well as copies of related classified Executive Orders. Makes necessary investments to maintain our standing across the globe by strengthening nuclear deterrence, expanding missile defense, and providing critical resources and authorities to counter adversaries like China, Russia, Iran, and North Korea. Authorizes $491 million to build new child care centers, extends the Child Care in Your Home pilot program, and improves the fee assistance program ra… 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-06T20:09:11Z
https://strickland.house.gov/2025/12/10/strickland-statement-on-passage-of-national-defense-bill/ Strickland Statement on Passage of National Defense Bill 2025-12-10 2025 2025-12 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) released the following statement on her vote for the Fiscal Year 2026 National Defense Authorization Act (FY26 NDAA): “While the President and Speaker Johnson continue to disregard the historically bipartisan defense bill process, there are solid wins in the bill that support servicemembers and their families. They will receive a 3.8% pay raise, and the Basic Allowance for Housing calculation will be modernized. In addition, I secured $80 million for a new fire station that is desperately needed at Joint Base Lewis-McChord, and $55 million for a Command and Control Center at the base.” Congresswoman Marilyn Strickland (WA-10) serves on the House Armed Services Committee and the House Transportation and Infrastructure Committee. She is Whip of the New Democrat Coalition, Secretary of the Congressional Black Caucus, and is one of the first Korean-American women elected to Congress. ### 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-06T20:09:11Z
https://baumgartner.house.gov/2025/12/10/baumgartner-issues-statement-on-final-passage-of-fy26-ndaa/ Baumgartner Issues Statement on Final Passage of FY26 NDAA 2025-12-10 2025 2025-12 Republican House WA Michael Baumgartner B001322 baumgartner.house.gov baumgartner https://baumgartner.house.gov/category/press-releases/ scraper WASHINGTON- Today, Congressman Michael Baumgartner (WA-05) issued the following statement upon the passage of the final Fiscal Year 2026 National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA). “The passage of the NDAA is first and foremost about keeping faith with the men and women who wear the uniform and the families who stand behind them,” said Congressman Baumgartner. “It gives our troops in Eastern Washington a much-needed pay raise, safer barracks to sleep in, better homes for their families, and stronger hospitals and clinics when they need care. It also takes on the drugs flowing into our communities, stands shoulder to shoulder with our allies around the globe, and makes sure they can count on America when it matters most. Supporting this bill was an easy choice, because it honors the sacrifice of those who serve, keeps them safer on and off the battlefield, and reflects the values we share as a nation.” The passage of the FY26 NDAA authorizes $900.6 billion for the following national defense priorities including but not limited to: Improves the quality of life for our servicemembers with a 3.8% pay raise and increased benefits for military families; Authorizes $1 billion to fight drug trafficking; Authorizes over $1.5 billion for new construction of barracks and family housing; Authorizes over $335 million to renovate military hospitals and build new medical facilities; Streamlines and improves the international arms sales process to ensure that the United States remains the partner of choice for our allies; Advances the President’s “Peace Through Strength” initiative by authorizing $400 million for Ukraine Security Assistance Initiative and by fully funding the U.S. commitment to defend Israel through joint U.S.-Israel cooperative missile defense programs; and Authorizes funds to construct the Golden Dome Background: The NDAA passed the House on September 10, 2025, and the Senate passed their version on October 10, 2025. The House and Senate Armed Services Committees reached bipartisan, bicameral agreeme… 1 2026-06-27T20:01:11Z 2026-06-27T22:31:39Z
https://baumgartner.house.gov/media/press-releases/baumgartner-issues-statement-passage-secure-rural-schools-reauthorization-act Baumgartner Issues Statement on Passage of Secure Rural Schools Reauthorization Act of 2025 2025-12-09 2025 2025-12 Republican House WA Michael Baumgartner B001322 baumgartner.house.gov baumgartner https://baumgartner.house.gov/media/press-releases scraper WASHINGTON- Today, Congressman Michael Baumgartner issued the following statement on the passage of the S.356, Secure Rural Schools Reauthorization Act of 2025. “Reauthorizing the Secure Rural Schools program was long overdue, and today’s vote finally delivers the certainty our rural communities have been asking for. In counties like Pend Oreille, Stevens, Ferry, and Columbia, these dollars keep teachers in classrooms, students on buses, and core programs running for families who live and work near our national forests. This is about keeping faith with our rural communities that have done their part for generations and deserve to know that their schools and kids won’t be left behind.” 1 2026-04-04T05:28:40Z 2026-04-04T05:30:10Z
https://larsen.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=4068 Larsen Introduces Legislation to Improve Veterans’ Access to Transportation, Health Care 2025-12-09 2025 2025-12 Democrat House WA Rick Larsen L000560 larsen.house.gov larsen https://larsen.house.gov/news/documentquery.aspx scraper Today, Representative Rick Larsen (WA-02) announced the introduction of the Veterans Access to Transit Act (H.R. 6451), legislation to establish a Department of Transportation (DOT) pilot program to provide veterans with public transportation to Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) facilities and veterans organizations. “Local veterans have told me consistently that lack of transportation is a significant barrier to health care, especially in rural and island communities,” said Rep. Larsen. “Introducing this bill is one important step toward ensuring Northwest Washington’s 47,000 veterans can access timely, quality health care.” In his time in Congress, Rep. Larsen has hosted more than 70 forums to hear directly from Northwest Washington state veterans about their needs, including five roundtables in September. Last month, he published ‘Listening to Veterans in Northwest Washington,’ a report capturing local veterans’ most pressing challenges and outlining policy recommendations for Congress and VA to address these concerns. Rep. Larsen recently submitted this report to the House Committee on Veterans’ Affairs (HVAC) to ensure Northwest Washington veterans’ voices impact the policy-making process. “This fall, I met with veterans and service providers in Everett, Bellingham, Burlington, Oak Harbor and Lummi Nation,” said Rep. Larsen in a letter to HVAC. “Based on those conversations, I wrote a report that analyzes the challenges veterans in my district are facing, based on the four pillars that guide my work in veterans’ policy: health care, housing, education and employment. I look forward to working with the Committee to ensure veterans in Washington’s Second District have access to timely health care, affordable housing, high-quality education and fulfilling employment opportunities.” Rep. Larsen also shared ‘Listening to Veterans in Northwest Washington’ with VA Secretary Doug Collins. “At these [September] roundtables, veterans raised concerns about a wide range of issues… [including] specific challenges… 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-06T20:09:11Z
https://newhouse.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/newhouse-introduces-pro-nuclear-energy-legislation Newhouse Introduces Pro-Nuclear Energy Legislation 2025-12-09 2025 2025-12 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) introduced the Parity for Nuclear Energy Investment Act to expand tax incentives for investments in U.S. nuclear energy development. "After protecting tax credits for nuclear energy in the Working Families Tax Cuts, it is time to expand investment opportunities for new projects in places like the Tri-Cities," said Rep. Newhouse. "The Administration is expediting efforts to produce more American nuclear energy, and Richland will be home to some of the first small modular reactors which will help achieve that goal. These projects will create new high-quality jobs, increase economic development, and make Central Washington a leader in the future of U.S. nuclear energy production." This legislation is cosponsored by Reps. Chuck Fleischmann (TN-03) and Claudia Tenney (NY-24), and is supported by Energy Northwest, the Nuclear Energy Institute, Elementl Power, Constellation Energy, Holtec International, the U.S. Nuclear Industry Council, and X-Energy. Rep. Fleischmann said, "President Trump has made unleashing American energy dominance one of the top priorities of his Administration. The historic One Big Beautiful Bill ensures that nuclear communities in Tennessee and nationwide receive the tax credits they need to continue investing in new nuclear technologies that are essential to expanding nuclear power, which is critical to meeting our future energy needs and securing our energy independence. I am proud to lead this bill with my good friend, Rep. Newhouse, to ensure that we continue strengthening and supporting America's nuclear communities.” Bob Schuetz, CEO, Energy Northwest, said, "This important bill from Congressman Newhouse reflects the national imperative to lead on advanced nuclear. It ensures the new nuclear energy communities bonus tax credit will benefit the world-class workforce and residents of the Tri-Cities, bringing down the cost of the new nuclear projects needed for grid reliability in for the Pacific Northwest." Maria Korsnick, President and… 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-06T20:09:11Z
https://newhouse.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/newhouse-votes-reauthorize-secure-rural-schools-program Newhouse Votes to Reauthorize Secure Rural Schools Program 2025-12-09 2025 2025-12 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) released the following statement upon passage of S. 356, the Secure Rural Schools (SRS) Reauthorization Act of 2025, by the House of Representatives with a bipartisan vote of 399-5. "The Secure Rural Schools program has provided critical funding for schools, roads, and other municipal services to more than seven hundred counties across the country, including here in Central Washington," said Rep. Newhouse. "This longstanding commitment from the federal government helps rural areas where resources are stretched thin, and the program’s lapse has put a real strain on counties who historically depend on these funds. As a longtime supporter of SRS, I am pleased to see this program reauthorized, and I am thankful for the bipartisan support we have in making sure rural communities begin receiving this assistance again." Funding for the SRS program lapsed in 2023, resulting in school closures, delayed road and bridge maintenance, and reduced public safety services. This legislation, passed by the U.S. Senate with unanimous consent on June 18, 2025, reauthorizes the SRS program for rural communities who depend on it. Background Since 1908, federal law has required the U.S. Forest Service to share 25 percent of revenue generated on federal land with local governments for public schools and public roads of the county or counties in which the forest reserve is situated. For decades, timber sales were the largest source of revenue for local jurisdictions in these areas. However, as revenues declined, this created unexpected and prolonged fiscal challenges for local governments home to untaxed National Forest lands. In response, Congress enacted the Secure Rural Schools and Community Self-Determination Act of 2000, giving counties the option to receive SRS payments to support public services like road maintenance, infrastructure, education, wildfire mitigation, and other efforts to address public safety. Congress has consistently reauthorized these payments with over… 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-06T20:09:11Z
https://randall.house.gov/media/press-releases/randall-cantwell-murray-bills-place-lower-elwha-klallam-tribe-and-quinault Randall, Cantwell, Murray Bills to Place Lower Elwha Klallam Tribe and Quinault Indian Nation Lands into Trust Passes House 2025-12-09 2025 2025-12 Democrat House WA Emily Randall R000621 randall.house.gov randall https://randall.house.gov/media/press-releases scraper WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, the U.S. House of Representatives passed two major bills for Washington state Tribes, the Lower Elwha Klallam Tribe Project Lands Restoration Act, and the Quinault Indian Nation Land Transfer Act. Both bills initiate the first step to return land back to the Tribes by transferring ownership from the federal government to the Bureau of Indian Affairs to be held in trust for the benefit of the Tribes. U.S. Representative Emily Randall (D, WA-06), and U.S. Senators Maria Cantwell (D-WA) and Patty Murray (D-WA) introduced the legislation in April 2025. The bills now go to the Senate for consideration. "Today, we took an important step in upholding our treaty obligations by passing legislation to transfer land into trust for the Lower Elwha Klallam Tribe and the Quinault Indian Nation. As a freshman member of Congress who represents — alongside their elected Tribal leaders — over 15,000 Tribal members, this significance is not lost on me,” said Rep. Randall. “I urge my colleagues in the Senate to quickly pass these two bills to ensure we meet our trust responsibilities to restore Tribal lands.” “The Lower Elwha Klallam Tribe led a historic regional effort to restore salmon runs by removing obsolete dams along Elwha River. Now, it’s time to return over 1,000 acres of land that was taken to build the dams and allow the Lower Elwha Klallam people to reclaim ancestral lands,” said Sen. Cantwell. “These bills take critical first steps to transfer land that the Lower Elwha Klallam Tribe and the Quinault Indian Nation have stewarded for centuries, back to Tribal ownership,” said Senator Murray. “This is about righting historic wrongs and fulfilling a commitment to our Tribes—and it’s also an investment in salmon recovery, habitat restoration, and the preservation of key ecosystems for future generations. I am thrilled to see these bills pass the House and will continue fighting to pass them through the Senate, so we can see through this important effort to restore Tribal ownership of culturally … 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-06T20:09:11Z
https://strickland.house.gov/2025/12/09/strickland-statement-on-naming-military-bases-after-confederate-traitors/ Strickland Statement on Naming Military Bases After Confederate Traitors 2025-12-09 2025 2025-12 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) released the following statement on her bipartisan Naming Commission for Military Assets amendment: “The President and Speaker Johnson were willing to reject the defense bill if it included my bipartisan amendment to remove Confederate names from military bases. Republican leadership and the White House like to call themselves the “party of Lincoln,” but prefer to honor racist, Confederate traitors who fought to protect the institution of slavery. This is an insult to the African-Americans who wear the uniform, and the 40% of enlisted servicemembers who are minorities.” Congresswoman Marilyn Strickland (WA-10) serves on the House Armed Services Committee and the House Transportation and Infrastructure Committee. She is Whip of the New Democrat Coalition, Secretary of the Congressional Black Caucus, and is one of the first Korean-American women elected to Congress. ### 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-06T20:09:11Z
https://baumgartner.house.gov/2025/12/09/baumgartner-issues-statement-on-passage-of-secure-rural-schools-reauthorization-act-of-2025/ Baumgartner Issues Statement on Passage of Secure Rural Schools Reauthorization Act of 2025 2025-12-09 2025 2025-12 Republican House WA Michael Baumgartner B001322 baumgartner.house.gov baumgartner https://baumgartner.house.gov/category/press-releases/ scraper WASHINGTON- Today, Congressman Michael Baumgartner issued the following statement on the passage of the S.356, Secure Rural Schools Reauthorization Act of 2025. “Reauthorizing the Secure Rural Schools program was long overdue, and today’s vote finally delivers the certainty our rural communities have been asking for. In counties like Pend Oreille, Stevens, Ferry, and Columbia, these dollars keep teachers in classrooms, students on buses, and core programs running for families who live and work near our national forests. This is about keeping faith with our rural communities that have done their part for generations and deserve to know that their schools and kids won’t be left behind.” 1 2026-06-27T20:01:11Z 2026-06-27T22:31:39Z
https://newhouse.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/newhouse-statement-usda-relief-payments Newhouse Statement on USDA Relief Payments 2025-12-08 2025 2025-12 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) released the following statement on the United States Department of Agriculture's (USDA) announcement of financial relief to farmers impacted by market disruptions. "Farmers across the United States, including in Central Washington, are reaching a breaking point because of supply chain issues, high input costs, and uncertainty around foreign market access. While this announcement primarily benefits row crop producers, other specialty crop growers will need additional assistance as they struggle to make ends meet due to continued high labor costs," said Rep. Newhouse. Newhouse added, "I appreciate President Trump and Secretary Rollins for rolling out a bridge to get farmers and ranchers through lean times. I know they understand, as I do, that producers would prefer market certainty over direct payments from the federal government. I look forward to continuing working with this Administration to lower labor costs, reduce regulatory burdens, implement the agriculture provisions of the Working Families Tax Cut, and ensure American farmers and ranchers have the tools they need to make it to the next growing season." According to USDA, $12 billion will be made available for one time bridge payments to American farmers in response to temporary trade market disruptions and increased production costs impacting farmers. Of the $12 billion provided, up to $11 billion will be used for the Farmer Bridge Assistance (FBA) Program, which provides broad relief to U.S. row crop farmers who produce barley, chickpeas, corn, cotton, lentils, oats, peanuts, peas, rice, sorghum, soybeans, wheat, canola, crambe, flax, mustard, rapeseed, safflower, sesame, and sunflower. The remaining $1 billion in bridge payments will be reserved for commodities not covered in the FBA Program such as specialty crops and sugar, for example, though details including timelines for those payments are still under development by USDA. USDA said farmers who qualify for the FBA Program can expect paymen… 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-06T20:09:11Z
https://adamsmith.house.gov/news/press-releases/smith-and-valadao-introduce-bipartisan-charge-act-strengthen-energy-resilience Smith and Valadao Introduce Bipartisan CHARGE Act to Strengthen Energy Resilience at Community Health Centers 2025-12-05 2025 2025-12 Democrat House WA Adam Smith S000510 adamsmith.house.gov adamsmith https://adamsmith.house.gov/news/press-releases scraper WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, Representatives Adam Smith (D-Wash.) and David Valadao (R-Calif) introduced the Community Health Access Through Resilient Grid Energy (CHARGE) Act, bipartisan legislation that creates a new grant program at the Department of Energy to help Federally Qualified Health Centers install solar energy systems and battery storage technologies. These upgrades will ensure that community health centers can maintain operations during grid disruptions, extreme weather events, and other emergencies. “Community health centers are the backbone of care in underserved communities. Too many face dangerous gaps in power reliability during extreme weather or emergency situations,” said Smith. “The CHARGE Act is a smart and forward-looking investment that will help centers stay open, protect patients, and strengthen energy resilience across the country.” “Federally Qualified Health Centers are a lifeline for families across the Central Valley, and we need to make sure they can stay open—even when emergencies happen,” said Valadao. “The CHARGE Act creates a new grant program to help FQHCs install reliable energy storage systems so they can keep serving patients without interruption. I’m proud to partner with Congressman Smith on this bipartisan effort to strengthen local healthcare and lower energy costs.” Endorsements: TThe bill is endorsed by the National Association of Community Health Centers, Solar Energy Industry Association (SEIA), Solar United Neighbors, the Washington Association for Community Health, and HealthPoint. Original cosponsors include Representatives Ed Case, Kimberlyn King-Hinds, and James Moylan. "Electricity powers every step of health care. When Community Health Centers lose power, diabetic patients miss visits, pregnant women miss prenatal care, children forgo vaccinations, and patients needing behavioral health services miss therapy. After Hurricane Helene alone, power outages caused more than 10,000 patient appointment cancellations in one state alone. The bipartisan CHARGE Act… 1 2026-04-04T05:28:40Z 2026-04-04T05:30:10Z
https://jayapal.house.gov/2025/12/05/jayapal-demands-answers-on-canceled-consumer-protection-actions/ Jayapal Demands Answers on Canceled Consumer Protection Actions 2025-12-05 2025 2025-12 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) is demanding answers from Russ Vought, the Acting Director of the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB), regarding the Bureau’s ongoing push to drop pending enforcement actions involving billions of dollars in harm to American consumers. “When a corporation breaks the law, it is the federal government’s responsibility to hold them accountable, penalize their wrongdoing, and get relief for the people who were harmed,” wrote Jayapal. “Unfortunately, since the beginning of the Trump Administration, the CFPB has not only shut down all investigations into potential law-breaking, it has also been quietly dismissing or rolling back settled enforcement cases. This abdication of legal responsibility rigs the system in favor of the elite, allowing major corporations to get away with ripping off consumers and harming local communities.” Since its establishment in the wake of the 2008 financial crisis, the CFPB has held financial institutions accountable and returned over $21 billion to American consumers who have been scammed by illegal corporate actions. However, as of October 15, 2025, the CFPB has permanently dismissed 22 public enforcement actions that were pending when President Trump took office. The Trump Administration has also terminated or modified at least 20 settled actions where lawbreaking corporations had already agreed to compensate victims, pay fines, and cease illegal conduct. The full text of Jayapal’s letter, which outlines each of the dismissed cases, can be found here. 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-06T20:09:11Z
https://jayapal.house.gov/2025/12/05/jayapal-hosts-shadow-hearing-on-trumps-detention-abuses/ Jayapal Hosts Shadow Hearing on Trump’s Detention Abuses 2025-12-05 2025 2025-12 Democrat House WA Pramila Jayapal J000298 jayapal.house.gov jayapal https://jayapal.house.gov/category/press-releases/ scraper Full video of the hearing can be found HERE. WASHINGTON, D.C. — U.S. Representative Pramila Jayapal (WA-07), Ranking Member of the Subcommittee on Immigration, Integrity, Security, and Enforcement, hosted a shadow hearing titled Kidnapped and Disappeared: Trump’s Detention Abuses. Twenty-five Members of Congress attended this hearing. “Today, according to ICE’s own statistics, 73 percent of people held in ICE detention have no criminal conviction and the vast majority of the remaining 27 percent have minor convictions such as traffic violations. ICE has been arresting people at courthouses when they’re trying to follow the legal process. They are profiling immigrants around the country, picking people up for the language they speak or the street corner they hang out on,” said Jayapal. “So immigration detention centers are full of mothers and fathers and beloved community members while those who pose a threat are free. Amidst this surge in detention, conditions have gone from bad to worse with terrible overcrowding, unsanitary conditions, long waits to get medical help if received at all, and inedible food, described by some as ‘dripping with blood.’ Multiple pregnant women have been shackled and even suffered miscarriages due to their mistreatment in detention. And since Trump took office, in just 10 months, there have been 23 in-custody deaths – a shocking number and more than any year since 2005. As Republicans refuse to conduct oversight, I will continue to hold these hearings to ensure that.” This hearing featured witness testimony from Sarah Owings, an attorney representing multiple formerly detained and currently detained immigrants, including 54 Korean workers from the Hyundai plant that was raided in September, Mildred Pierre, the wife of Rodney Taylor, who is currently being held at the Stewart Detention Center, Laura St. John, the Legal Director of the Florence Immigrant & Refugee Rights Project, and Kate Voigt, a Senior Policy Counsel at the American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU). “Overcrowding wors… 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-06T20:09:11Z
https://newhouse.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/newhouse-welcomes-secretary-wright-visit-energy-innovation-and-hanford Newhouse Welcomes Secretary Wright for Visit on Energy Innovation and Hanford Mission 2025-12-05 2025 2025-12 Republican House WA Dan Newhouse N000189 newhouse.house.gov newhouse https://newhouse.house.gov/media-center/press-releases scraper TRI-CITIES – This week, Rep. Dan Newhouse (WA-04) hosted U.S. Secretary of Energy Chris Wright in the Tri-Cities for visits to Department of Energy projects including the Pacific Northwest National Laboratory (PNNL) and the Hanford Site. "It was a pleasure showing Secretary Wright how much Central Washington contributes to reliable, affordable, American energy. After several visits to some of our most important energy projects, the Secretary has seen firsthand how our region is leading the nation in both innovation and development," said Rep Newhouse. Newhouse added, "At Hanford, Secretary Wright witnessed how decades of hard work have resulted in the world’s largest vitrification plant and reaffirmed his commitment to the success of the Hanford mission. This Administration understands the role our national lab plays in the future of our nation's energy capabilities, that our Lower Snake River dams are the shining example of hydropower in our vast energy portfolio, and that Hanford is delivering on the government’s commitment to clean up the site." On December 4, Rep. Newhouse and Secretary Wright visited PNNL to hear from leaders and scientists on how the lab is supporting developing energy technologies and commissioned new technology to advance the mission of the Department of Energy’s Office of Science, Biological and Environmental Research program. The Secretary explained how our National Labs are "crown jewels" of the scientific community and that PNNL is a world-class institution. While at PNNL, Secretary Wright discussed President Trumps' recent Executive Order launching the Genesis Mission, a new national effort to use artificial intelligence to transform how scientific research is conducted and accelerate the speed of scientific discovery. U.S. National Labs will be a key piece of the mission. The Secretary also spoke on the importance of the four Lower Snake River dams after visiting the Ice Harbor Dam. He discussed how important our dams are in keeping rates low and ensuring grid reliability, eve… 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-06T20:09:11Z
https://randall.house.gov/media/press-releases/reps-randall-ruiz-lead-18-dem-colleagues-letter-hhs-secretary-kennedy-address Reps. Randall, Ruiz lead 18 Dem Colleagues In Letter to HHS Secretary Kennedy to Address Gaps in Tribal Health Grant Funding 2025-12-05 2025 2025-12 Democrat House WA Emily Randall R000621 randall.house.gov randall https://randall.house.gov/media/press-releases scraper WASHINGTON, DC – Yesterday, U.S. House Representatives Emily Randall (D, WA-06), Raul Ruiz (D, CA-25), led 18 Democratic colleagues in a letter to Health and Human Services (HHS) Secretary Kennedy raising concerns about recent changes to federal grant eligibility that could undermine health care services in Native communities. “Despite the high percentage of [American Indian and Alaska Native] people in urban areas, the urban Indian health line-item makes up only about 1 percent of the [Indian Health Service] (IHS) budget and for some [Urban Indian Organizations] (UIOs), IHS funding covers less than half of their budget,” the members wrote in the letter. “Because of this, UIOs rely heavily on other federal grants from multiple HHS agencies to carry out their functions. Cuts or changes to these grants will disproportionately impact UIOs ability to carry out their mission and serve their patients." The lawmakers warn that updated guidance limits eligibility to “Tribes” and “Tribal organizations,” excluding Urban Indian Organizations (UIOs) from applying. This shift threatens critical funding streams that support high-quality, culturally grounded health care for American Indian and Alaska Native people — including the approximately 87% who live in urban areas. "As a result of HHS’s restricting, we are concerned that UIOs are now at risk of losing eligibility for funding streams that were previously available to the entire [Indian Health Service, Tribal Health Services, and Urban Indian Health Programs] (I/T/U) system because the language used in some grant eligibility criteria only mentions “tribes and tribal organizations” as eligible entities,” the members continued. “We believe this is an unintentional oversight caused by the mistaken belief that UIOs are considered Tribal Organizations, which they are not. UIOs are non-profit, IHS contracted agencies—a key component in the I/T/U system and exist as an extension of treaty rights to provide direct health services to citizens of federally recognized Tribes." In… 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-06T20:09:11Z
https://schrier.house.gov/media/press-releases/congresswoman-kim-schrier-md-wa-08-blasts-dangerous-acip-decision-stop Congresswoman Kim Schrier, M.D. (WA-08), Blasts Dangerous ACIP Decision to Stop Recommending Birth Dose of Hepatitis B Vaccine 2025-12-05 2025 2025-12 Democrat House WA Kim Schrier S001216 schrier.house.gov schrier https://schrier.house.gov/media/press-releases scraper Today, Congresswoman Kim Schrier, M.D. (WA-08), the first pediatrician elected to Congress, released the following statement after the Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices (ACIP) voted to stop recommending the birth dose of the hepatitis B vaccine. "As expected and feared, RFK Jr.’s anti-vaxxer stacked Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices (ACIP) just ended the standard practice of vaccinating every newborn against hepatitis B, a terrible disease that infants can be exposed to at birth and from contact with people who unknowingly have hepatitis B. The ramifications of today’s decision – made without any indication that a newborn dose is unsafe – will be horrific. Ninety percent of those infected as newborns will go on to have chronic hepatitis B, and many of them will die prematurely from liver disease or liver cancer. "This is entirely preventable. We have already tried only immunizing people thought to be ‘at risk’, but did not see near elimination of new cases until universal vaccination at birth. Today's decision will cause our nation's children to get infected and die needlessly. I will do all I can to fight against this decision. Parents, please trust your pediatrician, not RFK, Jr." 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-06T20:09:11Z
https://schrier.house.gov/media/press-releases/democratic-doctors-caucus-condemns-dangerous-acip-decision-stop-recommending Democratic Doctors Caucus Condemns Dangerous ACIP Decision to Stop Recommending Birth Dose of Hepatitis B Vaccine 2025-12-05 2025 2025-12 Democrat House WA Kim Schrier S001216 schrier.house.gov schrier https://schrier.house.gov/media/press-releases scraper WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, the Democratic Doctors Caucus released the following statement after the Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices (ACIP) voted to stop recommending the birth dose of the hepatitis B vaccine. “The Democratic Doctors Caucus unequivocally condemns the decision to end the decades-long standard practice of vaccinating every newborn against hepatitis B. Today’s decision—made without any scientific justification that a newborn dose is unsafe—will lead to more disease, more cancer, more preventable deaths, and will further increase the cost of health care in our nation. We call on Acting CDC Director O’Neill to reject this recommendation. The Democratic Doctors Caucus will keep up our fight against this administration’s continued attacks like this on basic science and do all we can to protect the health and well-being of the American people.” 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-06T20:09:11Z
https://delbene.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=4228 DelBene Announces WA-01 Winner of 2025 Congressional App Challenge 2025-12-04 2025 2025-12 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 AnemoDx, coded by Isabella Li, Hiya Pandey, and Anya Mehta from Redmond High School, as the winner of the 2025 Congressional App Challenge from Washington’s 1st Congressional District. AnemoDx is an app that serves as a non-invasive, early warning system for people with anemia by helping users estimate their hemoglobin levels and alert them if they are too high or too low. It encourages users to seek out medical attention when necessary, making it especially useful to those who are prone to anemia and people in underprivileged or rural areas who may have limited access to regular blood tests or healthcare facilities. A demo of AnemoDx can be found here. The winning app was selected by a panel of impartial judges from our local technology community. The panel also awarded second place to BillBrain, created by Abhinav Bandaru, Vishvath Vinesh, Lohith Thimmichetty, and Ghirish Senthil Kumar from Lake Stevens High School, and third place to SwiftPermit, created by Arron Randhawa, Rohan Chilikuri, and Ishwin Baweja from Lake Washington High School. AnemoDx 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 2026-04-06T20:09:11Z
https://randall.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-randall-slams-speaker-johnson-over-inaction-solve-republican-created Rep. Randall Slams Speaker Johnson Over Inaction to Solve Republican-Created Health Care Crisis 2025-12-04 2025 2025-12 Democrat House WA Emily Randall R000621 randall.house.gov randall https://randall.house.gov/media/press-releases scraper WASHINGTON DC -- Today, U.S. Representative Emily Randall (D, WA-06) spoke on the House floor to raise the alarm on the Republican-created health care crisis. At the end of the month, the Affordable Care Act Enhanced Premium Tax Credits will officially expire, leaving 24 million Americans who currently purchase health care on the exchange to face skyrocketing monthly premiums. A full transcript of Rep. Randall’s remarks are below, video HERE: “Thank you, Mr. Speaker. I come to the floor today to raise the alarm on the Republican health care crisis. Speaker Johnson shut the government down for 43 days and kept the House out of session, effectively running out the clock to find solutions to address the health care affordability crisis created by my Republican colleagues. And now we have just 11 session days left before recessing for the holidays. “And my colleagues on the other side of the aisle have offered zero solutions. At the end of the month, the Affordable Care Act enhanced Premium tax credits will officially expire, leaving 24 million Americans who currently purchase health care on the exchange in an unimaginable position. “While Mike Johnson may be sleeping soundly and enjoying the holidays with his family, millions of Americans will be up at night worrying about how they are going to pay for health insurance -- on top of the affordability crisis the Trump administration created with reckless policies. “My family knows what this feels like. My sister Olivia was born with microcephaly, which means her brain was small and the doctors didn't know why. And even with insurance provided by my dad's civilian job at the Department of Defense, Olivia wouldn't have gotten the care that she needed to live for 19 years as healthy as possible if it weren't for the Washington State Legislature expanding Medicaid the year she was born. “And my family would have faced dire choices about which bills not to pay in order to meet Olivia's needs if it weren't for Medicaid access. Would we give up heating, groceries, scho… 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-06T20:09:11Z
https://adamsmith.house.gov/news/press-releases/smith-jayapal-introduce-legislation-end-inhumane-immigration-detention Smith, Jayapal Introduce Legislation to End Inhumane Immigration Detention Conditions 2025-12-03 2025 2025-12 Democrat House WA Adam Smith S000510 adamsmith.house.gov adamsmith https://adamsmith.house.gov/news/press-releases scraper WASHINGTON, D.C. — U.S. Representatives Pramila Jayapal (WA-07) and Adam Smith (WA-09) are today introducing the Dignity for Detained Immigrants Act, legislation to enact guardrails and oversight on immigration detention, and to ensure civil and human rights are protected. "We are witnessing appalling conditions for immigration detention and a clear disregard for basic human rights," said Smith. "No one should be subjected to overcrowded cells, denied medical care, or held in facilities that profit off of human suffering. This legislation establishes the oversight and guardrails needed to end these abuses and ensure that people are treated with dignity." “Under the Trump Administration, we have seen a shocking surge in the detention of people who have committed no crimes being locked up in increasingly horrifying conditions,” said Jayapal. “People are being held in squalor, largely in private, for-profit detention facilities, all to pad the bottom lines of prison corporations that donate to Donald Trump and Republicans. As Trump has struck down legal pathways and made it nearly impossible to come to or stay in this country, even for those who have been here for decades, this will only continue to get worse. We must pass this legislation to protect dignity and civil rights in America.” Since President Trump returned to office, the use of immigration detention has skyrocketed to unprecedented levels, with over 66,000 people detained. During that period of time, 23 people have died in Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) custody. Nearly 73 percent of those detained have no criminal convictions, and many of those with convictions have only minor offenses, including traffic violations. Detained people in these facilities are being held in inhumane living conditions, with reports of overcrowding forcing 35 men to share one toilet and sleep head to toe on concrete floors, of people being served only a cup of rice a day or rotting food, and of people having their medications withheld or being denied necessary me… 1 2026-04-04T05:28:40Z 2026-04-04T05:30:10Z
https://delbene.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=4230 DelBene Leads Bipartisan Effort Urging USTR to Hold Canada Accountable for Dairy Trade Violations 2025-12-03 2025 2025-12 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), Claudia Tenney (NY-24), Tony Wied (WI-8), Jim Costa (CA-21) led a bipartisan group of 74 members of the House of Representatives in a letter to U.S. Trade Representative Jamieson Greer, urging him to hold Canada accountable for failing to meet its dairy commitments under the United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement (USMCA). The letter calls on the administration to use the upcoming 2026 USMCA review process to address these longstanding concerns. During USMCA negotiations, Canada agreed to expand market access for U.S. dairy by creating new tariff-rate quotas (TRQs) reserved exclusively for American producers. Instead, Canada has undermined the agreement by allocating most TRQs to Canadian processors, who often have no incentive to import, rather than to retailers, restaurants, or food service providers who have the need and desire for high-quality, lower-cost U.S. dairy products. Canada has further distorted the market by offloading artificially low-priced nonfat milk solids onto the global marketplace, putting downward pressure on prices for U.S. producers. Despite repeated U.S. challenges, Canada has refused to uphold their commitments, making the 2026 review a critical opportunity to strengthen the deal and protect American dairy producers. The letter also highlights the strong gains made with Mexico under USMCA and stresses the importance of preserving that progress. “As a bipartisan group, we remain unified in our belief that the upcoming 2026 review of USMCA represents a critical opportunity to deliver to American dairy farmers, producers, and exporters the market access that was originally promised when the agreement entered into force,” wrote the Members. “USMCA raised the bar for what trade agreements could be, yet Canada has still failed to uphold its dairy commitments. This review is the appropriate mechanism to strengthen enforcement, close loopholes, and ensure that the benefits envisioned under the agreement are fully realized.” The effort is strongly … 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-06T20:09:11Z
https://jayapal.house.gov/2025/12/03/jayapal-casar-demand-action-in-wake-of-worsening-human-rights-crisis-in-pakistan/ Jayapal, Casar Demand Action in Wake of Worsening Human Rights Crisis in Pakistan 2025-12-03 2025 2025-12 Democrat House WA Pramila Jayapal J000298 jayapal.house.gov jayapal https://jayapal.house.gov/category/press-releases/ scraper WASHINGTON, D.C. — U.S. Representatives Pramila Jayapal (WA-07) and Greg Casar (TX-35) today led 42 Members of Congress in sending a letter to U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio urging the administration to take concrete action to hold Pakistan’s military accountable and call for the release of political prisoners. “In recent years, U.S. citizens and residents who have spoken out against authoritarian abuses in Pakistan have faced threats, intimidation, and harassment — often extending to their families in Pakistan,” wrote the Members. “These tactics include arbitrary detentions, coercion, and retaliatory violence, targeting diaspora individuals and their relatives. These actions infringe upon the right to freedom of expression […], further, they set a dangerous precedent for foreign interference on U.S. soil.” As Pakistan faces an escalating crisis of authoritarianism, democratic institutions have been dismantled, and opposition leaders have been held without charge and denied fair trials. Pakistanis have been arrested for social media posts, and those living in other countries, including the United States, have been threatened or had their family threatened for exercising their right to free speech. The letter calls for real steps to be taken to address these injustices. “We urge you to swiftly impose targeted measures, including visa bans and asset freezes, against officials responsible for transnational repression, widespread human rights violations, and systematic repression in Pakistan,” continued the Members. “We have called out transnational repression in other countries before and will continue to do so; the same principled approach must be applied here.” The full letter can be read here. The letter was signed by Donald S. Beyer, Jr. (VA-08), Joaquin Castro (TX-20), Judy Chu (CA-28), Yvette D. Clarke (NY-09), Steve Cohen (TN-09), Herbert Conaway (NJ-03), Joe Courtney (CT-02), Madeleine Dean (PA-04), Rosa DeLauro (CT-03), Mark DeSaulnier (CA-10), Lloyd Doggett (TX-37), Maxwell Frost (FL-10), Jesús G… 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-06T20:09:11Z
https://jayapal.house.gov/2025/12/03/jayapal-smith-introduce-legislation-to-end-inhumane-immigration-detention-conditions/ Jayapal, Smith Introduce Legislation to End Inhumane Immigration Detention Conditions 2025-12-03 2025 2025-12 Democrat House WA Pramila Jayapal J000298 jayapal.house.gov jayapal https://jayapal.house.gov/category/press-releases/ scraper WASHINGTON, D.C. — U.S. Representatives Pramila Jayapal (WA-07) and Adam Smith (WA-09) are today introducing the Dignity for Detained Immigrants Act, legislation to enact guardrails and oversight on immigration detention, and to ensure civil and human rights are protected. “Under the Trump Administration, we have seen a shocking surge in the detention of people who have committed no crimes being locked up in increasingly horrifying conditions,” said Jayapal. “People are being held in squalor, largely in private, for-profit detention facilities, all to pad the bottom lines of prison corporations that donate to Donald Trump and Republicans. As Trump has struck down legal pathways and made it nearly impossible to come to or stay in this country, even for those who have been here for decades, this will only continue to get worse. We must pass this legislation to protect dignity and civil rights in America.” “We are witnessing appalling conditions for immigration detention and a clear disregard for basic human rights,” said Smith. “No one should be subjected to overcrowded cells, denied medical care, or held in facilities that profit off of human suffering. This legislation establishes the oversight and guardrails needed to end these abuses and ensure that people are treated with dignity.” Since President Trump returned to office, the use of immigration detention has skyrocketed to unprecedented levels, with over 66,000 people detained. During that period of time, 23 people have died in Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) custody. Nearly 73 percent of those detained have no criminal convictions, and many of those with convictions have only minor offenses, including traffic violations. Detained people in these facilities are being held in inhumane living conditions, with reports of overcrowding forcing 35 men to share one toilet and sleep head to toe on concrete floors, of people being served only a cup of rice a day or rotting food, and of people having their medications withheld or being denied necessary me… 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-06T20:09:11Z
https://jayapal.house.gov/2025/12/02/budget-democrats-demand-vought-testify-before-committee/ Budget Democrats Demand Vought Testify Before Committee 2025-12-02 2025 2025-12 Democrat House WA Pramila Jayapal J000298 jayapal.house.gov jayapal https://jayapal.house.gov/category/press-releases/ scraper WASHINGTON, DC – Congressman Brendan F. Boyle (PA-02), Ranking Member of the House Budget Committee, led all Committee Democrats in sending a letter to Office of Management and Budget (OMB) Director Russell Vought demanding his immediate testimony before the Committee. The request follows the Committee’s November 18 hearing, where Chairman Jodey Arrington publicly agreed with Ranking Member Boyle that Director Vought must appear. “As you continue to disregard the law and withhold essential resources from communities across the country, you owe this Committee an explanation for why you believe you possess such authority,” wrote Ranking Member Boyle and Committee Democrats. “If you fail to appear before this Committee before the end of the year, this will be the only Administration in the last 50 years to not send the OMB Director — a basic standard you yourself met during President Trump’s first Administration (appearing in both 2019 and 2020),” the letter continues. “If you disagree with both Chairman Arrington and Budget Democrats it will make one point unmistakably clear: you know you cannot defend an extreme agenda that is driving up costs, weakening the labor market, and inflicting real economic harm on the American people.” Read the full letter to OMB Director Vought here. 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-06T20:09:11Z
https://jayapal.house.gov/2025/12/02/jayapal-markey-clarke-lee-reintroduce-ai-civil-rights-act-to-eliminate-ai-discrimination-and-enact-guardrails-on-use-of-algorithms-in-decisions-impacting-peoples-rights-civil-li/ Jayapal, Markey, Clarke, Lee Reintroduce AI Civil Rights Act to Eliminate AI Discrimination and Enact Guardrails on Use of Algorithms in Decisions Impacting People’s Rights, Civil Liberties, Livelihoods 2025-12-02 2025 2025-12 Democrat House WA Pramila Jayapal J000298 jayapal.house.gov jayapal https://jayapal.house.gov/category/press-releases/ scraper Washington (December 2, 2025) – Senator Edward J. Markey (D-Mass.), member of the Commerce, Science and Transportation Committee, and Representative Yvette Clarke (NY-09), Chair of the Congressional Black Caucus, held a press conference today to reintroduce their Artificial Intelligence (AI) Civil Rights Act, comprehensive legislation to prevent companies from using biased and discriminatory AI-powered algorithms to help make critical decisions in Americans’ lives, ensure algorithms are tested before and after deployment, and increase transparency of complex algorithms used for critical decisions. The legislation is co-led in the House by Representatives Pramila Jayapal (WA-07), Summer Lee (PA-12), and Ayanna Pressley (MA-07). The legislation is co-sponsored by Senators Mazie Hirono (D-Hawaii), Cory Booker (D-N.J.), Jeff Merkley (D-Ore.), and Elizabeth Warren (D-Mass.), and Representatives Wesley Bell (MO-01), André Carson (IN-07), Judy Chu (CA-28), Danny K. Davis (IL-07), Chris Deluzio (PA-17), Jonathan Jackson (IL-01), Robin Kelly (IL-02), Jim McGovern (MA-02), Eleanor Holmes-Norton (D-D.C.), Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez (NY-14), Mark Pocan (WI-02), Delia Ramirez (IL-03), Bennie Thompson (MS-02), Rashida Tlaib (MI-12), Bonnie Watson Coleman (NJ-12), Frederica Wilson (FL-24), Jesús G. “Chuy” García (IL-04), and Valerie Foushee (NC-04). “We must address AI-powered bias and discrimination in the AI age,” said Senator Markey. “Under the AI Civil Rights Act, America would show leadership in AI—not just technological leadership, but moral leadership. We cannot abandon our principles in reckless pursuit of technological superiority. Otherwise, we risk building a future where innovation races ahead, but justice falls behind. I am grateful for Congresswomen Clarke, Pressley, Jayapal, and Lee for their partnership on the AI Civil Rights Act. We will not allow for AI to stand for accelerating injustice.” “The AI Civil Rights Act represents a bold new front in our ongoing battle to protect the rights, dignity, and safety of… 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-06T20:09:11Z
https://larsen.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=4064 Larsen Releases Statement on Trump Administration Changes to Immigration Processes 2025-12-02 2025 2025-12 Democrat House WA Rick Larsen L000560 larsen.house.gov larsen https://larsen.house.gov/news/documentquery.aspx scraper Today, Representative Rick Larsen (WA-02) released the following statement after the Trump administration announced changes to immigration processes: “Refugees and humanitarian nonprofits that support refugees should not be punished because of the actions of one violent person. “I supported the establishment of World Relief’s Whatcom County office and I continue to support their work. Since 2021, World Relief has helped resettle more than 800 people in the area, including individuals who helped protect American troops in Afghanistan. World Relief is a critical organization that gives families who have faced severe hardship the opportunity to contribute to our communities and pursue the American dream. “People fleeing violence to live in the United States deserve due process and a fair chance.” ### 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-06T20:09:11Z
https://larsen.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=4066 Larsen, Owens Introduce Bipartisan Bill to Support World Cup Host City Transportation 2025-12-02 2025 2025-12 Democrat House WA Rick Larsen L000560 larsen.house.gov larsen https://larsen.house.gov/news/documentquery.aspx scraper Today, Representative Rick Larsen (D-WA-02), Ranking Member of the House Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, and Representative Burgess Owens (R-UT-04) introduced the Transportation Assistance for Olympic and World Cup Cities Act to authorize $50 million in funding each year to improve transportation infrastructure in the cities hosting next year’s—and future—Olympic and World Cup games. “USMNT’s success on the field is inevitable, and this bipartisan bill makes sure the United States succeeds off the field, too,” Rep. Larsen said. “The World Cup needs world-class infrastructure to ensure teams and their fans can safely travel to and from every game. That’s why we’re unlocking millions of dollars in funding for host cities—like Seattle in my home state—to improve their transportation infrastructure before the opening whistle.” “As the host of the 2002 Winter Olympic and Paralympic Games, Utah knows how to welcome the world, and we’re gearing up to do it again in 2034,” Rep. Owens said. “I’m proud to be Utah’s top advocate on the Transportation and Infrastructure Committee and to co-lead this effort to give host cities across America the dependable federal partner they need while preparing to host major international sporting events like the Olympics and World Cup. This support strengthens transportation planning, boosts local collaboration, and ensures the United States is ready to shine on the global stage.” Legislation Background Funds authorized by this legislation can be used to help host cities prepare their transit routes, roads, sidewalks and other transportation infrastructure for multiday international sporting events, including the FIFA Women’s and Men’s World Cups, the Olympics, Paralympics and Special Olympics. Hosting a single World Cup match can cost cities roughly $100 to $200 million. Under this legislation, cities would be eligible for up to $10 million per event per year. To learn more, click here. This legislation is a House companion to the identically named bill introduced by… 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-06T20:09:11Z
https://newhouse.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/newhouse-introduces-legislation-strengthen-urban-canals Newhouse Introduces Legislation to Strengthen Urban Canals 2025-12-02 2025 2025-12 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 (R-WA) introduced the Urban Canal Modernization Act alongside Reps. Mike Simpson (R-ID), Adam Gray (D-CA), and Russ Fulcher (R-ID) to help the Bureau of Reclamation repair urban canals of concern. "Urban canal maintenance is an issue across the country, but especially in Grant County, Washington," said Rep. Newhouse. "The Bureau of Reclamation’s canals are in dire need of repairs, and the surrounding communities who rely on them would be at risk if they were to fail. This legislation gives local authorities additional resources to manage these critical pieces of infrastructure while protecting the people and property around canals of concern. I strongly support this bill and thank Rep. Simpson for again leading this important effort." Rep. Simpson said, "We must address urban canal repairs to protect Idahoans and Westerners’ way of life. The substantial urban growth around irrigation canals has created challenges and poses a threat to communities nearby. It’s well past time we act on these concerns. The Urban Canal Modernization Act does just that by maintaining safety, expanding accessibility, and providing additional tools to ensure these crucial repairs get completed." Rep. Gray said, "While California’s population has more than doubled since the mid-20th century, our water capacity hasn’t expanded to meet the needs of our communities. The federal government must invest in our existing water systems to reduce costs on water users and our farmers. The bipartisan Urban Canal Modernization Act would rebuild crumbling, outdated water infrastructure in the Valley to bring us into the 21st century." Rep. Fulcher said, "Urban canals are vital to agricultural, irrigation, and the water needs of our communities. Yet much of this critical infrastructure—some of it more than a century old—is in urgent need of repair. The Urban Canals Modernization Act is a common-sense solution to help address these challenges and ensure our canals in Idaho and across the country get the up… 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-06T20:09:11Z
https://newhouse.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/newhouse-calls-faa-review-inslees-horse-heaven-hills-wind-farm Newhouse Calls for FAA Review of Inslee's Horse Heaven Hills Wind Farm 2025-12-01 2025 2025-12 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) sent a letter to Federal Aviation Administrator (FAA) Bryan Bedford requesting a re-examination of a previous determination on the Horse Heaven Hill Wind Project's potential hazardous impact on airspace in the region. "I share the concerns of the residents in the Tri-Cities with the proposed wind project because of potential devasting impacts to the airspace. It includes commercial flights to PSC, Department of Defense military training routes, medivac flights from Oregon to the area’s only level II trauma center, and the utilization of air tankers for aerial firefighting. This project adds unnecessary and significant risks to aviation that need to be recognized and considered," Rep. Newhouse wrote in the letter. Newhouse added, "Unfortunately, former Governor Jay Inslee ignored these potential impacts to air operations and stakeholder concerns when he expediently permitted this project...There remains a great deal of concern about its impact on safe and reliable air operations. I believe a rigorous re-examination of the prior determination of no hazard is essential to properly and accurately assess this project’s impact on the community." In November 2024, Former Governor Jay Inslee approved a 24-mile-long wind farm on the Horse Heaven Hills in Benton County, WA. The project has been met with staunch opposition from local residents, state legislators, and tribal communities. Read the full letter here. ### 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-06T20:09:11Z
https://schrier.house.gov/media/press-releases/congresswoman-schrier-introduces-legislation-support-farmers-conservation Congresswoman Schrier Introduces Legislation to Support Farmers, Conservation Efforts 2025-12-01 2025 2025-12 Democrat House WA Kim Schrier S001216 schrier.house.gov schrier https://schrier.house.gov/media/press-releases scraper WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, Representatives Kim Schrier, M.D. (WA-08) and Marilyn Strickland (WA-10) introduced the Partnerships for Agricultural Climate Action (PACA) Act of 2025. This bill would scale and replicate Washington state’s bipartisan Sustainable Farms and Fields program, which supports farmers by incentivizing voluntary conservation practices, enhancing producer innovation and viability, and enabling locally led climate action. "Our farmers play an integral role in our community here in Washington state, influencing our culture, economy, and environment,” said Congresswoman Schrier. “It is our responsibility to support our agricultural community, particularly as they face growing challenges posed by climate change. That's why I'm proud to introduce the PACA Act to help producers here in the Eighth District and across the country voluntarily strengthen their climate resiliency, contribute to climate solutions, stay in business, and improve their bottom line." “The vast majority of farms in Washington state are operated by small farmers, who need support as they prioritize conservation and sustainability while remaining profitable,” said Congresswoman Strickland. “The Partnerships for Agricultural Climate Action Act prioritizes funding for climate-resilient innovative crops from low-income and minority farmers.” Beyond scaling a successful state agriculture model, this bill allows farmers to best utilize their land and implement regionally relevant agricultural practices. Farmers, trusted partners, and state and Tribal governments can use PACA grants to support climate change adaptation and mitigation that best fits their land and circumstances. The Partnerships for Agricultural Climate Action (PACA) Act of 2025 will: Establish a new subprogram under USDA’s existing Conservation Innovation Grants (CIG) for local partners, States, and Tribes to improve and expedite resource access for producers who are reducing emissions, enhancing soil carbon storage, and improving resilience to extreme weather. En… 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-06T20:09:11Z
https://larsen.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=4063 Larsen Releases Statement on Shooting in D.C. 2025-11-27 2025 2025-11 Democrat House WA Rick Larsen L000560 larsen.house.gov larsen https://larsen.house.gov/news/documentquery.aspx scraper Today, Representative Rick Larsen (WA-02) released the following statement: “I condemn the senseless violence committed in Washington D.C. against two brave National Guard members. I support local and federal law enforcement efforts to hold the shooter accountable. My thoughts are with the family of Specialist Sarah Beckstrom, and with Staff Sergeant Andrew Wolfe as he fights for his life." ### Larsen Fights Drug Trafficking, Funds Public Safety and Addiction Recovery February 10, 2026 | Posted in Press Releases Larsen and Colleagues Secure Reinstatement of Addiction and Mental Health Funding January 15, 2026 | Posted in Press Releases Larsen Releases Statement on the Protests in Los Angeles June 11, 2025 | Posted in Press Releases Larsen Introduces Bipartisan Bill to Combat Drug Trafficking in Tribal Communities June 5, 2025 | Posted in Press Releases 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-06T19:52:45Z
https://larsen.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=4062 Larsen Releases Statement on Cancellation of Constellation-class Frigate Program 2025-11-26 2025 2025-11 Democrat House WA Rick Larsen L000560 larsen.house.gov larsen https://larsen.house.gov/news/documentquery.aspx scraper Today, Representative Rick Larsen (WA-02) released the following statement after the Navy announced the cancellation of the Constellation-class frigate program: “I am disappointed to see the Administration abandon the Constellation-class frigate program, which would have a significant impact on the future of the Navy. "Naval Station Everett (NSE), which is located in a deep water port with proximity to the Indo-Pacific, will compete aggressively to be the homeport for new Navy missions. A strong and growing NSE will create local jobs that have concrete impacts in the communities I represent – groceries on the table, school supplies in backpacks, gas in minivans and more economic activity that has ripple effects on other local businesses and workers. "This decision demands transparency and a clear plan for filling the capability gap left by the frigate program’s cancellation. I will keep fighting for a new class of smaller surface combatant ships and the small shipyards we need to modernize and strengthen the Navy’s fleet. The Navy will need every available pier in order to reach its shipbuilding goals. "I will continue to ensure that decisions about ship homeporting sustain jobs for Northwest Washington and keep our country safe. Northwest Washington has always answered the call to serve, and I will hold the Navy and the Administration accountable to do the same by investing in the fleet, in the workforce, and in the future of Naval Station Everett.” ### 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-06T19:52:45Z
https://newhouse.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/newhouse-daines-urge-house-leadership-pass-legislation-build-more Newhouse, Daines Urge House Leadership to Pass Legislation to Build More Hydropower 2025-11-25 2025 2025-11 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 (R-WA) and U.S. Senator Steve Daines (R-MT) sent a letter to Speaker of the House of Representatives Mike Johnson and House Majority Leader Steve Scalise urging swift passage of their “Build More Hydro” bill - S. 1020/H.R. 2072. "We write to you to urge the passage of S.1020 (H.R. 2072), our ‘Build More Hydro’ bill, a bipartisan bill that authorizes the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) to extend construction deadlines for critical hydropower projects nationwide. On July 9, 2025, S.1020 passed the Senate by unanimous consent and the House received the bill on August 1, 2025, where it remains held at the desk awaiting action. If S. 1020 is not enacted, 37 unconstructed, FERC-licensed hydropower projects across 15 states, representing more than 2.6GW of baseload power and $6.5 billion in investment, are at risk of termination… …Since the introduction of this bill, approximately 100MW of hydropower has been put on hold with an additional 36MW forced into limbo by the end of the year because of congressional inaction. Hydropower supplies baseload electricity to over 30 million homes, provides 96% of utility-scale energy storage, and remains vital to flood control, water storage, irrigation, and grid reliability services… Losing these projects would undermine grid reliability at a time when we can least afford it. Advancing S.1020 before the end of the year is an essential step to protect American energy security, ensure reliable power to communities across the nation and prevent the loss of billions in investment," Newhouse and Daines wrote in the letter. Senator Daines’s S. 1020, which passed the U.S. Senate with unanimous consent in July 2025, would extend construction deadlines for critical hydropower projects nationwide and increase American energy production. Rep. Newhouse introduced the companion legislation, H.R. 2072, earlier this year. Read the full letter here. ### 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-06T19:52:45Z
https://newhouse.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/newhouse-introduces-legislation-strengthen-us-timber-industry Newhouse Introduces Legislation to Strengthen U.S. Timber Industry 2025-11-24 2025 2025-11 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 (R-WA) introduced the Supporting American Wood and Mill Infrastructure with Loans for Longevity (SAWMILL) Act alongside Rep. Terri Sewell (D-AL) to permanently reauthorize the Timber Production Expansion Guaranteed Loan Program (TPEP). "Washington State’s timber industry supplies our region with good paying jobs, helps reduce the risk of wildfires, and is a tool in responsibly managing our forests," said Rep. Newhouse. "The SAWMILL Act gives timber mills the ability to grow their operations and support rural communities who stand to benefit even more from a strong, local timber industry. As we work in Congress on a wide range of policies to protect our forests, this legislation is a positive step we can take to make sure the federal government is making it easier for the industry to be successful here at home." Rep. Sewell said, "Alabama’s rural landowners and forestry sector too often can’t access sawmills and other wood processing infrastructure which increase property values and advance the mission of forestry conservation. I am proud to join Rep. Newhouse in introducing the SAWMILL Act, which will bring critical infrastructure to rural communities, expand access to new markets for rural landowners, and encourage conservation of the environment." TPEP offers low-interest, long-term loans for timber and wood processing companies to invest in their facilities and equipment, with a particular emphasis on supporting timber mills processing hazardous fuels. This simultaneously boosts rural economies and reduces wildfire risk on public lands. The legislation is supported by the American Wood Council, American Forests, and The Lumber Manufactory (TLM). Jackson Morrill, President and CEO, American Wood Council, said, "Our nation’s sawmills and wood processing facilities directly employ nearly half a million Americans, with individual mills serving as economic drivers in their communities. When a mill closes, the whole community suffers, and some unfortunately never reco… 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-06T19:52:45Z
https://schrier.house.gov/media/press-releases/icymi-congresswoman-schrier-introduces-bipartisan-legislation-cut-bureaucratic ICYMI: Congresswoman Schrier Introduces Bipartisan Legislation to Cut Bureaucratic Red Tape, Support Lifesaving Blood Centers 2025-11-24 2025 2025-11 Democrat House WA Kim Schrier S001216 schrier.house.gov schrier https://schrier.house.gov/media/press-releases scraper WASHINGTON, DC – Congresswoman Kim Schrier, M.D. (WA-08) and Congressman Tony Wied (WI-08) introduced the BLOOD Centers Act, a bipartisan bill to cut onerous administrative requirements placed on blood centers to help ensure that hospitals have a sufficient blood supply to meet patient needs. Congressman Tom Tiffany (WI-07) was also an original cosponsor. "As a doctor, I know that donated blood products save lives in dire situations," said Congresswoman Schrier, M.D. “Redundant regulation and red tape make it harder for blood centers to get blood products where they are needed, when they are needed. I'm proud to join my colleagues in introducing this bipartisan legislation to reduce unnecessary administrative hurdles without compromising patient safety." “At a time when our nation’s blood supply has reached a critical low, we must do everything we can to cut through red tape to ensure that people who are willing to donate can do so easily and swiftly,” said Congressman Wied. “That is why I am proud to introduce the bipartisan BLOOD Centers Act to expedite the ability of blood centers to open new locations and collect life-saving blood for those who need it.” Under current Food and Drug Administration (FDA) regulations, blood centers must report changes, including the addition of a new fixed site, to their approved biologics license applications (BLA). This process can include additional steps, further delaying federal approval and preventing blood centers from expanding their operations. Congresswoman Schrier’s bill addresses this issue by instructing the FDA to create an expedited licensure process following passage of the legislation. This will bring much-needed efficiency improvements to the process while maintaining rigorous safety standards. “Government red tape and delays can cost lives when every drop counts,” said Congressman Tiffany. “The BLOOD Centers Act streamlines approvals and requires the FDA to act within 30 days so lifesaving donations can reach patients quicker.” 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-06T19:52:45Z
https://larsen.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=4058 Larsen Secures More than $50 Million for Northwest Washington Transit Agencies 2025-11-21 2025 2025-11 Democrat House WA Rick Larsen L000560 larsen.house.gov larsen https://larsen.house.gov/news/documentquery.aspx scraper This week, the Federal Transit Administration (FTA) awarded more than $50 million in grant funding to four Northwest Washington transit agencies to transition to low emission buses, improve service reliability and invest in paratransit services. “The Bipartisan Infrastructure Law continues to deliver cleaner and greener bus service to Northwest Washington,” said Larsen, the lead Democrat on the House Transportation & Infrastructure Committee. “This critical funding will allow local transit agencies to reduce carbon emissions and maintenance costs while ensuring riders continue to have reliable, accessible transportation options.” The grant funding comes from FTA’s Low- or No-Emission Vehicle and Buses and Bus Facilities initiatives. As co-chair of the bipartisan Congressional Bus Caucus, Rep. Larsen has long worked to increase federal funding for bus transit, including low-emission buses. The Bipartisan Infrastructure Law invested $5.6 billion through Fiscal Year 2026 in the Low-No Program – more than six times greater than the previous five years of funding combined – and nearly $2 billion in Buses and Bus Facilities. Grants for Local Transit Agencies Northwest Washington transit agencies were awarded more than $50 million in grant funding: What Transit Agencies are Saying Northwest Washington transit agencies celebrated the grant funding and highlighted their importance to local communities and commuters. “This is great news,” said Everett Transit Director Mike Schmieder. “The $10.07 million awarded to Everett Transit by the FTA will support the purchase of nine diesel-electric hybrid buses and ensure the continued delivery of safe, clean, and reliable transit service in our community. We appreciate our community partners, as well as U.S. Reps. Rick Larsen and Suzan DelBene, U.S. Sen. Patty Murray, and Snohomish County Executive Dave Somers in helping secure this invaluable funding.” “Skagit Transit is grateful to Congressman Larsen for his leadership in securing this critical federal investment. These … 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-06T19:52:45Z
https://larsen.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=4059 Larsen Fights to Extend Affordable Care Act Tax Credits 2025-11-21 2025 2025-11 Democrat House WA Rick Larsen L000560 larsen.house.gov larsen https://larsen.house.gov/news/documentquery.aspx scraper Today, Representative Rick Larsen (WA-02) released the following statement after signing a discharge petition that will force a vote in the House of Representatives to extend Affordable Care Act (ACA) tax credits if the petition reaches 218 signatories: “Health care should be affordable and accessible for all. 26,000 people I represent depend on these critical ACA tax credits to afford medical care. If Republicans in Congress allow them to expire at the end of the year, 80,000 people in Washington state will be forced to go without health care. “More uninsured people means higher health care costs for everyone and sicker family members, friends and neighbors. Because my Republican colleagues are refusing to hold a vote, too many hardworking people are facing the reality of choosing between going to the doctor, paying rent and feeding their kids. “I will keep working alongside House Democrats to extend the ACA tax credits and make health care accessible and affordable.” Rep. Larsen also joined Rep. Sharice Davids (KS-03) and 57 of their Democratic colleagues in urging Speaker Mike Johnson to immediately hold a vote to extend ACA tax credits and prevent health care costs from skyrocketing for hardworking families. The full letter to Speaker Johnson is available here and below. The Honorable Mike Johnson Speaker U.S. House of Representatives H-232, The Capitol Washington, D.C. 20515 Dear Speaker Johnson, We write to you once again about the urgent matter of Affordable Care Act (ACA) premiums and the enhanced premium tax credits (EPTCs) set to expire at the end of this year. For the past 50-plus days, you had kept the House of Representatives out of session while millions of Americans worry over how they’ll be able to pay their health care bills in 2026. Up to 24 million ACA enrollees are facing gross premium increases averaging 26 percent and actual monthly cost increases around 114 percent; some constituents have shared with us anticipated premium increases as high as 3,000 percent. Many of the American… 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-06T19:52:45Z
https://larsen.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=4061 Larsen Releases Statement on Ukraine-Russia Peace Talks 2025-11-21 2025 2025-11 Democrat House WA Rick Larsen L000560 larsen.house.gov larsen https://larsen.house.gov/news/documentquery.aspx scraper Today, Representative Rick Larsen (WA-02) released the following statement on ongoing peace talks between Ukraine and Russia: "Putin started this war and his unprovoked aggression must not be rewarded. The Administration's proposed ‘peace plan' for Ukraine is a gift to Putin that asks Ukraine to sacrifice its land, military strength and future in NATO while asking Russia to sacrifice nothing. It is time for the Administration to get serious and work with Ukraine and our European allies to develop a real peace plan that restores Ukraine's borders and gives Ukrainians the freedom to choose their own leaders and future." ### 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-06T19:52:45Z
https://schrier.house.gov/media/press-releases/democratic-doctors-caucus-chair-kim-schrier-democratic-physicians-lead-65 Democratic Doctors Caucus Chair Kim Schrier, Democratic Physicians Lead 65 colleagues on Letter Slamming RFK Jr. for Changing CDC Website to Promote False Claim That Vaccines Cause Autism 2025-11-21 2025 2025-11 Democrat House WA Kim Schrier S001216 schrier.house.gov schrier https://schrier.house.gov/media/press-releases scraper WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, Representative Kim Schrier (WA-08), Chair of the Democratic Doctors Caucus, along with her colleagues of the Democratic Doctors Caucus Ami Bera (CA-06), Herbert Conaway (NJ-03), Maxine Dexter (OR-03), Kelly Morrison (MN-03), Raul Ruiz (CA-25), led 65 other members to demand that HHS Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. immediately correct the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)’s website after it was updated to promote the widely disproven and dangerous claim that vaccines may cause autism. “As a pediatrician, I’ve dedicated my career to the health and well-being of children, and I know how important vaccinations are to keep them safe,” said Congresswoman Schrier, M.D. “I’ve taken care of children with some terrible infectious diseases, and no child should ever have to suffer from a vaccine preventable illness. RFK Jr.’s decision to spread fringe conspiracy theories and misinformation on the CDC’s official website is reckless. He’s scaring parents, undermining trust in the CDC, and putting children at risk.” “We write to you regarding the alarming removal of scientific information refuting the link between vaccines and autism spectrum disorders (autism) from the Vaccine Safety page of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention’s (CDC) website on November 19. The installation of false claims, without CDC expert career staff knowledge according to reporting, regarding a false connection between autism and vaccines is a direct threat to our nation’s public health. Before your agency’s anti-vaccine propaganda appeared on the CDC’s Vaccine Safety webpage, the CDC webpage stated that studies have shown that there is “no link” between vaccines and developing autism and that “no links” have been found between any vaccine ingredients and the disorder, according to archived webpages,” the letter states. The letter continues, “Your politicization of vaccines has made American families less safe, returns the U.S. to an era before mass vaccination prevented millions of infections, and … 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-06T19:52:45Z
https://strickland.house.gov/2025/11/21/strickland-leads-bipartisan-legislation-to-support-foster-youth-affected-by-the-opioid-crisis/ Strickland Leads Bipartisan Legislation to Support Foster Youth Affected by the Opioid Crisis 2025-11-21 2025 2025-11 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), a member of the Congressional Caucus on Foster Youth and the Addiction, Treatment, and Recovery Caucus, led the reintroduction of the Furthering Opioid Services, Training, and Education Resources (FOSTER) Act with Reps. Brian Fitzpatrick (PA-01). This bipartisan legislation will provide training and resources for foster and kinship caregivers to support children and parents affected by the opioid crisis. “Far too often, children are the silent victims of the opioid crisis. Opioid use among parents can push at-risk children into an overloaded foster care system without sufficient resources. By introducing the FOSTER Act, we are calling on Congress to support foster children and caregivers affected by the opioid crisis,” said Rep. Strickland. “Too many children are being drawn into foster and kinship care as a result of the opioid crisis, and the caregivers who step forward for them deserve the tools and training to meet this profound responsibility. Our bipartisan FOSTER Act provides that support through a whole-family approach that strengthens care, stability, and hope for children affected by parental substance use. As Co-Chair of the Bipartisan Mental Health and Substance Use Disorder Task Force, I am proud to work alongside Representative Strickland to advance this bipartisan legislation that will ensure at-risk children get the stability and care they deserve,” said Fitzpatrick. BACKGROUND: The FOSTER Act, would amend the 21st Century Cures Act to provide grants to states and localities providing child protective services to train staff and caregivers about the impact of opioid addiction on children under their care. The grants could be used for: Foster care workforce recruitment and training on the effects of parental opioid use on children Foster and adoptive parent education on the impact of opioids Addiction treatment services for parents The opioid epidemic has affected countless children and families across the United States, in… 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-06T19:52:45Z
https://jayapal.house.gov/2025/11/20/jayapal-hirono-jacobs-takano-commemorate-transgender-day-of-remembrance/ Jayapal, Hirono, Jacobs, Takano Commemorate Transgender Day of Remembrance 2025-11-20 2025 2025-11 Democrat House WA Pramila Jayapal J000298 jayapal.house.gov jayapal https://jayapal.house.gov/category/press-releases/ scraper WASHINGTON, D.C. — U.S Representatives Pramila Jayapal (WA-07) and Sara Jacobs (CA-51), the Co-Chairs of the Congressional Equality Caucus’ Transgender Equality Task Force, Senator Mazie Hirono (D-HI), and Representative Mark Takano (CA-39), Chair of the Congressional Equality Caucus, announced the introduction of a resolution commemorating November 20, 2025, as Transgender Day of Remembrance. “As anti-transgender rhetoric and legislation have increased in the United States over recent years, unfortunately so has anti-transgender violence,” said Congresswoman Jayapal. “Too many transgender people have been killed just for living as their true, authentic selves. On Transgender Day of Remembrance, this resolution stands as a symbol of the strength and resilience of the trans community and honors the lives of the trans people we have lost to violence. Trans lives matter, and our commitment to creating a just and equal society where everyone can thrive will never waver.” “As anti-transgender hate continues to rise across the country, it is crucial that we do everything in our power to protect and support transgender and gender-nonconforming communities,” said Senator Hirono. “I’m proud to join my colleagues in introducing this resolution to educate people about the discrimination and dangers that transgender communities face, as well as to honor the lives of transgender and gender-nonconforming people who were lost to violence. Transgender rights are human rights, and I’ll continue fighting so no one has to live in fear for simply existing as who they are.” “Today we remember and honor the transgender lives stolen because of hate and neglect – but remembrance is not enough,” said Rep. Jacobs. “Transgender and gender non-conforming people – like everyone else – deserve to live free from violence, discrimination, and stigma. No one should lose their life for being who they are. President Trump has made targeting LGBTQ+ people, especially those in the transgender community, a centerpiece of his agenda, fueling discri… 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-06T19:52:45Z
https://jayapal.house.gov/2025/11/20/ranking-members-raskin-jayapal-durbin-and-padilla-secretaries-noem-rubio-and-kennedy-too-cowardly-to-defend-shocking-decision-to-abandon-refugees-unlawfully-dispatch-deputies-instead/ Ranking Members Raskin, Jayapal, Durbin, and Padilla: Secretaries Noem, Rubio, and Kennedy Too Cowardly to Defend Shocking Decision to Abandon Refugees, Unlawfully Dispatch Deputies Instead 2025-11-20 2025 2025-11 Democrat House WA Pramila Jayapal J000298 jayapal.house.gov jayapal https://jayapal.house.gov/category/press-releases/ scraper Washington, D.C. (November 20, 2025)—Today, Rep. Jamie Raskin, Ranking Member of the House Judiciary Committee, Rep. Pramila Jayapal, Ranking Member of the Subcommittee on Immigration Integrity, Security, and Enforcement, Sen. Dick Durbin, Ranking Member of the Senate Judiciary Committee, and Sen. Alex Padilla, Ranking Member of the Subcommittee on Border Security and Immigration, issued the following statement after Secretary of Homeland Security Kristi Noem, Secretary of State Marco Rubio, and Secretary of Health and Human Services Robert F. Kennedy, Jr. refused to meet their legal obligation to consult with Congress on the Administration’s refugee admissions plan—sending deputies to stage a charade consultation instead: “51 days after the legal deadline, the Trump Administration today came to Capitol Hill in response to our monthslong bipartisan demands that they follow the law and consult with Congress on their refugee admissions plan. “It is outrageous that Secretaries Noem, Rubio, and Kennedy were too cowardly to come before us and explain their shocking decision to abandon nearly 130,000 vetted, approved refugees facing persecution and violence abroad. Instead they sent their deputies, in brazen violation of the lawwhich explicitly requires a consultation by ‘Cabinet-level representatives of the President.’ “The Trump Secretaries ignored their legal obligations to face us because their policy is indefensible. It is impossible to defend leaving desperate families—men, women, and children who were promised a lifeline—twisting in the winds of global violence. It is impossible to justify a policy that abandons America’s historic commitment to offering safe harbor to the persecuted. Trump’s team has slashed refugee admissions to the lowest level in our nation’s history and reserved the bulk of the few remaining slots for white South African Afrikaners. They didn’t show up because their betrayal is unspeakable. “The U.S. Refugee Resettlement program has always been a bipartisan matter of pride for our countr… 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-06T19:52:45Z
https://larsen.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=4057 Larsen Secures $2,165,000 for Community Projects in Island and San Juan Counties 2025-11-20 2025 2025-11 Democrat House WA Rick Larsen L000560 larsen.house.gov larsen https://larsen.house.gov/news/documentquery.aspx scraper Rep. Rick Larsen (WA-02) secured a total of $2,165,000 in U.S. Department of Agriculture funding for three local projects in Island and San Juan counties. Since 2022, Larsen has secured nearly $64 million for 43 projects in Northwest Washington state through annual spending bills. Larsen applauded the inclusion of earmarks in the Fiscal Year 2026 Agriculture spending bill and emphasized the importance of investing in local community projects. “If you live in a rural part of Northwest Washington state, know that I am fighting for you,” said Larsen. “This $2.1 million for community projects is a great example of cooperation between congressional and local leaders that creates jobs, builds better infrastructure and improves vital services for folks in Island and San Juan counties.” Larsen secured the following earmarks for Northwest Washington state communities: What WA-02 Community Leaders and Stakeholders Are Saying Island County Commissioner Melanie Bacon on the Recycling and Reuse Station: “Island County is deeply grateful to Representative Larsen for championing this critical project. This investment in a modern recycling and reuse facility protects local public health, improves environmental stewardship, and supports long-term population and economic growth. In addition to lowering costs for local ratepayers, the station will give our island community the resilient infrastructure it needs for the next generation.” Lopez Food Center’s Board of Directors on Lopez Food Center: “The funding for the Lopez Food Center will help build a centralized facility with a commercial kitchen, food storage, space for local food sales, pop-ups and food events, a recovery café, and much more. It will also house the inter-island local food distributor, San Juan Food Hub, and create a communal farm stand with the support of high school students. The Lopez Food Center will also provide a new home for the Lopez Food Share, a food pantry that serves 399 households increasing access to healthy, nutritious food. We believe the Lo… 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-06T19:52:45Z
https://larsen.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=4060 Larsen Statement on Reports of Coast Guard Downgrading Swastikas, Nooses and Confederate Flags as Hate Symbols 2025-11-20 2025 2025-11 Democrat House WA Rick Larsen L000560 larsen.house.gov larsen https://larsen.house.gov/news/documentquery.aspx scraper Representative Rick Larsen (WA-02), Ranking Member of the Transportation and Infrastructure Committee, released the following statement after the Washington Post reported that the United States Coast Guard plans to stop classifying the swastika, nooses, Confederate flags and other harmful iconography as a hate symbol: “Lynching is a federal hate crime. The world defeated the Nazis in 1945. The debate on these symbols is over. They symbolize hate,” Rep. Larsen said. “Coast Guard: be better.” ### 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-06T19:52:45Z
https://newhouse.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/newhouse-introduces-legislation-fight-newborn-opioid-dependency Newhouse Introduces Legislation to Fight Newborn Opioid Dependency 2025-11-20 2025 2025-11 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 (R-WA) introduced the Maddie's Infant Recovery and Children's Legislative Emergency (MIRACLE) Act alongside Rep. Michael Baumgartner (R-WA) and Rep. Kim Schrier (D-WA) to study Neonatal Abstinence Syndrome (NAS). "As the opioid and drug epidemics spread through communities in Central Washington, and across the country, there is very little being done to address its impacts on the next generation," said Rep. Newhouse. "NAS is a critical condition that puts newborns in a situation they had no control over, with serious, lasting implications threatening their health early on. This legislation directs federal resources to expand our understanding of NAS, close gaps in research and data on how it affects babies, and ensure we are equipped to treat this condition through our federal healthcare system." Rep. Baumgartner said, "As a father and a member of the Spokane community, I have seen the courage and hope that Maddie’s Place brings to families facing the unimaginable challenge of neonatal abstinence syndrome. Every child in Eastern Washington deserves a healthy start, yet too many newborns—through no fault of their own—begin life in pain because of the opioid crisis. The MIRACLE Act stands for compassion and common sense. It gives us essential data to better care for newborns in need, helps states like ours offer proven recovery nursery solutions, and empowers caregivers at Maddie’s Place and across America who provide grace and healing every day. I’m proud to champion real progress for families in Eastern Washington and help every child begin life with hope." Rep. Schrier said, "As a pediatrician, I’ve seen the discomfort of newborns withdrawing from narcotic exposure, and as the incidence of NAS rises, we need more research into long term impacts. Children’s well-being has always been one of my top priorities. I’m proud to work with my Washington delegation colleague, Congressman Newhouse, to introduce this legislation that will further our understanding of Neonatal A… 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-06T19:52:45Z
https://schrier.house.gov/media/press-releases/congresswoman-schrier-introduces-bipartisan-legislation-unlock-federal Congresswoman Schrier Introduces Bipartisan Legislation to Unlock Federal Resources for Drought-Resilient Water Infrastructure 2025-11-20 2025 2025-11 Democrat House WA Kim Schrier S001216 schrier.house.gov schrier https://schrier.house.gov/media/press-releases scraper WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, Representatives Kim Schrier (WA-08), Dan Newhouse (WA-04), John Garamendi (CA-03), Doug LaMalfa (CA-01), Jim Costa (CA-21), Vince Fong (CA-20), and Sharice Davids (KS-03) introduced the bipartisan Water Infrastructure Finance and Innovation Act (WIFIA) Amendments of 2025 that will fund key water infrastructure projects that are used to mitigate drought and solve other pressing challenges that are facing Washington and other areas of the country. “Our nation's water infrastructure is facing several challenges -- from conservation and storage to wastewater treatment -- that compromise access to this vital resource,” said Congresswoman Schrier. “That’s why I’m proud to introduce this bipartisan legislation that will fix our aging water infrastructure by empowering cities and towns throughout our country to make the infrastructure investments necessary to support our farmers and ensure that their respective communities have dependable drinking water.” Congresswoman Schrier’s bill would improve WIFIA by extending funding for the program, expanding loan eligibility, and implementing other common-sense reforms. With Central Washington currently experiencing a severe drought and towns such as Cle Elum, Roslyn, and Ellensburg facing water restrictions, this bill would also unlock technical assistance and make more water projects in rural communities eligible for WIFIA financing. Specifically, the bill: Broaden and restore WIFIA funding and financing eligibility to state entities and non-federal cost shares in federally involved projects. This includes state-led water storage projects, transferred works of the Bureau of Reclamation, and congressionally authorized Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) projects. Authorize the use of collaborative project delivery methods for WIFIA projects, allowing more flexibility and reducing the time and cost of the project. Allow certain federal water infrastructure loans to have maturity dates of up to 55 years. Reauthorize the USACE WIFIA program through FY20… 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-06T19:52:45Z
https://jayapal.house.gov/2025/11/19/jayapal-warren-introduce-legislation-to-curb-corporate-influence-on-federal-regulation-restore-deference-to-experts/ Jayapal, Warren Introduce Legislation to Curb Corporate Influence on Federal Regulation, Restore Deference to Experts 2025-11-19 2025 2025-11 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 (WA-07) and U.S. Senator Elizabeth Warren (MA) are introducing the Experts Protect Effective Rules, Transparency, and Stability (EXPERTS) Act to re-establish public trust in the federal regulatory process by prioritizing transparency and elevating the voices of subject matter experts over those of corporations with profit-driven interests. “Many Americans are taught in civics classes that Congress passes a law and that’s it, but the reality is that any major legislation enacted must also be implemented and enforced by the executive branch to become a reality,” said Jayapal. “We are seeing the Trump administration dismantle systems created to ensure that federal regulation prioritizes public safety. At a time when corporations and CEOs have outsized power, it is critical that we ensure that public interest is protected. This bill will level the playing field to ensure that laws passed actually work for the American people. “Giant corporations and their armies of lobbyists shouldn’t get to manipulate how our laws are implemented,” said Senator Warren. “While Donald Trump keeps selling away influence over our government, we’re fighting to ensure the rules are being written to help working Americans, not corporate interests.” The federal rulemaking process is how governmental agencies implement and enforce the law. Rulemaking creates essential regulations that carry out the goals of legislation addressing issues ranging from health care to workers’ rights. It requires agencies to give the public notice of proposed regulations and the opportunity to comment or provide feedback. But presently, industry-backed lobbyists hold more negotiating power in the regulatory process than the general public. They are able to schedule private meetings with regulators, fund sham scientific studies to submit with public comments, and misrepresent the negative impact of stricter regulatory oversight. Last year, in their Loper Bright Enterprises v. Raimondo ruling, the Supreme C… 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-06T19:52:45Z
https://jayapal.house.gov/2025/11/19/monopoly-busters-caucus-chairs-call-meta-monopoly-decision-dead-wrong-and-dangerous/ Monopoly Busters Caucus Chairs Call Meta Monopoly Decision ‘Dead Wrong and Dangerous’ 2025-11-19 2025 2025-11 Democrat House WA Pramila Jayapal J000298 jayapal.house.gov jayapal https://jayapal.house.gov/category/press-releases/ scraper WASHINGTON, D.C. – The Monopoly Busters Caucus Chairs, U.S. Representatives Pramila Jayapal (WA-07), Chris Deluzio (PA-17), Pat Ryan (NY-18), and Angie Craig (MN-02), released the following statement concerning Judge James Boasberg’s ruling against the Federal Trade Commission in its challenge to Meta’s social media monopoly: “Today’s ruling letting Meta off the hook is dead wrong and dangerous. It’s a judicial rubber stamp for unchecked monopoly power. Meta didn’t succeed by building the best social media network, it bought or buried every serious rival and then exploited its monopoly without accountability. “The results speak for themselves. Repeated privacy disasters. The theft of millions of people’s data for political manipulation. Algorithms that worsen teenage mental health and amplify hate. Constant ads served based on surveillance of people’s lives and friendships. Terrible for America but very profitable for Meta. “Real competition isn’t just another app on your phone. It’s the freedom to delete without getting shut out of the conversation. This decision proves our antitrust laws are stuck in a pre-internet age. An appeal is the bare minimum. We need to modernize the law before a single company controls both today’s conversations and tomorrow’s minds.” 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-06T19:52:45Z
https://larsen.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=4055 Larsen and T&I Committee Leaders Introduce Bill to Protect Air Traffic Control System from Government Shutdowns 2025-11-19 2025 2025-11 Democrat House WA Rick Larsen L000560 larsen.house.gov larsen https://larsen.house.gov/news/documentquery.aspx scraper Today, Transportation and Infrastructure Committee Ranking Member Rick Larsen (D-WA), Chairman Sam Graves (R-MO), Aviation Subcommittee Chairman Troy E. Nehls (R-TX), and Aviation Subcommittee Ranking Member André Carson (D-IN) introduced bipartisan legislation to ensure that, during any future government shutdowns, the U.S. National Airspace System and those responsible for its safe, efficient operation are protected from any lapses in federal funding. The Aviation Funding Solvency Act eliminates the additional strain on the U.S. aviation system that can build during government shutdowns by ensuring that air traffic controllers and other Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) professionals responsible for managing the airspace will continue to get paid. The bill will allow the FAA, during a shutdown, to access the Aviation Insurance Revolving Fund to cover critical services that will keep our aviation system running safely for the traveling public, while ensuring the Revolving Fund has a healthy balance to address potential claims. The Aviation Insurance Revolving Fund covers war risk insurance claims by airlines when they are activated under the Civil Reserve Air Fleet (CRAF) program. The fund’s balance was originally funded by airline war risk insurance premiums, but that program has been terminated since 2014. Despite being largely unused, interest accumulation has increased the balance of the fund to more than $2.6 billion, which is significantly more than the fund has needed to cover CRAF claims. Click here to read the bill. Larsen said, “Thank you to our invaluable aviation safety workforce, who, during the longest shutdown in history, did not waver in their duties to keep the flying public safe – despite not knowing when their next paycheck would come. These hardworking women and men should never have to sacrifice pay – making an already difficult job even more stressful. Our bipartisan bill ensures air traffic controllers and other aviation safety personnel will continue to get paid during future shut… 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-06T19:52:45Z
https://larsen.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=4056 Larsen Introduces Legislation to Reverse Big Ugly Law’s Burdensome Paperwork Requirements 2025-11-19 2025 2025-11 Democrat House WA Rick Larsen L000560 larsen.house.gov larsen https://larsen.house.gov/news/documentquery.aspx scraper Today, Representative Rick Larsen (WA-02) introduced the Patients Over Paperwork Act to reverse burdensome paperwork requirements instituted in the Big Ugly Law (BUL) that will result in thousands of Washingtonians losing access to health care. “Health care should be accessible and affordable for everyone,” said Rep. Larsen. “Most people who lose Medicaid coverage lose it because they forget to fill out a form or check a box, and the BUL doubles opportunities for a simple paperwork mistake to cost someone their access to health care. I am proud to introduce this bill to protect the 179,000 Medicaid enrollees that I represent.” Under previous law, Medicaid recipients were required to recertify their coverage every 12 months. The BUL doubles the paperwork requirement, forcing recipients to recertify every 6 months. The Congressional Budget Office estimates this provision will cause 700,000 people nationwide to lose health insurance by 2034 and will cut $63 billion worth of health care from Medicaid, making it one of the five biggest Medicaid cuts in the BUL. “Introducing the Patients Over Paperwork Act is just one step in rolling back the BUL,” said Rep. Larsen. “I will continue to fight alongside House Democrats to reverse the BUL and make health care affordable and accessible.” Representatives Joyce Beatty (OH-03), Jim Costa (CA-21), Eleanor Holmes Norton (DC-Del), Ted Lieu (CA-36), Seth Moulton (MA-06), Andrea Salinas (OR-06), Rashida Tlaib (MI-12), Ritchie Torres (NY-15) and Marc Veasey (TX-33) cosponsored the Patients Over Paperwork Act. The Patients Over Paperwork Act is also supported by the WA State Medical Association (WSMA), Service Employees International Union (SEIU), Washington State Hospital Association (WSHA), Families USA, National Health Law Program (NHeLP), National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI), National Association of Councils on Developmental Disabilities (NACDD), Justice in Aging, American Public Health Association (APHA), Diverse Elders Coalition (DEC), National Disability Rights Net… 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-06T19:52:45Z
https://schrier.house.gov/media/press-releases/congresswoman-kim-schrier-md-elected-chair-democratic-doctors-caucus Congresswoman Kim Schrier, M.D., Elected as Chair of the Democratic Doctors Caucus 2025-11-19 2025 2025-11 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), the first pediatrician elected to Congress, announced that she was elected as Chair of the Democratic Doctors Caucus. “I am honored to be elected as the first chair of the Democratic Doctors Caucus,” said Congresswoman Schrier, M.D. “Right now, our nation’s healthcare system is at a pivotal moment, facing unprecedented attacks on affordable healthcare access and the rampant spread of medical misinformation. As chair of this caucus, I will continue to work with my fellow Democratic doctors and colleagues across Congress to lower costs, put patients and doctors back in the driver's seat, and ensure our healthcare system works for all Americans." Background: The Democratic Doctors Caucus was formed at the beginning of the 119th Congress with a focus on promoting the health and well-being of Americans, advancing pragmatic healthcare policy, and providing fellow Members with insights on critical health issues. In addition to Congresswoman Schrier, other members of the caucus include: Ami Bera, M.D. (CA-06), Herb Conaway Jr., M.D. (NJ-03), Maxine Dexter, M.D. (OR-03), Kelly Morrison, M.D. (MN-03), and Raul Ruiz, M.D. (CA-25). 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-06T19:52:45Z
https://schrier.house.gov/media/press-releases/congresswoman-kim-schrier-wa-08-unveils-rural-revitalization-agenda-grow-rural Congresswoman Kim Schrier (WA-08) Unveils Rural Revitalization Agenda to Grow Rural Economies, Lower Costs, and Improve Health Care 2025-11-19 2025 2025-11 Democrat House WA Kim Schrier S001216 schrier.house.gov schrier https://schrier.house.gov/media/press-releases scraper WASHINGTON, D.C. — Today, the New Democrat Coalition Rural Revitalization Working Group, led by Working Group Chair Congresswoman Kim Schrier (WA-08), Farm Bill Task Force Chair Congressman Jim Costa (CA-21), Rural Broadband Task Force Chair Congresswoman April McClain Delaney (MD-06), and Rural Economy Task Force Chair Josh Riley (NY-19), released its Rural Revitalization Agenda, which offers a path forward for Congress to support the long-term growth and prosperity of communities that are often overlooked and underappreciated. Through the Rural Revitalization Agenda, New Dems will work to rebuild and reinvest in rural areas by growing local and farm economies, expanding access to affordable housing and high-quality healthcare, and breaking down barriers to success, like lack of high-speed internet, job training, and harmful trade policies. “When our rural communities thrive, our nation thrives," said Congresswoman Schrier. "The agenda that we are releasing today will support rural Americans in Washington state and across the country by fueling economic prosperity and addressing the long-standing disparities that are holding these communities back from their full potential. In Congress, I will keep fighting alongside my New Democrat Coalition colleagues to uplift and strengthen rural communities throughout the country." “Rural communities, like those I represent in the San Joaquin Valley, are important parts of our nation’s economy,” said Congressman Costa. “Yet too often, these communities are overlooked. It’s time we invest in rural America. Which is why I’m proud to be a part of this agenda that advances two of my bills, the MORE Nurses Act and the Rural Homeownership Continuity Act. This agenda will help expand affordable housing, strengthen our rural health care workforce, and build lasting economic growth.” "I'm so proud to support the New Democrats Coalition's Rural Revitalization Agenda. Our rural communities are big cornerstones of our local and national economies through energy, tourism, farming, a… 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-06T19:52:45Z
https://baumgartner.house.gov/media/press-releases/baumgartner-votes-yes-release-epstein-files-calls-oversight-hearing-democrat Baumgartner Votes Yes to Release Epstein Files; Calls for Oversight Hearing into Democrat Coordination with Epstein 2025-11-18 2025 2025-11 Republican House WA Michael Baumgartner B001322 baumgartner.house.gov baumgartner https://baumgartner.house.gov/media/press-releases scraper WASHINGTON- Today, Congressman Michael Baumgartner (WA-05) issued the following statement upon the passage of H.R. 4405, The Epstein Files Transparency Act. “Today, I voted to release the Epstein Files because, as I have long said, the evil and predatory network surrounding Jeffrey Epstein must be fully exposed. The American people deserve the truth, and every victim of sexual assault deserves justice. That pursuit of justice begins with transparency and accountability. At the same time, I am deeply concerned by reports that a Democrat member of Congress was communicating with Jeffrey Epstein in real time during a committee hearing to coordinate questioning. This is a five‑alarm ethics fire that cannot be ignored. Congress must launch a full investigation into this serious breach of public trust. Justice and integrity in our institutions are not negotiable.” 1 2026-04-04T05:28:40Z 2026-04-04T05:30:10Z
https://larsen.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=4052 Larsen Advocates for Glacier Post Office 2025-11-18 2025 2025-11 Democrat House WA Rick Larsen L000560 larsen.house.gov larsen https://larsen.house.gov/news/documentquery.aspx scraper Today, Representative Rick Larsen advocated for additional clarity and communication from the United States Postal Service with regard to mail operations at the Glacier Post Office. The full text of Rep. Larsen's letter to Postmaster General David Steiner is available here and below. The Honorable David Steiner Postmaster General United States Postal Service 475 L’Enfant Plaza SW Washington, DC 20260 Dear Postmaster General Steiner: I am writing to raise concerns about the mail operations at Glacier Post Office, a Contract Postal Unit (CPU) located in Glacier, Washington. This post office is a critical lifeline for the 300 people who call this remote mountainous area in Whatcom County home. Local residents rely on the United States Postal Service (USPS) for their medications, ballots, paychecks, bills and other necessities. Starting November 7, I began receiving messages from constituents that they were no longer receiving mail at the Glacier Post Office, which has been a fixture in the community for more than 100 years. Local media reported USPS stopped accepting outgoing mail at this location, sparking concern the post office could close altogether. Closure could force many people in Glacier to travel nearly an hour round-trip to Deming for mail service. This 40-mile route traverses the Mount Baker Highway (SR 542), which can be subject to weather-related hazards like snow and ice. Glacier residents have no home mail service, and the Glacier Post Office is the community’s only connection to essential delivery services. Since the Glacier Water District took ownership of the Glacier Post Office building in the 1970s, it has not charged USPS to operate out of it. The continuation of mail service at the Glacier Post Office is not only important for this community, but it is also cost-effective for USPS. Many Glacier residents are rightfully concerned about their mail services and whether the post office will close permanently. I appreciate that the Postal Service has provided some indication that steps … 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-06T19:52:45Z
https://newhouse.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/newhouse-votes-release-epstein-files Newhouse Votes to Release Epstein Files 2025-11-18 2025 2025-11 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) released the following statement upon passage of H.R. 4405, the Epstein Files Transparency Act, by the House of Representatives with a vote of 427-1 "While Jeffrey Epstein is dead, the fact remains that his victims were trafficked, their innocence exploited, and they deserve justice for the heinous crimes committed by this horrible man," said Rep. Newhouse. "The entirety of the debate around releasing the Epstein files has been centered around one thing, transparency. My top priority in releasing these files has been protecting the victims, especially the minors, as well as ensuring any unsealed information does not interfere with active pursuits of justice. I encourage our counterparts in the Senate to prioritize the sensitivity of the victims’ privacy while we work to show Americans that these disgusting crimes will not be kept in the dark." This legislation requires the Department of Justice (DOJ) to publish, in a searchable and downloadable format, all unclassified records, documents, communications, and investigative materials in DOJ's possession that relate to the investigation and prosecution of Jeffrey Epstein. This includes materials that relate to Ghislaine Maxwell, flight logs and travel records, and individuals named or referenced in connection with the investigation and prosecution of Jeffrey Epstein. DOJ is permitted to withhold certain information such as the personal information of victims and materials that would jeopardize an active federal investigation. Additionally, not later than 15 days after the required publication, DOJ must report to Congress all categories of information released and withheld, a summary of any redactions made, and a list of all government officials and politically exposed individuals named or referenced in the published materials. Republicans on the House Oversight Committee have publicly released approximately 65,000 pages of records to date. This includes documents from the Department of Justice, the Epstein Es… 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-06T19:52:45Z
https://randall.house.gov/media/press-releases/congresswoman-emily-randall-and-mp-johns-co-host-cross-border-leaders-summit Congresswoman Emily Randall and MP Johns Co-Host Cross-Border Leaders' Summit 2025-11-18 2025 2025-11 Democrat House WA Emily Randall R000621 randall.house.gov randall https://randall.house.gov/media/press-releases scraper Washington DC — U.S. Congresswoman Emily Randall (WA-06) and NDP Canadian Federal Member of Parliament Gord Johns (Courtenay–Alberni) co-chaired May These Gates Never Be Closed: A Cross-Border Dialogue for the Pacific Northwest, an ad-hoc gathering of local leaders from coastal British Columbia and Washington State hosted by the newly formed Collective Coast Association. The meeting brought together more than a dozen mayors, First Nations chiefs, county and district chairs, along with two state representatives, Director Nguyễn of the Washington Department of Commerce, and special guest U.S. Congressman Rick Larsen (WA-02), for a candid discussion about the impacts of President Trump’s escalating tariffs and inflammatory pro-annexation rhetoric. “The United States has the great luck of being neighbors with Canada,” said Congresswoman Emily Randall. “Neighbors relying on each other across shared waters, cultures, and borders. Washington and British Columbia are incredibly interconnected — through our economy, our workforce, Tribes and First Nations, and the families who move between our communities every day. I was honored to Co-Chair today’s conversation alongside MP Johns about how to strengthen this partnership and make sure our communities on both sides of the Strait continue to thrive together.” Local leaders on both sides of the border emphasized that the President’s decisions have created widespread uncertainty, encouraged boycotts, and caused real economic harm in closely connected communities that rely on stable, predictable cross-border relationships. The Collective Coast Association—a new, community-driven organization made up of members from both countries—was established to strengthen cooperation across the Pacific Northwest. The group organized this virtual forum after witnessing the destabilizing effects of the tariff crisis and recognizing that regional leaders from both sides of the border need a space to work together constructively. The event’s title, “May These Gates Never Be Closed,” comes… 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-06T19:52:45Z

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