Press Releases
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Strickland Leads Bipartisan Bill for Intergenerational Caregiving
Washington, D.C. – Today, Congresswoman Marilyn Strickland (WA-10), alongside Rep. Bryan Steil (WI-01) introduced the bipartisan Care Across Generations Act. The bill establishes a grant program for long-term care facilities to operate or contract with a childcare program and facilitate intergenerational activities. “Caregiving is overlooked as healthcare, and that must change,” said Strickland. “It is…
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Strickland Statement on Musk-Led Continuing Resolution
Washington, D.C. – Today, Congresswoman Marilyn Strickland (WA-10) issued the following statement after voting against the Republican Continuing Resolution: “President Trump, Elon Musk, and House Republicans do not care about the American people. They do not care if you get sick, if you get injured, if you can pay your bills, or if you are safe.…
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ICYMI: Strickland on CNN, Trump and Musk Doing Nothing to Lower the Cost of Living
Washington, D.C. – Last night, Congresswoman Marilyn Strickland joined Abby Phillip on CNN to discuss how President Trump and Elon Musk are continuing to do nothing to lower costs for the American people. Her appearance included a tense exchange with GOP political strategist, Scott Jennings: “The Trump Administration and Elon Musk are demonstrating one thing…
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Strickland, Bacon, Warnock Push To Fully Restore Servicemember Housing Allowance
Washington, D.C. – Today, Congresswoman Marilyn Strickland (WA-10) and Congressman Don Bacon (NE-02) reintroduced the Basic Allowance for Housing (BAH) Restoration Act to address the housing crunch that servicemembers and their families face. The legislation would ensure that the Department of Defense (DoD) restores the full BAH benefit and increases access to affordable housing, on and off base.…
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Strickland Launches 5th Annual Congressional Art Competition
Lacey, WA – Congresswoman Marilyn Strickland (WA-10) announced today, that her office will begin accepting submissions for the 2025 Congressional Art Competition. This annual program is an opportunity to recognize, honor, and encourage young artistic talent across the nation. “The South Sound is home to many young artists who enjoy painting, drawing, digital art, and photography,” said…
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Strickland Boosts Rare Disease Research for Underserved and Minority Patients
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, on Rare Disease Day, Congresswoman Marilyn Strickland (WA-10) introduced the Health Equity and Rare Disease (HEARD) Act. The bill addresses the many obstacles faced by rare disease patients. “Rare disease patients often face unique challenges at all phases of care, especially those from underrepresented communities,” said Strickland. “This bill addresses discrepancies, so every patient can…
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Strickland Pushes To Codify Nondiscrimination In The Military
Washington, D.C. – Today, during Black History Month, Congresswoman Marilyn Strickland (WA-10) reintroduced the Equal and Uniform Treatment in the Military (EQUITY) Act to codify fairness in the armed forces into law and prohibit discrimination of all kinds. “A diverse military is a strong military, and addressing our recruitment and retention challenges is vital to shoring up our…
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Strickland, Conaway, Reintroduce Bill to Award Congressional Gold Medal to Buffalo Soldiers
Washington, D.C. – Congressmembers Marilyn Strickland (WA-10) and Herb Conaway Jr., M.D. (NJ-03) reintroduced the Buffalo Soldiers Congressional Gold Medal Act of 2025 to honor the Buffalo Soldiers and their tremendous contributions and sacrifice to our country. “The fierceness and tenacity of the Buffalo Soldiers underscored their essential role as patriots who influenced our nation,” said Congresswoman Strickland. “Approximately 40,000…
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ICYMI: Strickland Talks Musk-Trump Administration Doing Nothing to Lower Costs
Congresswoman Joined Eddie Rye Jr. On Urban Forum Northwest Radio Lakewood, WA – Last week, Congresswoman Marilyn Strickland joined Eddie Rye Jr., on Urban Forum Northwest to discuss the most unusual policies and recommendations coming from the Trump Administration. “And remember, all this craziness happening – the executive orders, tearing down DEI, coming after people’s…
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Strickland, Sens. Murray, Sullivan, Introduce Bipartisan Flight 293 Remembrance Act—New Legislation to Provide Support, Recognition to Families of Servicemembers Missing Not In Action
New bipartisan legislation would provide overdue recognition and assistance to families of servicemembers lost in non-combat military plane crashes, including those who perished in tragic 1963 Flight 293 from McChord Air Force Base to Elmendorf Air Force Base ICYMI from KIRO 7: 61 years after Flight 293 disappeared, podcast raises new questions and interest Washington,…