Press Releases
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Strickland Statement on the Passing of Tacoma City Councilmember Catherine Ushka
Lakewood, WA – Today, Congresswoman Marilyn Strickland (WA-10) released the following statement on the passing of Tacoma City Councilmember Catherine Ushka: “Councilmember Ushka – Catherine – was a respected and faithful servant, a dear friend, and colleague. Whether as Chair of the Eastside Neighborhood Advisory Council of Tacoma, sitting on the Tacoma Public Schools Board…
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Strickland, Colleagues Concerned About Cuts to Army Educational Programs
Washington, D.C. – This week, Representatives Marilyn Strickland (WA-10) and Don Bacon (NE-02) sent a bipartisan letter to Christine E. Wormuth, Secretary of the Army, expressing deep concern about potential funding cuts to Army’s Credentialing Assistance Program. “Investing in education helps maintain servicemember quality of life, especially as they transition out of the military,” said Strickland. “Potential cuts…
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Strickland Champions Workforce Diversity in Aviation Reauthorization
Washington, D.C. – Today, Congresswoman Marilyn Strickland (WA-10) released the following statement after the House of Representatives passed the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Reauthorization Act of 2024: “Americans rely on safe and efficient air travel every day,” said Strickland. “This bi-partisan FAA reauthorization will improve the traveler experience, enhance airport operations, and expand the aviation workforce to meet…
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Strickland, Colleagues Seek Answers on Defense Child Care Reporting Policies
Washington, D.C. — Today, U.S. Representatives Marilyn Strickland (WA-10), Jill Tokuda (HI-02), Sara Jacobs (CA-51), led 21 of their colleagues in seeking urgent answers from the U.S. Department of Defense in response to an April 10, 2024 article from Military.com detailing systemic failures to report child abuse and harm at military child care centers. That article included shocking…
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Strickland Launches 2024 Congressional App Challenge
Lacey, WA – Today, Congresswoman Marilyn Strickland (WA-10) announced the start of the 2024 Congressional App Challenge for middle and high school students in Washington’s 10th District. “I am pleased to announce the 2024 Congressional App Challenge to encourage student’s involvement in STEM education across our District,” said Strickland. “I have been impressed with the thoughtful and helpful…
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Strickland Announces 2024 Congressional Art Competition Winner Lincoln Chaney
Lakewood, WA – Congresswoman Marilyn Strickland (WA-10) announced Lincoln Chaney as the 2024 Congressional Art Competition winner for the district. Chaney’s painting, Chameleons, was selected by a panel of jurors and will be displayed in the United States Capitol for one year. The theme of this year’s competition was “Joy” and high school students submitted artwork expressing…
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Strickland Statement on Essential National Security Package
Washington, D.C. – Today, Congresswoman Marilyn Strickland (WA-10) released the following statement on the passage of the Ukraine, Israel, and Indo-Pacific Supplemental Appropriations Acts, 2024: “Today’s vote is a rebuke of those who want to destroy freedom and democracy, both foreign and domestic. The overwhelming support for humanitarian assistance and for our allies Ukraine, Israel,…
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Strickland, Colleagues Introduce Bipartisan Improving Access to Home Dialysis Act
Washington D.C. – Congresswoman Marilyn Strickland (WA-10), alongside Representatives Carol Miller (WV-01), Mariannette Miller-Meeks (IA-02), and Earl Blumenauer (OR – 03) introduced the Improving Access to Home Dialysis Act. This bipartisan legislation aims to increase access to home dialysis by providing trained, professional staff assistance to patients in the home and ensuring that all patients…
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Strickland To Host Annual Military Service Academy Information Sessions
Lacey, WA – Congresswoman Marilyn Strickland (WA-10) is hosting two U.S. Service Academy Information Nights for high school and middle school students residing in Washington’s 10th Congressional District. The first informational session will be held on Tuesday, April 23rd, in Lakewood, and the second session will be held on Thursday, April 25th, in Lacey. “One…
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Strickland Bill To Spur Economic Development for Puyallup Tribe Heads to President Biden
Washington, D.C. – Last week, Congresswoman Marilyn Strickland (WA-10); U.S. Senators Maria Cantwell (WA) and Patty Murray (WA); and U.S. Representative Derek Kilmer (WA-06) celebrated the House passage of the Puyallup Tribe of Indians Land Into Trust Act. The bill now heads to President Biden’s desk for signature. The Puyallup Tribe of Indians Land Into…