Press Releases
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EPA Issues Advance Notice To Protect Salmon From Toxic Chemicals
Washington, D.C. – Today, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is issuing an advance notice of proposed rulemaking (ANPRM) under the Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA) to gather information on the potential risks associated with the chemical 6PPD and its transformation product, 6PPD-quinone or 6PPD-Q. The Puyallup Tribe of Indians, the Yurok Tribe, and…
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Tacoma Rail Receives Over $8.3M In Federal Funding to Reduce Its GHG Emissions
Lakewood, Washington – Today, the U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) announced over $8,300,000 for Tacoma Rail through the Consolidated Rail Infrastructure and Safety Improvements (CRISI) Program. Tacoma Rail, a short line operating out of the Port of Tacoma, provides vital services to the local and regional economies. With this funding from DOT, Tacoma Rail will…
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Strickland To Honor Local Vietnam War Veterans
Lakewood, Washington – On Thursday, November 7th, 2024, Congresswoman Marilyn Strickland (WA-10) will host her annual Vietnam War era Veterans Pinning Ceremony to honor local veterans. Strickland will recognize the service of each veteran or their surviving family member, and present honorees with a ceremonial lapel pin as a symbol of our gratitude. “The South…
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Congresswomen Strickland, Escobar, and Jacobs Introduce the Access to Contraception for Servicemembers and Dependents Act of 2024
Washington, DC – Congresswoman Marilyn Strickland (WA-10), Congresswoman Veronica Escobar (TX-16), and Congresswoman Sara Jacobs (CA-51) introduced the Access to Contraception for Servicemembers and Dependents Act of 2024. The Senate companion has been introduced by Senator Jeanne Shaheen. Studies have shown that servicemembers face unique challenges accessing contraception and family planning counseling, especially when deployed. With…
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Strickland Statement On Iran Attacks On Israel, Eve Of Rosh Hashanah
Washington, D.C.– Today, U.S. Representative Marilyn Strickland (WA-10) released the following statement on the Iran missile attacks sent to Israel. “On the eve of Rosh Hashanah, Israel is being struck with an aggressive, horrific, and direct attack from Iran. Israel has a right to defend itself against this act of terror. The United States must…
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Strickland, Moore Introduce Bipartisan Legislation to Address Military Housing Affordability
Washington, DC –Today, Congresswoman Marilyn Strickland (D-WA-10) and Congressman Blake Moore (R-UT-01) introduced the Low Income Housing for Defense Communities Act of 2024, a bipartisan piece of legislation to address military housing affordability by diversifying housing options for servicemembers serving in high-cost areas. “Servicemembers and their families should be able to afford to live where they…
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House Unanimously Passes Strickland Military Life Insurance Bill
Washington, DC – Today, the U.S. House of Representatives voted to pass the Fairness for Servicemembers and their Families Act of 2024, introduced by Congresswoman Marilyn Strickland (WA-10) and Congressman Don Bacon (NE-02). The legislation is bipartisan and bicameral and ensures life insurance packages for servicemembers and veterans account for changes in the economy. Click…
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Strickland, Schrier Tour Puyallup Planned Parenthood
Lakewood, WA –Congresswoman Marilyn Strickland (WA-10) and Congresswoman Kim Schrier, M.D. (WA-08) visited Planned Parenthood’s Puyallup Health Center for a clinic tour and a roundtable discussion on reproductive rights with local providers. “Planned Parenthood provides essential healthcare for patients,” said Strickland. “I remain committed to ensuring that all women, regardless of where they live or their economic…
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Strickland, Murray, Pressley Reintroduce BE HEARD Act to Protect Workers from Harassment
Washington, D.C. – Today, Congresswoman Marilyn Strickland (WA-10), Senator Patty Murray (D-WA), and Representatives Ayanna Pressely (MA-07), Sylvia Garcia (TX-29), and Elissa Slotkin (MI-08) reintroduced the Bringing an End to Harassment by Enhancing Accountability and Rejecting Discrimination (BE HEARD) in the Workplace Act of 2024. This bill takes critical steps to address workplace harassment and ensure workers…
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Strickland Statement on Emergency Abortions
Washington, D.C. – Today, Congresswoman Marilyn Strickland (WA-10), a leader in the Pro-Choice Caucus, released the following statement on the Idaho v. United States and Moyle v. United States Supreme Court decisions: “Emergency abortions should not be illegal, and this puts women’s lives in danger,” said Strickland “These cases were another tyrannical pursuit by MAGA extremists that leaves uncertainty for doctors. The…