South Sound Updates
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Strickland Visits South Sound Manufacturers
Lacey, WA – Congresswoman Marilyn Strickland (WA-10) spent August District Work Period visiting several local manufacturers, highlighting products uniquely made at home in the South Sound. Local manufacturers shared concerns about their businesses, the economic climate, and the federal policies enacted by President Trump. Manufacturers in the South Sound are an important – often overlooked…
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Strickland Tours Farms and Agriculture Centers Across the South Sound
Lacey, WA – Congresswoman Marilyn Strickland (WA-10) spent August visiting several agricultural centers and farms to highlight products that are uniquely grown and harvested in the South Sound. Many farmers shared concerns of financial instability, stemming from an unstable and strained economic environment created by President Trump’s tariff policies. “The South Sound is home to…
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Strickland Leads Washington Delegation in Letter Slamming the Department of Education
Washington, D.C. – Today, Congresswoman Marilyn Strickland sent a letter, alongside her colleagues, to former WWE executive and egregiously unqualified U.S. Department of Education Secretary Linda McMahon, and Director of the Office of Management and Budget Director, Russell Vought, questioning the delayed funds for Washington state public schools. “As provided for by the Every Student…
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STRICKLAND FIGHTS THE CLOSURE OF LEWIS ARMY MUSEUM
Washington, D.C. – Congresswoman Marilyn Strickland (WA-10) sent a letter to Secretary of the Army Daniel Driscoll opposing the planned closure of the Lewis Army Museum at Joint Base Lewis-McChord (JBLM). “Your decision will harm the community’s ability to connect with and find inspiration in the proud history of the Army in the Pacific Northwest,…
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Strickland Pens Letter, Slams Senate GOP Leadership Over Cuts to Veteran Benefits
Washington, D.C. – Congresswoman Marilyn Strickland (WA-10), led 35 of her colleagues in a letter to Senate Majority Leader John Thune highlighting the negative consequences the disastrous One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBBA) will have on our nation’s veterans. Specifically, veterans who rely on the critical services provided by Medicaid and the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance…
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Strickland Moderates Local Housing Supply Roundtable
Lacey, WA – Congresswoman Marilyn Strickland (WA-10) hosted a Housing Supply Roundtable with regional leaders to discuss the federal policy barriers to build more affordable housing and where public-private partnerships can be strengthened. “Washington state continues to feel the effects of our local housing crunch, and has an affordability crisis,” said Strickland. “This roundtable brings…
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Strickland Hosts Ranking Member Takano for Veterans-Focused District Visit
Lacey, WA – Congresswoman Marilyn Strickland (WA-10) welcomed House Veterans’ Affairs Committee Ranking Member Mark Takano (CA-39) for a district tour focused on veterans’ health care, workforce issues, and servicemember transition. The pair visited Joint Base Lewis-McChord (JBLM), Madigan Army Medical Center, McChord Field Fire Station 105, America’s First Corps, the American Lake VA Medical…
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Strickland Hosts Plaskett for Forum on Black Innovation and Artificial Intelligence
Lakewood, WA – Congresswoman Marilyn Strickland (WA-10) welcomed delegate to the U.S House of Representatives from the U.S Virgin Islands, and Congressional Caucus on Black Innovation (CCBI) Co-Chair, Congresswoman Stacey Plaskett. The pair hosted a series of panels to discuss the state of the artificial intelligence (AI) industry and how best to support Black innovation…
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Strickland Requests Over $103 Million in Federal Funding for South Sound Projects
Lacey, WA – Today, Congresswoman Marilyn Strickland (WA-10) announced her federal funding request for $103,845,644 to improve infrastructure and quality of life throughout the South Sound region. “I remain focused on building a safer, healthier, and more connected South Sound,” said Strickland. “Federal investments in our region improve the quality of life for residents, and lays…
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Strickland Tours Local Leader in American Manufacturing
Lacey, WA – Congresswoman Marilyn Strickland (WA-10) visited General Plastics Manufacturing Company, a Tacoma-based small business working in aerospace production. “Located in South Tacoma, General Plastics has been a leader in American manufacturing for over 80 years,” said Strickland. “Our local workers, small businesses, and manufacturers are our economic engine in uncertain times.” Strickland toured the…