South Sound Updates
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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…
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Strickland Leads Bicameral Letter Advocating for U.S. Geological Survey Funding
Washington, DC – This month, Congresswoman Marilyn Strickland (WA-10), Co-Chair of the Puget Sound Recovery Caucus, sent a letter to the Secretary of the Interior, Doug Burgum, asking that the Administration halt plans to dismantle the Ecosystems Mission Area of the U.S. Geological Survey (USGS). “Eliminating this workforce will have detrimental effects on fragile ecosystems…
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Strickland Secures $850k for Pedestrian and Vehicle Safety Improvements
Lacey, WA – Today, Congresswoman Marilyn Strickland (WA-10) announced $850,000 in federal funding to increase safety along the College Street corridor in Lacey. “Our neighborhoods thrive when we are able to safely connect with one another,” said Strickland. “Prioritizing roadway improvements on College Street will promote safety and accessibility that will benefit all residents.” “This…
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Strickland Delivers Over $1.6M to Address Hunger in the South Sound
Lacey, WA – Today, Congresswoman Marilyn Strickland (WA-10) announced $1,666,279 in federal funding to develop a Community Hub at Thurston County Food Bank’s Lacey location. “Too many of our South Sound neighbors struggle to put food on the table,” said Strickland. “These dollars will help support families and individuals to get the basic food and…
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Strickland Secures $1M for Deschutes Estuary Restoration Project
Lacey, WA – Today, Congresswoman Marilyn Strickland announced $1,000,000 in federal funding for the Washington State Department of Enterprise Services (DES) to help restore 260 acres of estuary habitat at the Deschutes River. “Preserving natural habitats is essential to the South Sound,” said Strickland. “This funding is crucial for flood protection, will help maintain biodiversity,…