South Sound Updates
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STRICKLAND ANNOUNCES $1.8M FOR INTERCITY TRANSIT TO SUPPORT TRANSIT ACCESS, SAFETY, AND EFFICIENCY
INTERCITY TRANSIT WILL RECEIVE $1.8 MILLION FOR ZERO FARE BUS STOP ACCESS IMPROVEMENT Today, U.S. Representative Marilyn Strickland (WA-10) announced $1.8 million in federal grant funding for Intercity Transit’s Zero Fare Bus Stop Access Improvement Project. The Project will work to provide critical access for residents to key services and address equity issues by renovating…
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STRICKLAND HOSTS USDA UNDER SECRETARY FOR RURAL DEVELOPMENT XOCHITL TORRES SMALL; DISCUSS IMPORTANCE OF INVESTING IN NEXT GENERATION OF FARMERS
Congresswoman Marilyn Strickland hosted USDA Under Secretary for Rural Development Xochitl Torres Small in Washington’s 10th Congressional District with the Pierce Conservation District to tour The Farm at Franklin Pierce Schools. The pair spoke with several stakeholders about the importance of the 2023 Farm Bill Reauthorization and the need to expand minority land ownership, SNAP and nutritional…
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CONSTITUENT SPOTLIGHT: KEOKI KAUANOE
This week, Congresswoman Marilyn Strickland (WA-10) announced her March Constituent Spotlight is on Keoki Kauanoe in Olympia, WA. Kauanoe is being recognized for his work as Director of Father Engagement at Family Education and Support Services (FESS), especially his classes focused on Suicide Prevention. “Keoki is a remarkable leader and educator here in the South…
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2022 YEAR IN REVIEW
I wanted to take a moment to look back on what we achieved together in 2022. View my 2022 Annual Report below. Watch my recap video at this link.
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STRICKLAND FUNDS FORENSIC TECHNOLOGY TO INCREASE PUBLIC SAFETY
FEDERAL FUNDING WILL ALSO HELP EXONERATE FALSELY ACCUSED Congresswoman Marilyn Strickland secured federal grant funding for the Thurston County Sheriff’s Office (TCSO) Rapid DNA Forensic Technology for Investigations system to help reduce the testing backlog and improve public safety. “We all want to live and work in communities that are safe, just, and secure,” said Strickland. “This…
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CONSTITUENT SPOTLIGHT: NADINE GERBER
This week, Congresswoman Marilyn Strickland (WA-10) announced her Constituent Spotlight of Nadine Gerber from Olympia, WA. Gerber is being recognized for her work as President of the McLane Elementary Parent, Teacher, Student Organization (PTSO). “Nadine is an asset to her community and works everyday to make sure all students succeed,” said Strickland. “She and the McLane Elementary School PTSO…
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STRICKLAND PROTECTS PUGET SOUND SALMON
SECURED FUNDING TO INVESTIGATE TOXIC CHEMICALS THAT ARE HARMING SALMON In her work to protect our salmon and restore a healthy and working Puget Sound, Congresswoman Marilyn Strickland secured federal grant funding for the University of Washington Tacoma’s (UW Tacoma) Center for Urban Waters (CUW) to help protect salmon from toxic chemicals. “Puget Sound is…
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STRICKLAND HELPING SOUTH SOUND MILITARY & VETERANS
SECURED FUNDING FOR THERAPEUTIC HORSEMANSHIP FOR THOSE EXPERIENCING PTSD Congresswoman Marilyn Strickland (WA-10) secured federal grant funding for the Hope for Heroes Horsemanship Center in Yelm. This therapy center provides support and treatment for active duty and veterans experiencing PTSD. Training, grooming, and riding horses can help people heal from trauma. Horses can sense anxiety,…
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CONSTITUENT SPOTLIGHT: KAHNE LOFTUS
This week, Congresswoman Marilyn Strickland (WA-10) announced her Constituent Spotlight on Kahne Loftus, a 17-year-old from Rainier. Loftus is being recognized for his “Kahne’s Kare Packages” which sends care packages to U.S. troops overseas. “Kahne is an exemplary young person who has shown respect and pride in our nation,” said Strickland. “He knows that those…
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STRICKLAND’S 2023 VALENTINES FOR VETERANS AND FIRST RESPONDERS DRIVE
Congresswoman Marilyn Strickland (WA-10) announced the launch of her Valentines for Veterans and First Responders drive. Residents, schools, and organizations are invited to make handmade valentine’s cards and bring them to the Congresswoman’s district offices starting on Monday, January 23, 2023, through Monday, February 7, 2023. Once received, valentines will be distributed to veterans and…