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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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Congress must boost pay for troops at WA military bases, elsewhere
By: The Seattle Times editorial board The Seattle Times: Congress must boost pay for troops at WA military bases, elsewhere Soldiers, sailors and other new military recruits in Washington, as elsewhere, earn a pittance of about $5 less per hour than Washington’s minimum wage. Exempt from state law, men and women in uniform begin at $2,017.20 per…
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The Last Word: Hegseth Still Unfit to Lead Defense Department
MSNBC The Last Word With Lawrence O’Donnell: Strickland joined Lawrence O’Donnell on The Last Word to discuss Pete Hegseth, the dangerous allegations against him, and his journey to Senate confirmation.
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Strickland, Lawmakers Reintroduce Legislation Addressing Unsafe Conditions in Privatized Military Housing
Washington, DC – Today, Congresswoman Marilyn Strickland (WA-10), Senator Elizabeth Warren (D-MA), Representative Sara Jacobs (CA-51), and Delegate James Moylan (R-Guam) introduced the Military Housing Oversight and Service Member Protection Act. This bipartisan and bicameral legislation reforms the privatized military housing system and responds to disturbing reports that have revealed unsafe and unsanitary conditions for…
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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,…
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Congresswoman Marilyn Strickland Elected Secretary Of The Congressional Black Caucus
The Seattle Medium | Congresswoman Marilyn Strickland Elected Secretary Of The Congressional Black Caucus By: Aaron Allen Congresswoman Marilyn Strickland (WA-10) was recently elected by her colleagues in the Congressional Black Caucus (CBC) to serve as Secretary during the 119th Congress. Strickland, who served as the CBC Whip during the 118th Congress, will serve alongside incoming Chair…
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Strickland Presents Zain Shariff as 2024 Congressional App Challenge Winner
Lacey, WA – Today, Congresswoman Marilyn Strickland (WA-10) announced Zain Shariff, as the winner of the 2024 Congressional App Challenge for Washington’s 10th Congressional District. “After considering many outstanding submissions, I am proud to announce Zain as the winner of the Congressional App Challenge,” said Strickland. “Congratulations to all students who participated and thank you to our judges. I…
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U.S. Rep. Strickland slams Pete Hegseth, Trump’s ‘appalling’ pick for Defense Secretary
The Olympian | U.S. Rep. Strickland slams Pete Hegseth, Trump’s ‘appalling’ pick for Defense Secretary By Simone Carter U.S. Rep. Marilyn Strickland is blasting President-elect Donald Trump’s nomination for defense secretary as “an insult to the American people.” The Washington Democrat appeared on MSNBC to discuss Pete Hegseth, a former Fox News personality and military…
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Strickland Elected Secretary of Congressional Black Caucus
Washington, D.C. – Today, Congresswoman Marilyn Strickland (WA-10) was elected by her Congressional Black Caucus (CBC) colleagues to serve as the CBC Secretary in the 119th Congress. “I am honored and grateful to my CBC colleagues for their trust and support,” said Strickland. I look forward to leveraging our power to achieve our goals in…