118th Congress
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Rep. Strickland visits Nisqually Tribe to tour future projects
Nisqually Valley News | Rep. Strickland visits Nisqually Tribe to tour future projects By: Dylan Reubenking Rep. Marilyn Strickland took a tour of the Nisqually Indian Tribe Tuesday, Oct. 8, to visit the tribe’s existing and future projects funded by a $5.4 million grant from the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). Strickland toured the tribe’s public…
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This local park famous for its rhododendrons will soon be getting a makeover
The News Tribune | This local park famous for its rhododendrons will soon be getting a makeover By Craig Sailor Less rhodies and trees, more playgrounds and grass. That’s the prescription for a newly renovated Homestead Park in University Place, according to city planners. The 5.5-acre park just received a $500,000 infusion secured by U.S.…
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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 Delivers $875k for Green Cove Creek Water Main Relocation
Lacey, WA – Today, Congresswoman Marilyn Strickland (WA-10) announced $875,000 in federal funding to relocate the water mainline that runs along Green Cove Creek in Thurston County. “Green Cove Creek has served as a safe and productive habitat for local salmon,” said Strickland. “This federal funding preserves the ecosystem, while maintaining safe drinking water for…
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Developer incentives aim to expand options for service members seeking housing near military bases
CoStar | Developer incentives aim to expand options for service members seeking housing near military bases By David Holtzman With some military housing facing challenging conditions and a maintenance backlog, some service members are looking off-base for a safe and affordable place to live. But advocates say neighborhoods around military bases can be small and lack…
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Strickland Secures Over $740k To Address Food Insecurity In Pierce County
Lakewood, WA – Today, Congresswoman Marilyn Strickland (WA-10) announced nearly $744,000 in federal funding to address food insecurity in Pierce County. GoodRoots Northwest will place refrigerated food smart lockers at Pierce College to increase access to fresh foods. “Too many people in the South Sound face food insecurity and lack of access to fresh food,”…
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Lt. General Brunson Confirmed as Four-Star General and Commander of US Forces Korea
Click here to watch Congresswoman Strickland’s Introductory Remarks Washington, D.C. – Last week, the Senate confirmed the promotion of Lieutenant General Xavier T. Brunson, Commanding General, I Corps at Joint Base Lewis-McChord, to Four-Star General and Commander of US Forces Korea. “Strategic, dedicated, and exceptionally qualified, General Brunson is ready to take command of US…
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Strickland Introduces Bipartisan Bill To Increase Affordable Housing Options For Military Communities
The Seattle Medium | Strickland Introduces Bipartisan Bill To Increase Affordable Housing Options For Military Communities By: Aaron Allen Congresswoman Marilyn Strickland (D-WA-10) and Congressman Blake Moore (R-UT-01) have introduced the Low-Income Housing for Defense Communities Act of 2024, a bipartisan bill aimed at addressing the growing housing crisis affecting military personnel in high-cost areas. The…
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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…