Congress
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Strickland Announces 2026 Congressional Art Competition Winner
Lacey, WA – Congresswoman Marilyn Strickland (WA-10) announced Camille Franco, a junior at the Schools of the Arts in Tacoma, Washington as the 2026 Congressional Art Competition winner for Washington’s 10th Congressional District. Franco was selected by a panel of judges for her painting featuring her herself as a child and her grandmother. Franco’s painting…
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Strickland Introduces Childcare Access Bill
Bill Expands Access to Childcare for Parenting Students Washington, D.C. – This week, Congresswoman Marilyn Strickland (WA-10) introduced the Childcare Access for all Recognized Education for Parenting Students Act (CARE for Parenting Students Act). The bill will expand access to federal childcare assistance for parenting students, regardless of the type of education or workforce training they are pursuing.…
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Strickland Secures $850K for Affordable Housing in Tacoma
Lakewood, WA — Today, Congresswoman Marilyn Strickland (WA-10) announced $850,000 in federal funding to the Tacoma Housing Authority for subsidized housing renovations. “The South Sound is one of the nation’s fastest growing regions – and residents are feeling the housing crunch,” said Strickland. “I am proud to secure federal funding that provides families with comfortable,…
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Strickland Presses Pete Hegseth on Firing of General Randy George and Military Promotion Integrity
Washington D.C. – On Wednesday, April 29, 2026, Congresswoman Marilyn Strickland questioned U.S. Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth and General Dan Caine, Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff. Strickland questioned Hegseth’s decision to fire General George and his decision to deny four qualified servicemembers the promotion to Brigadier General. Strickland’s remarks are transcribed below, and can be viewed here: …
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Strickland on TVW Washington to Washington: AI Chatbots
The impact of AI Chatbots on young people is raising alarms. Lawmakers in Washington state and across the country debated countless chatbot bills to regulate its use. But in Washington D.C., President Trump looks to limit state regulations in support of AI innovation.
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STRICKLAND QUESTIONS PENTAGON ON INDO-PACIFIC READINESS AND DETERRENCE
Washington D.C. – On Wednesday, April 22, 2026, Congresswoman Strickland questioned Admiral Samuel Paparo, General Xavier T. Brunson, and John Noh on the deterrence and warfighting readiness of the US and its allies in the Indo-Pacific. Strickland’s remarks are transcribed below, and can be viewed here: Chairman Mike Rogers: Ms. Strickland’s recognized. Congresswoman Marilyn Strickland: Thank you Chairman Rogers and Ranking Member Smith and thank you to our…
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Strickland Introduces Bill Addressing Toxic Chemical Killing Pacific Northwest Salmon
Washington, D.C. – Today, during Puget Sound Day on the Hill, Congresswoman Marilyn Strickland (WA-10), Co-Chair of the Puget Sound Recovery Caucus, introduced her 6PPD Task Force Act. The bill creates a Task Force to bridge together federal, state, tribal, and industry voices to coordinate further 6PPD-quinone (6PPD) research and identify a safe alternative. U.S. Representative Emily Randall (WA-06), and Puget Sound Recovery Caucus Co-Chair, is co-leading the bill, and Senator Jeff Merkley (D-OR) is…
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Congresswoman Strickland Introduces Bill Addressing Toxic Chemical Killing Pacific Northwest Salmon
On Friday, April 17, 2026, Congresswoman Strickland introduced her 6PPD Task Force Act. This legislation creates a Task Force to bridge together federal, state, tribal, and industry voices to coordinate further 6PPD-quinone (6PPD) research and identify a safe alternative.
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STRICKLAND WARNS HOUSING COSTS ARE OUTPACING MILITARY ALLOWANCE
Washington D.C. – On Thursday, April 16, 2026, Congresswoman Strickland questioned Lieutenant General Brian Eifler on the Basic Allowance for Housing’s (BAH) ability to keep pace with rising housing costs, and questioned Lieutenant General Caroline Miller on how these rising housing costs will impact military readiness. Strickland’s remarks are transcribed below, and can be viewed here: Congresswoman Marilyn Strickland: Thank you Chairman Fallon and Ranking…