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Army has update on the fight to save its only museum on the West Coast
The Olympian: Army has update on the fight to save its only museum on the West Coast By Simone Carter Last summer, U.S. Rep. Marilyn Strickland demanded answers from the Army secretary in a letter opposing the proposed closure of the only Army museum on the West Coast. On Friday the Washington Democrat heard back.…
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STRICKLAND DEMANDS ANSWERS TO COAST GUARD STATION CLOSURES
Washington D.C. – Congresswoman Strickland questioned Vice Commandant Thomas Allan on workforce growth, retention, and development, and on the 25 Coast Guard stations that have been closed or downgraded since 2024. Rep. Strickland offers condolences to the family and shipmates of Aviation Survival Technician Second Class Tyler Jaggers. Strickland’s remarks are transcribed below, and can be viewed here: Chairman Mike Ezell: Chair…
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Strickland Secures $250K for Edgewood Trail Completion
Lakewood, WA — Today, Congresswoman Marilyn Strickland (WA-10) announced $250,000 in federal funding for the City of Edgewood’s Interurban Trail. “The federal funding will further connect our South Sound communities and improve access to outdoor recreation for the entire region,” said Strickland. “Completing the trail is an investment that will make the South Sound a…
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Marilyn Strickland Sounds Alarm On Low Number Of U.S. Missile Interceptors Amid Strikes On Iran
Forbes Breaking News: Marilyn Strickland Sounds Alarm On Low Number Of U.S. Missile Interceptors Amid Strikes On Iran During a House Armed Services Committee hearing last week, Rep. Marilyn Strickland (D-WA) spoke about munition shortages amid ongoing U.S.-Israeli strikes on Iran.
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Strickland Secures $850K for Puyallup’s Meeker Festival Street
Lakewood, WA — Today, Congresswoman Marilyn Strickland (WA-10) and U.S. Senator Maria Cantwell (D-WA) announced $850,000 in federal funding for the City of Puyallup’s Meeker Festival Street project. “Revitalizing the Meeker Festival Street is a smart investment for Puyallup,” said Strickland. “I am proud to secure federal funding that makes our communities more safe, attractive, and vibrant.” “This investment is a tremendous win for Puyallup,” said Puyallup Mayor Ned Witting. “Congresswoman Strickland’s advocacy and Senator Cantwell’s…
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Will Nisqually Tribe own a major salmon hatchery? There’s a push from lawmakers
The Olympian | Will Nisqually Tribe own a major salmon hatchery? There’s a push from lawmakers By: Ty Vinson Three Washington lawmakers have kickstarted an effort to restore the Nisqually Indian Tribe’s ownership of the Clear Creek Hatchery. The hatchery is located on tribal ancestral lands but is currently owned by the U.S. Fish and…
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Strickland Launches STEM Award Program
Lacey, WA – Today, Congresswoman Marilyn Strickland (WA-10) announced that her office will begin accepting submissions for her first annual 2026 STEM Award Program. The program will highlight student projects that demonstrate innovation, problem-solving, and real-world community impact in the fields of science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM). “I am proud to launch this inaugural program that encourages South Sound…
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Strickland, Cantwell, Murray Introduce Bill Restoring Nisqually Tribe Ownership of Clear Creek Hatchery
Washington, D.C. – Congresswoman Marilyn Strickland (WA-10) introduced the Nisqually Clear Creek Hatchery Land Transfer Act of 2026. The bill transfers the Clear Creek hatchery, located on Nisqually Indian Tribe’s ancestral lands, from the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (USFWS) to the Nisqually Indian Tribe. The Senate version of the bill was introduced today, led by U.S.…
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STRICKLAND DEMANDS ACCOUNTABILITY FROM DOD; WAR IN IRAN
Washington D.C. – Congresswoman Strickland questioned Under Secretary of Defense for Policy, Elbridge Colby, on if the Defense Department is adhering to the National Defense Strategy, while taking actions against Iran. Strickland’s remarks are transcribed below, and can be viewed here: Congresswoman Marilyn Strickland: Thank you, Chairman Rogers. Under Secretary Colby, you were one of the principal architects of the 2026 National Defense Strategy. And, that document…
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Rep. Strickland has ‘not received clarity’ on Iran conflict timeline
KING 5 | Rep. Strickland has ‘not received clarity’ on Iran conflict timeline U.S. Representative from Washington Marilyn Strickland addresses the ongoing conflict in Iran.