Press Releases

Today, U.S. Representative Rick Larsen (WA-02) released the following statement in opposition to letting critical Trade Adjustment Assistance (TAA) benefits expire tomorrow. House Republicans failed to act on legislation that would extend this program to help Americans who have lost their jobs due to increased imports.During the October 2009-September 2010 federal fiscal year, 5,329… Read more »

Today, U.S. Representative Rick Larsen (WA-02), released the following statement in response to reports that President Hosni Mubarak resigned today and handed off power to the Egyptian military.“As President Mubarak steps down from power, the Egyptian government must show a respect for human rights and a clear path to democracy in Egypt. “While the Egyptian people are resolute… Read more »

Today, U.S. Representative Rick Larsen (WA-02), Ranking Member of the House Transportation and Infrastructure Subcommittee on Coast Guard and Maritime Transportation, co-led an oversight hearing to examine the recommendations from the National Commission on the BP Deepwater Horizon Oil Spill and Offshore Drilling. The Subcommittees received testimony about lessons learned from the spill… Read more »

Today, U.S. Representative Rick Larsen (WA-02), a member of the House Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, submitted the following statement to the U.S. House of Representatives, criticizing the majority party for failing to propose a jobs plan that will help the economy and get people back to work. Instead, the Republicans are wasting taxpayer dollars and two days on the House… Read more »

Today, U.S. Representative Rick Larsen (WA-02), a member of the House Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, praised the Administration for announcing that it plans to invest in high-speed and intercity rail. Vice President Biden and Transportation Secretary Ray LaHood announced a six year plan to invest $53 billion to help give 80 percent of Americans access to high-speed… Read more »

Today, U.S. Representative Rick Larsen (WA-02) became a cosponsor of legislation that was introduced today to help small businesses by repealing new 1099 requirements established by the Affordable Care Act. The 1099 reporting requirement has proven to be burdensome for many small businesses. “The 1099 reporting requirement in the new health care law is a burdensome requirement… Read more »

 Today, U.S. Representative Rick Larsen (WA-02) released the following statement in reaction to reports on the World Trade Organization’s (WTO) ruling on whether Boeing received illegal subsidies to fund aircraft construction.  “Today the WTO handed Airbus a full plate of lemons, and now their spin machine is trying to turn it into lemonade.  … Read more »

Rep. Rick Larsen (WA-02) released the following statement regarding the ongoing protests in Egypt."Although the situation in Egypt is fluid, what is constant is the United States' belief in democracy and human rights. I sincerely hope for an outcome in Egypt that shows respect for these universal values. "Demonstrators and government forces must show restraint despite the… Read more »

Today, U.S. Representative Rick Larsen (WA-02) voted against eliminating the Presidential Election Campaign Fund.“At a time when unemployment is too high and middle class families are still hurting from the economic recession, Americans want Congress to be focused on creating jobs and getting the economy moving again.“Instead of working to reduce unemployment and get the… Read more »

U.S. Representative Rick Larsen (WA-02) released the following statement slamming the Republican Budget-less Resolution.“The budget proposal that the Republicans are bringing to the floor today consists of a one paragraph statement that does not outline one spending cut or any specific numbers.“The only cut that can be produced from this single sheet of paper is a paper… Read more »