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Defense Policy Bill Includes Larsen Provisions to Support Military Communities, Strengthen National Security

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On Tuesday, the U.S. House voted 356-70 to approve the Conference Report for the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) for Fiscal Year 2018. Rep. Rick Larsen (WA-02), a member of the conference committee, successfully secured provisions in the conference report that would benefit the Pacific Northwest including a larger budget for Impact Aid and increased funding for military…

Larsen: Republicans Ignore Tax Reform, Cut Taxes for the Wealthy

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Rep. Rick Larsen (WA-02) issued the following statement today after House Republicans unveiled their tax package: “Americans need a tax code that makes investments in our country to create jobs and benefit the middle class. This can be done by bolstering our infrastructure, making education affordable and accessible, and increasing skills and training opportunities. “But in…

Larsen Invites Constituents To Mukilteo Community Coffee

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MUKILTEO, WA—Constituents of Rep. Rick Larsen (WA-02) are invited to meet with the Congressman at a “community coffee” event at Sydney Bakery and Wine Bar in Mukilteo on Sunday, November 12th. Community coffees are opportunities for Larsen to hear directly from his constituents about issues important to them in an informal discussion setting. Sunday, November 12th…

Larsen Encourages Washingtonians to Get Covered

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Rep. Rick Larsen (WA-02) announced the start of open enrollment today, encouraging Washingtonians to sign up for health insurance for 2018 under the Affordable Care Act. Since enacted, the Affordable Care Act continues to help thousands of people across Northwest Washington access high quality, comprehensive health care. “The Affordable Care Act is not dead – and Washington…

Larsen Statement on Special Counsel Indictments

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U.S. Rep. Rick Larsen (WA-02) released the following statement today on federal indictments against former Trump campaign chairman Paul Manafort and his business partner Rick Gates: “Yesterday’s indictments send a clear message on the importance of the special counsel’s investigation. The charges against Paul Manafort and Rick Gates are serious and the American public…

Larsen Statement on Trump Administrations Drone Pilot Program

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Rep. Rick Larsen (WA-02), the top-Ranking Democrat on the House Aviation Subcommittee, issued the following statement today regarding the administration’s announcement of an Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS) Integration Pilot Program. “The drone industry holds enormous potential for American businesses, and the announcement today shows the administration seeks to foster safe…