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Larsen Statement on Burlington Shooting

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Rep. Rick Larsen (WA-02) today released the following statement regarding the shooting that took place at the Cascade Mall in Burlington, WA last night: "It is with a heavy heart that I offer my thoughts and prayers to the friends and families of the five individuals who lost their lives in this horrific shooting. I want to thank the law enforcement officials who are continuing to…

On 20th Anniversary of Arctic Council, Larsen, Young Call on U.S. to Fulfill its Responsibilities as an Arctic Nation

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Reps. Rick Larsen (WA-02) and Don Young (R-AK) this week introduced a House Resolution to mark the 20th anniversary of the Arctic Council and to express support for the Council’s work.   The resolution cited the Arctic Council’s vital importance in promoting international cooperation on military, environmental, economic and scientific interests shared by Arctic…

Larsen, Members of the WA Delegation, Throw Support Behind Grant Application to Expand Apprenticeships in Washington State

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Representatives Rick Larsen (WA-02), Suzan DelBene (WA-01), Jaime Herrera Beutler (WA-03), Dan Newhouse (WA-04), Derek Kilmer (WA-06), Jim McDermott (WA-07), Dave Reichert (WA-08), Adam Smith (WA-09), and Denny Heck (WA-10) today sent a letter to the U.S. Department of Labor urging full and fair consideration for Washington state’s grant application for the US Department of Labor…