Rep. Rick Larsen, WA-02, released the following statement about the tragic earthquake in Nepal. "My thoughts and prayers are with all of those affected by the devastating earthquake in Nepal, including the families and communities who have been torn apart. "As rescue efforts continue, the U.S. is working with the international community to provide humanitarian relief, as well as… Read more »

As the U.S. takes over the chairmanship of the Arctic Council today, Rep. Rick Larsen, WA-02, issued the following statement reiterating the importance of the U.S. upholding its commitments as an Arctic nation. “Our country faces a steep opportunity curve when it comes to the Arctic as we take over the chairmanship of the Arctic Council. We have a lot of work ahead of us, from… Read more »

About 35 veterans experiencing homelessness in Snohomish, Skagit and Island counties will receive permanent housing through a grant program that Rep. Rick Larsen, WA-02, has long supported. The housing vouchers, including 12 for Snohomish County, 7 for Skagit County, and 14 for Island County, are awarded through the Department of Housing and Urban Development Veterans Affairs Supportive… Read more »

Today, members of the Washington state congressional delegation invited Chinese President Xi Jinping to include Washington state as part of his first official state visit to the United States later this year. In extending the invitation, the members emphasized the importance of the relationship between China and Washington state. “Your upcoming state visit to the United States is… Read more »

Rep. Rick Larsen, WA-02, today applauded Senate passage of a bill that ensures seniors can continue seeing their doctors, provides funding for community health centers and extends health insurance for children. The House passed H.R. 2, the bipartisan Medicare Access and CHIP Reauthorization Act of 2015, on March 26, and it now goes to President Obama for his signature. The bill… Read more »

A bill to provide continued funding to protect and restore estuaries that Rep. Rick Larsen, WA-02, introduced passed the House Transportation and Infrastructure Committee today. Larsen introduced the bipartisan bill with Rep. Frank LoBiondo, NJ-02, in February. H.R. 944 would reauthorize the National Estuary Program through 2020, funding local efforts to preserve sensitive estuaries and… Read more »

Rep. Rick Larsen, WA-02, released the following statement today after becoming the newest member of the bipartisan Congressional Aluminum Caucus. The Caucus raises awareness of the U.S. aluminum industry and the metal’s production and use. “In Whatcom County, aluminum means jobs and economic opportunity. Intalco is directly responsible for 640 family wage jobs in Whatcom… Read more »

Rep. Rick Larsen, WA-02, released the following statement today about the announcement that the U.S. and other negotiating countries have agreed on a framework to prevent Iran from obtaining a nuclear weapon. “I am encouraged by today’s announcement that negotiators have agreed on framework to stop Iran from building a nuclear weapon. I would like to see a diplomatic solution… Read more »

Reforms to the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) will work better for Pacific Northwest veterans as a result of efforts by Rep. Rick Larsen, WA-02. Larsen successfully pressed the VA to improve access to care for veterans in Northwest Washington who face geographical barriers because of the region’s unique environment, including veterans living in South and Central Whidbey Island… Read more »

Rep. Rick Larsen, WA-02, today praised the Obama Administration’s action to move forward with a plan to cut U.S. greenhouse gas emissions by 26 percent to 28 percent below 2005 levels by 2025. President Obama first announced the plan in November with Chinese President Xi Jinping. Today, in advance of the United Nations climate change meetings in December, the administration formally… Read more »