Press Releases

Today, U.S. Representative Rick Larsen (WA-02), a member of the House Hunger Caucus, released the following statement after President Obama signed the Healthy, Hunger-Free Kids Act (S. 3307) into law. The legislation will help school districts improve the nutritional quality of the food they offer kids, expand after-school and breakfast programs, and connect schools to local farms so… Read more »

Updates from Whatcom, Skagit and Snohomish Counties:Whatcom County Whatcom Unified Emergency Management is closely monitoring the evolving impacts of the current storm and anticipated Nooksack River flooding later tonight. County and city public works departments and the 911 dispatch center are receiving calls for flooded businesses and homes, flooded streets and small landslides.… Read more »

Today, U.S. Representative Rick Larsen (WA-02) released the following statement in response to the Navy’s announcement that the USS Nimitz will be home ported at Naval Station Everett following its maintenance in Bremerton. “Bringing the USS Nimitz to Naval Station Everett is great news for our community and the right move for our national security.   The Navy… Read more »

Today, U.S. Representative Rick Larsen (WA-02) released the following statement in response to the U.S. Department of Transportation’s announcement that Washington state will receive up to $161.5 million in funding for high-speed rail projects. The Department of Transportation is reallocating high-speed rail funds that were rejected by other states. Larsen had called on Ray LaHood,… Read more »

Today, U.S. Representative Rick Larsen (WA-02) voted to give students who grew up in the United States a chance to contribute to our country by either serving in the military or pursuing a higher education. “The DREAM Act is about allowing young people to serve our country,” said Rep. Larsen. “Folks who grew up in the United States should have the opportunity to… Read more »

Today, U.S. Representative Rick Larsen (WA-02) voted for the Senior Protection Act to provide Social Security recipients with a one-time $250 payment in 2011 in lieu of a cost-of-living-adjustment (COLA).  The Social Security Administration announced that there will be no automatic COLA for 2011. That means that for the first time ever, 2011 will be the second consecutive year that… Read more »

Today, U.S. Representative Rick Larsen (WA-02) released the following statement regarding reports that an agreement had been reached between the Republic of Korea and the United States on a Free Trade Agreement . “Moving forward with a trade agreement between the United States and South Korea is a win-win for American businesses and workers,” said Rep. Larsen. “This… Read more »

Today, U.S. Representative Rick Larsen (WA-02), released the following statement after voting to extend tax cuts for middle class families and small businesses. The Middle Class Tax Relief Act of 2010 will extend tax cuts for families that make less than $250,000 a year and 97% of small businesses. “Today, I supported immediately extending tax cuts for middle class… Read more »

Today, U.S. Representative Rick Larsen (WA-02), voted to pass the Healthy, Hunger-Free Kids Act (S. 3307) to help reduce childhood hunger and obesity. The legislation will help school districts improve the nutritional quality of the food they offer kids, expand after-school and breakfast programs, and connect schools to local farms so children can have fresh and healthy… Read more »

 Today, U.S. Representative Rick Larsen (WA-02), made the following statement after attending a House Armed Services Committee briefing on the results of the Pentagon’s report on how ending the Don’t Ask Don’t Tell policy will affect troop readiness and morale. Larsen is a member of the House Armed Services Committee. “The Pentagon’s comprehensive… Read more »