Press Releases

Today, U.S. Representative Rick Larsen (WA-02) made the following statement after President Obama released his Nuclear Posture Review.  Larsen is a member of the House Armed Services’ Subcommittee on Strategic Forces, which oversees nuclear weapons around the globe. “The Obama Administration’s Nuclear Posture Review will strengthen America’s national… Read more »

U.S. Representative Rick Larsen (WA-02) issued the following statement in reaction to news of an explosion at the Tesoro refinery in Anacortes.“I was shocked to hear the tragic news of the explosion at the Tesoro refinery this morning. My thoughts and prayers go out to the families of the victims of this horrible event.  I am ready to help them in any way I can. It… Read more »

Today, U.S. Representative Rick Larsen (WA-02) released the following statement praising President Obama and President Medvedev for agreeing to the most comprehensive arms control agreement in nearly two decades. “I applaud President Obama for reaching agreement on a historic arms reduction treaty with Russia.  This treaty will make our country safer, it will enhance… Read more »

Today, U.S. Representative Rick Larsen (WA-02) voted for the largest single investment in aid that will help students and families pay for college. The Student Aid and Fiscal Responsibility Act (SAFRA) will shift all new federal student lending to the Direct Loan program, generating funds that will be reinvested in Pell Grants, community colleges and other education initiatives… Read more »

Today, U.S. Representative Rick Larsen (WA-02) joined students from Western Washington University (WWU) to talk about his recent vote for the largest single investment in aid that will help students and families pay for college. The Student Aid and Fiscal Responsibility Act (SAFRA) will shift all new federal student lending to the Direct Loan program, generating funds that will… Read more »

Tonight, U.S. Representative Rick Larsen (WA-02) hosted a telephone town hall meeting with close to 6,500 constituents from the 2nd Congressional District of Washington state to discuss jobs, the economy and health care. “I want to thank everyone who took time out of their evening to join tonight’s call. It was a great chance for me to have a conversation with folks back… Read more »

U.S. Representative Rick Larsen (WA-02) released the following statement today in response to recent news stories regarding the final ruling by the World Trade Organization (WTO) on aircraft subsidies to Airbus by the European Union. “According to today’s media reports, the WTO has finally said ‘it’s over’ to European governments that subsidize… Read more »

Today, U.S. Representative Rick Larsen (WA-02) asked Congress to provide federal funding for 2nd District priorities, selecting 35 of 155 requests he received to pass on to the House Appropriations Committee. The requests Larsen made reflect a large range of local needs in all six counties he represents with a focus on making key investments to grow the economy, create and sustain jobs… Read more »

U.S. Representative Rick Larsen (WA-02) applauded an announcement by the Washington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT) that they submitted a project in Everett on their list of priority projects to receive high-speed rail funding. The proposed Everett Storage Track will create jobs and enhance the quality of commuting around the region by relieving congestion and increasing… Read more »

Today, U.S. Representative Rick Larsen (WA-02) voted for historic health care reform legislation to make health care more affordable and secure for American families, small businesses and seniors. “Health care reform has always been about one thing: the American people. Tonight I voted for health care reform that will immediately begin to lower the cost of health care for… Read more »