Today, Representative Rick Larsen (WA-02) released the following statement on the detention of Jasmine Ikeda, an Orcas Island resident detained by Israel on October 1st, 2025 following their participation in the Global Sumud Flotilla: “I have been in touch with Jasmine’s family, and I am working with them to advocate for their immediate release. With the permission of Jasmine’s family,… Read more »

Today, Representative Rick Larsen (WA-02) released the following statement about the government shutdown: “Prices are up, the economy is down, and now Republicans in Congress have shut down the government to double down on the health care crisis they created. “Yesterday, I met with Washington Health Benefit Exchange leaders and other state health care groups to hear about the local… Read more »

Today, Representative Rick Larsen (WA-02) released the following statement after the Trump administration announced the cancellation of funding for the Pacific Northwest Hydrogen Hub and ten other projects in Washington state: “The Trump administration is raising the cost of living by cancelling local clean energy projects. The Department of Energy is clawing back a billion dollars in… Read more »

Today, Representative Rick Larsen (WA-02) published an opinion piece in the Everett Herald about the Republican health care crisis and potential government shutdown. "At a time when families are already struggling with high prices and a weak job market, Republicans in Congress are doubling down on a health care crisis of their own making," wrote Rep.… Read more »

U.S. Representatives Rick Larsen (WA-02) and Pramila Jayapal (WA-07) introduced a resolution recognizing Seattle Sounders FC for becoming the first Major League Soccer (MLS) team to win all five major North American soccer trophies. “I’ve known the Sounders are the best men’s professional soccer team since my days as a ball boy for the team when they were in the NASL,” said… Read more »

A bipartisan group of lawmakers led by Representatives Rick Larsen (D-WA-02) and Dan Newhouse (R-WA-04) urged United States Trade Representative Jamieson Greer to prioritize market access for U.S. blueberries in trade discussions with critical partners in Asia. “The U.S. is the world’s top blueberry producing nation and increasing exports to markets in the Asia-Pacific region supports… Read more »

This week, Representative Rick Larsen (WA-02) is fighting for legislation that drastically lowers health care costs for working families in Northwest Washington state. “More than 25,000 people in Northwest Washington state will see their health care costs skyrocket in 2026 and health care costs for everyone will go up unless Congress takes action,” said Rep. Larsen. “Republicans… Read more »

This week, Representative Rick Larsen (WA-02) advocated for provisions in the Fiscal Year 2026 National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) to protect families and businesses Northwest Washington state. He co-led an amendment which would allow Island Health to achieve significant cost-savings, and as a result, the hospital would be able to maintain its current services. “Rural… Read more »

On Wednesday, the Transportation and Infrastructure Committee approved Representative Rick Larsen’s bipartisan legislation to reform FEMA, the Federal Emergency Management Agency. The Fixing Emergency Management for Americans (FEMA) Act of 2025 (H.R. 4669) provides the most robust legislative reform of FEMA and federal disaster assistance programs in decades. Rep. Larsen is the top… Read more »

WHATCOM COUNTY, WA – Today, Rep. Rick Larsen (WA-02) released the following statement: "Maggie was a strong supporter of democratic values, a great advisor and an important stalwart in the community. She was a great example for anyone who wants to know how to fight for what they believe in. My condolences to her family as they grieve this enormous loss." ### Read more »