Jobs & the Economy

Larsen Announces Washington Selected as Testing Partner for Next-Generation Aircraft

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Today, Representative Rick Larsen (WA-02), top Democrat on the Transportation and Infrastructure Committee, released the following statement: “The U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) selecting Washington as a partner in testing next-generation aircraft will create good-paying jobs for the people I represent,” said Rep. Larsen. “Northwest Washington is home to the best aviation and…

Larsen Applauds SCOTUS Slapping Down Trump's Tariffs

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Today, Representative Rick Larsen (WA-02) released the following statement: “I am glad that the Supreme Court has taken action to strike down President Trump's tariffs and lower prices for Americans since Republican leadership in Congress refused to do so. I will continue to lead legislative efforts to end pointless…

Larsen Releases Statement on Boeing Plans for Fourth MAX Production Line

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Today, Representative Rick Larsen (WA-02) released the following statement after Boeing announced plans for its fourth MAX production line: "I am excited that Boeing will open the long-awaited fourth MAX production line in Everett this summer. Northwest Washington is home to the best aviation and aerospace workers in the world, and today’s news will create more jobs for the women and…

Oh, Canada! Larsen Leads Charge to End Canada Tariffs and Lower Costs

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Today, Representative Rick Larsen (WA-02) released the following statement after voting to terminate President Trump’s abuse of “emergency” authorities to impose sweeping tariffs on U.S. imports from Canada. The resolution passed the House 219-211 with bipartisan support: “The people I represent need immediate relief from…

Larsen Secures Local Jobs and Infrastructure Investments in Funding Bills

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Today, Representative Rick Larsen (WA-02) released the following statement after voting yes on Fiscal Year 2026 (FY26) spending bills. The package passed the House with bipartisan support on a 341-88 vote and was recently signed into law.   “This legislative package creates jobs, builds community centers and strengthens infrastructure…

Larsen Releases Statement on Government Funding Package

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Today, Representative Rick Larsen (WA-02) released the following statement on the Fiscal Year 2026 funding package before the House of Representatives: “These bills provide full-year funding for jobs, education, health care and national security priorities along with two weeks of funding for the Department of Homeland Security (DHS). “Supporting the package means funding these…

Trump Cuts Lose; Larsen and Congress Fund Jobs, Education and Health Care

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Today, Representative Rick Larsen (WA-02) released the following statement after voting yes yesterday on a package of three Fiscal Year 2026 (FY26) spending bills. The package passed the House with bipartisan support on a 341-88 vote and now heads to the Senate for consideration. “These funding bills will create jobs, expand access to education and give a pay…

Costs Up for Washington Families; Larsen Fighting Back

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Today, Rep. Rick Larsen released the following statement after the Joint Economic Committee published a report outlining the higher costs Washington families paid in 2025: “The average family in my state spent a whopping $2,008 more in 2025 than they did in 2024 because of the Trump administration’s failing economic policies. Housing…

Protecting the Environment and Local Law Enforcement Big Winners in Larsen-backed Bills

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Today, Representative Rick Larsen (WA-02) released the following statement after voting yes on a package of three Fiscal Year 2026 (FY26) spending bills. The package passed the House with bipartisan support on a 397-28 vote and now heads to the Senate for consideration.  “I am glad that this…