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Larsen’s Water Resources Bill Clears Committee Hurdle

Fri, 17 Jul 2026 04:00:00 GMT

This week, U.S. Representative Rick Larsen (WA-02)’s Water Resources Development Act of 2026 (WRDA 2026) passed out of the House Transportation and Infrastructure Committee by a unanimous vote of 66-0. The bipartisan, biennial bill protects Northwest Washington’s environment, supports Columbia River Treaty negotiations and authorizes critical investments in Northwest Washington ports, inland waterways, flood management systems and other water resources infrastructure.

“You cannot have a big league economy with little league infrastructure. In the Pacific Northwest and across the country, investments in ports, harbors and inland waterways support good-paying jobs and are key to long-term economic growth,” said Rep. Larsen, who is the top Democrat on the House Transportation and Infrastructure Committee. “The Water Resources Development Act of 2026 continues bipartisan efforts to improve water resources infrastructure in Northwest Washington and across the country. I look forward to bringing this bill to the House floor for a vote later this year.”

Since 2014, Congress has enacted a WRDA every two years to help improve the nation’s ports and harbors, inland waterway navigation system, flood and storm risk management, environment and other aspects of water resources infrastructure. WRDA 2024 passed with overwhelming bipartisan support and included many of Larsen’s local priorities, including funding environmental infrastructure assistance to Western Washington communities and expanding the Tribal Partnership Program (TPP) to make it easier for the Corps to partner with Northwest Tribes on projects.

Washington State Wins in WRDA 2026

The 2026 WRDA invests in Washington state transportation and infrastructure priorities, including restoring the Puget Sound, addressing Nooksack River flooding and ensuring that critical Corps projects across the state can continue. Wins for Washington in WRDA 2026 include:

Nooksack River Flooding: Authorizes a new feasibility study for flood risk reduction in the Nooksack River, which Whatcom County can use for long-term planning to address flooding concerns. Rep. Larsen has been working with local leaders to develop a plan to address Nooksack River flooding. Earlier this year, he advocated for Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) disaster relief funds to help communities recover from December 2025’s devastating floods and has championed FEMA flood mitigation grant funding so that local communities can prepare for future floods.
Puget Sound and Adjacent Waters (PSAW): Increases the per project funding cap to $20 million, ensuring projects like Spencer Island restoration in Snohomish County continue to move forward. In 2018, Rep. Larsen successfully included an amendment in WRDA 2018 to increase the per project cap for PSAW to $10 million.
Puget Sound Nearshore Ecosystem Restoration Project (PSNERP): Allows the Corps to cost-share the relocation of related infrastructure for PNSERP projects at Lilliwaup Estuary, Tahuya Estuary, Snow Creek and Salmon Creek and Nooksack Estuary. Rep. Larsen previously worked to authorize $451 million for PSNERP in WRDA 2016. The Puget Sound is the largest estuary by water volume in the United States, and Rep. Larsen's bipartisan legislation to reauthorize the National Estuary Program through 2031 to protect the Puget Sound and other estuaries around the country passed the House last December.
Columbia River Treaty: Extends temporary authority for the United States to pay for pre-planned storage of water in Canada while United States and Canada continue to negotiate a new Columbia River Treaty. The United States’ current authority expires in 2027. The hydropower that the Columbia River Treaty provides benefits towns and cities across Northwest Washington, and Rep. Larsen has advocated for the Columbia River Treaty’s renewal for over a decade. Larsen supports efforts to negotiate a modern Columbia River treaty that manages flood risks and ensures a reliable clean energy supply, and is working with local stakeholders to gather input ahead of negotiations.
Preventing Invasive Aquatic Species: Clarifies that indirect costs incurred by non-federal partners remain eligible for credit or reimbursement under the Corps’ Watercraft Inspection authority, which funds state efforts to prevent the spread of invasive aquatic species. Invasive golden, quagga and zebra mussels continue to expand their footprint in the Pacific Northwest. Early detection monitoring, watercraft inspection and decontamination and eradication efforts are critical to preventing further spread.
Lower Columbia River Channel Maintenance: Clarifies that the cost of constructing a dredged material disposal facility for operation and maintenance of the Lower Willamette and Lower Columbia River is a federal responsibility that can be drawn from the Harbor Maintenance Trust Fund (HMTF). These facilities are necessary for dredging operations to maintain the Columbia River waterway, which moves over $31 billion in cargo annually and supports 40,000 local jobs.
Lower Columbia River Turning Basin: Authorizes the Chief’s Report for Lower Columbia Turning Basin improvements. Traffic has continued to grow in the Lower Columbia River, with an increase in larger vessels that need room to safely turn and park. These improvements will allow for the better positioning of vessels, increase opportunities to use nearby tug service and improve efficient movement of vessels transporting goods.
HMTF Allocations for Donor and Energy Transfer Ports: Removes discretion for administration to utilize a provision in WRDA 2020 requiring funding from the Harbor Maintenance Trust Fund. The Ports of Seattle and Tacoma are donor ports.
Office of Community Outreach and Affordability: Creates an Office of Community Outreach and Affordability within the Corps to help communities that may have difficulty navigating the Corps’ planning and construction processes.
Corps Study Process: Requires the Corps and the non-federal sponsor to establish an agreed-to timeframe (with milestones) for studies and allow the non-federal sponsor to request time extensions based on project complexity and sponsor’s goals.

For the legislative text of WRDA 2026, click here.

For a summary of WRDA 2026, click here.

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Larsen Demands Independent Investigations into Killings of Lorenzo Salgado Araujo, Johan Sebastian Guerrero

Thu, 16 Jul 2026 04:00:00 GMT

This week, U.S. Representative Rick Larsen (WA-02) joined nearly 200 House Democrats in calling for independent investigations into Lorenzo Salgado Araujo and Johan Sebastian Guerrero’s deaths and demanding that Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) halt removal proceedings against the witnesses.

“Both of these incidents have created enormous fear and outrage in the community, and raise serious questions about the safety of community members, regardless of immigration status,” wrote the Members. “Far too many people, Americans and noncitizens alike, are dead as a result of DHS’s reckless actions. There must be accountability and independent investigations.”

On July 7th, ICE agents shot and killed Mr. Salgado Araujo, a father of three U.S. citizens who had resided in the country for 35 years. He was reportedly not ICE’s target in their operation, and despite ICE’s claims that Mr. Salgado Araujo “weaponized his vehicle,” no evidence to substantiate that claim has been presented, and it is disputed by witnesses in the vehicle.

On July 13th, ICE agents shot and killed Mr. Guerrero, a father who also was reportedly not the target of enforcement actions. The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) claims to have shot him in concern for “public safety” after he “attempted to flee.” The agency does not allege that at any point officers feared for their safety. Video of this killing shows ICE officers handcuffing Mr. Guerrero even after he had been shot in the head.

DHS agents, including ICE agents, have shot at least 21 people just since the start of President Donald Trump’s second term. Six of these shootings have been fatal, resulting in the death of U.S. citizens and individuals who posed no public safety threat. In two previous shootings, ICE has claimed that victims were also “weaponizing” their vehicles, claims that have turned out to be false statements as evidence emerged.

In addition to the demands for an independent investigation and the commitment that witnesses to the killing of Mr. Salgado Araujo not be deported, the Members are asking for a detailed breakdown of all training materials and guidelines around vehicle stops.

The full text of the letter to DHS Secretary Mullin and ICE Acting Director Venturella can be read here.

Larsen Demands ICE Accountability

Last month, Rep. Larsen voted against a bill that would fund ICE without placing additional guardrails on the agency and requiring that the agency is required to follow the same rules as every other local, state and federal law enforcement agency.

Rep. Larsen supports strengthening accountability and oversight of ICE operations and DHS detention facilities, including:

Prohibiting ICE officers from wearing masks during arrests;

Requiring ICE officers to be trained in de-escalation;

Prohibiting masked ICE officers from using restricted equipment, such as tear gas;

Ending family and child detention;

Ending DHS’s use of private detention facilities;

Providing individuals in immigration detention with unlimited communication with legal counsel;

Repealing the Alien Enemies Act, which President Trump has used to deport immigrants from Venezuela with no due process by accusing them of “invading” the United States; and

A complete and independent investigation into the killings of unarmed civilians.

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Larsen Releases Statement on Trump’s Election Speech

Thu, 16 Jul 2026 04:00:00 GMT

Today, Representative Rick Larsen released the following statement:

“The President’s speech tonight should be about lowering costs and creating jobs. Instead, he will continue spreading lies about American elections. The truth is simple: Donald Trump lost the 2020 election. America’s elections are secure, transparent and run by state and local officials from both parties.

“After the 2020 election, the CIA, the Department of Justice, the Department of Homeland Security and other agencies investigated the vote and found no evidence of foreign interference. More than 60 courts rejected challenges to the outcome of the 2020 election. Republican and Democratic election officials alike confirmed the results. There was no evidence of widespread fraud that changed the outcome of the election.

“As Americans prepare to vote again this fall, I am focused on protecting the right of every eligible citizen to cast a ballot and have that ballot counted.

“Before Election Day, I am supporting all efforts to protect access to the ballot box, defend Washington state’s secure vote-by-mail system and ensure election officials have the resources they need to administer free and fair elections. On Election Day, I will work to stop voter intimidation and ensure polling places around the country remain open. After Election Day, I will work to ensure all ballots are counted.

“President Trump can lie all he wants, but the American people decide elections.”

Rep. Larsen is an advocate for free and fair elections, expanding access to the ballot and Washington state’s vote-by-mail system. For more than a decade, he has advocated for and reintroduced legislation to protect U.S. citizens who face disenfranchisement because of restrictive voter identification laws (America Votes Act). Rep. Larsen is a co-founder of the Congressional Voting Rights Caucus.

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Larsen Votes No on Republican Amendment to Limit Funds for Humanitarian Efforts; Israel

Wed, 15 Jul 2026 04:00:00 GMT

Today, Representative Rick Larsen (WA-02) released the following statement:

“I voted “no” on a Republican amendment that would have prohibited any diplomatic, humanitarian, development or security funding related to Israel. I support Israel’s right to exist and to defend itself. The amendment would have stopped critical U.S. efforts in the region to distribute humanitarian aid, resettle refugees, support security collaboration with Palestinians and promote peace.

“I continue to support humanitarian aid to Palestinians, a ceasefire, reconstruction in Gaza and a two-state solution where Israel and a Palestinian state exist securely side-by-side. I continue to oppose extremism in Prime Minister Netanyahu’s government, any effort by Israel to take over Gaza and the continued expansion of illegal Israeli settlements in the West Bank."

Rep. Larsen voted today against an amendment offered by Rep. Thomas Massie (R, KY-04) to the Fiscal Year 2027 National Security, Department of State, and Related Programs Appropriations Act. The amendment failed on a vote of 314-104.

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Larsen Statement on President Trump’s Refusal to Sign Legislation to Make Housing More Affordable

Fri, 10 Jul 2026 04:00:00 GMT

Today, U.S. Representative Rick Larsen (WA-02) released the following statement:

“People across Northwest Washington are frustrated and angry that finding an affordable place to rent or buy has become so difficult. They are working hard, doing everything right and still watching housing costs move further out of reach.

“The 21st Century ROAD to Housing Act becoming law is an important first step toward addressing that crisis. This bipartisan law will help communities build and preserve more affordable homes, expand access to manufactured housing and smaller mortgages for working families and prevent large institutional investors from buying up more single-family homes and shutting local buyers out of the market.

“There is much more work to do. I will remain focused on practical solutions that lower housing costs and make homeownership more attainable in Northwest Washington. It is disappointing that President Trump refused to sign this bipartisan housing bill, but if he does not want to be part of the solution, Congress will continue working together and get the job done without him.”

At midnight tonight, the bipartisan 21st Century ROAD to Housing Act bill will become law because ten days have passed since the legislation was sent to the President without him signing or vetoing the legislation. President Trump refused to sign the housing legislation in protest of Congress’ inability to advance legislation that would make it more difficult for Americans to vote.

Rep. Larsen voted for the 21st Century ROAD to Housing Act last month. The House of Representatives passed the legislation on a 358-32 vote.

The legislation includes provisions to:

Kickstart the construction of new homes by:
helping local governments convert vacant commercial or industrial buildings into affordable housing units;

lowering barriers in the way of developing manufactured, modular housing, and accessory dwelling units (ADUs);

removing restrictions in the Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) to allow cities and local governments, for the first time, to fund new affordable housing construction; and

reauthorizing and expanding the HOME Investment Partnerships Program, the largest federal block grant designed exclusively to create and preserve affordable housing for low-income households.

Prohibit large institutional investors that own more than 350 single-family homes from purchasing additional single-family homes;

Create a renter complaint hotline and resource center for reporting, monitoring and resolving renter disputes with large institutional investor landlords;

Help more veterans access affordable housing by:

requiring Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac loan applications to inform veterans of their home loan benefits offered through the Department of Veteran Affairs (VA);

excluding veterans’ disability compensation from counting against HUD-VASH benefits; and

requiring Federal Housing Administration (FHA) loan applications to display VA loan options alongside conventional and FHA loans to help veterans better compare loan costs.

Require large institutional landlords to report to the Department of Housing and Urban Development annually about renter disputes and the number and location of their properties; and

Support community financial institutions that provide critical financing to homebuyers and housing developers by:

streamlining the process of forming new community banks and credit unions in rural and underserved areas; and

lowering funding costs and enhancing lending capacity at eligible community banks with less than $10 billion in assets by allowing them to reclassify certain deposits.

Rep. Larsen voted for prior versions of the bill in May and February. He has been calling attention to the skyrocketing prices of gas, groceries, health care and housing for months.

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Larsen, Gluesenkamp Perez Applaud Important Milestone in I-5 Bridge Replacement Project

Tue, 07 Jul 2026 04:00:00 GMT

Today, U.S. Representative Rick Larsen (WA-02), Ranking Member of the House Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, and Representative Marie Gluesenkamp Perez (WA-03) celebrated the news that the I-5 Bridge Replacement project has concluded the environmental review process and can now begin construction on a replacement bridge connecting Washington and Oregon.

“Today, the I-5 Bridge Replacement project reached an important milestone, bringing it closer to completion,” said Ranking Member Larsen. “You can’t have a big league economy with little league infrastructure. This is a legacy investment that will create good jobs for the women and men of the Pacific Northwest while safely and efficiently connecting Washington and Oregon. Thank you to all of my colleagues on the state and federal level for keeping this game-changing project moving.”

“Getting the green light on construction of the new I-5 bridge is a massive step towards ensuring we have durable transportation and interstate access for generations. Families, truckers, and commuters across Southwest Washington depend on this roadway for the strength of our local economy,” said Rep Gluesenkamp Perez. “Getting funding for projects like this is where the rubber meets the road on delivering for working families. I’m so proud to see this project get closer to becoming a reality.”

Today, the Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) and Federal Transit Administration (FTA) published the final Record of Decision for the I-5 Bridge Replacement project, concluding the federal environmental review process and allowing Washington and Oregon to move toward construction on the project.

The I-5 Bridge Replacement project will construct a new pair of Columbia River bridges, one northbound and one southbound, as well as develop enhanced parking capacity, bus service improvements, and various interchange/auxiliary lane modifications on the I-5 bridge.

In 2024, Rep. Larsen and Rep. Gluesenkamp Perez held a roundtable discussion together to hear from labor unions, commuters and local transportation businesses about their priorities for the I-5 Bridge Replacement project.

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Larsen to Trump Admin: Continue USMCA Trade Deal to Create Jobs and Lower Prices

Wed, 01 Jul 2026 04:00:00 GMT

Today, Representative Rick Larsen (WA-02) sent a report to U.S. Trade Representative (USTR) Ambassador Jamieson Greer urging the continuation of the U.S.-Mexico-Canada trade agreement (USMCA). The report summarizes over a hundred meetings and conversations that Rep. Larsen’s office has had with farmers, businesses, municipalities, ports and other stakeholders across Northwest Washington over the past year.

“Continuing the USMCA deal will lower costs and create jobs in our communities by restabilizing the economic relationship between the U.S. and two of our largest trading partners,” said Rep. Larsen. “Across conversations with the people I represent, I have heard how USMCA helps families and communities thrive. The United States should negotiate in good faith to enhance and renew USMCA, and fully enforce the provisions of the agreement to help lower prices and create more good-paying jobs.”

Today, the required joint review of USMCA began, which USTR is leading together with Canada and Mexico. The Trump administration announced that the U.S. did not agree to renew agreement in its current form, opting instead to spend the coming months renegotiation the deal.

Rep. Larsen’s report to Ambassador Greer summarizes local stakeholders’ broad support for USMCA and top priorities to enhance the agreement during renegotiations:

Providing predictability and reducing uncertainty when it comes to tariff rates, regulations and trade policy;
Sustaining and facilitating integrated, tariff-free cross-border supply chains, particularly with Canada; and
Ensuring WA-02 farmers, producers and businesses can compete in the United States and worldwide on a level playing field, addressing both tariffs and non-tariff measures.

Trade with Canada and Mexico supports 320,000 jobs in Washington state, according to the Washington Council on International Trade (WCIT). In the past six years, Washington state businesses saved $126 million in direct tariff costs thanks to USMCA (WCIT).

In Northwest Washington, the U.S.-Canada partnership is especially important. Trade between Northwest Washington and Canada supports 2,200 jobs in Whatcom County, 1,400 in Skagit County and 3,800 in Snohomish County (Trade Partnership/Connect2Canada data).

“President Trump’s pointless tariffs and reckless rhetoric towards Canada have hurt families and businesses I represent,” said Rep. Larsen. “Rising shipping and manufacturing costs, along with instability from constantly changing tariff policies, have pushed prices up for families and stopped companies and tourists from bringing their business to Northwest Washington.”

This year, House Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries appointed Rep. Larsen to be the top Democrat on the U.S.-Canada Interparliamentary Group, an organization that connects American and Canadian legislators to promote information sharing and better understanding on shared issues of concern.

Born and raised in Arlington, Washington, Rep. Larsen has a deep personal history with British Columbia and the U.S.-Canada relationship. As a member of Congress, he has been a leader on issues involving Canada, including trade, environmental protection in the Salish Sea and Pacific Northwest, the Arctic, security and border management.

Rep. Larsen’s full report to Ambassador Greer is available HERE. The contents of this report reflect priorities and feedback on the USMCA review that stakeholders shared. The report is not an endorsement of each of these positions by Rep. Larsen.

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Larsen Releases Statement on the Passing of Paul Roberts

Wed, 01 Jul 2026 04:00:00 GMT

Today, Representative Rick Larsen (WA-02) released the following statement on the passing of Paul Roberts:

“Paul Roberts was instrumental in making Everett the city it is today. Paul was one of the kindest, most dedicated and hardworking people I have ever known. From a deep passion for protecting our cherished environment, to his foresight on bringing the naval base to Everett, Paul was the embodiment of what a lifelong public servant is. Even after leaving the City Council, he continued his work in public service for my office, ensuring that local communities benefited from the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law.

"Paul Roberts was a great friend, and my thoughts are with Marianne and the rest of the Roberts family during this difficult time.”

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Larsen Announces $23.5 Million for the Port of Bellingham

Wed, 01 Jul 2026 04:00:00 GMT

Today, Representative Rick Larsen (WA-02), top Democrat on the Transportation and Infrastructure Committee, released the following statement:

“This funding is great news for the Port of Bellingham and Northwest Washington’s entire economy,” said Rep. Larsen. “These dollars will allow the Port of Bellingham to rebuild port infrastructure and create good-paying jobs in Northwest Washington. I will keep working to bring home federal dollars to upgrade maritime infrastructure and grow the local economy.”

The U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) announced that the Port of Bellingham will receive $23,500,000 in federal funding under the Better Utilizing Investments to Leverage Development (BUILD) grant program for the port to rebuild pier infrastructure, strengthen deck loading capacity and upgrade its mooring system for Phase II of the Bellingham Shipping Terminal’s North Pier Rehabilitation project. The BUILD program provides grants for communities of all sizes to carry out road, rail, transit and other surface transportation projects with significant local or regional impact.

"This grant is a major milestone in our long-term effort to modernize the Bellingham Shipping Terminal, strengthen our active working waterfront, and create and sustain family-wage jobs for our ILWU workforce, skilled tradespeople, and the broader maritime economy,” said Port Commission President Michael Shepard. “Strategic infrastructure investments like this are critical to maintaining an active shipping terminal, attracting new cargo opportunities, and supporting living-wage careers that help local families thrive. Every new vessel call generates economic activity that supports jobs on the docks, in the trades, and throughout Whatcom County.”

The funding marks another major step towards the Port’s long-term effort to restore the aging shipping terminal that currently limits the Port’s operational capacity. Completion of the project will restore and modernize a critical marine freight asset that will improve the movement of goods, improve worker safety and create long-term jobs in Northwest Washington.

Projects in Washington state received a total of $52 million in BUILD grants for three projects across the state, including the Port of Bellingham’s project.

Larsen Has Secured $129.4 Million in BUILD Grants for WA-02 Since 2022

Larsen has secured nine BUILD grants totaling $129,406,000 for local communities since the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law was signed. In addition to the $23 million for the Port of Bellingham, Larsen has helped deliver:

$2 Million for Snohomish County's Everett Intermodal Yard and Curve Improvements Project – In July 2025, DOT awarded Snohomish County a $2 million BUILD grant to improve rail shipping capability, safety, and reliability for freight and intercity passenger service at the Everett Intermodal Yard.

$25 Million for Lynnwood’s Poplar Way Bridge – In August 2022, DOT awarded the City of Lynnwood a $25 million RAISE grant to construct a new six-lane, multimodal bridge over I-5 in Lynnwood, between the intersections of 196th Street SW (State Route 524)/Poplar Way and 33rd Avenue W/Alderwood Mall Boulevard.

$25 Million for Whatcom County’s Lummi Island Ferry – In August 2022, DOT awarded Whatcom County a $25 million RAISE grant to replace the 60-year-old Lummi Island ferry with an electric-battery hybrid ferry and build related infrastructure.

$9.5 Million for Blaine’s Bell Road Project – In June 2023, DOT awarded the City of Blaine a $9.5 million RAISE grant to improve safety and accessibility and reduce congestion at the Bell Road (State Route 548)-BNSF at-grade rail crossing.

$17.9 Million for Port of Bellingham’s Shipping Terminal Rail Connection Project – In June 2024, DOT awarded the Port of Bellingham a $17,931,000 RAISE grant to renovate a shipping terminal site, returning the site to a fully functioning multimodal terminal with more efficient loading and unloading of railcars on the terminal.

$4.9 Million for the Tulalip Tribes’ Road Safety Project – In June 2024, DOT awarded the Tulalip Tribes a $4,975,000 RAISE grant to plan, design and construct improvements to the 4th Street and 88th Street NE crossings of Interstate 5.

$2 Million for Lynden’s Pepin Creek FASST Design Project – In January 2025, DOT awarded the City of Lynden a $2 million RAISE grant to complete planning for its project to relocate Pepin Creek, which runs in deep roadside ditches that overflow and flood the area during winter storms when large quantities of water flow across the U.S.-Canada border.

$19.5 Million for Skagit Transit’s Maintenance, Operations, and Administration Facility – In January 2025, DOT awarded Skagit Transit a $19.5 million RAISE grant for the agency to continue renovating its Maintenance, Operations, and Administration Facility in Burlington.

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Larsen Statement on Birthright Citizenship Ruling

Tue, 30 Jun 2026 04:00:00 GMT

Today, U.S. Representative Rick Larsen (WA-02) released the following statement:

“The Supreme Court today has affirmed what anyone who has read the Constitution knows: people born in the United States are U.S. citizens. Once again, the President’s attempt to shred the Constitution by Executive Order has failed.

“Thanks to the 14th amendment, birthright citizenship is a cornerstone of American history, culture and law. I stand with proud U.S. citizens in Northwest Washington and across America celebrating this decision.

“I will keep fighting to protect civil rights and defend the Constitution.”

Today, the U.S. Supreme Court struck down President Trump’s January 20, 2025, executive order directing U.S. agencies not to recognize the citizenship of children born in the United States if neither parent is an American citizen nor holds a green card.

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Larsen to Host Third COVID-19 Telephone Town Hall

Wed, 20 May 2020 20:00:00 GMT

EVERETT, WA - Today, Rep. Rick Larsen (WA-02) will host a live telephone town hall to discuss the COVID-19 pandemic with Second District residents. Suzan “Suzi” LeVine, Commissioner of the Washington Employment Security Department, will join Larsen to hear residents’ concerns and help answer questions about benefits available to Washingtonians suffering from the virus’ impacts.

Last month, Larsen hosted a COVID-19 telephone town hall with LeVine and Duane Fladland, Director of the Washington Small Business Development Center. This year, Larsen has held public forums in Mountlake Terrace, Sedro-Woolley, Bow, Clinton, Stanwood, Brier, Eastsound, Oak Harbor and Anacortes. In 2019, Larsen held twenty community forums across the Second District, including ten Community Coffees, six Veterans Forums and four Town Talks.

This telephone town hall is open to the public and the press. Please RSVP to Joseph Tutino at Joseph.Tutino@mail.house.gov.

Wednesday, May 20

Larsen will host live telephone town hall

Begins at 4:00 p.m. PDT

Dial in: 855.962.0954

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