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 Rep. Larsen. “Congratul... 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 producers in... 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 creating a health ... 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 hospitals like Island ... 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 Democrat on th... 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 »
Today, Rep. Rick Larsen (WA-02) released the following statement: “In word and in action, the United States must continue to stand with Ukraine. I don’t care what President Trump says – Putin started this war and yesterday's meeting was not in the U.S. national interest. Trump is rewarding Putin for the war he started and his continued attacks on civilians. "The crisis is not over until Ukrainians... Read More »
U.S. Representative Rick Larsen (D, WA-02) and U.S. Senator Patty Murray (D-WA) led Washington state’s Democratic Congressional delegation - Senator Maria Cantwell (D-WA) and Representatives Suzan DelBene (D, WA-01), Marie Gluesenkamp Perez (D, WA-03), Emily Randall (D, WA-06), Pramila Jayapal (D, WA-07), Kim Schrier (D, WA-08), Adam Smith (D, WA-09), and Marilyn Strickland (D, WA-10) - in a recen... Read More »
Today, Rep. Rick Larsen (WA-02) released the following statement: "The United States and its partners must work together to promote the security and safety of the Israeli and Palestinian people. Continued U.S. leadership is important to secure a lasting peace. "I joined Rep. Sean Casten (IL-06) and more than 90 House Democrats in demanding oversight into the Gaza Humanitarian Foundation (GHF), an ... Read More »
Last week, Rep. Rick Larsen (WA-02) hosted a roundtable with seven Northwest Washington state community members about how the Medicaid cuts in Republicans’ Big Ugly Law will impact their families. You can watch a recording of the roundtable HERE. “We’re talking about friends and neighbors who will be losing health care, not other people,” said Rep. Larsen in his opening remarks. “This treatment is... Read More »
More than 600 people in Northwest Washington state used Representative Rick Larsen’s ‘share your story’ webpage to tell Rep. Larsen how Republicans’ Big Ugly Law will impact them. Rep. Rick Larsen announced the webpage Saturday, July 26th, at Snohomish County Indivisible’s “Families First” rally. 30% of responses are from Snohomish County residents, 29% are from Whatcom County residents, 19% are ... Read More »
Today, Representatives Rick Larsen (D, WA-02) and Sara Jacobs (D, CA-51), along with U.S. Senators Patty Murray (D-WA), Tammy Duckworth (D-IL), Cory Booker (D-NJ), and Chuck Schumer (D-NY) reintroduced their Veteran Families Health Services Act of 2025. This comprehensive legislation would expand the fertility treatments and family-building services that are covered under servicemembers’ and veter... Read More »
Today, Representative Rick Larsen (WA-02) released the following statement: “President Trump’s unnecessary trade war with Canada is hurting families and businesses in Northwest Washington state. As of last month, Canadian travelers from B.C. to Washington state via Whatcom County have decreased by 43% compared to 2024. According to customer data from Canada's largest community credit union, online... Read More »
Today, Rep. Rick Larsen (WA-02) released the following statement: "I’m glad to hear that the Department of Transportation (DOT) will consider Island Transit’s request to use their hydrogen bus grant dollars on hybrid buses, which are a better fit for the local infrastructure. Local transit agencies know how to best serve their communities, and allowing this change will improve transportation in a ... Read More »
Today, Rep. Rick Larsen (WA-02) announced a ‘share your story’ webpage where community members can tell him directly how Republicans’ Big Ugly Law will impact their lives: larsen.house.gov/shareyourstory Rep. Larsen announced this webpage during his speech at Snohomish County Indivisible’s “Families First” rally. A recording of his remarks is available here, and below is an excerpt: "The Republica... Read More »
