MEDINA – Congresswoman Suzan DelBene (WA-01) today toured the new SR 520 Bridge project to get an update on progress and traffic issues affecting the Seattle-area.
“I’m pleased to see progress being made on this vital project. Too many of our nation’s roads and bridges are in dire need of overdue repair and maintenance,” DelBene said. “Congress needs… Read more »
Congresswoman Suzan DelBene (WA-01) today opposed a bill that would restrict government investments in science, technology and innovation based on partisan ideology. The bill makes specific cuts to programs designed to combat climate change, promote energy efficiency and spur renewable energy research and development.
“Through my work in the private sector and as an entrepreneur,… Read more »
Congresswoman Suzan DelBene (WA-01) today helped introduce the Therapeutic Fraud Prevention Act, the first federal bill aimed at preventing so-called “conversion therapy.”
“Americans who are lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender don’t need a ‘cure,’ they need equality under the law,” DelBene said. “This legislation is an important step… Read more »
Congresswoman Suzan DelBene (WA-01) voted today for a two-month stop-gap measure so that the Highway Trust Fund does not run out of money ahead of the busy road and bridge construction season.
“Across the nation, our infrastructure is facing a breaking point. An efficient and functioning infrastructure system is critical to the economy of the Washington's First District,”… Read more »
Congresswoman Suzan DelBene (WA-01) applauded House-passage of sweeping reforms to rein in government surveillance programs. DelBene also delivered a floor speech ahead of the vote.
“Bulk collection of American communications records is a gross violation of our civil liberties. I’m glad the House has finally taken action to meaningfully rein in the government’s… Read more »
Congresswoman Suzan DelBene (WA-01) opposed legislation that would ban abortions after 20 weeks of pregnancy, with no meaningful exemptions to protect a woman’s health. The bill (H.R. 36) passed the House by a vote of 242-184, and it now heads to the Senate for further consideration. DelBene’s floor speech, as prepared for delivery, follows:
“I rise in strong… Read more »
Today, Congresswoman Suzan DelBene (WA-01) applauded the Second Circuit’s unanimous ruling that the National Security Agency’s (NSA) bulk collection of phone records is illegal. The court found that the government’s interpretation of Section 215 of the PATRIOT Act to permit bulk collection of Americans’ phone records has been far beyond the scope of what the law… Read more »
TACOMA – Congresswoman Suzan DelBene (WA-01) today saw the Northwest Detention Center, where immigrants are held before deportation hearings.
“Our broken immigration system is hurting Washington state’s economy and families. Today far too many individuals, who pose no risk to the public’s safety, are being detained or face deportation, needlessly tearing them away… Read more »
MOUNT VERNON – Congresswoman Suzan DelBene (WA-01) today met with students at Skagit Valley College to discuss the financial challenges of getting a degree.
“Growing up, my parents struggled financially. But with student loans and financial aid, I was able to go to college and get a great education. It’s our responsibility to make sure students today have the same… Read more »
Congresswoman Suzan DelBene (WA-01) today released the following statement on the Department of Transportation’s (DOT) announcement on final rules for tank cars used to carry crude oil by rail.
“The Department of Transportation’s announcement is a long-awaited step, but more must be done to protect our constituents from the dangers associated with moving highly… Read more »
