Press Releases

Congresswoman Suzan DelBene (WA-01) issued the following statement regarding the House Agriculture Subcommittee on Conservation and Forestry hearing on the 2015 fire season and long-term trends: “I’m very pleased that the subcommittee has called this hearing, though I think it’s long overdue. This is the first hearing solely on wildfires in more than a decade. This… Read more »

Congresswoman Suzan DelBene (WA-01) today issued the following statement after Congress failed to reauthorize the Land and Water Conservation Fund (LWCF) before it expired: “It is simply irresponsible to end a program that supports environmental conservation projects and preserves our natural resources for future generations at no cost to taxpayers,” DelBene… Read more »

Congresswoman Suzan DelBene (WA-01) today issued the following statement after Congress passed a short-term continuing resolution to fund the federal government through Dec. 11: “While I’m glad we averted another government shutdown, I’m deeply disappointed that congressional leaders settled on a resolution that simply sets up another potential crisis in two… Read more »

Congresswoman Suzan DelBene (WA-01) today welcomed Washington State University’s Jim Moyer to testify at a hearing of the House Agriculture Subcommittee on Biotechnology, Horticulture and Research highlighting innovative research being done at land grant universities. “I am happy that Dr. Jim Moyer from Washington State University was here today to share his perspective and… Read more »

Congresswoman Suzan DelBene (WA-01) today fought the latest Republican attempt to limit women’s access to healthcare services. The House voted 236-193 to allow states to exclude medical providers from Medicaid if they also perform abortions. DelBene’s speech, as prepared for delivery is below: “Here we go again. Just 10 days ago, the House took a vote to attack… Read more »

Congresswoman Suzan DelBene (WA-01) signed onto a letter urging House leaders to reauthorize the Land and Water Conservation Fund (LWCF) before it expires on Sept. 30. “The LWCF is crucial for protecting the beautiful Pacific Northwest, and is important to our economy. Outdoor recreation supports more than 200,000 jobs in our state and contributes $20 billion a year to Washington… Read more »

Congresswoman Suzan DelBene (WA-01) today released the following statement after the address of the Bishop of Rome and Sovereign of the Vatican City, Pope Francis. “I agree that Congress must take action on many of the issues Pope Francis addressed today – immigration reform, climate change and the need to help those who are struggling. Communities of faith have been… Read more »

Congresswoman Suzan DelBene (WA-01) today fought the latest Republican attempt to defund Planned Parenthood through a one-year moratorium. The House passed the Defund Planned Parenthood Act in a 241-187 vote, sending it to the Senate. DelBene’s speech, as prepared for delivery, is below: “This feels like déjà vu. Once again, the House is ignoring the challenges… Read more »

Congresswoman Suzan DelBene (WA-01) today delivered remarks on the House floor calling on Congress to reauthorize the Land Water Conservation Fund (LWCF) before it expires. A video of DelBene’s speech can be found here. At the end of September, the congressional authorization for the LWCF will expire. Since it was established in 1965, the LWCF has invested $637 million in… Read more »

Congresswoman Suzan DelBene (WA-01) today signed onto a letter urging Speaker John Boehner (OH-08) to keep the House of Representatives in session until a deal is reached to avert a government shutdown. “The American people expect Congress to be working on smart solutions to spur job growth and build an economy that works for everyone. That means crafting a budget that makes… Read more »