Press Releases

Congresswoman Suzan DelBene (WA-01) today led a bipartisan group of twenty Members in urging Canada to finally commit to open its markets to more dairy imports as talks over the trade agreement draw to a close. They sent a letter to the Canadian Ambassador to the United States outlining their position following a productive meeting with the U.S. Trade Representative on… Read more »

Today, Congresswoman Suzan DelBene (WA-01) received the Friend of the National Parks Award from the nonpartisan National Parks Conservation Association (NPCA). This award recognizes DelBene’s votes during the 113th Congress which contributed to the protection and enhancement of America’s national parks. “I am truly grateful to be among those recognized by the National… Read more »

Congresswoman Suzan DelBene (WA-01) issued the following statement today on the 50th anniversary of the Older Americans Act (OAA): “Fifty years ago, Congress enacted the Older Americans Act — a landmark achievement that has provided our nation’s seniors with vital assistance for the costs of food, nursing care and other support services. As we commemorate the 50th… Read more »

Today, U.S. Senator Patty Murray, Congresswoman Suzan DelBene, Governor Jay Inslee, and leaders from major conservation organizations, local STEM education programs and the community of Darrington announced the formation of a new partnership called the Darrington Collaborative. The goal of the group is to bring together a variety of interests, including those of the local timber industry… Read more »

Today, Congresswoman Suzan DelBene (WA-01) voted against House leaders’ proposed reauthorization of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA). ESEA, also known as No Child Left Behind (NCLB), has not been updated for nearly 15 years. More than 20 Republicans joined with every Democrat in the House to oppose H.R. 5, which passed the House by 218-213. The measure… Read more »

Congresswoman Suzan DelBene (WA-01) issued the following statement today after one person was killed and several others injured in the partial collapse of the Big Four Ice Caves in the Mount Baker-Snoqualmie National Forest: “My thoughts and prayers are with the families and friends of the victims of the ice cave collapse. My heart sank when I heard about the collapse in the Mount… Read more »

MOUNT VERNON – Congresswoman Suzan DelBene (WA-01) today heard from some of Washington’s First District immigrants about the need for immigration reform. “For too long, Congress has ignored taking meaningful action to address our broken immigration system. As a result, we have a deeply flawed system that is not working for our communities, businesses, immigrants or… Read more »

Congresswoman Suzan DelBene (WA-01) issued a statement today following the expiration of the charter for the Export-Import (Ex-Im) Bank: “The expiration of the Export-Import Bank hurts hundreds of small-and-middle-market businesses in Washington state,” DelBene said. “Washington state exports some of the world’s best products, including airplanes, software, wine,… Read more »

Today, Congresswoman Suzan DelBene (WA-01) praised the long-overdue U.S. Supreme Court decision that same-sex couples have a constitutional right to marry. “This is a landmark ruling that puts the United States on the right side of history and makes a meaningful difference in the lives of millions of Americans,” DelBene said. “I’m pleased the Court recognized… Read more »

Congresswoman Suzan DelBene (WA-01), Congressman Rick Larsen (WA-02) and Senators Patty Murray and Maria Cantwell (WA) today applauded the Federal Emergency Management Agency’s (FEMA) announcement of an additional $7.6 million in grants for recovery efforts, including removal of debris deposited in the wake of flooding and mudslides that occurred in March and April last… Read more »