Press Releases

Today, Congressional Kidney Caucus Co-Chairs Suzan DelBene (WA-01) and Larry Bucshon, M.D. (IN-08) led a bipartisan group of 44 members of Congress urging federal health regulators to develop a screening recommendation for people at high risk of chronic kidney disease (CKD). CKD is the 10th leading cause of death in the United States and significantly increases the risk of cardiovascular… Read more »

Today, Congresswoman Suzan DelBene (WA-01) presented the City of Kenmore with a $1.3 million ceremonial check to support fish migration and habitat restoration efforts. DelBene secured the investment in the FY24 federal funding package. The Swamp Creek Tributary Culvert Replacement Project will replace a culvert that is currently blocking the passage of migrating salmon and… Read more »

Today, Congresswoman Suzan DelBene (WA-01) presented the City of Mountlake Terrace with an $850,000 check to complete Phase Two of its Main Street revitalization project. DelBene secured the investment in the FY24 federal funding package. She also joined local officials and community leaders to discuss the city’s vision for improving the quality of life for city residents and… Read more »

Today, Congresswoman Suzan DelBene (WA-01) nominated 15 community projects in Washington’s 1st Congressional District for dedicated Fiscal Year 2025 (FY25) funding. The projects, totaling nearly $40 million, include road and trail upgrades, water infrastructure projects, and public safety improvements. “The 15 local projects that I’m submitting today for dedicated investment in the… Read more »

Today, Congresswoman Suzan DelBene (WA-01) released the following statement after the House of Representatives passed bipartisan legislation to reauthorize the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) and update key air travel policies that include several provisions DelBene championed. “This legislation is a great step forward in guiding the aviation industry towards a cleaner and more… Read more »

Today, Congresswoman Suzan DelBene (WA-01) introduced legislation to boost participation in apprenticeship programs by creating exemptions for apprenticeship income from Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF) eligibility criteria. Registered apprenticeships are a proven path to good-paying jobs and financial stability. However, many apprenticeship programs involve classroom… Read more »

Today, the U.S. House of Representatives voted overwhelmingly to reauthorize Congresswoman Suzan DelBene’s (WA-01) National Landslide Preparedness Act. This bipartisan law is addressing gaps in science and mapping that are critical for understanding and responding to landslide hazards. The landslide law is currently set to expire in September. The House Natural Resources Committee… Read more »

Today, Congresswoman Suzan DelBene (WA-01) announced Eileen Wang, a high school freshman from Bellevue, as the winner of the 2024 Congressional Art Competition for Washington’s 1st Congressional District. Eileen’s oil painting, “Retrograde” will be displayed in the U.S. Capitol for one year. Winning artist, Eileen (left), and Congresswoman DelBene (right) “The Congressional Art… Read more »

Today, Congresswoman Suzan DelBene (WA-01) issued the following statement after voting for the House’s bipartisan national security funding bill: “At long last, the House finally broke through extreme Republicans’ blockade on America’s national security and humanitarian objectives. Our allies continue to face rising threats & our inaction only emboldens Putin & other… Read more »

Today, the House Natural Resources Committee approved bipartisan legislation Congresswoman Suzan DelBene (WA-01) recently introduced to extend critical landslide prevention programs. The legislation was approved unanimously by the committee and now awaits action on the House floor. Since 2021, the National Landslide Preparedness Act has been instrumental in saving lives, protecting… Read more »