Today, Representatives Suzan DelBene (WA-01), Darin LaHood (IL-16), Kim Schrier, MD (WA-08), Brad Wenstrup (OH-02), Earl Blumenauer (OR-03), and Larry Bucshon, MD (IN-08) introduced a bipartisan bill that would make commonsense changes to Medicare’s Alternative Payment Models (APMs) program to incentivize greater participation in value-based health programs. The Value in Health Care Act… Read more »
Today, Congresswoman Suzan DelBene (WA-01) pushed to protect cancer patients from Republicans’ efforts to cut Medicare payments to leading cancer centers around the country. DelBene offered an amendment during a Ways & Means committee markup that would exempt dedicated cancer centers, which treat patients with some of the most serious cancer diagnoses and perform cutting-edge research… Read more »
Representatives Suzan DelBene (WA-01), Mike Kelly (PA-16), Larry Bucshon, MD (IN-08), and Ami Bera, MD (CA-06), released the following statement on efforts to modernize and streamline prior authorization following today’s Ways & Means markup.
“The ‘Improving Seniors’ Timely Access to Care Act’ continues to gain momentum in the 118th Congress following unanimous passage in the U.S.… Read more »
Today, Congresswomen Suzan DelBene (WA-01) and Claudia Tenney (NY-24) introduced the Community News and Small Business Support Act, bipartisan legislation that would support jobs in local newsrooms, strengthen small businesses, and increase access to hometown information.
While local newspapers are a cornerstone of many communities, they are on the decline nationwide. Since 2004,… Read more »
Today, Congresswoman Suzan DelBene (WA-01) celebrated House passage of bipartisan legislation to reauthorize the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) that includes provisions she championed to decarbonize the aviation industry through greater adoption of hydrogen-powered aircraft.
“Transportation is responsible for one-third of U.S. greenhouse gas emissions, making transitioning to… Read more »
Today, Congresswoman Suzan DelBene (WA-01) presented the City of Bothell with a $741,000 check for a backup generator at its Emergency Coordination Center. DelBene secured the investment in the FY23 federal funding package.
Bothell's Emergency Coordination Center plays a crucial role in protecting local infrastructure and supporting the community during emergencies. The… Read more »
Today, Congresswoman Suzan DelBene (WA-01) released the following statement on the U.S. Supreme Court’s decision striking down the consideration of race in college admissions.
“Allowing colleges and universities to consider race as one of many factors in the admissions process has opened doors for those who have historically been excluded while also enriching the college experience… Read more »
Today, Congresswoman Suzan DelBene (WA-01) is urging immediate action to ensure the safety of Tokitae – also known as Lolita – the world’s oldest captive orca who has lived at the Miami Seaquarium since she was captured from the Puget Sound in 1970.
“We urge you to expeditiously explore all available options, in both the short-term and long-term, to ensure Tokitae’s safety,” the… Read more »
Today, Congresswoman Suzan DelBene (WA-01) led lawmakers in introducing a resolution to officially declare June 26 as a national “Equality Day.” The resolution commemorates the anniversary of three historic Supreme Court victories that have played a pivotal role in advancing LGBTQ+ equality.
Over the past two decades, the Supreme Court has handed down three landmark decisions on… Read more »
Today, Congresswoman Suzan DelBene (WA-01) announced that King County Metro Transit will receive $33.5 million to buy approximately 30 battery-powered electric buses and associated charging equipment and train workers to maintain the electric fleet.
This funding comes from the bipartisan infrastructure law and will convert 27 bus routes that serve low-income communities and expand the… Read more »
