Press Releases

Congresswoman Suzan DelBene (WA-01) today chided House Republicans for wasting even more taxpayer dollars on the harassment and intimidation of women’s healthcare providers and medical researchers. “It’s unfathomable that House Republicans are not only condoning the harassment and intimidation of people involved in life-saving medical research, but approving hundreds… Read more »

Congresswoman Suzan DelBene (WA-01) today issued the following statement after supporting passage of the 21st Century Cures Act, which now heads to the Senate before reaching the President’s desk: “This legislation is an important step toward spurring medical innovation, and I am pleased many of the critical investments I have championed were included in the compromise… Read more »

MILL CREEK – Congresswoman Suzan DelBene (WA-01) today marked Small Business Saturday by holiday shopping at locally-owned small businesses in Washington’s First District. “Growing up, my parents owned a toy store, so I know how important holiday shopping can be for a small retailer. Small Business Saturday is a great opportunity to show our support for local… Read more »

REDMOND – Congresswoman Suzan DelBene (WA-01) today condemned the vandalism of a Redmond mosque. “This hateful act of vandalism doesn’t reflect the inclusive values of the First District and our country.” DelBene said. “I’m deeply saddened that members of our community are experiencing fear and intimidation at their place of worship. We must reject… Read more »

Congresswoman Suzan DelBene (WA-01) introduced the No Religious Registry Act (H.R. 6382) to ensure individuals of all faiths are protected from the establishment of a national religious registry. “President-elect Donald Trump is breaking his promise to be a President for all Americans by supporting the creation of a Muslim registry. This kind of xenophobic and hateful rhetoric has… Read more »

Congresswoman Suzan DelBene (WA-01) today blasted House Republicans for wasting even more taxpayer dollars on the harassment and intimidation of women’s healthcare providers and medical researchers. “Instead of conducting a fair and fact-based investigation, the Select Panel has wasted hundreds of thousands of taxpayer dollars to harass, intimidate and threaten people who… Read more »

Today, Congresswoman Suzan DelBene (WA-01) led more than 160 House members in urging the House Appropriations Committee to fund the National Institutes of Health (NIH) at no less than $34 billion in any forthcoming appropriations legislation. The bipartisan letter was co-led by Reps. David McKinley (WV-01), Chris Van Hollen (MD-08) and Peter King (NY-02). “On a bipartisan basis,… Read more »

MONROE – Congresswoman Suzan DelBene (WA-01) today visited a local elementary school classroom, as part of the Choose My Plate program to teach students about the variety of healthy foods grown nearby. DelBene spoke with two fourth grade classrooms about the importance of eating local, healthy foods. “We are fortunate in the First District to have farmers who grow some of… Read more »

BOTHELL – Congresswoman Suzan DelBene (WA-01) today hosted the third annual First Congressional District career fair at University of Washington Bothell. “My top priority in Congress is helping to create good-paying jobs and build the foundation for long-term economic growth. Despite lower unemployment rates nationally, too many working families are still struggling to make… Read more »

REDMOND – Congresswoman Suzan DelBene (WA-01) today held her first Veterans Advisory Board meeting to hear from local veterans about ways the federal government can better serve them. “Too many veterans continue to face challenges like homelessness, unemployment and barriers to healthcare after they return from service. It’s our nation’s responsibility to serve… Read more »