Environment

DelBene Delivers $960,000 for Chinook Marsh Restoration Project

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Today, Congresswoman Suzan DelBene (WA-01) presented Snohomish County with a $960,000 ceremonial check that will support habitat restoration efforts in Chinook Marsh. DelBene secured the investment in the FY24 federal funding law. The project will restore 430 acres of tidal habitat and nearby drinking water lines. It will strengthen flood protection, restore recreational…

DelBene Highlights Eastside Heat Pump Program, Lowering Energy Bills for Residents

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Today, Congresswoman Suzan DelBene (WA-01) toured a residential facility participating in the Energy Smart Eastside program to see firsthand the impact of federally and state-subsidized heat pumps on local families and highlight how others can take advantage of these savings. Heat pumps offer an energy-efficient alternative to traditional heating and cooling systems. Installed in…

DelBene Announces $1.1 Million for Bothell Bridge Replacement Planning

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Today, Congresswoman Suzan DelBene (WA-01) announced that the City of Bothell is receiving $1.1 million from the U.S. Department of Transportation (USDOT) to plan for the replacement of the 102nd Ave. NE bridge over SR-522 and the Sammamish River. The 102nd Ave. NE bridge plays a critical role for seniors, first responders, and residents by providing access to services, emergency…

Pacific Northwest Receives $27.5M for New Hydrogen Hub

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Today, Congresswoman Suzan DelBene (WA-01) announced that the Pacific Northwest Hydrogen Association (PNWH2) has been awarded $27.5 million in initial federal investment. The hub is a collective of private sector, government, academic, research, and philanthropic entities across Washington, Oregon, and Montana, to accelerate clean hydrogen technology, production, and…

DelBene Delivers $850K for Woodinville Culvert Replacement Project

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Today, Congresswoman Suzan DelBene (WA-01) presented the City of Woodinville with a $850,000 ceremonial check to replace a culvert in Little Bear Creek that will support fish migration and habitat restoration. DelBene secured the investment in the Fiscal Year 2024 government funding law. The project will replace an undersized culvert that causes flooding and creates barriers to…

DelBene Delivers $960K for Redmond Water Pipe Replacement Project

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Today, Congresswoman Suzan DelBene (WA-01) presented the City of Redmond with a $960,000 check to replace an aging asbestos cement water pipe that has reached the end of its useful life. DelBene secured the investment in the FY24 federal funding law.  The City of Redmond has experienced 27 water main breaks in the last six years alone, which pose a significant risk to life and…

DelBene Announces $30 Million for Eastrail Expansion Projects in King County

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WASHINGTON, DC – Today, Congresswoman DelBene (WA-01) announced that our region will receive $30 million in federal grant funding for two Eastrail expansion projects in King County. These projects include $25 million for King County to complete the final gap in the southern portion of the Eastrail, and $5 million for the City of Woodinville to complete planning to expand the Eastrail…

DelBene Honors 10-Year Anniversary of Oso Landslide on House Floor

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Today, Congresswoman Suzan DelBene (WA-01) honored the memory of the 43 people who lost their lives in the tragic SR-530 Oso landslide a decade ago. In the aftermath of this devastating event, DelBene authored and was critical to passing the National Landslide Preparedness Act to help address key gaps in science and mapping critical to understanding and responding to landslide…

DelBene, Moulton Introduce Legislation to Invest in National High-Speed Rail

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Today, Representatives Suzan DelBene (WA-01) and Seth Moulton (MA-06) introduced legislation to invest $205 billion in a national high-speed rail system that would provide Americans with faster, cleaner travel options and create at least 2.6 million American jobs. This legislation comes on the heels of the Biden administration awarding a historic $8.2 billion for high-speed rail and…

DelBene Announces $26M for Conservation and Outdoor Recreation Programs

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Today, Congresswoman Suzan DelBene (WA-01) announced that Washington state will receive over $26 million in federal funding to support conservation efforts and connect people with nature. This funding comes through two U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service programs. The Wildlife Restoration Program provides funds to fish and wildlife agencies for projects to restore, conserve, manage, and…