Health

Reps. Suzan DelBene (WA-01) and Gene Green (TX-29) today introduced the Reducing Exposure to Asbestos Database (READ) Act to protect American families and workers from exposure to asbestos. “It’s unacceptable that so many Americans and their families suffer from contact with deadly asbestos. We can and must prevent exposure,” DelBene said. “My legislation will… Read more »

Congresswoman Suzan DelBene (WA-01) today wrote to insurance carriers with plans on the Washington state healthcare exchange, demanding clarity for women who inquire about what contraceptives are covered at no-cost under their healthcare plans. “I am writing to express my serious concern with recent reports that consumers are receiving inaccurate information regarding the coverage… Read more »

SEATTLE – Congresswoman Suzan DelBene (WA-01) today attended the groundbreaking of a new VA Puget Sound mental health and research center. “It’s our responsibility to serve and care for our veterans who bravely risked their lives and made painful sacrifices for our families and freedoms,” DelBene said. “The cost of war is high and too many veterans still… Read more »

Congresswoman Suzan DelBene (WA-01) released the following statement today after the House passed H.R. 2 to repeal the sustainable growth rate (SGR) formula and extend the Children’s Health Insurance Program (CHIP): “For too long, the SGR has threatened access to care for millions of our seniors and servicemembers. I voted for this bipartisan legislation because it… Read more »

Congresswoman Suzan DelBene (WA-01) released the following statement today, after the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) awarded grants to several tribes in Washington state. “I am pleased the EPA has awarded grants to three Washington state tribes – the Lummi Nation, the Upper Skagit Tribe, and the Swinomish Indian Tribal Community,” DelBene said. “Fishing is… Read more »

Congresswoman Suzan DelBene (WA-01) cosponsored with Senator Patty Murray (WA) and Congresswoman Rosa DeLauro (CT-03) a bill that helps working women and their families. The Healthy Families Act (H.R. 932) allows workers in businesses with more than 15 employees to earn up to seven paid sick days a year to recover from short-term illness, care for a sick family member, seek… Read more »

Rep. Suzan DelBene is proposing to widen eligibility for ObamaCare's small-business tax credit as a way to encourage more firms to offer health insurance. DelBene, a Democrat from Washington state, introduced legislation Thursday making businesses with up to 50 employees eligible for the tax credits. Currently, only firms with up to 25 workers are eligible. The bill would also lengthen… Read more »

Congresswoman Suzan DelBene (WA-01) introduced legislation today that expands tax credits for small businesses to make it more affordable to offer health insurance to their workers. Her bill is the companion to legislation introduced today by Senator Chris Coons from Delaware. Congressman Ron Kind (WI-03) and Congressman Frank Pallone (NJ-06) are also original cosponsors of the House… Read more »

Congresswoman Suzan DelBene (WA-01) argued today against the unnecessary and burdensome requirements that would deny asbestos victims their privacy and timely compensation. During a House Judiciary Subcommittee hearing on H.R. 526, the Furthering Asbestos Claim Transparency (FACT) Act, DelBene denounced the bill’s attack on victims and their families. “Unfortunately, the… Read more »

Dear Friend, As we start the 114th Congress, I’m eager to work with colleagues on both sides of the aisle to pass smart, bipartisan policy that will help grow our economy and support good-paying jobs. While there has been some economic relief, there is still much more work Congress should do to ensure that a strong, growing middle-class can thrive. I am committed to… Read more »