Education

Dear Friend, Throughout the past month, I had the opportunity to travel across the First District, meeting and talking with many constituents to discuss their concerns and priorities. Read more »

Dear Friend, Education has always been the cornerstone of the American dream, opening the door to college, careers, and economic opportunity. But today, federal education policy remains woefully outdated and needs to better support our students and educators. Read more »

Today, Congresswoman Suzan DelBene (WA-01) voted against House leaders’ proposed reauthorization of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA). ESEA, also known as No Child Left Behind (NCLB), has not been updated for nearly 15 years. More than 20 Republicans joined with every Democrat in the House to oppose H.R. 5, which passed the House by 218-213. The measure… Read more »

Congresswoman Suzan DelBene (WA-01) issued the following statement today after the passing of Washington State University President Elson S. Floyd: “Today is a sad day for the whole State of Washington. President Floyd’s leadership made Washington State University a leading research institution and he shepherded the university through tough financial times, securing… Read more »

Today, Reps. Rick Larsen, WA-02, Mike Coffman, CO-06, and Suzan DelBene, WA-01, introduced a bill to help pay for improved security measures in schools, such as training for staff and students, and deterrents like lighting and locks. The School Safety Act of 2015 would reauthorize the Secure Our Schools program, which provides matching grants to local, state and tribal governments to meet… Read more »

Skagit Valley College students and staff meet with Congresswoman Suzan DelBene to discuss college affordability issues. MOUNT VERNON, Wash.  – Congresswoman Suzan DelBene (WA-01) recently met with Skagit Valley College students to discuss the financial challenges of getting a degree. “Growing up, my parents struggled financially. But with student loans and… Read more »

Dear Friend, The costs of higher education continue to rise, posing serious challenges to millions of students and their families – many of whom are being forced to take out larger loans to pay for tuition, fees, textbooks and housing. That’s why one of my top priorities in Congress is working to provide relief for borrowers who are struggling under the weight of student… Read more »

MOUNT VERNON – Congresswoman Suzan DelBene (WA-01) today met with students at Skagit Valley College to discuss the financial challenges of getting a degree. “Growing up, my parents struggled financially. But with student loans and financial aid, I was able to go to college and get a great education. It’s our responsibility to make sure students today have the same… Read more »

Congresswoman Suzan DelBene (WA-01) introduced bipartisan legislation today to help college students save money on textbooks by encouraging the use of low-cost or free digital course materials in higher education. “An often overlooked driver of the rising cost of college is textbooks and supplies. In addition to tackling tuition hikes and burdensome student loan debt, we must find… Read more »

REDMOND – Congresswoman Suzan DelBene (WA-01) announced that Kaylie Nawaa of Glacier Peak High School in Snohomish won the 2015 Congressional Art Competition for Washington’s First District. DelBene joined local students, families and friends at a reception honoring all the participants who submitted artwork for the competition. Nawaa won with her piece, “Little… Read more »