National Security

Congresswoman Suzan DelBene (WA-01) today defended the use of encryption to protect Americans’ privacy ahead of a House Judiciary Committee hearing on the topic. “Our first priority must always be keeping Americans safe and I believe we can find a balance between preserving one’s right to privacy and protecting our national security,” DelBene said. “As a… Read more »

Congresswoman Suzan DelBene (WA-01) today helped introduce a bill to create a Digital Security Commission bringing stakeholders together to develop recommendations for maintaining privacy and digital security. “All sides – including lawmakers, industry leaders, privacy advocates, security experts and law enforcement – need to come together to ensure we’re doing… Read more »

BOTHELL – Congresswoman Suzan DelBene (WA-01) today released the following statement on the government requiring a company to break their encryption: “My first priority is always keeping Americans safe. That’s why I believe it is important for people to understand that this court order is not about a single iPhone, case or company. It is about setting a precedent that… Read more »

Congresswoman Suzan DelBene (WA-01) today introduced bipartisan legislation aimed at ensuring National Guard members retain their health coverage when responding to state emergencies, such as landslides or earthquakes. “In the aftermath of the SR 530 landslide, highly trained members of the Washington National Guard did a tremendous job helping with search-and-rescue and… Read more »

Congresswoman Suzan DelBene (WA-01) today voted for the bipartisan Visa Waiver Program Improvement and Terrorist Travel Prevention Act (H.R. 158) in an effort to strengthen the screening process of foreigners visiting the United States after recent terrorist attacks. “The safety of Americans is my top priority and it is clear that ISIL poses a growing… Read more »

Congresswoman Suzan DelBene (WA-01) today cosponsored the bipartisan Denying Firearms and Explosives to Dangerous Terrorists Act (H.R.1076), which would close a loophole that has allowed more than 2,000 suspects on the FBI Terrorist Watchlist to buy guns. “I am first and foremost committed to protecting the lives of Americans. Rather than focusing on fear… Read more »

SEATTLE — Elected officials and community leaders from across Seattle and Washington State called for on citizens to reject fear and panic following weeks of harmful and discriminatory rhetoric aimed at refugees seeking resettlement in the United States. Citing Washington State’s long history of opening its doors and providing equal opportunity to those seeking a safe haven… Read more »

Congresswoman Suzan DelBene (WA-01) today introduced the Protecting Individuals From Mass Aerial Surveillance Act, which would require the federal government to obtain a warrant to conduct aerial surveillance in the United States. Reps. Donald Beyer (VA-08), Zoe Lofgren (CA-19), Earl Blumenauer (OR-03) and Ted Poe (TX-02), are original cosponsors of the bipartisan bill. “Just… Read more »

BOTHELL – Congresswoman Suzan DelBene (WA-01) today released the following statement on the international agreement reached by the P5+1 nations to prevent Iran from developing nuclear weapons: “I believe the United States should utilize peaceful solutions and focus on diplomatic efforts whenever possible to resolve international conflicts. With every negotiation, there is… Read more »

SEATTLE – Today, Congresswoman Suzan DelBene (WA-01) announced she will introduce legislation to ensure National Guard members who work in a certain status and their families retain health coverage when the member is temporarily ordered into State Active Duty to assist with a natural disaster, such as the SR 530 landslide. “Following last year’s tragic landslide, our… Read more »