Randall, Casar, Norton Introduce Bill to Prevent FAFSA Data From Being Used for Immigration Enforcement
students regardless of their financial need or family background.” The full bill text is available HERE
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Cantwell Releases Bipartisan Bill to Stabilize College Sports, Protect Athletes & Expand Revenue Sharing
roster management, NIL activity, or game-planning functions. Background on Sen. Cantwell’s Work on College Sports
Jayapal, Krishnamoorthi, Lieu Introduce Resolution Condemning Trump’s Racist Rhetoric Targeting Indian and Chinese Americans
resolution also reaffirms that immigrants of all backgrounds are vital to the strength and future of the United
Jayapal, Hirono Introduce Legislation to Ensure AANHPI Students are Accounted for in Schools
diverse communities and recognize the differences in their backgrounds, experiences, and challenges faced. By disaggregating AANHPI student data
Congresswoman Schrier Joins Colleagues to Advance Bipartisan Farm Bill
they need to continue to feed our country.” BACKGROUND: The Farm Bill was enacted into
Newhouse Applauds House Passage of the Farm Bill
swiftly so we can deliver for Rural America." Background The Farm, Food, and National Security
House Passes Newhouse/Daines Bill to Build More Hydro, Heads to President's Desk
House,” said Senator Steve Daines (R-MT). Background Rep. Newhouse introduced the " Build More Hydro " bill as companion
Strickland Introduces Bill Addressing Toxic Chemical Killing Pacific Northwest Salmon
6PPD work. Read the full bill text here. Background: For decades, biologists observed coho salmon dying from mysterious
Strickland Introduces Bill Addressing Toxic Chemical Killing Pacific Northwest Salmon
6PPD work. Read the full bill text here. Background: For decades, biologists observed coho salmon dying from mysterious
ICYMI: Senator Murray Tours Renton Technical College, Highlights Importance of Investing in Workforce Training and Career and Technical Education
student services programs for individuals from disadvantaged backgrounds. TRIO includes eight programs targeted to serve and assist
In Letter, Murray, Cantwell Express Concern Over Proposed Student Loan Limits and Classification of Professional Degrees
students regardless of their socioeconomic status or background, especially for those pursuing graduate or professional training in essential … students regardless of their socioeconomic status or background, especially for those pursuing graduate or professional training in essential
Congressman Adam Smith statement on the ROTOR Act
public and prevent another catastrophic loss of life." BACKGROUND: Link to the text of the ROTOR Act. ### Issues
Murray, Padilla, Sanders Lead Senate Democrats in Demanding Department of Education Reverse its Decision to End Federal Funding for Minority-Serving Institutions
millions of students of all ethnicities and backgrounds by cutting off discretionary and mandatory funding. “This decision … adequately serve the students they enroll of all backgrounds. In addition to Senators Murray, Padilla, and Sanders
DelBene on Trump Tariff Vote: “Republicans knew all along these tariffs were hurting their constituents”
Senate must now take up this measure.” Background DelBene led the initial resolution to force the vote
Newhouse Introduces Legislation to Support New Organic Producers
required to meet all other organic certification requirements. Background The three-year organic transition period refers
Newhouse Votes to Advance Government Funding Package
most important national security agencies." Background On January 14, the House of Representatives passed H.R. 7006, the Fiscal
Trump Cuts Lose; Larsen and Congress Fund Jobs, Education and Health Care
billion for TRIO, which help students from disadvantaged backgrounds access higher education; $12.4 billion for Impact Aid, which
WHAT They’re Saying: $6,316,000 for Local Washington Ninth District Community Projects Passes House and Senate
make our city safe for everyone of every background, and this work is essential to that vision.” — Katie … will enable such a response.” — Purpose Dignity Action Background Community Project Funding allows Members of Congress to direct
Newhouse Introduces Legislation to Protect Public Lands from Foreign Adversaries
Service, and the Bureau of Ocean Energy Management. Background In July 2025, a Memorandum of Understanding between
In Wake of Recent Natural Disasters, Cantwell Introduces Bipartisan Legislation Enabling Utilities to Invest in System Upgrades
cosponsored by U.S. Senator Lindsey Graham (R-SC). Background on the Disaster Zone Energy Affordability and Investment
Larsen and House Democrats Demand that the Trump Administration Restore TPS for Venezuelans
abiding Venezuelan families, who passed criminal background checks, earned work permits, and paid fees and taxes. Hundreds
Senator Murray, Colleagues Demand Answers on Harms of Diverting Federal Agents for Immigration Enforcement
majority of immigrants arrested have no criminal background, many agents across the federal government have been pulled
Jayapal, Fletcher Demand Answers as Trump Cancels Immigration Applications, Citizenship Ceremonies
when the pause will be lifted, any new background and security checks that are being
Monopoly Busters Caucus Chairs Call for an Investigation into Instacart’s Personalized Price Gouging
ensure that everyone pays a fair price.” Background Instacart’s pricing tactics are detailed in a new report
Murray, Colleagues Urge Trump Administration to End Staffing Crisis at Fish and Wildlife Service, Warn of Harms to Ecosystems and Public Lands
needed to fulfill their missions. “Americans of all backgrounds love their public lands, and protecting wildlife refuges … under the agency’s care. Americans of all backgrounds love their public lands, and protecting wildlife refuges