Larsen Votes No on Republican Amendment to Limit Funds for Humanitarian Efforts; Israel

Voted against Republican amendment prohibiting humanitarian and diplomatic funding related to Israel.

“I continue to support humanitarian aid to Palestinians, a ceasefire, reconstruction in Gaza and a two-state solution where Israel and a Palestinian state exist securely side-by-side.”

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Larsen Statement on President Trump’s Refusal to Sign Legislation to Make Housing More Affordable

Criticized President Trump for refusing to sign bipartisan housing affordability bill.

“There is much more work to do. I will remain focused on practical solutions that lower housing costs and make homeownership more attainable in Northwest Washington.”

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Larsen, Gluesenkamp Perez Applaud Important Milestone in I-5 Bridge Replacement Project

Celebrated I-5 Bridge Replacement project reaching environmental review completion milestone.

“Today, the I-5 Bridge Replacement project reached an important milestone, bringing it closer to completion”

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Larsen Releases Statement on the Passing of Paul Roberts

Released statement honoring Paul Roberts, longtime Everett public servant and environmental advocate.

“Paul Roberts was instrumental in making Everett the city it is today. Paul was one of the kindest, most dedicated and hardworking people I have ever known.”

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Larsen Announces $23.5 Million for the Port of Bellingham

Announced $23.5 million federal grant for Port of Bellingham infrastructure and maritime projects.

“This funding is great news for the Port of Bellingham and Northwest Washington’s entire economy”

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Larsen to Trump Admin: Continue USMCA Trade Deal to Create Jobs and Lower Prices

Urged Trump administration to continue USMCA trade agreement to create jobs.

“Continuing the USMCA deal will lower costs and create jobs in our communities by restabilizing the economic relationship between the U.S. and two of our largest trading partners”

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Larsen Statement on Birthright Citizenship Ruling

Praised Supreme Court decision affirming birthright citizenship and rejecting Trump executive order.

“I will keep fighting to protect civil rights and defend the Constitution.”

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Larsen Introduces Bipartisan Legislation to Support Point Roberts and Pene-Exclave Communities

Introduced bipartisan EXCLAVE Act to ensure federal rulemaking considers exclave communities.

“People in Point Roberts must cross the U.S.-Canada border to go to work, attend school, receive medical care and access veterinary services”

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Larsen Votes to Make Housing More Affordable in Northwest Washington

Voted for 21st Century ROAD to Housing Act to increase supply and lower housing costs.

“Too many families in Northwest Washington struggle to afford skyrocketing rent and don’t know if they will ever be able to own a home of their own”

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Larsen Cheers Trump Administration Backing Off Plan to End Key Ocean Monitoring Initiative

Praised Trump administration for reversing plan to dismantle Ocean Observatories Initiative ocean monitoring system.

“I will continue fighting to protect marine habitats, prevent climate change and invest in clean energy and sustainable infrastructure.”

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Larsen Votes No on Funding ICE without Guardrails

Voted against $70 billion ICE and CBP funding bill lacking oversight guardrails.

“I proposed amendments to instead spend these dollars helping families recover from natural disasters, growing the local economy, supporting veterans and their families, helping local law enforcement fight drug trafficking and educating students with disabilities. Republicans blocked every one of these amendments.”

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Larsen Statement on Bill Reforming Library of Congress

Larsen opposed Trump's firing of Librarian of Congress, backed reform legislation.

“I have always stood up for libraries and the books that challenge us to be better. I will keep fighting to keep Trump from undermining libraries and the education and freedom they support.”

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Larsen’s Bill to Reauthorize Northwest Straits Commission Passes House

Bill to reauthorize Northwest Straits Commission passed House on 374-49 vote.

“The Commission’s bottom-up approach has ensured that local communities have the resources and expertise they need to keep marine habitats healthy and recover endangered and threatened species, including Southern Resident Killer Whales and salmon”

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Larsen Announces 2026 Congressional App Challenge

Announced 2026 Congressional App Challenge for high school and middle school students in district.

“The Congressional App Challenge is an opportunity for students to sharpen and show off their coding skills”

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Larsen Supports Completing Light Rail Spine from Everett to Tacoma

Sent letter supporting completion of light rail spine from Everett to Tacoma.

“Completing the spine is critical to creating jobs, providing more affordable transportation options, expanding equitable access to transit and promoting regional connectivity”

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Larsen Announces Winner of 2026 Congressional Art Competition

Announced winner of 2026 Congressional Art Competition from district.

“Jasper's bombastic approach to forced separation was both technically excellent and viscerally disturbing and we hope he continues his focused efforts to make art that asks questions. As a military town, OHHS arts remains appreciative of the congressional opportunity and committed to art in government spaces.”

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Larsen’s Bipartisan Bill Invests $580 Billion in Job-Creating Infrastructure

Announced BUILD America 250 Act passed committee with $580 billion in infrastructure investment.

“The BUILD America 250 Act will employ women and men in my district building roads, bridges, highways, transit, culverts and more.”

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Larsen Introduces Bill to Expand Rural Health Care Access for Tribes, Military Families

Introduced bill to expand Critical Access Hospital designation for rural hospitals.

“As health care costs continue to rise, rural hospitals that provide care for local servicemembers, like Island Health in Anacortes, are struggling to maintain their current operations”

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Larsen Fights Against Trump’s Corrupt Slush Fund

Criticized Trump administration's proposed payments to January 6th defendants and criminals.

“While families struggle to put food on their tables and gas in their cars, the President wants to hand out taxpayer dollars to domestic terrorists who attacked police officers on January 6th and other criminals. This out-in-the-open corruption is shameful.”

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Larsen Condemns Trump’s Corrupt Settlement

Criticized Trump's DOJ settlement removing IRS penalties and barring future audits.

“The President’s efforts to cover up his illegal business practices and make himself immune from future IRS audits will fail. No one is above the law. The President will pay the taxes he legally owes.”

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Larsen Fights to Make Housing More Affordable in Northwest Washington

Voted for bipartisan housing bill to expand affordable housing and reduce regulatory barriers.

“Families in Northwest Washington are struggling to afford their skyrocketing rent and don’t know if they will ever be able to buy a house of their own”

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Larsen Condemns San Diego Shooting at Mosque

Condemned shooting at Islamic Center of San Diego.

“My thoughts are with the families of the people killed at the Islamic Center of San Diego. I reject hate and violence, and I stand with Muslim communities in Northwest Washington as they mourn this tragedy.”

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Larsen Releases Statement on Today's Votes

Announced absence from votes due to family commitment.

“I missed votes today for an important family commitment. I will be present and voting when the House returns to session next week.”

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WA Legislators Introduce Bipartisan Bill to Expand Funding for Local Drug Task Forces to Combat Opioids

Introduced bipartisan bill to establish dedicated federal funding for multi-jurisdictional drug task forces combating opioids.

“We have made progress in the fight against the opioid epidemic in recent years, but there is more work to be done”

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Larsen Honors Law Enforcement During National Police Week, Fights to Expand Funding to Combat Opioid Epidemic

Introduced bill to expand federal funding for multi-jurisdictional drug task forces combating opioid trafficking.

“Local police officers on the front lines of the opioid epidemic deserve dedicated federal funding to support their critical work. I introduced legislation today to give multi-jurisdictional law enforcement task forces the support they need to keep up the momentum in the fight against opioids.”

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