Rick Larsen

Larsen’s Water Resources Bill Clears Committee Hurdle This week, U.S. Representative Rick Larsen (WA-02)’s Water Resources Development Act of 2026 (WRDA 2026) passed out of the House Transportation and Infrastructure Committee by a unanimous vote of 66-0. The bipartisan, biennial bill protects…

Larsen Votes No on Cutting Veterans’ Benefits and Increasing Fees Today, U.S. Representative Rick Larsen (WA-02) released the following statement: "The so-called Take Care of America’s Veterans Act cuts benefits and raises fees on future veterans. I cannot support that. Congress should be focused…

Larsen Releases Statement on Trump’s Election Speech Today, Representative Rick Larsen released the following statement: “The President’s speech tonight should be about lowering costs and creating jobs. Instead, he will continue spreading lies about American elections. The truth is simple: Donald…

Larsen Demands Independent Investigations into Killings of Lorenzo Salgado Araujo, Johan Sebastian Guerrero This week, U.S. Representative Rick Larsen (WA-02) joined nearly 200 House Democrats in calling for independent investigations into Lorenzo Salgado Araujo and Johan Sebastian Guerrero’s…

Larsen Votes No on Republican Amendment to Limit Funds for Humanitarian Efforts; Israel Today, Representative Rick Larsen (WA-02) released the following statement: “I voted “no” on a Republican amendment that would have prohibited any diplomatic, humanitarian, development or security funding…

Larsen Statement on President Trump’s Refusal to Sign Legislation to Make Housing More Affordable Today, U.S. Representative Rick Larsen (WA-02) released the following statement: “People across Northwest Washington are frustrated and angry that finding an affordable place to rent or buy has become…

CELEBRATING THE LIFE AND LEGACY OF PAUL ROBERTS Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 112 (Thursday, July 9, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 112 (Thursday, July 9, 2026)] [Extensions of Remarks] [Page E655] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing…

Larsen, Gluesenkamp Perez Applaud Important Milestone in I-5 Bridge Replacement Project Today, U.S. Representative Rick Larsen (WA-02), Ranking Member of the House Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, and Representative Marie Gluesenkamp Perez (WA-03) celebrated the news that the I-5…

Larsen Announces $23.5 Million for the Port of Bellingham Today, Representative Rick Larsen (WA-02), top Democrat on the Transportation and Infrastructure Committee, released the following statement: “This funding is great news for the Port of Bellingham and Northwest Washington’s entire economy,”…

Larsen to Trump Admin: Continue USMCA Trade Deal to Create Jobs and Lower Prices Today, Representative Rick Larsen (WA-02) sent a report to U.S. Trade Representative (USTR) Ambassador Jamieson Greer urging the continuation of the U.S.-Mexico-Canada trade agreement (USMCA). The report summarizes…

Larsen Releases Statement on the Passing of Paul Roberts Today, Representative Rick Larsen (WA-02) released the following statement on the passing of Paul Roberts: “Paul Roberts was instrumental in making Everett the city it is today. Paul was one of the kindest, most dedicated and hardworking…

Larsen Statement on Birthright Citizenship Ruling Today, U.S. Representative Rick Larsen (WA-02) released the following statement: “The Supreme Court today has affirmed what anyone who has read the Constitution knows: people born in the United States are U.S. citizens. Once again, the President’s…

Larsen Votes to Make Housing More Affordable in Northwest Washington Yesterday, U.S. Representative Rick Larsen (WA-02) voted for comprehensive, bipartisan legislation to make housing more affordable in Northwest Washington and across the United States (the 21st Century ROAD to Housing Act ). “Too…

Larsen Introduces Bipartisan Legislation to Support Point Roberts and Pene-Exclave Communities Today, U.S. Representative Rick Larsen (WA-02) joined Representative Pete Stauber (MN-08) to introduce the Ensuring Exclave Communities are Listened to and their Voices are Examined (EXCLAVE) Act. “People…

Larsen Cheers Trump Administration Backing Off Plan to End Key Ocean Monitoring Initiative Today, U.S. Representative Rick Larsen (WA-02) released the following statement: “Monitoring our oceans is crucial to protect Northwest Washington’s coastlines, marine ecosystems and maritime economy. “The…

Larsen Votes No on Funding ICE without Guardrails Today, Representative Rick Larsen (WA-02) released the following statement: “I voted no on this partisan bill to fund ICE, and I will continue to oppose funding ICE until the agency is required to follow the same rules as every other local, state…

Larsen Statement on Bill Reforming Library of Congress Today, U.S. Representative Rick Larsen (WA-02) released the following statement: “The Librarian of Congress is the People’s Librarian, not the President’s Librarian. “I have always stood up for libraries and the books that challenge us to be…

Larsen’s Bill to Reauthorize Northwest Straits Commission Passes House Yesterday, U.S. Representative Rick Larsen (WA-02)’s bill to reauthorize the Northwest Straits Commission for seven years passed the House of Representatives on a 374-49 vote. “The Commission’s bottom-up approach has ensured…

NORTHWEST STRAITS MARINE CONSERVATION INITIATIVE REAUTHORIZATION ACT OF 2025 Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 93 (Tuesday, June 2, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 93 (Tuesday, June 2, 2026)] [House] [Pages H3769-H3771] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government…

Larsen Announces 2026 Congressional App Challenge Today, U.S. Representative Rick Larsen (WA-02) announced the launch of the 2026 Congressional App Challenge (CAC). The annual competition accepts entries through Monday, October 26, 2026, is open to high school and middle school students who live in…

Larsen Supports Completing Light Rail Spine from Everett to Tacoma Yesterday, Representative Rick Larsen (WA-02) sent a letter to Sound Transit's Board of Directors in support of completing the light rail regional spine from Everett to Tacoma: “Completing the spine is critical to creating jobs,…

Larsen’s Bipartisan Bill Invests $580 Billion in Job-Creating Infrastructure Today, Representative Rick Larsen (WA-02)’s BUILD America 250 Act passed out of the House Transportation and Infrastructure Committee. The bipartisan, five-year surface transportation reauthorization bill continues…

Larsen Introduces Bill to Expand Rural Health Care Access for Tribes, Military Families Yesterday, U.S. Representative Rick Larsen (WA-02) joined Representative Dan Newhouse (WA-04) to introduce the Ensuring Rural Health Care Access for Military and Tribal Families Act. This legislation would allow…

Larsen Announces Winner of 2026 Congressional Art Competition Today, U.S. Representative Rick Larsen (WA-02) announced Olivia Hamm of Oak Harbor High School as the winner of the 2026 Congressional Art Competition in Washington state’s 2nd congressional district with her piece, “Sleepy.” “It takes…

Larsen Fights Against Trump’s Corrupt Slush Fund Today, U.S. Representative Rick Larsen (WA-02) released the following statement: “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…

Larsen Condemns Trump’s Corrupt Settlement Today, U.S. Representative Rick Larsen (WA-02) released the following statement: “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…

Larsen Fights to Make Housing More Affordable in Northwest Washington Today, U.S. Representative Rick Larsen (WA-02) voted for comprehensive, bipartisan legislation to make housing more affordable across the United States (the 21st Century ROAD to Housing Act ). “Families in Northwest Washington…

PERSONAL EXPLANATION Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 85 (Tuesday, May 19, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 85 (Tuesday, May 19, 2026)] [Extensions of Remarks] [Page E462] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [ www.gpo.gov ] PERSONAL…

Larsen Condemns San Diego Shooting at Mosque Today, U.S. Representative Rick Larsen (WA-02) released the following statement: “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…

Larsen Releases Statement on Today's Votes Today, Representative Rick Larsen (WA-02) released the following statement: "I missed votes today for an important family commitment. I will be present and voting when the House returns to session next week." ###

Larsen Honors Law Enforcement During National Police Week, Fights to Expand Funding to Combat Opioid Epidemic Today, U.S. Representative Rick Larsen (WA-02) released the following statement: “Law enforcement officers put their lives on the line to defend Northwest Washington communities every day.…

Larsen Announces New Flood Recovery Funds for Whatcom County Today, Representative Rick Larsen (WA-02) released the following statement: “This $3.9 million is great news for Whatcom County families. These dollars will directly help local folks get back on track after the devastating floods in…

WA Legislators Introduce Bipartisan Bill to Expand Funding for Local Drug Task Forces to Combat Opioids Today, Reps. Rick Larsen (WA-02), Marie Gluesenkamp Perez (WA-03) and Dan Newhouse (WA-04) introduced the End Fentanyl Trafficking with Local Task Forces Act to establish a dedicated federal…

Larsen Announces Release of COVID-19 Reimbursement Funds to Washington State Today, Representative Rick Larsen (WA-02) released the following statement: “During the COVID-19 pandemic, federal emergency funding helped support an unprecedented public health response in Washington state. FEMA finally…

Larsen Defends Reproductive Health Care Yesterday, U.S. Representative Rick Larsen (WA-02) joined more than 250 House and Senate Democrats in filing an amicus brief urging the Supreme Court to overturn a Fifth Circuit decision that would restrict access to mifepristone by reinstating a requirement…

Larsen Demands ICE Accountability; Votes to Fund FEMA, U.S. Coast Guard, TSA Today, Representative Rick Larsen (WA-02) released the following statement: “I am proud to have voted for bipartisan legislation to pay FEMA staff, Coasties, TSA agents, CISA experts and other DHS employees who do…

Larsen Fights for Lower Costs; Supports Farmers Today, Representative Rick Larsen (WA-02) released the following statement: “Republicans are doing nothing in this Farm Bill to lower food prices for families, lower costs for farmers or lower tariffs for small businesses. This bill also does nothing…

Larsen Announces Release of $22 Million to Improve Northwest Washington Port Infrastructure Today, Representative Rick Larsen (WA-02), top Democrat on the Transportation and Infrastructure Committee, released the following statement: “This funding is fantastic news for Northwest Washington ports,”…

Larsen Celebrates New Edgewater Bridge Today, U.S. Representative Rick Larsen (WA-02), top Democrat on the Transportation and Infrastructure Committee, released the following statement: “The new-and-improved Edgewater Bridge will open to traffic today!” said Rep. Larsen. “The last Edgewater Bridge…

Larsen Releases Statement on Attack at the White House Correspondents’ Dinner Today, U.S. Representative Rick Larsen (WA-02) released the following statement: “I condemn the attack at the White House Correspondents’ Dinner and all politically motivated violence. I am grateful to the first…

Larsen Statement on Trump Administration Denying Flood Mitigation Funds Following December Floods Today, Representative Rick Larsen (WA-02) released the following statement: “This is an unacceptable decision for the families and businesses that I represent," said Rep. Larsen. “The disaster…

Larsen Announces Release of Flood Mitigation Funds for Snohomish County Today, U.S. Representative Rick Larsen (WA-02) released the following statement: “This is great news for flood mitigation efforts in Snohomish County,” said Rep. Larsen. “These federal dollars will help local experts review…

Larsen Leads Bill to Expand Access to Flu Vaccines Today, U.S. Representative Rick Larsen (WA-02) reintroduced legislation to strengthen the federal response to seasonal and pandemic influenza (“ The Influenza Act”) . "Catching the flu can mean long-term health consequences, lost time at work and…

Larsen Encourages Constituents to Get Their Money Back from Trump’s Illegal Tariffs Today, Representative Rick Larsen (WA-02) released the following statement: “I am glad that Northwest Washington businesses that paid Trump’s illegal tariffs can begin to claim refunds today. “The tariffs have…

AIRSPACE LOCATION AND ENHANCED RISK TRANSPARENCY ACT OF 2026 Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 65 (Tuesday, April 14, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 65 (Tuesday, April 14, 2026)] [House] [Pages H2856-H2874] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing…

Larsen Honored with Henry M. Jackson Award Today, Economic Alliance of Snohomish County (EASC) and Herald Media named Representative Rick Larsen (WA-02) the recipient of the 2026 Henry M. Jackson Award. “It is an honor to represent my friends and neighbors in Northwest Washington in Congress, and…

Larsen Welcomes Major Disaster Declaration for Northwest Washington, Urges Fast Relief for Flood-Hit Families and Communities Representative Rick Larsen (WA-02) today welcomed the Major Disaster Declaration for Washington state following the severe storms and flooding that hit the state in…

Larsen Condemns Trump's Unhinged & Violent Comments Today, Representative Rick Larsen (WA-02) joined Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries and House Democratic Leadership in the following statement : “Donald Trump is completely unhinged. His statement threatening to eradicate an entire civilization…

CELEBRATING THE LIFE AND LEGACY OF ALLISON LARSEN Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 58 (Friday, March 27, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 58 (Friday, March 27, 2026)] [Extensions of Remarks] [Pages E284-E285] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing…

DEFENDING AMERICAN PROPERTY ABROAD ACT OF 2026 Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 58 (Friday, March 27, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 58 (Friday, March 27, 2026)] [House] [Pages H2782-H2788] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office […