Years in Office
4
Bills Sponsored
51
Bills Co-Sponsored
1166
Committees
2
Marilyn Strickland Biography
Marilyn Strickland, the daughter of a Korean immigrant and a U.S. Army veteran, built her career as the mayor of Tacoma before being elected as the U.S. Representative for Washington’s 10th District in 2020. In Congress, she prioritizes economic opportunity, affordable housing, and infrastructure development. Strickland has helped secure federal funding for regional transportation projects and serves on the House Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. She brings a pragmatic, community-focused approach to representing the diverse needs of her district.
Education
- M.B.A., Clark-Atlanta University, Atlanta, GA(1992)
- B.A. in Sociology, University of Washington, Seattle, WA(1984)
Impact & Accomplishments
Notable contributions during Marilyn Strickland's congressional service.
Affordable Housing Advocacy
Secured federal funding for affordable housing projects in Washington’s 10th District to address homelessness and housing shortages.
Infrastructure Investment
Helped deliver federal infrastructure funds to improve roads, bridges, and public transportation in the South Sound region.
Veterans Support
Co-sponsored legislation to expand mental health resources and support services for veterans in Washington state.
Small Business Relief
Supported COVID-19 relief measures providing grants and loans to small businesses in her district.
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