
BUDGET: Murray on Cuts to Washington State Priorities in Bush Budget
(Washington D.C.) – Today, U.S. Senator Patty Murray (D-WA) responded to funding levels proposed by President Bush for some of the critical priorities for Washington

(Washington D.C.) – Today, U.S. Senator Patty Murray (D-WA) responded to funding levels proposed by President Bush for some of the critical priorities for Washington

In Senate floor speech, Senator calls for quick stimulus now, but urges investment in infrastructure, housing and youth employment

In floor speech following Republican obstruction, Murray highlights sup-prime mortgage support and infrastructure funding included in critical bill
Republicans block Appropriations bill vote as President lashes out at Congress for not passing them

Bush Threatens Veto

Bill focuses on making transportation safer and increasing affordable housing; includes $75 million for homeless veterans’ housing