Suzan K. DelBene

Chronic Care Management Improvement Act of 2026

in committee

Expanding Support for Living Donors Act of 2026

in committee

Congratulating the Seattle Seahawks for winning Super Bowl LX and the 12th Man for their unwavering support.

in committee

“Congressional Record, Volume 171 Issue 211 (Monday, December 15, 2025) [Congressional Record Volume 171, Number 211 (Monday, December 15, 2025)] [Extensions of Remarks] [Page E1198] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [ www.gpo.gov ] HONORING THE LATE BRYAN JOHNSON ______ HON. SUZAN K. DelBENE of washington in the house of representatives Monday, December 15, 2025 Ms. DelBENE. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor the late Bryan Johnson. During his 53-year career as a radio and television journalist with KOMO News, Mr. Johnson's tenacious reporting and compassionate storytelling made him a staple in households across Western Washington. Mr. Johnson spent his career telling the stories that mattered most to Washingtonians. He held power to account, asking tough questions of local officials and becoming a trusted source of news for communities across our region. His work as a journalist strengthened our democracy and left a lasting impact on our communities. Mr. Johnson emigrated from the United Kingdom as a child and settled in Washington State in 1948. He graduated from Vashon High School and the University of Washington before beginning a career in broadcast journalism at age 19. Over the next two decades, he rose to become a news anchor and director at KOMO Radio before moving to television full-time in the 1980's. For more than a half-century, Mr. Johnson reported on the local and national events that directly impacted Washington families, from the 1980 eruption of Mount St. Helens to the inauguration of President Obama in 2008. For his reporting, he was awarded the National Unity in Broadcasting Award and several local Emmys, and in 2013 he was inducted into the NATAS Northwest Gold Circle. Throughout his more than five decades with KOMO, Mr. Johnson's colleagues and competitors alike lauded his grace, warmth, and kindness. Mr. Johnson was also a devoted father, grandfather, and husband to his wife Peg. Mr. Johnson will be remembered as a dedicated journalist, a loving father, and a beloved presence in communities throughout Western Washington. Mr. Speaker, I ask my colleagues to join me in honoring Bryan Johnson and the legacy his work has left behind. ____________________”

2025-12-15 · Government Reform

“Congressional Record, Volume 171 Issue 200 (Monday, December 1, 2025) [Congressional Record Volume 171, Number 200 (Monday, December 1, 2025)] [Extensions of Remarks] [Page E1129] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [ www.gpo.gov ] HONORING MAYOR GEOFFREY THOMAS FOR NEARLY TWO DECADES OF DEDICATION TO THE CITY OF MONROE ______ HON. SUZAN K. DelBENE of washington in the house of representatives Monday, December 1, 2025 Ms. DelBENE. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize Mayor Geoffrey Thomas for the eighteen years he has devoted to the City of Monroe. Mayor Thomas began his public service on the city council in 2004 and has served as mayor since 2014. Over the years, he has guided Monroe with steady leadership and a clear commitment to the community's vision through Imagine Monroe, a plan focused on safety, inclusion, and opportunity for every resident. Beyond his professional experience in local government and the private sector, Mayor Thomas has demonstrated a lifelong commitment to service. He has contributed as a planning commissioner in Olympia and Monroe, a scout leader, firefighter, lacrosse coach, homeowners' association president, and church director. Mayor Thomas and his wife of 32 years, Laura, have lived in Monroe since 2000 and raised their two sons in the community he has worked tirelessly to strengthen. Mr. Speaker, I ask my colleagues to join me in expressing gratitude to Mayor Thomas for his remarkable service. His dedication has strengthened Monroe, and his legacy of leadership and community engagement will continue to inspire for years to come. I wish him the very best as he begins the next chapter of his life. ____________________”

2025-12-01 · Government Reform

“Congressional Record, Volume 171 Issue 200 (Monday, December 1, 2025) [Congressional Record Volume 171, Number 200 (Monday, December 1, 2025)] [Extensions of Remarks] [Pages E1132-E1133] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [ www.gpo.gov ] RECOGNIZING MAYOR BRIAN HOLTZCLAW FOR TWELVE YEARS OF LEADERSHIP IN MILL CREEK ______ HON. SUZAN K. DelBENE of washington in the house of representatives Monday, December 1, 2025 Ms. DelBENE. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor Mayor Brian Holtzclaw for his twelve years of dedicated service to the City of Mill Creek. Mayor Holtzclaw was elected to the city council in 2013, served as Mayor Pro Tempore, and has led the city as mayor since 2020. During his tenure, he has championed thoughtful city planning and growth, helping Mill Creek expand economic opportunities and enhance tourism while preserving the city's character. Mayor Holtzclaw has lived in Mill Creek since 2003 and is deeply engaged in the community he serves. He helped advance the South Town Center Project and the DRCC properties, which include four city-owned parcels the city is exploring for a new community campus. He is also an avid cyclist, a hobby he pursues with energy and enthusiasm. His collaborative approach within Snohomish County has strengthened regional partnerships while keeping Mill Creek's unique identity intact. Mr. Speaker, I ask my colleagues to join me in thanking Mayor Holtzclaw for his leadership and service. He has left a lasting mark on Mill Creek, and I wish him well as he begins the next chapter of his life. [[Page E1133]] ____________________”

2025-12-01 · Government Reform