Larsen praises reversing ocean sensor cuts, saying monitoring protects ecosystems, coastal economies, and climate research.
Quiver AI Summary
Larsen statement on ocean monitoring: U.S. Rep. Rick Larsen said he welcomed the Trump administration’s decision to reverse a plan to end the Ocean Observatories Initiative, a $368 million system of underwater instruments used to track marine ecosystems and climate-related conditions.
Background on the decision: The press release says the National Science Foundation had planned to remove instruments from waters off Washington, Oregon, Alaska and North Carolina, but later said it would develop plans to redeploy sensors already taken from waters off Washington and Oregon.
Broader priorities cited: Larsen said ocean monitoring is important for coastal protection, marine ecosystems and the maritime economy. The release also notes his past work on marine habitat, ocean research funding and infrastructure measures tied to environmental protection and climate resilience.
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Rick Larsen Fundraising
Rick Larsen recently disclosed $417.3K of fundraising in a Q1 FEC disclosure filed on April 15th, 2026. This was the 271st most from all Q1 reports we have seen this year. 42.7% came from individual donors.
Larsen disclosed $229.1K of spending. This was the 434th most from all Q1 reports we have seen from politicians so far this year.
Larsen disclosed $748.3K of cash on hand at the end of the filing period. This was the 504th most from all Q1 reports we have seen this year.
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Rick Larsen Net Worth
Quiver Quantitative estimates that Rick Larsen is worth $4.8M, as of June 18th, 2026. This is the 172nd highest net worth in Congress, per our live estimates.
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Rick Larsen Bill Proposals
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- H.R.8818: End Fentanyl Trafficking with Local Task Forces Act of 2026
- H.R.8447: Protecting America from Seasonal and Pandemic Influenza Act of 2026
- H.R.6530: AI Training for National Security Act
- H.R.6451: VA Transit Act
- H.R.6348: Transportation Assistance for Olympic and World Cup Cities Act of 2025
- H.R.6148: Patients Over Paperwork Act of 2025
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