It is an honor to receive the Henry M. Jackson award

It is a real honor to represent family, friends, and neighbors in Northwest Washington. It is a privilege I don't take for granted.

I am also honored that the Economic Alliance Snohomish County has awarded me with the Henry M. Jackson award.

Scoop Jackson set an example for me in public service. We both had the privilege of representing Northwest Washington, and we both have Norwegian roots, but what stood out most was the way Scoop never forgot 'the better Washington' while serving in Congress.

He fought for the people and communities he represented, for Washington state's economy and environment, and for civil rights. His example is one every public servant should try to follow. I am grateful to the Economic Alliance of Snohomish County and Herald Media for this recognition.

Here is an excerpt from The Herald:

"Ever since Larsen took the oath of office in 2001, he has sat on the House Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. Currently, the committee is working on the surface transportation reauthorization before the current law expires on Sept. 30.

"In 2018, Larsen helped Sound Transit secure more than $1.3 billion in federal funding, according to Pam Larkin, Larsen's communications director, in an email. The funding created jobs constructing the light rail line and stations in Lynnwood, Mountlake Terrace and Shoreline.

"One project that used federal funds from a bipartisan infrastructure law Larsen helped write came to a head last week. Hundreds of Everett and Mukilteo residents celebrated the end of lengthy detours at the opening of the Edgewater Bridge on April 27.

"Larsen's impact on Snohomish County extends beyond how its residents travel.

"The $3 million in funding Larsen secured in 2022 for the construction of the Lynnwood Neighborhood Center came to fruition in January. The center is home to several local nonprofits, acting as a social services hub for south Snohomish County."

I am grateful to receive this award and am looking forward to continuing this work for Northwest Washington.

More soon,

Rick