U.S. Sen. Patty Murray (D-WA), a Bothell native, was sworn in on the Senate floor by Vice President Joe Biden for a new term as a member of the 112th Congress today in Washington, D.C.

“I am proud and humbled to have received the support of families across Washington state to continue fighting for them in the United States Senate. I look forward to rolling up my sleeves and getting back to work for the families across our state who continue to struggle in this tough economy,” she said in a press release.

Murray added that she’s going to keep fighting to create jobs, support the middle class and make sure Washington state workers continue to lead the way in the 21st-century economy.

“I’ll also be focusing on making sure our students receive a high-quality education that allows them to transition smoothly into the work force and contribute to our great state,” she said. “And I will never stop fighting to make sure the veterans who have sacrificed so much for our country get the support, services and jobs they deserve when they come home.”