Category Archives: Jim Moeller
Rep. Jim Moeller elected Speaker Pro Tempore-designate by House Democrats
Rep. Jim Moeller was re-elected Speaker Pro Tempore-designate on Saturday by his Democratic colleagues in the Washington State House of Representatives. “I’m pleased to have earned the trust and faith of my colleagues,” Rep. Moeller said. “We have an amazing leadership team that sticks together and strives to pass legislation that serves all Washington residents. I am excited to continue to be a part of that effort and look forward to working with all of my colleagues to continue to … Continue reading
Rep. Jim Moeller: Revenues are up, and that’s good news–but there’s more to the story
Statement by Speaker Pro Tem Jim Moeller on the state’s budget forecast: It’s good news that revenues are going up a bit more. It would be better news if politicians and interest groups stopped repeating the myth that economic growth alone is enough. Growth will not fully fund education, fix our crumbling bridges and take care of veterans and the disabled. We can do better, and must do better, for kids in public schools, for our seniors and disabled and … Continue reading
Legislators voice support for equal healthcare coverage for transgender Washingtonians
The lesbian and gay members of the Washington State Legislature applaud Insurance Commissioner Mike Kreidler’s announcement that, in accordance with both the Affordable Care Act and Washington’s 2006 anti-discrimination law, that health insurance plans sold in Washington state must provide medically necessary care for transgender Washingtonians. “I am proud that once again Washington is leading the country in treating its LGBT citizens equally and with respect. Transgender people deserve equal access to the healthcare system for their particular needs,” said … Continue reading
Train-safety letter to The Columbian
Letter to the editor The Columbian Thursday, April 29, 2014 To the editor, I applaud Federal Railroad Administration proposals for strengthening public safety, including a condition that trains hauling crude oil carry at least two crew members. It’s troubling that these trains today are crewed by only one person. Related legislation demanding greater safety made it partway through Olympia this year. I co-sponsored House Bill 2718 requiring at least two crew on trains moving hazardous materials. Although the proposal cleared … Continue reading
Spring 2014 Report to the 49th District
Early this past January, the state House of Representatives jumped quickly out of the starting gate. Just a few hours into session, we passed the “DREAM Act” (SB 6523), a bipartisan step to make sure that all deserving, hard-working young people have a fair chance to go to college. This measure, long-sought here in Washington (and already on the books in many other states), became the first significant “first-day-of-session” bill in many years to pass either chamber. It is only … Continue reading
