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Gov. Signs Farivar Bills into Law to Empowering Communities, Supporting Child Sex Abuse Survivors & Addressing Antitrust Practices

OLYMPIA – Yesterday, Governor Inslee signed House Bills 1541, 1618, and 2072 into law. All introduced by Representative Darya Farivar (D-North Seattle), the legislation represents an effort to utilize the... READ MORE

Governor signs Donaghy bill on traffic safety into law.

OLYMPIA— The Washington Traffic Safety Commission recently released data showing that 800 people lost their lives on Washington roads in 2023—the highest number seen in our state since 1990. “Speeding and... READ MORE

Bill lowering the cost of life saving medication signed into law

OLYMPIA – Those dealing with chronic illness and allergies received financial relief with Gov. Jay Inslee signing HB 1979 into law. Sponsored by Rep. Dave Paul (D- Oak Harbor), the... READ MORE

Washington Moves to Protect Abortion Medication Providers Amid Escalating Threats

OLYMPIA – With the fundamental right to reproductive care increasingly under siege nationwide, Washington reaffirmed its commitment to safeguarding access with the signing of House Bill 2115 into law yesterday.... READ MORE

Gov. Signs Slatter Bill Expanding Access to Higher Education

OLYMPIA – Earlier this month, Governor Inslee signed House Bill 2214 that will remove barriers to eligibility for low-income high school students to access the Washington College Grant (WCG).  By... READ MORE