Category Archives: Roger Goodman
Emergency Impaired Driving Working Group Meeting
Today, Rep. Goodman (D-Kirkland) convened an emergency meeting of his Impaired Driving Working Group. This meeting was called in response to the latest deaths on our roadways at the hands of drunk drivers. Goodman, who has the only impaired driving bill with any … Continue reading
Kids to get “early start” on school success under Senate-bound bill
Already a leader in the field of early learning, Washington state would take a giant step toward preparing all kids for success in kindergarten and beyond under far-reaching legislation headed for the state Senate. House Bill 1723, by Rep. Ruth … Continue reading
This is how laws get introduced: the Hopper
You’ll hear lawmakers talk about “dropping a bill” or “putting a bill in the Hopper.” This is what that actually means. Staff at the Code Reviser’s Office take draft legislation from lawmakers, stamp it and make sure the text is … Continue reading
Goodman named chair of House Public Safety Committee
Rep. Roger Goodman (D-Kirkland) has been picked to chair the House Public Safety Committee. “In a heartbeat, a violent crime or a natural disaster can take away everything — your home, your family, your life,” Goodman said. “Our state laws … Continue reading
Rep. Goodman on cannabis legalization: The world is watching, and the hard work has just begun
The voters of Washington state, who turned out in greater numbers — 81 percent –than any other state in the nation, did two brave things in approving marriage equality and ending cannabis prohibition. I am very proud of how many … Continue reading
