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Gov. Signs Cortes Bill Providing Juvenile Justice | March 15, 2024
OLYMPIA – Washington took a meaningful step forward in juvenile justice reform with Governor Inslee signing Substitute House Bill 2217, introduced by Rep. Julio Cortes (D-Everett). This legislation marks a…
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Gov. Signs Fosse Bill to Boost Building Decarbonization | March 14, 2024
OLYMPIA – According to the Washington State Department of Commerce, the buildings sector is the state’s second-biggest carbon polluter, accounting for 27% of statewide emissions. Unfortunately, current incentives haven’t driven…
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Protections Against Fabricated Intimate Images Signed into Law | March 14, 2024
OLYMPIA – Washington took a significant step towards safeguarding residents from the harmful distribution of fabricated and sexually explicit intimate images and depictions today. House Bill 1999, sponsored by Rep….
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Governor signs Bronoske expanding access to anaphylaxis medication in schools. | March 14, 2024
OLYMPIA—The governor has signed legislation that expands in-school access to life-saving anaphylaxis medication. Sponsored by Rep. Dan Bronoske, D-Lakewood, House Bill 1608 passed both chambers unanimously. “Students already face health…
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Bronoske firefighter legislation signed by governor. | March 13, 2024
OLYMPIA – The governor has signed a pair of bills sponsored by Rep. Dan Bronoske, D-Lakewood, that help recognize deceased firefighters and assist in fire fighter training. House Bill 2091…
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Octopuses in Washington to remain in their little hideaways beneath the waves, safe from farming. | March 13, 2024
OLYMPIA – Legislation preventing the farming of Octopus in Washington State has been signed by the governor. Sponsored by Rep. Strom Peterson, D-Edmonds, House Bill 1153 prohibits the farming of…
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Gov. Signs Bill to Recognize Lunar New Year | March 13, 2024
OLYMPIA – In a historic move celebrating diversity and cultural richness, Governor Inslee was joined by members of the Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander (AANHPI) communities to sign…
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Riccelli Bill to Expand Health Care Access Signed Into Law | March 13, 2024
OLYMPIA – Rural communities may soon have more access to health care, thanks to a law signed by the governor. The bill, HB 2041, was another key piece of legislation…
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