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Four bills by Rep. Adison Richards pass both chambers | April 30, 2025
OLYMPIA—Two bills introduced by Representative Adison Richards (D-Gig Harbor) are already signed into law and two more are awaiting the governor’s signature after passing the House and Senate. “The…
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Capital budget invests $7.5 billion toward building a better future | April 29, 2025
OLYMPIA—Housing, parks, education, colleges, and the environment are highlights of the new state construction budget. “These aren’t just numbers on a page,” said Rep. Davina Duerr (D-Bothell). “Every project represents…
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Bipartisan transportation budget brings projects to the 24th District | April 29, 2025
OLYMPIA—The new transportation budget includes $15.6 billion in projects and improvements to the state’s network of highways, ferries, trains, buses, and other alternatives. “In a difficult budget year, we…
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Richards: New construction budget brings $147 million in local projects | April 29, 2025
OLYMPIA—The capital budget that passed with massive bipartisan support includes $7.5 billion in funding, including $147 million in specific projects for the 26th District. “This is great news for people…
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Ferguson Signs Fosse’s Child Labor Safety Bill into Law | April 28, 2025
OLYMPIA – With the stroke of a pen, Governor Ferguson today signed House Bill 1644 into law. Sponsored by Rep. Mary Fosse (D-Everett), Vice Chair of the House Labor &…
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Legislature passes budget to protect essential services, support K-12 education | April 27, 2025
Para español, favor de ver más abajo OLYMPIA — The Legislature passed a $77.1 billion operating budget Sunday that protects essential services while significantly boosting support for K-12 education. The…
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Washington State Legislature Passes Comprehensive Transportation Budget | April 27, 2025
OLYMPIA—The Washington State Legislature has approved a comprehensive transportation budget to support statewide mobility, infrastructure, and sustainability goals. The budget passed both the House and Senate with bipartisan support and now heads…
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Governor Signs 12-month Supply of Hormone Therapy | April 27, 2025
OLYMPIA – Governor Ferguson signed a new law from Rep. Nicole Macri (D-Seattle) that further protects transgender people and individuals who have a prescription for hormone therapy. HB 1971 ensures…
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