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WA domestic workers are one step closer to gaining ‘bill of rights’ after House passage | February 12, 2026
OLYMPIA – Today, the House took a step toward addressing historic inequities and ensuring dignity, safety and fairness for workers whose labor allows families to work, children to thrive, and…
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Parshley bill addresses veterinary care shortages in Washington | February 12, 2026
OLYMPIA – An important step towards addressing Washington’s veterinary care shortages passed off the House floor today. HB 2247, sponsored by Rep. Lisa Parshley (D-Olympia), adjusts current veterinarian-client-patient relationships to allow for telehealth visits. …
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House Passes “Ryan’s Law,” Restoring Compassion and Dignity to End-of-Life Care | February 12, 2026
OLYMPIA — In the final chapter of life, comfort should never be denied by bureaucracy. This week, the Washington State House of Representatives overwhelmingly passed House Bill 2152, Ryan’s Law, ensuring that terminally ill…
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House passes Obras’ bill protecting nursing titles from AI technology | February 11, 2026
OLYMPIA – Today, the Washington State House of Representatives passed HB 2155 which prohibits AI tools from using nursing titles or credentials. This bill protects nurses, patients, and public trust as artificial intelligence and automation are increasingly used in health…
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Say NAY to Noncompetes: House bans noncompete agreements to support Washington workers | February 11, 2026
OLYMPIA – A pair of pro-worker bills passed the House yesterday, providing some certainty for workers in an uncertain and tumultuous economic climate. Rep. Liz Berry (D-Seattle) passed HB 1155,…
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House passes Walen bill ensuring pet insurance coverage continues | February 11, 2026
OLYMPIA – The Washington State House of Representatives has passed a bill protecting insurance coverage for household pets. House Bill 1078 prohibits a pet insurer from canceling or refusing to renew a pet…
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House passes Simmons’ bill supporting nursing assistants’ recovery efforts | February 11, 2026
OLYMPIA – The Washington State House of Representatives took another step toward ensuring compassionate and humane treatment of health care professionals who are in recovery. HB 2340 ensures that nursing…
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Mena’s “Day of the 12s” advances following Seahawks Super Bowl victory | February 11, 2026
OLYMPIA — Just days after the Seattle Seahawks captured a Super Bowl championship, the Washington State House of Representatives advanced House Bill 1759, sponsored by Rep. Sharlett Mena, D-Tacoma, to…
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