2017 House Democratic Caucus Town Halls Updated 3/8/2017 Town Halls will be held Saturday, March 11, unless otherwise noted in red Not listed: Telephone town halls and town hall meetings…
Town Hall Information
Tuesday, May 2, 2016
PRINT AP AP Exclusive: Dozens escaped from mental hospital since 2013 Advocates: High court signals it won’t stop $15 minimum wage Inslee orders steps to reduce lead exposure in state…
Join Rep. Kilduff for a telephone town hall tonight
Please join me for a telephone town hall tonight, Tuesday April 5, at 6pm. I will be taking calls from residents of the 28th legislative district on issues that matter…
2016 Session in Review
Overview The 60-day regular session for 2016 has come to a close. Unfortunately, the Legislature went into overtime because a budget agreement had not been reached. While special sessions are…
Friday, March 25, 2016
PRINT AP Justices uphold $502,000 public records fine against state Lawyers: Children need lawyers in immigration court Aberdeen Daily World Letter: Wishkah road is a disaster waiting to happen Bellingham…
Tuesday, March 22, 2016
PRINT AP Attorney to take over state’s Hanford cleanup program Tunnel project injuries result in about $700,000 in claims Senate GOP in 1997: ‘Playing politics with judges is unfair’ Bellingham…
I-405 Changes Coming this Weekend
We spoke and WSDOT listened! Thanks to the many voices like yours that expressed concerns with the I-405 express toll lanes, WSDOT will no longer charge tolls on nights, weekends,…
Seattle Weekly: Is the Charter School Fix a Fix?
By Sara Bernard, Seattle Weekly: Last week, lawmakers passed a bipartisan bill aimed at salvaging the 2012 charter-school law that the state Supreme Court struck down in September. If Governor…
House Page Stephanie Ispas
Stephanie Ispas, a student at Stella Schola Middle School, served as a page this week in the Washington State House of Representatives. Sponsored by state Rep. Patty Kuderer (D-Clyde Hill),…
My vote on charter schools
One size does not fit all when it comes to education, so school choice is an important element to provide as many pathways as possible for student success. In 2012,…
Greenwood explosion
The Greenwood neighborhood was rocked this morning by a natural gas explosion on Greenwood Avenue between 84th and 85th Ave. I am greatly saddened at the destruction of three neighborhood small…
Police Body Cameras
Body Camera Legislation I wanted to share some information on two bills that passed out of the House last week, relating to policing and the use of body cameras. I…
Town Hall Update
Thank you to everyone who took time out of your Saturday morning to join me and my colleagues, Senator Carlyle and Representative Frame, at our 36th District Town Hall meeting….
House passes five Kilduff bills
Legislation to help veterans, improve justice system and aid the disabled now in Senate OLYMPIA—At the cutoff date for policy bills to pass to the other chamber, the House of…
House budget proposal feeds hungry kids and families
Legislative News from Rep. Mia Gregerson (D-SeaTac) 2/22/2016 House budget proposal feeds hungry kids and families OLYMPIA – The House budget proposal released today invests in feeding people and funds…
Free to Finish College program set to get pilot funding in 2016 supplemental budget
OLYMPIA – In an unprecedented effort to find affordable ways to make the dream of a college degree a reality, the Washington House of Representatives budget funded a pilot of…
Walkinshaw lauds National Governors Association call for federal government to take action on opioid epidemic
After today’s recommendations from the National Governors Association, Rep. Brady Walkinshaw (D – Seattle) issued the following statement: “The opioid epidemic in America is an exploding problem that is harming…
College Success Foundation funding may be coming to Bremerton
OLYMPIA – Chair of the House Higher Education Committee Rep. Drew Hansen (D-Bainbridge Island) secured funding for new college counsellors and advisors for Bremerton High School and its feeder middle…
Tacoma lawmakers urge thorough examination of proposed methanol plant
OLYMPIA – Sen. Jeannie Darneille, Rep. Laurie Jinkins, and Rep. Jake Fey have asked the City of Tacoma to broaden the scope of its environmental review process for Northwest Innovation…
Floor action
If you were to stop by or call my office this week, you would likely have heard that I was “on the floor.” After bills pass out of committee, they…
Measure to fight opioid epidemic clears the House
OLYMPIA – Today, the State House took steps to fight the opioid epidemic in Washington State. The dramatic increase in opiate addiction over the past decade demands an urgent and…
Rep. Walkinshaw’s comments on the Free to Finish College program.
“We absolutely need innovation to make higher education accessible to all Washingtonians. We also know that too many low and middle-income students in our state begin down a path for…
3rd LD legislators to host Telephone Town Hall on Monday, February 8
MEDIA ADVISORY Who: State Sen. Andy Billig, State Reps. Timm Ormsby and Marcus Riccelli What: Telephone town hall When: 6 – 7 p.m. Monday, February 8 Where: 3rd Legislative District…
Update from Olympia on education, maritime, solar, and more!
As your representative in the Washington State Legislature, I send occasional email updates designed to keep you informed about the issues being debated in Olympia that may impact our community…
Bill will allow municipalities options on gun safety
Olympia – Rep. Brady Walkinshaw (D-Seattle) and Sen. Cyrus Habib (D-Bellevue, Senate Democratic Whip) have proposed legislation which would provide local authorities the ability to regulate firearms in certain public…
Let’s embrace the fierce urgency of now
Dr. King taught us to “embrace the urgency of now.” I asked my fellow lawmakers to stand with me, embrace his words, and turn our words into actions this legislative…
Hearings scheduled for five gun and gun safety bills in House Judiciary on Thursday
OLYMPIA – The House Judiciary Committee is holding public hearings on five gun-related bills this Thursday, Jan. 21. Rep. Laurie Jinkins (D – Tacoma) chairs the House Judiciary Committee and…
Gov. Signs Rep. Paul’s Bill Expanding Local Housing Flexibility into Law
OLYMPIA – Today, Governor Ferguson signed House Bill 1791 into law. Introduced by Rep. Dave Paul (D-Oak Harbor), the bill is a critical move forward in the fight against Washington’s…
Rep. Tharinger bill modernizing All-Payer Claims Database heads to Governor
OLYMPIA – The Washington All-Payer Claims Database (APCD) will be more user friendly thanks to HB 1382. Sponsored by Rep. Steve Tharinger (D-Port Townsend), the bill removes the exemption for…
Thursday, April 24
Washington must close this facility to protect our rights I am a proud member of Self Advocates in Leadership (SAIL), People First of Washington, and Allies in Advocacy, three organizations…
Wednesday, April 23
Changes made to WA tax plan: What’s still in play as end of session nears With just days left to go in the 2025 legislative session, Washington lawmakers are still…
Gov. Signs HB 1391 to Standardize Juvenile Diversion Programs, Reduce Recidivism
OLYMPIA – Gov. Ferguson has signed HB 1391, sponsored by Rep. Julio Cortes (D-Everett), into law, marking a meaningful win for juvenile justice reform. The bill standardizes juvenile diversion programs…