Dear friends and neighbors, As we take our first steps into the 2023 legislative session, I am so honored to continue representing our community at the Capitol. I’ll never stop…
Category: Jessica Bateman
Bill aims to eliminate cost-sharing for patients seeking abortions
OLYMPIA – In Washington, abortions must be covered by all state-regulated health plans that cover maternity services, but out-of-pocket costs can currently be a burden for patients. Sen. Annette Cleveland (D-Vancouver) and Rep. Jessica Bateman (D-Olympia) are looking to ease that…
Bateman and Barkis unite behind middle housing legislation
OLYMPIA—Everyone deserves a home, yet the dream of home ownership is out of reach for too many families, says Rep. Jessica Bateman (D-Olympia), who’s introducing bipartisan legislation to boost the…
Legislation and budgets that put people first
Dear neighbors, With only a few weeks left in the 2022 session, I wanted to give you a quick update. This e-newsletter includes what’s happening to legislation I introduced, the…
Capitol Ideas Podcast: Homes for WA Act
Friends and neighbors, Last week, I had the pleasure of joining Sen. Mona Das on the Capitol Ideas Podcast to talk about the Homes for WA Act. Listen here:
Homes for WA introduced to provide more housing choices and easier commutes
OLYMPIA – On Wednesday, Rep. Jessica Bateman and Sen. Mona Das, introduced legislation to make it easier for Washington families to find safe and affordable homes, especially in areas near…
Update on major housing reforms and legislation I introduced this session
Dear friends and neighbors, We have passed a key deadline for policy bills to make it out of each chamber. I am happy to say that we passed great legislation…
Everybody needs a safe, warm place to sleep–a home
Dear neighbors, Our state is stronger when everyone has an opportunity to thrive. A safe, warm place to sleep is a fundamental human need. Access to safe and affordable housing…
Legislative update: Police reform, education, housing, and COVID vaccinations
Dear neighbors, Thank you to everyone who participated in our first virtual town hall meeting for the 22nd District! It was a pleasure to answer your questions. This week, we’d like…
Legislative update from Rep. Laurie Dolan and Rep. Jessica Bateman
Dear neighbors, A large part of our job representing you is maintaining a dialogue, making sure you know about issues we’re working on in the House of Representatives, and listening…