OLYMPIA — Workforce shortages are plaguing nearly every industry in Washington, and that’s especially true for the state’s behavioral health professions. Today, the Washington House of Representatives passed House Bill…
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Streamline, Pipeline, Bottom Line: Addressing our workforce shortage
Dear friends and neighbors, Our housing shortage isn’t the only crisis we’re facing right now. Washington is seeing unprecedented workforce shortages across nearly every sector, including health care, behavioral health,…
Media Advisory: A Shared Vision for Washington’s Housing Supply Crisis
WHAT: A bipartisan and bicameral press conference to address closing Washington’s housing supply shortfall. In this working session, legislators in Olympia will discuss what they are doing to reduce barriers…
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…
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…
Rep. Bateman: Top priorities for 2021 session are housing, health care, and the environment
OLYMPIA—The newest lawmaker from the 22nd District, Rep. Jessica Bateman (D-Olympia), will serve on three committees that reflect her legislative priorities. “The price for housing continues to rise much faster…