Dear Friends and Neighbors, As an educator in the Renton School District for over 20 years and as Chair of the House Early Learning and Human Services Committee, it is…
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Yesterday was Sine-Die, What’s Next?
Dear Friends and Neighbors, Yesterday was the last day of the 2026 legislative session! Please keep an eye on your mailbox for a full update from me on the work…
Legislative Update: Deadlines, Bills Moving Onward, & Sound Transit Update
Dear Friends and Neighbors, As we enter the final weeks of this legislative session, I’d like to hear your thoughts on this year’s bills and other issues facing our community….
Rainy Day Fund, Child Care, & Tough Cuts: Your Budget Feedback
Dear Friends and Neighbors, In my last newsletter, I shared background on the Governor’s proposed budget – a document that reflects the Governor’s values and sets the starting point for…
Legislative Update from Olympia: Your Priorities & the Budget Ahead
Dear friends and neighbors, With only six weeks left in this short 60 day legislative session, we are approaching our first major deadline: House of Origin Cutoff. On February 4th,…
The Upcoming 2026 Legislative Session & Share Your Priorities!
Dear Friends and Neighbors, It’s a new year and the start of the 2026 legislative session begins January 12th. When the Legislature convenes next week, my greatest priority will remain…
Bridge Replacement, Infrastructure Progress, & Local Investments
Dear Friends and Neighbors, This year’s transportation and capital budgets delivered transformative investments across our district. After years of advocacy, and despite this year’s transportation budget not including direct funding,…
Delivering for Students, Schools, & A Fairer Tax System
Dear Friends and Neighbors, The 2025 legislative session brought historic wins for students, families, and working people across the 11th Legislative District. I was proud to sponsor House Bill 1587,…
Putting Community First: Budget & Revenue Reflections
Dear Friends and Neighbors, As you know by now, Washington is facing a budget shortfall, and the decisions we make in the coming days will determine who shoulders that burden….
Budget Choices, Workforce Growth, & Youth Innovation
Friends and neighbors, Thank you to everyone who participated in my last survey on various budget cuts and proposals being considered before the legislature this year. The state is facing…