First day as a freshman lawmaker

January 15, 2013

Here are photos from the opening day ceremonies in the House of Representatives, including a few shots of Rep. Steve Bergquist (D-Renton) on his first day as a lawmaker.

Opening Day Ceremonies of the start of the 1013 Legislative Session.

Lawmakers enter the House chamber.

Rep. Steve Bergquist and other lawmakers take their seats.

Members of the House of Representatives take the oath of office.

Speaker Frank Chopp (D-Seattle) gives his opening day speech to the House.