OLYMPIA – New requirements to prevent another tragedy like the Amtrak derailment in 2017 near DuPont could become law after a bill was passed by the House today. State Representative…
Leavitt Rail Safety Governance Bill Passes House
Year: 2020
LEGISLATIVE NEWS: Goodman named Legislator of the Year by Washington Council of Police and Sheriffs
OLYMPIA – – Rep. Roger Goodman (D-Kirkland), an attorney and criminal justice expert, was named Legislator of the Year by the Washington Council of Police and Sheriffs (WACOPS) at its annual Award Luncheon…
LEGISLATIVE NEWS: Washington Census Bill of Rights passes House
OLYMPIA—This afternoon, on a 66-30 vote, the Washington House of Representatives approved legislation aimed at ensuring the 2020 Census count is accurate. House Bill 2527, crafted after a law enacted…
House Passes Rep. Ramel’s Scenic Bikeways Legislation
Today the Washington State House of Representatives approved HB 2587, Representative Alex Ramel’s scenic bikeways legislation. This was Ramel’s first bill to pass off the house floor, and it received…
House Passes Rep. Duerr’s First Bill
Today the Washington State House of Representatives unanimously passed Rep. Davina Duerr’s first bill, HB 2348. The legislation would streamline reporting for state funding related to housing, and has broad…