OLYMPIA — In the aftermath of the recent federal shutdown, Washington state lawmakers Beth Doglio (D-Olympia) and Kristine Reeves (D-Federal Way) will join hunger-relief partners to highlight the work ahead to strengthen statewide food-security coordination, preserve farmers and farming systems in Washington, support food-donation structures, and protect Washingtonians from the impacts of federal uncertainty. Legislators will discuss current food-security conditions and upcoming state policy efforts—including food-donation, waste-reduction, and agricultural supply-chain legislation—designed to ensure communities remain supported even when federal programs stall or fluctuate.
WHO:
- Washington State Representative Beth Doglio (D-22) – Prime sponsor of SHB 2310 (Waste Material Management / Encouraging Food Donation); Chair, House Environment & Energy Committee
- Washington State Representative Kristine Reeves (D-30) – Chair, House Agriculture & Natural Resources Committee
- Food Lifeline leadership (Stephen Davis, CEO)
- Additional hunger-relief and food-system advocates
WHAT:
A discussion outlining Washington’s current food-security landscape, the consequences of the recent federal shutdown, and the legislative actions being developed to support Washington’s food-donation system, stabilize access to nutritious food, reduce edible food waste, and prepare a comprehensive statewide food-security strategy. Legislators will share how upcoming bills aim to strengthen resilience across Washington communities and support long-term food-system stability.
WHEN:
Tuesday, December 16, 2025
10:00 – 11:00 a.m.
WHERE:
Food Lifeline
815 S 96th Ave
Seattle, WA 98108
RSVP:
Please RSVP via email to Megan Mills at meganm@wearedh.com.