Where we are on mental health and marijuana
Hello friends, It’s an unfortunate reality that special session is needed in order to finish the budget process. While I was hopeful and optimistic we could finish on time, Senate…
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Friday, May 15
PRINT Associated Press Governor signs ‘Joel’s Law’ allowing families to ask judge to commit suicidal, dangerous relatives (Walkinshaw) USDA creates new government certification for GMO-free foods Bullying drops, but 1…
Rep. Kristine Lytton’s Special Session Update
Dear Friends and Neighbors, Week 3 of special session is coming to a close and there has been a lot of discussion about higher education funding. Since the recession, funding…
Health Care Cost Transparency Bill signed by governor
OLYMPIA – Most people have no idea if the prices they pay for their health care are fair. Entering a hospital, medical examinations and procedures aren’t listed on the wall…
Governor signs Joel’s Law to give families access to emergency mental health treatment
OLYMPIA – Today Governor Jay Inslee signed Joel’s Law, the mental health care reform bill that will allow families to get emergency mental health treatment for their family members in…