House Approves New Department of Housing Bill
OLYMPIA – Addressing the housing crisis is a top priority of Rep. Melanie Morgan (D-Spanaway), who introduced HB 2270 this year to begin the process to create a new Department…
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Joint statement from chairs of Members of Color caucuses on rent stabilization
Our communities are begging for housing stability. It is time to listen. This is why both the Senate and House Members of Color caucuses have prioritized stabilizing rent increases (HB…
Morgan’s bill to create Department of Housing clears first hurdle
OLYMPIA – With the entire state facing a housing crisis, Washington should create a state Department of Housing, according to legislation by Rep. Melanie Morgan (D-Spanaway). “It is said that…
The House Hot Sheet for Week 4 of the 2024 Legislative Session
Monday Monday morning kicks off Week 4 of the Legislative Session, with time scheduled for possible floor action. In the afternoon, the Community Safety, Justice & Reentry Committee will meet…
The House Hot Sheet for Week 3 of the 2024 Legislative Session
Monday Week 3 in the House starts off with floor action in the morning and afternoon committee hearings, including a hearing in the Education Committee on HB 1228 from Rep….