WA House votes to allow local even-year elections In an effort to boost low turnout in local elections, the Washington House passed a bill Thursday that would allow cities and…
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Thursday, February 8
‘Stealthing’ could soon be banned in WA under bill passed by House A sexual practice known as stealthing could soon be punishable in Washington state under a bill that passed…
Wednesday, February 7
Washington bill would limit student isolation and restraint Students in Washington schools are being restrained or put in isolation thousands of times per year, state data shows — something a…
Rep. Taylor’s bill to maximize Office of Public Defense staffing passes House
OLYMPIA—Staffing shortages and increased demand for services have made it difficult for the Office of Public Defense to provide adequate resources. House Bill 1911, sponsored by Rep. Jamila Taylor (D-30th…
Tuesday, February 6
Bipartisan bill aims to curb homelessness among young adults After spending nearly a decade working at a local nonprofit supporting homeless youth, Everett Rep. Julio Cortes wants to pass legislation…