Returning to Olympia and MLK Day at the Capitol We’re back in Olympia for a short session, scheduled to last until March 10 this year. With only 60 days this…
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Let’s embrace the fierce urgency of now
Dr. King taught us to “embrace the urgency of now.” I asked my fellow lawmakers to stand with me, embrace his words, and turn our words into actions this legislative…
Statement from Rep. Jessyn Farrell on Pregnant Worker’s Fairness Act
Rep. Jessyn Farrell, D-Seattle, has issued the following statement regarding legislation to provide reasonable accommodations in the workplace for pregnant women. Farrell’s bill, HB 2307, passed out of the Labor…
How did you honor Dr. King?
The Civil Rights Battle in 2016 Our nation celebrated the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. this week. I spoke about King and his legacy on the…
Monday, January 18
Print Associated Press Report: AutoZone project will bring 200 jobs to Pasco Patrol investigates threats against Washington lawmaker Wash. shippers cheer as India reopens ports to apple imports State approves…