We are just a few days away from the end of this short legislative session and there is a lot to report on. Prioritizing help for the mentally-ill and their…
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Rep. Jim Moeller laments lack of CRC funding in Oregon budget
From The Columbian: “The Oregon Legislature adjourned Friday without any action on the proposed Interstate 5 Bridge replacement, prompting state leaders to say they’ll close down the controversial megaproject this…
Law will help parents with disabilities keep their children
Just before the weekend, the Senate passed HB 2616, Rep. Roger Freeman’s bill, that will give parents with disabilities the tools they need to keep their family together. On the…
In a win for children, the Youth Opportunities Act passes legislature!
In a unanimous vote, the Senate passed SHB 1651, the Youth Opportunities Act that will seal juvenile records at age 18 for most youth offenders. The foundation of our state’s…
Rep. Habib’s bill to aid entrepreneurs, create jobs wins Senate approval
The state’s economy will get a boost from entrepreneurs tapping into a 21st-century model of financial backing to start businesses and create jobs, under the Washington Jobs Act of 2014,…