OLYMPIA – The Washington State Senate has passed legislation banning microchipping in work environments. Sponsored by Rep. Brianna Thomas, D-Seattle, House Bill 2303 prohibits employers from offering or requiring employees to participate in microchipping programs.  “Microchipping isn’t prevalent yet, but… Continue reading: With Senate approval of Thomas’ bill, Washington is one step closer to telling companies, “Don’t chip me, bro!” 

OLYMPIA – For years, domestic workers in Washington have fought to address historic inequities and to ensure safety, fairness and dignity on the job site. Today, that dream is on its way to the governor’s… Continue reading: With Thomas bill, Washington takes a huge step to protect domestic workers.

OLYMPIA – The governor has signed legislation, Sponsored by Rep. Brianna Thomas, which aims to improve rest breaks for hospital workers in Washington.  Current law stipulates that meal breaks should… Continue reading: Governor Signs Thomas Bill for Reasonable Rest Breaks for Hospital Workers.

OLYMPIA – Government projects, like transit construction, require real estate to proceed. Unfortunately, this sometimes means people or organizations must move. Historically, marginalized communities have shouldered the greatest burden of… Continue reading: Thomas bill updates reimbursement rates for relocation required for government projects.