In this week’s report, Speaker of the House Frank Chopp discusses House Democratic priorities, workers’ comp, education reform, and “Connecting Washington,” the ambitious 10-year plan to improve transportation safety, freight…
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Speaker Frank Chopp’s remarks on Opening Day 2013
Welcome to the People’s House! Before I get rolling, I’d like to introduce my wife, Nancy. And let’s hear it for all the spouses and family members who sacrifice for…
“Our caucus is organized and energized”
Legislative leaders from each caucus spoke with reporters earlier this week during the annual Associated Press Legislative Preview. The leadership panel answered questions from reporters on several issues that will…
Democrats choose key leaders
There were no surprises today when the House Democrats gathered to begin selecting their leadership team for the next two years. Re-elected without opposition were: Frank Chopp (Seattle): House Speaker-designate…
Veteran Seattle lawmaker Gutiérrez Kenney announces retirement
OLYMPIA—Upon announcing that she will not seek re-election this November, State Rep. Phyllis Gutiérrez Kenney (D-Seattle) released the following statement: “I feel truly honored that the people of North Seattle…