New schools and over 70k jobs at risk Although the Operating budget has passed, we remain in session because our work is not yet over. Over a billion dollars in…
Major construction projects in jeopardy
Category: Joe Fitzgibbon
Our thoughts on the state budget compromise
A budget is a reflection of shared values: Do we support those who are struggling, or do we tell them to fend for themselves? Do we recognize that we all…
Statement by Rep. Joe Fitzgibbon (D-Burien), chairman of the House Environment committee, on President Trump’s decision to withdraw the United States from the Paris Climate Agreement:
“The Paris Agreement was an unprecedented coming together of nearly every nation in the world to commit to reducing greenhouse gas emissions through nationally-determined targets. It represents rare unanimity among…
Legislative update on special session from Joe and Eileen
Operating budget negotiations slowed by Republican refusal to negotiate The regular legislative session has come and gone, and we are now two and a half weeks into a special session…
Legislative update from Joe and Eileen
Heading into Special Session It has become clear that the legislature will need to go into overtime in order to get our work done this year. While making decisions about…