Today at 1:30 PM, the House Labor and Workforce Standards Committee will hear public testimony on two bills that would support Washington families by improving economic conditions for working women:…
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Morris bill would give electricity customers more service, incentive options
OLYMPIA – Technology often drives change in how services are provided, and electric utilities aren’t immune, which is why Rep. Jeff Morris has introduced a bill giving them more flexibility…
Labor Committee hears Paid Family and Medical Leave bill
This morning, the House Labor and Workplace Standards Committee heard testimony from parents, business owners, health care experts, community leaders, and representatives from the Washington Work and Family Coalition on…
Sexual assault victim support bill package proposed
OLYMPIA – Yesterday, the House Public Safety Committee considered two measures that are part of a package of bills proposed by members of the Sexual Assault Forensic Examination (SAFE) Best Practices…
Farrell, Rivers leading bipartisan effort to curb distracted driving
OLYMPIA – A bill aiming to make Washington’s roadways safer by banning the use of handheld devices while driving has been introduced in the state Legislature. Rep. Jessyn Farrell (D-Seattle),…