OLYMPIA – They are the ones who make the tough calls in games and matches, and we don’t always agree with them. But without these amateur sports officials, our basketball…
Sports officials think new law is a good call
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Governor signs measure to protect health care employees in correctional facilities
OLYMPIA – Rep. Tami Green (D-Lakewood) has spent years talking with correctional employees about how to improve their workplace. That’s why she continues to sponsor legislation to provide additional support…
Bill helps close ‘opportunity gap’ for Native American students
OLYMPIA – Of the 295 school districts in Washington state, 270 have Native American students enrolled in them. Now action is being taken to ensure that these students, as well…
Washington becomes the first state to ban toxic coal-tar pavement sealants
Washington becomes the first state to ban toxic coal-tar pavement sealants May 5, 2011 OLYMPIA—At a bill-signing ceremony in the state capitol on Thursday, Washington became the first state in…
Liias anti-bullying and suicide prevention bill signed into law
OLYMPIA – Last week Gov. Gregoire signed Rep. Marko Liias legislation to help prevent school bullying and youth suicide. The new law creates an ongoing group to look at ways…