OLYMPIA – Rep. Troy Kelley’s (D-Tacoma) continued efforts to cut costs and the number of dangerous felons entering Washington state paid off.
Governor signs bill to address disproportionate number of felons entering state
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House sends Rep. Maxwell’s music education bill to Governor
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New law protects victims of serious domestic violence
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Bills for veterans and prison safety pass Legislature
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In-state training for future embalmers gets a boost in Kirby’s successful measure
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