Caucus peers elect Orwall Assistant Speaker Pro Tempore OLYMPIA – What promises to be a very difficult legislative session will also be very different for state Rep. Tina Orwall, a…
Gavel in Orwall’s hand once again
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Legislation would halt deceptive home-mortgage practices
OLYMPIA — Legislation was introduced today to put a stop to abusive practices made possible by disguising home mortgage loans as “business” loans. Sen. Phil Rockefeller, D–Kitsap County introduced Senate…
Kilmer, Rolfes bills reduce redundant training for veterans
OLYMPIA — Military veterans who seek civilian employment will not have to repeat training in areas where they are already experienced, under legislation introduced this week by Rep. Christine Rolfes,…
Public-health advocate joins peers in promoting citizen well-being
OLYMPIA – Scores of public-health professionals are in the state capital today, spreading and emphasizing the word about their mission in local communities all across Washington. Sponsored by the Washington…
House Democrats elect David Frockt to serve as Assistant Floor Leader
OLYMPIA—House Democrats today elected Rep. David Frockt to serve as their Assistant Floor Leader in the state House of Representatives. “I’m honored that my colleagues entrusted me with the job…