WASHINGTON STATE
HOUSE DEMOCRATS
OLYMPIA—This afternoon, as part of the Legislative Session opening ceremonies, Rep. Tina Orwall was once again chosen by her peers to preside over Floor debate during the 2023 105-day session….
OLYMPIA – The 2023 legislative session got underway in Olympia today, the first time since 2020 that lawmakers gathered fully in person. Speaker of the House Laurie Jinkins (D-Tacoma) was…
OLYMPIA – State Rep. Darya Farivar, D-Seattle, was sworn into office on Monday January 9th, becoming the newest, and youngest, representative for the 46th legislative district. Farivar represents the 46th…
Olympia – Rep. Julio Cortes, D-Everett, was sworn in Monday as one of two new representatives for the 38th legislative district. Cortes brings experience in homelessness prevention, city government and…
OLYMPIA – In Washington, abortions must be covered by all state-regulated health plans that cover maternity services, but out-of-pocket costs can currently be a burden for patients. Sen. Annette Cleveland (D-Vancouver) and Rep. Jessica Bateman (D-Olympia) are looking to ease that…