“A giant step for civil rights” OLYMPIA – In a remote ceremony required by COVID-19 safety measures, Gov. Jay Inslee today signed House Bill 1078, a measure sponsored by Rep….
Rep. Simmons’ voting-rights bill signed into law
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Senate passes Harris-Talley’s bill easing impact fees on early learning facilities, will head to Governor’s Desk
OLYMPIA – Yesterday, the Senate passed HB 1331 35-13, sponsored by Rep. Kirsten Harris-Talley (D-Seattle), giving local cities and counties the ability to reduce impact fees for affordability in building and…
Kloba Bill to Protect Students with Seizure Disorders Passes Senate, on its way to Governor’s Desk
OLYMPIA – The Washington State Senate passed House Bill 1085 unanimously on Saturday with a vote of 46-0. Sponsored by Rep. Shelley Kloba (D-Kirkland), the bill requires school districts to…
House Passes Historic “Washington Recovery Budget”
OLYMPIA – The Washington State House of Representatives passed its version of the 2021-2023 operating budget today by a vote of 57-41. By utilizing state and federal funds, the Washington…
Rep. Emily Wicks responds to acts of hate by Marysville School District students
“In two separate Marysville incidents, several students made death threats against their classmates of color. Make no mistake: this is an attack on all of us. “And it’s personal for me. I grew up in Marysville. I attended Marysville schools, and I’ve even…