I was proud to deliver the lead-off floor speech earlier this month when the Legislature saluted members of the United States Navy and Navy families. I still count myself in…
Navy receives well-deserved tribute
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Rep. Jessyn Farrell’s statement on House Appropriations Committee approval of minimum wage bill
“I applaud the House Appropriations Committee for their support of a fair wage for Washington’s workers. Today’s minimum wage is not enough for a family to make ends meet. “An…
Outdated and Unfair — talking taxes in Washington
USA Today recently reported that Washington had “by far the most regressive tax system nationwide.” Rep. Reuven Carlyle (D – Seattle) outlines Washington’s broken and regressive tax structure, and explains how…
New law would give every person with disabilities a chance at success
OLYMPIA—Parents, advocates, and lawmakers from across the state came to Olympia this afternoon to testify on legislation to expand savings opportunities for individuals with disabilities. “If you believe in pathways…
Statement from Rep. Ruth Kagi on report from business community – “Quality Matters Most”
“I am delighted to see the business community wholeheartedly supporting Early Start in this new report from ReadyNation called “Quality Matters Most – The business case for investments in high-quality…