OLYMPIA – After a long journey, House Bill 1521, which provides relief for communities with large warehousing and manufacturing centers, was signed by Gov. Inslee on Friday, April 16. Sponsored…
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Riccelli Bill to Balance and Improve Public Health Boards Passes Legislature, on its Way to Governor
OLYMPIA – The Washington House of Representatives voted Thursday to concur to Senate amendments to House Bill 1152 by a vote of 60-37. The bill, sponsored by Rep. Marcus Riccelli…
Bill Creating Office of Independent Investigation for Police Deadly Uses of Force Passes Legislature
OLYMPIA – The Washington House of Representatives concurred with Senate amendments to House Bill 1267, which would establish an Office of Independent Investigation for police deadly uses of force, by…
Governor signs Shewmake’s solar panel recycling extension bill
OLYMPIA – Today, Gov. Jay Inslee signed into law a bipartisan bill, HB 1393, introduced by state Rep. Sharon Shewmake (D-Bellingham) to give solar panel manufacturers more time to submit…
Legislature approves Leavitt bill expanding education opportunities for incarcerated people
OLYMPIA – Today, the Legislature voted to send HB 1044 to the governor for his approval, the final step to expanding educational opportunities for incarcerated individuals in Washington state. The…