OLYMPIA – Military families will have less regulations and stronger protections thanks to two new bills passed by the Legislature this year. Rep. Mari Leavitt, D-University Place, introduced two bills…
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Rep. Davis bill to provide rapid access to addiction treatment passes legislature
OLYMPIA—Today the Washington House of Representatives gave final approval to House Bill 2642 by Rep. Lauren Davis (D-Shoreline). The legislation prohibits health insurance plans offered to public employees, Medicaid enrollees,…
LEGISLATIVE NEWS: Legislature passes Ramos’ bipartisan carbon sequestration bill
OLYMPIA— A measure supporting the forest-product sector’s role in carbon sequestration and the state’s climate response efforts is headed to the governor’s desk. House Bill 2528, sponsored by state Representative…
Legislators join forces to forge bipartisan changes to driver’s licenses and identicards
OLYMPIA – Last Friday, the House passed Senate Bill 6429, sponsored by Senator Sharon Brown (R- Kennewick) which permits Washingtonians to add new designations on driver’s licenses and identicards. Persons…
LEGISLATIVE NEWS: Washington Census Bill of Rights goes to Governor
OLYMPIA—A measure to ensure every Washingtonian has access to accurate census information so they can get counted freely has passed both legislative chambers and is headed to the governor for…