OLYMPIA—A bipartisan measure that will streamline a process for opening new habitat for endangered salmon and other aquatic species has been sent to Governor Inslee. House Bill 1275, sponsored by…
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Washington moves forward to expand dual language programs
OLYMPIA—This afternoon, the Legislature passed House Bill 1445, sponsored by Rep. Lillian Ortiz-Self (D-Mukilteo), designed to expand dual language programming in Washington state. This legislation aims to grow dual language programs that…
Legislature passes bill to protect human trafficking victims
OLYMPIA — An important protection for victims of human trafficking was passed unanimously by both chambers and is headed to the governor’s desk. The measure, which was requested by Attorney…
House and Senate pass Ryu legislation to help truckers
OLYMPIA–The House concurred with Senate amendments to a bill which will make it easier for truckers and the businesses who rely upon them. House Bill 1273 will align Washington’s state…
Student Loan Transparency Act to become law
Earlier today, the Senate unanimously concurred with the House of Representatives to pass a bipartisan measure that will help students better understand what they’re getting into when they take out…