OLYMPIA – House Democrats released their 2026 supplemental operating budget yesterday, an update to last year’s biennial budget that reflects changes in revenue and caseloads since April 2025. The proposal…
OLYMPIA – Children in Washington will have greater protections from chatbots powered by Artificial Intelligence (AI) thanks to HB 2225. This Governor request bill, sponsored by Rep. Lisa Callan (D-Issaquah), requires operators of AI companion…
OLYMPIA – Cyclists and pedestrians in Washington state gained much needed protections thanks to Rep. Julia Reed (D-Seattle). HB 2095 shifts civil liability to motor vehicle drivers when they collide with ‘vulnerable…
OLYMPIA – Last night, the Washington State House of Representatives passed House Bill 2219, which will help child care providers operate more efficiently while maintaining strong health and safety standards….
OLYMPIA – Last Friday, the Washington House of Representatives passed three bills sponsored by Rep. Darya Farivar (D-North Seattle) strengthening community access to food and medicine and affirming dignity for…