OLYMPIA – The state House of Representatives held opening day ceremonies for the 2022 legislative session today, with most legislators participating remotely — rather than on the House floor —…
Category: Press Releases
House Democrats Introduce Bills to Provide Clarity to Police Accountability Laws
OLYMPIA – House Democrats introduced a pair of bills last week to clarify portions of the historic police accountability package passed by the Legislature last year. Legislators passed a package…
Statements from Governor Inslee, House and Senate Democratic Leadership on delaying the Washington Cares Fund premium assessment
OLYMPIA – Gov. Jay Inslee, together with Senate Majority Leader Andy Billig (D-Spokane) and House Speaker Laurie Jinkins (D-Tacoma), released the following statements this morning on delaying the Washington Cares…
Rep. Brandy Donaghy’s appointment helps make history in the 44th District
EVERETT – The Washington House Democratic Caucus welcomed Rep. Brandy Donaghy, D-Everett, as the new member of the 44th Legislative District. Donaghy was appointed by the Snohomish County council on December 15. “I am…
House budget chair Rep. Timm Ormsby’s statement regarding Gov. Inslee’s operating budget proposal
OLYMPIA – Rep. Timm Ormsby (D-Spokane), chair of the House Appropriations Committee, released the following statement regarding Governor Inslee’s operating budget proposal: “Thank you to Governor Inslee for providing the…