OLYMPIA –Last week the House Public Safety Committee approved two of several public safety bills sponsored by Rep. Roger Goodman (D-Kirkland), chair of the committee. Rep. Goodman has a strong…
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Welcome to the 2017 Legislative Session
Standing up for our shared values during the 2017 Legislative Session Last Monday, I was sworn in to serve the constituents of the 45th district for my 6th term. I…
Goodman reappointed Chair of House Public Safety Committee
OLYMPIA – Representative Roger Goodman (D-Kirkland), an attorney with extensive criminal justice experience, has once again been chosen by his colleagues to serve as Chair of the House Public Safety…
Major Changes Recommended for Use of Deadly Force by Law Enforcement
OLYMPIA — After months of meetings where task force members heard from police, prosecutors, stakeholders, and community members, the Joint Task Force on the Use of Deadly Force in Community…
Goodman elected co-chair of task force reviewing use of deadly force by police
OLYMPIA – The use of deadly force by police officers has raised alarm across the country, and Washington is taking a proactive step to address concerns from local communities. Recognized for…