Category: The Daily EClips

Bill would provide alternatives to defendants with mental health crises A Seattle lawmaker is proposing to let judges send defendants accused of some lower-level crimes to alternatives, such as mental… READ MORE

Rep. Reeves: WA families can’t find affordable childcare. Our biggest polluters should pay for it Too many families must choose between their careers and childcare costs that often outpace their… READ MORE

Using public land to fund child care? WA lawmakers are considering it For many Washington families, child care is not only expensive, it’s hard to find. Lawmakers are now looking… READ MORE

Washington state lawmakers consider ban on hog-tying by police following Manuel Ellis’ death Washington state lawmakers considered a proposal Monday to prohibit police from hog-tying suspects, nearly four years after… READ MORE

Here are some of the noteworthy bills that got hearings before the Legislature last week Friday marked the end of the second week of the 2024 legislative session for lawmakers… READ MORE