New bill would make Washington the nation’s first state to raise legal age for tobacco and vapor products to 21 OLYMPIA — Washington has long been at the forefront of…
Category: Tina Orwall
Rep. Orwall’s E-Newsletter for January 16, 2015
Dear Neighbors, The 2015 Legislative Session began this past Monday, and as I took the oath of office on the floor of the House I was filled with gratitude for…
Orwall’s bill could bring justice for rape victims in Washington
Back in November, KING 5 reported that Seattle Police Department’s records show that in a little over a decade, 1,641 rape kits were booked into evidence. But only 365 were…
Orwall re-elected Deputy Speaker Pro Tempore-Designate
This morning, Rep. Tina Orwall was selected Deputy Speaker Pro Tempore-designate by her fellow Democratic Caucus. “It’s an honor to once again have the opportunity to serve in this capacity,”…
Why aren’t so many rape kits sent to the lab?
The numbers are staggering: out 0f 1,641 rape kits booked into evidence over a period of 10 years, why did the Seattle Police Department only test 365? Rep. Tina Orwall,…