WASHINGTON STATE
HOUSE DEMOCRATS
OLYMPIA – In Washington, over 10,000 untested sexual assault kits (SAKs) currently sit in police evidence, but that may soon change with legislation passed in Olympia on Thursday. Sponsored by…
OLYMPIA – In recent years, workers in adult entertainment establishments have come forward citing workplace safety and security issues. In the wake of these revelations, Rep. Tina Orwall, D-Des Moines,…
OLYMPIA – House lawmakers voted unanimously to pass legislation (HB 1166) addressing the backlog of over 8,000 rape kits in police custody on Wednesday evening. “Our state has been moving…
OLYMPIA – Legislation expanding language interpretation services for families in public schools passed off the House floor today. “Engaging parents and families is critical to student success,” said Rep. Tina…
OLYMPIA – The House of Representatives once again passed legislation to support survivors of sexual assault. Sponsored by Rep. Tina Orwall, D-Des Moines, HB 1002 modifies the offense of rape…