Seattle PI writer Joel Connelly posted a great piece on the Reproductive Parity Act, which the House voted to approve yesterday. Rep. Gael Tarleton, D-Seattle, laid out the Reproductive Parity…
Tag: health care
Riccelli bill seeks to expand access to affordable health care
Rep. Marcus Riccelli (D-Spokane) has introduced legislation that would take the first-step towards implementing the Federal Basic Health Option in Washington, with the ultimate goal of providing low-cost health insurance…
Listen up!
This has been a very busy week for State Rep. Laurie Jinkins. On Tuesday, as Chair of the House Judiciary Committee she presided over one of the most hotly contested…
House passes first paid sick and safe leave for Washington state
Today, in a 52-45 vote, the House passed HB 1313, allowing for some paid sick leave for all workers. The prime sponsor of the bill, Rep. Jinkins spoke in favor…
Mr. Schwartz goes to Olympia
Do you need a fancy suit or law degree to make a difference in Olympia? Nope and nope. Citizen-activists make a difference here every day. Take Jeff Schwartz — a…