In this week’s report, Speaker of the House Frank Chopp discusses House Democratic priorities, workers’ comp, education reform, and “Connecting Washington,” the ambitious 10-year plan to improve transportation safety, freight…
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Speaker Frank Chopp’s remarks on Opening Day 2013
Welcome to the People’s House! Before I get rolling, I’d like to introduce my wife, Nancy. And let’s hear it for all the spouses and family members who sacrifice for…
“Our caucus is organized and energized”
Legislative leaders from each caucus spoke with reporters earlier this week during the annual Associated Press Legislative Preview. The leadership panel answered questions from reporters on several issues that will…
Democrats choose key leaders
There were no surprises today when the House Democrats gathered to begin selecting their leadership team for the next two years. Re-elected without opposition were: Frank Chopp (Seattle): House Speaker-designate…
Veteran Seattle lawmaker Gutiérrez Kenney announces retirement
OLYMPIA—Upon announcing that she will not seek re-election this November, State Rep. Phyllis Gutiérrez Kenney (D-Seattle) released the following statement: “I feel truly honored that the people of North Seattle…
House Democrats move priority bills before cutoff
February 14, 2012 OLYMPIA – From foster care to health care, House Democrats are pushing forward on priority legislation this session. After today’s cutoff for House bills to clear the…
Speaker Chopp gives opening day remarks to kickoff the 2012 legislative session
Speaker Chopp addresses the House Floor on issues such as job creation, education funding, and marriage equality on the opening day of the 2012 segislative session.
Speaker Frank Chopp’s Opening Day Speech
Full text of Speaker Frank Chopp’s opening day speech for the 2012 Legislative Session: Welcome back to the People’s House!
Statement from House Speaker Frank Chopp regarding Governor Gregoire’s announcement her marriage equality legislation
“Our caucus has a proud history of supporting equality for all people in Washington. Every family should have the same rights and responsibilities under the law, and I appreciate Governor…
Statement from House Speaker Frank Chopp regarding Governor Gregoire’s budget proposal:
“This recession has had an unprecedented impact on our state’s economy, and after three straight years of deep budget cuts, we have very few options left. I understand just how…