Friends and neighbors, The 2025 legislative session ended on April 27th. A lot of meaningful work was completed during those 105-days, and policies and investments were passed that will impact…
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Gov. Signs HB 1391 to Standardize Juvenile Diversion Programs, Reduce Recidivism
OLYMPIA – Gov. Ferguson has signed HB 1391, sponsored by Rep. Julio Cortes (D-Everett), into law, marking a meaningful win for juvenile justice reform. The bill standardizes juvenile diversion programs…
Ferguson Signs Rep. Cortes’ Bill to Strengthen Prevailing Wage Protections
OLYMPIA – Governor Ferguson has signed Rep. Julio Cortes’ (D-Everett) bill, HB 1821, into law, marking a major step in combating wage theft and protecting workers’ rights. The law expands…
Chair & Vice-Chair of Latino Democratic Caucus Issue Warning, Condemn ICE Raids
Para español, vea más abajo OLYMPIA – The following are statements from Rep. Lillian Ortiz Self (D-Mukilteo), Chair of the Latino Democratic Caucus and House Democratic Caucus, and Vice-Chair Julio Cortes…
You’re Invited: 38th LD Telephone Town Hall
Who: Sen. June Robinson, Reps. Mary Fosse & Julio Cortes, and residents of the district! What: Telephone Town Hall When: March 20th, 6:30-7:30 PM Where: By phone – participants can…
Rep. Cortes: ‘Standardize Juvenile Diversion Programs, Cut Recidivism Rates’
OLYMPIA – In a major victory for juvenile justice reform, the House of Representatives has passed House Bill 1391 today. Introduced by Rep. Julio Cortes (D-Everett), the legislation will help…
Reviewing the 2024 Legislative Session, Apple Health Extension, & Stay in Touch
Friends and neighbors, Thank you for joining Senator Robinson, Representative Fosse, and I for our recent town hall meeting. It was heartening to see such strong community engagement as we…
Join Us For A Town Hall Next Sunday
Dear Friends and Neighbors, We’re excited to extend an invitation to our upcoming town hall! Join us for an engaging review of the 2024 legislative session and to share the…
Gov. Signs Cortes Bill Providing Juvenile Justice
OLYMPIA – Washington took a meaningful step forward in juvenile justice reform with Governor Inslee signing Substitute House Bill 2217, introduced by Rep. Julio Cortes (D-Everett). This legislation marks a…
Legislature Provides Funding for Latino Educational Training Institute (LETI)
Ver más abajo para la versión en español Legislature Provides Funding for Latino Educational Training Institute (LETI) OLYMPIA – Upon adjournment of the 2024 legislative session, Rep. Julio Cortes (D-Everett),…