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First weeks in Olympia: safer roads, healthier students, and consumer protections

Hello friends,  The 2026 legislative session is officially underway in Olympia, and I’m honored to represent our community. Opening week moves fast — committees begin hearing bills right away, and legislators are working long... READ MORE

Flood Resources

Please find resources that may help in this time of emergency for our state and community below. Also, see the Emergency Proclamation issued by Snohomish County that includes guidance for drivers and... READ MORE

TOWN HALL: Please chat with us on December 13

Dear friends and neighbors, Rep. April Berg and Rep. Brandy Donaghy would like to invite you to a 44th Legislative District town hall conversation on: 📅 Saturday, December 13🕕 4:00-5:00... READ MORE

Want to buy someone’s house to flip it? Not without informing the owners of their rights. 

OLYMPIA – Our homes are typically our most significant investments. When making the decision to buy or sell, it’s important that we have access to the information we might need... READ MORE

Legislative Update: What does ‘progressive revenue’ mean for you?

Dear Friends and Neighbors,     Before I get into the latest on what’s happening in Olympia, I want to quickly thank all of you that joined me at my recent town... READ MORE

Legislative Update: Let the floor action begin! And apply for the Working Families Tax Credit

Dear Friends and Neighbors,   Before I get into the latest on what’s happening at the legislature, I want to invite you to the 44th Legislative District Town Hall happening on... READ MORE

MEDIA ADVISORY: Two in-person town halls with Rep. Brandy Donaghy on Mar. 22nd. 

Who: Rep. Brandy Donaghy  What: In-person town hall meeting.  When and Where:  11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. Heatherwood Middle School cafeteria, 1419 Trillium Blvd SE #14, Mill Creek, WA 98012 ... READ MORE

Donaghy bill ensuring transparency in solicited real estate sent to Senate.

OLYMPIA – A bill to ensure transparency in solicited real estate transactions has cleared the House of Representatives. Sponsored by Rep. Brandy Donaghy, D-Mill Creek, House Bill 1081 requires companies... READ MORE

House Passes Bill to Prevent Surprise Hotel Stay Fees and Taxes

OLYMPIA – Monday, the Washington State House of Representatives passed House Bill 1080, protecting Washington residents from surprise fees and taxes when booking a hotel stay or other lodging.   Sponsored... READ MORE

Legislative Update: Preparing for policy cutoff and celebrating Black History Month

Dear Friends and Neighbors,   You may start hearing about bills that “died,” during the session. That’s likely referring to our first deadline of the session that’s happening this week called... READ MORE

Legislative Update: Addressing street racing, winter weather driving tips, and protecting vulnerable communities

Dear Friends and Neighbors,   We are now headed into Week 5 of the legislative session. Our committees are busy hearing hundreds of bills and I’ve been meeting with constituents and... READ MORE

Legislative Update: Welcome to the 2025 Session; traffic safety priorities

Dear Friends and Neighbors,  We are now in week two of the 2025 Legislative Session and I am excited to be back on campus working with my legislative colleagues. This... READ MORE

Governor signs Donaghy bill on traffic safety into law.

OLYMPIA— The Washington Traffic Safety Commission recently released data showing that 800 people lost their lives on Washington roads in 2023—the highest number seen in our state since 1990. “Speeding and... READ MORE

Legislative Update: News on My Bills

Dear friends and neighbors,  The 2024 legislative session is a wrap! It concluded at 5:49 p.m. on March 7 and I’m now back home in Snohomish County working on issues... READ MORE

Donaghy bill supporting paraeducators clears the Senate 

OLYMPIA—A bill to improve the course of study paraeducators receive from school districts, House Bill 1277, cleared the Washington State Senate today.   Passed out of the Washington State House of... READ MORE