Dear friends and neighbors, Embarking on the 2024 legislative session, my overarching commitment is to champion initiatives that resonate with the core values of our diverse constituency. My focus remains…
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Op-Ed in the Seattle Medium: Upholding Dr. King’s Legacy: Action Beyond Words In Protecting Our Right To Vote
These days, I often find myself reflecting on the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., and it’s not his eloquent speeches or peaceful protests that I dwell on. It…
Media Advisory: 47th District In-Person Town Hall on June 10
Please join your lawmakers from the 47th Legislative District for a town hall meeting at Covington City Hall on Saturday, June 10 from 10-11 a.m. This is their chance to…
Wrapping up the session: support for students and families in WA
Dear friends and neighbors, As we approach sine die, I wanted to take a moment to reflect on the progress we’ve made and the work that still needs to be…
Week 13: Housing, Property Tax, and Advisory Votes
Dear friends and neighbors, Thank you to all those who attended the recent 47th legislative district telephone town hall. Your engagement and participation were truly appreciated, and wonderful to connect…
Impacting Kids & Education Across Our State
Dear Friends and Neighbors, It’s the tenth week of the legislative session–and it’s been so wonderful operating in-person and interacting with so many of you face-to-face. One of the most…
House Passes Entenman’s Student Basic Needs Act
OLYMPIA—Students can’t learn effectively unless their basic needs are met. House Bill 1559, sponsored by Rep. Debra Entenman (D-Kent), was passed in the House on March 3, 2023. This bill establishes…
Washington State Legislative Black Caucus statement on the death of Tyre Nichols
The Legislative Black Caucus Chair Rep. David Hackney, D-Tukwila, released the following statement on the death of Tyre Nichols, who was beaten by officers of the Memphis Police Department during…
Welcome to the 2023 Legislative Session!
Dear Friends and Neighbors, Monday, January 9th marked the start of the 2023 Legislative Session, and I am honored to return as your 47th Legislative District representative. This year, I…
Rep. Entenman’s Legislative Update
Election Year Freeze During an election year, there are certain restrictions on my communications to prevent the use of state resources for election purposes. These restrictions include a freeze on…