Dear neighbors, 

The 2025 legislative session has officially come to a close, and I’m proud of the work we accomplished together. I wanted to take a moment to share a few highlights and let you know how we can stay connected during the interim.  

This session, I was proud to champion and pass House Bill 2015, which was recently signed into law. This legislation creates a $100 million grant program to help local governments reimagine public safety—by investing in not just law enforcement, but also in mental and behavioral health professionals, community outreach workers, peer counselors, and crisis response teams. 

Too often, communities—especially Black and Brown communities—have been over-policed and under-resourced. We know that true safety doesn’t come from force alone. It comes from trust, accountability, and community care. HB 2015 is a step toward that vision. 

The law also gives local governments the ability to raise dedicated public safety funding through a 0.1% sales tax—but only if they choose. And it comes with clear guidance that these investments must reflect the needs and voices of the people. 

This bill is about options, balance, and restoring trust. It’s about giving cities and counties the tools to recruit and retain officers who are trained in de-escalation and bias-free policing—while building out the holistic services that keep people safe and supported long before a crisis occurs. 

I understand that often times the lived experiences of communities have too often been let down by the very systems meant to protect us. That’s why I fought to make sure HB 2015 wasn’t just about dollars — it was about justice, equity, and doing safety differently.

Although we won’t have an in-district office this interim, my team is available to help you year-round. If you need assistance with a state agency or have questions about legislation or community resources, please don’t hesitate to reach out. 

  📞 Phone: (360) 786-7918

📧 Email me 

🏗️ Invite Me to Your Community!  If you’re hosting a community meeting, event, or site visit – I’d love to attend! Whether it’s a local nonprofit, manufacturer, small business, school, or neighborhood group, I’m always eager to meet with community members, learn more about your work, and discuss ways we can collaborate, including potential grant opportunities. 

Please don’t hesitate to reach out if there’s a way I can support or connect with your organization during the interim. 

In service,

Rep. Debra Entenman