OLYMPIA – Gov. Bob Ferguson signed Substitute House Bill 1264, legislation sponsored by Rep. Jake Fey (D-Tacoma) to ensure Washington State Ferries (WSF) can better compete for the skilled workforce…
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Gov. Ferguson signs Rep. Jake Fey’s legislation to expand community use of unused highway land
Legislation sponsored by Rep. Jake Fey (D–Tacoma) to unlock state-owned surplus highway land for community use has officially been signed into law by Governor Bob Ferguson. Substitute House Bill 1774 empowers…
2025 Post-Session Newsletter
Dear neighbors, The 2025 legislative session has concluded, and I’m proud to share some of the meaningful progress we’ve made. Despite difficult budget decisions, we passed a forward-thinking transportation budget…
Governor Signs Rep. Jake Fey’s Bill Supporting Washington State Patrol
Governor Bob Ferguson has signed into law House Bill 1605, sponsored by Rep. Jake Fey (D-Tacoma), which creates a longevity bonus program to help retain experienced Washington State Patrol (WSP)…
Budget breakdown, scam alert, LYAC applications
Dear friends and neighbors, We’re in the home stretch of the 2025 legislative session, and the focus in Olympia is squarely on one thing: the state budgets. Budget breakdown Each…
Legislature Passes Transportation Budget and Revenue Plan to Keep Washington Moving
OLYMPIA—Today, the Washington State Legislature passed a landmark 15.2 billion dollar transportation budget for 2025–27. Together, these measures ensure that Washington communities can count on safer roads, stronger transit systems,…
House Transportation Budget Prioritizes Safety, Preservation, and Key Investments Amidst Funding Challenges
OLYMPIA—The House Transportation Committee today released its proposed transportation budget, making strategic investments in critical areas while acknowledging the significant funding shortfalls that continue to challenge Washington’s transportation system. The…
MEDIA AVAILABILITY: House Transportation Chair Rep. Jake Fey to Discuss Transportation Budget Proposal
MEDIA ADVISORY March 21, 2025 OLYMPIA – Members of the press are invited to a media availability with Representative Jake Fey (D-Tacoma), Chair of the House Transportation Committee, to discuss…
Update: Town hall appreciation, a conversation with Rep. Wylie
Thank You: Town Hall Appreciation Thank you to everyone who joined me for our town hall last week! It was great to hear directly from constituents in the 27th Legislative…
The Road Usage Charge (RUC)
House Bill 1921 proposes to modernize how we fund our transportation system in Washington, by replacing the per gallon gas tax with a pay by mile system. The reason this change…