Letter to the Sound Transit Board of Directors from the 27th LD delegation regarding completion of the Tacoma Dome extension
May 1, 2026 Sound Transit Board of Directors 401 S. Jackson Street Seattle, WA 98104 Dear Chair and Members of the Sound Transit Board, On behalf of the 27th Legislative...
End of Session Update: Delivering Transportation Solutions for Tacoma
Dear friends and neighbors, As the 2026 legislative session comes to a close, I want to share what we accomplished this year, with a focus on the work I’m proudest of as Chair of the...
Transportation budget + what I am hearing from you
We’re deep into the busiest part of the legislative session, and over the last week we released three major budget proposals — Operating, Capital, and Transportation — that shape how Washington invests...
House Transportation Budget Focuses on Preservation, and Long-Term Fiscal Sustainability
OLYMPIA — Today, House Transportation Committee Chair Rep. Jake Fey (D -Tacoma) and Transportation Committee Minority Ranking Member Rep. Andrew Barkis (R – Lacey) released the proposed House transportation budget. The proposal prioritizes preserving and maintaining Washington’s roads,...
Legislative news: town hall, supporting flood recovery, IBR
In-person Town Hall: Saturday, Feb. 21 I hope you’ll join me, Speaker Laurie Jinkins, and Sen. Yasmin Trudeau on Saturday, February 21 at 10:00 a.m. for an in-person town hall...
I-5 bridge update, town hall, bill updates
Hello friends, These last few weeks have been big for Southwest Washington and the entire state. After years of work and uncertainty, the Interstate 5 Bridge Replacement took a major...
The 2026 legislative session is underway
Hello friends, The 2026 legislative session is officially underway in Olympia, and I’m grateful for the opportunity to represent our community and keep you updated as the work moves quickly...
New Law Signed to Boost Ferry Workforce, Improve Reliability Across Puget Sound
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...
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...
Washington State Legislature Passes Comprehensive Transportation Budget
OLYMPIA—The Washington State Legislature has approved a comprehensive transportation budget to support statewide mobility, infrastructure, and sustainability goals. The budget passed both the House and Senate with bipartisan support and now heads...
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...
MEDIA ADVISORY: 27th LD legislators hosting town hall
Who: Sen. Yasmin Trudeau, Speaker Laurie Jinkins, Rep. Jake Fey What: 27th Legislative District Town Hall When: Saturday, March 15th, 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. (sign-in begins at 9:30 a.m.)...
Washington State House Passes Legislation to Expand Community Use of Unused Highway Land
OLYMPIA, WA – The Washington State House of Representatives has passed House Bill 1774, legislation that allows the Washington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT) to incorporate social, environmental, and economic...
LD 27 Update: The truth about the Road Usage Charge bill, honoring WA State Troopers
Dear Friends and Neighbors, The 2025 legislative session is in full swing, and I want to share updates on important work happening at the Capitol, including a major step forward...
Rep. Jake Fey Introduces Road Usage Charge Bill to Ensure Fair & Sustainable Transportation Funding
OLYMPIA, Wash. – Rep. Jake Fey, D-Tacoma, Chair of the House Transportation Committee, has introduced legislation (HB 1921) to establish a Road Usage Charge (RUC), a fair and sustainable way...
27th LD Update: Committee Work, Recycling Rates, and A Page in My Office!
Dear Friends and Neighbors, As we begin the month of February, we are moving into Week 4 of the legislative session. Here’s the latest on our process, a bill I’d...
27th LD Update: The 2025 Legislative Session is underway, transportation budget priorities
Dear Friends and Neighbors, The 2025 Legislative Session got underway on Monday, January 13. This is a long session year lasting 105 days. During this session we will pass our...
A Note: Election Year Restrictions and Contacting My Office.
Friends and neighbors, This will be the last email update you will get from me until after the election. I explain a bit about this in my latest video. The...