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• Prioritizing mental health | February 20, 2014

  We are devoting this week’s newsletter to one of Eileen’s priority bills for the 2014 session. House Bill 2725 will make it easier for individuals with severe mental illness to… READ MORE

• Houses Passes bill to bring transparency to oil transport in Washington | February 18, 2014

  The Washington House of Representatives passed HB 2347 designed to enhance the safety of the transportation of oil over rail lines and through waterways. Domestic oil production is surging and… READ MORE

• Weekly E-Newsletter | February 13, 2014

  Greetings from Olympia!   We hope you enjoyed the winter blitz that hit Seattle this weekend. We’re happy to report we made it back to Olympia on Monday ready to… READ MORE

• Weekly E-Newsletter | February 7, 2014

  Hello from Olympia!   What an exciting week it’s been for Washingtonians! Congratulations to the Seattle Seahawks and the 12th Man on an impressive Super Bowl victory! On Wednesday, we… READ MORE

• House committee approves environmental protection bills | February 6, 2014

  The House Environment Committee approved five bills yesterday that will create greater environmental stewardship for individuals and involve Washington communities in environmental decision-making. “We intend to open up the doors… READ MORE

• Reps. Fitzgibbon and Cody to hold telephone town hall | January 29, 2014

  On Wednesday February 5th, 34th Legislative District Representatives Joe Fitzgibbon and Eileen Cody will hold a telephone town hall with their district. The purpose of the town hall is to… READ MORE

• House OKs elections bills highlighting fairness, efficiency | January 27, 2014

  Equity, common sense emphasized in voting measures sent over to the Senate  The state House of Representatives today approved plans for major improvements in the elections system. Aimed at helping… READ MORE

• Legislative Update from Reps. Cody and Fitzgibbon | January 23, 2014

  MLK Day at the Capitol   There are exciting things happening in Olympia this week! Monday was Martin Luther King, Jr. Day, and while this may be a day off… READ MORE

• Update from Reps. Cody and Fitzgibbon: Dream Act Passes House! | January 17, 2014

  Happy Friday! At the end of the first week, the 2014 session is in full swing.  Yesterday the Capitol was abuzz with the annual visit from Snohomish High School seniors,… READ MORE

• The 2014 Legislative Session Begins | January 14, 2014

  We’re happy to be back in Olympia for the start of another session, though we’re going to miss our afternoons of meeting at C&P Coffee and the Burien Press. This is… READ MORE

• Fitzgibbon to chair House Environment Committee | January 3, 2014

  State Rep. Joe Fitzgibbon of Burien will play a key role in protecting the quality of the water, land and air in Washington state as the new chair of the… READ MORE

• Rep. Joe Fitzgibbon: My New Year’s Resolution | December 23, 2013

  I’m a football fan—specifically, I’m a Seattle Seahawks 12th Man. We adhere to the tenets of Win Forever: Three rules: 1. Always protect the team; 2. No whining, no complaining,… READ MORE

• Climate Legislative and Executive Workgroup now up and running | May 16, 2013

  Sen. Kevin Ranker, D-Orcas Island, and Rep. Joe Fitzgibbon, D-Burien, expressed hope and enthusiasm after the first meeting of Gov.  Jay Inslee’s Climate Legislative and Executive Workgroup yesterday. “This is… READ MORE

• The Transportation Budget | April 28, 2013

  In a previous legislative update, I talked about many of the challenges that the Legislature faces when it comes to having and maintaining a robust transportation system that meets the… READ MORE

• Legislative Update: Bills in the Senate! | March 29, 2013

  As we move through the legislative process, there are various steps that a bill must complete on its way to becoming law. One of the big hurdles is passing out… READ MORE

• Reps. Cody and Fitzgibbon to host telephone town hall | March 14, 2013

  Who: Reps. Eileen Cody and Joe Fitzgibbon What: Telephone town hall When: 6:00 – 7:00 P.M. on Wednesday, March 20th Why: To discuss legislative priorities with constituents, solicit their feedback… READ MORE

• Legislative Update: King County Ferry District & Toxic Toys | March 13, 2013

  This past week we have been working long days (and in some cases, long nights) passing legislation on the House floor. Each bill we pass heads over to the Senate… READ MORE

• House OKs bills to increase voters’ access to their democracy | March 7, 2013

  Legislation seeks stronger participation and diversity in the political process OLYMPIA – A slate of voting and elections-bills designed to improve voter participation and boost diversity among the men and… READ MORE

• Legislative Update: Increasing voter access | February 18, 2013

  The Right to Vote Across the country, legislatures are trying to make it harder for everyday folks to cast ballots. These scoundrels can’t enact their anti-middle class legislation when everyone… READ MORE

• Rep. Joe Fitzgibbon’s Legislative Update: Week Three | February 4, 2013

  Visiting Olympia During the legislative session, many advocacy groups and individuals travel down to Olympia to briefly meet with legislators and express their opinions on bills and other issues before… READ MORE

• Welcome to the 2013 Legislative Session | January 17, 2013

  Friends, I am excited to be back in Olympia for the 2013 Legislative Session. As our state continues to climb out of the recession, I look forward to advocating for… READ MORE

• Fitzgibbon reappointed to vice-chair role, elected to caucus leadership post | December 12, 2012

  Earlier this week, the House Democratic Caucus announced its committee structure for the upcoming session. State Representative Joe Fitzgibbon (D-Burien) will continue to serve as vice-chair of the House Local… READ MORE

• My goals for the upcoming session | December 3, 2012

  Thank you for the opportunity to represent you for another two-year term in Olympia. The Legislature will face many challenges when it convenes on January 14, 2013. One of our… READ MORE

• House Democrats round out leadership team | November 29, 2012

  The House Democratic Caucus elected the remaining members of their leadership team today. Adding to the positions previously elected are: – Jim Moeller (Vancouver): Speaker pro tem-designate – Tina Orwall… READ MORE

• Rep. Fitzgibbon’s statement on ferrying funding coming to WSF | June 29, 2012

  I am excited to hear the news that Senator Patty Murray was successful in securing up to $20 million in annual ferry funding. The demand for ferry services has risen… READ MORE

• Rep. Joe Fitzgibbon statement on the U.S. Supreme Court ruling on the Affordable Care Act | June 28, 2012

  I applaud the decision handed down this week by the court that upheld the Affordable Care Act. This decision means we can finally move forward with ensuring everyone has access… READ MORE

• Statement from Rep. Joe Fitzgibbon on actions in the Senate | March 2, 2012

  Following is a statement from Rep. Joe Fitzgibbon (D-Burien) regarding legislation that died in the state Senate Friday evening. I’m disappointed partisanship got in the way of enacting two very… READ MORE

• House approves bill to spur innovations in energy conservation | March 1, 2012

  Olympia – By a unanimous vote, the House approved Senate Bill 6414 Wednesday evening that would further advance the state’s energy conservation efforts under I-937. The bill’s supporters say this… READ MORE

• House budget keeps passenger ferries at Colman Dock | February 27, 2012

  Olympia – A group of Puget Sound lawmakers is looking to ensure passenger-only ferries continue operating in the Puget Sound. Rep. Joe Fitzgibbon (D-Burien) is working with Rep. Drew Hansen… READ MORE

• Lawmakers, Yellow Pages industry spearheading efforts to cut down on unwanted phone books | February 19, 2012

  Olympia – A group of lawmakers announced today that they have secured an agreement with Yellow Pages publishers that will reduce the number of unwanted phone directories delivered to doorsteps… READ MORE

• Rep. Fitzgibbon to Introduce Bag Ban | January 12, 2012

    Jan. 12, 2012, Olympia – Representative Joe Fitzgibbon (D-34) held a press conference earlier today to announce legislation aimed at protecting Puget Sound wildlife and the environment from harmful… READ MORE

• Vulnerable roadway-user bill signed into law | May 17, 2011

  OLYMPIA – Legislation to protect vulnerable roadway users was signed into law Monday. Rep. Joe Fitzgibbon, D-Burien, introduced the House version of the bill to provide protection for all users… READ MORE

• House approves bill to better protect bicyclists and pedestrians | March 3, 2011

  OLYMPIA – Legislation to increase penalties on drivers that kill or seriously hurt vulnerable people on the road was approved by the House today. A traffic ticket, under current law,… READ MORE

• 34th District lawmakers invite citizens to town hall meeting | February 25, 2011

  OLYMPIA — Sen. Sharon Nelson, Rep. Eileen Cody and Rep. Joe Fitzgibbon will host a town hall meeting to talk about the 2011 Legislative Session and to hear from constituents…. READ MORE

• Local lawmakers introduce bill to clean up lost fishing nets | February 8, 2011

  OLYMPIA – Legislation introduced last week would help reduce the amount of lost fishing nets wreaking havoc in waterways around the state. When a commercial fishing boat loses a net,… READ MORE

• Fitzgibbon picked to work environment and transportation issues | January 11, 2011

  OLYMPIA – Leaders in the House have picked Rep. Joe Fitzgibbon to serve on the Environment, Transportation, Local Government, and General Government Appropriations and Oversight committees.  Fitzgibbon officially began work… READ MORE