Dear Friends and Neighbors, We are at the half-way point of the 2020 legislative session. The full House is now voting on bills that were passed by the relevant policy…
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LEGISLATIVE NEWS: Goodman named Legislator of the Year by Washington Council of Police and Sheriffs
OLYMPIA – – Rep. Roger Goodman (D-Kirkland), an attorney and criminal justice expert, was named Legislator of the Year by the Washington Council of Police and Sheriffs (WACOPS) at its annual Award Luncheon…
Video Update: Helping Students Return to School From the Justice System and Town Halls
Dear Friends and Neighbors, We’re almost at the half-way point of the 2020 legislative session. This session we are considering several important measures related to housing, education, environmental protection, health…
Addressing the Homelessness Crisis, Swatting, 2020 Environmental Goals
When Pranks Turn Deadly “Swatting” is when someone with malicious intent falsely reports an emergency to get armed law enforcement to show up in force at someone’s home or business….
Paid Family Leave, Ending Youth Solitary Confinement, and Updating Background Checks
A Very Welcome Game-Changer for Working Families is Finally Here To promote family stability and economic security, three years ago the Legislature passed the Paid Family and Medical Leave Act….
The 2020 Legislative Session has Begun!
Dear Friends and Neighbors, This week marks the beginning of the 2020 legislative session, and I am honored to be back at the Capitol as your 45th Legislative District representative….