Dear friends and neighbors, As we approach sine die, (which is the Latin term for our last day of session) I wanted to take a moment to reflect on the…
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Bold Housing Action, Problem Gambling Awareness, and Community Funding
Thank you for coming to our town hall! Dear friends and neighbors, Thank you so much to all those who attended the recent 1st legislative district town hall. Your engagement and…
Week 10 | House of Origin Cutoff
Dear Friends and Neighbors, It’s week ten of the legislative session—and we’re over halfway through! We’ve been very busy on the House floor the last few weeks, running bills late…
House Passes Kloba Bill to Provide Protections for Medical Cannabis

OLYMPIA—Washington was on the leading edge of cannabis legalization. While this industry was opened cautiously, it still has gaps and inequalities that need to be fixed. Rep. Shelley Kloba (D-Kenmore) has…
Update from Olympia – and Town Hall Invitation!
Dear Friends and Neighbors, We’re 25% done with this Legislative Session and things are moving at a quick pace, to say the least! I am thrilled to share more on…
It’s Data Privacy Week – Update From Olympia
Dear Friends and Neighbors, The Legislative Session is off to a busy start—and it’s so wonderful operating in-person and interacting with so many of you face-to-face. Thank you to those…
Welcome to the 2023 Legislative
Dear friends and neighbors, January 9th marked the beginning of the 2023 legislative session, and I am honored to return once again as your 1st Legislative District representative. This year,…
What happened in Olympia this session?
Dear friends and neighbors, I’m happy to report that the Legislature finished its work on time with a balanced budget that puts people first. This is the first time since…
Helping small businesses and reforms to improve fairness and safety
Dear friends and neighbors, There’s a lot happening in the House of Representatives right now and in the committee I chair, Commerce & Gaming. Our committee has concluded its meetings…
Update from the Capitol: Session Wrap-Up, Protecting Students with Seizure Disorders, and Capital Budget Wins
Sine Die: A Historic Legislative Session The Legislature adjourned Sine Die on Friday, April 25, after the most unique and productive session that I can remember. In order to protect…