OLYMPIA – Rep. Mari Leavitt, D-University Place, is privileged to receive five appointments: one appointment is to the Dept. of Children, Youth and Families’ (DCYF) Partnership Council on Juvenile Justice…
Leavitt Receives Multiple Appointments
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2023 Legislative Session Recap
Dear friends and neighbors, On April 26, after 105 days, the 2023 legislative session concluded. This year brought us back to Olympia, in person, where each day provided new opportunities…
Governor Signs Rep. Leavitt’s Workforce Development Bill Package
OLYMPIA – Economic resiliency and shared prosperity for Washingtonians hinges on effective workforce development. It requires addressing key workforce shortages, meeting future demand for jobs, and expanding access to education…
Legislature Passes Bipartisan Bill Targeting Illegal Robocalls
OLYMPIA – Governor Jay Inslee was joined by democratic lawmakers and the Attorney General’s Office to celebrate the signing of House Bill 1051, the Robocall Spam Protection Act. Introduced by…
The Sam Martinez Stop Hazing Act Heads to Governor / Ley Sam Martínez para Detener Novatadas se dirige al gobernador
Ver más abajo para la versión en español Olympia – Legislation to prevent hazing has passed the Legislature and is heading to the governor’s desk for signature. House Bill 1002,…
Week 13: Town Hall Recap & Investing in Community Health & Public Safety
Dear Friends and Neighbors, Thank you so much to all those who attended the recent joint town hall with Rep. Bronoske and me at Clover Park Technical College. It was…
Senate Committee Passes Leavitt Bill Addressing Controlled Substance Equipment
OLYMPIA—Did you know that pill presses and other types of equipment used to distribute controlled substances like fentanyl are legal to be used, even when mass producing pills that kill?…
Week 10: An Upcoming Townhall & Legislative Update
Dear Friends and Neighbors, March 8th marked the House of Origin Cutoff in Olympia, which means we’ve crossed the deadline for most bills to pass either the House or the…
Leavitt passes bill addressing spam and robocalls from House
Olympia – Yesterday, the Washington House of Representatives passed House Bill 1051, the Robocall Spam Protection Act, holding bad actors accountable for illegal robocalls. Rep. Mari Leavitt, D-University Place, introduced…
Legislative Update: Improving Public Safety, Supporting Veterans, Workforce Development, & An Upcoming Townhall
Dear Friends and Neighbors, With the beginning of week 8 of legislative session, I have drafted and submitted twelve bills, two resolutions, and introduced numerous budget requests that benefit our…