Dear Friends and Neighbors, I’m excited to share important updates from our legislative session as we continue our commitment to expanding safe, affordable housing for every Washingtonian. New Sales and…
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Committee Advances Andrea Smith Hudson Act to Prevent Speeding Deaths
OLYMPIA – The House Transportation Committee passed the Andrea Smith Hudson Act out of committee Thursday with strong bipartisan support, clearing the way for debate on the House floor. Sponsored…
Update from Olympia: committees, priorities, bill highlights and more
Dear Friends and neighbors, I am honored to continue serving the 28th Legislative District neighbors and communities. I am eager to share my priorities and the initiatives I will be…
Leavitt ferry reform bill improves maintenance
OLYMPIA—Ferries are the lifeline for thousands of Washingtonians. Working class people across four counties rely on ferries as their only way to get on and off an island. “Our…
Andrea Smith Hudson: Honoring a loving mother by forging change
Dear friends and neighbors, Andrea Smith Hudson was a loving mother, daughter, and sister who loved camping, spending time outdoors, and caring for her family. One tragic day last March,…
MEDIA ADVISORY: Victims’ parents to testify on a bill that addresses speeding.
Who: Rep. Mari Leavitt, Ted Smith (father of Andrea Smith Hudson) and others who have lost loved ones to speeding. What: Hearing for House Bill 1596 tentatively named the Andrea…
Welcome to the 2025 Session! My priorities, keeping our National Guard strong, and highlighting the talent in the 28th
Dear Friends and Neighbors, On Monday, January 13th, we kicked off the 2025-26 legislative session. At nearly two weeks into this process, we are busy hearing and debating bills. I…
MEDIA ADVISORY: Rep. Leavitt to hold January 9th Community Conversation with guests Lakewood mayor and police chief
Please join Rep. Mari Leavitt along with guests Lakewood Mayor Jason Whalen and Lakewood Police Chief Patrick Smith for a community conversation. This is an opportunity to hear updates on…
You’re invited to join me for a community conversation on January 9th
[NOTE: The time time for this event has been updated. It will run from 5:30 – 7:00PM] Dear Friends and neighbors, I am writing to invite you to a Community…
Leavitt re-elected Deputy Majority Whip
OLYMPIA—Rep. Mari Leavitt, D-University Place, has been re-elected House Deputy Majority Whip. In this role, Leavitt will be responsible for assisting the majority whip with numerous duties, including tracking the…