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,…
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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…
You’re invited to join me for a Community Conversation December 10th
Dear Friends and neighbors, I am writing to invite you to a Community Conversation from 6:00-7:30 PM on Tues., Dec. 10 at the University Place Library. You can make your…
Election Year Restrictions and Supporting Veterans and Service Members and their Families.
Dear Friends and Neighbors, I hope your spring is going well. In this email update, I am going to share with you some of my successes this session to support…
Helping our families and communities respond to the opioid and fentanyl crisis.
Friends and Neighbors, Drugs like fentanyl are hurting our families, friends, and communities. Those who are living with the pain of substance use disorder are feeling the most harm due…
Community Conversations and Economic Prosperity
Friends and neighbors, First, I wanted to let you know that you are invited to join me for a community conversation on Saturday, April 13th, from 9 AM to 10…