Tribal-treaty rights make salmon akin to a fourth branch of government in Washington, and fish recovery should guide farming near water, and rural and economic development, according to a bill…
Category: Debra Lekanoff
STATE PATROL UNDER PRESSURE TO EXAMINE BIAS IN SEARCHES OF PEOPLE OF COLOR
Improving diversity is important going forward, as is making sure troopers have training about and are familiar with the communities they’re policing, said Rep. Debra Lekanoff, D-Bow. “The majority of…
Recreation over preservation? Residents and Natives worry the San Juan Islands could be ‘loved to death’
State Rep. Debra Lekanoff, a Democrat representing the San Juans who also works for the Swinomish tribe, said the plan endangers the area’s ecological and cultural treasures. A Tlingit from…
Happy Fantastic Friday!
Honoring the Legacy of Martin Luther King Jr. On Monday, we celebrated the deeds and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Last session, it was an honor to stand…
40th District legislators lay out plan for session
Clean energy, electric ferries and local school funding are among the issues on the agendas of the 40th District senator and representatives during the 60-day legislative session, which began Jan….
Women’s march held in Mount Vernon
Men and women alike turned out Saturday for a Women Rising 2020 march in downtown Mount Vernon. The event was held in conjunction with others throughout the country. The Mount…
Alex Ramel selected to replace Rep. Jeff Morris
Following Rep. Jeff Morris’ November 2019 resignation from his position in Washington’s 40th District, Alex Ramel of Bellingham will take over the vacant seat. “A big congratulations to Alex Ramel…
MEDIA ADVISORY: Oct 19 Town Halls with Rep. Lekanoff
Press and public invited to town halls in Anacortes and Bellingham Saturday, Oct, 19 Who: Rep. Debra Lekanoff What: Town Halls with 40th Legislative District constituents in Anacortes and Bellingham Locations:…
Let’s Talk: Town Halls and Community Coffees
RSVP: Upcoming town halls and community coffees In preparation for the 2020 Legislative Session, I am hosting a series of town halls and community coffees to hear what matters most…
New license plates to benefit San Juan Island stewardship available Oct. 1
Washington’s new San Juan Islands vehicle license plate will be ready for order October 1. Legislation authorizing the new license plate passed as Engrossed House Bill 1996. Many thanks to Representative…