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Governor Signs Farivar Bill Addressing Judicial Delays

OLYMPIA – Today, Governor Ferguson signed House Bill 1112, a bipartisan bill to reduce delays in Seattle Municipal Court by eliminating a city residency requirement for pro tempore judges. Introduced... READ MORE

Rep. Hill’s Bipartisan Bill Modernizing Legal Service Requirements Signed by Governor

OLYMPIA – A bipartisan effort led by Rep. Natasha Hill (D-Spokane) to update Washington’s legal process service requirements was signed into law today by Governor Bob Ferguson. House Bill 1361... READ MORE

New Law Opens Doors for Young Students Seeking a Second Chance at Graduation

OLYMPIA – For thousands of Washington students who leave traditional high school before graduation, the path to a diploma just got more accessible. Today, Governor Bob Ferguson signed into law... READ MORE

Gov. Ferguson Signs Bill Officially Recognizing Eid Holidays

OLYMPIA — In a historic moment for religious inclusion and cultural recognition, Governor Bob Ferguson signed Senate Bill 5106 into law this evening during a community celebration at the Islamic... READ MORE

Governor Signs Macri’s Bill on Long Term Care Training Requirement Improvements

OLYMPIA—Governor Bob Ferguson signed HB 1142 into law yesterday, a new law prime sponsored by Rep. Nicole Macri (D-Seattle) that aligns training and certification requirements for long term care workers... READ MORE