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Stealthing bill passes house with bipartisan vote

OLYMPIA– Survivors of sexual violence have another path to justice thanks to Rep. Liz Berry (D-Queen Anne) and her HB 1958. The bill allows for survivors of stealthing to bring... READ MORE

LEGISLATIVE NEWS: Farmworker Transparency Bill Advances to Senate

OLYMPIA – Today, Washington lawmakers moved closer to ensuring fair treatment and just compensation for the vital farmworker community with the House passage of House Bill 2226. Introduced by Representative... READ MORE

House Bill 1998 Expands Affordable Housing Options by Allowing Co-Living

OLYMPIA – Soaring rents and limited housing options are forcing Washingtonians to sacrifice location, quality, or even leave their communities in search of more affordable options. House Bill 1998 proposes... READ MORE

House passes Peterson bill to ban Octopus farming in Washington.

OLYMPIA – The Washington State House of Representatives passed legislation that will prevent the farming of Octopus in Washington State. Sponsored by Rep. Strom Peterson, D-Edmonds, House Bill 1153 passed... READ MORE

LEGISLATIVE NEWS: House Advances “Nothing About Us Without Us” Act

OLYMPIA – The Washington State House of Representatives has taken a significant step towards ensuring representation and meaningful participation in policymaking through the passage of House Bill 1541, also known... READ MORE