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MEDIA ADVISORY: Press conference on reducing noise and air pollution near Sea-Tac Airport on Monday, Jan. 15

OLYMPIA — Sen. Karen Keiser, Rep. Tina Orwall, and constituents will hold an in-person press conference on Monday, Jan. 15, to discuss SB 5955 (HB 2103). The legislation addresses the... READ MORE

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House passes Paul bill on dual credit programs

OLYMPIA—Getting college credit just got a little easier for high school students in Washington state after the passage of House Bill 1146 on dual credit.  “Dual credit programs give high... READ MORE

Rep. Street elected Vice Chair of the House Democratic Caucus

OLYMPIA—Earlier today, Rep. Chipalo Street (D-Seattle) was elected by his fellow members of the House Democratic Caucus in the Washington State Legislature to serve in a caucus leadership role as... READ MORE

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Speaker Jinkins: “Optimistic and determined” about 2024 Legislative Session

Ver más abajo para la traducción al español OLYMPIA – The 2024 Legislative Session convened today with opening ceremonies in the state House and Senate. House Speaker Laurie Jinkins (D-Tacoma)... READ MORE

House passes HB 1455 on first day of 2024 session

OLYMPIA – The Washington House of Representatives started the 2024 session with a major policy win by banning child marriage on day one.   Rep. Monica Stonier (D-Vancouver) introduced House Bill... READ MORE