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Governor Signs 12-month Supply of Hormone Therapy

OLYMPIA – Governor Ferguson signed a new law from Rep. Nicole Macri (D-Seattle) that further protects transgender people and individuals who have a prescription for hormone therapy. HB 1971 ensures... READ MORE

Governor Signs Rep. Jake Fey’s Bill Supporting Washington State Patrol

Governor Bob Ferguson has signed into law House Bill 1605, sponsored by Rep. Jake Fey (D-Tacoma), which creates a longevity bonus program to help retain experienced Washington State Patrol (WSP)... READ MORE

Taylor Bill Prioritizes Child Safety in Parenting Plan Update

  OLYMPIA — Children and survivors of domestic abuse will have stronger protections under a new law signed today by Governor Ferguson.  House Bill 1620, sponsored by Rep. Jamila Taylor... READ MORE

Governor Signs Taylor Family Reconciliation Bill to Support At-Risk Youth

OLYMPIA – Families experiencing conflict now have more tools to help resolve issues and start healing divides thanks to Rep. Jamila Taylor (D-Federal Way), the prime sponsor of House Bill 1509. ... READ MORE

Gov. Signs Paid Sick Leave Expansion for Immigration Proceedings Into Law

OLYMPIA – Washington has taken a major step toward strengthening worker protections and immigrant rights with the signing of House Bill 1875 into law. Introduced by Rep. Osman Salahuddin (D-Redmond),... READ MORE