The state House of Representatives was honored on Monday, February 15, 2016 by several special guests. Six Gold Star Kids, whose parents serve our country, were joined by Seattle Seahawk Jermaine…
Tuesday, February 16
Print Associated Press Harsher DUI penalties pass Washington House House Oks partial automatic voter registration bill Bill to rename State Route 99 in Washington clears House (Dunshee) Othello takes steps…
Ricky’s Law to address substance abuse passes House

OLYMPIA – Families with loved ones suffering from substance abuse disorders may finally have another tool to fight addiction with the passage of Ricky’s Law. HB 1713 addresses the growing…
House cracks down on toxic chemicals

OLYMPIA – As a firefighter, Rep. Kevin Van De Wege (D-Sequim) knows how often toxic flame retardant chemicals are used in toys and furniture used by our families every day….
House passes bills to help schools meet the mental health needs of students

OLYMPIA—This afternoon the House of Representatives passed two bipartisan measures sponsored by Rep. Lillian Ortiz-Self, D-Mukilteo, to address students’ mental health issues in Washington schools before they become crisis situations….