Washington lawmakers close out session, sending budgets to governor This year’s 105-day Washington state legislative session was in many ways a trudge. There was a multibillion-dollar budget deficit to solve….
Ferguson Signs Fosse’s Child Labor Safety Bill into Law
OLYMPIA – With the stroke of a pen, Governor Ferguson today signed House Bill 1644 into law. Sponsored by Rep. Mary Fosse (D-Everett), Vice Chair of the House Labor &…
Legislature passes budget to protect essential services, support K-12 education
Para español, favor de ver más abajo OLYMPIA — The Legislature passed a $77.1 billion operating budget Sunday that protects essential services while significantly boosting support for K-12 education. The…
Washington State Legislature Passes Comprehensive Transportation Budget
OLYMPIA—The Washington State Legislature has approved a comprehensive transportation budget to support statewide mobility, infrastructure, and sustainability goals. The budget passed both the House and Senate with bipartisan support and now heads…
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…