Dear Neighbors, The 2014 Legislative Session started last week, and included a rare first-day vote, Governor Inslee’s first State of the State address, and several public rallies. It looks like…
Rep. Orwall’s Legislative Update for January 22, 2014
Making childcare a safe place
On May 2 of last year, five-month-old Baby Eve died of SIDS in a Seattle Childcare called First Nest. But the story doesn’t start there. Twelve years ago, another infant,…
Statement from Rep. Kevin Van De Wege on House passage of the Toxic-Free Kids and Families Act
“For the third time, a majority of the state House agreed that we don’t have to choose between our families’ health and their safety. The Toxic-Free Kids and Families Act…
Wednesday, January 22
Quote of the Day “Every worker needs time to rest to be productive. This is what an innovative economy requires to improve quality of life for everyone.” – Rep. Gael…
Kindergarten-assessment data touts early learning
From the get-go, our youngest students need the right tools to get their school careers off on the right foot. For many years, educators, lawmakers and parents have stressed the…