As opioids devastate tribes in Washington state, tribal leaders push for added funding Tribal leaders in Washington state are urging lawmakers there to pass a bill that would send millions…
Riccelli’s universal free school meals bill approved by Education Committee
OLYMPIA – Hungry kids can’t focus on learning with empty stomachs. If they can’t focus, they can’t learn. Throughout the years, Rep. Marcus Riccelli (D-Spokane) has led the charge to…
Elected officials, residents propose action to cut noise and air pollution near Sea-Tac Airport
OLYMPIA — Legislators, local elected officials, and community members gathered at a press conference Monday to demand economic and social justice for people living near Sea-Tac Airport. Speakers supported legislation (SB…
Smokey Bear license plate hears public testimony; needs public support
OLYMPIA—Do you love Smokey Bear? Rep. Brandy Donaghy (D-Mill Creek) does, and so does Sen. T’wina Nobles (D-Fircrest). Both state legislators have bills in the Washington State Legislature this year…
Wednesday, January 17
Sweeping package of gun legislation proposed by Democrats is met by packed public hearing Democrats in Washington are proposing several new pieces of legislation aimed at reducing firearm violence in…