19th District lawmaker’s leadership cited in ‘Landmark Deeds Award for Public Service’ OLYMPIA – An old proverb tells us that good deeds never go unpunished. But in fact, a coastal…
Takko hailed for his work supporting economic development
Time off for parents to attend school conferences aim of Liias bill
OLYMPIA – Legislation to make sure parents can get time off for teacher conferences received a hearing this week. Rep. Marko Liias, D-Edmonds, introduced the measure so parents wanting to…
DNA bill to keep offenders from progressing to more violent crime, lower investigation costs
Rep. Darneille and Sen. Fraser introduce legislation requiring DNA collection at time of arrest for the most serious of crimes; privacy safeguards in place OLYMPIA — Washington state Rep. Jeannie…
Hasegawa: put taxpayers’ money to work for Washington
OLYMPIA – A publicly owned Washington State Investment Trust (WIT) could be in the future if HB 1320 fares well as it goes through the legislative process. The bill, which…
37th District legislator encourages local teens to apply for House Page Program
OLYMPIA – We are at the start of the 2011 Legislative Session, and Rep. Eric Pettigrew (D-Seattle) invites young adults to apply for the House Page Program. “Taking part in…