GOP lawmaker barred from House Chamber for rest of session after outburst Tensions soared in the state House of Representatives Thursday after a Republican lawmaker disrupted proceedings and was barred…
Gov. Signs Rep. Paul’s Bill Expanding Local Housing Flexibility into Law

OLYMPIA – Today, Governor Ferguson signed House Bill 1791 into law. Introduced by Rep. Dave Paul (D-Oak Harbor), the bill is a critical move forward in the fight against Washington’s…
Rep. Tharinger bill modernizing All-Payer Claims Database heads to Governor

OLYMPIA – The Washington All-Payer Claims Database (APCD) will be more user friendly thanks to HB 1382. Sponsored by Rep. Steve Tharinger (D-Port Townsend), the bill removes the exemption for…
Thursday, April 24
Washington must close this facility to protect our rights I am a proud member of Self Advocates in Leadership (SAIL), People First of Washington, and Allies in Advocacy, three organizations…
Wednesday, April 23
Changes made to WA tax plan: What’s still in play as end of session nears With just days left to go in the 2025 legislative session, Washington lawmakers are still…