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  Ferguson Signs Fosse’s Child Labor Safety Bill into Law | April 28, 2025

  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 &… READ MORE

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  Legislature passes budget to protect essential services, support K-12 education | April 27, 2025

  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… READ MORE

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  Washington State Legislature Passes Comprehensive Transportation Budget | April 27, 2025

  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… READ MORE

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  Governor Signs 12-month Supply of Hormone Therapy | April 27, 2025

  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… READ MORE

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  Governor Signs Rep. Jake Fey’s Bill Supporting Washington State Patrol | April 26, 2025

  Governor Bob Ferguson has signed into law House Bill 1605, sponsored by Rep. Jake Fey (D-Tacoma), which creates a longevity bonus program to help retain experienced Washington State Patrol (WSP)… READ MORE

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  Taylor Bill Prioritizes Child Safety in Parenting Plan Update | April 25, 2025

    OLYMPIA — Children and survivors of domestic abuse will have stronger protections under a new law signed today by Governor Ferguson.  House Bill 1620, sponsored by Rep. Jamila Taylor… READ MORE

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  Governor Signs Taylor Family Reconciliation Bill to Support At-Risk Youth | April 25, 2025

  OLYMPIA – Families experiencing conflict now have more tools to help resolve issues and start healing divides thanks to Rep. Jamila Taylor (D-Federal Way), the prime sponsor of House Bill 1509. … READ MORE

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  Gov. Signs Paid Sick Leave Expansion for Immigration Proceedings Into Law | April 25, 2025

  OLYMPIA – Washington has taken a major step toward strengthening worker protections and immigrant rights with the signing of House Bill 1875 into law. Introduced by Rep. Osman Salahuddin (D-Redmond),… READ MORE