Middle housing proposal passes House panel with changes A proposal to legalize denser zoning laws statewide has cleared its first hurdle in the Legislature but looks a little different from…
Tuesday, February 7
WA schools still restrain, isolate students often despite state laws, report says A watchdog report by disability rights advocates found that restraint and isolation have been excessively and improperly used…
LEGISLATIVE NEWS: Public hearing set for bipartisan legislation that offers solution to salmon recovery and riparian areas
Bipartisan legislation in the state House of Representatives to improve salmon recovery and riparian habitat is scheduled for a public hearing on Tuesday, Feb. 7 at 10:30 a.m. in the…
Rep. April Berg Promotes Water Safety and Drowning Prevention with House Bill 1750
Olympia, WA – State Representative April Berg (D – Mill Creek) introduced House Bill 1750, also known as Yori’s Law, aimed at promoting water safety and drowning prevention education. Drowning…
Monday, February 6
Lawmakers propose mandatory child abuse reporting for WA clergy Many people are required to report child abuse or neglect in Washington state. They include doctors, nurses, and teachers. One group…