People of color across Cascadia speak up against climate change Communities of color, low-income people and other marginalized groups are disproportionately impacted by the effects of climate change, according to…
The House Hot Sheet for Week 9 of the 2021 Legislative Session
Monday – Tuesday Week 9 will continue House floor action right up until the House of Origin cutoff at 5 p.m. on Tuesday. Wednesday Wednesday brings committee hearings on…
Riccelli Bill to Strengthen Washington’s Public Health System Passes State House
OLYMPIA – A bill to strengthen and significantly improve Washington’s foundational public health system passed the Washington House of Representatives today with a bipartisan vote. Originally requested by Gov. Jay…
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Washington Senate approves new tax on capital gains Profits on the sale of stocks and bonds in excess of $250,000 would be subject to a new tax on capital gains…
Leavitt rail safety bill passes state House
OLYMPIA – Today, the state House passed a bill Rep. Mari Leavitt (D-University Place) to help build a stronger, safer railway network by giving the Washington Utilities and Transportation Commission…