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…
Gov. Signs HB 1391 to Standardize Juvenile Diversion Programs, Reduce Recidivism
OLYMPIA – Gov. Ferguson has signed HB 1391, sponsored by Rep. Julio Cortes (D-Everett), into law, marking a meaningful win for juvenile justice reform. The bill standardizes juvenile diversion programs…
Governor Signs Taylor Bill Expanding Historic Covenant Homeownership Program
Olympia, WA – Today Governor Ferguson signed Second Substitute House Bill 1696 (SSHB 1696) into law, expanding the Covenant Homeownership Program originally introduced by Rep. Jamila Taylor (D-Federal Way)…
Governor Signs HB 1222 to Safeguard Sensitive Data in Washington’s Gambling Industry
Olympia – On Monday the Governor signed into law House Bill 1222, sponsored by Rep. Chris Stearns (D-Auburn) to bolster protection for sensitive financial and security data within Washington’s…
Gov. Ferguson Signs Bill Expanding Collective Bargaining Rights to Agricultural Cannabis Workers
OLYMPIA – Today, Governor Bob Ferguson signed HB 1141 into law, extending long-overdue collective bargaining rights to agricultural cannabis workers in Washington. The bill, sponsored by Rep. Lillian Ortiz-Self (D-Mukilteo),…