This session will last 105 days and among the biggest issues we’re tackling are the same ones you deal with every month: how to pay for long-term costs. Those costs…
Legislative update from Rep. Steve Tharinger — I want to hear from you!
Hello from your state capitol
On Monday, January 14, I had the great honor of being sworn in as the new state representative from the 41st Legislative District, part of the most diverse cohort in…
Ortiz-Self reelected as Majority Caucus Vice Chair
OLYMPIA-This morning, Rep. Lillian Ortiz-Self, D-Mukilteo, was reelected by her peers to continue serving as vice chair of the House Democratic Caucus. She has held this leadership role since 2017….
Rep. Kristine Reeves elected deputy majority whip, Vice Chair on two committees
OLYMPIA – Rep. Kristine Reeves, D-Federal Way, was elected to serve as deputy majority whip by members of the House Democratic Caucus on Thursday, January 17. “Our state has made…
Hansen introduces The Washington College Promise Scholarship
Rep. Drew Hansen (D-Bainbridge Island) introduced a bill on Thursday to guarantee financial aid for eligible college students. The Washington College Promise Scholarship will replace the State Need Grant as…