Originally published in The Olympian, 12/9/16. BY LAURIE DOLAN Special to The Olympian Every child deserves an opportunity to learn and a chance to lead a successful life. But when…
The work ahead for the 2017 Legislative Session
Happy New Year friends and neighbors, I last sent out a newsletter in the month of December. Since then, the 2017 legislative session has begun. Last Monday, I was sworn…
Labor Committee hears Paid Family and Medical Leave bill
This morning, the House Labor and Workplace Standards Committee heard testimony from parents, business owners, health care experts, community leaders, and representatives from the Washington Work and Family Coalition on…
HB 1440: Student Loan Bill of Rights
March 21, 2017 The companion bill (SB 6029) to my bill was approved by the full House of Representatives today. You can watch my floor speech below speaking in strong…
Rep. Bergquist’s Legislative Update: EDUCATION FUNDING SURVEY
We’re on the second week of the 2017 legislative session. As you know, the priority this year is working together to fully fund education. It’ll be a difficult process, but…