Friends and neighbors, The 2025 legislative session ended on April 27th. A lot of meaningful work was completed during those 105-days, and policies and investments were passed that will impact…
Category: Dave Paul
Gov. Signs Rep. Paul’s Bill Expanding Local Housing Flexibility into Law
OLYMPIA – Today, Governor Ferguson signed House Bill 1791 into law. Introduced by Rep. Dave Paul (D-Oak Harbor), the bill is a critical move forward in the fight against Washington’s…
Investing in Students at Every Level
Dear neighbors, Every student in Washington deserves the opportunity to succeed. That’s why, even in a challenging budget year, we made education a top priority. Whether it’s helping a kindergartener…
Gov. Signs Bill Expanding Access to CTE Dual Credit Opportunities
OLYMPIA – Today, Governor Ferguson signed HB 1273 into law, expanding access to Career and Technical Education (CTE) Dual Credit opportunities for high school students across Washington. Sponsored by Rep….
Investing in Housing Affordability
Dear neighbors, I know how the high cost of housing is hard on families and our economy, and I’m pleased to report that the legislature is focusing on this critical…
Mass Layoffs, Soaring Rents, & Attacks on Rights—How It’s Hitting Our Community
Dear neighbors, Recently, I hosted a bipartisan town hall with State Sen. Ron Muzzall. The good news: we had a record turnout for the event. The bad news: our room…
A Path to Full Ferry Service
Dear neighbors, Washington’s ferry system plays a vital role in our daily lives and especially in our district. With 19 million riders served in 2024 alone, it’s the largest ferry…
Expanding Career and Technical Education Dual Credit Opportunities
OLYMPIA – Thousands of Washington students take Career and Technical Education (CTE) Dual Credit courses each year, yet many never utilize the credits they’ve earned. A new bill, introduced by…
Rep. Paul Works to Expand Local Government Flexibility for Affordable Housing
OLYMPIA – Local governments across Washington are seeking greater flexibility to address the housing crisis. Thanks to today’s passage of House Bill 1791 in the House of Representatives, that is…
You’re Invited: 10th LD Community Town Hall
Who: Rep. Dave Paul, Sen. Ron Muzzall, and residents of the district! What: Community Town Hall When: March 15th, 3:30-4:30 PM Where: Oak Harbor Library, 1000 SE Regatta Dr, Oak…