Friends and neighbors, The cost of living is a major challenge facing our families. Inflation caused by tariffs and other factors is hitting our bank accounts hard. A major driver…
Category: Strom Peterson
2025 BUDGETS REPORT TO THE 21st DISTRICT

Dear friends and neighbors, As we’ve done in previous years, here is our special edition newsletter focused on the three budgets. We don’t have enough room to include all the…
Governor signs Peterson bill ending the use of ‘Prison Riot Offense’ in juvenile detention system.
OLYMPIA – Youth who have committed offenses enter the juvenile detention system, rather than adult incarceration to be rehabilitated. Yet, certain kids in Washington still face adult penalties for minor…
Fighting for rent stabilization and maintaining a commitment to our kids
Friends and Neighbors, We are days away from Sine Die, the last day of the session, on April 27. That means we are spending most of our time debating bills…
We’re addressing Washington’s housing crisis. Here’s how.
Friends and neighbors, We are rapidly moving toward Sine Die, the last day of session. That means we are in full-time floor action, debating bills and passing legislation. You can…
Peterson youth detention bill passed by Senate.
OLYMPIA – Youth who have committed offenses are rehabilitated in the juvenile detention system, rather than adult incarceration. Yet, certain kids in Washington still face adult consequences for minor dustups…
Senate passes Peterson bill to help courts provide interpreter services and improve access to justice.
OLYMPIA – Court proceedings can confuse anyone who doesn’t have a law degree. This is especially true for Washington residents who have limited English language skills. The Washington State Senate…
You’re Invited: 21st LD Telephone Town Hall This Thursday!

Who: Sen. Marko Liias, Reps. Lillian Ortiz-Self & Strom Peterson, and residents of the district! What: Telephone Town Hall When: March 26th, 6:30 – 7:30 PM Where: By phone –…
Equal access to justice: Peterson bill helps courts provide interpreter services
OLYMPIA – Court proceedings can be confusing for everyone but can be even more onerous for Washington residents who have limited fluency in English. Rep. Strom Peterson, D-Edmonds, is working to…
Legislative Update: Policy Cutoff Edition
Friends and neighbors, We’ve hit the second deadline of the 2025 legislative session – house of origin fiscal cutoff. This means that legislation must have advanced out of both policy…