Peterson bill setting statewide standards for emergency housing clears Senate.
OLYMPIA – The Senate passed legislation to encourage the siting of emergency shelters, transitional housing, emergency housing, and permanent supportive housing (also called STEP housing) on Wednesday. Unreasonable and restrictive standards imposed on...
“All housing is housing.” Peterson bill setting statewide standards for STEP housing siting passes state house.
OLYMPIA – On Monday, the House of Representatives passed standards to encourage the siting of emergency shelters, transitional housing, emergency housing, and permanent supportive housing (STEP). Sponsored by Rep. Strom...
TWO TOWN HALL EVENTS THIS WEEK!
WE WANT TO HEAR FROM YOU! Friends and neighbors, This week, we have two opportunities to hear from you. On Wednesday at 6:00 p.m. we are holding a telephone town...
Here’s what you said in our survey and what we’re doing about federal overreach
Friends and Neighbors, We’ve officially made it halfway through the legislative session, and have recently passed some important deadlines: policy and fiscal cut off. That means bills that did not...
We’ve had some big housing wins. Here’s where we go next.
Friends and Neighbors, The 2026 Legislative Session is in full swing! These first two weeks have flown by. While we’ve been busy having public hearings on bills and working in our committees, we’ve also...
WHAT’S ON YOUR MIND FOR THE 2026 SESSION?
Dear friends and neighbors, The 2026 legislative session begins this coming Monday, so this is a great time to check in and hear from you. What is important to you,...
2025 SESSION REPORT TO THE 21st DISTRICT
Dear friends and neighbors, Our session report was mailed out last week, so it might already be in your mailbox. If not, and you’d like to read it, click here...
Major progress in solving the housing crisis and standing with our indigenous neighbors.
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...
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 –...
You’re Invited: 21st LD Community Town Hall
Who: 21st Legislative District delegation – Sen. Marko Liias, Reps. Lillian Ortiz-Self and Strom Peterson, and residents of the district! What: Community Town Hall When: March 15th, 10-11 AM Where:...
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...
Getting session started and ending deceptive police interrogations.
Friends and neighbors, Last week kicked off the 2025 Legislative session. This year’s work will include combating the housing crisis, handling budget challenges, and many others. Ending deceptive police tactics ...
21st District Newsletter: WHAT’S ON YOUR MIND FOR THE 2025 SESSION?
Dear friends and neighbors, The 2025 Legislative Session is underway as of this past Monday and what better way to begin than learning what’s important to you? Democracy is about...
Election Year Restrictions, Housing Wins and the Work Continues.
Friends and neighbors Last session, the legislature made significant progress on increasing housing supply by expanding the use of familiar housing options like duplexes and townhomes (House Bill 1110 and...
BUDGETS REPORT to the 21st Legislative District
Dear friends and neighbors, The 2024 legislative session is behind us and we are happy to report that we finished on time, with balanced budgets that support working families, and...
Octopuses in Washington to remain in their little hideaways beneath the waves, safe from farming.
OLYMPIA – Legislation preventing the farming of Octopus in Washington State has been signed by the governor. Sponsored by Rep. Strom Peterson, D-Edmonds, House Bill 1153 prohibits the farming of...
Legislative Update: Poverty reduction, housing progress, and last week of the legislative session.
Friends and neighbors, The 2024 legislative session is drawing to a close on Thursday. This year, we have covered a number of important issues, including housing, the fentanyl and opioid...
Peterson bills to help families with low incomes head to governor’s desk.
OLYMPIA – A pair of bills that will help families with low incomes find better financial stability are on the way to the governor. House Bills 2230 and 2007, sponsored...